New Orleans isn't traditionally known for Mexican food, but the Honduran community and creative chefs have built a growing scene. Expect unique influences you won't find elsewhere.
NOLA Favorites
Juan's Flying Burrito
$$ • Multiple Locations
Creole-Mexican fusion. BBQ shrimp tacos are very NOLA.
Taqueria Corona
$ • Magazine Street
No-frills taqueria with legitimate street tacos.
Barracuda
$$ • Lower Garden District
Seafood tacos and cocktails. Great patio.
Authentic Mexican
Casa Borrega
$$ • Central City
Regional Mexican with authentic moles.
La Cocinita
$$ • Magazine Street
Venezuelan-Mexican flavors. Arepas and tacos.
Taceaux Loceaux
$ • Various Locations
Food truck with punny name. Solid late-night option.
Central American Fusion
Pupuseria Macarena
$ • Kenner
Salvadoran pupusas and tacos. Worth the drive.
La Chinita Linda
$ • Freret Street
Vietnamese-Mexican fusion. Banh mi tacos unique.
Tacos del Cartel
$$ • Carrollton
Creative tacos with local influences.
Pro Tip: NOLA's culinary creativity extends to Mexican—expect weird, wonderful, only-in-New Orleans creations.