Mama Taco — Restaurant in Brisbane City

It's a 5 out of 5 from me, for everything...here's why. When people ask me out to Mexican restaurants in Australia I'm often reluctant. I lived in LA for 3 yrs and had the best authentic Mexican food (dining out and made by my Mexican friends) and so it's very hard to enjoy anything less than the real deal.

When I tell you this place was an incredible shock to me. It is by far the BEST MEXICAN FOOD I've had IN AUSTRALIA and better even than some places in LA.

THE FLAVOURS are outstanding.

Love loved the "off-menu" Cheese Empanada - the touch of truffle oil makes this one of the tastiest things I've ever eaten. The prawn tacos are the best I've ever had! The chicken Tamala - yummm! The drinks and tequila and mescal selection is really good. Omg and the dessert some creamy thing I can't remember with toffee shard on top - to die for!

Teddy who served / hosted us does his thing with excellence and he made the suggestions for our food and drinks - some of the best service I've had in the world. I can't remember the bar tenders name (started with an M) and her cocktails were all amazing, ans she knows so much about Mescal! Get her to tell you about Mescal. Because Mescal is not anywhere near its level of notarity in Australia as it should be.

The atmosphere is authentic Mexican chill vibes, nothing too fancy, which I loved.

Please people keep this up! You've got an amazing thing going with this gem of a restaurant...I'll be telling everyone I know and every tourist to come check out this place - however and whenever I can.

This was one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long long time. MUCHO GRACIAS AMIGOS!

I wish I'd...

The dining experience at this restaurant offers a unique Mexican theme concept, backed by good customer service and well-presented dishes. However, there were some elements that could be improved to better align with the restaurant's pricing.

The culinary journey started on a high note with their tostadas served with guacamole, fresh cheese, Pico de gallo, and salsa roja as sides. The vibrant flavours set the scene for an exciting dining experience. However, the special empanada that followed fell below expectations. Although beautifully presented, the $25 price tag did not match the portion size, as the filling was scant, making it feel more like a pricy pastry than a filling entrée.

The main course included tacos that, although flavourful, were on the smaller side and a bit too oily for our liking. The pork tacos were a highlight with their rich taste, but the prawn tacos struggled to deliver the expected prawn flavour amidst the other ingredients.

Seating arrangements were primarily stool-based, which, despite enhancing the informal atmosphere, might not be the most comfortable choice for the duration of the meal. We appreciated the professionalism of the service staff but felt interrupted when we were gently reminded about the limited seating time.

There's potential for a great dining experience here, but there needs to be better harmony between the ambience, food quality, portion sizes, and pricing. Compared to other local establishments like Pepe's or Montezuma's, this restaurant has some catching up to deliver a balanced experience that...

My recent dining experience was by far the worst I've had in a long time. I made a reservation for a table for three adults and one baby at 8 pm. Upon arrival, they didn't have a table ready for us.

Initially asked to wait for 10 minutes, we ended up waiting for 15 before being offered a spot that barely accommodated two people. We had to request to be moved elsewhere. Once at the new table, the waiter inquired about our preference for tap or sparkling water. Unfortunately, despite multiple requests, the water didn't arrive until after 45 minutes and three reminders.

Although the waiter was exceptionally kind and even went out of his way to bring milk for our baby, the service was lacking. We placed our order after prompting the waiter. Strangely, they repeatedly asked if everything was fine, despite having no food on the table.

At 9.05 pm, 40 min after ordering, we had to inquire about our food again, only to be told it would take 5 more minutes. Some dishes arrived at 9.17, while one was delayed until 9.25—a burrito bowl we specifically requested to be non-spicy, yet it arrived spicy.

Disappointed by the entire ordeal and expecting some compensation due to the horrible experience and substantial delays, we received only a 10% discount, which didn't even cover the cost of one of our drinks. Previously, our visits here were enjoyable, largely due to the attentive staff. However, I would caution against visiting on busy nights as it's evident they struggle to manage...