This cozy taqueria serves up crave-worthy Mexican street food with a focus on tender carnitas and a welcoming communal vibe, perfect for a casual outing.
"Carnitas Lonja, a James Beard Award-nominated restaurant, will close permanently at the end of the year. It opened in 2017 and was known for its superior carnitas. The restaurant earned Best New Restaurant accolades from Eater in 2018 and chef Alex Paredes was named a James Beard Award semifinalist in 2020. The restaurant also expanded in 2021 to serve ceviche and seafood dishes." - Erin Russell
"Restaurants like Cured, Pharm Table, La Panadería, 2M Smokehouse, and Carnitas Lonja are a few of the eateries that have recently been drawing gastronomes to SATX."
"Carnitas Lonja is known for its tender carnitas served by the pound or half pound, with a spacious outdoor patio area." - Polly Anna Rocha
"As the name suggests, this quaint taqueria serves up ample helpings of tender carnitas, the likes of which have garnered national attention and earned chef Alex Paredes a semifinalist position in the 2020 James Beard Awards. The restaurant is open for outdoor dining, and to-go orders can be placed online." - Polly Anna Rocha
"Carnitas Lonja has garnered national attention for its carnitas recipes, offering tender, seasoned pork tacos topped with onions and cilantro." - Polly Anna Rocha
