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Mexican Restaurants You Must Try in Melbourne

Mexican Restaurants You Must Try in Melbourne

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The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from every review we track
15 spotsUpdated May 2026
The Lowdown · Curator's note

MAMASITA's brisket tacos to La Tortilleria's handmade tortillas, plus CDMX's authentic al pastor and Repeat Offender's all-gluten-free Baja fish tacos.

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The 15 · Ranked

RANKED · AUGUST 2026
02
of 15
4.4
MexicanMelbourne
Editor's note

Collins Street's buzzy Mexican institution — dim-lit, chilli marg in hand, grilled corn that changes lives.

04
of 15
4.6
MexicanCollingwood
Editor's note

Collingwood's cantina institution where the margaritas are legendary and the tacos are genuinely authentic.

05
of 15
Verified by venue4.3
MexicanSt Kilda
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St Kilda's Mexican institution — margaritas that set the mood, hand-rolled tacos, and a courtyard fireplace year-round.

06
of 15
TRIPPY TACO4.5
MexicanFitzroy
Editor's note

Fitzroy's beloved all-veg Mexican — tofu asada burritos, margaritas, and a wall of hot sauce.

07
of 15
4.1
MexicanMelbourne
Editor's note

Lively Flinders Lane Mexican with bold tacos and cocktails, just bring patience for peak-hour waits.

08
of 15
4.2
MexicanKensington
Editor's note

Kensington's most authentic Mexican, where the birria tacos and horchata have earned a devoted following.

09
of 15
STREET TASTE4.8
MexicanPreston
Editor's note

Preston's Mexican cantina famous for birria tacos, quesabirria, and generous rib sandwiches.

10
of 15
4.5
MexicanFitzroy
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Fitzroy's beloved hole-in-the-wall taco bar with birria tacos, jalapeño margaritas and serious Latin soul

13
of 15
4.6
MexicanBrunswick East
Editor's note

Brunswick East's beloved taqueria where birria tacos and spicy margs draw loyal regulars every Taco Tuesday.

14
of 15
4.6
MexicanYarraville
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Yarraville's beloved Mexican with yard dining, massive burritos, and homemade hot sauces that keep locals coming back.

15
of 15
4.6
MexicanElwood
Editor's note

Elwood's fully gluten-free neighbourhood gem — taco nights, banquet menus, and spicy margs for the Bayside crowd.

The Curator
The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from every review we track

The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from every review we track.

Mexican Restaurants You Must Try in Melbourne · The Curator