Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico in the heart of Amsterdam

Our Roots

Love for gastronomy, hospitality and traveling started in Hotel school de Hague

When the journey took us to Mexico 7 years ago, this is where we fell in love with the Mexican cuisine and really lacked it in Amsterdam. Then we started to work with Mexican chefs from different regions to create an authentic menu for Amsterdam.

The vibrant streets of Mexico, live music, everywhere you can smell the delicious foods and bbq, you can get the delicious flavor of tacos in every corner in the street, you can personalize it with the salsa and perfect to pair with an ice cold margarita.

We experienced this and wanted to bring this enjoyment of food and drink back to Amsterdam.

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We started in Magna Plaza 4 years ago, as a small taqueria in a food hall in Dam Square.  In the beginning it was hard, guests didn’t understand the cuisine. They didn’t really know what it was, people wanted cutlery and were wondering what the blue pancake was. Soon we received extremely good comments from the Mexicans visiting us and that created a snowball effect: ”best Mexican food we have had outside of Mexico”  We stayed true to the Mexican cuisine and gave us more motivation to keep going to let others know more about the cuisine. And over time we became the #1 Mexican restaurant in Amsterdam and have been in that position the last few years. We still go back every year to Mexico to the different regions to keep improving our skills and collaborations. We try to keep improving and stay on our mission to let people know Mexican cuisine is the best cuisine in the world.

Since that time when we started from a small taqueria in a mall, we have grown to our own restaurant in Leidseplein and then even expanded to create a Latin cocktail bar, De Margaritabar, just next door to us! We are excited for you to experience how we felt in Mexico.

Tacos & Tequila
Recommended
Restaurant Guru
2023
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Explore Our Menu

Discover a wide range of traditional Mexican dishes and refreshing drinks.

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of our Mexican bar and restaurant.

Imagine us in your next special event serving up delicious tacos! 

Contact us using the link below, or send us an email at: hola@tacosentequila.nl

Groovy Latin Nights with a live DJ next door at De Margaritabar!

Every Friday and Saturday.
Dance the night away with a margarita in your hand and feeling the Latin music and flavors from 21:00-02:00. You are welcome whenever, to just have a drink, dinner, or dance!

Margarita Time at De Margaritabar!

2 for 1 Margaritas from 16:00-18:00

Authentic

Experience the best of Mexico, in the heart of Amsterdam

Indulge in the Authentic Mexican Atmosphere and Flavors

Atmosphere

A piece of Mexico on our cozy terrace...

Did you know our plants are the Yucca Rostrata which is the cousin of the agave plant? Agave is the key to create the amazing tequila and mezcal. We wanted our guests to feel like they are in Mexico surrounded by it's nature.

Experience

Meant to be shared and mixed!

Embark on a journey to Mexico through our food and drinks. By sharing and mixing flavors that transport you to the bustling streets of Mexico. We invite you to savor tradition with a modern twist. Salud Amigos!

Authentic

Jump on our 6 year journey with us!

We invite you on our journey of the last 6 years through different Mexican regions, each featuring their unique tequilas and mezcal. We love to share our experience with everyone who comes into our restaurant.

About Us

Meet Our Team

Get to know the talented individuals who make it all happen.

Zury
Assistant Manager

I’m from Colombia and have been living in the Netherlands for 6 years. I love reading and learning new things! When I first came to Tacos & Tequila I fell in love with the people and pollo burrito!

Martijn
Manager

I am the husband of Zury and father of our beautiful daughter Emma! I love fishing and I love Tacos & Tequila because I am a Tequilaholic!

Joselyn
Service

Since I was 4 years old I lived in Gran Canaria and only 3 months ago I moved to the Netherlands for a better future for me and my family. I love to dance and love to eat! The first time I ate at Tacos & Tequila, I fell in love with the torta de pollo! It’s a must try.

Nuno
Bar Manager

I am Portuguese and a mixology lover! I love Tacos & Tequila because here I found the different influences of Latin culture that makes me feel like home.

Karen
Service

I am from Mexico City and my favorite dish from the menu is the torta with the tequila mayonnaise! Tacos & Tequila is like a family to me, when I’m working I feel like I am back in Mexico.

Erick
Chef Cook

I love cooking and being innovative. In my free time I like to travel, meet new people from other cultures and dance like a good Latino that I am. Always with the best attitude to any circumstances of life, that’s my motto.

Memo
Bar

I am from Mexico City. I love to play the drums, travel gives me years of life, and I try to taste all the beers of each country in the world.

We're hiring!

Send us your CV if you're interested in joining our family.

Take a Look

Explore Our Menu

Discover a wide range of traditional Mexican dishes and refreshing drinks.

Reservations

Book Your Table

Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of our Mexican bar and restaurant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to commonly asked questions about our Mexican tacos and cocktails bar and restaurant in Amsterdam.

How can I book for more than 4 people?

Send us an email at hola@tacosentequila.nl or fill out the form below and we'll contact you right away ;)

Do you accept cash?

No, we do not accept cash for the safety of our company and team. We only accept card payments!

Do you offer vegan options?

Yes! We have a wide variety of plant-based options (see menu). Please mention to your server to make your dish fully vegan.

Is our meat Halal?

Yes they are. Here's a link of our supplier's halal certificate.

I have allergies

Our menu is set to have the common allergy icon, such as contains gluten, but we can NOT 100% guarantee zero traces. Please inform your server when you dine with us for any allergies. We also have an allergy list available upon request.

Are we kids-friendly?

Yes, we have a baby chair and baby changing table available. We do not have a set kids menu, but meals can be adjusted to your child’s liking.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, you as an owner are responsible and we are not liable. Please keep in mind there might be other dogs around and the restaurant does get busy from 17:00 on. Let us know if you would like a water bowl!

Still have questions?

Contact us for more information or inquiries.

What they say about us

Read what our customers have to say about their dining experiences. You can also leave us a review or view all comments from our happy customers :)

The food at this restaurant is absolutely delicious!

John Doe

Google Reviews

The best tacos I've ever had! Totally recommend this place!

Jane Smith

TripAdvisor

The cocktails are top-notch and the atmosphere is fantastic!

David Johnson

The Fork

I highly recommend this place for authentic Mexican cuisine.

Sarah Williams

TripAdvisor

The service is excellent and the staff is very friendly.

Michael Brown

Google Reviews

A must-visit for taco lovers!

Emily Davis

The Fork

Reservations

Group Bookings

Please fill out this form if you want to book a table for a group of +6 guests.

Our dishes are meant to be shared and mixed! Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options available.
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