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Perla Tacos

9/61 Surf Coast Hwy, Torquay VIC 3228, Australia

Recommended by 28 people

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9/61 Surf Coast Hwy, Torquay VIC 3228, Australia

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+61 3 4241 2290
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Perla Tacos

Perla Tacos delivers vibrant Mexican cooking right along the Surf Coast Highway, turning quick road trip pit stops into memorable feasts. Diners often point to the crisp house-made tortilla chips and fresh guacamole as the benchmark, alongside slow-cooked beef and crispy birria folded into warm corn tortillas. Tables come stocked with an assortment of homemade hot sauces—including a sweet-heat chipotle mango blend you can bottle and take home. Between tender prawn tacos, smoked rice, and a chilled classic margarita, it hits every craving with fresh produce and zero shortcuts.

  • House-made tortilla chips: Freshly fried in-house and served alongside scratch-made guacamole.
  • Signature bottled hot sauces: Tables offer an extensive lineup of house chili sauces, including chipotle mango, available to purchase by the bottle.
  • Coastal Mexican staples: Crispy birria, slow-cooked meats, and fresh seafood paired with classic margaritas and cocktails.
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Why Diners Choose Perla Tacos

Handmade corn chips, curated hot sauces, and vibrant coastal dining right in Torquay.

  • Scratch-Made Chips and Authentic Guacamole

    Crispy birria and prawn tacos are paired with scratch-made tortilla chips and fresh guacamole seasoned with real care.

    We have been to Mexico and all the mission districts in Cali and these are the best Guac and house made tortilla chips ever!

    Sam Mugg

  • Bottled In-House and Artisanal Hot Sauces

    Diners can customize tacos and nachos with homemade specialty blends like chipotle mango sauce, which are also bottled to take home.

    Assortment of chilli sauce for you to add (and buy).

    Elaine Sung

  • Ideal Coastal Road Trip Refuel Point

    Positioned along the Surf Coast Highway, it serves as a high-flavor lunch and dinner stop for travellers driving between Melbourne, Adelaide, or Apollo Bay.

    We dropped in here on our trip from Melbourne to Adelaide. We didn't have high expectations, we just wanted to eat something quick on the road, meanwhile we found a great place with extremely nice service and delicious food!

    Patrycja Witek

  • Convenient Stop Off the Surf Coast Walk

    Situated right by the surf shop precinct, the kitchen turns a casual afternoon surf stroll into an unexpectedly memorable dining highlight.

    Stopped here for lunch after wandering around the surf shop precinct. Do yourself a favour and make sure you make a stop at Perla if you are in Torquay!

    Melissa Trembath

  • Handcrafted Margaritas and Cocktails

    Freshly shaken classic margaritas and refreshing palermos are paired seamlessly with loaded nachos and tacos in a welcoming environment.

    I had nachos, tacos and margaritas. All were delicious. The woman who made the margaritas did a superb job

    Daniel Tomkin

  • Vibrant Yet Relaxed Mexican Atmosphere

    A lively soundtrack and upbeat coastal dining atmosphere make every visit feel vibrant yet comfortably laid-back.

    From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels vibrant yet comfortable, with a lively Mexican-inspired setting that immediately sets the tone for a great meal.

    Indi Hamilton

Customer favorites and signature coastal Mexican specialties

  • Prawn Tacos

    Stumbled upon this restaurant by chance and was surprised by the delicious prawn tacos!

    Beatrice Koh

  • Birria Tacos

    The Birra tacos were so good I didn’t get a chance to make a photo of them. Seriously sooooooo gooood!!!!

    Sam Mugg

  • Grande Nachos

    We particularly love the grande nachos, the tasty tacos (fish, black bean, and cauliflower are our faves) and the assortment of authentic and local hot sauces.

    Eric T

  • Cauliflower Banh Mi Burrito

    The enchilada is particularly good, as is the cauliflower banh mi burrito.

    John Powers

Other favorites

Sides, sips, and sweets to complete your feast

  • Churros

    Followed by great value 4 churros with chocolate sauce. Generous serves and all cooked to perfection.

    Heather Bienefelt

  • Margaritas

    And of course the margaritas are perfect.

    Mads Alison Jane

  • Smoked Rice

    I’ve never been rice person but the smoked rice was a delicious surprise!

    Monica S

  • Loaded Fries

    Had the birria, beef, prawn and fish tacos. And the loaded fries.

    Anita N

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful culinary details and attentive hospitality touches that elevate dining in Torquay.

  • Curated & Take-Home Hot Sauce Selection

    Guests can explore a dedicated lineup of house-made varieties like chipotle mango as well as local hot sauces at the table, with full bottles available to purchase and take home.

  • House-Made Tortilla Chips & Scratch Tostadas

    Rather than mass-produced wholesale chips, tortilla chips and crunchy tostadas are prepared from scratch in-house to accompany fresh guacamole and loaded nachos.

  • Vigilant Coeliac & Allergy Care

    Staff offer dedicated care for diners with dietary restrictions, maintaining strict cross-contamination protocols for coeliacs and accommodating vegan requests.

  • Attentive Accommodations for Fussy Kids

    Front-of-house staff actively assist families dining with fussy kids, tailoring orders and swaps so younger guests enjoy their meal alongside adults.

Before you head over

Practical dining advice for ordering, dietary needs, and coastal road trip visits.

  • Sample and take home the hot sauces

    Explore the tabletop selection of authentic and local hot sauces, including house-made chipotle mango, or purchase a bottle to take home.

  • Ask staff about strict dietary accommodations

    Coeliac diners can confidently order gluten-free items, as staff maintain strict care with no cross-contamination.

  • Plan a convenient stop during coastal travel

    Located along the Surf Coast Highway, it serves as an easy refuel during coastal trips or after visiting the nearby surf shop precinct.

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