If you want to try the most authentic Mexican food in Auckland then you need to make time in the diary on a Friday or Saturday to make the trip to Ellerslie between the hours of 10am and 3pm to sample the delights of Mexican Specialities cafe. Rarely open, the cafe has been running since 2004 but is only open for two days because the food experience here is very, very special. The definition of a hidden gem, Mexican Specialities is an excellent place to go if you want to create your own authentic Mexican meals at home and there's a whole heap of gorgeous gifts too. Well worth taking time out of your busy schedule for!
A little taste of Mexico hidden away on the streets of Ellerslie. The decor is unique, colourful and vibrant as is the food. They even have authentic Mexican hot chocolate direct from the mother country which sends your taste buds into warm, chockablock overdrive. Be warned, this place gets busy and opening hours are just as scarce so planning your visit can become essential.
Mexican Specialities is one of the places I like to go as a special treat - as often as possible! Unfortunately due to it's location in Ellerslie it is not as often as I'd like. I am happy to sit down by myself and order the unctuous bean dip with house made corn chips and the sublime prawn taco. If I am feeling particularly indulgent I top it off with the spicy Mexican hot chocolate. Heaven.