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La Popular Taqueria

226 St Vincent St, Port Adelaide SA 5015, Australia

Recommended by 45 people

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Find La Popular Taqueria

226 St Vincent St, Port Adelaide SA 5015, Australia

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+61 466 105 004
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About La Popular Taqueria

Corn milled on-site turns into soft, warm tortillas right in front of you at this Port Adelaide taqueria. Expat diners describe it as a direct link back to Mexico City, swapping out Tex-Mex cliches for slow-braised cochinita pibil, charred carne asada, and tender cachete de res. Choose the 'Feed Me' spread to skip the menu math, pairing spicy margaritas and mezcal with bowls of tortilla soup before capping the night with a slice of rich caramel flan.

  • Scratch-Milled Tortillas: Corn is milled on premises and pressed into soft tortillas right behind the counter.
  • Curated 'Feed Me' Spread: A multi-course tasting format serving tacos, braises, and sides without menu guesswork.
  • Regional Mexican Flavours: Traditional recipes showcase slow-cooked beef cheek, cochinita pibil, and balanced house margaritas.
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Why Dine at La Popular Taqueria

Why diners choose La Popular Taqueria for authentic scratch-made Mexican dining in Port Adelaide

  • In-House Milled Corn Tortillas

    Masa is freshly milled and pressed on-site in clear view of diners, producing exceptionally soft, fragrant tortillas and authentic corn chips that elevate every taco.

    Everything is made fresh and from scratch — even the tortillas. And trust me: you will never have a tastier, softer, more delicious tortilla on this side of the world.

    K G

  • Traditional Slow-Cooked Meats

    From citrus-marinated carne asada to rich cochinita pibil and tender braised cachete de res, every cut is prepared with deep regional Mexican seasonings.

    The carne asada tacos were absolutely incredible! Packed with flavor, perfectly cooked, juicy and so delicious!

    Joelle Hasna

  • Nostalgic Taste of Home

    For diners who grew up with or traveled through Mexico, the scents of toasted corn and balanced salsas provide instant nostalgic comfort.

    As soon as i stepped through the door, the music, the ambience and the smell teleported me straight back to my time in Mexico :)!

    Thao Minh Ta

  • Heartfelt Family Hospitality

    A warm, intimate room run with visible pride and heart ensures visitors feel personally cared for from the moment they step through the door.

    As soon as you step in the door you are swept up in love and passion of the beautiful host along with her family.

    MERRILEE SANDER

  • Effortless Multi-Course 'Feed Me' Discovery

    The curated 'Feed Me' chef's selection eliminates menu indecision, serving a generous sequence of tacos, sides, and house specialties designed for effortless tasting.

    Not knowing what to order, we followed the advice of our friendly and knowledgeable server and went with the Feed Me menu—an excellent choice. It allowed us to experience a wide variety of dishes

    Sonia Boehm

  • Vibrant, Transportive Dining Atmosphere

    Vibrant decor, Latin rhythms, balanced freshly shaken margaritas, and shared platters create an immersive backdrop for dates and special evenings out.

    the atmosphere was kind, lighthearted and cosy with even a little Marc Anthony playing in the background

    Aaliyah Z

Signature house-milled tacos and curated dining formats loved by diners

  • Feed Me Menu

    Not knowing what to order, we followed the advice of our friendly and knowledgeable server and went with the Feed Me menu—an excellent choice.

    Sonia Boehm

  • Carne Asada Tacos

    The carne asada tacos were absolutely incredible! Packed with flavor, perfectly cooked, juicy and so delicious!

    Joelle Hasna

  • Cochinita Pibil Tacos

    My partner’s favourite was the Cochinita since it had a nice little kick to it.

    Thao Minh Ta

  • Fish Tacos

    I had two tacos (fish and pulled pork) which I enjoyed both (though I really liked fish taco)

    M James

Other favorites

Complement your meal with handcrafted drinks, traditional starters, and desserts

  • Margaritas

    And the margaritas - not too sweet. Perfection.

    Leah Churchill Brown

  • Caramel Flan

    A special mention for the caramel flan—an absolute must-try.

    Sonia Boehm

  • Tortilla Soup

    Don’t forget to try the Tortilla Soup!!

    Sophia Salerno

  • Michelada

    Finally I got a proper michelada in town.

    Bo Saldaña

Beyond the menu

Distinctive operational touches that elevate the dining experience at La Popular Taqueria

  • Open-Kitchen Corn Milling and Pressing

    Corn for tortillas and totopos is freshly milled and pressed on-site in direct view of diners seated across the bench.

  • 'Feed Me' Chef-Curated Tasting Menu

    Guests can surrender menu decisions to the kitchen with the curated 'Feed Me' multi-course tasting experience.

  • Customized Spice Level and Menu Guidance

    Staff actively tailor table selections by explaining flavor notes and guiding heat preferences to match individual palates.

  • Attentive Dietary Customization

    The kitchen accommodates dietary requirements during multi-course group tastings without compromising the authenticity of the dishes.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on reservations, ordering, and expectations for your visit.

  • Book in Advance

    The venue is intimate and fills up quickly, so reserve your table ahead of time to avoid missing out on peak dining slots.

  • Choose the Feed Me Menu

    If you want to sample a broad range of dishes without decision fatigue, opt for the multi-course 'Feed Me' / 'Let Us Feed You' tasting menu.

  • Expect Traditional Fare

    The kitchen prepares traditional Mexican dishes rather than Tex-Mex fare, so expect fresh house-milled corn tortillas rather than burritos or nachos.

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