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Cartel, Chippendale, AU-NSW

Cartel

4.5
4.5
17 Reviews
$40 and under
South American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Begin your journey through Latin America, one dish at a time.

Latin American cuisine is immensely varied, with a dish for every climate and occasion. With dishes inspired by Latin America’s rich cultural history, each plate brings with it a unique set of flavours. From Peruvian ceviche to Argentinian sirloin and, of course, tapas and tacos.

Cartel is the perfect place to enjoy a night out with friends over delicious food and Latin American themed cocktails.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    South American, Mexican, Brazilian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 9211 8376
  • Website
    http://www.cartelkensingtonstreet.com.au/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    For events or other enquiries, please contact manager@kscartel.com.au for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    For events or other enquiries, please contact manager@kscartel.com.au for more information.
  • Location
    2 Kensington St, Chippendale, AU-NSW 2008
  • Neighborhood
    Chippendale
  • Cross street
    Broadway
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    A short stroll from Central Train Station and bus stops.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Bandeja Paisa

    A$36.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in the ultimate lunch experience for just $36! Savour the flavours of Latin cuisine with our mouth-watering Bandeja Paisa (chorizo, pork belly, avocado, stewed beans, rice & fried egg). PLUS tostada chips paired with creamy guacamole AND your choice of beer, house wine or soft drink! Elevate your mid-day break with a feast at an unbeatable value – because great taste shouldn’t come with a hefty price tag 😉 Friday – Sunday LUNCH | 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
    Bandeja Paisa Photo

  • BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH

    A$75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Brace yourself for the ultimate fiesta! Introducing our new Bottomless Brunch offer at Cartel – where every bite is a dance and every sip is a celebration! On Saturdays & Sundays between 12pm-3:00pm, immerse yourself in 90 minutes of pure Latin indulgence. Revel in free-flowing drinks & a set sharing menu* *Food offering is not unlimited. In keeping with NSW RSA laws, guests are limited to one drink at a time. Please consume responsibly.
    BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH Photo

  • All You Can Eat Taco Tuesday & Wednesday!

    A$36.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Come and experience the ultimate taco extravaganza at Cartel! Indulge in our 1.5 hour ALL YOU CAN EAT taco special. Exclusively on Tuesday & Wednesday Happy hour kicks off at 5 pm if you’d like to get the party started early with $12 margaritas! PLUS Happy Hour prices all night long! *Menu subject to change without prior notice
    All You Can Eat Taco Tuesday & Wednesday! Photo

Menu

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What 17 people are saying

Cartel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Inner South

    Best Ambiance

  • Inner South

    Best Value

  • Inner South

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner South

    Healthy

  • Inner South

    Neighborhood gem

  • Inner South

    Romantic

  • Inner South

    Lively

  • Inner South

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cartel offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food, drinks, and service." Guests love the "delicious South American flavors" and "awesome service." Highlights include salsa lessons, a charming atmosphere, and a "carefully constructed menu." While some had mixed experiences with the taco deal, overall, it's a "must-try" destination.

17 Reviews

  1. Diego

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was better than I expected. Highly recommend it

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    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the food, drinks and service was amazing! I will definitely be coming back

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  3. Filip

    Tasmania2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved the South American flavours, decor & background music. The food was intriguing, wholesome and well cooked. Looking forward to trying the extensive Tequila selections on offer on my next return. Overall, a pleasant experience.

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  4. Rachael

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our time at Cartel! Especially the salsa lesson and the three course meal! It was super fun and the food was delicious!

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  5. Jesus

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice food Awesome service a great atmosphere place for a well prepared cocktail.

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    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The salsa class and dinner combo was an amazing valentines experience! All of the staff were lovely, big props to the crew there.

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  7. Adriana

    Sydney2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Delicious fresh food, great service and delicious mocktails Highly recommend to my friends and I always return

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  8. James

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent, price was good. Cool Latin music playing. Would recommend!

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  9. Kiran

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food experience. Delicious South American food and great drinks choice. Loved everything about it. Must try for someone who loves South American food.

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  10. Alexandra

    Sydney2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We were excited to experience the $36 all you can eat tacos. When we got there we weren’t served anything for about 15 minutes. Once tacos started coming to us, they were tasteless, dry and lacking in flavour. There was not one taco that was enjoyable and made me excited to eat. Even though it was only $36 per person, it seemed like a waste of money in the end. We had seen this restaurant all over social media and were very disappointed with the outcome.

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FAQs

Cartel is rated 4.5 stars by 17 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 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Cartel

2 Kensington St, Chippendale, AU-NSW 2008

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Broadway
  • Neighborhood
    Chippendale
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    South American, Mexican, Brazilian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    A short stroll from Central Train Station and bus stops.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.cartelkensingtonstreet.com.au/
  • Phone number
    (02) 9211 8376
  • Catering
    For events or other enquiries, please contact manager@kscartel.com.au for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    For events or other enquiries, please contact manager@kscartel.com.au for more information.
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