Popular tips: "Try the vegan birra tacos made from scratch with mushrooms for a standout plant-based dish"
"Try the vegan birra tacos made from scratch with mushrooms for a standout plant-based dish"
"Order the vegan feed me menu for a multi-course experience featuring churros dessert"
"Book ahead especially for bottomless brunches and weekend dinners to secure a table"
"Enjoy the elote (street corn) and totopos with guacamole as flavorful vegan starters"
"Be aware the venue is not wheelchair accessible due to basement location and stairs"
Must-try: tacos, elote, black bean tacos
tacos — popular (×12)
elote — popular (×5)
black bean tacos — popular (×2)
sweet potato — fan-favourite
totopos with guac — fan-favourite
Praised for: friendly service, cozy atmosphere, fast service
friendly service ×11
cozy atmosphere ×7
fast service
attentive service
generous portions
Bodega Underground is a licensed Mexican restaurant and bar known for its late-night service and extensive mezcal selection. The dimly lit basement venue in Melbourne's Chinatown serves a variety of small sharing plates and tacos, including a well-regarded vegan menu featuring items like black bean and birra tacos, elote corn, and chilaquiles. Guests often highlight the lively atmosphere, quick food service, and creative cocktails, although the space is noted as not wheelchair accessible and can be noisy.