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CDMX Brunswick East

315 Lygon St, Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia

Recommended by 46 people

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Find CDMX Brunswick East

315 Lygon St, Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia

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+61 480 847 818
HoursMonday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:45 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:30 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 12:45 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About CDMX Brunswick East

CDMX brings proper taquería energy to Lygon Street—fast, loud, and built for hands-on eating. Melbourne taco regulars head straight for the beef birria, grilled crisp and plunged into cups of spiced broth. Expat diners confirm the kitchen hits home, while halal eaters get quiet confidence from staff who readily isolate grill prep. Splash everything with house chilli oil, split the parmesan fries, and wash it down with a cold margarita.

  • Halal Birria & Dipping Broth: Tender halal beef folded into crisp grilled tortillas, paired with warm spiced broth for dipping.
  • Cross-Contamination Safeguards: Kitchen staff proactively offer separate preparation and grill space for guests ordering halal meats.
  • Mexican-Japanese Birria Ramen: Rich traditional birria broth poured over springy noodles for an inventive cross-cultural bowl.
  • Midweek Games & Specials: Wednesday bingo sessions and rounds of Lotería bring crowd energy alongside weeknight food specials.
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What's On at CDMX Brunswick East

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Why Diners Choose CDMX Brunswick East

From slow-simmered halal birria and inventive noodle bowls to vibrant game nights, secure your spot at Brunswick East's favorite neighborhood taquería.

  • Succulent Beef Birria with Rich Dipping Consommé

    CDMX crafts slow-cooked beef birria that remains exceptionally succulent, served in crisp tortillas alongside a deeply seasoned, warm consommé designed for dipping.

    You MUST get the birria tacos, the consommé is chefs kissssss. The beef was so tender and juicy

    Limmy

  • Inventive Mexican-Japanese Birria Ramen

    The kitchen pairs rich, slow-simmered Mexican birria broth with classic noodles, producing a comforting Japanese-Mexican fusion bowl unavailable at traditional taquerías.

    I'm not sure how they did it but they somehow curated the perfect blend of Mexican and Japanese flavours and textures.

    LoriM_Food&Travel

  • Reassuring Care for Halal Preparation

    Halal diners enjoy complete peace of mind thanks to certified halal beef and a proactive kitchen team dedicated to separate food preparation to avoid cross-contamination.

    Their beef is halal, and the staff thoughtfully offered to prepare our order separately to prevent cross contamination.

    Cindy K

  • Authentic Taste Approved by Mexican Expats

    Expats and seasoned travellers find comforting reassurance in recipes, salsas, and flavours that genuinely reflect the street-food culture of Mexico City.

    they really taste authentic, and you should definitely believe it from a Mexican living in Melbs.

    Abraham Hernandez

  • High-Value Midweek Dining Deals

    Weekly budget-friendly promotions, including high-value Taco Tuesday plates and discounted Monday tacos, make dining out accessible and economical without sacrificing quality.

    We went for Taco Tuesday, which in this economy is such a steal!

    Megan Cornejo

  • Lively Community Bingo and Lotería Nights

    Midweek dining turns into an engaging social night out with structured community games, including Wednesday night bingo and traditional Lotería with prizes.

    Came on a Wednesday and played bingo, which had superb prizes. Would recommend for a cheap night with good food!

    Jordan Leizert

Signature dishes and crowd favourites praised by diners.

  • Birria Tacos

    The Birria Taco was rich, juicy, and packed with flavor, especially when dipped in the warm consommé.

    Cindy K

  • Birria Ramen

    The birria ramen was flavourful, the broth was amazing!

    Heidi Cheung

  • Gringa

    the gringa was perfectly cooked

    Louela A

  • Lamb Barbacoa

    First time trying authentic slow-cooked BARBACOA! and it’s next level. Fresh salsas, handmade textures, that perfect balance of flavour, and the jalapeño ( a must! ) kick just ties it all together.

    Siraprapa Pongpak

Other favorites

Complement your feast with standout street sides, house chilli oil, and classic Mexican sweets.

  • Loaded Fries

    I was particularly impressed by the loaded fries, which were covered in a generous amount of parmesan cheese.

    Lina Meier

  • Mexican Chilli Oil

    It added the perfect kick and was honestly so delicious that I wish they sold it by the jar so I can take home

    Limmy

  • Churros

    The churros were crunchy and fresh and the perfect way to end the meal.

    Angela

  • Corn Cob

    The corn cob was also great, nicely seasoned with cheese and really tasty.

    Lily107

Beyond the menu

Small, thoughtful hospitality gestures that elevate your visit—book your table to experience them firsthand.

  • Proactive Halal Prep Care

    When guests request halal dining, the kitchen team proactively offers to prepare orders separately to prevent any cross-contamination.

  • Surprise Table Tasters

    Waitstaff frequently enhance the dining experience with unprompted surprises, including complimentary tasters like fresh kingfish tostadas.

  • Complimentary House Sauce

    Diners are treated to the kitchen's signature homemade Mexican house sauce offered complimentary alongside their meal.

  • Owner-Offered Margaritas

    The welcoming owner often circulates through the dining room and surprises patrons with complimentary margaritas.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on dietary prep, birria dining, and midweek entertainment. Reserve your table to secure your spot for the feast.

  • Ask for separate halal preparation

    The beef is halal, and staff will thoughtfully prepare your order separately to prevent cross-contamination if requested.

  • Prepare for hands-on birria dipping

    The slow-cooked beef birria tacos are exceptionally juicy and messy, so prepare to eat with your hands, dip into the warm consommé, and finish with house Mexican chilli oil.

  • Drop in midweek for deals and game nights

    Head in on Tuesday for wallet-friendly taco deals or stop by on Wednesday evening for drinks paired with bingo and Lotería competitions.

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