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La Carmela, Petrie Terrace, AU-QLD

La Carmela

4.7
4.7
146 Reviews
$40 and under
Mexican

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
La Carmela provides an authentic Mexican culinary experience with an extravagant menu and cocktail list available across three bars – the main bar, beer garden and function room. The venue perfectly encapsulates Mexico’s cuisine and is one of few restaurants to serve traditional Birria Tacos with slow cooked marinated beef filling, queso fresco and consommé. Located in the heart of Caxton Street amongst Brisbane’s nightlife district, La Carmela hosts entertainment and special events. We welcome you to join us and let the Fiesta begin!

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What 146 people are saying

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Inner Suburbs

    Kid-friendly

  • Inner Suburbs

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Inner Suburbs

    Good for groups

  • Inner Suburbs

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner Suburbs

    Healthy

  • Inner Suburbs

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Carmela delights with "delicious food" and "excellent service," offering a vibrant atmosphere perfect for gatherings. Regulars praise the "amazing Mexican food" and quick service, especially during busy event nights. While some note noise levels and menu limitations on game days, overall, it's a "hidden gem" worth revisiting.
146 Reviews
  1. Peter

    Brisbane3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely ambience and good food. Friendly service, will be back

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  2. PeterV

    Brisbane3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Another super meal here. Loved the menu and service

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  3. Angie

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, good prices and excellent service.

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  4. Alexandra

    Brisbane1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was really nice and the staff were friendly but the music was way too loud. I had to yell to talk to the person across from me

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  5. lucy

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    amazing! i love this restaurant everyone was super helpful and nice. our food was delicious and everything came out quickly. love jt

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  6. Luke

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing team at La Carmela, fast service and excellent table work, always a great time

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  7. Nina

    Brisbane1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    La Carmela was a vibrant venue to catch up with my cousin. Our meals were delicious and the service was excellent!

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  8. Alessia

    Brisbane2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time there and thoroughly enjoyed - we’ll definitely be back!

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  9. Panagiota

    WA1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fantastic 👌😋🌮🇲🇽🌯 The service, the staff and the food as well as the margarita 👍

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  10. Wynsome

    Sunshine Coast4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an absolute hidden gem of a restaurant. No wonder it’s very popular. The BEST Mexican food I’ve had in a very long time. We will be back next time we visit Brisbane. Food was amazing and the service was great.

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La Carmela is rated 4.7 stars by 146 OpenTable diners.

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25 Caxton St, Petrie Terrace, AU-QLD 4000

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Brisbane CBD
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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