So when Lacalaca gave Seminyak’s dining scene the first taste of truly authentic Mexican food, naturally, the island went loco for their straight-from-Tijuana tacos and cooler-than-Colonia-Roma vibe – and they wanted more. Enter: Lacalita in Canggu and Lacasita in Ubud – the little sisters to the Lacalaca flagship.
The salsas are made daily, fish is market fresh and they pay great attention to detail when they braise their select cuts of beef, lamb and pork. We recommend that you share as many dishes as possible so can experience the depth of delicious flavours and fully enjoy the Lacalaca experience.
The beer is cold, the sangria flows and the cocktails are made with only the freshest fruits, herbs, quality booze and crystal ice chunks. Their extensive drink list includes the daring Jalapeño infused Margarita and you’ll be singing rancheras like there is no mañana.
Lacalaca is a true cantina, with dishes like their Carne Asada Taco, De Queso Quesadilla, Enchiladas Verdes, Fajitas, Churros Con Chocolate and tons more from the kitchen, it’s safe to assume these amigos know a few things about modern Mexican food! Don't bet the tab on walking in without a reservation, however.
What others say:
"An upbeat dining and party venue that really gets rocking when the tequila takes hold" -FRV Travel
"Lacalaca veers more towards authentic Mexican cuisine made with fresh local and imported ingredients and zesty sauces that will keep you coming back for more" -Ultimate Bali
"Mexican Cantina territory tucked off a main shopping drag – that’s why we love Bali. We are not talking nasty cheesy nachos with lobs of cream – this is light and fresh, contemporary South West cuisine. Think lamb shank soft tacos and crab meat quesadillas just for starters. Cheap, excellent food and the cocktails are fabulous." -Food On Tap Australia
"Don’t miss out on the Margarita menu. The cocktail bar is the perfect place to hang out, or for privacy, grab a bar table and peruse the menu, or heck, just stay for dinner, after a few of these you won’t be in a hurry to leave." -The Yak "Inject a serious dose of cheer into your night with a stop at Lacalaca, where bright pinks, blues, oranges and yellows conspire to light up the one-floor, partly open-air cantina... A three-cheese roasted zucchini and oregano quesadilla definitely hits the spot." -Travel + Leisure
Some of the dishes Expat Choice loved include Carne Asada Taco, De Queso Quesadilla, Enchiladas Verdes, Fajitas, Churros Con Chocolate. Like the salt to your tequila, the beans to your burrito, Lacalaca is the heart and soul of Bali’s Mexican scene. Located in the centre of Seminyak, this buzzing joint comes with kick-ass and unpretentious modern Mexican food with a twist – generous servings of locally sourced, fresh ingredients, flavourful imported spices direct from Mexico and top-notch hearty comfort fare. The kicker? Awesome and friendly staff who’ll get your Mexican juices flowing, like maître d’, Putu Carlos with his contagious smile and rocking outfits! Image Credit: Lacalaca Cantina Mexicana Facebook Page
a. Jl. Drupadi No.1, Seminyak, Bali
