La Bamba

Philadelphia, PA · Mexican restaurant

Rating
4.7/5
★★★★★ 4.7
Reviews
20
Rank in Philadelphia
#754
of 5546 restaurants
City Percentile
79%
rating percentile
Address
La Bamba, 522 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Phone
(267) 690-3777
Website
labamba.carrd.co
Status
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM

La Bamba is a restaurant located in Philadelphia, PA. It is one of 5,546 restaurants listed in Philadelphia. Its 4.7-star rating is above the Philadelphia city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About La Bamba

Southwest border fare with homemade tortilla wraps made fresh on premises - only one in America.

Hours

Saturday11 AM–8 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Aliya · Feb 2026

Hands down the best burrito I’ve ever had. We ordered the brisket burrito, margarita, and flan. The burrito was incredible, the brisket was amazing; the tortilla was clearly homemade and the best tortilla I’ve ever had. The salsa was delicious and very unique. The atmosphere inside was so eclectic, cozy, and homey. The owner was so kind to us and unfortunately we found out that we were here on their closing night! Wish we could’ve come back!

★★★★★ 5.0 Salam Bustanji · Mar 2025

10/10 best dining experience I had at a Mexican restaurant in Philly. Michael greeted us and seated us and immediately made us feel at home. We had a beautiful conversation about food and film and travels and culture. We felt so lucky to have had this experience as he opened his heart to us and we felt like family. We could already smell the food walking down the street so we already knew it was going to be amazing. Every dish hit, the texture and layering of flavors and presentation. Everything was so delicious and hearty. We got the fish tacos and brisket enchiladas and enjoyed both very much. Cant wait to be back again and again. Highly recommend for anyone who still hasn’t been to La Bamba and met Michael yet!! Thank you so much Michael!!! 💛🫂

★★★★★ 5.0 Taj Sheikh · Oct 2025

My partner and I stumbled across La Bamba while leaving Bario Neal next door, and were stopped in our tracks by the delicious aroma wafting through the front windows. As we examined the sign, a passerby said "you have to go in - their burritos are incredible, and it's an experience unlike any I've had." This felt fateful, so we went in, and were ushered by the owner to come sit on the back patio and enjoy the fire. The rest of the experience was magical - we met his sweet cat, Spats, who spends time on the patio, and were greeted with fresh chips and salsa. We both ordered an incredible grapefruit marg (as I'd come to learn, was as delicious and as large as the brisket burrito I ordered) and my partner ordered the mahi mahi tacos. Everything was SO GOOD. The ingredients were fresh, the tor

★★★★★ 5.0 Jimi Dodd-o · Aug 2025

One of the most memorable meals I have ever had in Philadelphia and truly what I think Philly is all about. The owner Michael runs the whole shop by himself and chatting with him was easily half of the joy that this place brought me. I think he just has the restaurant open to meet and chat with locals. The spot itself is relatively small but we loved sitting on the back patio hanging with his cat. Then theres the food and drinks. First and foremost the peach margarita comes in a 32 ounce container and was both delicious and punchy. My wife and I both got the brisket burritos and agreed they were the best we ever had. The brisket and homemade tortillas were easily the stars of the show. We will absolutely be making this spot part of our restaurant rotation and I urge any Queen Villag

★★★★★ 5.0 Madeline · Jul 2022

I am so lucky to have stumbled across this place!!! Incredibly friendly and generous people working here, especially Michael, the owner! The food is fantastic. Best shrimp taco I’ve had in the city. Thanks for an awesome meal!

Services

Mexican restaurantSouthwestern restaurant (US)

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