50 Best Mexican Restaurants in Riverside

“Cenaduría Oaxaqueña Donaji truly exceeded my expectations. The restaurant is set in a house with limited parking, but plenty of street parking nearby. Luckily, we found a spot inside. As we stepped under the large white tarp, we were welcomed like guests at a family gathering, I immediately felt at home. While waiting for our table, they kindly seated us next to a heater, making the experience even more comfortable. From there, we could watch the food being prepared, and it was nothing short of an art form. After a brief 15-minute wait, we were seated and ready to enjoy our meal. I tried a tlayuda for the first time, and it was absolutely delicious, loaded with quesillo, beans, and three types of meat: cecina, chorizo, and what appeared to be chuleta. The portions were incredibly generous. We also shared a quesadilla with epazote, which was just as flavorful. With those two dishes, my wife and I had more than enough to eat. To top it off, the café de olla was incredible, and the hot chocolate was simply exquisite. I highly recommend visiting this hidden Oaxacan gem in Riverside!“

“We had a great experience at Palenque thanks to our server Eddie. He was attentive, friendly, and made sure we were well taken care of throughout our visit. Eddie checked up on us multiple times to ensure everything was perfect, and his professionalism really stood out. It’s clear he takes pride in providing excellent service. We’ll definitely be back, and we hope to have Eddie as our server again!“

“Incredible atmosphere as soon as you walk in:
Families are enjoying the yummy food and Jose was super amazing and explaining the different things on the menu.

Now let’s talk about THE quality of the delicious yummy home made food
Wowwwwww I’ve never had such delicious birriah meat: absolutely no fat and 1000% juicy seasoned with love meat! And they’re not cheap they FILL THE TACOS W MEAT!
I want to highlight the fact there’s no fat in the meat bc there’s never not been fat in my birriah but this place has such good quality .“

“Had their “enchiladas divorciadas” and they we’re phenomenal! One was filled with juicy fresh steak and the other with grilled chicken. Chicken was also juicy and tasted exceptional. Came with rice and beans. My husband got their “empanadas de tinga.” Came with side of beans rice and garnishes.

We also had their sopa azteca 12oz and some ingredients were chicken, tortilla chips, avocado, in a rich tomato base soup. Not tangy and bitter. Just right!

This will be my new preferred Mexican restaurant. Price was reasonable for tasty quality Mexican food. Like my husband said “feels like we’re eating at home.” Food was authentic. ?‍↕️?‍↕️?‍↕️“

“I have had to travel to the area quite a few times for work this year, and I am glad I found The Green Taco the first time I was out.

I have had their breakfast burrito, carne asada burrito, quesabirria tacos and their asada fries. All of these items have been great.

Their people are friendly and always looking to be helpful and make suggestions.

Atmosphere is exactly what you would expect from a taco shop, but it is clean.

I will continue to stop in anytime I am in the area, this is my go to taco spot in Riverside and it should be yours also!“

“Delicious Birria de Chivo“

“Walked in to have Family dinner on a Saturday afternoon. I had the carne Asada Burrito, and my girl had the carne Asada Torta. My kid the cheese Quesadilla. The food was delicious ? but don’t just take my word for it, Come in and check see for your self.“

“I definitely recommend this place , service is good super friendly ,large coipek are sweet and attend you on time , the food BOMB ? the quesabirrias are one of my favorites, menudo is good and the tacos are really good as well . This is one of the tops spots to come to after work or before “

“Great food . Large menu. Great services authentic Mexican food“

“Amazing place for delicious Mexican food, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and delicious margaritas“

“The food here is decent but we tried it 2x after our acupuncture appt, my husband and I and it just doesn’t feel / taste super authentic. We took my son some menudo home to be the ultimate judge. He also said the menudo was plain no flavor. I didn’t clock on don’t recommend because it is reasonably priced. Service was rather slow though, my husband can drink a diet soda like I can my wine , and they just didn’t keep up with it for him. So if in a rut and need food and don’t care about flavor Ten this is your spot.“

“Amazing authentic mexican food! The portions are huge, the food is super delicious and the staff is very nice. I went a few times and I keep coming back. It is simply the best Mexican restaurant in Riverside (and there are many), highly recommended.

Vegetarian options: Not bad vegetarian options for a Mexican restaurant.“

“Food quality was fantastic. Food was flavorful, just delicious! They came out to cater my daughters birthday party, they had options for the little ones and they all loved it. They were on time and their set up was impeccable. They matched the theme of the party which I thought was fantastic on their part. Everything was just amazing. Thank you again toscos la piedad for such an amazing experience.“

“Toda la comida muy buena“

“Orders from this place initially came from door dash but not once have my coworkers and I had an issue. This is one of those places that can get really busy, so call your order in ahead of times if you are going on a quick break. The item I enjoy the most is their emely burrito but all of their burritos are filled with ingredients and full of flavor. I think I am a big eater but I have not finished the burrito in one sitting ever.

I have also gone in to pick up my order and staff were friendly and professional. Price wise my burrito was less than 12$ but for the portion you're given it is a good deal. Parking in the shopping center can be a little congested depending on time but that's not the restaurants fault. I see happy customers when I go into the facility so I assume they are satisfied. Will update with photos before I bite into it next time :)

Vegetarian options: If you are vegetarian they have a few options and customizing can be done per request. It does not advertise as a vegetarian place, they have limited options and the emely burrito is one such option.“

“By far one of the best tasting Mexican Food restaurant's in the IE. I go to lunch here often and they make the food fast and the staff is very friendly. The food taste like home made food. Simply delicious. I ordered a Chili Verde with pork, bean, rice and cheese wet burrito. One of the best I have eaten.“

“I recommend eating here casa mota the food is so good I like there food and the most I like there menudo they put a lot of meat“

“Delicious food ,great service !!“

“Food is always fire. Try out the carne asada fries.“

“Dos Hermanas is the best authentic Mexican Restaurant in Riverside. Everything is excellent. Chili rellenos, enchiladas, tamales, tacos. Taco specials on Tuesdays AND Thursdays- Thursdays Carne Asada street tacos for $1.50 are THE BEST. Plenty of comfortable booth seating and really helpful staff. Do yourself a favor and GO!“

“I love the fresh food here... normally.
If you come here make sure it's the regular squad. There is a man here that's very cheerful and he's almost always the one to give you a warm welcome. That's when you're in good hands.
Don't come here during the holidays. I came during halloween and here's my advice. If you see that fill-in team that looks like the walking dead, they won't give you a "hello" or "thank you" stay away!! My goodness I've never had rice that chewy....

All in all it is a great place for fresh flavor when it's not a holiday.“

“Amazing food.Service is always perfect, food is always on point, and the staff is very friendly and accommodating. Always looking forward to this place. the sea food is exceptionally good!“Diana is so good with her customer service 😁“

“Wonderful food and great service!“

“Best Mexican food restaurant and Michelades around! I love their Campana and Ceviche ? My husband says they have the best Menudo outside of Mexico ? Shrimp Fajitas are BOMB (Huge shrimp)! Their Salsas and Guacamole are delish! We've been coming here for 10 years and they never disappoint ? You know it's authentic and great when some of the waitresses don't speak much English ? They even have karaoke every Friday, I believe ? Don't let the area fool you! They say the best restaurants are in the worst areas ?

Vegetarian options: Bean & cheese burrito, cheese enchiladas, etc.“

“Today I was in Riverside for work when I was hungry so I went on yelp to look for a good Mexican food place. Tacos Al Fuego popped up so I had to come give it a try. I got the appetizer platter which came with chips and salsa, sopes and taquitos. Wow this thing was delicious and had such a good variety. I also got quesobirria tacos this was so amazing and juicy. Everything here was awesome and the service was so great. This is definitely a 10 out of 10. I will be back next time I’m in Riverside.“

“This place really WOW’D me lol the wife looked them up on Yelp and we decided to try. Thought it was just another Mexican spot, but this place was Amazing! Friendly service and very authentic and delicious! Will be back, highly recommend.“

“came here for the first time last night because I just opened a tow yard close by and the place seemed to be poppin. was a awesome choice. pulled in and the lot had classic cars and low lows parked outside. that was the first sign that it was meant to be. ordered fish tacos and they were bomb! wife ordered flautas for the babies and they had cheese inside. apparently they were amazing also. the salsa bar.... every salsa was very good I had to have all of them. good vibes! was leaving and a guy was walking to patio with a burrito the size of a football no lie! will be a new spot for the family for sure!“

“Awesome food. Nice people. Love the manager brought in an extra table for all of us to eat together“

“Jorge hooked it up for happy hour. Service was friendly and upbeat, food and drinks were perfectly delicious, and music set the dancing mood!!!“

“Super recomendado 🙌🏻 absolutamente todo muy sabroso 🔥🔥🔥🔥“

“First time here and definitely worthwhile for the quality service and fresh quality of genuine tacos. Graciously given right protein proportionate delivering alternate assembled salsas, extra taco toppings, in addition to a private island setup atmosphere gives a great blessed vibrant feeling of a vacation getaway feeling of leaving Cali for a temporary good health enjoyment feeling of appreciating life in the moments of refreshing tranquility; in which we can sometimes take for granted listening to haters opinions about their preferences are of tacos. They're not even considering the facts of the way they're at coming across as like. But at least they're hating on trying out the tacos to try convince me, or us. we shouldn't love our tacos for the selfish haters of tacos? How dare them, too bad, so sad. Which will definitely safely be awaiting here for a delightful taste of excellence or are there any other of those who's not afraid to accept this challenge?? Oh dear blessed brave haters, whomsoever have such a cheesy bean about tacos, why not choose to believe and honor our only one well deserved good enough life experience of owning our beautiful safe travels all round enjoying the vacation honeymoon setting, why not bring a candle to enlightening the atmosphere. Dare to lose ourselves for tacos? No wayz. ??

Parking: Great safe location, providing complete satisfaction. Peaceful secure private relaxing aroma ocean breeze visualized refreshing tranquility breezes. Granted given friendly quality service spending worthwhile celebrations, special occasions environmental welcoming warmth, and roomy for a romantic celebration. Many blessings to you all ?“

“The service was great and the server was super friendly! The food was so GOOD and we loved the family restaurant atmosphere! We highly recommend the chilaquiles con huevo and carne

Parking: Parking lot behind the building and small parking lot in front“

“I walked over here while waiting for repairs. I was the first customer in as they opened. The lady greeted me as I sat down and came to the table shortly after. The menu looked really good. I had a long drive to make, so I settled for the special that day, chicken enchiladas with verde sauce. I was expecting the food rating to be "its aight, it's not bad". No, my food was absolutely flavorful, hot, and the portions are good. I was surprisingly taken back after my first bite of the enchiladas. Complementary chips and salsa as well. Now the salsa that comes with the chips is a bit boring, so add one or both bottles you see there. Help em out a little bit ?
Big screen TV with good music playing at the time. Come watch the game, kick back with some modelo and margaritas. I Love the decorations in the place. I am giving an overall 4 because the server should double-check the money count. I gave the exact change of the bill in order to tip, and I received some cents change back. Not a problem, she corrected it. Next time I'm in Riverside, I will return for a quick, fulfilling flavorful lunch. P.s. this special was $9.99. It's worth every buck, too.
Thank you“

“Olivia’s is a true quality restaurant. Great authentic Mexican food in a classic setting.“

“Amazing Authentic MX Cuisine !! I Try To Order Something New Everytime I Come..It never goes wrong taking a rick here with a new plata im unfamiliar with..trust this kitchen !!“

“Love this place , the staff is awesome there so friendly we always sit in the bar area, we are regulars there let us pick our same spot every time, and the bartender makes the best strawberry daiquiri, and Mexican Cady shots, diffantly recommend trying this place. Chicken fajitas is my favorite“

“Northgate Market is my Sunday stop for groceries and food from their fabulous kitchen. And speaking of fabulous, the service is exceptional more specifically from Jose Martines who has helped me several times with the most pleasant and helpful attitude. Today on my way out, I spoke to the store manager and gave Jose a commendation. The manager was very appreciative of the feedback and went to Jose to thank him for the job he does. Additionally, the manager advised him of a complimentary lunch in appreciation of his great customer treatment. I was very impressed since most commendation only go as far as a pat on the back. The fact that the manager rewarded Jose, means so much more to Jose and to myself as the customer. Great Job Jose and Management for taking care and acknowledging you employees. 👏👏👏“

“Update of yesterday's review. Maria called me back today. After following up it was detetmined an error was made in "reconciliation process". Asked me to come in to pick up $5 plus a certificate for future visit. I do appreciate the followup and phone call. Case closed. Mistakes do happen and reminded me to be more conscientious about checking bank account.“

“Asada Frys are amazing.!!!“

“The new Nayarit style islands located in Riverside is a small place with a family atmosphere and a pleasant place, always very clean and very good customer service. The seasoning of the food is very tasty personally for me. I love this place, I fully recommend it.“

“everyone is so nice and food was delicious.“

“Fish tacos from here are now my constant craving!! 🥰 and the seasoned fries with their ranch! So good here and clean. Good quality food I trust.“

“I ordered the chicken enchiladas and the fried shrimp plate. It was delicious, the service was good, and I have been here several times since my college days, I just keep forgetting to give them a 5-star review, so there you go! Check them out.“

“Came across this restaurant not knowing what to expect and I’m happy to say it exceeded my expectations. Ordered 6 burritos and the taco plate and we all agree the taste was superb. I would recommend this place to everyone looking for a good Mexican restaurant in Riverside. I would also like to say I love the bendy straws they have!“

“prices are very reasonable and the food portions are pretty good“

“Food was great: fresh guacamole, beef chimichanga, pork tacos and steak tacos. All had great flavor and texture. Beautiful, freshly prepared, service was friendly and fast. Pricey, but worth it overall. We do not order floofy drinks so I cannot speak to that; we ordered draft beer, but food was high quality. Would recommend.“

“Tacos are FIREEEE about 20 tacos in one sitting lol“

“On a recent road trip through Beaumont, we made a pit stop at Mr. Taco—and what a great decision that was! 🌮 The menu was fantastic, and the salsa bar offered a wide variety of choices. 🌶️ The atmosphere on the Friday we were there was electric, complete with a DJ playing great music. 🎶 I ordered the Carne Asda Burrito, while Ashlyn went for the Street Tacos, customized with Pico de Gallo and Sour Cream. 🌯🌮 The vibrant atmosphere, featuring hand-painted murals and roadside decor, added to the experience. 🎨 The beers were cold and affordable, and we enjoyed the chips so much that we bought a bag to take on the road! 🍻🛣️ Highly recommend.“

“Great family place to eat. I still have one of their 10 year anniversary pint glasses. Great food too.“