Benzina Cantina

4.3

147 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Mexican

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

21:30

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Great for outdoor dining

Benzina Cantina, nestled along High Street in the vibrant heart of Preston, is your go-to destination for good times, mouth-watering food, and top-notch tequila. Inspired by the fresh and tasty flavours of street-style Mexican cuisine, Benzina Cantina offers a lively dining experience with neon-lit signs that add a fun and energetic vibe to the space. The rooftop terrace is the perfect spot to savour a hot taco and an ice-cold margarita. Whether you're popping in for a quick, hearty local meal or planning to stay into the night for some fun, Benzina Cantina has you covered. This popular Mexican restaurant in Preston is renowned for its lively atmosphere and delicious offerings, making it a must-visit spot for both locals and visitors.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Mexican, Dining Bar, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 16:00–21:30 Bar Wed, Thu, Sun 16:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–01:00 Happy Hour Wed–Sun 16:00–18:00
Phone number
0431 178 288
Website
https://www.benzinacantina.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
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Location
84 High St, Preston, AU-VIC 3072
Area
Preston
Parking details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Guac and Corn Chips (GF)A$16.00
Corn RibsA$18.00
Lightly fried corn coated in red miso, feta & butter dressing, sprinkled with paprika.
Street Style CornA$18.00
Whole corn chargrilled & served with feta, chipotle mayo, sweet paprika & coriander.
QuesadillaA$19.00
Toasted flour tortilla, melted cheese, corn salsa, red salsa.
- Beef, chicken, pork or vegA$4.00
NachosA$20.00
Corn chips, melted cheese, beans, salsa verde, corn salsa, guac, pico de gallo & coriander. (GF)
- Beef, chicken, pork or vegA$4.00
Amigos Watermelon SaladA$17.00
Watermelon, feta, roasted pumpkin seeds & olive oil dressing.

Tacos

Barbacoa (Beef)A$10.00
Brisket & short ribs cooked for 8 hours topped with salsa verde, white onions & cilantro.
Carnitas (Pork)A$10.00
Sticky, crispy pork belly topped with guac, chipotle mayo, salsa verde, white onion & cilantro.
Pollo (Chicken)A$10.00
Spiced chicken thigh topped with salsa, cheese, cilantro & pico de gallo.
Baja (Fish)A$11.00
Deep fried corn battered fish, red cabbage, cilantro & chipotle mayo.
VegetarianA$10.00
Spicy pan-fried onion, capsicum, cauliflower, zucchini & potato topped with red salsa, guac, chipotle mayo & cilantro.
Spicy Sweet PotatoA$10.00
Very spicy roasted sweet potato, vegan cheese, vegan mayo, jalapeno’s & cilantro. (V)
Taco TrioA$28.00
Your choice of any 3 tacos
- Fish tacoA$1.00

Mains

BurittoA$24.00
Beef, pork, chicken or veggies. Your choice of filling with beans, pico di gallo, rice, cheese, corn salsa, sour cream, chipotle mayo, & salsa in a flour wrap.
Fish BurittoA$27.00
Deep fried corn battered fish, rice, beans, cheese, chipotle mayo, red cabbage & verde or red salsa.
Buritto BowlA$26.00
Beef, pork, chicken or veggies. Same as our traditional buritto without the flour wrap.
EnchiladasA$27.00
Beef, pork, chicken or veggies. Corn tortillas rolled around your choice of filling & covered with a savory red sauce, melted cheese, rice & pico de gallo (GF)
ChimichangaA$27.00
Beef, pork, chicken or veggies. Deep fried corn tortilla filled with your choice of filling, cheese, beans & salsa verde, served with a garnish of onion, pico de gallo & rice.
Blanco Curry Chicken and CornA$30.00
Flour tortilla filled with sauteed chicken, corn, onion, capsicum, mild salsa, garlic, fresh coriander & cream.
Don’s Lamb and ChipsA$39.00
Four Lamb cutlets chargrilled with Don’s secret herbs & spices. (GF)
Kids Fish and ChipsA$16.00
Deep fried battered fish served with chips.

Sides and Extras

Jalapeneos / Sour CreamA$3.00
Chipoltle Mayo / Salsa / Rice BowlA$4.00
Guacamole / Pico de GalloA$5.00
Chips Seasoned with House Spices and Side of Chipoltle MayoA$12.00

Dessert

ChurrosA$16.00
Lightly fried dough tossed with cinnamon & sugar served with vanilla ice cream & choc sauce.
Cinnamon NachosA$14.00
Fried tortilla chips served with choc sauce, dusted with icing & cinnamon sugar.
Bowl of Ice CreamA$8.00
Two scoops of vanilla ice cream.
- Add choc sauceA$2.00

What 147 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Northern Suburbs
Best Overall
Northern Suburbs
Best Food
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Best Ambience
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Best Value
Northern Suburbs
Good for business meals
Northern Suburbs
Gluten-free-friendly
Northern Suburbs
Good for groups
Northern Suburbs
Great for creative cocktails
Northern Suburbs
Healthy
Northern Suburbs
Neighbourhood gem
Northern Suburbs
Great for outdoor dining
Northern Suburbs
Vegetarian-friendly
Northern Suburbs
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Benzina Cantina impresses with "great food, great service," and an inviting ambiance. The restaurant's menu offers a "good range of options" with authentic flavors and generous portions, perfect for families. Diners appreciate the "pleasant company, good meal" and excellent margaritas. The outdoor courtyard setting is ideal for warm weather dining.

147 Reviews

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Andrew
Melbourne
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were a service for three people and had a nice table in the courtyard dining area. We had been there previously but had a table inside. Tables were well spaced and comfortable. Ordered Nachos as an entree between us. This was a small mistake as the serve was large and delicious. We overindulged a little. For mains we had the Trio of Tacos, Blanco Curry Chicken and the Lamb Cutlets. A wide variety was available on the menu for all tastes. The serves were again sizable. We struggle a little to finish then after the Nachos. Our service person was helpful and all food and drinks were delivered in a timely manner. The mains arriving just as we finished our Nachos. Overall the meal cost just under $150 for the food and drinks. My sister complimented the frozen margarita she had. Pleasant company, good meal.
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Rylen
Melbourne
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wierd smells coming from the outside area pipes ……..
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sarah
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for a dinner on thursday night and had the Chimichanga. The meat was delicious and it was a generous serving size.
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Maria
Melbourne
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was nice enough! Great drinks. The food was ok. Nothing amazing but a good local hang.
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Ethan
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff were all very sweet and made sure we were looked after. Food was delicious with good value portions and drinks were great.
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troy
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Meets/Exceeds expectations. Awesome value, ambiance and service
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Bronwyn
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 13 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious food, and very accommodating for a selective eater. Generous portions. Kids very happy too!
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Sian
Gold Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Authentic food and great setting. Good for family and great in the warmer months as well with lovely outdoor setting.
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Andrew
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good range of menu options. Shared tacos as entrée and each participant selected an different main. The food was tasty, warm and delivered in a good timeframe. We didn't try the margaritas as we were driving but there is a wide variety. Total meal costs weren't too bad. $140 for three people. 3 entrees, three mains and drinks. very reasonable. The waitress was friendly, helpful and aided in making the experience enjoyable. We were seated inside. The background music was a little distracting but not too loud to stop conversation. Outside seating options are also available. Overall, we ate well and enjoyed our visit. well worth the effort.
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frank
Melbourne
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 3 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
GREAT SERVICE AND THE STAFF WHERE GREAT THE FOOD WAS FRESH AND VERY TASSTY I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMEND
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FAQs

Benzina Cantina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0431 178 288.

Benzina Cantina is rated 4.3 stars by 147 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

21:30

Order delivery or takeout

84 High St, Preston, AU-VIC 3072

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Preston
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 16:00–21:30 Bar Wed, Thu, Sun 16:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–01:00 Happy Hour Wed–Sun 16:00–18:00
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Mexican, Dining Bar, Contemporary Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
https://www.benzinacantina.com/
Phone number
0431 178 288
Private party facilities
Looking for a space to host your next private party? Our bar Blown Crazy offers the perfect setting for your special occasion. Whether your hosting a birthday party, engagement party or any other type of event our space can be customized to meet your specific needs. Contact us today to schedule a tour and learn more about our event space.

Benzina Cantina

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Starters

Guac and Corn Chips (GF)A$16.00

Corn RibsA$18.00

Street Style CornA$18.00

QuesadillaA$19.00

NachosA$20.00

Amigos Watermelon SaladA$17.00

Tacos

Barbacoa (Beef)A$10.00

Carnitas (Pork)A$10.00

Pollo (Chicken)A$10.00

Baja (Fish)A$11.00

VegetarianA$10.00

Spicy Sweet PotatoA$10.00

Taco TrioA$28.00

Mains

BurittoA$24.00

Fish BurittoA$27.00

Buritto BowlA$26.00

EnchiladasA$27.00

ChimichangaA$27.00

Blanco Curry Chicken and CornA$30.00

Don’s Lamb and ChipsA$39.00

Kids Fish and ChipsA$16.00

Sides and Extras

Jalapeneos / Sour CreamA$3.00

Chipoltle Mayo / Salsa / Rice BowlA$4.00

Guacamole / Pico de GalloA$5.00

Chips Seasoned with House Spices and Side of Chipoltle MayoA$12.00

Dessert

ChurrosA$16.00

Cinnamon NachosA$14.00

Bowl of Ice CreamA$8.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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Does Benzina Cantina offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Benzina Cantina restaurant rated?

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Dining areas

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