20 Best Mexican Restaurants in San Luis Obispo

Restaurantji's San Luis Obispo guide: Where to find the ultimate Mexican flavors. Enjoy the best Tacos Al Pastor, Chips and Salsa, California Burrito, and more in the city.

Corazon Cafe SLO Cafe •
847 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Tascalatte Y Empañada
Chilaquiles
Mayan Mocha

“Enjoyed this sweet little spot more than I anticipated. Enjoyed a Cinnamon brown sugar coffee, house specialty, and it was incredibly flavorful; I'm going to try to replicate it at home; such a great twist on my usual drip coffee. Staff was very friendly & hospitable and brought the drink to the table which I appreciate - few spots do that these days. Music was lovely and in the background, not too loud, and had a sweet Latino flair to match the cafe. Sat in a light-filled window seat and started my day perfectly. I didn't order breakfast but they had a beautiful little menu with a lot of hot selections which seemed very substantial - breakfast tortas, quesadillas and burritos.“

4.9 Superb123 Reviews
Taqueria El Guero Mexican • $$
1122 Chorro St, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Birria Quesa Taco Platter
Carne Asada Burrito
Taco Plate
Quesadilla
Carnitas
Nachos
Chips
Torta

“We were looking for a place to eat before going to a concert. We found el Guerrero by accident. It had seating, ordered at counter, it was quick, delicious fish and shrimp tacos, best horchata I have ever had. Clean, quiet, friendly, helpful, knew about gluten free items. We loved it.Dietary restrictions: They were knowledgeable and served Gluten free options“

4.6 Superb132 Reviews
Todo Bueno Mexican •
3845 S Higuera St, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Fish and Shrimp Taco
Alaskan Cod Taco
Pineapple Slaw
Corn Fritters
Beef Burrito
Pork Burrito
Nacho Bites
Quesadilla
Guacamole

“Located in the Public Market, the food there was good and tasty, though the quesadilla was bit oily.All in all it was a good meal and recommended to try. You order at the reception desk then you are paged to get your order. The staff were friendly and “

4.6 Superb77 Reviews
La Esquina Taqueria Mexican • $$
1051 Nipomo St, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp Enchiladas Verdes
Bacon Wrapped Taquitos
Black Beans and Rice
Al Pastor Taco Plate
Snapper Veracruz
Chicken Fajitas
Baja Fish Tacos
Chips and Salsa
Shrimp Tacos
Margherita

“So what is going to happen now the Rossi is going remove the parking lot at La Esquina Taqueria? He's going to build 34 stack & pack apartments soon, there will be no more parking at the Creamery anymore and there'll be a noise control because they'll be residents living there too. I mean what is Rob Rossi thinking by hurting business like this? I remember this location used to be Tortilla Flats and it was always crowded and a great location but I can just see it now all gone. It is shameful what these downtown business owners are doing especially Rossi“

4.5 Superb92 Reviews
La Palapa Mexican • $$
1346 2nd Street, Baywood-Los Osos

Customers` Favorites

Carnitas Plate with Homemade Tortillas
Homemade Chips and Salsa
Enchilada Rice and Beans
Steak or Chicken Fajitas
Super Burrito Dinner
Carnitas Enchiladas
House Made Dressing
Pozole
Mario

“I can’t judge the food, we did not go- fajitas plate is 35.00 a quesadilla is 15.99… a soda (no refills) is 4.99 - this is my first non eating review, but the prices for lunch simply outweigh actually eating there- do yourself a favor and enjoy the high street deli next door!“

4.6 Superb58 Reviews
Taco Roco Mexican • $
3230 Broad St #100, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Chili Rellino with Beans and Rice
Bean and Cheese Burrito
Grilled Chicken
Al Pastor Tacos
Shrimp Burrito
Chips & Salsa
Chicken Tacos
Street Tacos
Jarritos
Soda

“Everything about my visit to Taco Roco was amazing yesterday. The staff was extremely helpful and most importantly to me the pricing was very competitive and on point for a lunch menu. The food tasted amazing. I had the three tacos and they have an very tasty, they also had a nacho bar with six different types of salsa, cilantro, and onions. The restaurant is clean and there’s plenty of parking available. Definitely recommend this place if you happen to be in the San Luis Obispo area/Broad Street.Kid-friendliness: I saw highchairs, and the place looked to be fairly kid friendly.“

4.5 Superb51 Reviews
Tacos de Acapulco San Luis Obispo Mexican • $
596 California Blvd, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Burrito
Vegetarian Burrito
Al Pastor Burrito
Burritos

“GET THE CHICKEN FAJITA BURRITO or CAMPECHANA BURRITO!!! We’ve been going to this place (even through changing locations) FOR YEARS because these 2 burritos are delicioussss.If you’re lucky, you’ll catch one of the cooks singing the best spanish karaoke songs. ??????“

4.3 Superb196 Reviews
Taco King Mexican • $$
158 Higuera St ste b, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Nachos and Burrito Deluxe
California Wet Burrito
Chile Verde Burrito
Carne Asada Taco
Chips and Salsa
Chimichanga
Queso Birria
Mango Salsa
Quesadilla
Tortillas

“This place is the best Mexican restaurant in San Luis Obispo. I give the hospitality alone five stars. Once you walk in the door, you’re transported to Mexico. The atmosphere is fun and vibrant and compliments the flavors in the food. The salsa is so good you’ll eat it with a fork when your chips run out. To top it all off, their chips have a one-of-a-kind spice you’ll only find at Taco King! Whether you live here or you’re just passing through town, it’s time to check them out. You won’t be disappointed.“

4.4 Superb62 Reviews
Pancho's Mexican Food Mexican • $$
1231 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Tacos on Tuesday Asadas
The Breakfast Burrito
Burrito Smothered
Asada Fries
Chimichanga
Enchilada
Menudo
Nachos
Pastor

“If you are looking for a sit down, eat chips and salsa with your hot plate of gooey enchiladas then this is the place. The breakfast burrito is loaded with egg and fair amount of meat.The Chile relleno burrito is delicious as the relleno egg batter keeps its fluffy integrity in the burrito.Taco Tuesday with $1.50 tacos is good.There are quite a few Mexican restaurants in SLO that are mediocre, but Pancho's is actually great and satisfying. I find their food to be worth spending money and the prices are reasonable and fair.The service is fast and attentive.“

4.4 Superb54 Reviews
Taqueria Santa Cruz Express Mexican • $
1308 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

I Got 3 Different Tacos Pollo Taco Asada Taco and Pastor Taco
California Burrito
Single Taco Plate
Tortilla Chips
Street Tacos
Birriadilla
Salsa
Fish

“Great food at an even more amazing prices. The service is great as well the lady behind the counter was very friendly and personable. The food was out quickly and they also have a good free salsa and chips bar. The only thing I could say that wouldn't be a plus is this isnt really a place to go in and sit down to eat the restaurant place is small and kinda cluttered with the over flow of the pantry stock.“

4.4 Superb53 Reviews
Taco De Mexico Mexican • $
374 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

2 Fish Tacos
Carnitas
Burritos
Chorizo

“We needed a quick place to stop for food and we chose this place. There’s a little bit of indoor and outdoor seating. The food takes quite a while for what it is but overall the flavor is good and the prices are fair. I also found the bathroom to be rather clean for a place that was kind of a hole in the wall.“

4.4 Superb52 Reviews
Maldonado's Mexican Restaurant Mexican •
1000 Olive St, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Plate
Mole Enchiladas
Tortillas
Carnitas
Burrito
Sauce

“I was in town visiting and for dinner I was craving cheese enchiladas with mole sauce. Based on people’s reviews I chose to come Maldonado’s. I am a particular of where I eat. I ordered enchiladas with mole sauce and omg they were delicious. I ate all of them even though I was full. I recommend this restaurant.“

4.4 Superb48 Reviews
Fruit Paradise Mexican Style Juice •
590 California Blvd, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Tostitos Con Queso Maiz Crema Y Queso Cotija Tostitos with Cheese Corn Cream and Cotija Cheese
Aguas Frescas Grande Large Fresh Flavored Water
Mini Panqueques Mini Pancakes
Diablito En Jarrito
Mangoneada
Diablito

“I liked my passion fruit mango agua frescas, and the Hot Cheeto nachos (with cheese sauce and jalepenos) were a fun, satisfying comfort food.The service was incredible (dad and son were working together, and both very kind). I felt good about supporting this little place!“

4.7 Superb18 Reviews
Tacos Y Birria Sinaloa Mexican • $
1131 Broad St, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Quesabirria Tacos Each
Burrito Mar Y Tierra
Chip and Guacamole
Side of Guacamole
Nachos with Meat
Chips and Salsa
Quesadilla
Mulitas

“I came here twice in one week because the tacos are so good. I love that the meat literally falls off the tortilla because there's so much of it and they give you a nice portion of consome to go with it. My son loves rice and beans and he said that they had the best rice and beans he's ever had which is saying a lot because he has pretty much eaten at every restaurant on the Central Coast. I highly recommend this restaurant!!“

4.5 Superb26 Reviews
Chili Peppers Restaurant Mexican • $
2121 Broad St, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Street Tacos
Breakfast Burrito
Chicken Burrito
Veggie Burrito
Green Sauce
Fajitas
Pastor
Nachos
Mole

“The food is amazingly good! I ordered the Friday Special- Taco Salad with carnitas. It was tasty. The atmosphere is upbeat and friendly. There is a very nice patio to sit and enjoy your food. I was going to take my food to go but decided to stay and I am glad I did. I will definately be eating here more often. Such a great restaurant tucked a away off Broad!Parking: Lots of parking, easy access.“

4.3 Superb46 Reviews
California Tacos Cantina and Distillery Mexican • $$
110 Tank Farm Rd STE 100, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Blood Orange Margarita and Chips and Guacamole
Fajitas De La Casa with Chicken
Ruby Sunrise Margarita
Filet Mignon Tacos
Margarita Flight
Chicken Fajitas
Super Nachos
Street Tacos
Molcajete

“Great place in the SLO Public Market. It has a nice classy feel & is tastefully appointed inside. I was greeted by the wonderful owner at the door and we chatted for awhile one day.They have a full range of Mexican foods and an expansive drink selection as well. The upscale bar takes dinning and snacking to the next level...so that one cannot even guess that one is in a complex.If one wants a more formal sit down dinner in SLOPM, this is it.Outside dinning is also an option as well.It is nice to have Mexican food done right in this market.Mucho Gracias!“

4.2 Good116 Reviews
Taqueria San Miguel Mexican • $
5 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Gone Fast- Combo- Beef Taco and Carne Asada Enchilada
1 25 Taco Tuesday Tacos De Carne Asada
805 Breakfast Burrito
Chile Relleno Burrito
Carne Asada Burrito
California Burrito
Rice & Beans
Chile Verde
Mexican Ruce
San Miguel

“I mean for a 6.99$ 2 taco plate, it was pretty fire, nice size, great taste and they gave tongue, brain, stomach and all that other ish, all together we bought 3 plates I wasn't feeling the jamicha , but other than tgat I feel there a great addition to the neighborhood, could change your name to taqueria grover city , and googke Justin David MyersVegetarian options: Lettuce and tomatoesDietary restrictions: Don't ask for milk or cheeseParking: Find a spot , if you need one I'll rent you oneKid-friendliness: Why would you leave your children alone in a public place you don't know about anyway, if you want a kid friendly place to eat go to chuck e cheesesWheelchair accessibility: Roll in roll out“

4.2 Good80 Reviews
Taqueria Santa Cruz Express 2 Mexican •
862 Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Carne A la Mexicana
Tostada de Ceviche
Barbacoa

“I have been to a lot of Mexican food restaurants and this one has my favorite burrito. The portion size is massive, the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the burrito (so you don't get a pocket of sour cream at the end like some places), and the meat is top notch. Chips are some of the best traditional tortilla chips out there (add some salt) and their salsa bar is fire. Staff is friendly and super short wait times whenever I go. It's a must try whenever you are in the are.“

4.2 Good62 Reviews
Charlie's Place Bar & Grill • $$
981 Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Tri-Tip Cobb Salad
Tri-Tip w Fries
Vaquero Fries
Fried Chicken
Taco Salad
Nachos

“Upon a recommendation of a friend I decided to try the Vaquero Fries. We had a party of 11 and my meal came out 5-7 minutes after everyone else had their food. Once I got my meal it was worth the wait. The bed was melted shredded Jack cheese. They piled the fries on the covered them with nacho sauce. There was a generous helping of meat covering the cheese. Cilantro, white onions, a large amount of sour cream and guacamole finished it off. I added jalapenos on it and that was a great choice. They were fresh cut and grilled with a flavorful smokey taste. They offer a full size and a half of this meal. So if you're not really hungry go with the half because I only ate just about half of the full size.“

4.2 Good49 Reviews
Tonita's Mexican Food Mexican • $
1024 Nipomo St, San Luis Obispo

“The workers here are AMAZING! Tonita's is a family owned business and everyone there is friendly, humble, and kind. The food was excellent. I ordered the California Burrito (vegetarian style) and a Large Horchata and it was all good! The salsas are homemade and flavorful. One of the few Mexican food spots in SLO that you need to try!!“

4.1 Good176 Reviews
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