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Cholita Modern Cantina, Indianapolis, IN

Cholita Modern Cantina

4.4 (37)
$30 and under
Mexican
1001 Broad Ripple Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220-2093

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Hot spot
  • Neighborhood gem
Cholita is an LA-style taqueria with street food made with local and unique ingredients. Tacos will be offered in all varieties, ranging from asada to chef's specialty tacos. Each tortilla is carefully made using hand-pressed fresh masa. Accompany your meal with Latin cocktails, margaritas, and Mexican beer.

Helpful hints: Located in-between Broad Ripple Ave & Winthrop Ave. (Next to the Monon Trail)

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Bar Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    LET US HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT OR PARTY!Please contact Chelsea at 317-389-5555, or e-mail: chelsea@cholitatacos.com for booking + more information
  • Neighborhood
    Washington Township
  • Cross street
    Broad Ripple Ave & Winthrop Ave. (Next to the Monon Trail)
  • Parking details
    We have parking behind the building of Cholita & TikiTiki Lounge . Additional parking can be found on the street.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Cholita Modern Cantina.

4.4

4.4
(37)
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cholita Modern Cantina offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious authentic food" and "excellent service." Known for its "fantastic" Devour Indy menu and "delicious margaritas," the restaurant excels in brunch and happy hour with a "fun atmosphere." The attentive staff and standout server, Annabelle, add to its charm.
37 Reviews
  1. Maria

    Indiana11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 17, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    It was a nice restaurant for cocktails and appetizers

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  2. Brad Gold

    Indiana23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Don’t let the smell of the building turn you off. It’s just an old building smell but definitely smells different when you walk in. We went for devour Indy and it was delicious. The food is so good. Menu is more upscale than the taco joint it used to be. Shout out to Annabelle….best server! She luvs her job and the restaurant she works for. Very refreshing having a conversation with someone who luvs what they are doing.

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  3. Fran

    Indiana7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Cholita. We did the devour Indy menu. It was fantastic. The margaritas were delicious.

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  4. Chad Gold

    Indiana10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on August 22, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Sub par food. No kids menu. Sat near hostess. Was 1 of 3 families that asked during our visit.

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  5. Jessica

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I frequent the brunch and am always very pleased. This time the food presentation was next level! I felt like l was at an all inclusive resort . Perfect for a date with the girls!

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  6. Barb Gold

    Indiana23 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 10, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The minute you walk in the restaurant the awful strong smell hits you. We chose to eat on the patio. Food was just average compared to other Mexican restaurants. Prices higher for quantity of food. Not impressed and won’t be returning.

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  7. David

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious authentic food, server Vincent exceptional

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  8. Craig Gold

    Indiana13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 1, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was a bit slow but staff were attentive. Specialty cocktails too sweet and pricey. Stick w beer and margs.

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  9. Kurtis Gold

    Indiana8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service, delicious cocktails and tacos! We will be back.

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  10. Patricia

    San Francisco16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always have a good time when I come here. I’ve been coming here for years for a reason. They have some new menu items that I had to try. But I always go for the tried and true birria tacos, if you’re vegetarian, the brussels sprouts tacos are amazing. I wasn’t too impressed with the new mushroom tostada. I feel like it needed to be a lot bigger for $9 or there needed to be two of them but it was really good. But margaritas are so delicious there. I got a bottle of champagne for only $20 which was perfect for me. I love this place for brunch, happy hour and taco tuesdays as well! Always good service and fun atmosphere!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Bar Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    LET US HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT OR PARTY!Please contact Chelsea at 317-389-5555, or e-mail: chelsea@cholitatacos.com for booking + more information
  • Neighborhood
    Washington Township
  • Cross street
    Broad Ripple Ave & Winthrop Ave. (Next to the Monon Trail)
  • Parking details
    We have parking behind the building of Cholita & TikiTiki Lounge . Additional parking can be found on the street.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

The weekend $25 unlimited brunch is plentiful and designed for sharing or sampling many small plates, and guests also describe catering portions as generous and 'wonderful.'

Sunday is a standout, weekend brunch (Sat–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm) with a DJ is a guest favorite, and reviewers rave about the popular $25 unlimited brunch.

Yes, Cholita hosts private gatherings and catering, and guests report successful private events and full-restaurant rentals handled by the team.

Yes, Cholita's Tacokase multi-course experience and the restaurant's ambiance are singled out by guests as excellent for date night and special evenings.

Yes, Cholita has outdoor seating: guests mention a porch and a screened/covered patio that are pleasant spots to sit when the weather allows, overlooking Broad Ripple Avenue.

Quesabirria (birria-style tacos) is a recurring favorite, it appears on the menu as Quesabirria and multiple guests specifically praise birria tacos and similar birria preparations.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate; nothing formal is expected.

Head to Cholita for weekend brunch, Saturday or Sunday 11:00 am–4:00 pm, when guests praise the $25 unlimited brunch, DJs, and balcony/patio seating for a fun visit.

Yes, Cholita is family-friendly: guests report staff are "very kid friendly, " families visit regularly, and the kitchen will make kid‑friendly options like a cheese quesadilla.

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