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Best Mexican Food in Brooklyn

Discover the true flavor of Mexico: La Lupe Cantina
Only Fresh Ingredients

Only Fresh Ingredients

Taqueria y Cantina, food marinades and salsas made fresh. Tequilas, mezcals, and all Mexican beers are served at the bar, and our margaritas and palomas are great. We try to keep the flavors simple and authentic, our service is casual and friendly, and we want every customer to come, eat, drink, have a good time, and leave satisfied.
Made From Scratch Recipes

Made From Scratch Recipes

Discover the delicious tastes of homemade Mexican cuisine at La Lupe! Our menu is bursting with family recipes that are sure to please, like mouthwatering chorizo and slow-roasted carnitas. Plus, we have plenty of house salsas for those who love a little spice in their lives! Come enjoy our fresh flavors today.
Only Homemade Tortillas

Only Homemade Tortillas

Come experience true Mexican flavor with our freshly made homemade tortillas! Our commitment to handmade, organic-based tasty treats sets us apart from other restaurants in the area. Don't miss out on this opportunity for an amazing culinary adventure - try them today!
Voted Top 10 Birria in Town!

Voted Top 10 Birria in Town!

Our birria is crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail! Each batch is slowly simmered for hours until it's mouthwateringly tender and full of flavor. Taste why we're known as the best in town!

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Great cozy place! Had the salad with BBQ chicken and some tacos. Great prices and tasty food! The salad was delicious and filling. The margs and cocktails were refreshing.

Nate S.

The food is so good, it's very cozy and feels like home when you walk in. Went with my ex-boyfriend's mom for the first time, and had tequila, very delicious. The second time went with my ex-best friend, she said the food was very good. They accept cash and card.

Ruth V.

Super cute cantina with cheap drinks, friendly service, and good food. We got the queso fundido for the table which I would highly recommend. Super flavorful with lots of chorizo and served with quality tortilla chips. I had the Al Pastor and Carnitas tacos and both were very tender with a good marinade of spices.

Gabe H.

Had the tacos and they were AMAZING! Pork was so well seasoned and tender. I got takeout but also looked like a great place to sit as well.

Kira B.

I just had a really pleasant dining experience at La Lupe. The restaurant vibe and feel is great, cozy and dim with nice decorations and art. The margaritas are pretty good and come in different flavors like hibiscus and tamarind. To eat I ordered the chicken flauta which was quite good after I added some hot salsa. Good value for $8

Alex A.

Excellent, really solid tacos here (albeit a little pricey but) 10x better than the truck that's sitting outside on Myrtle. Good atmosphere inside, and a large selection of Hot Sauces. Good veggie tacos! Vegetarian options: They have good veggie tacos and other vegetarian sides and appetizers.

Myca P.

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Our Interesting History

Our Interesting History

La Lupe Cantina is one of the finest restaurant in NY. We not only offer amazing food but also serve it in a pleasant atmosphere that'll have you coming back for more. Our talented, experienced chefs create amazing dishes using fresh ingredients and traditional recipes. Exotic sauces and flavors intermingle on your plate, and the hot, tangy aromas waft up to meet your nose, creating an exciting taste journey you can experience only in our restaurant.
Carrying on the Tradition

Carrying on the Tradition

From the heart of Brooklyn, Karla brings to you a mother-daughter love affair. In 2015 she decided that it was her time and took the plunge into starting something wonderful - this restaurant as an homage to her beloved Mom Lupe! Here in its walls is preserved traditional Mexican cooking techniques passed down through generations and recipes comprised by family secrets... And coupled with sheer dedication & hard work, comes stunningly authentic tastes made especially for us neighborhood folk. Come take part in their passionate story today…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are you known for?

We’re known for Mexican food in Brooklyn, including birria tacos, hearty burritos, seafood enchiladas, and chilaquiles for breakfast or brunch.

  • Latin American Food: Mexican favorites span birria tacos, seafood enchiladas, breakfast dishes, and sweets like tres leches cake and churros. Examples include Birria Taco, Enchiladas Suizas Shrimp, Huevos Rancheros, Tres Leches Cake, and Churros (2).
  • Mexican Food: Tacos, burritos, and enchiladas come with meat, seafood, or vegetable options, alongside pozole and green chilaquiles. Examples include Al Pastor Taco, Veggie Burrito, Enchiladas Suizas Chicken, Pozole soup, and Green Chilaquiles brunch.
  • Tacos: Taco options range from birria and carnitas to fish, shrimp, and vegetables, with broth-and-birria combinations also available. Examples include Birria Taco, Carnitas Taco, Fish Taco, Shrimp Taco, Veggie Taco, and Caldo and 2 Birria Tacos.
  • Chicken: Chicken dishes include tortilla soup, flautas, tortas, enchiladas, and green chilaquiles, with tinga options among the offerings. Examples include Chicken tortilla Soup, Chicken Flautas, Chicken Tortas, Enchiladas Suizas Chicken, and Chilaquiles Verdes Tinga.
  • Burritos: Burritos feature fillings ranging from birria, carnitas, and chorizo to chicken, seafood, and vegetables. Examples include Birria Burrito, Carnitas Burrito, Chorizo Burrito, Chicken Burrito, Shrimp Burrito, and Veggie Burrito.

Additionally, explore Seafood, Breakfast, Brunch, Enchiladas, Tostadas, Birria, Drinks, Tortas, Soups, and Fish.

What meals do you serve?

We serve Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner

Do you offer delivery or takeout?

Yes, we offer Takeout

Where are you located?

We are located in Brooklyn, NY at 9 Jefferson Street

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: New York, Jersey City, Brooklyn, East Williamsburg, Clinton Hill, Bushwick, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Williamsburg, Fort Greene, Ridgewood, Brooklyn Manor, Hoboken, Crown Heights, Downtown, Greenpoint, Brooklyn Navy Yard, Park Slope, Brownsville, Union City, and Prospect Lefferts Gardens.

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Map showing the location of La Lupe Cantina on 9 Jefferson Street in Brooklyn
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