Wicked Cantina Bradenton Beach

We had a large party of 14 tonight. Had to wait a bit because it was pretty busy. There was a live band outside playing.
Staff were very friendly and especially our waitress. I don't remember her name. She was amazing though!
Food came out and it was so delicious! Highly recommend coming here while visiting the island!

Mike Sales was playing music tonight on the deck and it’s a great time to go here for sunset. Food is pretty good only thing I didn’t like was the drinks I feel like they use way too much sour mix and sugar. During season you can wait a bit so just be prepared.

We took a longer walk from the beach rental to journey to this restaurant. When I seen the amount of people at the restaurant, I knew it had to be a winner. And, it was certainly a winner. We asked for the next available table and was immediately seated inside. The long wait were for the people wanting to be seated outside. Even though it was extremely busy, our waitress was attentive. We all ordered the quesadillas. I was expecting the traditional tiny bite size portion. We all ended up taking leftovers because it was a hardy meal.

first of all, this restaurant is not located at the shore, I am not saying that is bad, it’s just their pictures look like it’s located at the beach shore but it's not. it's across the road. but that should not stop you from coming here.

we got the table- outside sitting area. The live performance was going on. Coming to the food-

Let’s start with those chips. In my opinion, you can judge any Mexican joint by the quality of its chips and salsa. If they can’t get this simple staple right, then the food probably isn’t going to be much better. chips that are nice and crispy without tasting burnt, and salsa - too good, fresh and tasty.

We ordered:
Grouper Taco Plate: 2 tacos with grouper fish, it’s not loaded like taco bell or other joints - but it was good and comes with side items like Beans and rice. there are other options too.
Wicked Roll: crispy flour tortilla filled with chicken with ranch.

also ordered in-house beer: it was a happy hour, 8 oz Beer- $1.5, yup that’s cheap.

Price: As you are on the island, away from the mainland (not very far though :P)so I found it reasonable.
Ambiance: cool vibe, you are in a sunshine state, sighting of beach, live music, good food.
Service: good. 3.5/5
Parking: They have their onsite parking, but if you are done with the restaurant and leave the car out there thinking you might take a walk or go to the beach, it can be towed.

I had two friends visiting from out of town and we decided to check out this restaurant. I've driven by it many times but never tried it, so I was curious. Our server was very friendly and brought us drinks very fast. I ordered the shrimp enchiladas and they were delicious! My friends had a powerbowl with pork, and a pork and beef enchiladas dish. They said it's the best Mexican food they recall having. The prices were super reasonable and they even had live music. I definitely recommend and I'll be back for sure!