We were originally headed somewhere else when a random person on the street convinced us to try Carajillo instead. Normally I ignore street advice unless it involves tacos... but this time it paid off. Turns out Carajillo was already #2 on my "places to try" list, so it didn't take much convincing. Sometimes the universe just wants you to eat well. The drinks were excellent, the food was excellent, and at some point the table turned into a small festival of hanger steaks. Three of them, to be exact. We also ordered the quesa birria, which disappeared so fast I'm not convinced everyone actually got a fair share. The place really picks up energy later in the evening. The music was great and had a little bit of everything, which meant at least one person at the table liked every song. That's basically a miracle in group dining. Service was fantastic. Our server was incredibly friendly and helped guide us through the menu so we didn't accidentally order like amateurs. Always appreciated. Overall: great food, great drinks, great vibe, and surprisingly solid advice from a stranger on the street. Would absolutely come back. And next time I might start taking restaurant recommendations from random Vegas pedestrians more seriously. read more

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This was our first time visiting, as we've been trying out new restaurants and saw this one had great reviews. Unfortunately, our experience didn't live up to the rating due to the service. When we arrived, we were told we'd be helped "in one second," but after being seated, it took about 5 minutes before anyone came to ask about drinks or appetizers. We ordered both at the same time, but it took another 7 minutes just to receive chips and salsa, and about 5 more minutes before our drinks arrived. After finishing most of the chips, we waited another 7-8 minutes for our guacamole. By that point, our chips were nearly gone, and no additional chips were offered or brought out, which made it difficult to enjoy the appetizer. The guacamole itself was just okay, with several large chunks of avocado that weren't fully mashed. There was also a long delay in taking our dinner order, about 10 minutes after the appetizer was dropped off. We ordered a combo plate (chile rellenos and enchilada suiza) and tacos (al pastor and chorizo). The timing of the entrees was the most frustrating part. My meal arrived first, and I started eating, assuming the second dish would follow shortly. However, my partner's tacos didn't arrive until about 18 minutes later--after I had already finished my meal. At that point, he declined the food since we couldn't eat together.Throughout dinner, there was little acknowledgment of the delays. We didn't receive any updates or apologies, even when the tacos were returned. The lack of communication and attentiveness made the experience disappointing. Overall, the food was average, with the salsa being the highlight, but the service was extremely slow and inattentive. Unfortunately, this made it unlikely for us to return. read more

Perfection!! Everything about this restaurant was perfect! The owners were there and waited on us,super friendly and fun to chat with. Now the important part, the food! Hands down best chips and salsa I've had and I love chips and salsa so that's saying something! The salsa has so much flavor I could have eaten it alone! We ordered the street tacos to split as you get 4 (chicken, chorizo, pastor and carnitas) and all were beautifully seasoned delicious. I had a 3 leches carajillo to drink and he had the margarita and if you've been paying attention you know I'm going to say they were phenomenal! The restaurant is decorated with tons of color but without being overdone and obviously there was thought and care that went into the planning of both the decor and menu . The only negative I can think of is I live 3000 miles away! I cannot wait for my next trip so we can go back! read more

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We only had chips and salsa and margaritas. Everything was great and the happy hour is legit! Would absolutely recommend! read more

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What a find! All the salsas were amazing. All the margaritas were delightful! We didn't even know it was happy hour. I would pay full price for those margaritas any day! The Carajillo was on point. The chile Verde is a must try!! This will be a stop every time I'm in Vegas! read more

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Really loved the atmosphere and the food was delicious. Service was a little slow since they were busy, but definitely worth a visit!

A hidden gem just off Fremont St in downtown Vegas. We were walking by and the calm eclectic vibe drew us in! The inside was clean and artsy with a decent amount of seating and an open concept feel. The husband and wife team are warm and friendly, providing homemade recipes full of flavor! The menu has something for everyone at very fair prices. The salsa was likely the best I have ever had! Everything was delicious, including the margaritas and specialty drinks. Our whole experience was delightful and I highly recommend supporting this local gem !! read more

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When I say the Mango Margarita was delicious, believe me best Mango Margarita I've had like ever. It's a cute little spot right on Las Vegas Blvd. You can park right next door for $4 an hour which I think it's a bargain. The waitress was so nice , she attended to us in the most unobtrusive way. Really enjoyed our time here! read more

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The food and the service both at Carajillo make this restaurant an exquisite dining experience and a true hole in the wall. The walls are adorned with Aztec motifs and there are neon signs for beer and mezcal, paintings in canvas that scream color and emotion. The servers here are happy to speak in Spanish, and are incredibly friendly, explaining recommendations on the menu and are attentive to chips & salsa refills. The menu itself has tons of flavorful, healthy, and legitimately authentic options, including chilaquiles, enchiladas suizas, menudo, and nopales salteados (sautéed cactus). I will definitely be back! read more

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The best drinks!! Cute place with yummy food! The staff is very attentive and kind. Parking is right around the corner but much like all of downtown you do have to pay. But it's in the heart of downtown. read more

Carajillo - Super cute restaurant, lots of charm, warmth, and art. Fully stocked bar. Chips & homemade salsa are on point with just the right amount of bite. Service is fast and friendly. For appetizer, we had the nopales al sartén. It was healthy and very fresh. Their fresh salsa trio was phenomenal. De chilaquiles en green sauce was out of the world. BEST in Las Vegas. Pork belly & alambre tacos were tasty. I always judge a restaurant on 3 things: salsa, beans, and rice. 5/5. Our main dish was the Carajillo beef - 5/5. read more

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Our only reason for leaving the strip for Fremont was going to be a gamble, and we definitely hit the Major jackpot with Carajillo! The restaurant was easy to find since it is between the El Cortez Casino, and the beginning of the Fremont Strip. Once you enter, you are greeted by Javier, and Alejandra that will gladly accommodate your preference in seating. Since we had a party of 8 with a small frenchie, they were kind enough to seat us in our own corner near the air conditioner vents. The design and feel is definitely an upscale vibe, where you can take a date to and impress, or catch up for brunch with friends. There is plenty of Art on the wall, with popping music, and TVs all around to catch u up on the game. Once we were situated, Javier brought out salsa and freshly made warm tortilla chips with our waters. He was very helpful with guided us through the menu, while entertaining us with jokes. They were offering drink specials, with BOGO sangria or margaritas, and both were delicious. Since I wasn't trying to get drunk, I opt for the Michelada's with Victoria beer, since Javier said he makes a mean one. I ordered shrimp cocktail, esquities, and street tacos pastor/pork belly. My tacos were so delicious, that I order another set with pastor/asada, QuesaBirrias, and another delicious michelada. Every 10mins or so, Alejandra or Javier would check up on us, from water refills to needed salsa sauces etc. Little did we know that Javier and Alejandra were the owners. They were so humble, and helpful with any questions you may have about the menu or things to do on Fremont. It's definitely a blessing to find owners who are really passionate about giving you the full experience of their dreams. If you looking for DELICIOUS authentic Mexican food in Las Vegas, with impeccable customer service, that is very affordable and isn't about price gouging, then Carajillo is definitely the place. read more

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I visited on Saturday night and it was fairly busy. It was pretty lively with a lot of patrons eating and drinking. It had a fun vibe. Usually I don't care to go Downtown (parking and crowded) but it was a fun vibe and entertaining. I didn't really order a ton, but the Beef Quesadilla called out to me. It was tasty with a large portion of beef filler and quite cheesy. I also liked the pico de gallo and guac. A lot of people were getting the ceviche, which is what I may opt for with another visit. There were mostly Spanish speakers eating, so that is probably a good sign for the quality and taste of the other food options. Honestly, even though prices were a bit higher, I'd run over to this spot over any similar one on the Strip. The drinks are a different story. I could've stayed all night checking out the options. The Carajillo Affogato was good and met all the flavors that I expected from the description, and the presentation was exceptional. It made me also want to come back and try a traditional Carajillo. It also looked like they looked like they made their own fresh espresso, which is key for this drink. Neat drink prices were reasonable for the additive-free tequila options. There were some drinks specials, but unfortunately I didn't take advantage this time around. Service was pretty good even though they look like they had a skeleton crew. Definitely wanting to come back and check it out in the future since it was worth the drive. Plus, Fremont area is just highly entertaining... read more

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So good! The food was incredible and the vibe is just perfect! The owner came and talked with us and we will absolutely be back! read more

Carajillo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Carajillo is hands down our favorite Mexican food spot downtown Las Vegas. The margaritas are dangerous in the best way, perfectly balanced and fresh. The mole enchiladas are rich, deep, and soulful. The enchiladas rojas are pure comfort, done exactly right. The guacamole is bright and addictive, and the pan de elote for dessert is unreal. We were fighting over the last bite. What really makes this place special is the husband and wife team behind it. Warm, kind, passionate, and genuinely grateful that you're there. You can feel the love in the food and the room. If you care about real food and real people, support Carajillo. Downtown is better because they're here. read more

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We have visited newly opened authentic Mexican restaurant Carajillo (in Downtown Las Vegas near Fremont Street ) and what a delightful surprise! It is a great location - just minutes away (walking )from Fremont Street. Authentic Mexican food made from scratch from family recipes - we went for lunch and everything that we have ordered was delicious. The restaurant was very inviting and beautifully decorated. Excellent lighting, comfortable furniture , extremely clean and well put together restaurant with care and passion. They also have a live DJ on Friday and Saturday nights, super fun atmosphere! We have met the owners ( a married couple) , they were absolutely delightful, and they took the time to visit our table and talk to us and make sure that our food was good. You can tell they have passion for the restaurant, customers and they care to create great authentic dishes! The food was absolutely glorious. Everything that we had was seasoned perfectly and it was absolutely delicious. The meat was high quality, fresh and tender. The salsa was fresh and flavorful with a hint of heat to it , just perfect! But the dessert - the best corn bread ever ,was a highlight of the day, a MUST TRY! The food was priced reasonably and portions were very good. Overall: Everything was perfect, the food was absolutely delicious, the vibes were warm and welcoming, and the service was amazing. We have eaten at a lot of Mexican restaurants and this one is at the top of our list! It's a family owned and operated restaurant with passion and it needs our local support. We highly , highly recommend it!!! read more

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Fantastic Mexican food and drinks! We literally drove from the strip just to come here. Fajitas and Carnitas were amazing. read more

Carajillo - Mango Jalapeño and Strawberry Margaritas, so yummy! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Las Vegas is probably the toughest city in America to stand out in if you're a restaurant, but this place certainly makes a hell of an effort. The room is gorgeous, absolutely gorgeous. Excellent lighting, comfortable furniture, clearly they invested a lot of money to make the place look great. I'm fairly certain that I got to meet the owners on the night I visited, and I'm pretty sure it's a married couple. Both of them were absolutely delightful, and took the time to visit with me and make sure that my food was good. It's always so encouraging when management/ownership is engaged with the customers. The food was absolutely glorious. I went with a plate of tacos and sampled pastor and pork belly. Both were seasoned perfectly and we're absolutely delicious. I wish I could get these kinds of tacos back home. I had a side of beans as well, and found them to also be perfectly prepared. I love a well prepared flan, and this place does it better than almost anyone else I've had. Just the right amount of syrup, and that crucial balance between being over sweet and over sour. I really hope this place makes it, it is truly a wonderful operation. read more

Carajillo - Flan - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Absolutely a must try if you are in Vegas!!! The food was amazing and the owners are wonderful. The artwork is also really cool. read more

Carajillo - Entrance on Las Vegas Blvd - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Food, ambience and service were all outstanding. Their salsa was amazing. I do feel that they are overpriced. One entree with no drink was close to $33 before tip. read more

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We were introduced to this newly ran Mexican restaurant by a young man helping to promote the family owned business. I met Alejandra and her husband Javier. Very lovely people, they were the nicest business owners I've met in a while. Even though the menu was in Español, Alejandra came from behind the counter and broke everything down to us in English. I ended up trying the Combination (Steak, Chicken, and Shrimp) Fajitas. My Onions, Bell Peppers, and Tomatoes all tasted delicious too. It was too much food to be honest. I had to pack it up. We weren't out the door 50 ft from the restaurant and I decided to give my 2 Go bag to the woman sitting on the steps of another building. The inside is well lit and decorated with beautiful artwork and paintings. It's rather romantic, and I love the style of the interior design. I'll definitely return that's for sure. read more

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GREAT food and even better service - such nice add to the mayhem of downtown. Expectations we low given some dude on the street with a sandwich board directed us here but it definitely exceeded expectations. Hope they stick around. read more

Food and drinks were amazing. The Chilli Negro, birria tacos and Guava margarita soooo good. Super friendly staff. read more

Carajillo - Guava Margarita with Tajin - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Carajillo is a new Mexican restaurant located in Downtown Las Vegas on Ogden and Las Vegas Blvd. You'll find them adjacent from Gold Spike. There's paid parking available near El Cortez. Inside is a cozy modern vibe with good seating and great music playing genres of 60s, 70s, and old classics songs like "Staying Alive" by the Bee Gees and "Sweet Caroline" by Neil Diamond, it feels like going back in time. Menu offers a nice selection of appetizers, traditional entrees, combinations, street tacos, burritos, and seafood, as well as refreshing beverage including margaritas, wine, non-alcoholic, bottle and draft beer. They serve complimentary chips and salsa. Tortilla chips are light and crunchy, and taste great with mild spicy salsa. We had Spicy Diabla Shrimp ($28), it's flavorful jumbo shrimp in spicy Diablo sauce, served with rice, beans, and choice of flour or corn tortillas (4 pieces). Shrimp Fajitas ($28) is also good! It's jumbo shrimp fajitas in garlic marinade sautéed with peppers and onions, served with rice, beans, guacamole, and choice of flour or corn tortillas. I opted for corn tortilla (4 pieces), it was delivered nice and warm in a cloth basket. For dessert, they have Tres Leche Cake, Flan, Churros. I had Pan de Elote ($9), which is Mexican Corn Cake, it's very light and tasty topped with powdered sugar and fresh berries of strawberry and blackberry. This would be great with ice cream but they sold out, so I asked for whipped cream which made it delightful! Service from Alejandra is very kind, welcoming, personable, attentive, and friendly! read more

Great service, great food, and awesome owners. This place is so much better than the taco stand across the street. This is a much when in Vegas!! read more

As someone with 37 years in the food and beverage industry, I do not say this lightly, Carajillo is serving the best tacos in Las Vegas. From the moment you walk in, you feel the passion. The owners are magnificent, true restaurateurs who genuinely care about the experience they deliver. That level of authenticity is rare. Every bite reflects their commitment to quality. The handmade tortillas are outstanding and the mole is absolutely spectacular. It is the kind of place you keep thinking about long after you leave. I cannot stop raving about this spot. Do your taste buds a favor and give this place a visit. You will not regret it. read more

Food is good and the atmosphere is vibes, this is a recent addition to the downtown area and should be a place to visit if your looking for a space to chill and hangout with friends or go somewhere nice with your partner read more

Great option off of the strip! We had the shrimp enchiladas and quesabirrias. Salsa was phenomenal.Both were fantasticOwner was so much fun to talk with. read more

Phenomenal food. The service was also wonderful and the music was at a great volume. 10/10

Carajillos is the best! The owners are so amazing and friendly, the salsa rocks and the ceviche is off the charts. They have great happy hours and the menu is amazing. You have to come stop by and check it out. read more

Carajillo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Stopped in here after a work meeting and stumbled across this New Mexican spot downtown. There's a darker theme to the restaurant but the decor and layout is classy. I was greeted by who I think is the manager or owner and he was very welcoming. I ordered the chicken taquitos (great salsa on the side with these) and the pork belly tacos ...I would come back and order this pork belly over and over again!! I don't know how they're prepping this belly but it tastes like bacon and it's just melt in your mouth delicious! I'll be back in to try some other items soon. The prices are moderate but seem to be a bit on the higher side overall. Great experience altogether. read more

Walked into Carajillo Mexican Cuisine & Bar not knowing what to expect... and left wondering why I didn't come here sooner. The first thing they brought out was the chips and salsa, and I swear I could have made a meal out of just that--fresh, crispy, and packed with flavor. Then the food came out and it was one of those meals where you slow down because you don't want it to end. It's rare to find a spot that hits on flavor, service, and atmosphere all at once, but Carajillo does it perfectly. If you're in Vegas and love real Mexican food, do yourself a favor and check this place out. read more

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Best Mexican restaurant in Vegas, hands down. Everything is fresh, packed with flavor, and the vibe is unmatched. The tacos, birria, and cocktails are next-level, and the staff makes you feel right at home. If you're in Downtown Vegas, this is the spot. read more

Carajillo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

The food was delicious, the service very friendly, and the margarita was perfect. We got the huevos rancheros and enchiladas suizas. Both were spicy, but really tasty and beautifully presented. read more

I don't normally leave reviews but everything we've had today was really good, were from Southern California so our Mexican food is top notch and this was good if not better than some of the Mexican restaurants near us. Drinks specials were awesome too. We'll definitely be back anytime we're in Vegas. Service was good too. She was always checking to make sure we were good. read more

EXCELLENTE!!!! I had the pleasure of dining here while in Vegas. The vibe, ambiance and food were OUTSTANDING!! Alejandra was the perfect hostess. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Carajillo!! read more

Had some ceviche and tacos. Didn't get a pic of the ceviche bc I was too hungry. the fish was fresh and tacos were tender.. excellent service from the bartenders... read more

Carajillo - Lengua & pastor tacos... Salsa is nice and spicy.. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Just opened 2 weeks ago. Food was superb and the owners are very attentive. You can tell they have passion and care to create great dishes! The restaurant was very inviting and didn't feel rushed! It's definitely gonna be a hit spot once the word gets out. I had the fajitas and it had all the flavor you could want! Salsa will really good, fresh and definitely brought the heat! read more

Amazing food, authentic and delicious! Great service! You should go here! The cornbread dessert is too die for and the quesabirrias are delicious and crispy! read more

This place is a gem of a place! Amazing food and amazing cocktails. Amazing service and all around one of the best places in downtown. Great prices too. Highly recommend! read more