THE VILLAGES, Fla. — The new restaurant offers Tex-Mex food, specialty drinks and an outdoor patio with seating for 89.
Tacos & Tequila Cantina is now open in Eastport, giving residents of The Villages a new option for tacos, tequila and outdoor dining.
Location and hours
- Address: 6994 Eastport Drive, The Villages
- Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
- Phone: 352-850-8226
- Website: tacosandtequilafl.com
It is the Naples-born brand’s sixth Florida restaurant and its first Central Florida location, according to an announcement from HMC Hospitality Group.
What diners can expect
The cantina serves a chef-inspired Tex-Mex menu alongside specialty drinks and a selection of tequilas. According to the company, the menu takes an unconventional approach to Tex-Mex, using ingredients that include fresh local products and authentic tortillas.
The restaurant seats 194 guests, with 105 seats indoors and 89 on the outdoor patio. Inside, custom artwork by local artist Brad Bauser joins eclectic decor and upbeat music.
The opening also brings 70 jobs to The Villages, according to HMC.
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