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18/08/2026
Did you know our tortillas are made using a traditional method dating back to over 3,000 years ago!?
Nixtamalisation is a traditional method where the corn kernels are soaked in an alkaline corn solution overnight, before being ground over volcanic stones in a molino, turned into masa (corn dough) and then rolled and cooked into tortillas?
We are only one of a small handful of restaurants in Australia using this process. It's time consuming but well worth it to have the full experience of a taco from Mexico.
29/07/2026
Santito Showcase, each week we'll be showcasing a different Mexican spirit or liqueur. This week it's Alma Tepec Pasilla Mixe Chile Liqueur, from our friends Agave Lux Australia . Made with chilli's grown in the unconquered mountain region of Oaxaca, Sierra Mixe. Always pouring, come and ask our staff for a dram.
23/07/2026
Paloma & Diego - preparing masa and pressing tortillas.
We are so lucky to have an incredible team of chefs and cooks in our kitchen.
21/07/2026
Did you know that we have a private dining room downstairs?!
We wanted this room to feel completely different to the retro diner style upstairs, so we leant into making it feel like a moody hacienda.
This room is available for large groups up to 22 people. Find out more by sending us an email to [email protected] or visiting our website.
14/07/2026
The al pastor taco.
Created by Lebanese immigrants in central Mexico, swapping lamb shawarma for pork marinated in chiles cooked on a spit.
07/07/2026
Join us for the Dine Out Festival with our special menu - Australian Nostalgic Dishes with a Mexican Twist
This special menu will be available for one week only (in addition to our regular menu of course). Vegemite & cheese sopes, lamb barbacoa shephards pie, lime jelly frog in a pond, tim tam horchata.
Our sister restaurant will also be running their own Australian Nostalgic dishes menu make sure you check that out too!
July 21-26. Bookings and walk ins. Not available for takeaway.
25/06/2026
We've got you covered no matter your preference 🍆
*it's vegan and designed to be shared 😉
Address
174 Smith Street
Collingwood, VIC
3066
Directions to Smith Street in Melbourne can be taken using public transport or driving. For public transport, take the train or tram to Collingwood station and walk towards Smith Street. For driving, park at the nearby parking lot and head towards Smith Street.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
5pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
5pm - 9pm |
| Thursday |
5pm - 9pm |
| Friday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Sunday |
5pm - 9pm |
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What people say
Mexican restaurants are known for their vibrant and bold flavors, and Hotel Jesus on Smith Street in Melbourne is no exception. With a new menu that features exciting dishes like Pescadillas (Sinaloense style fish tacos) with smoked marlin salpicón, rajas, and avocado, and Chicharrón - fried, puffed pork skin served with guacamole and rajas - there's something for everyone to enjoy. The restaurant also offers special menus for occasions like Mother's Day, where guests can indulge in a delicious banquet featuring dishes like Pink snapper grilled in banana leaf spiced yucateco butter and Postre peaches and cream crumb de almendras. And if you're looking for a quick lunch option, the reworked burritos are sure to satisfy your cravings. With its lively atmosphere and mouth-watering food options, Hotel Jesus is definitely worth a visit.
