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El Loco at Excelsior

64 Foveaux St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

Recommended by 14 people

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Find El Loco at Excelsior

64 Foveaux St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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+61 2 9114 7339
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About El Loco at Excelsior

Corner-pub energy collides with a Mexican cantina just up the hill from Central Station. Foveaux Street crowds drop in after work for pints, sports on screen, and live DJ sets, claiming walk-in tables with dogs in tow. Food hits the table fast via QR code ordering—crisp wings, loaded nachos, and soft corn tortillas wrapped around spiced lamb. Rounds usually pivot to jugs of spicy margaritas, shaken with citrus and finished with candied jalapeño.

  • Pub-Cantina Energy: A lively hybrid pairing street-style tacos and spicy margaritas with corner-pub screens, DJs, and open communal seating.
  • Happy Hour & Margaritas: Pours cheap happy hour pints alongside signature lychee martinis and spicy margaritas rimmed with candied jalapeño.
  • Shareable Mexican Plates: Crowds gather for spiced lamb tacos, crisp fish tacos, and generous platters of loaded nachos and wings.
  • Casual Dog-Friendly Setup: Spacious, dog-friendly pub floor with walk-in tables and quick digital ordering straight from the table.
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What's On at El Loco at Excelsior

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Why Diners Choose El Loco at Excelsior

From high-value Taco Tuesdays and signature spicy margaritas to buzzing DJ sets, secure your table and join the fiesta.

  • Effortless After-Work Group Catch-Ups

    An energetic corner setting and shareable platters make El Loco an effortless Surry Hills destination for post-work catch-ups with friends.

    We visited El Loco after work for a catch up with friends.

    Andriana Papandreou

  • Dog-Friendly, Walk-In Welcoming Spaces

    Spacious indoor and outdoor areas provide welcoming, dog-friendly seating for casual group gatherings without formal pretension.

    Came here with friends on Mother's day and there was plenty of seating around without booking which I was really surprised! The place is also dog friendly.

    Renata

  • High-Value Taco Tuesday Specials

    Discounted Taco Tuesdays paired with afternoon drink specials deliver high-value weeknight dining for lively groups.

    At the same time it was taco Tuesdays which came to about $6 tacos. Fortunately, a few of us came during their happy hour so a couple drinks we all had!

    The Mog Champ

  • Midweek Shared Platter Deals

    Substantial midweek promotions like the Wednesday DIY taco platter offer generous, wallet-friendly sharing options.

    We order a $28 special available on Wednesdays (usually $40), steak DIY taco platter.

    Marilia Gutiérrez

  • High-Voltage Pub Cantina Entertainment

    Live DJ sets, sports screens, and a well-stocked bar blend the high energy of a Mexican cantina with a classic corner pub hotel.

    There's a DJ on site, and you can watch the game on TV AND sit on a chair (I'm looking at you, Cock'n Bull in Cairns) while drinking one of the many beers or cocktails they serve.

    Yudith Caron

  • Standout Spicy Margaritas and Cocktails

    Expertly crafted spicy margaritas and late-night cantina energy set the pace for celebratory evening drinks.

    These guys do the greatest spicy marg in Sydney. Rim is spectacular, cocktail is even better.

    Ryan. harland

Crowd-favourite pub bites, tacos, and signature agave cocktails to order on your visit.

  • Chicken Wings

    these are undoubtedly some of the best wings I have ever encountered in Australia. They were perfectly cooked—tender, juicy, and bursting with flavour.

    Gabriel Gitman

  • Nachos

    those Nachos, out of the world. They alone, took me on a far away travel to Mexico for the time we ate.

    Josie Petzold

  • Spicy Margarita

    These guys do the greatest spicy marg in Sydney. Rim is spectacular, cocktail is even better.

    Ryan. harland

  • Lamb Tacos

    I had the best tacos. My favourite was the lamb. Spice was perfect and the meat was so tender.

    Andriana Papandreou

Other favorites

Complementing tacos and cantina mains with shareable sides, desserts, and house beverages.

  • Elote

    The elote was also delicious.

    Kristin

  • Churros

    churros for dessert. All were very good

    Karen Pack

  • Prawn Cocktail

    the prawn cocktail was absolutely perfect. Fresh and delicious!

    Karen Pack

  • Sangria

    I strongly suggest the frozen margarita and the sangria.

    Fabio Colasuonno

Beyond the menu

Distinct cantina details and attentive hospitality elevate every visit—book ahead to secure your spot.

  • Direct Kitchen Consultations

    Diners can chat directly with the kitchen team to tailor selections, where the head chef readily discusses dishes like spice-balanced tender lamb tacos.

  • Candied Jalapeño Garnish

    Spicy margaritas are finished with a spectacular rim and crowned with house candied jalapeño slices.

  • Mess-Free Elote Presentation

    Street-style elote is pre-cut off the cob before reaching the table, keeping shareable Mexican dining neat and effortless.

  • Tailored Group Zone Staging

    Large gatherings are accommodated with custom-staged zones featuring clear signage and preserved standing room for mingling.

Before you head over

Make the most of your visit to El Loco at Excelsior with key tips on seating, ordering, and peak hours—book your table now.

  • Reserve Ahead for Peak Hours

    The venue fills up rapidly with after-work groups and evening revellers, leading to door waits during peak periods. Secure your table ahead of time to lock in your spot.

  • Find a Table and Order via QR Code

    The venue operates with multiple street entrances and without a formal host stand. Pick an open table, then scan the table QR code to order and pay directly for drinks and antojitos.

  • Target Midweek Specials

    Plan around weekday dining promotions like Taco Tuesday discounts and Wednesday steak DIY taco platter specials to pair top value with happy hour drinks.

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