4 Best Traditional Mexican Restaurants In Gretna, New Orleans / Louisiana

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1. Tacos del Cartel - New Orleans

4.4

$$$$

• Traditional mexican • Central Business District

Booked 16 times today

At Tacos del Cartel, brunch, lunch, and dinner are treated with intention. The menu celebrates Mexican cuisine through time-honored recipes, carefully prepared and thoughtfully executed. Each dish reflects the history of a different city in Mexico, honoring tradition, technique, and a genuine passion for the guest experience. All of this is complemented by a carefully designed ambiance with modern and Mexican touches—meant to be shared, enjoyed, and remembered.

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2. Tacos Del Cartel - Metairie

4.4

Awesome(63)

$$$$

• Traditional mexican • Metairie

Booked 5 times today

At Tacos del Cartel, brunch, lunch, and dinner are treated with intention. The menu celebrates Mexican cuisine through time-honored recipes, carefully prepared and thoughtfully executed. Each dish reflects the history of a different city in Mexico, honoring tradition, technique, and a genuine passion for the guest experience. All of this is complemented by a carefully designed ambiance with modern and Mexican touches—meant to be shared, enjoyed, and remembered.

3. Casimiro

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$$$$

• Traditional mexican • Bywater

Tucked into New Orleans' vibrant Bywater neighborhood on Louisa Street, Casimiro brings a distinct, Mexico City-style morning energy to the Big Easy's celebrated breakfast landscape. Behind this neighborhood gem are sisters Lydia and Chef Ana Castro, the powerhouses who also helm nearby *Acamaya*, which was recently ranked No. 30 on the prestigious North America’s 50 Best Restaurants list. The menu is a soul-warming showcase of traditional Mexican breakfast and lunch staples, featuring perfectly executed chilaquiles, huevos divorciados, comforting tortas, and house-nixtamalized masa, all complemented by morning essentials like rich café de olla. A prominent figure in the contemporary culinary scene, Chef Castro boasts multiple James Beard Award nominations—including a nod for Best Chef: South—bringing her hallmark technical discipline and deep regional specificity to a menu that honors the comforting flavors of her childhood.

4. Aguasanta

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4.6

Exceptional(10)

$$$$

• Traditional mexican • Carrollton

Booked 1 time today

Experience contemporary Mexican cuisine and elevated cocktails at Aguasanta in Uptown New Orleans, led by Chef-Owner Luis Nava. Our menu reimagines traditional Mexican flavors through a modern lens, combining fresh Gulf ingredients, bold techniques, vibrant shareable plates, and handcrafted cocktails inspired by the spirit of Mexico. Signature dishes include our slow-braised lamb shank, alongside creative seasonal offerings designed for sharing and exploration.Located on the vibrant Oak Street corridor near the historic Mississippi River and close to Audubon Park, Aguasanta offers a stylish and energetic atmosphere perfect for date nights, celebrations, and lively gatherings with friends. Guests can enjoy an elevated dining experience featuring curated cocktails, warm hospitality, contemporary design, and a unique blend of Mexican culture and New Orleans creativity.

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1. Tacos del Cartel - New Orleans

2. Tacos Del Cartel - Metairie

3. Casimiro

4. Aguasanta

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