A group of friends laughing and enjoying margaritas together at Nueva Cantina's colorful outdoor patio bar. — Credit: newcantina/Facebook

North Pinellas will have more options for tacos and margs this summer.

Nueva Cantina announced plans on Wednesday for a new location at the Palm Harbor Shops Plaza. The restaurant at 35903 US Highway 19 N is slated for the summer, making it the fourth Nueva Cantina since the brand’s relaunch.

The original Nueva Cantina (formerly El Gallo Grande) operated under previous ownership for a decade in St. Petersburg’s Old Northeast neighborhood before owner and CEO Raul Medina took over in 2024.

It has since opened in downtown Tampa and Brandon, serving freshly squeezed margaritas and Mexican street food with flavors influenced by ingredients imported from Mexico.

“Nueva Cantina is on a mission to become Tampa Bay’s go-to destination for tacos and margaritas,” Medina said in a release.

The brand became employee-owned in 2024, shortly before its Downtown Tampa location opened. Top employees at each spot can earn equity ownership in their locations.

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