Find a Nook to Suit Your Mood at Some Top Mexican Restaurants in Melbourne
Mexican food is love for Melbournians- after all, Melbourne is bestowed with a spectrum of eateries right from old-school taco spots to hole-in-the-wall joints. These hangouts are stealing our hearts with their bottomless margarita menu and tequila shots. But the spicy Mexican dishes are leading the show making our mouths drool.
So, we invite you for a Mexican fiesta at these amazing restaurants in Melbourne.
1. Mamasita, Melbourne
Perched over a dodgy staircase at Melbourne’s CBD, Mamasita is popular for lingering around for an hour or more while enjoying Mexican dishes. This place is hitting the aim by serving their refreshing prawn tacos, mojo chicken tostadas and octopus. But don’t let yourself move out before sipping on an entire range of tequila- fiercely amazing!
Website: https://www.mamasita.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9650 3821
2. Los Hermanos Mexican Taqueria, Brunswick
Los Hermanos Mexican Taqueria, being a late-night taco hangout, is a piece of good news for all the taco fans out there in Melbourne. Drive down to try various taco fillings, including lamb, chicken and fish that explode flavours at just $5! Now that you have eaten enough without breaking your bank- spend it all on tequila!
Website: http://www.los-hermanos.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9939 3661
3. Fonda Mexican, Melbourne (Various Locations)
‘Fonda’ in Mexico means home to the local community serving homely meals made with love. Fonda Mexican has brought the same concept to Melbourne by developing a menu loaded with Mexican street food and a few dishes designed to share. But their vision extended beyond the menu, and thus a place offering a positive and engaging culture was born. To spice things up, they also have a rooftop cinema where you can treat yourself to a movie with tacos and margaritas- sounds fun!
Website: https://www.fondamexican.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 8686 7300
4. Radio Mexico St Kilda
An iconic casual eatery on St Kilda, Radio Mexico is known for its Mexican street food delights. Having indoor and outdoor ‘walk-in’ dining, this place is a local favourite for its lovely and intimate dining environment. Pop in to scan a menu packed with authentic dishes like chipotle prawn, taco, ceviche and salsas along with a cheeky beer or enjoy some shared dishes with your family- everything is just delicious!
Website: http://www.radiomexico.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9534 9990
5. Bodega Underground, Melbourne
An ultimate must-visit venue on this list, Bodega Underground can be found on Little Bourke Street. Sip on Mezcal- a precious artisanal spirit made from agave plants and savour it while you feast on the best tacos in town. And don’t worry if it is getting late; they have a late-night taqueria open until 3 am every night. Is the excitement kicking in?
Website: http://www.bodegaunderground.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9650 9979
6. Hotel Jesus, Collingwood
Hotel Jesus serves market-inspired snacks with mezcal and tap beers and believes in the no-frills concept. But this little brother of Mamasita has re-imagined the Mexican classics with amazing tacos, tostadas, ceviches and guisados. Go for their bottomless brunch and discover a range of Mexican delicacies that are unheard of with some sangria on tap.
Website: https://www.hoteljesus.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9650 6054
7. Little Hop, Fitzroy
Enticing to flee the busy Brunswick Street, Little Hop is an interesting and tiny spot where you can witness the perfect harmony of tacos and craft beers. Their fridge is also packed with a great range of Kiwi drops. Pull a chair, sit down for a hearty chat while sipping on tequilas and watch the turntable soundtracks going from blues to rock.
Contact: +61 (03) 9078 2252
8. Si Senor Taqueria, Balaclava
Offering Melbourne a new mantra to enjoy, Si Senor is all about ‘Eat Drink Love Taco’. Spot a table in the quirky lounge spread across two levels of an art-packed taqueria and indulge in the feel of a 1950s Mexican home. Order authentic dishes like tacos, guacamole and burrito with a margarita or tequila shots to quench your thirst. And if you are a huge group, they have extra long tables for you to have fun at this Mexican wonderland.
Website: https://sisenor.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9995 1083
9. Mesa Verde, Melbourne
Another tequila bar and kitchen, adding up to the list on Swanston Street, Mesa Verde has fuelled up the Mexican food game in Melbourne. We recommend their crispy pork belly tacos and chorizo quesadillas that serve as excellent gourmet food. Let alone eating- this place is gearing up the drinking game too with their huge drink menu, including delectable margaritas and bottomless tequilas!
Website: https://www.mesaverde.net.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9654 4417
10. Hello José, West Melbourne
Just a 3-minute walk from the Victoria Market and you land up at this Mexican Eden. Serving astonishing hand-pressed tacos, seasoned sangrita and life-changing green sauce, they have you clung to the chairs asking for more. And they don’t disappoint when they offer the chipotle chicken wings, tostadas and churros that blows you away. Don’t forget to try their secret mix of spirits while you share a laugh with your company.
Website: http://www.hellojose.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9326 3934
Regardless of what it is, every chef loves to know you relished the food cooked by them. So, next time when you party at these Mexican eateries, compliment the tacos and say, “¡Qué ricos tacos!” Who knows, you might get an extra discount!
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