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Mexican Street Food by Little Flock

81 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

Recommended by 48 people

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Find Mexican Street Food by Little Flock

81 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

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+61 3 9907 3248
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 6:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 6:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 6:00 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 6:00 – 10:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mexican Street Food by Little Flock

Northcote’s stop for authentic Mexican street food skips tired Tex-Mex staples for rotating regional snacks and small plates. Run by welcoming hosts who brought their recipes straight back from travels through Mexico, the kitchen turns out crisp tlayudas, tender quesabirria with rich dipping consommé, and crunch-loaded chicken flautas. Regulars pair shared plates with a chilled michelada or Paloma before an evening show down High Street, saving room for house-made flan at the end.

  • Regional Street Food Focus: Small-plate menu pivots around regional bites like tlayudas, tlacoyos, and flautas instead of heavy Tex-Mex burritos.
  • Rotating Seasonal Plates: Curated seasonal list of around eight small sharing plates that rotate regularly based on fresh ingredients.
  • Owner-Run Hospitality: Hands-on hospitality from owners sharing recipes, culinary techniques, and travel stories from Mexico.
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Why Dine at Mexican Street Food by Little Flock

Fresh regional street dishes, changing seasonal menus, and heartfelt hospitality on High Street.

  • Authentic Regional Street Bites

    Dishes are deliberately served as small-format street bites such as tlayudas, tlacoyos, and flautas rather than heavy, generic Tex-Mex combos.

    the menu is authentic Mexican street food, so don’t expect burritos and quesadillas, instead enjoy their fresh, street food style bites.

    Olivia Hall

  • Rotating Curated Blackboard Dishes

    The menu focuses on a tight, regularly rotating lineup of approximately eight seasonal plates crafted with balanced flavours and fresh ingredients.

    Such authentic fresh flavours. Tried four or five different dishes out of the eight or so available. Birria my fave.

    Chris Kavadis

  • Deeply Transportive Mexican Flavours

    Diners consistently note how the vibrant, nuanced flavours capture the genuine profiles of traditional dishes experienced in Mexico and North America.

    The food was absolutely incredible - fresh, flavourful, and truly authentic. You can tell everything is made with care and love.

    Marlo Vetter

  • Welcoming Regular-Style Care

    Hosts greet guests warmly and make newcomers feel instantly at ease, fostering an intimate, neighbourhood regular feel from the first visit.

    The owners treat everyone like they're regulars, you immediately feel welcome and like you've been there every night for years.

    Hannah Schneider

  • Hospitality Rooted in Passion

    The hosts take genuine time to engage with tables, offering warm conversation and sharing deep knowledge of regional Mexican culinary culture.

    The owners are lovely people, genuinely so passionate about Mexican cuisine and keen to share their experiences and knowledge gained from their travels.

    Elektra Sh

  • Vibrant Pre-Event Drinks and Sharing

    The vibrant front-of-house vibe, pairing curated agave drinks with sharing dishes, makes it a go-to spot for celebrations or casual pre-gig dining.

    Snagged a table as an early walk in on Friday night before a gig. What a bloody delight this place was.

    Clinton Gresham

Authentic Mexican street food favorites and sharing plates

  • Birria Tacos

    The birria tacos were filling and heavy with slow cooked beef and bitey cheese.

    Olivia Hall

  • Tlayuda

    Tlayuda which has a crisp corn tortilla with a smear of bean sauce covered with lettuce, cheese and avocado

    Michael B

  • Empanadas

    we enjoyed the tacos and empanadas , which were particularly impressive. The flavour of every dish was perfectly balanced, making it a standout.

    M Zubair

  • Flautas de Pollo

    The flautas was actually the star of the show, crunchy and fresh with zesty pico de gallo.

    Olivia Hall

Other favorites

Traditional Mexican desserts and signature cocktails to complete your meal

  • Flan

    Top spot goes to the flan for dessert. Probably the best dessert I’ve ever had.

    Patrick McKenzie-McHarg

  • Margarita

    Margaritas were fresh, tortillas were authentic, and everything else was flavorful and refreshing.

    Courtney Rambo

  • Paloma

    a lovely tequila/grapefruit cocktail called a Paloma

    Gerii Caulfield

  • Tres Leches

    Dessert is a must-have - both the flan and tres leches are to die for!

    Elektra Sh

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful personal details and authentic touches that elevate your dining experience

  • Culinary travel storytelling from the owners

    Owners Michael and Miroslawa take time to engage directly with guests, eagerly sharing culinary background, recipes, and personal stories gathered while traveling across Mexico.

  • House negra habanero sauce at every table

    Table setups include house-provided condiments such as pungent negra habanero sauce to allow guests to customize the heat and flavor of their fresh tacos.

  • Authentic regional specialties rarely seen locally

    A rotating offering of regional Mexican specialties, including tlayudas, tlacoyos, and flautas, brings dishes rarely encountered on standard Tex-Mex menus to Melbourne.

  • Intuitive vegetarian and gluten-free accommodation

    The kitchen accommodates dietary needs with ease, offering thoughtful vegetarian and naturally gluten-free regional items like blue corn tlacoyos and zucchini flower tostadas without sacrificing authentic flavor.

Before you head over

Practical advice on reservations, ordering format, and seasonal menus for your visit

  • Reserve in Advance

    Tables fill quickly and walk-in spots before gigs or peak hours can be scarce, so securing a reservation beforehand is strongly advised.

  • Order Multiple Sharing Plates

    Instead of large individual entrees or Western Tex-Mex staples, plan to share four to five small street food plates across the table.

  • Catch Limited Seasonal Menus

    Dishes rotate frequently with the seasons, so if there is a specific seasonal bite like birria or tlayudas on the chalkboard, order it early.

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