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Broke Boy Taco

4.3(810)
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About this score

A weighted average across available review sources.

Google 4.3 ★ (810)

Broke Boy Taco is known for its bold flavours and unique takes on traditional Mexican dishes, offering a vibrant dining experience.

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What to Order

Birria RamenBirria TacosBirria quesadillaCarnitasDuck Island Ice Cream TacoGuacamoleQuesadilla

Menu Highlights

Quesadilla

A 26.5cm soft flour tortilla smothered head to toe with cheese and fried on the grill until crispy. Add birria to turn this snack into a hefty meal.

Broke Boy Lager

Crisp, smooth, and brewed by Double Vision Brewery, this lager was specially made to match Broke Boy's bold flavours.

Frozen Marg

Ice cold, tangy lime, and a kick of blue agave tequila-our frozen marg is specifically made for Broke Boy Taco by award winning Besos Margarita.

Chips and Salsa

Made fresh daily and served with crispy tortilla chips.

Birria Ramen

Made with our 16 hour slow cooked birria, the consume from the birria as the broth, and thick Shin Ramyun noodles.

Birria Tacos

100% New Zealand beef slow cooked for 16 hours in a blend of Mexican chiles and spices. Served on a crispy fried tortilla with melted cheese and topped with onions and coriander.

Duck Island Ice Cream Taco

Ancho Chilli Chocolate ice cream, lime ganache, milk chocolate dip, and a tangy chilli-lime-coriander sherbet, all in a sweet, buttery waffle shell.

Wattie's

Slow-cooked birria beef paired with Wattie’s Beanz in a rich, spiced chili.

What People Say

"The consommé/dipping sauce was spectacular. Full of flavour, a perfect accompaniment."

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious flavours and quality of the tacos and quesadillas, along with the friendly service.

"Visiting from South Island - super impressed with the cheese quesadilla (I am vegetarian) - tortilla is freshly made & guacamole super tasty, fresh & delicious. Staff friendly & service fast. Def. Worth the uber ride across town. 👍🏼"

The Vibe

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Last reviewed April 2026 · Suggest an edit

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