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La Carmela, Petrie Terrace, AU-QLD

La Carmela

4.7
4.7
144 Reviews
$A40 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:30 p.m.
  • 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!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $A40 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 144 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Inner Suburbs

    Child-friendly

  • Inner Suburbs

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Inner Suburbs

    Good for groups

  • Inner Suburbs

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner Suburbs

    Healthy

  • Inner Suburbs

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Carmela delights with "amazing food" and quick, friendly service, making it a favorite for events at Suncorp Stadium. Patrons enjoy authentic Mexican flavors with standout dishes like Birria Tacos and delicious margaritas. Though busy times may limit the menu, the vibrant atmosphere and "great value for money" ensure a memorable dining experience.

144 Reviews
  1. Angie

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, good prices and excellent service.

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  2. Alexandra

    Brisbane1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was really nice and the staff were friendly but the music was way too loud. I had to yell to talk to the person across from me

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  3. lucy

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    amazing! i love this restaurant everyone was super helpful and nice. our food was delicious and everything came out quickly. love jt

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  4. Luke

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing team at La Carmela, fast service and excellent table work, always a great time

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  5. Nina

    Brisbane1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    La Carmela was a vibrant venue to catch up with my cousin. Our meals were delicious and the service was excellent!

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  6. Alessia

    Brisbane2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time there and thoroughly enjoyed - we’ll definitely be back!

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  7. Panagiota

    WA1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fantastic 👌😋🌮🇲🇽🌯 The service, the staff and the food as well as the margarita 👍

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  8. Wynsome

    Sunshine Coast4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an absolute hidden gem of a restaurant. No wonder it’s very popular. The BEST Mexican food I’ve had in a very long time. We will be back next time we visit Brisbane. Food was amazing and the service was great.

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  9. RobertM

    Sydney2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing, especially the tacos. We ordered through the QR code but the service was great in bringing our order

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  10. Maddi

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff were friendly and accomodating to let my friends and I swap tables. Food and drinks were of good quality and came out quick.

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FAQs

La Carmela is rated 4.7 stars by 144 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:30 p.m.
Google Map for La Carmela

25 Caxton St, Petrie Terrace, AU-QLD 4000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Brisbane CBD
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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