Food 10/10
Location 10/10
Tequila bar 10/10
Staff....................................
there is not a score high enough to rate the staff at this gem of a restaurant/ tequila bar!!!! Dan and his team would have to be the most attentive entertaining knowledgeable and fantastic team I’ve ever had the experience of. Nothing was too much trouble and their knowledge of all things tequila related was first class! We will be back and I can’t recommend this place enough :-)
The Patron dinner last night was incredible! I never ever thought I would be sipping straight tequila with dinner and loving it! The food was insanely good - especially the steak taco - to die for!
The service is phenomenal. Everyone is so knowledgable and their passion for the food, tequila and mezcal is infectious. The atmosphere is always great and so much fun. I will be back time and time again without a doubt. AMAZING! I cannot recommend more highly.
Delicious food and margaritas to die for!
Have eaten here three times and on each occasion left satisfied.
The staff know their food and gladly offer suggestions.
Most amazing food and even better cocktails. We got a bit of everything and I couldn’t be more happy! If you love tasty food you need to try El Publico !! Absolutely amazing tequila as well. I couldn’t fault this place. Great food, amazing service and stunning venue!
Still the best Mexican food in Perth! I’ve never been disappointed when I’ve come here and would recommend everything on the menu. The staff are very friendly and accommodating which definitely adds to the overall experience.
The beef balls were so nice, tender and melted on your tongue whilst simultaneously being so crispy on the outside. Paired with an amazing dip. Best beef balls I’ve had. The other top and best dish here is the brussel sprouts salad. Absolutely amazing dressing and perfectly grilled sprouts.
The tacos on the other hand were alright. Fish taco was very dry. Chicken taco was okay. Duck taco was the best out of the 3. Tacos aren’t worth the $8 price tag for a small palm sized taco.
The fresh apple tequila was very nice and refreshing! Loved it!
Overall it was a good experience for meeting up with friends but a little on the pricey side!
Been here a couple of times and you can never go wrong here if you order their tacos! Their 'Oaxacan pizza' has way too many mushrooms and needs meat and their street corn is yum but not worth $12. Their steak tacos and fish tacos are the best way to go if you want to make your tastebuds happy! Their chips and salsa and guac are a no-brainer (chips and guac are a no-brainer in any Mexican restaurant) and are super delicious! The only other thing is that $8 for a taco the size of your palm is pretty steep, but other than that, I would definitely recommend people try this place out!
Mexican restaurant with great ambience. Enjoyed the food especially with the habanero sauce that was given on the side. Got the grilled meat platter which consists of chicken, beef, pork belly and chorizo, some greens and tortillas for you to custom make your own taco. Also had a side of the nachos chorizo which was tasty! Perfect place for someone who wants some spicy Mexican food
Came here on a Friday night with a few friends. What a bumping atmosphere! The classic margarita was very tasty, and the tequila apple could be drunk for days! We decided to be adventurous and try the crickets. It is not for the faint hearted, but if you weren't aware of what you were eating, you'd be munching away! Very well seasoned with a perfect crunch. The lamb chops and chicken diablo were tasty treats. The duck tacito could've done with a tiny bit more flavour. Amongst the mixed grill, the chicken and steak went down well. The Pork belly struggled along a bit. I would recommend ordering the smaller share plates, and tequila drinks. All in all, a great night out!
I ate here recently with a friend and was pleasantly surprised. Staff were very attentive and went above and beyond to ensure diners were informed about the menu and served quickly. Food was tasty and prices reasonable, particularly for tapas. The restaurant was busy and had a great vibe. A good weekend choice.
Absolutely loved our visits to el PUBLICO. We celebrated our 10Yr Anniversary there and then booked again for the following night it was so good. We have since been back a third time and it has not disappointed. Food, service and drinks are all exceptional. The staff know how to look after their guests, and that's just how we felt. We'll be back again soon!!
Went on a cold night with the gf and was promptly sat into a booth. Ordered the set meal with the house tequila as a starter. Served with a virgin marry chaser and chilli salt, it was suggested we sip it rather than take it as a shot. Could have easily drank them all night if i wasnt driving.
Food had a rustic presentation and was super delicious. Had more than enough to fill the tummy and had to takeaway the desert. Service was great and friendly also.
Easily one of our top 5 places we have had the pleasure of dining at.
Best Mexican food in WA and my new favourite restaurant in the area!
The food was fantastic, but the mole icecream is where the chef really shows off their creativity. The juxtaposition of the spices and the cream creates a flavour explosion in my mouth of pure joy. I haven't had something so innovative in food for ages.
The tacos were fantastic too. I preferred the carne asada one but the fish taco was also good. The crickets taste like popcorn and are fun to eat taco style with an order of tortillas and the green chile salsa.
The beef Mogo Mogo balls were surprising full of shredded beef and the dipping sauce went great with it.
The tortillas tasted just like the tortillerias from Mexico
They're really doing great things at this place!
Went for dinner. We were running late and they were happy to move our booking to an hour later.
Ordered birria tacos, pork carnitos and steak tacos. The birria is amazing. The chicaron in the pork tacos adds an amazing texture to the soft shell tacos. Did I mention u can order crickets. Honestly they taste like chips if u ignore that they are bugs.
Ordered a mixed platter to share. There is chorizo, rump steak, chicken, pork belly. There is a choice of protein for everyone. Unfortunately the rump was medium well rather than medium rare. A bit on the tougher side.
Cute little spot in mount lawley. Chicken taco was the stand out dish. The asada steak taco lacked flavour. Also the music wasn't matching the theme/atmosphere of the place but overall a fun experience.
Ive never been to Mexico but this is what I imagine authentic Mexican food to taste like.
Everything was delicious but our server didnt really seem to care much.
Amazing Mexican food!
The flavors are really authentic, we had the empanadas and tacos and they took me back home! The portions were a good size, perfect for sharing. Great venue and the service was exceptional, very friendly staff. Thank you!!! Definitely the best Mexican food you can get in Perth!
Service was OUTSTANDING!
Bar was OUTSTANDING!
Food was OUTSTANDING AND AMAZING!
I can't wait to go back and I live in the USA!
A great and authentic Mexican restaurant with a good atmosphere. Service was good and the food was delicious. The cocktails are a must.
Had a wonderful experience at El Publico. One of the best Mexican restaurants in Perth for sure. The food is served with incredible speed, service is good - and most importantly the food tastes delicious as well. We had a variety of dishes from tacos through to ceviche and they were all packed with unique flavours. If you want a drink then they have a solid assortment of drinks on offer. Great atmosphere - will definitely visit here again!
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