Itacate
A vibrant Mexican restaurant in the heart of BKK1: scratch-made authentic flavours, generous portions, and some of the capital's best tequila cocktails.
Itacate is one of Phnom Penh's most popular Mexican restaurants. In trendy BKK1, it draws expats and travellers looking for hearty comfort food, a festive atmosphere, and exceptional margaritas.
The menu (meals or combos around USD 5–10): hefty burritos, quesadillas, sizzling fajitas, chimichangas, loaded nachos. Taco highlights: al pastor, chorizo, shrimp. Scratch-made cooking with classic recipes. Dedicated vegetarian and vegan section: vegan ceviche, sweet potato tacos, dairy-free burritos.
Bar: lime sodas in clay pots, craft beers, frozen or on-the-rocks margaritas and mezcalitas.
Weekly promos:
- Taco Tuesday — crispy or soft tacos at USD 1.50 all evening (reservations recommended).
- Dance Monday — free Cuban & salsa classes from 6 PM, live shows, 50% off all margaritas.
- Wednesday — complimentary house appetizer with any signature cocktail.
Practical info. 6B Street 302, BKK1. Hours: Tue/Thu/Fri/Sat 11:30 AM–11 PM (Mon/Wed/Sun 11:30 AM–10 PM). Indoor dining + patio, Wi-Fi, highchairs, dog-friendly. Tel. +855 96 720 1270 — booking strongly advised Monday and Tuesday nights.
Itacate is that Tuesday night in BKK1 when you stack USD 1.50 tacos and margaritas — colourful decor, XXL portions, and an energy that really feels like Mexico in the middle of Phnom Penh.
Géraldine & Jean-Pierre
Don't miss
- Al pastor, chorizo, or shrimp tacos — Taco Tuesday at USD 1.50
- Burritos, fajitas, fresh guacamole, loaded nachos
- Margaritas and mezcalitas (50% off on Mondays)
- Vegan options: ceviche, sweet potato tacos
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Contact
- Address: 6B Street 302, Boeung Keng Kang 1 (BKK1), Phnom Penh 12302, Cambodia
- Hours: Tue/Thu/Fri/Sat 11:30 AM–11 PM · Mon/Wed/Sun 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Itacate.phnompenh/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itacate.phnompenh/
- Phone: +855 96 720 1270