All-you-can-eat or à la carte tacos with tender, flavorful meats like pork, chicken, and beef.
Weekend brunch featuring unique dishes like churro waffles and shrimp and grits with a New Orleans flair.
Daily deals including $5 margaritas, $3 beers, and $1 tacos, plus discounted nachos and appetizers.
Handcrafted margaritas and beverages, available to-go, perfect for pairing with our Mexican cuisine.
Accommodating service for parties, game days, and celebrations in a lively atmosphere.
Overall solid Mexican food at reasonable prices. Street tacos are a great way to try a variety of tacos at a reasonable price. Meat was tender and flavorful. Margaritas were okay, a little sweet and batched but decent flavor. Only disappointment were the nachos. A small plate of chips with cold cheese sauce drizzled on top and some veg. Didn’t notice they were only on the happy hour menu until after we ordered. A solid choice for Mexican food.
Johnny Sánchez is hands down one of the best spots in New Orleans for authentic Mexican food with a fun local twist. The flavors are bold, the atmosphere is warm and lively, and everything feels thoughtfully crafted. The tacos are the best in NOLA, perfectly seasoned, fresh, and full of flavor. I also tried their brunch, and it was amazing! The churro waffles were a standout, crisp on the outside, fluffy inside, and the syrup was so good I could’ve had a whole jar of it. The shrimp and grits brought that perfect New Orleans flair, and the steak tacos were juicy and delicious. If you’re looking for a place that blends authentic Mexican cuisine with that signature New Orleans charm, Johnny Sánchez is a must-visit.
Tiffanie was the absolute BEST!! Sweet as pie and very accommodating!! Every time we are in town for a game, we try a new spot to pregame! This was an excellent choice!!! The endless street tacos were amazing….and the margaritas were PHENOMENAL!! I even took a margarita to-go!😩😂Definitely adding this one to our rotation!!! We even enjoyed the company of other Pels fans! 🤣🤣🤣 #GoPels!🏀🏀🏀 First home game of the official season!!!🏀💕
I recommend the All you can eat tacos if they still have it! Within it, you can order pork, chicken, or beef tacos. All you can eat beef tacos are the most savory/flavorful out of the three.
The happy hour is great! 5 dollar margaritas, 3 dollar beers, and 1 dollar tacos. We got some nachos and they were delicious and the tacos were really good as well. Excellent place for happy hour!

Authentic Mexican flavors meet New Orleans soul in a vibrant, lively setting.
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Johnny Sánchez brings bold, authentic Mexican cuisine with a distinctive New Orleans twist to the heart of the city. Located at 930 Poydras St, we offer a warm, lively atmosphere perfect for casual dining, happy hour, or brunch. Our menu features standout items like street tacos, churro waffles, and shrimp and grits, all crafted with fresh, flavorful ingredients. With a 4.3-star rating from over 2,000 reviews, we're a local favorite for delicious food, great margaritas, and unforgettable experiences. Join us for endless taco options, happy hour specials, and a taste of Mexico with NOLA charm.
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