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Sugar Skulls, Flemington, AU-VIC

Sugar Skulls

4.6
4.6
24 Reviews
$40 and under
Mexican
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Innovative
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Sugar Skulls, on the corner of Kent Street and Mount Alexander Road in Flemington (Tram #59), is a modern neighbourhood taqueria. As well as fresh, Californian-inspired tacos, Sugar Skulls serves craft beers on tap, a selection of tequila and a small range of mixed tequila drinks.

Come and smash some tacos and margaritas in Sugar Skulls' cosy, crisp and relaxed dining space.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Tue 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Wed 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Thu 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Website
    http://www.sugarskullstacos.com.au/
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    185 Mount Alexander Road, Flemington, AU-VIC 3031
  • Neighborhood
    Flemington
  • Cross street
    Kent Street
  • Parking details
    There is street parking, however, we would much prefer you to walk, ride a bike or take one of the other public transport options.
  • Public transit
    Located on the 59 Tram Line<br />A short walk from Flemington Bridge & Newmarket Stations
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 24 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6
4.6 based on all time ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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24 Reviews

  1. BattleArmourGrogan

    Exclusive

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently fresh and tasty menu that is updated regularly and coupled with a solid range of beers, wines and Mexican cocktails. Service is fast and never overbearing. Ambiance is perfect for after work dining and catching up with friends. Highly recommended, and it pays to book ahead on Friday nights.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2017

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice food and good service.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 1, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really fresh and tasty tacos - particularly enjoyed the cauliflower. Great selection of tequila's. Friendly knowledgeable staff. Only suggestion would be to liven up the decor a little!

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  4. MarcellaZ

    Victoria

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Live locally and have been wanting to try, was not disappointed. Lamb taco YUM!! Cauliflower taco AWESOME!!! Margarita perfect for Saturday night catch up with mates

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  5. LeeH

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fourth or fifth visit. Pleased to find subtle changes to keep it interesting. Enthusiastic people serving an innovative take on Mexican food. Keep the tequila coming

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  6. Asgard

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 29, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly and attentive service, fresh tasty & modern take on Mexican tacos & tostadas, & they do a very nice Margarita as well. Happy atmosphere, intimate & lively.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2017

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    My boyfriend and I were so excited to try Sugar Skulls as we watched it come alive during the building process. It looks soooo good. Unfortunately our expectations were largely unmet. Initially it was so hot entering as there is no air conditioner, only a big fan. Beer on tap - one of the main reasons we were looking forward to dining here - was not in action due to a maintenance issue & when asked about it we were told the they weren't sure when it would be fixed... :( The food was, to be blunt, terrible. It was like a really strange Asian fusion of sweet pickled style carrots and papaya etc with a slight Mexican twist , being the corn tortillas and the cumin spiced pork. The chicken taco was inedible with an odd "fishy" tasting mayo. And WHERE WAS THE CHILLI!?!?! No chili except for a few pieces of garnishy jalapeño. The tortillas were cold which gave them an uncomfortable texture in the mouth. Pico de gallo was very average, tasting mostly of cilantro & desperately needed SALT. We really wanted to have a great experience here as it is local and a niche concept for the area, but unfortunately we won't be returning. They need to seriously think about their food. Choose one idea and stick to it. Simply put - serve better Mexican style flavours or fusion flavours that work better together and have a more ​appealing beer on tap/list. And CHILLI CHILLI CHILLI!!! Warren was such a lovely guy (we assume the owner) I really hope this feedback is constructive for the better of his business which has huge potential. He is probably the only redeeming quality of the place at this point for us.

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  8. LizzyC

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great local gem with a great atmposphere. Great tasty food with a good drinks menu. Highly recommend.

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  9. Kate83

    Melbourne

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2017

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and drink. Had a yummy cocktail and enjoyed all the food. Loved the fit out of the restaurant. Waiter was very good, friendly and helpful. Didn't rush us with ordering. Only criticism would be that there is no aircon! We dined on a 30 plus degree day and it was a sweat box! Would have stayed longer and had a few more drinks if it was cooler inside.

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  10. DamianL

    Melbourne

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Ambience suffered as it was a quiet lunch but service was excellent and super patient. Food was great.

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Sugar Skulls is rated 4.6 stars by 24 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Sugar Skulls

185 Mount Alexander Road, Flemington, AU-VIC 3031

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Kent Street
  • Neighborhood
    Flemington
  • Hours of operation
    Tue 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Wed 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Thu 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is street parking, however, we would much prefer you to walk, ride a bike or take one of the other public transport options.
  • Public transit
    Located on the 59 Tram LineA short walk from Flemington Bridge & Newmarket Stations
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
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