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La Carmela, Petrie Terrace, AU-QLD

La Carmela

4.6
4.6
130 Reviews
$40 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
La Carmela provides an authentic Mexican culinary experience with an extravagant menu and cocktail list available across three bars – the main bar, beer garden and function room. The venue perfectly encapsulates Mexico’s cuisine and is one of few restaurants to serve traditional Birria Tacos with slow cooked marinated beef filling, queso fresco and consommé. Located in the heart of Caxton Street amongst Brisbane’s nightlife district, La Carmela hosts entertainment and special events. We welcome you to join us and let the Fiesta begin!


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    0450 525 917
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 130 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Brisbane

    Best Value

  • Brisbane

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Brisbane

    Lively

  • Inner Suburbs

    Best Ambience

  • Inner Suburbs

    Best Value

  • Inner Suburbs

    Child-friendly

  • Inner Suburbs

    Good for groups

  • Inner Suburbs

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner Suburbs

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Carmela offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food" and "awesome service". Known for its lively atmosphere and friendly staff, it's a favorite for game day dining with efficient service even during busy times. Guests rave about the "authentic Mexican flavors" and "amazing margaritas". Perfect for families and groups!

130 Reviews
  1. Arden

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La carmela is one of the best restaurants i have ever eaten at. The staff is lovely and very welcoming. the owner is so nice and he cares about his customers. food was absolutely superb and some of my favourite food i’ve tasted.

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  2. Hayley

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our second time at this restaurant both times on game day. The food and drinks have been delicious both times and just the right quantity. Keen to go back to try their non game day menu

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  3. Asha

    Tropical QLD

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was awesome, very friendly staff. Pretty great food, and cool music Only down side is the $50 jugs

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  4. Daniela

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was great, and the food was delicious, highly recommended.

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  5. Annie

    Brisbane

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Well-priced meals from an extensive menu. The staff are friendly and attentive, and know their menu well when discussing allergens. Curbside dining is available if you like people watching. This place would probably be really busy if there was an event on at the nearby stadium.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Sunshine Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Terrific and friendly staff. Food was amazing and I felt so welcome.

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  7. Rosalie

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious & flavourful. Enjoyed prawn ceviche as I’m a seafood lover. First time eating there with my husband and daughter and it won’t be the last.

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  8. keegan

    New South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service and the food was just as good! Definitely coming back

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  9. Brooke

    Sunshine Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great and the food was absolutely to die for ! My partner and I could’ve eaten our meal all over again, definitely will be back when we’re in Brisbane next !

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  10. Claudia

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been to a few Mexican restaurants in Brisbane and I can say La Carmela is one of the best. Delicious food, nice cocktails, affordable prices and great service.

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FAQs

La Carmela is rated 4.6 stars by 130 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for La Carmela

25 Caxton St, Petrie Terrace, AU-QLD 4000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Brisbane CBD
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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