Tocolo Cantina

About the Business

Specialties

Modern Mexican - Inspired, Sophisticated, Authentic Our mission will always be to serve classic Mexican dishes prepared with the sophistication of a fine dining restaurant in a casual and approachable manner. Tocolo Cantina serves refined, modern Mexican food in a friendly, high-service, and casual atmosphere. The restaurant space was designed to merge the modern elements of a California eatery with those of a Mexican cantina to create a warm and inviting feel. It is fit with encaustic tile, copper walls, a lively bar in the center of the room, and a hydraulic garage door that forms an outdoor canopy when opened. We aim to provide the best Modern Mexican dining experience on Long Island. Our menu incorporates both traditional Mexican fare and our own modern interpretations of customary dishes. The menu's mix of small and large plates, as well as its two large communal dining tables, hopes to inspire long celebrations over food. Since no great cantina is complete without a lively bar and lofty cocktail program, Tocolo Cantina promises to deliver the best margaritas and sangrias around. The bar offers delicious specialty drinks, as well as a large selection of premium tequilas and mezcals. Tocolo Cantina was rated "Excellent" by The New York Times and "Very Good" by Newsday. We strive to deliver the best Mexican food on Long Island.

History

Established in 2014.

Tocolo Cantina has been serving Garden City and the surrounding area since 2014. Our mission has been, and will always be, to serve classic Mexican dishes prepared with the sophistication of a fine dining restaurant in a casual and approachable manner. With over two years of success, we look forward to adding you to our growing history of happy guests.

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

Lloyd R.

Business Owner

Lloyd has been in the restaurant industry for a number of years. He's always had a real love for Mexican food and noticed that there was a lack of great Mexican eateries in Long Island. He decided to open Tocolo Cantina to share his passion with his community. He enjoys being able to serve the public at Tocolo Cantina and hopes to provide you with such a positive experience that you remember to return to Tocolo Cantina each time you're craving an artfully prepared and authentic Mexican dish or drink.

Tocolo Cantina also recommends

Tortilleria Nixtamal

Lloyd R. says, “Tocolo Cantina receives fresh masa every day from Tortilleria Nixtamal so we can make fresh tortillas everyday.”