06/06/2026
Cowboy Cantina is now open in Weare!
We got to try it on Thursday, and it was already hopping just after 4:00. It's in the space that the Stark House Tavern used to be in, and they've changed it up with some fun southwestern decor. The thing you notice immediately from the parking lot is the amazing aroma of barbecue coming from the smoker and the grills.
They've been open just barely a week, so they didn't have a printed drink menu. I just chose the house margarita to see what it would be like, and I enjoyed it. It comes in a fun tiki-style glass with big flaked salt on the rim.
Appetizer: We got the Chorizo Fundido Fries, and wow! I think this was my favorite thing. The chorizo had really nice flavor and a little kick of spice, and of course queso fundido is probably my favorite thing on the planet. I really enjoyed this one. They serve it on a paper on a little tray, and I don't think the paper is the way to go because it starts shredding and breaking down.
Steak Tips: Dave got the steak tips and they were absolutely delicious. He also got a little side of street corn and we both loved it. It's nicely spiced, and has a yummy cheese/mayo sauce.
I was pleasantly overwhelmed at all the great-sounding choices on the menu, and it was hard to make up my mind. I went with the Burrito Bowl which was grilled chicken over their southwest rice, topped with lettuce, tomato, and guac. There were a couple of black beans in there too. I think it was supposed to have a sour cream and poblano ranch drizzle, and also crispy tortilla strips but I don't remember seeing those. Those would have made it extra good! I couldn't eat the whole thing.
All the food that I saw coming out looked great. I saw people ordering wings, tacos, steak and cheese subs, and wraps. Everything looked good.
It's a small place! I think I counted maybe 10ish tables? We will definitely be going back. They have a huge menu, and there are still so many things I want to try.