Mexican Restaurant
La Bamba
La Bamba is a Mexican restaurant in Philadelphia offering menu access, burritos, fajitas, and enchiladas. Located at 522 S 5th St with dine-in and takeout.
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About this place
About La Bamba
La Bamba is a casual Mexican and Southwestern restaurant located in Philadelphia, known for its fresh, homemade tortillas and hearty Mexican staples such as burritos, fajitas, and enchiladas. The atmosphere is eclectic and cozy, often described as a neighborhood hole-in-the-wall with a trendy vibe.
Guests highlight the friendly owner-chef who prepares food to order and maintains an engaging, local experience. The restaurant is popular for its generous portions, fresh ingredients, and unique flavors, including vegetarian options and comfort food.
Popular menu highlights
Dishes guests come back for
What to expect
The dining experience
Atmosphere
A casual and trendy setting featuring a cozy fireplace and a quirky, down-home ambiance praised by visitors for its welcoming vibe.
Service Style
Offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, curbside pickup, and drive-through with fast service and accepts reservations for an easy dining experience.
Best For
Ideal for lunch, dinner, solo dining, and family-friendly or LGBTQ+ friendly crowds seeking Southwestern and Mexican comfort food.
Good Occasions
Suitable for casual meals any day of the week including breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner with flexible hours between 11:00 AM and 8:30 PM.
- Fast service
- Fireplace
- Comfort food
- Homemade tortillas
- Vegetarian options
Location & contact
Find La Bamba
- 522 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, United States
- In the Spring Mountain Road dining district, near Arville St — a short drive west of the Strip.
Opening hours
When to visit
· 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM
Hours may change on public holidays and special events. Please confirm with the restaurant.
| Monday | 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM - 08:00 PM |
| Friday Today | 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM - 08:00 PM |
| Sunday | 05:00 PM - 08:30 PM |
Service options & amenities
Good to know
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Curbside pickup
- Drive-through
Amenities
- Restroom
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Planning & Payments
- Accepts reservations
- Cash only
- No on-site parking information available
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