9 Best Mexican Restaurants in Homewood

“The absolute sweetest customer service, best atmosphere, and delicious food! 10/10 recommend! 💚“

“GREAT food. At 50 yrs old I have eaten a lot of Mexican food and this place is stellar.“

“Amazing quality and so much flavor! May become a weekly stop for our family. Going to challenge my kids to try every dessert once.“

“I haven’t been over to see Jamié in many years. Still number one.“

“I’m way behind in offering a recommendation for the Homewood location of Maya. Between there and the Alabaster location, my Mexican food cravings are more than covered and they are always patient with my substitutions and the like. Service is top-notch and the food is excellent. Highly recommended!“

“Cuando voy a Homewood, siempre paso por Tortas Locas. Hay gran variedad de platillos, pero me encantan los alambres combinados y las fajitas de pollo. Ven y lo compruebas.“

“We’ve eaten here multiple times, and every single visit has been exceptional—not just the food, but the service as well. The staff is consistently attentive, and you can tell they genuinely want every guest to enjoy their meal to the fullest.

What sets El Barrio apart is the flavor. They offer dishes you’d expect from a Mexican restaurant, but each one has a unique twist that elevates it far beyond the ordinary. The flavor profiles are layered, creative, and absolutely delicious.

The salsa alone has incredible depth—rich, complex, and addictive. The queso has a standout flavor that sets it well above the typical dips found at most restaurants. And whatever you do, don’t skip the seasonal guacamole—it’s fresh, inventive, and always a standout.

And then there’s dessert… the chocolate pot de crème is simply out of this world. I can honestly say it’s the best I’ve ever had.

I’ve eaten at restaurants all over North America and Europe, and El Barrio has to be my favorite Mexican restaurant anywhere. That says everything.“

“Friendly staff, amazing food and atmosphere. Quick and attentive as well. The first time I’ve ever eaten there and it reminded me so much of Peru! I will try to come back whenever I’m back in Birmingham!“