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Gringos Cantina Mexican Restaurant

Chaweng Center | inside the pub The Islander, Chaweng, Koh Samui, Thailand
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Ranked #21 of 69 restaurants in Chaweng
Cuisines: Mexican
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Special Occasion Dining, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Special Occasion Dining, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Reading, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

This was my 2nd visit to Gringos on my 4th trip to Samui. I opted for the chilli con carne again and as usual the food & service was fantastic. The chilli had just the right amount of kick for me, though more spices could be added. If you like Mexican then visit Gringos for a great dining experience on... More

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See 4 more reviews by Simon C for Chaweng
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24 reviews 24 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

After eating Thai food for a week to get those cravings sorted, i felt like something different, so i checked it out and it had surprisingly good mexican food. Tucked away in a side street, hard to notice surrounded by other choices, but you will be please you tried. It looks a little like wooden cantna out of western (except... More

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See 2 more reviews by Mon S for Chaweng
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013 via mobile

We had both chicken and beef enchiladas, beef tacos and chicken fajitas! No complaints! Highly recommend!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013 via mobile

Traveling with a Texan who needed Mexican fix, this passed the test on every score. Great food and Magaritas!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013 via mobile

I love Mexican food and was happy to find this restaurant in Chaweng. Loved everything, tasty banana daiquiries, nachos, burrito, and grilled pork ribs! be aware that portions are big! and moreover, not pricey! higly recommend. then we want to play Crazy mini golf just behind the restaurant!

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See 2 more reviews by Alina F for Chaweng
Luhe, Heilongjiang, China
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

I live in China and the chance to eat Mexican on our vacation made the trip worth it. They had decent margaritas, but the nachos were awesome! Definitely hit that place when you are strolling along the streets. It can be hard to find if you are looking at street level, so keep your eyes up and try to spot... More

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Oslo, Norway
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Good texmex resturant, but beware of mosquitos in the backyard. They supply you with mozzy spray at the table though. Love the fajitas.

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Dunedin, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Not being an expert on Mexican food all I can say is the meal we had here was muy bueno - very good! It was helped by attentive staff and a friendly owner who recognised that we were the people who he had saved from being run over when he stopped to allow us to cross the road. We ordered... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

This restaurant is easy to find, has delicious food and a delightful atmosphere. The menu has Thai food as well as mouthwatering Mexican offerings. Well worth a visit.

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Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013 via mobile

We ate here last night, the food was amazing. Started with nachos & my chicken fajitas were def the best. Warm fresh flour tortillas, beautiful fresh food. Kids loved their quesadillas great mojitos too. Just off main road in chaweng, & don't be fooled, we were only family there. We will be back for sure.

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