20 Best Tacos in Sydney [2024]

Tacos Sydney

There’s nothing like a delicious taco to get your taste buds tingling. Sydney is home to some of the best tacos in the country, and we’ve put together a list of the best tacos that you need to try! Whether you’re a fan of chicken tacos, fish tacos or beef tacos, we’ve got something for everyone. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your tacos Sydney crawl today!

1) Chula

Key Service	Really good tacos, quesadilla and ceviche
Address	Shop 7, 33 Bayswater Rd, Potts Point, NSW
Website	http://www.chula.com.au/
Phone	02 9331 0126
Email	hola@chula.com.au
Operating Hours	TUES / WEDS / THURS / SUN 5PM-11PM FRI 5PM-1AM | SAT 12PM-1AM Brunch / Lunch / Dinner Sat 12PM – 1AM

At Potts Point’s Chula, you’ll find some of the best Mexican food in Sydney. With a focus on contemporary and modern style, the menu features charcoal-grilled beef, zingy ceviche, fresh zesty salads, Mexican truffle quesadillas and more. And don’t forget to leave room for dessert! The most popular Mexican dessert – churros – are also on the menu. For drinks, try one of their signature cocktails or a michelada.

Key Differentiators:

• Offers taco Tuesdays
• Mexican plates & cocktails
• Modern Mexican restaurant

Customer’s Review:

Really good tacos, quesadilla and ceviche. Nice ambiance as well. Staff were accommodating of our large group even though we didn’t have a booking then.

J

2) Dos Senoritas

Key Service	Street-style taco
Address	Shop 2, 3-7 Cowell St, Gladesville NSW 2111
Website	https://dossenoritas.com.au/
Phone	02 9817 3737
Email	hola@dossenoritas.com.au
Operating Hours	Tue – Sun 11:30 – 15:00 17:00 – 21:30

Dos Senoritas, located in Gladesville, is an authentic Mexican restaurant created by Chef Domingo. Proud of his heritage, he has brought the traditional flavors and textures of Mexico to Sydney-siders. The eatery is especially well known for its moles: Mole Poblano (chicken breast cooked slowly in green mole pepian) or Mole Oaxaca (chicken cooked in a dark chocolate sauce). Other menu items include tamales stuffed with chicken or beef and wrapped in a corn husk.

Key Differentiators:

• Very generous servings
• Laid-back vibe
• Hearty Mexican classic food

Customer’s Review:

I usually have a pretty good time here, but I think it depends on what you order. I recommend the 3 taco deal, with the soft corn tortilla (street style taco). I don’t really like the rice and beans they serve with the dishes but the tacos are great.

Arie Oldman

3) Maiz Mexican Street Food

Key Service	Traditional Mexican tacos
Address	415 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia
Website	https://www.maizstreetfood.com/
Phone	+61 466 077 804
Operating Hours	Monday Closed Tuesday 5–9PM Wednesday 5–9PM Thursday 5–9PM Friday 5–9PM Saturday 5–9PM Sunday 10AM–2:30PM

Since 2021, Maiz Mexican Street Food has been a hit among Sydney-siders. Located in King Street, the restaurant is co-owned and operated by Juan Carlo – Head Chef. With an aesthetic that makes customers feel right at home, it’s no wonder why dish favorites include vegan hibiscus al pastor, spanner crab tinga and 16-hour slow cooked beef barbacoa.

Key Differentiators:

• Unique tacos
• Great value for money
• Authentic Mexican flavours

Customer’s Review:

Great customer service. Awesome well-balanced cocktails. Food was served in a timely manner. The dishes were very well-seasoned and authentic Mexican.

Renad

4) Rosa Cienfuegos Itacate

Key Service	Authentic-style tacos
Address	Shop 2 and 3, 129 – 133 Redfern St, Redfern, NSW, Australia
Website	https://web.facebook.com/Itacateandmexicandeli
Email	itacate.redfern@gmail.com
Operating Hours	Sunday Closed Monday Closed Tuesday 11AM–8:30PM Wednesday 11AM–8:30PM Thursday 11AM–9PM Friday 11AM–9:30PM Saturday 10AM–8:30PM

Sydney-siders in search of REAL Mexican food need to look no further than Rosa Cienfuegos. What started as a humble food truck operation has now exploded into two hot spots–one in Redfern and the other in Dulwich Hill. And though both are excellent, the former is a fairer representation of fine dining while the latter is faster casual. The menu boasts many amazing options, but their tamales are a house speciality. Handmade with corn husks, chicken, and plenty of salsa verde; these little gems will transport you to Oaxaca with just one bite!

Key Differentiators:

• Finer dining
• Serves healthy dose of salsa verde
• Handmade tamales

Customer’s Review:

Best Mexican food and has an amazing product selection. I love the tacos and always take home some tortillas, Oaxaca cheese and sauces! Close to the station so it’s really easy to access go to and from work. A great addition to the local community.

Liz

5) Sinaloa Sydney

Key Service	Tacos and cocktails
Address	37 Bay St., Double Bay, NSW 2028
Website	https://www.sinaloasydney.com.au/
Phone	0412230290
Email	info@sinaloasydney.com.au
Operating Hours	Wed & Thurs: 5pm – late Fri & Sat: 12pm – late Sunday: 12pm – late

Curated by head Chef Axell Torres, this new restaurant features some of the best contemporary Mexican cuisine in Sydney. With an Australian twist, it’s the perfect spot to kick back and share some Tacos, Quesadillas, and Margaritas with good company. Our personal favourites include the pork belly tacos with crackling, guacamole and chips, and the awesome stone-baked quesadillas. This is the spot for Mexican street food done right –with native ingredients and unique flavours

Key Differentiators:

• Modern Mexican cuisine
• Mexican cocktail bar
• Use of native Australian ingredients

Customer’s Review:

Its lovely vibe is well conceptualised. Food is exceptional and creatively made. Google map positioning needs to be updated, it led me the back stage of the show.

Indra Wan

6) Carbon Mexican Woodfire

Key Service	Serving all-you-can-eat tacos
Address	288 Bondi Road Bondi Beach, NSW 2026
Website	https://www.carbonmexican.com.au/
Phone	+61 (02) 9388 1451
Email	info@carbonmexican.com.au
Operating Hours	Tues to Thurs: 5pm – 11pm Friday: 3pm – 11pm Saturday: 12pm – 11pm Sunday: 12pm – 10pm

Carbon, a 60-person restaurant) is one of the most popular places to go in Bondi if you’re looking for good Mexican food. The woodfired dishes are Latin American parrilla style and traditional, making use of hacienda cooking techniques from Mexico Caribbean. If you visit, we recommend getting a few share plates like Hampshire suckling pig or roasted lamb shoulder. One notable feature about Carbon is its atmosphere– it’s very unique compared to other diners because it focuses on keeping things traditional with white walls andMexican textiles around the eatery.

Key Differentiators:

• Focuses on wood-fired dishes
• Using traditional South American ‘parrilla’ techniques
• Inventive dishes

Customer’s Review:

Absolutely delicious food, great vibe and beautiful staff/service. We had the private table at the back and it was great. The tacos were all so flavourful and delicious, highly recommend the chicken taco’s, the lamb and the corn. some of the dishes were overly salty but still really great. Will definitely return soon!

Jessica Frankel

7) Fonda Mexican

Key Service	Tacos made for sharing
Address	379 Crown St., Surry Hills, NSW 2010
Website	https://www.fondamexican.com.au/
Phone	(02) 8105 0777
Operating Hours	MONDAY: 11.30AM – 9.00PM TUESDAY: 11.30AM – 9.00PM WEDNESDAY: 11.30AM – 9.00PM THURSDAY: 11.30AM – 9.00PM FRIDAY: 11.30AM – 9.30PM SATURDAY: 11.30AM – 9.30PM SUNDAY: 11.30AM – 9.00PM

Fonda, with several restaurants throughout Melbourne, has now arrived at the golden sand shores of Bondi beach. Tim McDonald and Dave You, the founders behind Fonda, had in mind a restaurant that produces fresh Mexican food served simply and made with love. At Fonda meaning “a home that is open to the community as a restaurant,” you’ll be able to enjoy dishes such as crispy prawn tacos, bright salads, tostadas salsa verde, ranchero beans, guacamole vegan options ), all t he way through shared taco boards.

Key Differentiators:

• Simple and delicious food
• With a Fonda twist
• Mexican street food

Customer’s Review:

Great margaritas and good value for the set menus. Decent tacos and quesadillas, a little on the small side. Service can be slow at busy times. Prices are reasonable for Bondi.

Olivier S

8) La Farmacia Sydney

Key Service	Authentic Mexican food
Address	81 Stanley Street Darlinghurst, NSW
Website	https://www.lafarmaciasydney.com/
Email	hello@mrspalmersandwich.com
Operating Hours	TUESDAY – FRIDAY: From 5:30pm SATURDAY: From 11:00am SUNDAY: From 11:00 (Lunch Only)

If you’re in Sydney and looking for some delicious Mexican food, complete with a wide selection of margaritas, then La Farmacia is the place for you. Hidden behind a closed door in Mrs Palmer Sandwich, this hidden tequila bar and restaurant can be difficult to spot, but it’s well worth seeking out. If you’ve got the time, we highly recommend the bottomless brunch options on Saturdays and Sundays – you’ll get a set menu plus unlimited mixed spirits, Mexican beer or wine, and 1.5 hours of bottomless margaritas!

Key Differentiators:

• Endless list of margaritas
• Bottomless brunch on weekends
• Set menu

Customer’s Review:

Taco Tuesdays are great at La Farmacia, al pastor, beef and chorizo are my favourites, but queso fundido is just insane, other levels I love it, and the Mexican express martini after your food is a must.

Lupita Nieblas

9) Esteban

Key Service	Serves wagyu taco
Address	1 Temperance Lane, Sydney NSW 2000
Website	https://www.estebanrestaurant.com.au/
Phone	+61 2 9062 8565
Email	info@estebanrestaurant.com.au
Operating Hours	Tuesday 5pm – 12am Wednesday 12pm – 12am Thursday & Friday 12pm – 1am Saturday 12pm – 1am Sunday – Monday Closed

Esteban differentiates itself in the Mexican food scene by offering upscale renditions of classic dishes. You’ll find delicious mezcals and tequilas perfect for sipping, as well as a wide variety of options from across Mexico. The masterminds behind Esteban – Mark Crawford and Michael Fegent, executive chef John Frid – designed an authentic experience that will make you feel transported to Mexico. From the stunning H&E Architects-design to the blackened meat cooked over an open flame, Estaban exudes luxury without compromising on flavor or authenticity.

Key Differentiators:

• Romantic fine dining spot
• Stunning array of mezcals and tequilas
• Homemade Mexican cuisine

Customer’s Review:

My friend and I absolutely enjoyed dinner at Esteban. The range of flavours were exciting and everything we ordered was delicious. The chicken with mole sauce was amazing and so were the beef tartare tacos. Desserts were scrumptious. The variety of drinks was incredible. The place was vibrant and the service was really good.

Razel Navarro

10) Chica Bonita Manly

Key Service	Tasty tacos and tostadas
Address	9 The Corso, Manly NSW 2095, Australia
Website	https://www.chicabonita.com.au/
Phone	02 99765255
Operating Hours	Tuesday – Thursday 1130am – 3pm // 6pm – 10pm Friday 1130am – 3pm // 530pm – 10pm Saturday – Sunday 1130am – 330pm // 5pm – 10pm

If you’re looking for a delicious Mexican meal and some great company, Chica Bonita Manly is the place for you. The restaurant has personality in abundance, and its stools are often packed to the brim but well worth the wait. Start off with some of the tasty snack foods like the kingfish ceviche or guacamole and chips. Then get stuck into the tacos and tostadas like the cheeseburger taco or brisket tostada. You won’t be disappointed!

Key Differentiators:

• Fun and vibrant vibe
• Great selection of Mexican beers
• Friendly service

Customer’s Review:

Great place to have Mexican food. Love their Baja taco and tuna tostada. Guacamole is also a great option, we never made it past Entrada. Poolside mocktail was so delicious, just needed some tequila shot. Don’t forget the takeaway Margarita.

Angelia Fonseca

11) Tequila Mockingbird

Key Service	Ceviche taco
Address	6 Heeley st, Paddington NSW 2021
Website	https://www.tequila-mockingbird.com.au/
Phone	02 9062 8566
Email	info@tequila-mockingbird.com.au
Operating Hours	Monday | Closed Tuesday – Wednesday | 5pm – 10:30pm Thursday | 5pm – 11:30pm Friday & Saturday | 12pm – 12am Sunday | 12pm – 10pm

Paddington’s Five Ways is home to some of the best Mexican food in Sydney, and Tequila Mockingbird is one restaurant you won’t want to miss. With a cozy dining space and delicious food, you’ll wish you’d found this place sooner. The menu combines the tastes of Latin America with the modern Australian kitchen for a unique and flavourful experience. Be sure to try the ceviche taco or Wagyu Picanha with garlic jalapeno butter!

Key Differentiators:

• Lively restaurant in a 19th-century property
• Latin American far
• Intimate little setting 

Customer’s Review:

I booked Tequila Mockingbird by mistake as I wanted to book Esteban, however, it is one of those honest mistakes you love to have.

Ernesto Foodie

12) El Gringo’s Tacos

Key Service	Tacos, beers, and cocktails
Address	16 Falcon Street, Crows Nest New South Wales 2065, Australia
Website	https://elgringostacos.com.au/
Email	Tacos@ElGringosTacos.com.au
Operating Hours	Tuesday & Wednesday 5pm to midnight Thursday to Saturday noon to midnight

El Gringo’s is the perfect place to satisfy your late-night taco cravings. The Crows Nest Mexican restaurant has a great vibe, amazing food and a delightful cocktail list. Best of all, the restaurant also gives back to its staff each month, so you can feel good about supporting them while indulging in their delicious creations.

Key Differentiators:

• A funky taqueria and bar
• Cute Mexican-themed restaurant
• Nice drink selection

Customer’s Review:

All the waitstaff were so friendly and polite! Tacos and mains/‘snacks’ were delicious and portion sizes were very generous. Will definitely be coming back.

Joyce Qiu

13) Calaveras Mexican Cantina & Tequila Bar

Key Service	Tacos, mezcals & other Mexican offerings
Address	Level One, 324 King Street Newtown, Sydney 2042 Australia
Website	https://www.calaverasmexican.com.au/
Phone	0451 541 712
Email	calaverasmex@hotmail.com
Operating Hours	Monday: Closed Tuesday & Wednesday: From 6pm Thursday & Friday: From 5pm Saturday & Sunday: From 5pm

At Calaveras, the fairy lights and art-filled walls will set the mood for your great Mexican dining experience. Filling tacos and cheesy quesadillas await you, but don’t forget about the drinks! With an extensive Tequila and Mezcal collection, it might be tough to pick just one (or two). But if you need help deciding, our knowledgeable staff are more than happy to give recommendations

Key Differentiators:

• Colourful restaurant with Mexico-inspired decor
• Extensive range of cocktails
• Friendly staff

Customer’s Review:

Went out with a friend and it was awesome. Great atmosphere great food. Definitely recommend!

Crysta Robinson

14) El Loco at Excelsior

Key Service	Tacos and tequila
Address	64 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills, New South Wales, 2010, Australia
Website	https://merivale.com/venues/excelsior/
Phone	+61 2 9114 7339
Operating Hours	Sun11:00 am – until late Mon-Wed11:00 am – until late Thu11:00 am – 1:00 am Fri11:00 am – 3:00 am Sat12:00 pm – 3:00 am Sun12:00 pm – 10:00 pm

El Loco at Excelsior is a hidden gem in Surry Hills, bursting with Mexican flavor. The streetfood-style menu keeps things simple and fresh, so you can focus on enjoying the vibrant atmosphere and tasty dishes. Make sure to get there early though – this place gets packed most nights!

Key Differentiators:

• Great tacos and Mexican street food
• Vibrant atmosphere
• Hip location in Surry Hills

Customer’s Review:

Excellent selection of Mexican classics. Great flavour and variety in the tacos, the quesadillas were super cheesy, the nachos really hit the spot, and the accompanying sauces complemented the dishes nicely. Very good drinks menu as well. Great vibe!

Vi Girgis

15) Mexicano

Key Service	Serves tacos of your choice
Address	2/209-211 Ocean St., Narrabeen NSW 2101, Australia
Website	https://www.mexicano.com.au/
Phone	02 9970 8975
Operating Hours	Monday Closed Tuesday and Wednesday 5pm till late Thursday and Friday 12pm – 3pm and 5pm till late Saturday and Sunday 12pm till late

At Mexicano, you’ll find the best quality tacos with every protein imaginable as well as shareable plates like prawn ceviche, jalapeno croquettes, and beef chimichangas. For dessert, go for the salted caramel ancho chilli truffles—you won’t be disappointed!

Key Differentiators:

• Good variety on the menu
• Amazing flavours
• Warm, intimate atmosphere

Customer’s Review:

Best pork Tacos I’ve ever had!! Margarita’s were great and we had an ocean view from the outdoor table. Amazing.

Laura

16) El Loco at Slip Inn

Key Service	Special ingredients for homemade tacos
Address	111 Sussex Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Website	https://merivale.com/venues/slipinn/
Phone	+61 2 9114 7327
Operating Hours	Mon-Thu11:00 am – until late Fri11:00 am – 2:00 am Sat12:00 pm – 2:00 am Sun11:00 am – until late

El Loco, a successful takeover at Excelsior now offers the same delicious quality Mexican food at Slip Inn that Sydney has come to expect its sister restaurant. Try one of the many taco options or go for Margaritas galore off their tasty cocktail list. There’s also a hefty wine list if you’re looking for something different!

Key Differentiators:

• Colourful cantina
• Avant-garde margaritas
• Creative Mexican food

Customer’s Review:

Wednesday night special is the taco deaL for $25. What a great meal, loved the flavours and the steak was really good.

Kevin Lohr

17) Mejico Restaurant

Key Service	Best halloumi and beef tacos
Address	105 Pitt Street, Sydney 2000
Website	https://mejico.com.au/sydney
Phone	02 9230 0119
Email	sydney@mejico.com.au
Operating Hours	Monday to Saturday 12pm until late

This Mexican restaurant in Sydney’s CBD has the largest selection of tequila in the city and classic Mexican dishes with a modern twist, like Chipotle beer-glazed pork ribs or baked king trout tacos with thyme and fennel mayo. For dessert, there are margarita cheesecake bites and crunchy fried banana.

Key Differentiators:

• Creates modern Mexican cuisine
• Market-to-table menu
• Serves Australia’s largest tequila range

Customer’s Review:

We have been couple of times to this restaurant and has been a great experience. The small dishes are great and are good portions good for sharing especially halloumi and beef tacos. The cocktails are also great along with mains. The portions of mains are not very huge but good for one person. Overall it has great food & ambience. Highly recommend this place.

Aparna Goyal

18) Bad Hombres

Key Service	100% vegan tacos
Address	40 Reservoir St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
Website	https://www.badhombres.com.au/
Phone	+61 405 274 515
Operating Hours	Monday Closed Tuesday 5:30–9PM Wednesday 5:30–9PM Thursday 5:30–9PM Friday 5:30–9PM Saturday 5:30–9PM Sunday Closed

Bad Hombres isn’t only a vegan-friendly restaurant, it’s a 100% vegan establishment. Some of the shareable small plates include the king mushroom Peruvian ceviche or Nachos with cashew “cheese” and Pico de Gallo. If you’re looking for something more filling, try one of their mains like Shiitake and sunflower seed chilli, Lomo Saltado (Peruvian style stir fry), or a veggie bowl with seasonal vegetables. This spot is perfect not only for vegans but also anyone who wants to experience what different types of Mexican cuisine Sydney has to offer.

Key Differentiators:

• Great for sharing
• Healthy options
• Variety of tacos

Customer’s Review:

The food was absolutely fantastic and so was the service! I would highly recommend this place to anyone, vegan or not. The tacos were some of the best I’ve ever had. 10/10 would visit again.

Olivia D’S

19) Flying Fajita Sistas

Key Service	Authentic taco spices and flavours
Address	65 Glebe Point Road, Glebe Sydney, Australia 2037
Website	https://www.flyingfajitasistas.com.au/
Phone	(02) 9552 6522
Email	enquiries@flyingfajitasistas.com.au
Operating Hours	Monday Closed Tuesday 5–9PM Wednesday 5–9PM Thursday 5–9PM Friday 5–9PM Saturday 5–9PM Sunday Closed

At Flying Fajita Sistas in Glebe, we focus on fresh, seasonal produce combined with authentic Mexican spices and flavours. So if you’re looking for the best Mexican food in Sydney, this is the place to be. Our menu features all your favourite dishes like tamales, enchiladas, tacos and – of course – a whole bunch of fajitas with every type of filling imaginable: king prawns, mango and cheese sweet chipotle chicken and more.

Key Differentiators:

• Homestyle grub
• Focus on fresh, seasonal produce
• Wide variety of tacos

Customer’s Review:

Absolutely amazing food, wonderful service and an all-around great experience. I would highly recommend the pork tacos, they were absolutely delicious! 10/10 would visit again.

Sarah

20) SoCal Sydney

Key Service	Tacos, share plates and cocktails
Address	1 Young Street, Neutral Bay, 2089, Sydney
Website	https://socalsydney.com.au/
Email	info@socalsydney.com.au
Operating Hours	Monday to Thursday: 5pm – Late Friday to Sunday: 12pm – Late

SoCal, located in Neutral Bay, is the perfect place to get a taste of Golden State culture. The restaurant is packed with Southern Californian share-style Mexican street food that is heavily spiced with Latin American flavors. Dishes like the seared tuna tostadas, ocean trout ceviche or the Baja fish tacos are some of the best you will find in Sydney.

Key Differentiators:

• Fresh & modern Southern Californian ‘share-style’ street food
• Packed with Latin American spices
• Fresh food

Customer’s Review:

So much to love about this place. Staff are amazing. Attentive, there when you need them and always with just the perfect attitude. Vibe is spot on. Lots of energy but you can still hear each other talk. And best fish taco I have ever eaten. Can’t believe I hadn’t been here sooner.

Nicole Gardner

Tacos Sydney

If you’re looking for the best tacos Sydney, you’ll find them at these establishments. From Chipotle beer-glazed pork ribs to seared tuna tostadas, there’s something for everyone when it comes to tacos. So be sure to check out one – or all – of these spots the next time you’re in the mood for Mexican cuisine.

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