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Rating: 4.5
Food: 4.5
Value: 4.5
Service: 5
Ambience: 4
We decided to celebrate our anniversary at this fancy bar-like restaurant located near Parliament station.
You walk up to a romantic well-designed space with friendly staff who are quick to seat you down and fun to chat with. The dining was buzzing with chill vibes filled with couples drinking and laughing the night away. The only complaint would be it was a little dark to see what we were eating.
We ordered the feed me banquet for two, since we don’t have Mexican cuisine much and we’re excited to get adventurous. Be warned, as the banquet can be very filling, even though my partner and I have big appetites.
Firstly, they offered some tortilla chips to start off with. We could tell they were freshly made, and everything was perfect like any basic nachos. This was, however, not on the list of out feed me and had no idea until we paid, but nothing to complain about when it was yummy!
The dishes I really enjoyed and would recommend from the feed me banquet were: ceviche, shellfish tostadita, quesadilla and any of their larger dishes.
The ceviche and shellfish tostadita is what I will be coming back for - these were to die for. The fish were so fresh, and the addition of the tangy citric flavours made the dish not only fresher but more explosive in the mouth.
The restaurant created the tastiest thing i had ever had that now whenever I go to any Mexican restaurant, I have to order quesadillas. The quesadilla is made up of a yummy goat’s cheese, with caramelised onions, corns and pork chorizo, drizzled with a spicy kick of spicy mayo. There was so much going on, but the elements all blended well together, almost as if I was eating a burger!
The pork tacos were just as delicious, with the well seasoned pulled pork, and the pork scratchings giving that crunch, and the chilli and herbs giving that freshness and kick.
The corn was really buttery, and the addition of the lime and chipotle mayo was a heavenly combination of flavours executed well.
I loved their main dish, which was a slow cooked beef with an abundant amount of some rich beefy sauce and some peanuts, which worked really well together. The beef, however, was slightly tough and dry, which wasn’t enjoyable compared to the other dishes that dealt more with raw ingredients.
The Mexican tomato rice, however, was a let down. I wasn’t sure whether the hard undercooked rice was a Mexican feature, but it was very bland. The only thing I enjoyed on that dish were those sweet potato crisps.
By the time we got on the rice, my partner and I were very full, which could mean my opinion for the rest of the dishes may be skewed. We got a nice sweetcorn icecream with caramel popcorn to finish the night, but I was too full to enjoy, but the popcorn did taste slightly chewy.
This is a very late review and some dishes may not be available anymore, however, the unique experience of Mexican cuisine is truly worth it at Mamasita. I will be coming back with friends to enjoy their drink options and finger-licking dishes.
Good Mexican food in the city. Corn is well cooked and has great flavour. The slow cooked meat falls off the bone. Service is good.
Probably the best Mexican I have been to. Close quarters dining in well designed space. Staff were friendly with a fast paced service. We had one of the banquet options which is fully recommended. Each course had a unique take on the traditional Mexican dishes. Mad selection if tequilas for those who like that spirit.
absolutely delicious food we especially enjoyed the potatoes guac and the jackfruit tacos!! the only downside was an annoying bar tender/server that kept coming to our table asking us if we wanted tequila even though we said we weren’t drinking haha
Came here on a weekend with a booking, we were running late but I was very happy with how the staff waited for us and didn’t try to rush us.
The corn was good, although I regret not getting corn on the cob.
We ordered a serve of all the different tacos and surprisingly we enjoyed the ox tongue the most!( not expecting it) the fish and calamari and pork were quite standard and it didn’t feel too different to where I’ve had it before.
However we did not enjoy the pineapple punch as much😢
Everything else we were happy with.
wow what a delightful dining experience! my friend and i chose the "feed me" option. after the first bite i took i was already in heaven! the flavours were so delicious! my friend and i had such a good time! it was an amazing food journey! also the vibe of the place is really relaxed and friendly. and the staff are super attentive and friendly! i highly recommend thsi place! you should make a booking too, because it is quite popular.
Great food, great cocktails and friendly service. Will be back.
Been wanting to visit this institution for a while. We tried a few different dishes which were all very delicious. The spare ribs absolutely melt in your mouth. Bit pricey for the size but worth the try. Must eat with the sauces! Will return.
I really love this place. I've been here a few times and it never disappoints. We arrived around 3.30pm, just before it started to get busy, so we were seated quite easily. We ordered the corn chips and guacamole, the fish tacos, and corn on the cob. The fish tacos were cooked to perfection, although I felt it had slightly too much cabbage. The corn was a highlight, definitely a must try! This place is worth queuing up for, I will keep coming back.
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We dined at Mamasita for lunch and really enjoyed the shared lunch menu for $29 per person. This consisted of the Smokey corn, ceviche, taco and ice cream. Each dish was full of flavour, and beautifully presented. Great drink offerings and enjoyed the sangria.
The dessert icecream cone in particular was very generous and a great way to finish the meal.
Only feedback is that as we were seated we were offered some “welcome cornchips” for the table, which were bought out with guacamole.
When we received our receipt, we were charged for this dish.
We don’t at all have a problem with this being a chargeable item and would have most likely still had them even if we had been told they were chargeable, however just wanted to point out that staff should point out that this isn’t a complimentary dish when offering. One assumes a welcome dish when offered by staff, is a welcome gesture without cost (similar to prawn crackers at a Chinese restaurant). As I mentioned, we would have had no issue paying for this, but just feel it should be more transparent when being offered.
Highly recommend a visit and will definitely be back!
Haven’t been to mamasita for more than 10 years, and it’s great to be back to fantastic food, service and atmosphere. Love everything here including the desserts. The queue starts forming at 5pm so do get in early!
Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)
+4
Discover Mamasita, one of Melbourne’s favourite Mexican restaurant hotspots on Collins Street in Melbourne CBD. If you enjoy Mexican tapas style eating with a great atmosphere and quality tequila then Mamasita is the place for you.
Kara C was great and the girl with the accent who told me my coudaroy top was nice.
Oh. MY. GOSH! The fish tacos and corn here are something you HAVE to try if you ever go here. While the ox tongue and pork tacos are pretty standard fare, you can write an ode to the fish taco. We ordered one of each and couldn't help but be blown away by the deliciousness of the fish taco
Didn’t have a reservation, they found us a spot at the bar, enjoyed the feed me menu. Tacos were legit. Tostada was yum and the food around us all looked amazing. Highly recommend.
Booked a week in advance and on the website there were 3 options for seating. Table, high chairs or bar. I opt for the table because it's more comfortable. When we arrived we actually got situated on high chairs facing the wall. We didn't mind since it's just the 2 of us but if you're offering seating options shouldn't we have gotten a table? Or an explanation at least?
Thats the only downside but everything else was amazing. Would have given a 5 if it weren't for the seating situation. The food: highlight was the ceviche! Stunning dish that was so flavourful and packed a punch. Corn on the cob was cooked perfectly. Taco and quesadillas were fire. The chicken was cooked to perfection. Would highly recommend if you're feeling like Mexican food. I know I will!
Great service. Highly recommend the feed me menu. The veggie tostadita had heaps of flavour. Loved the cashew cream. Meat and veggie tacos were also very juicy. The salted caramel popcorn was delicious.
I would say the food is okay, good for when you’re feeling like mexican food but please note that the prices here are expensive and the portions are as big as your average tacos. Other than that the food is flavorful and fresh
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This venue is very busy (always is!!!). We came for a romantic dinner. The lighting was low and created pleasing ambiance. Tables are placed quite close together to allow for many diners, and the whole table had to be pulled out or moved for the diner seated on the bench seating to leave the table. There was salsa music playing in the background at a low volume.
We had a few dishes, which were very nice, but were also very expensive.
Street style corn - The corn cobs were covered with cheese and paprika. This dish was mildly spicy which allowed the full flavours of the corn and cheese to be tasted. The queso cheese was fully mature and tangy and a standout part of this dish. The lime wedge complemented the cheese, corn and paprika. While the paprika (chipotle) was outstanding, there did not appear to be any mayo as shown on the menu.
Chicken Wings - These were well prepared, with a pleasantly Smokey flavour. The skin was crisp and the meat juicy and tender. The sauce was sticky, flavourful and quite spicy especially when compared with other dishes (which had much less spice).
Market Fish Taco - The fish was fried to perfection. Cabbage and lime were welcome additions to this dish. The achiote added authentic and earthy flavours. The chipotle mayo was used sparingly so as not to overpower the other flavours.
Chicken Pippin Rojo - The chicken (half) was presented in four pieces which made it easy to share between the two of us. It was served on top of the peanut-pepita chilli sauce and topped with sesame seeds and fresh coriander. The chicken was well cooked, and mildly spicy. The chicken had a well-cooked, sticky yet tender consistency. The peptic chilli sauce and coriander complemented each bite of the chicken.
All in all this was a great venue. We were charged a surcharge for credit card payments. Book ahead!!!
Very happy it's possible to book these days so we could get a table without the fuss of queuing. The food here is great - so much flavour from the exciting combination of ingredients. The big menu caters for diverse tastebuds and encourages sharing.
We ordered many dishes but the highlights were pork shortrib, macadamia and cashew chorizo Tostada and the perfectly crunchy fried fish tacos. Every dish was tasty and had fun textures.
Loved that we can see the food pictures using a QR code on the menu. Service was polite but not always quick, including forgotten drinks. The decor, lighting and salsa music creates a lively atmosphere. It's a place worth returning for the awesome flavours.
Fave Mexican place in Melbourne. Great atmosphere and dim lighting inside. Food was a bit slow to come out, but was delicious when it arrived. Good mix of authentic Mexican and modern flavours.
Every single thing we had was absolutely delicious!
Corn on the cob, chorizo quesadillas, FRIED FISH TACOS (omg) and the beef ribs were divine! Finished it off with the flan which was perfection!
Love the lime fish dish for the starters. The ox tongue taco was great, and the soft taco wrapped nicely around the ox tongue. The prawns for the main was good too!
Took our parents (for their birthdays) on Saturday night. Nice venue. We chose the Staff Favourites share menu and were entranced when the head chef proceeded to come and explain every course in fine detail to us, including origin, ingredients, cooking style etc. Nice touch. Staff were very friendly and we all had a very memorable experience. The food was delicious. Can highly recommend - and will definitely try to come back.
Thankyou :-)
Starters and desserts were the best. Main course menu was good but could have a widespread variety. Overall was a good experience of lunch with my team.
Mamasita is one of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne. I always bring my interstate visitors here when they visit Melbourne. The ambience, food, cocktails are all amazing. Can’t rave enough about this place!
Visited Mamasitas last weekend and had very high hopes after the rave reviews it has. Must say the cocktails are great and look super pretty service was great staff were lovely and knowledgeable. My friend and I shared the feed me banquet and must say the food was good portions were smaller than I expected. However I had higher expectations for the flavours of the meals. Still a good feed but a tad expensive for what you get.
First thing very friendly lady staff Eleanor and the head chef. Very good interior and ambiance. Food is not delay everything on time.
We order so much but I can't post all dishes here. But some of them beyond on taste, the tacos and desserts.
We just disappointed with their fish,may be the flavour's are missing on it.
Over all its a good Mexican restaurant to try in Melbourne Colin's street.
Amazing food, impecable service and great creativity in the drinks department. Chef Martin is very, very talented and the staff are (very obviously) well trained in the finer points of hospitality.
PS> I'm Mexican - so I'm naturally cynical about Mexican food outside of my home. This team exceeds any pre-conceptions of what Mexican food outside of Mexico might be. In fact, the contemporary twist on classic dishes is not only more than welcome, it's a fantastic culinary experience!
Tuesday evening catch up with some friends was perfect at Mamasita! Our host, Max has a top notch service! Great at recommending - everything turned out delicious and well portioned with a mixture of starters, small and medium plates to share.
Amazing vibe and fantastic service. I highly recommend Mamasita if you’re craving for good quality Mexican food in the heart of Melbourne.
Now this was a dinner spot we decided last minute to check out. Didn’t want to keep going to Fonda for Mexican and caught wind of this spot tucked away on Collins. Didn’t have to wait that long for a Thursday night and got a seat at the bar. Great service and happy to talk about the business and their vast selection of mezcal. Food was really good, great balance of sour and spice. They didn’t have to twist our arm much to see the dessert menu. Thanks for having us team and keep it up!!
Tasty food, lively ambience, lovely staff, overall interesting experience. We had a great experience with the mexican food here. The place is kinda costly, So we stuck to the nachos and the nut chorizzo tostadas.
We had a tasty meal here tonight. The only downside was the hefty $15 price tag for the sparkling water (on tap, not bottled) which barely had any gas in it.
This is my favourite Mexican restaurant in Melbourne. No, in Australia. It’s a must visit for me every time I visit. We really need more Mexican restaurants like Mamasita in Australia, especially in Sydney. #mexicanfood #tacos #elotes
First time here and everything was great! Love the chargrilled corn and tacos trust me they are so yummmm. Cocktails were also amazing. I ordered the pink cooler and it’s superb. The only thing is...careful with the tequila...I got drunk and lost my phone 😂
Pretty decent Mexican food in a city where Mexican food isn't all that popular!
Atmosphere: Pretty cool. Despite being on Collins street, it's a bit hidden. You have to walk up stairs to get here, and you are brought into a room with a massive bar and some additional tables for seating. Reservations are recommended, but you might be able to sneak in a spot at the bar.
Presentation: The beets looked delicious, but it was a little hard to tell I was eating a quesadilla.
Food: There might have been a little too much going on with the quesadilla - it was to the point where I had to use a fork and knife to eat it, and I prefer to eat my quesadilla with my hands! Despite this fact, the 'dilla was pretty good. I think I preferred the side of beets to the quesadilla, though, which is a bit odd in a Mexican restaurant. All said, the food was very good. I think i would go tacos next time.
We went on a Friday night and the restaurant was really busy consistently throughout the evening. This meant the drinks service was really slow but surprisingly the food service was not. We had 10 dishes for $69 which was amazing, a taste of a good variety. Plus one lady in our group can't have shell fish so they adjusted our 10 dishes accordingly. Great evening, nice decor, lovely food & cool cocktails.
Great food, service and location! Very well priced too. Went on Sunday night without a booking and ended up getting the best seat in the house, in front of the window!
Still to date, the Spanish place that tops the list for me. Everything here is just so fresh and perfectly balanced. The combinations are bang on - light, fresh, tangy, herby, meaty... nothing is excessive and everything serves a purpose. Great job guys!
I love this place, i go here a few times per year with thw wife.
Great service, great food, great atmosphere.
I cant get enough, so i thought ide write a review to say keep up the good work guys.
Love ALL your dishes !!
Excellent service! I really enjoy the vibe here and the food is delicious and very presentable. Everything is great but on the pricey side. The spiced hot chocolate is very special and worth to try. Chicken wings and taco are nice. Other things are beyond the averages. Everything else was nice. Would have loved to try some dessert but we were too full.
Came here at 4.30pm on a Friday as we knew this place was going to get busy. We were right, by 5pm the restaurant was buzzing. Very friendly and attentive staff who on such a hot day, did not miss a beat when it came to ensuring we had enough water!
What we ordered: corn cobs, chicken wings, fish taco, pork quesadilla and chicken tostada. The corn cobs are NOT to be missed! Accompanied by amazing seasoning and chipotle sauce, I could honestly just eat 10 of those. The tacos and quesadilla were delicious and as for the tostada, though flavoursome, was sadly too spicy for me!
We would come back😃
AMAZING. Food, drinks, staff, atmosphere.. everything was so great. Great spice kick here and there. Had the fried fish taco (BEST dish of the night I felt), ox tongue/grilled fish tacos were great too!! The fried white bait and the kingfish collars are a MUST too. Our whole table couldn’t stop raving about the kingfish!!!
The dish you need to try is the corn on the cob. Topped with cheese, chilli and a squeeze of lemon this is a must dish that should be on everyone's bucket list. There is usually a line to get in, so if you see them at an event like TASTE - make the most of the opportunity and get the corn when you can.
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
+5
A very famous Mexican restaurant in Melbourne for sure. Perfect hangout spot to enjoy some tacos and drinks. We have had many different dishes and most of them are really good. The service is also really good as well, very friendly staff. There is usually a massive queue though, so either go early or go on weekdays if you want a table.
This place was buzzing with people. Staff were friendly and made sure we got a table, after a brief wait (and delicious drink at the bar). Tacos were delicious, full of flavour, fresh and not your standard boring fillings. The corn with cheese was awesome. A Melbourne icon for a reason!
Heard great things so headed in too see what the fuss was about. Venue was really nice and in a great location. Food was good but not great. It was also on the expensive side (as expected). Had the pork tacos which were a bit dry however the flavour was great. Also tried the ox tongue but was not a fan. Recommend getting some corn as an entree it was delicious.
I’ve waited so long to come here!! Arrived at 9 so beat the rush. The braised beef tostada was a highlight for sure. The meat is melt in your mouth and the flavour is good without being over powering. The fish taco is flavoursome and fresh. Def worth the wait.
Went here with the team and the boys. This place was mad. The malakias enjoyed their pork. They couldn’t get enough of it. They even tried the margaritas and other alcoholic beverages. The boss was over the moon and joined in with the malakias. Mickey Mouse this place
Great service. I always enjoy the vibe. Food is delicious and that’s why I don’t mind waiting in line for a table. I had a dish with cactus once and it was my favourite.
Beautiful Mexican food, but a little too expensive. My husband and I used to eat here regularly few years back, but the very loud music and endless waiting line changed that.
Came here last night for a friend’s birthday. The place was full on a weeknight. Waited at the bar then got seated pretty quickly at the table. Got the pork neck taco which was delicious, which we added salad on the side. I got the rockling which was a cold fish dish which I did not enjoy. My friends got the tongue taco which they loved! Cool spot for a cosy meal in the city
Everything is great, but on the pricey side. The spiced got chocolate is very special and worth to try. Chicken wings and taco are nice. Other things are beyond the averages. The dinner vide is quite dark, more for a date than friends meeting.
I was here when it was fairly new and had to line up to eat to just a couple of months ago, but nothing has changed in their cooking. It is still absolutely delicious! My friend and i shared
vegetarian dishes and the mushroom tostaditas was the clear winner! Yum!
Delicious! My favourite was the lamb rib cutlets, perfectly cooked and full of flavour, highly recommended! The tacos were yum - with lots of options to choose from. Definitely will visit again
My friend and I felt like Mexican in the city so we decided to try this place. Small wait for a table but that’s expected for a Friday night and no reservation. Staff were very attentive from the staff, explained their impressive tequila selection and offered to help with the menu. We ordered some tacos and the chicken mole verde which was yummy. I didn’t love the eggplant taco but everything else was nice. Would have loved to try some dessert but we were too full.
The best Mexican in Melbourne , Staff are wonderful and will help you choose the best items , however you haven’t properly been here until you have had the ox tongue tacos they’re that damn good !!
Love everything about this place! Such amazing food and drink. Incredible service and great atmosphere. The meats are all perfectly cooked and there is great variety for vegetarians too. Would definitely recommend this place for a nice night out but it is a bit pricey so be prepared to spend to get a food size meal.
Great fancy Mexican food. Good atmosphere. Most tables are bar tables with stools, which isn't a problem, unless you really care about traditional chairs.
Really friendly and helpful staff. Food came promptly and was hard to fault.
Hard to go wrong here, great service, good food, excellent vibe. We had the corn along with lamb, fish, and pork Tacos. All of them were good but the pork taco really stood out with how juicy the pulled pork was. Also recommend adding the jalapeño sauces as they were great.
Peta McConachie (Postcards from Peta)
+5
Came recommended to me by friends and family. We walked in and noticed mostly men in suits. Didn’t have a reservation and got one of the last tables. No nachos on the menu. But the tacos were the best we’d ever had!!
High ceilings, quite sophisticated mexican bar vibe. Table and bar seating available. Service is very friendly. I recommend everyone to come here. It’s hard to find mexican this good in Sydney.
Came back a year later with my mum and dad and didn’t like the corn tortillas, prefer flour. Mum doesn’t like coriander haha
We even got adventurous and tried the goat tostadas! They were great!
My favourite; Grilled fish tacos with achiote, red onion salsa, cabbage, lime and chipotle mayo - such amazing fish tacos! $7
Great service 👏 good food even though we didn't like the beef, barely touched it and had to return because sauce tasted weird.
I got wrong flavored drink served but the waitress was actively willing to fix the mistake.
She took the beef back and asked if we want anything else. We ordered second round of pork belly and fish tacos 🌮 because they were delicious. Definitely recommended to have those.
Octopus was a bit plain but we still ate it. Corn on cob was good too. We didn't get charged for beef which is nice because we didn't eat it.
At the end, we were happily surprised that the second round of tacos were complementary as well even though we didn't ask for free food. So, well done on customer service 👏 thank you
Amazing! Will be back and try more stuff! Love the tacos and our server (long hair guy, sorry I forgot to ask your name) is so attentive and even make sure I was ok with the food as I’m pregnant! Marvelous! Top notch service. Also we did ask about their famous corn ice cream and he made it happen for us! Such an amazing dinner. Thank you again and again! He deserves a reward!
The food was fantastic, the cocktails were amazing (highly recommend the Mexican Mojito) and the service was exceptional! One of the absolute best restaurants in Melbourne with a great vibe. A++
We loved our recent dinner at Mamasita. The staff are delightful and know their stuff: they helped us choose some tasty beverages. The food is knock-out delicious and probably the best Mexican in Melbourne. Try the degustation! The restaurant has a beautiful, magical atmosphere, and even the high tables are comfortable. We can't wait to come back. ❤️
Fantastic service. We were seated at the bar and I have to say we had the best seats in the house. The bartenders are so engaging, entertaining and KIND! Incredible group of humans, and it took the already amazing food to brand new heights for the evening. Thank you Mamasita!
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