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Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa

$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for business meals
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.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Cristina Martinez

  • Award icon

    James Beard Award

    2024

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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (267) 470-1464
  • 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.
  • Award-winning
    1. James Beard Award 2024
  • Neighborhood
    South Philly
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Entertainment, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • The Golden Handmade Tortilla

    $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

    $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
  • Christmas & New Year Dinner in Casa MĂ©xico

    $50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 6, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
    Join us this holiday season at Casa MĂ©xico for a night filled with warmth, tradition, and culinary artistry, led by our renowned Chef Cristina MartĂ­nez. Celebrate Christmas and New Year with our special creation: the Trio de Moles. Each plate is a journey through rich, ancestral flavors, presenting three unique moles that honor the depth of Mexican cuisine. This full-course dinner includes an appetizer, a main course, a dessert, and a drink, ensuring a truly unforgettable dining experience. Enjoy an extraordinary holiday dinner surrounded by the vibrant atmosphere of Casa MĂ©xico, where every dish tells a story and every moment feels like home.
    Christmas & New Year Dinner in Casa MĂ©xico Photo

Offers

  • The Golden Tortilla

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    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 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Chef Cristina comes to you!

  • Private Chef at your Event!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Book Chef Cristina to cook at your next event! $1500

What people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

5 Reviews
  1. Maria

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I tried the moles, and they were absolutely incredible beyond delicious! They exceeded all my expectations. Plus, Chef Cristina MartĂ­nez was incredibly kind and made the experience unforgettable. Coming again very soon!

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  2. Missael

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing place, I had heard very good reviews of the restaurant and its Chef Cristina Martínez, but it was not until I saw her Chef’s Table on Netflix that I decided to visit his restaurant. Today she brought me a great experience with the flavors, attention and atmosphere of the place. Above all, seeing Chef Cristina in person and being so friendly and attentive is something incomparable. I would give it 10 stars if it were possible.

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  3. Crystal

    Philadelphia

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was accommodating and courteous. The food was authentically Mexican which my friend and I greatly appreciated. I highly recommend Casa Mexico to anyone who wants to experience true Mexican cuisine.

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  4. Pamela

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was thrilled with Chef Cristina's presence at my meeting. The mole was exceptional, and the enchiladas were delicious. Her attention to detail and passion for cooking truly shone through. Highly recommended! I will definitely be using her services again in the future.

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  5. Jessica

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Having heard that South Philly Barbacoa was phenomenal but being a vegetarian and not able to try it, I was super excited to dine at Casa Mexico. I looked at the menu online ahead of time and was thrilled they offered alcohol so we didn't have to BYO. Upon arrival we were seated by a very lovely gentleman who despite having some language barriers, was so kind & clearly busy outside while inside had a private event. We found out there was in fact no alcohol on premises so we had to send one of our guests to the store. Not a huge deal, we just would've come prepared since we were celebrating a wedding. For starters we had the Esquites which was warm and very yummy and the Camarones ceviche which was the best thing we ate all night. One guest had the Enmoladas pollo which she loved. Another the Chile Relleno which they also liked a lot. But two of us had tacos (Conchinita Pibil and Crispy Fish) which were VERY underwhelming. They lacked flavor and the fish was so dry and overcooked. I have since heard back from the restaurant and they explained that their website is under construction so that is where the confusion with alcohol came from. I do appreciate their response but still do not feel we'll be back. The experience just didn't live up to the expectation.
    Casa Mexico - South Philly BarbacoaResponded on October 2, 2024
    We're truly sorry for the experience you had. We understand that one visit may not be enough to change a first impression, but we hope you'll consider giving us another opportunity to exceed your expectations. We're committed to being a restaurant that is constantly evolving and improving. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and we're taking it into account as we strive to be better than ever. Thank you again for your comments, and we hope to have the chance to welcome you back in the future.

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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 4.2 stars by 5 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Casa Mexico - South Philly Barbacoa

1134 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. James Beard Award 2024
  • Neighborhood
    South Philly
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Entertainment, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
  • 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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