New Orleans Latin Food Guide: Top Audience Picks!
Looking for the best Latin food in New Orleans? We’ve got you covered! 🎉 We asked our amazing followers to spill the beans (and the salsa) on their favorite spots—and they delivered! 🙌 From sizzling street tacos to savory South American delights, here are VIVA NOLA’s audience-approved Latin restaurants you have to try.
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Discover Diverse Latin American Flavors in NOLA
Acamaya MUST TRY! A contemporary Mexican seafood restaurant that brings design elements and flavors from their natal Mexico City to their now home, New Orleans. Chef Ana Castro has been nominated to several awards and has been a finalist to the James Beard Best Chef Awards. Location: 3070 Dauphine St New Orleans, LA. (504) 299-3477
Blue Bird Latin Eatery Flavorful homestyle meals, rooted in vibrant Latin traditions, invite you on a tantalizing journey of delectable flavors and the promise to charm your palate with culinary artistry that brings the warmth and spirit of Latino culture to every dish on the menu. Location: 3000 Loyola Dr, Kenner. (504) 470-2136
La Macarena Pupusería & Latin Cafe El Salvador’s street food and traditional family cooking. Vegan options! Location: 8120 Hampson St, New Orleans. (504) 862-5252
Santa Fe Southwestern classics. Location: 3201 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans. (504) 354-8570
Mais Arepas Traditional Colombian arepas with a modern twist, like the Carnicera Arepa and Choriarepa, delighting taste buds with each bite. Try its Bandeja Paisa. Location: 1200 Carondelet St, New Orleans (504) 354-8570
Casa García Proudly Serving Authentic Mexican Cuisine Since 1978: A Family Tradition You Can Taste Location: 8814 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie. (504) 464-0354
La Tia Cantina Modern-Mexican Cuisine Specialties: Tacos, Carnitas dumplings, Mexicali shrimp, and much more. Drinks: La Tía Frozen Margarita made with 100% blue agave tequila pueblo viejo reposado, La Tía Fresh Margarita, and “Lotería-inspired La Tía Cantina cocktails”. Location: 4517 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie. (504)354-8570
Mr. Tequila Tex-Mex twist on authentic Mexican cuisine Specialties: Daily specials–Barbacoa, street tacos, fajitas and delicious margaritas. Location: 5018 Freret Street, New Orleans. (504) 766-9660
Taquería La Lucha Authentic Mexican Tacos. Best flavor and quality in town. Try the fresh fruit syrup homemade margaritas. Delicious! Specialties: Variety of tacos and delicious margaritas. Location: 404 Andrew Higgins Dr., New Orleans. (504) 533-0016
Baru Chef Edgar Caro draws from his Latin Heritage to reimagine traditional dishes from Colombia and the Caribbean using local ingredients. Location: 3700 Magazine St., New Orleans. (504)895-2225
Zócalo Cocina Mexicana y Cantina Specialties: Happy Hour Wed. & Fri. 3-6 PM. Bites: Flautas de Pollo, Pinchos de Camarones, Nachos. House margarita. Location: 2051 Metairie Rd. Metairie. (504) 252-9327
Mister Oso Flavorful Latin cuisine paired expertly with classic Latin cocktails and a fun and inventive “mocktail to cocktail” program. Menu focused around smoked meat tacos, (but also offers abundant options for pescatarians and vegetarians) as well as fresh cebiches and crudos. Location: 601 Tchoupitoulas Street. New Orleans. (504) 335-1740
Lagos Taquería The real deal taco place! Approved by Californians and Texans. Specialties: Brisket, barbacoa, Cochinita Pibil tacos, quesadillas, burritos and more. Location: MOVED!!! 619 Saint James St. New Orleans.
Empanola South American empanadas. Latin-inspired, Louisiana-influenced, and lots of vegetarian flavors Locations: 3109 Magazine St, New Orleans, 7321 Freret St, New Orleans, 630 St Ann St, New Orleans. (504) 582-9378
Vals Latin American food with a focus on Mexican flavors from the CureCo family. Friendly outdoor patio and bar with an extensive spirits list of mezcals. Bask in the sun on the patio or grab a seat inside! Happy hour everyday 4-6pm! Location: 4632 Freret St, New Orleans. (504) 356-0006
La Carreta Mexican Food Specialties: Amazing hand-crafted beverages, including Margaritas, a wide variety of Mexican dishes, including Birria tacos. Location: 1814 Magazine St., New Orleans. (504) 304-7063
Los Catrachos Traditional Honduran fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Locations: 3001 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, 3020 David Dr. Metairie, 1421 Lafayette St, Gretna. (504) 510-2890
El Gato Negro New Orleans most authentic Mexican kitchen! Inspired by family recipes from the state of Michoacan. Locations: 300 Harrison Ave, New Orleans, 301-303 Huey P Long Ave, Gretna, 81 French Market Pl, New Orleans. (504) 525-9752
Galaxie Tacos Galaxie celebrates the taquerias and culture of Oaxaca and Mexico City. Location: 3060 Saint Claude Ave. New Orleans. (504) 827-1443
Café Tomás Cozy restaurant featuring Colombian dishes such as arepas, plus coffee, smoothies, and panini. Locations: 2003 Williams Blvd, Kenner, 1506 S. Carrollton Ave New Orleans. (504)827-1443
Mayas Restaurant Creative Latin American food – not only Mexican but also Caribbean, Brazilian, and vegan options. Location: 22027 Magazine St, New Orleans.(504) 309-3401
Habana Outpost Mexican & Cuban Inspired Cuisine, Table To Farm™ Eco-Conscious Restaurants Location: 1040 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans. (504) 900-9500
The Rum House Caribbean & Latin American bites including tacos served with tropical cocktails in a funky setting Location: 3128 Magazine St, New Orleans. (504) 941-7560
Origen Bistro Authentic Venezuelan cuisine. Bold flavors, creative dishes, and exceptional hospitality. Location: 3600 St Claude Ave, New Orleans. (504) 381-4245
Espíritu Mezcalería y Cocina A celebration of the food, drinks, history, and culture of Mexico. Mezcal experts! Location: 520 Capdeville Street, New Orleans. (504) 267-4975
Brasa Contemporary steakhouse built on South America’s rich culinary traditions. Featuring specialty Prime cuts of meat, including Wagyu, whole fish, double-cut pork chops, and whole chicken. Locations: 2037 Metairie Rd. Metairie, 365 Canal Street #220 New Orleans. (504) 371-5553
El Pavo Real Mexican eatery serving lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday and brunch on Sundays. Menu includes savory and classic Mexican dishes such as ceviche, carnitas, and enchiladas and unique specialty items like the Chipotle Coconut Shrimp or tasty Rajas Con Queso. Location: 4401 S Broad Ave, New Orleans. (504) 266-2022
La Boca Expertly butchered, wood-fired steaks—from rich ribeyes to lean, flavorful cuts like entraña and vacío. The menu pays homage to the parrilla, the Argentine grill, and is elevated by housemade chimichurri, classic sides, and an all-Argentine wine list. Location: 870 Tchoupitoulas St. New Orleans. (504) 525-8205
La Cocinita Contemporary Venezuelan-inspired street food. Location: 870 Tchoupitoulas St. New Orleans. (504) 309-5344
Alma From Pollo Chuco, to Bloody Mary’s and avocado toast, Alma offers an extensive array of dishes focusing on Honduran Food by James Beard Award nominee, Chef Melissa Araujo. Locations: 800 Louisa Street, New Orleans, 30 N. Carrollton Ave. New Orleans. (504) 381-5877
Tito’s Ceviche and Pisco Tito’s specializes in ceviche and Peruvian classics like anticuchos, ají de gallina, lomo saltado, and causas, plus innovative dishes like the Tostonazo Criollo. Don’t forget about their Pisco Bar and try the expertly crafted pisco cocktails, like the Bold Macho Sour. Location: 1433 St Charles Avenue, New Orleans. (504) 354-1342
Mawi Tortillas El Salvadorian inspired restaurant featuring homemade Latin American dishes, including pupusas. Location: 1 5050 W Esplanade Ave Suite C, Metairie. (504) 644-2624
Carreta’s Grill Authentic Mexican Cuisine. Try the Enchiladas Verdes and pair them with the Top-Shelf frozen Margarita. Location: 12320 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie. (504) 837-6696
El Paso Mexican Grill Casual restaurant offering homemade Mexican cuisine, plus live music, and a patio. Location: 2305 W Esplanade Ave Suite L, Kenner. (504) 287-4226
