Chicano Taqueria
Authentic Mexican Food in Fitzroy
Try our tacos and discover why we're the best Mexican restaurant in Fitzroy!
01
Location
371 Brunswick St, Fitzroy, VIC, 3065
02
Phone
(03) 9008 4081
03
info@chicano.com.au
04
@chicano.au
Why We're Known for the Most Authentic Mexican Food in Melbourne
Looking for the best Mexican restaurant in Fitzroy? Welcome to Chicano—Fitzroy’s favourite So-Cal Mexican taqueria. We’re known for serving some of the best tacos in Melbourne, including plenty of vegan-friendly fillings and gluten-free tortillas pressed to order in our open kitchen. Whether you’re after plant-based street food, spicy meat-filled empanadas, or bold and unforgettable flavours, we’ve got it all. Grab your crew, book a table online, and let’s taco ‘bout it.
SHARED
CHIPA
Peruvian-style gluten-free cheese bread – perfect for sharing and packed with cheesy goodness.
FRESH CHIPS AND DIP
Gluten-free tortilla chips served with fresh guacamole, house-made pico de gallo, crema, and black beans
TACOS
All tacos are served on house-made gluten-free blue corn tortillas, pressed to order. With our bold fusion flavours, you’ll soon see why Chicano is the best Mexican food you’ll have in Fitzroy this decade.
CHICKEN
Grilled honey and chipotle chicken taco with fresh guacamole, pico de gallo, house crema, and crispy chicken crackling. A sweet-meets-smoky So-Cal favourite. (GF)
PORK
Carnitas-style pulled pork with smoked pineapple salsa, citrus slaw, creamy house crema, and tangy salsa criolla. A must-try from our Fitzroy taco menu. (GF)
FISH
Crispy flathead taco with orange and chili seasoning, mango & habanero salsa, citrus slaw, and house crema. Bold, bright, and beachy. (GF)
VEGGIE
Grilled seasonal veggies with guacamole, puffed chickpeas, pico de gallo, and house crema. A plant-based street food favourite. (VO) (GF) (V)
TOFU
Crispy achiote tofu with guacamole, citrus slaw, pico de gallo, and vegan crema. One of Melbourne’s best vegan tacos, served on gluten-free tortillas. (GF) (VG)
EMPANADAS
Hand-pressed, Mexican-style gluten-free empanadas—crispy outside, rich and juicy inside. Served with house crema, fresh lime, and a dusting of celery salt.
BEEF
Slow-cooked barbacoa beef with chipotle-braised beans. A bold, smoky classic from the Mexican street food playbook. (GF)
PORK
Peruvian-style pork with sweet caramelised onion and braised orange. Sweet, savoury, and seriously addictive. (GF)
CORN
Confit corn with roasted garlic, scorched celery, and vegan queso. A rich, plant-based empanada that hits all the right notes. (VG) (GF)
QUESADILLAS
Toasted flour tortilla loaded with chipotle-braised beans, cilantro-lime rice, and a rich Oaxaca cheese blend. Served with house crema on the side.
HICKORY SMOKED CHICKEN
Tender, smoky chicken with a bold, fire-grilled flavour that makes this quesadilla an instant classic.
CARNE ASADA
Juicy grilled beef, marinated in citrus and spices—Melbourne’s take on a So-Cal steak quesadilla done right.
SALADS
Fresh, bold and anything but basic. Our salads bring So-Cal sunshine and Mexican flavour together—with gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options.
STRAWBERRY ENSALADA
Fresh cos lettuce with tajín-dusted strawberries, juicy mandarin, Meredith goat cheese, crispy ancho-spiced almonds, and a sweet honey vinaigrette. A vibrant vegetarian salad bursting with texture and flavour. (GF) (V)
CHICANO BOWL
A plant-based favourite loaded with black beans, roasted corn, red capsicum, Spanish onion, pico de gallo, and creamy avocado dressing. A vegan Mexican bowl with serious bite. (GF) (VG)
DESSERTS
Sweet, spicy, and seriously indulgent. Every dessert is gluten-free—with vegan options that don’t hold back on flavour.
MOLÉ CHOCOLATE CAKE
Rich flourless chilli chocolate cake topped with dulcé de leche buttercream and fresh berries. A decadent gluten-free dessert with a hint of heat. (CN) (GF)
VEGAN MANGO CHEESECAKE
Dairy-free mango cheesecake paired with ginger rice pudding and passionfruit coulis. Creamy, tropical, and 100% plant-based. (CN) (GF) (VG)
What People Are Saying About Fitzroy's Best Mexican Restaurant
‘‘Discovering El Chicano for the very first time was an epiphany. Cruising down Brunswick St. we were first struck by the cosy aesthetic, which is in fact an authentic Latin American experience. Having lived in Argentina, Colombia, and Cuba for many years, it was personally nostalgic, as if I had entered one of my favourite bars in Palermo, Buenos Aires. Que quilombo! Check it out…"
Jeremy Hutton, Google Review
Looking for your new fave tacos in Fitzroy / Melbourne / the country?
We have the best Mexican food this side of the Pacific
We pride ourselves on bold, made-from-scratch Mexican flavours—from gluten-free tacos and slow-cooked meats to punchy salsas and late-night margaritas. You won’t find tacos like these at the chain restaurants. At Chicano they’re handcrafted, high-vibe, and unforgettable. Our spot’s already got a rep for the best tacos in Fitzroy — come see what the fuss is about.
- Gluten-free tortillas, hand-pressed to order
- Everything made from scratch using fresh local produce
- Big flavour from our Michelin-trained head chef
Experience it for yourself to see why food lovers call us one of Fitzroy’s best-kept secrets.