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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!
🚨 BRISBANE’S BIGGEST TACO TUESDAY IS BACK. ONE LAST TIME. 🌮🔥
👉🏽 BACK BY DEMAND — ALL YOU CAN EAT BIRRIA returns TOMORROW NIGHT for only $29‼️
12 hrs slow-cooked beef birria, women corn tortillas, rich home made consomé… unlimited rounds until you tap out. 💥🌮🌶️🤤
📍 Hawthorne only • 290 Hawthorne Rd
⏰ BOOK NOW‼️ Secure your spot
⚡ Might not be back next week…
🔶 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)
• 1.2hr seating limit
• No sharing — sharing detected = charged per person
• $5 per uneaten taco — help us reduce food waste
• Until SOLD OUT
• Tuesdays only — Hawthorne location
• Limited seats available
✨ Enjoy responsibly… and come hungry.
🚨 BREAKING: Kev, Jake & Shagy spotted at Cartel del Taco… 👀🌮🍺
Apparently the tacos were so good they cancelled their Hollywood dinner plans. 😅🇲🇽🔥
All agreeing on one thing: “Best tacos in Brisbane.” 🌮😂🍺
*Haters will say it’s AI 👀😂
#hollywood in #brisbane only at #carteldeltaco #besttacosintown #jokes
🚨 TODAY’S THE DAY 🇲🇽⚽️🔥
We’re officially FULLY BOOKED for lunch today for México’s game! ❤️🌮🍻 MEXICO VS AUSTRALIA 🦘
If you have a booking, please arrive early so we can organise everyone smoothly and be ready for kick-off. 🙌🏽⚡️
Micheladas flowing. Tacos coming out hot. Big game energy all afternoon. 🌮🍺🔥
📍 Only at Cartel del Taco New Farm
See you soon Brisbane 🇲🇽💥
🍹 Brisbane’s favourite margs right now… 🇲🇽🔥
🍍 Frozen Lime Marg
🔥 Guava MEZCALITA
🍓 Pica FRESA Jalapeño
🍊 Mezcal Sour
Made with only the best @1800tequila.au 🥃⚡️
Sun’s out. Music’s on. Margs flowing! 💃🍹
📍 New Farm & Hawthorne
👉🏽 Walk in or book now.
#CartelDelTaco #BrisbaneEats #BrisbaneCocktails #MargaritaTime #1800Tequila
Fresh oysters dressed properly. 🦪🌶️🍋🟩
👉🏽 Salsa macha, ponzu, yuzu, chilli & fresh lime.
Salty. Citrusy. Spicy. Perfectly balanced. 😮💨⚡️
📍 Cartel del Taco New Farm & Hawthorne
👉🏽 Come start your weekend with a dozen.
#CartelDelTaco #BrisbaneEats #BrisbaneFood #Oysters #FreshOysters
This could be you & your gf’s — yaping for hours over margaritas and tacos. 🍹🌮❤️🔥
Main character behaviour only at Cartel del Taco. ⚡️
📍Hawthorne & New Farm
The perfect balance. 👌🏽🥑 Freshly made guac… with a little protein bar on the side. 😅 Crunchy pork chicharrón, made for dipping! 🔥
Swipe left for the perfect pairing: Caguama Michelada. 😍❤️🔥🍺
👉🏽 Skip the boring lunch. Come to Mexico instead. 🇲🇽🔥
Only at Cartel del Taco.
#therealdeal #mexico in #aus #australia
POV: It’s Friday night at Cartel… and this is where Brisbane is ⚡️❤️
💃 Your weekend plans just found you.
👉🏽 Book now. 🌮🍹
#CartelDelTaco #BrisbaneEats #BrisbaneFood #TacosAndMargs #mexicanfood
🏆 AWARDED BEST TACOS & BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT IN QLD 🌮🔥🇲🇽
Now you know why Brisbane keeps lining up outside. 😉⚡️
From sizzling tacos & ice-cold margaritas… to the music, energy and real Mexico City vibes — this is more than dinner. This is Cartel del Taco. ❤️🌮🍹
Bring your friends. Bring your appetite. Come see what everyone’s talking about. 💃🏽🔥
📍 New Farm & Hawthorne
👉🏽 Weekend bookings are filling FAST — secure your table now before we’re fully booked. ⚡️
#CartelDelTaco #BestTacos #BestMexicanRestaurant #BrisbaneFood #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
