WELCOME TO EL Cartel

THE FAST AND DELICIOUS FOOD TRUCK

At El Cartel, we call ourselves the "Culinary Cartel," a team of chefs from places like Mumbai, Guadalajara, Korea, Ireland, and Vietnam. For over a decade, our chefs have worked together to create a menu that mixes bold street food flavours with new ideas. From the streets to The Nest, we’ve brought the best global flavours to every dish. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or need customized catering for any event, our "Culinary Cartel" makes sure every meal is packed with unique and unforgettable tastes.

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street foodPrepared fresh

Each dish is crafted with care and attention to detail, ensuring a symphony of flavours that excite the taste buds.

Tacos

Tacos

Burritos & Bowls

Burritos & Bowls

Desserts

Desserts

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ABOUT US

Flavourfrom the Heart

Welcome to El Cartel @UBC, where the vibrant flavours of Mexico meet the bustling atmosphere of the UBC campus. Inspired by the success of our food truck, El Cartel brings the authentic taste of Mexican street ...

OUR MENU

Passionon a plate

Each taco is carefully assembled with handmade corn tortillas, freshly prepared salsas, and locally sourced produce, resulting in tantalising and fresh flavours.
  • Tacos
  • Burritos & Bowls
  • Desserts

Beef Birria Tacos

6” corn tortillas stuffed with mozzarella cheese and delicious authentic beef birria served with side of consume

Mexicali Chicken Tacos

Grilled spiced-rubbed chicken breast, fresh black bean & sweet corn salsa topped with housemade Cilantro-Lime sauce & fresh Guacamole

Bulgogi Steak Tacos

Grilled Steak marinated in house-made Korean Bulgogi sauce, freshly dressed slaw, topped with Murder sauce

Ensenada Vegetarian Tacos

Medley of black beans, corn, onions, roasted garlic, pico de gallo topped with cilantro-lime sauce

Mexicali Chicken

Fresh spice rubbed grilled chicken breast, pico de gallo, black bean, sweet corn,roasted garlic, freshly shredded slaw topped with Jalapeno lime sauce on our Signature 12-spiced blend Cartel rice

Bulgogi Steak

Steak marinated overnight in housemade sweet & spiced Korean Bulgogi sauce, slaw, topped with Murder sauce

Ensenada Veggie

Chickpea tossed in herb-infused olive oil fresh pico de gallo black bean, sweet corn,roasted garlic, sauteed peppers, freshly shredded slaw topped with Jalapeno lime sauce on our Signature 12-spiced blend Cartel rice

Churros

Catering

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Catering by El Cartel
Bring bold, unforgettable flavors to your next event with El Cartel Catering. Whether it's a corporate lunch, private party, or special celebration, our delicious street food will have your guests coming back for more. Fresh, fast, and full of flavor—customizable packages available for groups of all sizes.

Email Us for all catering Inquiries: elcartel604@gmail.com 

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