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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.

LET'S GET SOCIAL!

WE DON’T CLOSE. EASTER WEEKEND 🔥

Easter weekend = full Cartel mode 💥🌮🍹

We’re OPEN all weekend at both locations —
no days off, no excuses ❤️‍🔥

Skip the cooking. Skip the stress.
This is tacos, margs & good times… done right 🇲🇽

👉🏽📍 Hawthorne & New Farm are already filling up.
Don’t leave it last minute.

#CartelDelTaco #EasterWeekend #BrisbaneEats #TacosAndMargs #CDMXinBrisbane
👉🏽 Yeah… this is your lunch 🔥🌮🇲🇽

‘SUADERO TACO’ 🤌🏽 Slow-cooked beef brisket, finished on the grill…topped with fresh onion, coriander, salsa verde & a squeeze of lime! 🍋‍🟩🌶️🌮

🍹Cold margs, fresh tacos, no boring lunches here.

👉🏽 We’re open from 12pm — walk in or lock your table now.

🏃🏽‍♂️Walk in or hit the booking link now

#CartelDelTaco #BrisbaneLunch #BrisbaneEats #TacosAndMargs #LunchInBrisbane
🚨 THIS COULD BE YOUR LAST CHANCE… 🚨

Brisbane’s favourite ALL YOU CAN EAT BIRRIA is almost fully booked 🌮🔥 Only a few spots left at 5PM & 8PM… and once they’re gone, they’re gone.

And honestly… we don’t know if we’re doing this again.

Slow-cooked beef birria, crispy tortillas, that rich consommé… round after round after round 🔥🌮🌶️🤤

👉🏽 If you’ve been thinking about it — this is your sign.

Secure your table before it’s too late 🏃🏽‍♂️💨

📍290 Hawthorne Rd, Hawthorne 

#best #birria #birriatacos in #brisbane #allyoucaneat
CARTEL… DELIVERED? 👀🌮🔥

For the ones who want Cartel at home…

We’ve been working on something behind the scenes.

Something that brings
🌮 tacos
🔥 birria
💨 straight to you…

Not just takeaway anymore.

Very. Soon. 👀🔥

👉🏽 Stay close… you don’t want to miss this drop 🚗💨

#CartelDelTaco #CartelAtHome #BrisbaneEats #BrisbaneFoodie #TacosBrisbane
🚨 BRISBANE — THIS WILL SELL OUT‼️Brisbane’s favourite Taco Tuesday is coming… and the smart ones are already booking. 🔥🌮

👉🏽 ALL YOU CAN EAT BIRRIA — $25 ‼️ 🔥🌮

Slow-cooked beef birria, Rich homemade consommé.
Round after round… until you tap out. 🤤💥

📅 This Tuesday
📍 Hawthorne only
⏰ Limited seats

⚠️ Last week we sold out… don’t wait until it’s too late.

👉🏽 BOOK NOW — link in bio & stories 🏃🏽‍♂️💨

🍄 Vegan birria available

Terms & Conditions:

🔶 Must purchase one drink from our Taco Tuesday menu:
🍺 Mexican Cartel Lager $11
🍹 Classic or Frozen Margarita $12
🥤 Horchata, Jamaica, or Tamarind agua fresca $11

• Max 3 tacos per round (served with consommé)
• Seating time is strictly 1.2 hours
• No sharing — if sharing is detected, each person will be charged for the special
• $5 charge per uneaten taco — help us reduce food waste
• Available until SOLD OUT
• Valid Tuesdays only at Cartel del Taco Hawthorne
• Seats are strictly limited and bookings are essential

✨ Enjoy responsibly and bring your taco appetite! 🌮🔥

#CartelDelTaco #TacoTuesday #BirriaTacos #AllYouCanEat #brisbaneeats
🔥 BRISBANE, YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THIS BEFORE. 🇲🇽🍹

The real CANTARITO has landed at Cartel. 🤎🍹 Made only with the best tequila @1800mx 🥃

Clay cups brought straight from Mexico.
Fresh citrus. Tequila. Energy. Culture.

🚨 Available NOW at New Farm & Hawthorne
👉🏽 Book your table or walk in — sunshine + cantaritos waiting 🍹☀️

This isn’t just a cocktail…this is how we drink in Mexico City. 🍋‍🟩🔥🌶️

New menu launches TODAY from 12pm — and this one hits different 🤤😍

#CartelDelTaco #Cantarito #MexicoCityVibes #CDMXinBrisbane #brisbanefood
CRISPY FISH TACOS DONE RIGHT 🌮🔥🌮🔥🌮🔥🌮🔥🌮🔥🌮🔥🌮🔥🌮🔥🌮🔥🌮🔥🌮

Deep-fried fish tacos 🌮 red snapper 🐟 freshly made guac 🥑 & pico de gallo 🍅🧅 salsa bruja y valentina 🌶️ & mayo.

4 tacos. Zero regrets. 🤤🤌🏽

You heard that crunch, didn’t you?

Yeah… this is your lunch.

📍Doors open at 12PM, New Farm — don’t miss it.

👉🏽 Book now / Walk ins welcome 

#CartelDelTaco #BrisbaneEats #BrisbaneFoodie #NewFarmEats #HawthorneEats

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

TERMS & CONDITIONS

A GREAT GUEST EXPERIENCE IS ON OUR TOP VALUES AND PRIORITIES, HOWEVER WE HAVE SOME TERMS & CONDITIONS TO FOLLOW ON BOOKINGS. PLEASE RED BELOW AND WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON!

  • Debit and credit card surcharge. A surcharge of 1.5% will apply to all debit cards and 2.5% AMEX. Alternatively you may wish to pay by cash which will not incur a surcharge.
  • Groups over 8 people get automatically put on a $60 set menu, once confirmed and if the client doesn’t show up, a $20 fee per person will incur as penalty. Please call to check on dietary requirements and set menu inclusions. Set menu does not apply for kids. Only adults.
  • Once a booking has been made and confirmed no extra guests are allowed to be added or brought to the table without calling, checking and confirming we have the space to accommodate them. If the booking has been confirmed for 6 adults and you show up with 8, we might not be able to accommodate them and we reserve the right to sit them down
  • Our house policy aims to encourage moderation and provide a low risk and enjoyable environment for all. No service of alcohol to minors. No service of alcohol to people believed to be intoxicated.
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