My got to spot when in Paris! I dream about these carnitas tacos, no joke. Perfect hole in the wall spot for lunch and dinner and in Le Marais, unbeatable. Service is great, staff speaks in a multitude of languages. Nice to hear some Latinos in Europe. Cannot recommend enough. read more

Candelaria - Frozen Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Paris, 75

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The smell of the cheese was amazing from outside the restaurant. The soup for outdoors was incredibly heartful and delicious. When I was inside I had the birria tacos and cheese quesadilla. The birria tacos could use more fat but it was good nonetheless. The quesadilla taco is what I came for - and it was super cheesy and delicious. Inside was cramped and people were walking by in and out of the bar in the back. The review is for the taco section of the establishment, not the bar in the back. read more

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Mexican girl visiting Paris here- dropping by to say this was easily the BEST food I ate in Paris/France. I will come here every time I ever come back. Thanks for bringing amazing food to France!!! The staff is great. Definitely a must if your looking for some food with flavor the vibe is here. Food was so good I didn't even get to take a picture! read more

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We've thought about this spot previously, yet in the spirit of a Tuesday in Paris, we tired their version of Taco Tuesday, and it was very well worth it! The restaurant is very small, and they have a cozy speakeasy bar attached to the back! The service was very efficient and friendly! We tried the tostadas and an order of tacos along with a couple of margaritas, and everything was delicious and very reasonably priced! Overall, their Mexican food was better than a great majority of American Mexican and Texmex restaurants! read more

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Really solid cocktails in the back of a taco shop - cool space, only a few of us in there when I visited, friendly and quick service

I'm here from Los Angeles on a work trip, I was recommended Candelaria by a friend. The carnitas tacos were excellent. The tortilla was dipped in grease heated on the comal. Wow! Chips, guac and salsa were also delicious. They have Mexican beer and a frozen margarita machine. My spot when In Paris .... read more

Such a fun find for our last night in Paris! The front space is very small and ordinary. But wow, the people are great, the food is delicious, and the margs are delish! Note-you cannot order food (besides small bites like Guac) and cannot order frozen margs in the back speakeasy section. They have a different menu. But the drinks back there are also amazing! We liked the basic margarita on the rocks. It's a completely different vibe back there. The spaces feel totally disconnected, but it's so cool. Would definitely go back! It's somewhat hard to get a spot in the front to eat, so you have to be patient and move quick when something opens. read more

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some of the best mexican food we've ever had, and we are from america! the staff was super nice and welcoming. read more

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I had the birria tacos and they were amazing. Great food. Service was great they are very fast.

If you like cool cocktail spots put this near the top of your list. The front is a taco spot but don't be fooled! Go to the back of the restaurant and you'll see a dingy swinging door that leads to a dark super cozy little hidden bar. The cocktails were excellent and mostly revolved around a Mexican/ Latino theme. The server made suggestions that were very on point. I loved the hidden bar vibe, the cocktails were very great, didn't get to have the food but this place is a must visit with some friends for a late night Bev. read more

Candelaria - Cheers!! - Mexican Near Me - Paris, 75

Popped in here as part of a cocktail speakeasy tour, it was the final stop hidden behind a taco shop. The place is small but bustling, and the drinks were really great! Definitely add it to your evening of cocktails! read more

Candelaria - Mexican Near Me - Paris, 75

Our favorite find in Paris! The drinks were so delicious and the staff was amazing! They remembered us a couple days later and gave us a ton of great recommendations for other bars. The bar has a really cool vibe and gets packed later on at night- so keep that in mind when planning your visit! read more

Candelaria - Mexican Near Me - Paris, 75

True balance, experts of their craft. Truly amazing. 1st time having Eucalyptus integrated into a cocktail, and it was beyond perfectly balanced. The right amount of intriguing carbonation had me thirsting for MORE!! I wish I knew the chemical balance of that carbonation level, truly incredible. Best surprise was the petite apple as garnish. It was the size of a cherry, and offered so much depth and questions!! Unfortunately I didn't picture the "Shady Pine". It was the Mezcal drink which I heard was equally as delightful. So nice to enjoy a "pine" drink without rosemary! read more

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Best tacos in France. Best service in Paris. It's an extremely small place, takes a while to get through the line to get inside depending on how busy it is, and it's kind of uncomfortable to sit inside especially near the bar. None of that matters. All that matters is once you're inside, the rest of the food places you've been considering don't come close to this. Go here read more

I went into this place because other Yelpers said to get the barbacoa and chorizo tacos. They had neither. Their menu was very limited. Who puts cream in black beans ??? How about a side of chips & salsa for 9€ ?? Settled for a chicken and beef taco. Compared to where I am used to, the tacos were less than lackluster. No taste, no seasoning, no fat, no grease - just plain. When I asked for side of jalapeños and pickled red onions to liven up the taste, I was charged 2.5€ each! Tablespoon of each side and they charged money! Where I come from, we get them for free! The two tiny tacos were 3.5€ each and the Negra Model beer was 6€. 18€ was not my idea of a less than fulfilling taco lunch. Bathroom was weird - partially exposed stall - downstairs where the bar is at. Plus the French waitress was very rude and intentionally spoke French to me in a condescending manner and then she spoke to other customers in Spanish. She did not know that I understood both languages even though I might look like I fell off an Asian boat recently.... So at the end, I asked for my check in Spanish and French which surprised her and she turned red.... Not worth coming here - go elsewhere.... read more

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Our first stop in Paris was obviously a taco joint. Woah, woah, woah, say what now?! Hey, think about it. People eat tacos all around the world. And without question, Candelaria was one of the most interesting tacos places I've ever been to. You walk in to a very tiny hole-in-the-wall style restaurant. There's one table and a bar area for seating. However, you would never know that they have a more upscale bar area if you continue walking back. We opted for the front of house experience! We ended up bro-ing out with the dudes we sat next to. They were absolutely hilarious and even more hammered. Hey, it was 4 o'clock on a week day...Yikes. I will say, the frozen margarita transported me back to the beach. I kid you not, you get find quality, frozen margs in Paris. Who knew?! Onto the tacos. These are small, craft tacos. I mean, I'm talking about two biters. Obviously, I'd like to see Candelaria increase the mass of these tacos, but they were quite tasty. Lengua and Carnitas sure as hell hit the spot, especially after a crazy flight in. THE KICKER OF THE WHOLE EXPERIENCE were the chips and salsa. My eyes must have deceived me, because I wasn't expecting the flavor profiles to launch me into outer space. They were topped with a giant dollop of sour cream. GUYS. HANDS DOWN. The best sour cream I've ever had. It was light, the texture was comparable to biting into a cloud. Top notch! Service was kind of chaotic, yet also very friendly. I know that doesn't make sense, but it's true I tell you! Talk about an unexpected find while in Paris. Off the beaten path for the surrounding brasseries, I'd recommend you pop into Candelaria for a bite and a marg. read more

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Who eats Mexican food in Paris? Well, I do! I randomly stopped in here on the way to some other bookmarks I saved for nightlife and just WOW the beans are incredible. I am sure the rest of their food is great too, place was super packed but I was just grabbing a drink and snack. The frozen margarita was delicious but so cold that I had a brainfreeze drinking it so quick. It was pouring rain so sitting was a little rough, not their fault of course. Those black beans have tons of flavor and the girl at the register was a sweetheart. She refilled my chips when she could see how I was attacking the beans. Really I am impressed by how friendly people can be! read more

As a Californian it's hard to give five stars, but this is a solid 4. Lovely al pastor we're my fav, the chorizo were nice as well but not my preference. All washed down with a frozen margarita, though it is what it sounds like. If you want a more serious cocktail go through the back door that look like it leads to the fridge and get a drink at the speakeasy. Oh and get the guacamole. Made fresh. read more

This place has a better tequila selection than most restaurants in Los Angeles which is saying a lot given that LA is like Little Mexico. The cucumber drink was the best cocktail I had while in Paris. Unfortunately I didn't get to try the tacos but the Speakeasy is a must visit. read more

One of the best speakeasys I've been too.. I love the one that are not obvious that you have to ask how to get in. At this delicious taco spot, you push a wall next to the kitchen.. then it becaomes a cool bar inside. Try the tacos before you leave. read more

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Voted #19 from The World's 50 Best Bars 2017 list. When we first walked in to the tiny restaurant, I was a little confused. In the front is a taco shop with one table, a handful of bar seats, and bright fluorescent lights. People were drinking frozen margaritas and soda? No fancy cocktails to been found. Walk though the white, unmarked door at the back of the restaurant and BOOM. Secret bar, speakeasy candlelight vibes, and lots of fancy cocktails! I am not sure what we ordered, we told the bartender to surprise us. My first drink had this delicious passionfruit foam on top of it. Strong, but very drinkable. A wonder & deadly combo. The drinks do take a little to come out after you order, but it's worth it. We didn't get to try any food at the front taco shop, but both the front and the back were very busy! read more

Candelaria - Mexican Near Me - Paris, 75

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Read about this place online before visiting Paris. It was up the street from our Airbnb. You enter through a taco shop on the next street over. Cool, moody vibe with music turned up. We sat at the bar just for a couple rounds of drinks. Quite tasty, unique flavors. Loved the cucumber cocktail. The two women bartenders were very friendly and service was great. A hip spot to pop into off the beaten path. Check it out. 3rd Arrondissement ( pretty sure ) read more

I am from Northeast Los Angeles, the taco capital of California so my expectations were high. I ordered the chicken Tinga tostadas and a frozen margarita. So thankful I now have a taco spot in walking distance to my apartment in le Marais to call home for the next 12 months. Excellent service, fun staff, delicious authentic Mexican and wonderful atmosphere. There are two dining spaces, one informal at the bar close to the kitchen and a lovely seating space towards the back. Merci Candelaria read more

Candelaria - Mexican Near Me - Paris, 75

Family and I were visiting Paris and stumbled across this little taco joint. The prices are generally higher than Im accustomed to back in the US but the food is great tasting and homemade so it was worth it. The seating area in the initial entry way is small but there is additional seating downstairs. It was certainly a nice taste of home away from home. read more

Candelaria - Mexican Near Me - Paris, 75

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To be quite honest, please pass on this spot, not worth your time at all ! I have been here 2 times over the past 2 years, and I was not pleased. First time here I saw a review on YouTube about this place so I decided it be fun to see how Mexican food is in Paris. There menu was very lackluster only like 3-5 things on the menu, I wasn't sure what to expect at all. I asked the waitress did they have other items ? she said no, the menu changes every month. Once served was 3 small baby pieces of tacos for around 3-6 euros each. We was so hungry, decided to order some more food , we got some type of quesadilla chips, was around 4 chips on a plate with some cheese was a sad presentation. I ordered a Frozen margarita which was very good, that is all I can say about it. It is very much a local place, they have a hidden back room passing the kitchen a whole speakeasy, that they didn't tell me about which was empty with a lot of places to sit, instead of being cramped on the picnic style table with other customers at the front of the restaurant. I was very much disappointed with the experience, I wanted to show a french native how Mexican food is like . What I got was overpriced tacos with very little substance. So the following year came back to Paris, just wanting to get drinks cause they were good. Was not busy at all , I asked to go straight to the back (there is another bar in the back ) was told yes, was given menus and the place started to fill up over the time we was there. That is when shenanigans started happening, I ordered the wrong drink which was my fault, wanted to order another one was ignored multiple times by all the staff. My french native friend also speaking french tried & even I in spanish with the spanish speaking staff. So both languages were both used, both were ignored. I finally decided to go to the front part of the restaurant to order it myself was basically told I can not, that I have to order from the back bar ? The girls in the front would not listen, eventually got tired of the bs , just wanted the check to leave was ignored again ! We literally could of left without paying, they wouldn't even have known ! Went to the front to pay, a red headed girl was like ok what did you order.. I told her and she started yelling at me that I have to pay in the back bar ? This is before I knew there was a register back there ( The server never informed us). I'm thinking to myself this is so dumb, it shouldn't be so hard to want to pay. My french friend went to the back bar to try and pay and was ignored by the tall blonde guy with shaved sides & man bun at the register, who was also our server, not at all a enjoyable experience. Eventually I ventured to the register to pay, and was able to pay and left the hell outta there. First time experiencing the infamous treatment by Parisians, all in all not a go to spot. My first encounter I do believe was during the beginning August, most of the locals have left by then so I think that is why we had a so-so experience. Second time was horrendous went in July, this place is just to get pissed drunk for the locals & for the staff to socialize . Iv'e have eaten many tacos at my local taco eatery here in east coast, and I have eaten them in Mexico city, while I can say it looks authentic, it was not memorable tasting wise in any way. The cooks seem to be from Latin America ( not sure Mexico) but it is catered to the French palate, it seems french people are afraid to season their food as well as having it too seasoned extravagantly. This is just for Parisians who want to wet their appetite for what they think is authentic Mexican food, with a speakeasy vibe. I wish I can give it no stars, hopes this review helps in crossing this off your list. read more

An evening in the lively Marais district we were looking for bars after dinner and walked by Candelaria. From the front we saw a tiny Mexican restaurants with a few seats and thought to ourselves "maybe it's not the right place." The bouncer asked us how many were in our group and I was surprised because the place was empty! But after a few minutes he led us through the back door of the restaurant and we entered the speakeasy, and the place was full of people! Very upbeat and the bar served excellent tropical cocktails. From the outside you wouldn't expect to find such a cool bar hidden in the back! The bar is very dark and the place intimate. It was a very pleasant evening with great drinks and a great ambiance. Definitely a place not to be missed if you are in the Marais for an evening out with friends or with your significant other! read more

What a mess! I'm talking about my fingers and hands. The food here is literally finger-lickin' good! The staff of one is very friendly and attentive. The menu is written on a chalk board with lots of feel-good, home-cooking options. The cochinita pibil was amazing! So were our frozen margaritas and cheese quesadillas. The frijoles could use a wee bit of salt, but otherwise delicious. And if you want to escape into a more cozy, intimate experience, walk towards the back and go through the white door flush against the wall. You can also ask for the toilet and it will lead you to the "speakeasy" area of this joint. I loved this place and will definitely bookmark for future visits and/ or recommendations to friends. read more

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Worth all the hype. Make the reservation and be sure to stop by Candelaria for drinks during your time in Paris! We started with tacos in the front (yummm and loved the assortment of hot sauces) before sliding through the back door into the bar. The dim lighting and worn wooden barstools create a really cozy and romantic vibe. On a Suze kick (when in France!), I ordered the Ugly Wu Di and it was exactly that earth, vegetal drink I craved. My sister went with a more tame pisco drink that was very pleasant and pink. My only regret is that they were busy and with few bartenders and servers compared to the number of guests, we only got to experience one drink each. I hope to come back to try a second round! read more

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Hidden inside of a mexican spot that has a sign that says "taco" on the window you'll find this hidden gem. Just walk through the unmarked door in the back or the restaurant and you'll find this cozy and dimly lit speakeasy. The have fresh ingredients and amazing cocktails at the bar along with very reasonable prices. I highly recommend Candelaria for craft cocktails. read more

After a day of exploring the city, the family and I wanted to get something close to our Airbnb and came upon this little ridiculously delicious restaurant. It's pretty small and cramped but they have a few seating areas and a nifty bar/lounge in the back of the restaurant. To be honest, my sister and I were curious how you were able to get into the bar/lounge area when we've walked passed it a few times and looked through from their large windows. The only way to get in is from the restaurant, which is pretty nifty! When I say this is the best thing I ate in Paris, I literally mean IT'S THE BEST THING I ATE IN PARIS! Oh my goodness!! I ordered 2 barbacoa tacos and when I took my first bite, my taste buds were blown away!! The barbacoa was so juicy and well seasoned. I felt like I tasted a little bit of heaven! The corn tortillas were soft and delicious. You even get to see the tortillas being made! They had a few different hot sauces but I didn't even need them. The food was perfect they was it was. We also ordered some chips and salsa. Again, I was not disappointed. This place may be very small, but their food is to die for. I can't recommend this place enough! I still drool when I think about the tacos. Lol. If you're ever in Paris, don't miss out on the best tacos you'll ever have! You won't regret it because I sure didn't. read more

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So fun looking for this speakeasy! We happened to go there on June 21, which is apparently the International Day of Music so there were little pop up DJ parties all around as we walked to the bar. It was a little nuts trying to figure it out but once inside- it was a really fun and unique atmosphere. They have a great and original selection of drinks to chose from and the service was impecable. Would definitely come back! read more

Spicy salsa, fresh baked tortillas, greasy pork and tangy margaritas -- if you haven't smelled it already, there is a whiff of Mexican fiesta blowing in the air in Paris these days. Candelaria is a slightly larger, much more hipster version of the first authentic taqueria in Paris, El Nopal. The narrow, brightly lit restaurant has one table, a long counter and an open kitchen where you can watch your soft tacos and crispy tostados being made before your eyes. Last night the space was packed shoulder to shoulder with people angling their bodies just enough to raise their arms to their face to squeeze the scrumptious food in their mouths. Luckily my group was able to score the only real table there is so we ate more comfortably than most of the people around, but the tight quarters actually make for a totally unique dining experience in Paris, one that is decidedly warmer, more physical and totally un-French. Past the cramped taqueria shack setting is a white door that leads to a speak-easy like, candelit cocktail bar that's more spacious, but totally cozy and cool. The whole secret bar behind the restaurant concept feels very PDT in NYC. My pepper-infused tequila cocktail with a fresh cucumber slice was deliciouso. Would have loved if it had been double the size, especially given the 11E price tag, but hey, this is Paris and that's the price of an original cocktail these days. Poised to become the it-destination of the season, get there fast before the bouncer (yes, there was already a bouncer!) makes the place impossible to get into. read more

Candelaria - Mexican Near Me - Paris, 75

I really really wanted to give them FIVE stars and I would have if I had written this review after my first visit. To give insight as to why it dropped to three, I will write a review on both of my experiences there. First Visit: Sunday for Brunch I heard this place was quite popular so I made the trek over early to get there when they opened. I was seated immediately. You walk through the front kitchen and then walk into the main dining area. A girl who spoke English, French, AND Spanish helped me through the menu. Everything from the food to the special cocktails for Sunday looked drool worthy. I ordered three tacos, one of each that rotates almost weekly, and huevos rancheros. They had about four different types of salsas and hot sauces and they were all amazing. They took me right back to the warm beaches of Playa del Carmen. My expectations were somewhat low because who has ever heard of good Mexican food in Paris? But my meal really knocked me off my feet. The huevos rancheros came piping hot with beans cooked to perfection, eggs, cheese, and veggies on top of amazing tortillas. Then came my tacos. The pork was cooked crisp yet juicy, the beef was succulent, and the vegetarian one--mushrooms was divine. My meal was perfect. And let's talk service. The girl who helped me was super genuine and kind which I find a rarity here in Paris. Second Visit: Tuesday afternoon Because my first visit was so good, I walked in the pouring rain to get my taco fix. This time I was seated in front of the house at a communal table. The girl who sat me down was horrid from the getgo. The tacos were different this week and I ordered one of each. I even got guacamole for 6.5 euros which is expensive! What the hell were the guacamole. It was not only WAY too salty but the chips were hard and stale. The girl also basically threw down my food. What have I ever done to her? The fork she gave me also had old bean stains. The tacos were also SLOPPY. The meat was not crispy and the chicken was cut into huge chunks. I had to drown it in their hot sauce which was the only thing that was consistent about this visit. The place was slowly getting to get busy so I took out my cash ready to pay. The girl walked by me about four times and didn't do anything. A good seven minutes or so later, she just takes my money without giving me a receipt. WTH?! I had a 50 euro bill but she came back with 20. Are you telling me three tacos, chips and shitty guac, and a coke is 30 euros? I cannot get over her attitude. If you don't want to work, DON'T WORK. Candelaria, you WERE good but I don't know what happened. HASTA LA VISTA. read more

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This is a really sweet spot that has fantastic drinks and a perfect ambience. Every drink we had was mixed well and all different and amazing. Service was great too! read more

Epic fail. I can't even explain why this is called an 'authentic taqueria' I mean, who has heard of lamb tacos??? Word of advice: don't have your staff epically gross out on your other signature tacos: taco de lengua in front of your costumers, I mean if the sever is disgusted by it, why would anyone in the restaurant eat it? It gets 2 stars because the nopalitos were decent. read more

Yes, I came all the way to France and ate Mexican food. And you know what? I have absolutely no shame. Coming to Candelaria proved to be an excellent choice, although I liked the speakeasy bar more than the restaurant. THE RESTAURANT: The restaurant is extremely tiny with not much seating at all. The menu rotates and is mostly comprised of various tacos and guacamole. On the day I came, they had Al pastor, pepper and cheese and some type of mashed potato taco. The Al pastor taco was good, but could have been served a bit more warm. There was a bit of confusion going on about whether or not the taco came with cheese (I know al pastor tacos don't come with cheese, but the waitress told me that this one came with cheese). Long story short, it did not. I asked if I could add it and pay extra and the cook told me he would ask the waitress since she was the one who took my order. The waitress went back and asked the cook again. Then she came back and said "it's not possible". O rly? Why is it "not possible"? I told them I would pay for it, but she kept saying that it was "not possible" and that she couldn't do it. Now, I get it, some chefs will not like to make any additions or substitutions to things because they don't want to compromise the integrity of the dish; I get that. But that is not what was said. They simply just said that it "wasn't possible" even though it clearly was since they have cheese there. I would have much more respected them just saying that they didn't want to do it instead of making up some excuse that didn't make sense. They then told me that I had to order the peppers and cheese taco ($5) if I wanted some cheese. At this point, I really just wanted some cheese since the waitress had been talking about it, and I figured I would just try the taco. Big mistake! That taco was just as disgusting as I had imagined. They should take that taco off the menu and never put it back on again. Luckily, the guacamole was very good, even though it looked nasty and came out of a huge plastic tub. The margarita I ordered was very tiny but was also very tasty and potent. At this point, however, I was ready to head to the back of the restaurant, into the bar. THE BAR: I love speakeasy bars. They make me feel cool and hip and as if I am somehow more privileged than other people. Located to the back of the tiny tacqueria restaurant, right next to the stove, is a tiny white door with no sign. This is the entrance into the bar. There is no sign or any indication of a bar back there, so don't look for one. The bar is very dark and very sexy. Low tables, couches and candlelights. They also play nice music. It was packed when I got there around 9pm on a Monday, but luckily I was able to grab the last seat at the bar. Surprisingly enough (and to my disappointment), this bar was packed with Americans. It seemed like everyone around me, sans two or three people, was American (or British). Oy vey! Nevertheless, I guess it was nice to finally have a full conversation with people who I could understand, and who could understand me. The French bartender, Sebastien, however, was very sexy, very sweet and actually did speak a good amount of English (with a sexy accent, of course). He explained to me that most of the trendy restaurants and bars try to employ people who can speak English since most tourists, visitors and expats are English-speaking. The drinks were fantastic: crafty, potent and made with excellent ingredients... oh yeah and of course, expensive. I think the drinks were about $16 (USD) each, which is pretty much on par with the speakeasy bars back home. The first cocktail I had, La Guepe Verte, was made with pepper-infused tequila, cucumber, coriander, agave and lime; this drink was my favorite, it was perfect. The next drink I tried was called Into the Sun, made with cachaça, mezcal cream, coconut syrup and citrus. This drink was done well, but not really what I was in the mood for. The last drink I had was similar to the first one, and while I can't remember the name, it was made with mezcal, Chipotle peppers and agave; this drink was very good as well. Overall, the tacos here are good, but definitely come here for the bar. Just make sure you know what to expect for the prices. read more

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I won´t try to claim that I know Mexican Street food by heart or anything like that. I have no Idea how this compares to authentic Street food in Mexico City. But what I can tell you is that compared to what I know, the Tacos and the Guacamole at Candelaria are very tasty. Freshly made with good ingredients. The Tortilla chips on the other hand were not to my taste. Also "no me gusta", were the prices, nor the value for money. Even by parisian standard and taking into account the freshness and tastiness - you don´t get a lot for your money when it comes to the food. The Cocktail prices in the Bar part are in line with what you pay in other parisian bars - which is a lot. Did I not mention that there is a Cocktail Bar in the back of Candelaria? You step through a door in the back and suddenly you are in a Cocktail Bar. And a nice one at that. Though if you think the tiny eatery is crowded - the Cocktail Bar is even more packed with people. The crowd consists of mostly young tourists and expats so you shouldn´t mistake this for a bar where only locals go. They have recently added a bouncer, but for my taste Candelaria is still too crowded to have a really nice evening there. -Summary- positive: food, drink & atmosphere in the bar sort of in between: friendliness of the staff negative: prices, value for money, atmosphere in the eatery, crowds read more

Candelaria - Menu 21 of November - Mexican Near Me - Paris, 75

Oh. my. goodness. I don't even know where to start. I think Candelaria is my favorite place in Paris. I took some friends there for my birthday - perfect birthday meal - and I was a bit worried because one girl wasn't the biggest fan of spicy, "strange" stuff. Well, she and everyone else loved the food! It's not spicy unless you add one of the delicious hot sauces they have. Hmm, "Valentina" hot sauce is the best by the way! hahaha Yes, there's a hot sauce out there with my name on it. And I have to say, I'm delicious. We pretty much got everything on the menu. As a vegetarian, Hatley couldn't eat the pork taco - but no worries! They have a "queso fresco" taco that is heavenly. I ordered it with the "nopal". Holy crap is that delicious. Everything is so good. We talked to one of the lovely ladies there, and she said that Candelaria is also 4th in "World's best cocktail bar". Amazing! Their drinks are expensive (11, 12 euros) but really good. I'm a firm believer in giving into these little pleasures once in a while. If you are in Paris, I highly recommend this place. I give it a million trillion stars. read more

Candelaria - Mexican Near Me - Paris, 75

They aren't kidding when they say this place is the size of a van. It's tiny stature is part of the charm though, as everyone huddles together in a communal feasting on authentic mexican cuisine made with fine, fresh ingredients. Bring a big appetite and enough cash to match it. Don't forget to order popsicles for dessert! Try the spicy mango for an added kick of flavor. read more

Candelaria - Pork Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Paris, 75

SPEAKEASY POR FAVOR. Just walk straight through the taqueria throw the white doors. Don't say a word. Just go, it's not weird. Don't be weird. The cocktails are freakin bomb.com and even the non-alcoholic drinks. So refreshing. I miss it. I want to go back. It's such a cute little lounge in the back. Come around 6-7 if you want a table without the long wait. It fills up quick! Also the chips and salsa, ooooooo fresh sour cream. Soooo bomb. 10/10 would recommend NOTE: I didn't have any tacos in front. This is just for the bar in the back! read more