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Barracuda Taco Stand
Turkey and the Wolf
A playful option for inventive sandwiches & cocktails served in a quirky, colorful space.
Tacos del Cartel New Orleans
Taqueria 2 Brothers
Tia Maria's Kitchen
Barracuda Taco Stand
Neighborhood eatery spotlighting tacos & fresh margaritas in a rustic outdoor dining space.
Ruby Slipper CBD
Cheery cafe serving signature omelets, Southern brunch fare & cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere.
Salsa
The Rum House
Caribbean & Latin American bites including tacos served with tropical cocktails in a funky setting.
St. Roch Market
1875 market reborn as a cool food hall with stalls selling eats & drinks, plus some outdoor seating.
The Avenue Pub
Old-world bar with fireplaces, tin ceilings & a balcony serving up craft beers & creative pub grub.
Tacotastic Mexican Food Stand -
Nola Fueled Tacos
AGUASANTA
Taqueria la Fortaleza #2
Bodega New Orleans
PUPUSERIA LA MACARENA
Creative takes on pupusas, carne asada & other Pan-Latin eats in a colorful cash-only space.
Lagos Tacos Ebenezer
Espíritu
Breezy, bohemian-style hangout serving Mexican classics like tacos & tortas, plus mezcal & tequila.
The Will & The Way
Rollin Fatties
Food Truck Taquería Liliana
El churrasco chapin
Taqueria Mi Frida
Taco Daddy's
Suis Generis
This offbeat, arty eatery boasts eclectic decor & a constantly changing, seasonal New American menu.
La Catrina Mexican Cuisine
Taqueria la diva comida mexicana
Juan's Flying Burrito - LGD
Creole-tinged Tex-Mex in a funky taqueria space with local art & a bar.
Bayou Beer Garden
Quaint cottage-turned-sports-bar with a big beer list, pub fare, TVs, a front porch & back patio.
Taqueria Guerrero Inc
Original Mexican homestyle dishes served in a casual, colorful environment with off-beat decor.
Pacos Tacos (Metairie)
El Pavo Real
Cheerful, neighborhood restaurant featuring familiar Mexican eats & cocktails in a bright interior.
La Carreta
Fajitas, burritos & tacos round out the menu at this casual Mexican eatery with multiple locations.
Rosalita's Backyard Tacos
Funky eatery offering up tacos, nachos & margaritas, plus outdoor seating in the backyard.
Habana Outpost
Galaxie
El Cucuy
Loya's Mexican Restaurant
El Rincón mexicano
Los Agaves Mexican Restaurant
Juan's Flying Burrito - Oak Street
Lakeview Burgers and Seafood
Taqueria La Coyota
El Paso Mexican Grill On Magazine Street
Panchita de Veracruz Mexican Restaurant
Quaint, homey restaurant with sidewalk seats dishing up an array of traditional Mexican plates.
Alma Cafe
Trendy venue with contemporary Honduran cuisine for breakfast & lunch, plus coffee & aguas frescas.
Fajita Restaurant y pupuseria
El Gato Negro - Lakeview
Festive Mexican joint offering creative grub, jumbo margaritas & a quaint patio.
Felipe's Mexican Taqueria
Made-to-order Mexican food & Latin cocktails whipped up in a casual counter-serve eatery.
Fantasy Tacos
El Patron Mexican Grill & Cantina
The Velvet Cactus
Local chain serving Mexican-inspired dishes & cocktails in a funky, art-filled space.
Meril
A casual Emeril Lagasse spot serving area-sourced New American plates, plus cocktails & local beer.
Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant
Relaxed, island-tinged bar with seafood-heavy Cal-Mex eats plus an outdoor courtyard & late hours.
Zócalo
Taceaux Loceaux
Taqueria DF
Pig Out Nola Barbecue
Oceana Grill
Classic New Orleans fare including seafood in a laid-back space, plus courtyard & late-night dining.
Santa Fe
Family-friendly Southwestern eatery known for modern dishes, fresh margaritas & a garden porch.
El Gato Negro - French Market
Festive Mexican joint offering creative grub, jumbo margaritas & a quaint patio.
JusTini's
Felipe's Mexican Taqueria
Made-to-order Mexican food & Latin cocktails whipped up in a casual counter-serve eatery.
Juan's Flying Burrito - Mid-City
Sizable menu of made-to-order Tex-Mex fare & margaritas in a funky, bustling space.
Johnny Sánchez
Inventive Mexican eats & drinks in a chic, original venue with high ceilings & a tattoo-art wall.
Los Panchos Mexican Food Restaurant
Felipe's Mexican Taqueria
Made-to-order Mexican food & Latin cocktails whipped up in a casual counter-serve eatery.
El Rinconcito
Felix's Restaurant & Oyster Bar
Local seafood platters, fresh-shucked oysters & Creole staples in a casual barroom setting.
Taqueria Sanchez
Tacos & Beer
Superior Grill
Branch of an upbeat Mexican chain supplying a long menu of favorites, plus margaritas & live music.
Los Catrachos Restaurant
Drago's Seafood Restaurant - Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Modern, downtown hub of the Metairie original known for charbroiled oysters & other seafood.
ABOUT TACOS IN NEW ORLEANS
New Orleans, LA offers an incredible variety of taco restaurants, each bringing their own unique flavors and traditions to the table. Whether you're craving authentic street tacos, fusion cuisine, or traditional Mexican dishes, our directory helps you find the perfect spot.
The taco scene in New Orleans ranges from food trucks and casual eateries to upscale Mexican restaurants. Many establishments focus on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and traditional cooking methods passed down through generations.