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Brisbane’s first authentic Mexican street taqueria and bar — straight FROM the heart of Mexico City.
Born on the streets of Mexico City. Perfected in Brisbane. Cartel del Taco delivers bold, flavour-packed street food with a cult following. From our roots in Hawthorne — voted Queensland’s best tacos — to our new home in New Farm, we’re spreading
the taco revolution one neighbourhood at a time.









Crafted by Mexicans who live and breathe authentic street food!
Step into our vibrant, 1980s-inspired taqueria and bar — a lively, music-filled space where every detail tells a story. From the furniture and plates to the glasses and artwork, everything has been carefully brought all the way from Mexico City to Australia to create an authentic atmosphere.
Our menu, crafted by executive chef and co-owner Erick Martinez — born in Mexico City and cooking since the age of eight — features fresh local produce combined with genuine Mexican ingredients. Whether you’re craving tacos, tortas, wood and charcoal-grilled mains, or classic desserts, each dish is designed to transport you
straight to the heart of Mexico City.
REVIEWs
MORE THAN TACOS & MARGS. AN AUTHENTIC MEXICAN EXPERIENCE.
Posted on Google S MaguireTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Food was impeccable, staff very attentive but not over the top, music was great and drinks were delicious. Thank you!Posted on Google Y GranadosTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fui con mi esposo y los niños y solo tengo dos palabras para describir esto. Es espectacular!!!! Y era la primera vez que mi esposo quién es australiano probaba los tacos y le encantó el lugar. Mil graciasPosted on Google J SchoonemanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic food in a fantastic venue with amazing staff.Posted on Google J AmezcuaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best Mexican food I have tried in Brisbane and being from Mexico this place definitely brings me closer to home with all the flavours. The service is excellent, I have a toddler and I was happy that the kids menu has really good quality meals for him, also the service was very prompt so I had enough time to enjoy all my food before my toddler decided it was time to go home! Muchas gracias :)Posted on Google S DavidsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The food was fabulous! Fresh and full of flavour. Great service. We will be back.Posted on Google L dowlerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Delicious food and cocktails! Perfect for birthday celebrations 🍾 ❤️
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🍗 BRISBANE… TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! 🔥
Made for Brisbane. Priced for everyone. ❤️
👉🏽 ALL YOU CAN EAT CHICKEN WINGS — ONLY $29 ‼️
🍟 Bowl of Chips — ONLY $8 ‼️
🍺 Mexican Cartel Lager (Schooner) — ONLY $9 ‼️
Choose your fighter:
🌶️ Buffalo Sauce
🥭 Spicy Mango Habanero
😉 Non-spicy available
Unlimited rounds. No limits. No excuses. 🍗🔥
📍 Cartel del Taco – Hawthorne
⏰ From 5PM TONIGHT
⚡ One night only
⚡ Limited seats
⚡ Bookings highly recommended
Come hungry. Leave questioning your life choices. 😂🍗
👉🏽 Grab your mates and book your table before it sells out!
🚨 YOU ASKED. WE LISTENED. Brisbane… your lunch just got a whole lot better‼️🌮🔥
For months you’ve been asking us for lunch combos… so here they are.
🌮 LUNCH SPECIALS 😉
🍞🥩🌶️ Birria or Pastor Torta + Coke — ONLY $25 ‼️
🔥🌮 2 TACOS + Fries + Coke — ONLY $25 ‼️
(Pastor, Suadero, Birria or Pollo).
🍺 Feeling like a lunch beer? Upgrade your Coke to a Mexican Lager or a Classic Margarita for just +$8. 😉
Because let’s be honest…
❌ Sad desk lunches are cancelled.
✅ Real Mexican food is now on the menu.
🗓️ Wednesday to Friday - 📍New Farm
🗓️ Friday - 📍Hawthorne
⏰ Lunch from 12PM – 3PM
👉🏽 Grab your work crew and we’ll take care of lunch.
#CartelDelTaco #BrisbaneLunch #LunchSpecial #Tacos #BrisbaneEat
🚨 Warning: May cause strangers to ask where you got your beanie 😅
The hottest thing you’ll wear on the coldest day. 🥶🌶️
Limited edition Cartel del Taco beanies are only $20, and after this morning’s weather, they’re disappearing fast 🔥
👉🏽 Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
📍 Available in-store only.
#beanieweather #mexicanfood #supportlocal #limitededition #merch
🌮 BRISBANE’S BIGGEST TACO TUESDAY IS BACK TOMORROW NIGHT. 🔥
👉🏽 ALL YOU CAN EAT BIRRIA TACOS — ONLY $29!! 😱
Served with our rich, house-made consommé.
🌮 Unlimited rounds until you tap out. 😉🔥
📍 290 Hawthorne Rd, Hawthorne
🕔 From 5PM
⚡ Limited seats available
⚡ Available until sold out
⚡ Bookings highly recommended
🚨 Last week SOLD OUT. Don’t miss out again.
👉🏽 Book your table now before someone else eats your tacos. Walk-ins welcome, subject to availability.
Terms & Conditions apply.
#CartelDelTaco #AllYouCanEatBirria #BirriaTacos #TacoTuesday #BrisbaneEats
A Cartel Classic Since 2022 🤎🍰
Our signature Pastel de Cajeta. Warm, rich, and filled with molten caramel, served with French vanilla ice cream and finished with a delicate dusting of chocolate 🤤
One bite, and you’ll understand why it’s never left the menu.
Available at New Farm & Hawthorne. Book your table or simply walk in and treat yourself to Cartel’s sweetest tradition. 🍮✨
🚨Warning: The first bite is addictive. 🔥🌮
Tacos in one hand. Cerveza in the other. Cartel merch to finish the look.
👉🏽 Book your table, or simply walk in.
📍 While you’re here, check out our exclusive Cartel merch — available in-store only. 🇲🇽🌮
#SupportLocal #CartelMerch #EatLocal #TacoTime #goodfoodgoodmood
🇲🇽 A LITTLE SLICE OF MEXICO IN BRISBANE. 🌮❤️
Some places serve tacos.
We serve the feeling of walking into a neighbourhood taquería in Mexico.
Authentic flavours. Handcrafted margaritas. Good people. Great memories.
📍 New Farm & Hawthorne
🌮 Book your table today — or just walk in. Mexico is waiting.
#VisitBrisbane #MexicanFood #MexicanRestaurant #Tacos
🌮 YOUR NEW FAVOURITE LUNCH HAS ARRIVED. 🔥
Lunch plans? We’ve got you covered. 🌮❤️
Enjoy 2 authentic Mexican beef tacos + crispy fries + a Coke Zero for just $25‼️ 😳
Fast, fresh and packed with authentic Mexican flavour.
📍 New Farm — Every Wednesday to Friday | 12PM–3PM
📍 Hawthorne — Fridays only | 12PM–3PM
👉🏽 Grab your lunch crew, book your table or simply walk in. We’ll handle the tacos. 🌮🔥
🔥TOMORROW NIGHT. WE FEAST.🌮
120kg of birria is already in the pot, slow-cooking for 11 hours… because great birria can’t be rushed. 🤌🏽🔥
🌮 BRISBANE’S FAVOURITE TACO TUESDAY IS BACK TOMORROW NIGHT.
👉🏽 ALL YOU CAN EAT BIRRIA TACOS — ONLY $29‼️ 😱 Served with our rich homemade consomé.
🌮 Unlimited rounds until you tap out. 😏🔥
📍 290 Hawthorne Rd, Hawthorne
⏰ From 5PM
⚡ Limited seats available
⚡ Until sold out
⚡ Bookings highly recommended
🚨 Last week SOLD OUT.
👉🏽 BOOK NOW BEFORE SOMEONE ELSE EATS YOUR TACOS.
Terms & Conditions apply.
#CartelDelTaco #AllYouCanEatBirria #BirriaTacos #TacoTuesday #BrisbaneEats
Cartel Del Taco New Farm
79 Merthyr Rd
New Farm
(07) 3544 6739
HOLA@CARTELDELTACO.COM.AU
Cartel Del Taco Hawthorne
290 Hawthorne Road
Hawthorne
(07) 3096 0516
HOLA@CARTELDELTACO.COM.AU