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Cafe Pacifico

1/F, 95 Riley Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2010, Australia
(02) 9360 3811
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Ranked #318 of 2,951 restaurants in Sydney
4.0 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Cuisines: Mexican
Dining options: Reservations
Neighbourhood: Inner East
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Neighbourhood: Inner East
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Melbourne, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

I'm a big fan of Mexican - in particular Californian Mexican, and Cafe Pacifico has the best mexican food I've found in Australia. Great food; Great atmosphere; Good location. I factor a visit in for every Sydney trip. More

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Sydney, Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

This restaurant is loud, with a funky atmosphere. It is great for groups who are drinking and willing to take advantage of the amazing cocktails! The food is delicious and seems clean, as too many Mexican restaurants seem that they are going to give me food poisoning! Its an expensive night but definitely worth it for a real quintessential and... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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63 reviews 63 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

We dined as par of a group and had a fixed menu. Kind of light on all courses with no real stand out dishes. However it's a busy cafe and the drinks are good...if not a bit overpriced for a jug of a cocktail for $89. It your into tequila - your sure to have a good time. More

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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

This restaurant was booked for a large group of ladies networking all over Australia. We had a set menu that came out to the middle of the tables and we helped ourselves. The food was fantastic, couldnt believe how much came out. We also had jugs of cocktails etc for the table. Desert was a little late, to the point... More

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Darlinghurst, Sydney
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2011

The drinks and atmosphere are excellent and the food is hearty and very filling - you do not leave the place hungry. Their orange and ginger Margaritas are fantastic. I would recommend this to everyone! We are regulars at Cafe Pacifico... More

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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2010

This is as close as you will get to the genuine Mexican cantina in Australia. Hidden on an upper floor in the back of Darlinghurst, come here for consistent service, regular very reasonably priced food and of course - beer and tequila. The feature is the decor - no description - just enjoy it yourself by going there! More

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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2010

Celebrated hubbie's birthday last night with group of friends. We had such a great time, atmosphere very festive, with streamers, drums and sparkling cakes. Tequila time ;) Food is not five star but very reasonably priced and tasty, staff fantastic and what can I say just a perfect night out with friends More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 August 2008

The food is very tasty and reasonably priced.atmosphere is amazing. More

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RichIsInSydney
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2008

Awesome service, traditionally inspired menu, and u get exactly what you select with no wanky surprises. Very cool, I'll be back More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2008

The food was ok, but I guess you'd come here for the tequila shots. More

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