Tijuana's Manly — Restaurant in Sydney

I made a reservation at Tijuanas for 8:15pm last Saturday. Upon arrival, my Partner, I and our Friends were seated, only to be later informed by Nick the Owner, that the two men on our table wouldn’t be served alcohol. This incident left us feeling discriminated against and disappointed.

I took the opportunity to speak with Nick privately to understand the reasoning behind this decision. To my dismay, he claimed that our friend, wearing the white shirt, appeared intoxicated, despite only having only consumed having two beverages at Donny’s bar beforehand. Nick advised that “alcohol impacts everyone differently”. Due to his husky voice, being a medical condition, it became evident that our friend was being unjustly discriminated against based on assumptions rather than factual evidence.

Discrimination of any kind is completely unacceptable, and it is disheartening to witness such behavior in today's world. We fully comprehend the importance of responsible alcohol service, however we firmly believe that discriminatory behavior should never be tolerated.

In a respectful manner, we expressed our disappointment to Nick and informed him that we would not be dining at Tijuanas. We subsequently found another restaurant where we were welcomed and treated with the respect and fairness we deserve.

It is my hope that Tijuanas addresses this issue promptly and takes steps to ensure that no guest experiences discrimination in the future. Discriminatory practices have no place in any establishment, and it is crucial for businesses to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for all patrons.

I rarely write negative Google reviews as I firmly believe in supporting small businesses, however, the discrimination we experienced at Tijuanas was so significant that I feel compelled to share this review. It is crucial for establishments to be aware of and address such issues to ensure a fair and inclusive environment for...

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What an Amazing Find!

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The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Service was friendly and laid-back, yet impressively polite and professional. The menu is thoughtfully curated, offering just the right number of options to feel exciting without being overwhelming.

The dishes we tried reflected a beautifully executed blend of authentic Mexican flavours with a refined, modern dining approach. The standout for me was the slow-cooked beef tacos. From the first bite, I was hit with that incredible smoky flavour of seared, fatty beef—rich, aromatic, and satisfying. The texture was spot on: tender, but not mushy or stringy. And then came those layers of bold, complex Mexican flavours, perfectly balanced with a spicy kick that brought it all together.

Yes, it’s a little pricier than your average, generic Mexican spot—but given the quality of the ingredients and the clear culinary expertise behind each dish, the value is absolutely there. It’s well worth it.

I can’t wait to go back and explore more of the menu—and to pick out another mezcal from their...