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Tlaxcal Cantina & Taquería Gastronómica

Restaurant Mexican restaurant Taco restaurant Down home cooking restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Taco restaurants in Barcelona


Address

C/ del Comerç, 27, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain

Website

www.tlaxcal.com

Contact

+34 932 68 41 34

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (3.8K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 1 to 4 PM, 8 PM to 12 AM
  • Wednesday: 1 to 4 PM, 8 PM to 12 AM
  • Thursday: 1 to 4 PM, 8 PM to 12 AM
  • Friday: 1 to 4 PM, 8 PM to 12 AM
  • Saturday: 1 PM to 12 AM
  • Sunday: 1 PM to 12 AM
  • Monday: 1 to 4 PM, 8 PM to 12 AM

Featured Reviews


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  • 4/5 Fabian N. 2 years ago on Google
    Located just a few feet away from the Born Market you'll find this cozy restaurant. Great atmosphere and great service. Portions are fairly small at premium prices so I recommend having an entry. Something I particularly disliked was that the restaurant charged extra for tortillas- that didn't make sense after we had ordered so much food and drinks already
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jet_Set_Gypsea 7 months ago on Google
    Came here with my Mexican friend it’s one of his favourite Mexican restaurants in barcelona and it is was exceptional. Some of the best food in general I have eaten in bcn (I have lived here for 2 years). Brilliant service, busy until it closed and outrageously good food. Everything was brilliant but a special mention to the fish tacos and Tamarind margarita and especially the insanely good salsas Can’t wait to come back
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Juan Carlos P. 2 years ago on Google
    Really good Mexican food. One of the best authentic food I've tried in Barcelona. Service really helpful. The nachos were amazing and the tacos really tasty. The spicy options on the side is a great touch as you can control how spicy you want it. Something so simple but makes a big difference.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Girl on the M. 9 months ago on Google
    Great food that you can takeaway or dine in the restaurant or tables outside. The tacos were so good! Server was very friendly while taking our order, brought out beers for us to have outside while we waited for our food. It’s open until midnight, but if you want takeaway get there before 11:30 PM.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brandon K. 10 months ago on Google
    We saw Tlaxcal recommended on a YouTube channel of great places to check out in Barcelona. We are so grateful for stumbling on that recommendation. We had early afternoon reservations and found the interior to be breezy and comfortable. Our servers were attentive, gracious, and super chill, which made for a laid-back and enjoyable lunch. The cantina played American classic rock music in the background which was a big hit and even had a group of ladies two tables over singing along. In short, Tlaxcal passed the Vibe Test. We started our meal with fresh guacamole and crunchy chicharrón and an order of delicious, meaty, citrusy ceviche, which is one of my favorite Mexican delights and was, frankly, perfect. I had an ice cold beer on draft which paired well with the peaking temperature outside. My wife ordered the Alambres Tacos with Nopales and Mushrooms which were popping with color and flavor. I asked our server what he considered the “specialties” to be and he recommended the Cabeza or the Lengua tacos. I cannot turn down an opportunity for Lengua, so my mind was already made up. These were probably the best Lengua Tacos I have ever had. No hyperbole. Cooked to perfection, full of flavor, appropriately melt-in-your-mouth soft (not chewy) - these are a definite must try! My daughter had the Gringa Tacos, which have an unassuming name but were chock-full of barbecued beef chunks and a mix of melted Mexican cheeses. Luckily she is only 3 years old and can never finish a meal, so I got to steal one of these for myself. Listen, we had so many incredible meals on this trip to Barcelona, but this was absolutely some of the most delicious food we had. There is a reason there are thousands of reviews - Tlaxcal Cantina needs to be on everyone’s shortlist of places to go when in Barcelona - good vibe, great service, incredible food!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rebecca C. 1 year ago on Google
    Big menu, deeeelicious tacos, and killer desserts. It was recommended to me by a Mexican friend and I'd def go again. Perfect for sharing. Make sure you try the tongue!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Khaled A. 1 year ago on Google
    I loveee this place. They serve real authentic and super delicious Mexican food that you will never forget. All the dishes where phenomenal. The tacos are really good. The tortillas soup super warm and comforting and the cevich well balanced with super fresh fish. On top of all that this place is really affordable for the quality offered 👍🏻👍🏻
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ula C. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice place with great tacos and delicious salsas 🤤 I had fish tacos which were extremely good, fresh with a lot of ingredients. One of the best I had. We also had nachos - great as well. Would definitely recommend going there.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 S 2 years ago on Google
    Great place for all lovers of Mexican food. A large variety of tacos and other typical dishes. Furthermore, Clamatos beer. Not to forget the best nachos I had so far. The staff is friendly and quick, so all in all quite a nice place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yarden S. 10 months ago on Google
    My recent visit for lunch was an absolute delight! The set meal I ordered, which included beer, nachos, 3 tacos, and a brownie, left me shocked by its affordable price. Each item was delicious, from the loaded nachos to the flavorful tacos and the indulgent brownie. The service was impeccable, and the restaurant's ambiance was inviting. I highly recommend

  • 5/5 Manuel A. 2 years ago on Google
    Portions are small and food is very basic compared to Mexican typical food, but it was delicious. The staff is Mexican and somehow kind of nice but could be better. If you are not hungry is a safe bet, if you are hungry try to order more than 2 things.

  • 5/5 J. O. 3 months ago on Google New
    Step into Tlaxcal for an authentic taste of Mexico. Delicious dishes prepared with good ingredients. The menu offers plates from different parts of Mexico. The Enchiladas Verdes and Carnitas tacos were very good. Friendly service to top it all off.

  • 5/5 CCG G. 11 months ago on Google
    Very good Mexican food. The queso fundido and steak tacos were particularly great. The tamarind mezcal margarita was perfectly strong and tasted great. Love the salsas at each table! Great tasting and authentic. Friendly service. Nice ambiance.

  • 5/5 Matt D. 2 years ago on Google
    Hadn't been for a couple of years, but pleased to see standards are just as high. Great value menu del dia, huge portions, very tasty, friendly service. Recommended.

  • 5/5 Local R. 8 months ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing place! I went there on a recommendation from a friend I met here in Barcelona. The steak tacos were very tasty and the table sauces were exquisite. Get here early and place a reservation as this restaurant is sure to fill up fast!

  • 5/5 Chimene N. 8 months ago on Google
    Wowwwww. Yup, the food was so good! Started with some nachos that gave us a taste of what was to come. The pico de gallo was fresh and the corn tortilla was great. I had the Al pastor and it was so flavorful. Highly recommend you pair your tacos with a Guava margarita because why not?!

  • 4/5 Stefanos F. 8 months ago on Google
    It's a very good Mexican restaurant at a super central spot in Born. The appetizers' section on the menu is rich with many delicious options. When it comes to the tacos and the rest of the main dishes, the food quality is very decent and everything I tried tasted good. Recommended!

  • 5/5 Anthony M. 6 months ago on Google
    It's a very good Mexican restaurant at a super central spot in Born. The appetizers' section on the menu is rich with many delicious options. When it comes to the tacos and the rest of the main dishes, the food quality is very decent and everything I tried tasted good. Recommended!

  • 3/5 GG A. 2 years ago on Google
    I had high expectations visiting based on the reviews. We had a bit of everything, being 4 adults ordering and sharing. It's not like the food wasn't good but definitely not justifying the high rating. The meat was lacking some juiciness and flavor. The pollo main was not at all spicy. The lamb quite plain. The deserts stood out though. Left us satisfied. Big plus on the personnel: service was efficient, good and polite.

  • 4/5 Clara G. 1 year ago on Google
    The food is delicious. We ate too much! We were 2 pax and asked nachos, quesadillas, tacos el pastor and the other I can’t remember but everything was great. We eat also a Carlota as dessert. Really nice. The only “bad” think is the 10%. Plus on price if you eat on the terrace. Not everybody is comfortable to eat with so many people inside after covid.

  • 5/5 Felix M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great taco menu. We really enjoyed the lunch menu which has a very fair pricing. The guacamole was very tasty and the personal was super friendly. I would recommend to do a reservation because the restaurant gets full very quick. Will definitely come back.

  • 5/5 Minna T. 1 year ago on Google
    We were so satisfied with our first experience here, we had to come again. We ordered a 1/2 order of nachos, chicken flautas, and chicken tacos and were equally impressed with all three dishes. Muy deliciosa!! We arrived shortly after opening, and were able to get the last free table - so I would definitely call to reserve a table. Music was nice. Service was quick and friendly. Happy we discovered this place on our holiday.

  • 5/5 Jordan R. 1 year ago on Google
    The Place for Anyone Needing a Glimpse Into Taco Heaven 🌮 My wife and I stopped in for a meal after a long day out exploring Barcelona. We couldn't have been happier with the choice. Here's what we loved: 🌮 The ambiance was warm and inviting even with the pleasant chill in the air from the AC. 🌮 The nachos were decent sized and delicious. 🌮 The tacos were some of the best tacos I've had, hands down. 🌮 The servers and host were kind and helpful even though we don't speak a word of Spanish. We left full, but hoping to return as soon as possible.

  • 5/5 Andrés G. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic place! Even though appetizers and desserts are only plain good, the tacos are amazing! Do try the barbacoa and suadero tacos.

  • 5/5 Qgoir 1 year ago on Google
    My Mexican friend recommended their lengua tacos to me, and it is indeed the best lengua taco I’ve ever had in Europe! Also ordered al paster and I can’t believe I finished them all! Wonderful taco experience, would definitely come again when visiting Barcelona:) waiters are kinda chill and nice which is a plus

  • 5/5 Joey W. 2 years ago on Google
    Very good food! We shared some nachos which are more than enough for two or three people and had some tacos after. Everything was delicious and the freshly made juices and drinks were a good match with the food.

  • 3/5 Eldora C. 1 year ago on Google
    Definitely one of the best taco joints in the city! I love how generous the menu is - we tried the fish tacos and the “lengua” (cow tongue), both had very distinct flavours and when you add the variety of salsas and toppings that come on the side, you really get to make the taco to your perfection and enjoy it the way you want. But (there’s always a but!), the tortilla itself wasn’t so good, it’s definitely store bought which is a shame because you can taste it’s quality isn’t good compared to fresh-corn tortilla…


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery

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