Lucha Loco, garden

Lucha Loco

Chinatown & the CBD


On pumping Duxton Hill, Lucha Loco keeps the crowds purring with its flirtatious barkeeps, effortlessly cool vibe and finger-licking Mexican street food. Though we adore the ceviche, tostaditas and addictive DIY Loco guacamole, it's the tacos generously topped with fresh, beautiful produce that leave us loco.

If you don't have a reservation, it's best to head in early or late – grab a mescal and wait.


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