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Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa

Name: Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa
Address: 1134 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19147
Telephone: (267) 470-1464
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

$30 and under

Mexican

1134 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Make a reservation

2 people

May 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Neighborhood gem
Gluten-free-friendly

Casa Mexico, led by the talented Chef Cristina Martinez, is more than just a restaurant; it's a culinary journey through Mexican traditions, filled with authentic flavors and modern touches. Our signature dish, the barbacoa tacos, has been praised by critics and diners alike, earning local recognition for its exquisite taste. Located on 9th St in South Philly, our guests can enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We offer two dining settings, indoor and outdoor, perfect for an intimate dinner or a family gathering. At Casa Mexico, every dish tells a story of culture and resilience, inviting everyone to experience the heart of Mexico in every bite.

🇲🇽 Casa Mexico, por Chef Cristina Martinez, ofrece un viaje por las tradiciones mexicanas. Reconocidos por nuestras recetas únicas, estamos ubicados en 9th St South Philly, con opciones de ambiente interior y exterior. Cada platillo narra una historia de cultura y resiliencia, invitándote a disfrutar el corazón de México en cada bocado.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Cristina Martinez

James Beard Award2024

From the OpenTable editors: James Beard Award winner Cristina Martinez recently combined her beloved taqueria South Philly Barbacoa with her larger restaurant Casa Mexico, so you have double the incentive to visit. Expect favorites like lamb barbacoa from a yellow cart outside and head indoors for a bigger feast of green mole with chicken, queso fundido with chorizo, and a host of margaritas.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(267) 470-1464
Website
https://casamexicophilly.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Casa Mexico, led by Chef Cristina Martinez, offers an authentic Mexican culinary experience for your private events. With a personalized menu featuring traditional flavors, we create unforgettable moments, whether at our cozy venue or a location of your choice.

Location
1134 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Award-winning
1. James Beard Award 2024
Neighborhood
South Philly
Parking details
None
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Entertainment, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

The Golden Handmade Tortilla
$500.00 per party
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
This class is for up to groups of 10! $500/per party and option to add a meal for $8/per person. Chef Cristina's tortilla classes are a hands-on experience that immerses people in one-on-one time with Chef Cristina Martinez to learn the culture, history, and cultivation of corn used in the restaurant. During the experience, the chef will demonstrate a technique rooted in Mexican culture that shows the grain process of tortillas. Attendants then will be allowed to make their tortillas using ancient traditional equipment with instructions from Chef Cristina. after the demonstration, there will be an open conversation segment where you can ask the Chef questions and enjoy tortillas.
The Golden Handmade Tortilla
$750.00 per party
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
This class is for groups of 11-20 people! $750/per party and option to add a meal for $8/per person. Chef Cristina's tortilla classes are a hands-on experience that immerses people in one-on-one time with Chef Cristina Martinez to learn the culture, history, and cultivation of corn used in the restaurant. During the experience, the chef will demonstrate a technique rooted in Mexican culture that shows the grain process of tortillas. Attendants then will be allowed to make their tortillas using ancient traditional equipment with instructions from Chef Cristina. After the demonstration, there will be an open conversation segment where you can ask the Chef questions and enjoy tortillas.

Private dining

Offers

The Golden Tortilla
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
This class is for groups of 20-50 people! $1,000/per party and option to add a meal for $8/per person. Please visit our website/call the restaurant to book. Chef Cristina's tortilla classes are a hands-on experience that immerses people in one-on-one time with Chef Cristina Martinez to learn the culture, history, and cultivation of corn used in the restaurant. During the experience, the chef will demonstrate a technique rooted in Mexican culture that shows the grain process of tortillas. Attendants then will be allowed to make their tortillas using ancient traditional equipment with instructions from Chef Cristina. after the demonstration, there will be an open conversation segment where you can ask the Chef questions and enjoy tortillas.
Chef Cristina at Home
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Chef Cristina comes to you!
Private Chef at your Event!
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Book Chef Cristina to cook at your next event! $1500

What 14 people are saying

Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Philadelphia County
Good for groups
Philadelphia
Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa delivers "phenomenal" dining with "amazing service," authentic Mexican flavors, and a welcoming atmosphere. Highlights include "incredible" mole and barbacoa, as well as gluten-free options. Chef Cristina Martínez's "kind" presence and interaction with guests enhance the experience, making it a must-visit for a "truly unforgettable" meal.

14 Reviews

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Maggie
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A true gem of a place. The best tacos you will ever have!!
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AmandaF
Philadelphia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Maybe not the sexiest place but definitely very hospitable. All servers greeted us and continuously came by to.make sure we had what we needed for our meal. Chef Christina comes out and converses w her customers. It's a nice environment and we'll definitely come back.
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William
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a thoroughly enjoyable dinner. The food was solid but the service was impeccable. After finding out it was my birthday, one of the three birthdays in the restaurant, they went above and beyond with a delicious piece of cake and an entertaining singing performance. It made for a really fun evening.
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Amelia VIP
Philadelphia1 review
1.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Very limited menu. Dirty place and bad service. Only item worthy was barbacoa. I won’t come back again.
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Mozart
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to eat, amazing service, and food was excellent.
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Kathryn
Philadelphia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great gluten free options! Delicious meal. Recommend the ceviche, esquites, and the mole and verdes enchiladas. The meat platter for two is also a great date night option if you like diy tacos.
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Ivy
Philadelphia10 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had such a great experience! We were a group of 10 and Casa Mexico was extremely accommodating. The food was so good and the staff was very kind.
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Marcy VIP
Philadelphia24 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very casual atmosphere. Waitress was very nice. This is a BYOB!! We ordered a couple of appetizers which came out quickly. Ordered peanut chicken and chicken mole. Both were nice portions and tasty. The mole sauce was fantastic. Each dish came with rice and beans which were nothing to write home about. We both thought the mole chicken was the best dish of the dinner.
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Erandy
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The experience at Casa Mexico was phenomenal! The atmosphere made us feel right at home. Staff was very friendly and helpful in answering our questions about the culture of the food. The food was delicious. We cannot wait to visit again!
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Maria
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I tried the moles, and they were absolutely incredible beyond delicious! They exceeded all my expectations. Plus, Chef Cristina Martínez was incredibly kind and made the experience unforgettable. Coming again very soon!
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FAQs

Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (267) 470-1464.

Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa is rated 4.5 stars by 14 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

May 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa

1134 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Additional information

Award-winning
1. James Beard Award 2024
Neighborhood
South Philly
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Entertainment, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Website
https://casamexicophilly.com/
Phone number
(267) 470-1464
Private party facilities
Casa Mexico, led by Chef Cristina Martinez, offers an authentic Mexican culinary experience for your private events. With a personalized menu featuring traditional flavors, we create unforgettable moments, whether at our cozy venue or a location of your choice.

Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Why they're an Icon

Additional information

The Golden Handmade Tortilla

The Golden Handmade Tortilla

Semi - Private Room

Catering - Full Space

Chef Cristina Martinez' Outside Catering

Custom inquiry

The Golden Tortilla

Chef Cristina at Home

Private Chef at your Event!

ENTRADAS - STARTERS

GUACAMOLE$12.00

ESQUITES$10.00

QUESADILLAS$15.00

ARROZ Y FRIJOLES$5.00

TACOS

3 TACOS FOR$13.00

BEBIDAS - DRINKS

AGUAS FRESCAS$4.00

CAFE DE OLLA$4.00

COKE CLASSIC$4.00

TOPO CHICO SPARKLING WATER$4.00

POSTRES - DESSERTS

TRES LECHES$7.00

FLAN$7.00

Chef Cristina' Special Cake$4.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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