{"@schema_version":"1.0","type":"restaurant","publicId":"3zpdVD7_0qd0","name":"Blanco Cantina","tagline":"Mexican-inspired cantina in Calgary serving tacos, margaritas, tequila cocktails, happy hour, and daily features on 17th Ave SW.","description":"We opened our flagship cantina in Calgary’s Red Mile on 17th Ave SW in 2015, born from a love of tacos and tequila. Today, we bring bold Mexican-inspired eats, hand-shaken margaritas, and tequila-forward cocktails to a vibrant space made for sharing, celebrating, and late-night fun.At Blanco Cantina, we welcome guests for happy hour, daily features, private events, and relaxed get-togethers. Our Calgary 17th Ave location offers a lively setting with a patio, event space, and a menu built around fresh ingredients and made-for-sharing plates.","urls":{"menu":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/3zpdVD7_0qd0","about":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/3zpdVD7_0qd0/about","reservations":"https://www.opentable.ca/r/blanco-cantina-calgary-gateway-calgary","website":"https://blancocantina.ca/en/locations/ab/calgary/723-17th-avenue-sw","knowledge":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/3zpdVD7_0qd0/knowledge.json","llms_txt":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/3zpdVD7_0qd0/llms.txt"},"cuisines":["mexican","tex-mex","margaritas","tacos"],"priceLevel":"$$","location":{"address":"723 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 0B6, Canada","city":"Calgary","country":"Canada","geo":null},"contact":{"phone":null,"whatsapp":null,"website":"https://blancocantina.ca/en/locations/ab/calgary/723-17th-avenue-sw"},"hours":{"mon":{"open":"12:00","close":"01:00"},"tue":{"open":"12:00","close":"01:00"},"wed":{"open":"12:00","close":"01:00"},"thu":{"open":"12:00","close":"01:00"},"fri":{"open":"12:00","close":"01:00"},"sat":{"open":"12:00","close":"01:00"},"sun":{"open":"12:00","close":"01:00"}},"rating":{"average":4.2,"count":1987,"source":"google"},"menu":{"url":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/3zpdVD7_0qd0","currency":"CAD","categories":[{"name":"Daily Features","items":[{"name":"Margaritas","description":"frozen lime | frozen strawberry | classic | mezcalarita | chili coconut | mango | smokey peach | morlacco cherry | skinny carmelita | cadillac | 1.5 oz","priceCents":750,"currency":"CAD","vegan":false,"available":true,"ingredients":["frozen lime","frozen strawberry","classic","mezcalarita","chili coconut","mango","smokey peach","morlacco cherry","skinny carmelita","cadillac"],"imageUrl":null},{"name":"Classic Tacos","description":"choice of white corn or flour tortilla. 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The music, the crowd, the amazing margaritas — everything just hits. Brittany was our server and totally made the night — hilarious, super sweet, and kept the energy high the whole time. If you’re looking for a spot to laugh, sip, and have a good time, this is it!","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"6 months ago","name":"Pauline C","text":"Very good value during happy hour! Can pick different flavours for your tacos, very tasty. Service was friendly and quick. I love the ambience as well, cozy and festive.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW3hgnm84qOR9komxfbsexBNPLYbl-cM6AfTTXGfIeeBIW7O5Gr=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3","rating":5},{"date":"a month ago","name":"Zaheen McKnight","text":"Had the best time with Hayley T. as our server! She had the best vibes and immaculate energy. 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Highly recommend to everyone.","avatar":"","rating":5}],"events":[{"day":"Every Monday","desc":"$7.50 margaritas, including frozen lime, frozen strawberry, classic, mezcalarita, chili coconut, mango, smokey peach, morlacco cherry, skinny carmelita, and cadillac.","name":"Margarita Mondays"},{"day":"Every Tuesday","desc":"Half-price classic tacos and $5 off premium tacos with beverage purchase.","name":"Taco Tuesdaze"},{"day":"Every Thursday","desc":"Features Corona Extra and half-price Patrón tequila.","name":"Thirsty Thursday"},{"day":"Every Sunday","desc":"Discounted Corona, Corona Light, Corona Cero 0.0%, Corona buckets, and Catrina Mexican Lager.","name":"Cerveza Sundays"}],"socials":{"instagram":null,"facebook":null,"tiktok":null,"x":null,"youtube":null},"images":["https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/79225827-b9e4-403d-9a99-26151734fc3a/hero-01-xLPUTdWf9b.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/79225827-b9e4-403d-9a99-26151734fc3a/hero-02-Tru6Q08i0L.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/79225827-b9e4-403d-9a99-26151734fc3a/hero-03-HrxTTTZyfu.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/79225827-b9e4-403d-9a99-26151734fc3a/gallery-01-_D2A5oScO3.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/79225827-b9e4-403d-9a99-26151734fc3a/gallery-02-8A3ejSdwnR.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/79225827-b9e4-403d-9a99-26151734fc3a/gallery-03-QFbsqB-foj.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/79225827-b9e4-403d-9a99-26151734fc3a/gallery-04-8wbv9hYGbw.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/79225827-b9e4-403d-9a99-26151734fc3a/gallery-05-KC1H8GIIjn.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/79225827-b9e4-403d-9a99-26151734fc3a/gallery-06-C9FzItCHgh.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/79225827-b9e4-403d-9a99-26151734fc3a/gallery-07-gdBIZ26Zb8.jpg"],"faqs":[{"question":"What cuisine does Blanco Cantina serve?","answer":"Blanco Cantina serves mexican, tex-mex, margaritas and tacos cuisine."},{"question":"Where is Blanco Cantina located?","answer":"Blanco Cantina is located at 723 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 0B6, Canada, Calgary, Canada."},{"question":"What are Blanco Cantina's opening hours?","answer":"Monday: 12:00–01:00; Tuesday: 12:00–01:00; Wednesday: 12:00–01:00; Thursday: 12:00–01:00; Friday: 12:00–01:00; Saturday: 12:00–01:00; Sunday: 12:00–01:00."},{"question":"Does Blanco Cantina take reservations?","answer":"Yes. Reserve a table at https://www.opentable.ca/r/blanco-cantina-calgary-gateway-calgary."},{"question":"How can I contact Blanco Cantina?","answer":"You can visit https://blancocantina.ca/en/locations/ab/calgary/723-17th-avenue-sw."},{"question":"What weekly events or specials does Blanco Cantina offer?","answer":"Blanco Cantina runs the following weekly events: Margarita Mondays (Every Monday), Taco Tuesdaze (Every Tuesday), Thirsty Thursday (Every Thursday), Cerveza Sundays (Every Sunday)."},{"question":"How can I order from Blanco Cantina?","answer":"Order directly from the menu at https://service.scan2dine.io/p/3zpdVD7_0qd0. Guests dining in can also scan the table QR code to order."},{"question":"What's the average rating of Blanco Cantina?","answer":"Blanco Cantina has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 on Google, from 1987 reviews."}],"last_updated":"2026-07-08T15:28:37.847Z"}