Restaurant
Mex Cartel
Shop 2/1840 Gold Coast Hwy, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220, Australia
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Shop 2/1840 Gold Coast Hwy, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220, Australia
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Mex Cartel delivers oversized tacos, balanced cocktails, and generous share platters in Burleigh at prices rarely found along the coast. Patrons consistently flag the outsized portions—from massive prawn tacos to share trays of nachos buried in juicy pulled pork that routinely yield takeaway boxes. The bar pours fifteen-dollar margaritas in strawberry or coconut, paired alongside char-grilled corn blanketed in cheese and tender calamari spooned with sweet chilli jam.
- Oversized Portions: Tacos arrive noticeably large, alongside hefty pulled pork nacho platters sized to provide takeaway leftovers.
- Coast-Friendly Pricing: Craft cocktails at fifteen dollars and approachable taco pricing keep group drinks and dinner accessible on the coast.
What's On at Mex Cartel
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Mex Cartel
Discover generous portions, fresh coastal Mexican fare, and vibrant social dining in Burleigh Heads.
Coastal Value & Fresh Flavours
Mex Cartel delivers substantial, fresh Mexican fare and balanced cocktails at price points rarely seen on the coast.
I was surprised with such affordable prices & fresh quality food- Near impossible on the coast
Shanelle Stewart Substantial Oversized Tacos
Generous portion sizes define the menu, headlined by oversized tacos packed with premium fillings like juicy prawns.
biggest taco I ever had
Bowbow Lin Platters Built for Sharing
Groups can easily gather over generous share platters and sides like halloumi chips and succulent pork belly.
Ordered the share platters on the menu and halloumi chips. Loved everything especially the pork belly.
Tonia Vibrant & Clean Dining Vibe
Diners enjoy a pristine, upbeat atmosphere alongside specialty cocktails like coconut and strawberry margaritas.
Love the vibe in the restaurant, nice and clean.
Bowbow Lin Abundant Portions Built to Satisfy
Substantial dish portions—such as pulled pork nachos—mean diners get hearty dining that easily extends to leftovers.
massive serving that we ended up taking home
Tanya Newton
Most popular items
Generous tacos and hearty share plates highly rated by diners
prawn taco
My personal love the prawn taco the most, the biggest taco I ever had🤣
Bowbow Lin Birra Tacos
Birra Tacos, yum!
Shanelle Stewart chicken taco
Must try the chicken taco when you come here!!
Sally Heppell pulled pork nachos
standout was the amount of beautifully juicy pulled pork on nachos...massive serving that we ended up taking home
Tanya Newton
Before you head over
Practical advice for reserving, timing your visit, and navigating the menu
Book Online, Not by Phone
Book your table online in advance rather than calling or texting, as phone and voicemail booking requests are not actively processed.
Prepare for Generous Portions
Tacos and share plates like pulled pork nachos come in very large portions, so consider ordering gradually or plan to take leftovers home.
Plan Ahead for Peak Weekend Hours
The venue fills up quickly on Friday afternoons and weekends, so reserve early if dining during peak times or dropping in after beach outings.
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