El Cartel
15-16 Teviot Place, EH1 2QZ - Edinburgh
Updated on
Mexican
Verified Dish
Add Missing Dish
🥡
Takeout
🍽️
Dine-in
🍺
Alcohol
🍹
Cocktails
🍷
Wine
📅
Reservations
♿
Wheelchair accessible
♿
Accessible restroom
😊
Casual
🛋️
Cozy
👥
Good for groups
📊 Popular Times
Not busy
Moderate
Very busy
Contact Information
📞
Phone:
+44 131 370 8189
🌐 Website:
http://www.elcartelmexicana.co.uk
📍
Address:
15-16 Teviot Place, Edinburgh
📷 Photos (11+)
+3
more photos
more photos
Photo 1 / 11
100%
Google Reviews
873
Google reviews
We came here as a party of 8 for a team lunch. The taco Tuesday deal was definitely worthwhile an our group really enjoyed the food overall as we got a selection of tacos as well as some sides. The portions were decent and we all enjoyed the special chimichurri steak taco.
My only gripes about the meal were the corn tortillas and lack of tortilla chips. The tortillas were way too thick many of them were cracked down the middle with craggily edges. I suspect the dough was underhydrated and not properly steamed. As a self-proclaimed "authentic" Mexican spot I'm a bit disappointed in the quality of such a central piece to Mexican cuisine
Read more
Google
The vibes were great and so was the food and drinks. Staff were very friendly and also added to the great vibe. Are the ribs and they were really good. Only kinda bad thing was that the toilet seat on the men’s toilet was broken but it was okay, still usable.
Definitely recommend eating here !
Google
They serve delicious hamburgers but do not forget to have reservation!
Google
We were after something light and delicious during our time in Edinburgh and El Cartel provided exactly that. Tom seated us straight away and was an amazing server the whole evening. The food came out very quick and every single meal was beyond delicious. We will be returning as soon as we are back in Edinburgh and will be recommending El Cartel to everyone! P.S The music choice was the cherry on top!
Read more
Google
Great place to experience a different type of meal for Edinburgh with good drinks. Aaron was super nice and can make a wonderful margarita to order. Tacos and guacamole were good but I’m comparing them to Los Angeles so I can’t go full 5 stars.
Google
Delicious food , friendly staff and great variety , well worth a visit - definitely try the daily specials
Google
Lovely little place! Love that its a non complicated menu - just straight up fresh food and ingrediants
Google
Great food, great service. For the 4 of us we tried all the starters on the menu and got 4 types of tacos. Favourites:
- corn on the cob: I don’t normally like corn very much, but this was juicy! I think they rolled it in sour cream then grated cheese then covered in paprika salt. Delicious.
- pork confit taco: the meat was actually crispy, yum
- baja cod taco: crispy batter, soft and juicy fish
Paid £35 each, including 6 cocktails for the 4 people.
Read more
Google
Absolutely amazing tacos. I don't know if they're authentic or not, but they look absolutely stunning and taste so good and fresh. I liked every single one I've ever had but I always make sure to order duck carnitas next to anything else. Also, this is the only place where I order a soft drink. The coriander and jalapeno shrub is to die for - it is very spicy and very adictive. I only gave 4 stars for atmosphere because this branch can't compete in cosiness with its little sibling in Thistle street.
Read more
Google
I heard of here through “Glasgow’s Good Food Group” on Facebook. Folk raving about how good the food is. They were not wrong. Amazing food, really nice people, all good. Best Tacos I’ve tasted. The Dirty Beans are awesome. Will absolutely be back. Even bought the T-shirt
Google
Explore more in Edinburgh
By cuisine
Recommended pages
Help improve this page: