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Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino Reviews List

Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino

Chips and salsa with margaritas are just the beginning. Catch the full spirit of Mexico in this fun, casual restaurant where sizzlin’ fajitas, crunchy chimichangas and perfect burritos will have you shouting "Ole!"
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22 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
(22 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 22 reviews
5 stars
(12)
4 stars
(3)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.4 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • good for groups(10)
  • fit for foodies(9)
  • scenic view(9)
  • neighborhood gem(8)
  • kid-friendly(7)
  • great for outdoor dining(6)
Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino Reviews List
Review 1 for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went there for Mother's Day dinner. Four of us were seated right away and there were only two other tables occupied. I always do early dinner, 4:30, to avoid the crowds on occasions like this. Service was excellent and attentive. Hint: Free margarita refills."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Burrito

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I had a pork burrito. It was just fair. Pork could have been more tender and not near enough sauce or cheese on burrito."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2013
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Review 3 for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a great time with all

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a great time with all of our friends, the drinks, food and staff were all so good.... We will be back!!!!!"
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I give it an A++++++++++++

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Casual dining at the heart of the mystic falls. I couldn't brag enough about their foods. My husband had a Carne Asada and I had my all time favorite Steak Burracho -- so delicious, always flavorful! Not to mention, our food came out fast. I love how the staff make you feel like you're really missed every time they see you. This restaurant has a good team! Friendly staff and excellent customer service! I guess what also makes this restaurant great is the "heart of the house" --the cooks. Compliments to the chef! Keep up the good job guys!!!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2013
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Review 5 for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food was barely adequate for

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was barely adequate for a before the show meal. We only ordered aps. The "crisp" breaded wings were the opposite of crisp. Soaked with a vinegary "hot" sauce, they came out mushy and virtually inedible. I ate one, and started another, hoping that the second might be better. It was not. We declined the offer of a "to go" box.
It was not completely awful, but we certainly would not return."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2006
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Review 6 for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a great time. The food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a great time. The food was good. My daughter said it was a good birthday dinner."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 7 for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of the few mexican restaurants

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of the few mexican restaurants that actually serves tamales!!! Choice of ground or shredded beef made all in the party very happy!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: scenic view, hot spot
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Review 8 for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Celabrating 50 at Willy & Jose's

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We celabrated my 50th Birthday on the Patio with friends and family. The Lazar show at 6pm was great intertainment and the food had a wonderful selection. I got my birthday Margarita, T-Shirt and chocolate taco. We all had the best time of our lives, the staff really know how to please people."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 9 for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

I was not very impressed with

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was not very impressed with the food. It was presented well, but it just tasted generic. I was really appreciative that the waiter was able to give me a deal on my kid brothers plate, but I wish the kids menu was for a little older than 7. Our server was friendly, but it took him a really long time to process and return our check once it got busy. Overall the experience was okay, but I would probably spend the time and $ to go to a better Mex. Restaurant."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, scenic view
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Review 10 for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Took out of state visitors

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Took out of state visitors to dinner and the entire group had a great time. Ambieance and service was impeccable."
Dined on 02/06/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 11 for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Slow Saturday night waitress

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Slow Saturday night waitress was rushing us tables around us were walking out because of no service. Food was terrible pork was dry and hard."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2013
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Willy & Jose's Cantina @ Sam's Town Casino
Based on the average of (11) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic