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Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa

$30 and under
Mexican
1134 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Child-friendly
Casa Mexico, led by the talented Chef Cristina Martinez, is more than just a restaurant; it's a culinary journey through Mexican traditions, filled with authentic flavors and modern touches. Our signature dish, the barbacoa tacos, has been praised by critics and diners alike, earning local recognition for its exquisite taste. Located on 9th St in South Philly, our guests can enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We offer two dining settings, indoor and outdoor, perfect for an intimate dinner or a family gathering. At Casa Mexico, every dish tells a story of culture and resilience, inviting everyone to experience the heart of Mexico in every bite.

🇲🇽 Casa Mexico, por Chef Cristina Martinez, ofrece un viaje por las tradiciones mexicanas. Reconocidos por nuestras recetas únicas, estamos ubicados en 9th St South Philly, con opciones de ambiente interior y exterior. Cada platillo narra una historia de cultura y resiliencia, invitándote a disfrutar el corazón de México en cada bocado.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Cristina Martinez

  • Award icon
    James Beard Award2024

From the OpenTable editors: James Beard Award winner Cristina Martinez recently combined her beloved taqueria South Philly Barbacoa with her larger restaurant Casa Mexico, so you have double the incentive to visit. Expect favorites like lamb barbacoa from a yellow cart outside and head indoors for a bigger feast of green mole with chicken, queso fundido with chorizo, and a host of margaritas.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (267) 470-1464
  • Website
    https://casamexicophilly.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Casa Mexico, led by Chef Cristina Martinez, offers an authentic Mexican culinary experience for your private events. With a personalized menu featuring traditional flavors, we create unforgettable moments, whether at our cozy venue or a location of your choice.

Experiences

  • The Golden Handmade Tortilla

    US$500.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    This class is for up to groups of 10! $500/per party and option to add a meal for $8/per person. Chef Cristina's tortilla classes are a hands-on experience that immerses people in one-on-one time with Chef Cristina Martinez to learn the culture, history, and cultivation of corn used in the restaurant. During the experience, the chef will demonstrate a technique rooted in Mexican culture that shows the grain process of tortillas. Attendants then will be allowed to make their tortillas using ancient traditional equipment with instructions from Chef Cristina. after the demonstration, there will be an open conversation segment where you can ask the Chef questions and enjoy tortillas.
    The Golden Handmade Tortilla photo

  • The Golden Handmade Tortilla

    US$750.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    This class is for groups of 11-20 people! $750/per party and option to add a meal for $8/per person. Chef Cristina's tortilla classes are a hands-on experience that immerses people in one-on-one time with Chef Cristina Martinez to learn the culture, history, and cultivation of corn used in the restaurant. During the experience, the chef will demonstrate a technique rooted in Mexican culture that shows the grain process of tortillas. Attendants then will be allowed to make their tortillas using ancient traditional equipment with instructions from Chef Cristina. After the demonstration, there will be an open conversation segment where you can ask the Chef questions and enjoy tortillas.
    The Golden Handmade Tortilla photo

Private dining

Offers

  • The Golden Tortilla

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 10:00 - 16:00, 16:00 - 22:00
    This class is for groups of 20-50 people! $1,000/per party and option to add a meal for $8/per person. Please visit our website/call the restaurant to book. Chef Cristina's tortilla classes are a hands-on experience that immerses people in one-on-one time with Chef Cristina Martinez to learn the culture, history, and cultivation of corn used in the restaurant. During the experience, the chef will demonstrate a technique rooted in Mexican culture that shows the grain process of tortillas. Attendants then will be allowed to make their tortillas using ancient traditional equipment with instructions from Chef Cristina. after the demonstration, there will be an open conversation segment where you can ask the Chef questions and enjoy tortillas.
    The Golden Tortilla photo

  • Chef Cristina at Home

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 10:00 - 16:00, 16:00 - 22:00
    Chef Cristina comes to you!

  • Private Chef at your Event!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 10:00 - 16:00, 16:00 - 22:00
    Book Chef Cristina to cook at your next event! $1500

Menu

Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa's menu was last updated on 6/3/2025.

ENTRADAS - STARTERS

  • GUACAMOLEUS$12.00

    • ESQUITESUS$10.00

      • QUESADILLASUS$15.00

        • ARROZ Y FRIJOLESUS$5.00

          TACOS

          • 3 TACOS FORUS$13.00

            BEBIDAS - DRINKS

            • AGUAS FRESCASUS$4.00

              • CAFE DE OLLAUS$4.00

                • COKE CLASSICUS$4.00

                  • TOPO CHICO SPARKLING WATERUS$4.00

                    POSTRES - DESSERTS

                    • TRES LECHESUS$7.00

                      • FLANUS$7.00

                        Caramel custard

                        • Chef Cristina' Special CakeUS$4.00

                          Last updated: 6 March 2025

                          What 17 people are saying

                          Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                          Overall ratings and reviews

                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                          4.4
                          4.4 based on recent ratings
                          • 4.5Food
                          • 4.4Service
                          • 4.0Ambience
                          • 4.3Value

                          Noise • Energetic

                          Diners' Choice Awards

                          • Philadelphia County

                            Good for groups

                          • Philadelphia

                            Child-friendly

                          • Philadelphia

                            Good for groups

                          Review summary

                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                          Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa offers "simple and excellent" food, with standout tacos and flavorful dishes like mole chicken. The atmosphere is "very casual" and "hospitable," enhanced by friendly, attentive staff. Despite some service hiccups, the restaurant is praised for its "amazing" food and "phenomenal" dining experience, making it a must-visit.
                          17 Reviews

                          1. Judy VIP

                            New York City2 reviews

                            1.0

                            Dined on 18 May 2025

                            1. Overall 1
                            2. Food 1
                            3. Service 1
                            4. Ambience 1
                            We were really looking forward to this meal and had a reservation for 6 PM on a Sunday. Not only did they seem surprised that we had a reservation, but they let us know that they had run out of food and were closed. It would’ve been helpful if they had called anybody with an existing reservation- but it didn’t seem like they knew the reservation s existed.

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                          2. Nicola VIP

                            Greater Boston13 reviews

                            5.0

                            Dined on 11 May 2025

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            We had heard how amazing this place was but weren't quite sure what to expect. It's low key, simple, and casual but the staff was great and the food was absolutely amazing.

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                          3. Burnell

                            Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

                            4.0

                            Dined on 10 May 2025

                            1. Overall 4
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 4
                            4. Ambience 3
                            Food was simple and excellent. It was the highlight of the meal. Will return or have takeout from this restaurant in the future. It felt a little self-service type to go up and add topping on your tacos that could have been given to you or on your table. We are not a fan of buffets(even if only for condiments) but there was no choice. Service was okay. Food was fast. It felt a little transactional. But the food outshined everything and was the star of the show.

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                          4. Maggie

                            New York City1 review

                            5.0

                            Dined on 22 April 2025

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            A true gem of a place. The best tacos you will ever have!!

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                          5. AmandaF

                            Philadelphia County2 reviews

                            5.0

                            Dined on 15 March 2025

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 4
                            Maybe not the sexiest place but definitely very hospitable. All servers greeted us and continuously came by to.make sure we had what we needed for our meal. Chef Christina comes out and converses w her customers. It's a nice environment and we'll definitely come back.

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                          6. William

                            Philadelphia County1 review

                            5.0

                            Dined on 9 March 2025

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 4
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            This was a thoroughly enjoyable dinner. The food was solid but the service was impeccable. After finding out it was my birthday, one of the three birthdays in the restaurant, they went above and beyond with a delicious piece of cake and an entertaining singing performance. It made for a really fun evening.

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                          7. Amelia VIP

                            Philadelphia County1 review

                            1.0

                            Dined on 7 March 2025

                            1. Overall 1
                            2. Food 1
                            3. Service 2
                            4. Ambience 1
                            Very limited menu. Dirty place and bad service. Only item worthy was barbacoa. I won’t come back again.

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                          8. Mozart

                            New York City1 review

                            5.0

                            Dined on 15 February 2025

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            Great place to eat, amazing service, and food was excellent.

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                          9. Kathryn

                            Philadelphia County2 reviews

                            5.0

                            Dined on 15 February 2025

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            Great gluten free options! Delicious meal. Recommend the ceviche, esquites, and the mole and verdes enchiladas. The meat platter for two is also a great date night option if you like diy tacos.

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                          10. Ivy

                            Philadelphia County10 reviews

                            5.0

                            Dined on 23 January 2025

                            1. Overall 5
                            2. Food 5
                            3. Service 5
                            4. Ambience 5
                            Had such a great experience! We were a group of 10 and Casa Mexico was extremely accommodating. The food was so good and the staff was very kind.

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                          FAQs

                          Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (267) 470-1464.

                          Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa is rated 4.4 stars by 17 OpenTable diners.

                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                          1134 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

                          Additional information

                          • Award-winning
                            1. James Beard Award 2024
                          • Area
                            South Philly
                          • Hours of Operation
                            Mon–Sat 11:00–21:00
                          • Price
                            $30 and under
                          • Cuisines
                            Mexican
                          • Dining style
                            Casual Dining
                          • Dress code
                            Business Casual
                          • Parking details
                            None
                          • Payment Options
                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                          • Additional
                            Vegan
                          • Website
                            https://casamexicophilly.com/
                          • Phone number
                            (267) 470-1464
                          • Private party facilities
                            Casa Mexico, led by Chef Cristina Martinez, offers an authentic Mexican culinary experience for your private events. With a personalized menu featuring traditional flavors, we create unforgettable moments, whether at our cozy venue or a location of your choice.
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