Restaurant
Taco Cartel
Jl. Monkey Forest, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
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Jl. Monkey Forest, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
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Roadside Mexican comfort tucked along Monkey Forest road hits the mark with handmade tortillas, seasoned jackfruit carnitas, and smothered wet burritos. Perch at the open-air counter with a frosty mug of Bintang and watch macaques scurry across overhead power lines while dousing tacos in the house orange hot sauce.
- Scratch-Made Flavors & Plant-Based Options: Fresh corn tortillas and burritos packed with slow-cooked meats or seasoned jackfruit carnitas, paired with fiery homemade hot sauce.
- Streetside Perch & Monkey Watching: An open-air streetside counter on Monkey Forest road where diners spot wild monkeys along overhead wires over chilled drinks.
- West Coast & Wet Burrito Staples: Hefty California burritos stuffed with fries and melted cheese, plus smothered wet burritos served without fuss.
What's On at Taco Cartel
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Choose Taco Cartel
Why Ubud visitors choose Taco Cartel for authentic Mexican comfort, chilled roadside drinks, and front-row street views
California & Wet Burrito Cravings
Taco Cartel satisfies regional American-Mexican cravings with hefty California burritos packed with french fries and melted cheese, plus smothered wet burritos.
The melted cheese with the fries inside the burrito were absolutely delicious.
Sam Hecht Bottled Homemade Hot Sauce
Every table receives bottles of scratch-made, spicy signature hot sauce crafted to complement freshly griddled tacos and burritos.
The hot sauce is homemade and has a really nice flavor and just the right amount of spice.
Emy Frosted Glass Roadside Refreshments
Patrons can recharge along Monkey Forest road with iced drinks served in chilled glassware, including frosty beer mugs and refreshing slushies.
Frosted mug for my Bintang was a major plus!
Brian Street-Side Ubud Pitstop
The breezy roadside counter provides an open perch to take a break from Ubud heat and watch the bustling street scene unfold.
it was cool to eat street-side and just watch life happen.
Rik C Signature Jackfruit Carnitas
Plant-based diners can enjoy flavorful Mexican meals without compromise thanks to savory jackfruit carnitas that anchor tacos, quesadillas, and burritos.
jackfruit carnitas quesadilla (star of the show hands down)
Sarah Dent Monkey-Watching Street Perch
Diners can enjoy a laid-back, entertaining street meal watching wild monkeys journey across overhead utility lines right outside the shop.
super chill watching the monkeys walking about on the powerlines :)
Lily
Most popular items
Authentic Mexican staples and plant-forward favorites
Wet Burrito
The wet burrito was FiRe 🔥
Rik C Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos
I strongly recommend the soft corn tortilla tacos with beans or jackfruit carnitas
Emy California Burrito
The melted cheese with the fries inside the burrito were absolutely delicious.
Sam Hecht Jackfruit Carnitas Quesadilla
jackfruit carnitas quesadilla (star of the show hands down)
Sarah Dent
Other favorites
Refreshing beverages, sweet treats, and house-made condiments
Churros
churros delish!
Leslie's Travel Snacks Frozen Lime Mint
I definitely recommend the frozen lime mint on a hot day!
Tam Homemade Hot Sauce
The hot sauce is homemade and has a really nice flavor and just the right amount of spice.
Emy Frosted Mug Beer
Frosted mug for my Bintang was a major plus!
Brian
Beyond the menu
Small hospitality gestures and attentive details that make roadside dining on Monkey Forest road memorable.
Bottles of House-Made Hot Sauce at Every Table
Tables are supplied with full bottles of house-made orange hot sauce to pour freely over tacos, burritos, and quesadillas.
Chilled Frosted Mugs for Cold Beer
Cold beers like Bintang are poured and served in chilled, frosted mugs to beat the Ubud heat street-side.
Attentive Extra Fan Comfort
Staff quickly bring out extra portable fans to cool down overheated guests exhausted from walking around Ubud.
Bespoke Dietary Customization and Plant-Based Swaps
The kitchen flexibly accommodates dietary preferences, crafting custom burritos and substituting jackfruit carnitas or seasoned beans into any dish upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the seating setup and atmosphere like?
Taco Cartel is an open-air roadside shop along Monkey Forest road rather than an enclosed dining room with air conditioning. Seating is limited and faces the street, where diners occasionally see monkeys traveling along nearby electrical wires.
Are there vegetarian and plant-based options available?
Yes. You can order plant-based fillings such as jackfruit carnitas, seasoned beans, or mixed vegetables across items like tacos, quesadillas, and burritos.
How are the portions and ordering structured?
You can order individual tacos to sample different fillings—generally two to three tacos per person depending on appetite—or opt for larger items like the wet burrito or California burrito with fries. Corn tortillas are served fresh and can get soft, so enjoying them right away is recommended.
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