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Hecho en Mexico South Yarra

Shop 7/478 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

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Find Hecho en Mexico South Yarra

Shop 7/478 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

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+61 461 260 540
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 1:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Hecho en Mexico South Yarra

Hecho en Mexico brings an energetic, color-splashed dining room to Chapel Street with uncompromised street-style flavors. Regulars come for the tight, no-nonsense burritos packed with marinated chicken and pinto beans, alongside birria tacos and crisp flautas drizzled in crema. Every table gets into the party spirit—the host circulates with sombreros and vibrant ponchos for group photos between rounds of Tommy margaritas. The kitchen gives equal weight to plant-based diners through a full vegan spread, serving up dairy-free nachos loaded with frijoles charros alongside smoky tofu fajitas.

  • Interactive Table Props: Staff circulate with sombreros, ponchos, and novelty photo props directly at tables during group dinners.
  • Dedicated Vegan Menu: A full plant-based lineup offers dairy-free nachos with frijoles charros, tofu fajitas, and vegan chili con carne.
  • Street-Style Staples: Serves tightly constructed chicken burritos, crisp flautas with crema, and rich birria tacos.
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Why Choose Hecho en Mexico South Yarra

Discover why locals and groups choose Hecho en Mexico for lively celebrations, authentic staples, and plant-based options.

  • Interactive Table Costumes and Props

    Guests enjoy lively dining with wearable sombreros and colorful ponchos provided right at the table for festive celebrations and group photos.

    The highlight of the night was when she offered us traditional Mexican costumes to wear for a group photo!

    Amir F

  • High-Energy Group Celebrations

    Vibrant music, colourful decor, and high-energy hospitality make it an ideal setting for group birthdays and celebratory nights out.

    The owner brought out mini and massive sombreros, gold chains for the birthday girl to wear, multi-coloured ponchos along with delicious food and margaritas.

    Simon Richards

  • Tightly Constructed Mexican Classics

    Burritos, tacos, and nachos are prepared without shortcuts, featuring tight wrapping, flavorful marinades, and balanced heat.

    Wrapped tight, no nonsense. Built properly. No sloppy, overreaching burrito nonsense.

    Aussie Bourdon

  • Freshly Prepared Street-Style Staples

    From crispy fried tacos to freshly melted cheese quesadillas and flautas, every dish delivers fresh ingredients and bold flavour.

    Must try the Birria tacos they were amazing, the staff were super friendly!

    sosek Sitrak

  • Dedicated Permanent Vegan Menu

    A dedicated permanent vegan menu featuring dairy-free cheeses, tofu fajitas, and vegan chilli con carne allows mixed dining groups to share effortlessly.

    Love seeing more places bringing in permanent vegan menus - @Hecho en Mexico now has a vegan menu of super delicious and freshly made street-style Mexican food.

    Trelawney

  • Welcoming Host Hospitality for Groups

    Attentive, personal hosting ensures families, friends, and kids feel immediately embraced and well cared for throughout their visit.

    Came here for dinner with friends and my young family and the staff were amazing and so friendly!

    Vi Crotty

Authentic Mexican favorites constructed with fresh ingredients and bold flavors

  • Burritos

    know its way around a proper burrito

    Aussie Bourdon

  • Loaded Nachos

    Loaded Nachos

    Amir F

  • Chicken Quesadillas

    Chicken Quesadillas The food was authentic, fresh, and full of flavor.

    Amir F

  • Birria Tacos

    Must try the Birria tacos they were amazing

    sosek Sitrak

Other favorites

Cocktails, traditional refreshments, and desserts to complement your celebration

  • Margaritas

    the margaritas were spot-on

    Shahryar Faraji

  • Horchata

    the horchata is so good

    Gabby

  • Mint Strawberry Margarita

    We also enjoy getting the mint strawberry margarita (jug recommended)

    Samuel Boyd

  • Churros

    churros and sizzling brownie . Omg ✨🥹 Too good !!

    anushree kane

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitable gestures and interactive details that elevate dining in South Yarra

  • Tabletop Costume Props & Photo Dress-Ups

    Guests are offered sombreros, ponchos, and costume props directly at tables for lively group photos.

  • Hands-On Host & Owner Hospitality

    The venue owner personally welcomes diners in authentic Spanish and orchestrates celebration details for parties.

  • Kid-Friendly Celebration Props & Souvenirs

    Young guests receive take-home sombreros, fake mustaches, and dress-up ponchos brought directly to the table.

  • Full Permanent Vegan Mexican Menu

    A dedicated permanent plant-based menu serves custom vegan nachos, tofu fajitas, and house vegan chili con carne.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there dedicated vegan options available?

Yes, the venue offers a dedicated vegan menu featuring plant-based nachos with vegan cheese and aioli, tofu fajitas, tacos, and enchiladas, alongside desserts like churros and sizzling brownies.

Do they provide sombreros and costume props for celebrations?

Yes, dining tables are supplied with wearable props like sombreros and multi-coloured ponchos, perfect for celebrations and group photos.

Is outdoor and dog-friendly seating available?

Yes, outdoor seating is available along Chapel Street, and staff even provide water bowls for dining with dogs.

Can the restaurant accommodate large groups or parties?

Yes, the restaurant accommodates large groups and parties, hosting tables of 10 to 16 guests with quick service, interactive props, and shareable margaritas.

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