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Welcome to Lucha Cartel

Lucha Cartel, located in Philadelphia, is a vibrant Mexican joint offering a unique dining experience. With a focus on fresh and flavorful dishes, Lucha Cartel boasts a diverse menu featuring tacos, enchiladas, and specialty margaritas. The restaurant's enticing atmosphere, outdoor seating, and laid-back vibe make it a perfect spot for gatherings and casual dining. Customers rave about the nachos, quesabirria tacos, and signature margaritas, highlighting the bold flavors and generous portions. Although service may vary, Lucha Cartel's delicious food and cool decor make it a must-visit for Mexican cuisine lovers looking for a fun night out.

Lucha Cartel: Reviews & Ratings

Grace A.
Grace A.

Absolutely delish. Have been at least twice in the last month!!! Amazing tacos especially the special fried chicken ones.... Margs also made me feel cray

Erin C.
Erin C.

The atmosphere is fun and the food was pretty good. Our group of 6 came in on a Wednesday evening for dinner. I got the steak tacos and refried beans. We split 2 baskets of the $3 tortilla chips and salsa. We did one red and one verde salsa. The red is a chunkier salsa and the verde is creamier. Both were fresh and delicious with ample chips to share! The steak tacos were tender and flavorful. The beans were creamy and had some cheese on them. The only reason for the 4 stars was the service. While our waiter was kind and pleasant, he took a very long time to take our order and a long time after we were finished to get us our bills. The place wasn't overwhelmingly busy and he was playing on his phone near the bar talking to other employees while we waited to order. He's human and we get it though. Overall, we enjoyed our food and drinks. We would visit again.

Tori F.
Tori F.

Covered outdoor seating, excellent nachos with a generous amount of toppings, and insane quesabirria tacos (available Friday-Sunday only per the menu). Service was a bit slow but we weren't in a rush.

Melissa P.
Melissa P.

Waleed best bartender ever! You want something spicy. .see Waleed! At Lucha Cartel. Best Margarita's in Philadelphia!

Katharine T.
Katharine T.

We had the shrimp enchiladas, asada & al pastor tacos, bean dip, and elotes (roasted corn). Everything tasted good including the spicy salsa. We ordered a large pitcher of the El Santo Margarita which didn't taste any different or better than a regular margarita, I would skip on that one. It is priced higher than the others so we were hoping it would be better or stronger. Service was also lacking. Not sure if it's because we were a group of 6 or more which meant automatic 20% gratuity is added. The decor is very cool and unique.

J P.
J P.

Solid little Mexican restaurant in the heart of old city. I was leaving work and walking back to the hotel. Just wanted some tacos and chips. Nothing too special. It was a rainy weekday so the restaurant wasn't too crowded. I was able to get a table right away. My waiter came over and took my order. I ordered steak tacos. It came out hot and fresh. I would recommend them. The waiter kept my water glass filled and checked in on me. I do recommend this place.

Scot W.
Scot W.

The decor of this place is amazing and the service was friendly and fast. We split some nachos and each got a taco platter--quesabirria for me, sweet potato for my friend. The quesabirria was excellent and the portion was generous. My friend enjoyed her sweet potato tacos quite a bit.

Mariesa C.
Mariesa C.

Came here for a quick bite on a Saturday afternoon and it was surprisingly quiet, but we had a great experience! There was one bartender/server taking care of tables and drinks and doing a great job. The margaritas were tasty and so was the food we (guac, tacos, and empandas)! Overall a nice experience and felt relaxed since it wasn't too busy. Prices were good for old city as well. I'd definitely come back here!

Janine A.
Janine A.

Mysterio margarita- YES. MA'AM Carne asada taco- YAAAASSS Chips & guac- Also yaaaasss Service- fabulous

Shanice G.
Shanice G.

For some reason I thought this place would be light bright but it's a very dark pub bar sort of feel. I opted for just the empanadas which isn't really ground chicken as described on the menu but more pulled. I reallyyyy enjoyed them. My friends had the quesabirria which they liked - very filling. It's been awhile since I've had a good margarita and this place had some good ones. I had the pineapple jalapeño. We also did 6 shots of patron ($90) which was a wee bit pricey but to fair they were pretty hefty shots. Id come here for drinking and apps again but not for dinner.

Location

  • Lucha Cartel
    207 Chestnut St Philadelphia, PA 19106 Hotline: (267) 761-9209

Welcome to Lucha Cartel, a vibrant and exciting Mexican restaurant located in Philadelphia, PA. This establishment offers a unique blend of Mexican cuisine in a lively and casual atmosphere.

Lucha Cartel is known for its delicious tacos, with a special mention of the fried chicken tacos that customers have raved about. The margaritas are also a hit, described as delish and capable of making you feel cray in the best way possible.

Customers have praised the restaurant for its covered outdoor seating, providing a comfortable dining experience. The nachos are a must-try, loaded with generous toppings, and the quesabirria tacos are a crowd favorite available on Fridays through Sundays.

The staff, particularly bartender Waleed, has received high praise for their friendly and attentive service. The shrimp enchiladas, asada, al pastor tacos, bean dip, and elotes are all highly recommended dishes that showcase the restaurant's commitment to flavorful and authentic Mexican cuisine.

Despite some minor issues with service speed, the overall dining experience at Lucha Cartel is a positive one. The unique decor adds to the ambiance of the restaurant, making it a memorable dining destination in Philadelphia.

For those looking for a fun and delicious Mexican dining experience, Lucha Cartel is a fantastic choice. Make sure to try the unique dishes and refreshing margaritas for a truly satisfying meal.