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Handcrafted Jaguar Alebrijes from Oaxaca, Mexico. - Tacos del Cartel - New Orleans, New Orleans, LA

Tacos del Cartel - New Orleans

4.6
4.6
332 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican
1010 Girod St, New Orleans, LA 70113

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
At Tacos del Cartel, tacos, brunch, lunch and dinner are an art form. The menu is a culinary love letter, a symphony of flavors that dance on the taste buds. The culinary rebels in the kitchen experiment with traditional Mexican recipes, infusing them with the boldness of cultures.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Tue, Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Atzin Santos
  • Neighborhood
    Central Business District
  • Cross street
    O'Keefe & Girod
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 332 people are saying

Tacos del Cartel - New Orleans 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tacos del Cartel in New Orleans offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food and drinks," and a "fun and energetic atmosphere." The restaurant is praised for its "beautiful decor" and "creative food presentations." While some service issues were noted, the overall experience remains highly recommended for "celebratory events" and memorable dining.

332 Reviews
  1. Tyler VIP

    New Orleans4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently had the pleasure of visiting Tacos del Cartel for brunch, and it was an unforgettable experience! The moment I stepped inside, I was greeted by the vibrant, colorful decor that created a fun and lively atmosphere. The staff was super friendly and attentive, making the whole experience feel welcoming and relaxed. The chorizo tacos were amazing! I truly enjoyed every moment.

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  2. Keene VIP

    New Orleans66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for Sunday breakfast. Fantastic! Jasmine was great, and the food was perfect. Highly recommended.

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  3. Elizabeth VIP

    New York City78 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fun night out with great food. A bit of a scene but fun.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very fun restaurant! Atmosphere was amazing. Food was delicious! Chipo was our waitress, and she was great! Highly recommend. Will definitely be back!

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  5. Kevin VIP

    New Orleans3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place, excellent service, food and atmosphere. One to remember and one to suggest to others.

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  6. BrianD

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent!! Food, Drinks, service, and atmosphere were amazing. Looking forward to visiting the Baton Rouge location when it opens. Lilly was awesome!

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  7. VanM

    New Orleans2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food excellent….priced high…. Service not as high as price….”literally appetizer and main dish served at the same time…not easy to get a parking spot

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful experience! Delightful to see others getting excited for tables near them receiving their meals. It’s an entire experience!!! Went for brunch, looking forward to returning for dinner. Impeccable service & food!!!! Definitely worth the visit!!!! Also 100% instagramable worthy!

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  9. Adam

    New Orleans4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time frequenting the establishment and we absolutely love it. The food is wonderfully prepared and sooo much flavor. Service is outstanding and the ambience is great!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Baton Rouge1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter wasn’t my favorite but the manager compensated and he was awesome.

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FAQs

Tacos del Cartel - New Orleans offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 354-9038.

Tacos del Cartel - New Orleans is rated 4.6 stars by 332 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. New Orleans / Louisiana
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  5. Central Business District

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
Google Map for Tacos del Cartel - New Orleans

1010 Girod St, New Orleans, LA 70113

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    O'Keefe & Girod
  • Neighborhood
    Central Business District
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Tue, Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Atzin Santos
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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