Via-Mar Grill & Bar - Cantina, located at 201 N Vineyard Ave in Ontario, CA, is rapidly becoming a local gem for those craving vibrant Mexican cuisine. Reviewers rave about the extensive menu, including the standout "Caldos" such as the indulgent 7 Mares Soup, a seafood medley that promises a burst of flavors for $28. Food enthusiasts can also delight in the “Fiesta de Camarones,” featuring 20 jumbo shrimp prepared in five styles, a perfect dish for sharing. The authentic molcajete selections, particularly the Seafood N Fish Molcajete, impress with their generous portions and robust flavors. Patrons like Concourse Travel Group appreciate the perfectly cooked salmon coupled with vegetable rice, highlighting the restaurant’s commitment to quality. The drinks are equally noteworthy, with the Coronita hailed as a must-try, complementing the meals seamlessly. Customer service shines at Via-Mar, with staff like Valeria and Marianna receiving accolades for their attentive and friendly approach, enhancing the dining experience significantly. The ambiance combined with delicious food and exemplary service makes Via-Mar Grill & Bar a worthy destination for anyone looking to indulge in a remarkable Mexican dining experience.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has fireplace
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has live music
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Via-Mar Grill & Bar - Cantina
Concourse Travel Group
May 19,2025
Ordered the Salmon which came vegetable rice and seasonal mixed vegetables. Also got the creamy mushroom sauce to top the fish. Was delicious. House margarita was great and well mixed.
Kevin R
May 8,2025
The tacos are Very delicious. The CoronaRita drink is my favorite. Our waitress Valeria provided such wonderful customer service. I would definitely recommend this restaurant
Mauricio Polanco
Apr 30,2025
Delicious food and the drinks are well made. Valerie is the best! She makes awesome drinks and is conscientious of customer needs. She is proactive, almost like she knows what we need next. Just for her service would be worth the trip.
Andrew Kightlinger
Apr 4,2025
This place is a gem. Fabulous cocktails (TRY the Coronorita!) and quite possibly the best burrito I’ve ever tasted. I finished it because it was too good. The service was breezy and staff friendly. A GEM.
Bluntsworth Bigsak
Mar 26,2025
Marianna was great. Nice person and phenomenal service! I stayed longer than planned because she was great.
Kayla W
Mar 25,2025
Wonderfully delicious food!! We went during a very slow lunch in the middle of the week while visiting for a convention because it was cnveniently located. The service was attentive and didn't mind that we ask to sit outside even though no one else was out there. The ceviche was so tasty and the tomatillo salsa on the cheese enchiladas was amazing. The fish taco was the star though. Tasty tortilla with perfectly portioned and breaded fish. Will definitely be back if we're back in the area!
marcelo
Mar 22,2025
This is a great place, great variety of menu. I tried the octopus tacos and governor tacos both were delicious but specially the governor tacos. The place is clean and most importantly the service is kind and fast, I really recommend this place. By the way it isnt pricy
Tlatoanimeh
Mar 1,2025
Their roasted octopus (over coal) is the best I've ever had. Their asada plate is generous with juicy beef, seasoned just right and cooked to a tender perfection, and served with delicious beans is worth the trip. The service is friendly, fast, and courteous. I recommend the fin karaoke nights on Wednesdays as the DJ is excellent; too bad I can't say the same for the DJ on Fridays and Sundays who tends to be rough and rude and has no sense of diplomacy.
Reviews For Via-Mar Grill & Bar - Cantina