45 Best Mexican Restaurants in Columbia

“Great food and great service!“

“I’ve only been twice but I absolutely love this place. Fast and friendly service, clean environment, great energy, amazing workers. If you want the best tacos you’ve ever tasted, this place is where it’s at.“

“Had my first visit. The staff was great and the food was incredible. The most fresh and satisfying meal I have had in a while.“

“A hidden little gem, so glad we decided to stop. Food is amazing, atmosphere and service is A+.“

“We’ve tried the tacos de lengua, de tripas, asada, and al pastor and they are so good! We love all the tacos. The consomé is also really tasty and simple. Still need to try other things on the menu, but we’re hooked. They always give you cilantro w onion, some limes, and two delicious but very spicy sauces. We like it too because we can let our toddler run around since there’s music and a tv making noise! It’s perfect. Very kid friendly. Rosie is our favorite cashier, so sweet and attentive.“

“Delicious simple food for an exceedingly reasonable price. Super friendly couple runs the place. Best Mexican food I have had in Columbia. We go almost weekly.“

“I have never had mole sauce. Now I know what all the talk is about it was absolutely wonderful food.The staff was wonderful helpful efficient love the atmosphere very cheerful.We were just visiting for a short time in this city.If we ever have the need to go back.I promise I will be going there.It was great, Mexican food.And I'm from Texas.We know our tex-mex. Yeehaw“

“It’s an amazing restaurant really good food and amazing drinks and the servers are amazing ! It is my favorite restaurant! I would recommend it to anyone Who loves good Mexican food and drinks as much as I do :)“

“What a pleasure to go to a restaurant with good food and great staff. Will definitely make this one of our favorites to go to again and again!!!“

“Food was great. Drinks were great. Great looking place! Love the signs and art work! Our waiter German was great too! Menudo with hominy is off the menu. Made me a little sad but everything else was on point. The complimantry valet parking is good too since there is no parking near by! Come try some good food“

“The food is very good! love this place.“

“Great food ! This is the closest we have came to authentic Mexican Food since we moved from California. Fajitas were very tasty , salsa had good flavor . And the service was friendly and food came out fast !“

“San Jose is the best restaurant in Columbia. If you eat here, all of your dreams will come true. A hungry Burro couldn't even finish their huge and amazing burger.....a dashing senorita couldn't down all of the amazing hit wings....NO JOKE that these things rock and aren't even their main items! My Wife ate Tony's Cheeseteak Torta and her credit score raised 100 points! My son ate the amazing Carne Asada and is now the lead soccer scorer on his team, my daughters ate the Taco Salads and pooped unicorns and rainbows!!!! I ate the fajitas and that night, I scratched off 5 tequila bottles in a row and won the Megamall.

If you eat here, all of your wildest dreams will come true. Their wait staff is amazing, food solid, they have clean restrooms, cold beer, and awesome chips and dip.

Kid-friendliness: The waiters have gone so far as to bake cakes for my kids' birthdays, and they are amazingly kid friendly.“

“Was glad to meet up with some old friends but the service was lack luster. Our drinks we ordered were wrong and our server barely checked up on us. We wanted to get more drinks but when we received the wrong drinks and were told we could not change them even though it was not what we ordered we decided it was time to leave. The food was good but the service is not great.“

“I had an amazing dining experience at this restaurant!

Customer Service: The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive from the moment we walked in. They made sure we were comfortable, checked in on us regularly, and were always ready to accommodate any requests. It's rare to find such genuinely warm and welcoming service these days.

Food Quality: The food was absolutely delicious! Every dish we tried was flavorful and cooked to perfection. The ingredients tasted fresh, and you could tell that a lot of care went into the preparation. The presentation was also top-notch, adding an extra touch to an already fantastic meal.

Overall, this place exceeded my expectations in every way. I can’t wait to return and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a wonderful dining experience!“

“I’ve only been twice but I absolutely love this place. Fast and friendly service, clean environment, great energy, amazing workers. If you want the best tacos you’ve ever tasted, this place is where it’s at.“

“YESS the best SALSA and Fresh chips the food is so good, my go to now form good mexican food“

“Good vibes, great prices and even better food. I've eaten here like 7 times and it never disappoints. The staff is always friendly and quite proficient. The Coco's and Beer is a must-try & there are plenty delicious vegetarian options“

“Arroyo’s Taco’s and Tequila offers an exceptional combination of delicious food, a fantastic drink selection, and a casual atmosphere. It is the perfect place to indulge in mouthwatering tacos and sip on one of their many crafted margaritas. The staff was welcoming and very friendly. My friends and I can’t wait to return.“

“Un lugar muy grato y cómodo para comer, conversar y disfrutar de muchos deliciosos platillos.“

“Food was good... not great.. but good. Staff was quick.“

“Consistently good food, drinks and service. It's a go-to lunch spot because we know we will always enjoy our experience.

Vegetarian options: Not many vegetarian options, I typically go for the mushroom quesadilla which is delicious.“

“Ate a delicious dinner here, I had the Camarones a la Diabla, along with a cheese cake burrito. The food is good, the Camarones had a great spice to em, I really did enjoy the cheese cake burrito! Overall money well spent! Thank y’all for an amazing dinner! 😋“

“The best Mexican food I've eaten here in Columbia. Love the salsa verde. Wait staff is kind, friendly and helpful. Generous portions, plenty to take home for another meal. Also, cerveza fría!“

“My name is Cleveland Ivory. I've been eating at this taco truck ever since they first got established. I love the food, they give you A good amount of meat no matter what kind of entree your ordering. Awesome customer service and this is the best authentic Mexican food that I have ever eaten. When I was in the military I used to love eating Mexican food when I was in California and this is even better than some of the street food that I have eaten when I was in California. I recommend their food to anyone in the surrounding area as well as for those who may have to drive 30 minutes or an hour to get there. Trust me, it is worth the drive and the food is awesome.“

“the one on beltline is the best Mexican restaurant in Columbia SC hands down.....“

“Stopped in for a quick evening bite. Friendly and super fast service! Everything was fresh, delicious, and reasonably priced.

Parking: Average sized parking lot available in front of the building

Kid-friendliness: Servers were friendly and patient with the young kids“

“Food was very good. If you order the breakfast Quaivos Rancheros SP. The sauce is very hot. If you don't like hot. Ask the waiter for something else. Service was fast and attentive. I definitely recommend this venue. Ask the waiter about your order. Have them explain to be safe.“

“Great albeit small Mexican establishment. Great varied menu. If you want excellent food seasoned well...this is your spot. It is small and in a storefront next to a gas station, but elegance is not what they are going for. We ate at a table and had an excellent service. If you want endless chips and salsa and cheese over everything---keep moving. If you want an authentic fantastic Mexican meal....this is your spot. My only regret is not getting the shrimp cocktail the place is named for as they looked fabulous. Just go!“

“We thoroughly enjoyed dining here from the great food to the servers hospitality! Highly recommend!“

“Great food good atmosphere“

“People need to understand the previous owner passed away. The STATE is taking forever to give the new owner a license to serve alcohol. NOT THE OWNERS FAULT. There has been a big change in management, employees and not sure i think cooks to. I believe when they get the license to serve alcohol the place will get a lot better“

“What you mostly need to know is that this Moe's has the highest EBITDA in 2023. You read that correctly, and I took a picture of the award and you can see it below. The highest EBITDA. Not sure what happens when you do add in the amortization, but I do know they have friendly service And good food. The. Highest. EBITDA.“

“Great people and excelent Latinamerican food! ¡Excelente trato y comida!“

“Good food, pleasant atmosphere. Top shelf margarita was awesome too“

“the one on beltline is the best Mexican restaurant in Columbia SC hands down.....“

“We visited for the first time today for lunch. The chicken chimichangas and seafood enchiladas were amazing. The Mexican street corn salad was Devine! The atmosphere was impressive. It was not what I expected from a strip mall restaurant. We will be back!“

“Have only done take out but the food is excellent. Highly recommend this restaurant.“

“The team at Salsarita's truly went above and beyond during our fundraiser, providing not only delicious food but also outstanding service that made our event a success. Their dedication and enthusiasm significantly enhanced the experience and helped us raise vital funds. The impact of this partnership extends far beyond a single event, contributing directly to our mission of family building. We are deeply appreciative of Salsarita’s staff and their commitment to making a positive impact in the community. Thank you for a memorable and impactful day!“

“Located on Decker Boulevard in Columbia, South Carolina, this restaurant is my favorite SPOT for Authentic Mexican cuisine. The staff were friendly and helpful as always. I ordered the, Taco Salad Fajitas with beef and chicken, two hard tacos, one beef, and the other chicken. After receiving my order, I went home to enjoy my dinner. The food was great, I left some for Tuesday. Thank staff, I really enjoyed my meal...“

“I make a point to drop in here every time I’m in Columbia. The chia pudding is incredible and so filling. It lasts me for two meals. I tried the ice cream (vegan) for the first time last time I was there and it knocked my socks off. So dense, so creamy, and guilt free due to all natural ingredients. It was everything I’d hoped it would be and more! Keep up the amazing work Tasty As Fit- y’all rock !! Please open a store front in Charlotte, NC!“

“First time eating at this location and first time eating Qdoba in years. Took my wife there to eat as this was her first ever time trying this food. Needless to say, we definitely will be back! They had just opened 30 mins before we arrived, the food was fresh, the employees were very helpful and the place was clean! 10/10“

“They have consistent and delicious food with gluten free options. Best tacos in Columbia.“