50 Best Mexican Restaurants in Tacoma

“Our first visit and we had a great dining experience. Erin was our server and she provided excellent service. I believe the manager also helped serve us our food. As we were getting ready to leave we recieved a pleasant surprise of complimentary flan from the manager for our first time visit! Can't wait to come back!“

“We went and got some breakfast burritos, and fresh bold coffee here yesterday. It was fantastic! We’ll be back for lunch soon.

^^^That was my first review^^^
This is now 11/15/2024. This our numero uno go to for breakfast burritos. That red salsa is my absolute favorite. Green is good too. But I use 3 red sauces per burrito. 😋 Thank you to who ever owns and operates this business. You are 🥰 loved!“

“I am obsessed with the nachos, love the happy hour menu, the romaine salad, and the cucumber jalapeño margarita.“

“this is by far thee best Mexican restaurant in Tacoma! Amazing food. Amazing people! all around the best place to go!“

“Guy in the window is super friendly. I’m too white to speak to authenticity, but the food is muy deliciosa, and portion size is good. I keep going back, even though I never remember the loyalty card. The K&J does not have the most… luxurious of parking lots. So, try to catch this place while the sun’s up.“

“Oh my gosh—the food, the food, the food! It was absolutely amazing. Everything tasted so homemade, not commercial at all. You can really tell there’s love in the kitchen. God bless the cooks—I don’t know who they were, but I think it might have been Marcos’s parents? If so, he is beyond lucky to have grown up on food that good. No wonder he opened a restaurant! If I had meals like that growing up, I’d have opened one too! The drinks? So good. Affordable, strong, and just right. Definitely not watered down like some places. And the vibe? A whole vibe. It was my first time there, and I was blown away. There was a DJ in the back, the energy was great, and the place started getting packed. I just wish they had more seating because it’s definitely a popular spot! If you haven’t been to Marcos Cantina yet, you need to pull up! Get yourself some shrimp birria tacos and a margarita (if you drink). You won’t regret it! I can’t wait to go back.“

“I can't say enough about how delicious the food is. And please check it out if you don't believe me but it's cheaper than joke in the box or macd machine and the food is so worth it also supports local food service and owners instead of the big food machine's.“

“Best taco truck I have found, their street tacos are awesome!!“

“Excellent food and great service. Start with their incredible bacon poblano guac. Order any entree because they're all good, but honestly, order the chile con carne. Hands down the best chile con carne in the PNW. Pair that with their sangria. You won't regret it.

Grab patio seating on a nice day. The glass pool from the Museum of Glass (next door) is a lovely aesthetic.“

“We really appreciate the amazing service and the good food. I will definitely use again and recommend others to use.“

“Edit: this use to have the best carne asada and best carne asada burritos in town, but recently it has changed and its no longer that good it taste the same as every other mediocre washington taco truck :/ i wish they kept the ild recipe.. seems like only this year it has changed.. dissapointed this use to be my favorite treaat!

Old review: “Best carne asada burrito around!! Good service”“

“I'm so glad I stopped. Zoilas Mexican food truck is delicious. A very nice menu done well hot fresh and tasty. Although this is a truck the food is better than many restaurants. Looking forward to going back it will be a regular stop for me and my son.“

“🥩👍muy bueno y muy en orden el servicio“

“The classic shady looking mexican places always have the best serving food. Moment I saw how it looked, I knew it was going to be great and it is!
Sadly, they run out of pork tamales because everyone keeps buying it out. Ask while you have the chance.
If they don't have any, don't be too disappointed as they have loads of other foods that are just as good!“

“exelente servicio todo muy sabroso 100%recomendado.“

“This place always has fresh, delicious food. The owners are so warm and welcoming. I love to stop here for my lunch break. I work in a dental office so I have to eat somewhere fast. Pico De Gallo offers real food, not fast food quality, that is ready quick enough for those with a busy schedule.“

“They have great Mexican food.“

“The food was great the service was amazing. It felt like a mix between fast food and a diner; you ordered at the front but they brought the food to you. The prices are reasonable. The food portions were big which is always a plus, more to take home.

Wheelchair accessibility: I didn't see anything about wheelchair accessibility directly but it is a one floor restaurant with tables and parking that can be used for accessibility.“

“This seems to be the same staff/owners of Indita Mia, just with a new name and menu. We had two different beef taco plates (asada and chile con carne) and a wet burrito with steak. They way overdo it with the onions but it’s easy to pick some off.“

“always quick and friendly service. food is amazing and never waiting long“

“The food was very tasty in a clean non pretentious atmosphere. I would definitely go there again“

“Old man in the yellow truck can throw down in the kitchen..
I will warn you however if you're expecting quick food you'll be there chillin for a few minutes while uncle is making your food up there.
The tacos where good but not very impressive.
I will however recomend the coconut lemonade“

“Wonderful food and service! This is in our neighborhood and we came for the first time on Valentines Day. The owner came and chatted with us, he was delightful.“

“lots of food worth the price“

“I have been a very satisfied customer of EL TORO for over 30 years . I have never been disappointed. A person could eat there every day and never be un happy with the staff or the food .“

“muy buen servicio un exelente trato la comida muy sabrosa las micheladas deliciosas recomendado todo una delicia muchas gracias“

“this spot has been a part of Tacoma since the mid to late 90's the food has always been great and the prices have always been reasonable for what you get.“

“Delicious food. Run by a nice family excellent customer service.“

“The food was absolutely amazing! The serving sizes are generous and the food was seasoned really well. I ordered the tacos and the meat was very tender and saucy and the toppings were fresh. My significant other ordered the tostadas and they were packed high with toppings. The only downsides are that the location is cash only and that food runs out early (so definitely try to get there early! I got there at 7:30 and the location was out of rice and beans)“

“Food was most excellent Staff was very friendly“

“Taco time is such an amazing company to be a part of!“

“Great place to the bring family to eat!! It is delicious I remember coming when I wanted real Mexican Food!!and the place is so clean!! Horchata is so yummy!!“

“always friendly great variety of menu items“

“The lady was very good to my cousin and I, gave us free food for we were waiting kn our family to get there. The service, great. The food, loved it. The only thing about it is that there is a Crack on a certain window, and you can feel the cold wind blowing on your back. It didn't bother me whatsoever, however, if you get cold easily, you will feel it. Also, the main door keeps on staying open.“

“We went here shortly before the movies to get the same price of snacks but better food the food was great there was a lot for the amount we paid and the service was great the employees were very nice and the food was out quick. Overall, it was a very nice place to eat!“

“friendly atmosphere...crisp meat burrito“

“Loved this restaurant within walking distance of the Murano hotel we stayed at. Best Mexican food we have found so far since we've been in Washington for 2 years! Margaritas were ok, but nothing like the ones we had when we lived in Texas!“

“Got Fajitas from them outside the Tacoma crafts fair. They were very friendly, the food was delicious, and I highly recommend. The refried beans were the best I'd ever had as a person who has texture issues with beans.“

“Great place to the bring family to eat!! It is delicious I remember coming when I wanted real Mexican Food!!and the place is so clean!! Horchata is so yummy!!“

“I love this taco truck, it's so delicious and authentic ? I'm not Hispanic by no means but I feel like this is the real deal lol if your a local and want some good food I suggest you go try this place. I did and I have no regrets!“

“Just put in my first order with them through Uber Eats. My Ubereats guy canceled my order and stole my food (I had no idea) I called Rancherita up and asked what happened. The guy on the phone was so so nice and explained they made the order and what happened. I put in a second order and he called me back just to let me know they made it and it was picked up and he hoped it got to me this time! Amazing service and help, super great staff. I haven't gotten the food yet but I'm sure it's amazingly good. 100% recommend!!“

“very good food and service“

“It was my first time here and I can say that they have a great variety of food that you don't know what to choose from and it is very delicious. I ordered beef and roast chicken and it was very delicious, the fresh waters were delicious, the place was very clean and everything was very well arranged and something really good and convenient, well at least for me, I'm always looking at where I buy my meats, bread and things from home. I found it super, super convenient because next door they have a wooow store super stocked with everything with meats, bread, vegetables, crafts, soaps My people are everything, so I invite you to come because I personally liked the food a lot and the lady who served us was very kind when she saw that we didn't know what to order, she started giving us options and well, I was delighted with her store. ??and I'm sorry I didn't take photos, I forgot because I was looking at the store ?“

“I’ve tried so many Mexican restaurants and this one was amazing!! We got the diced chicken gorditos and they were perfect with seasoned pico that made it even better! The birria tacos with dipping sauce was amazing and the carne asada plate had so much flavor with the beef really tender! Highly recommend!! Will be going back to try more things!“

“Excelente comida, muy buen servicio y el sabor auténtico mexicano!“

“Love this place.However, there tonight and my order was incorrect. I think it's just due a communication gap. Just think it would be nice to have someone taking your order to understand a lil more english. Nothing against the order taker as she is very nice. But you can tell she's uncomfortable with english.I'll be back though!“

“our family of 12 went out to this wonderful place that serve only marisco, i on the other hand would always leave food on the plate but i really enjoy coming to this place to eat delicious marisco horchata was supper good, will be coming back here every time service is good! will be back!“

“Buried inside a nondescript strip mall, this is an authentic gem for real Oaxacan food. Huge variety, all carefully prepared by friendly and knowledgeable staff. Oh, please order the Tepache drink: freshly made and super-delicious.Only downside: portions are HUGE. I would have liked to try multiple, smaller plates

Kid-friendliness: Huge food court with plenty of large tables.“

“Awesome food....it's definitely now my to go place and very affordable..and the staff very friendly and their communication and service is 💯💯💯💯💯💯 5502 orchard st w 98467 university place...This Antojos Mexican Grill...the staff here you are great...“

“Brought my wife here after years of telling her how delicious it was. The owner had previously made me a promise. He stuck to his word weeks later when I could finally bring my wife in. And she absolutely love it!! Thanks again! We will return for sure!“