15 Best Mexican Restaurants in Arcata

Plan your Arcata Mexican food adventure using Restaurantji's list.

Chilango’s Mexican • $
724 7th St, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

Super Nachos with Birria
Tres Leches Cupcakes
Handmade Tortillas
Cali Burrito
Birria Ramen
Birria Tacos
Quesadilla

“Ingredients were fresh, the tortillas are tasty too. The mushroom taco, and the ground beef taco were excellent. Everything else needs some salt, especially the guac—it was so bland… given that, it wasn’t bad for a Mexican food truck in the middle of Humboldt. It was also expensive—six tacos, a side of guac, and two drinks for $70 including tip.“

4.9 Superb85 Reviews
Alma's Mexican Food Mexican • $
1225 Giuntoli Ln, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

Two Enchiladas
Buffalo Chicken
Quesadilla
Burrito
Nachos
Taco

“BEST Mexican food I have ever eaten, absolutely amazing!! The meat is seasoned perfect, salsa is outstanding, tortillas are to die for. I literally will rush to Arcata from Eureka to pick up my lunch... If you have not stopped and eaten at Alma's Taco truck then you are missing out... YOU HAVE TO TRY IT OUT!!!!!“

4.8 Superb41 Reviews
Valley Azteca Restaurant Mexican • $$
5000 Valley W Blvd #4646, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

Taquitos Shredded Beef Combo
Chicken Mole Burrito
Deluxe Taco Salad
Shrimp Cocktail
Chips and Salsa
Valley Burrito
Mole Enchiladas
Chile Relleno
Street Tacos
Chile Verde

“Best shredded beef enchiladas I've had in a long time! There beans are authentic and delicious and they have great chips and salsa as well. I just moved here and I will definitely be a regular customer now.“

4.6 Superb95 Reviews
Taqueria La Barca Mexican • $
5201 Carlson Park Dr # 4, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

Two Enchiladas La Barca Style
Super Chile Relleno Burrito
Super Quesadilla Burrito
Side of Black Beans
Quesa Birria Taco
Super Wet Burrito
Taco De Carnitas
Tacos De Lengua
Super Burrito
Street Tacos

“I Loved Taqueria La Barca Mexican Restaurant Best Mango Margarita I’ve ever Had The Salsa Verde was Amazing Service was Great-Clean -Fun Restaurant Fiesta / Siesta / Mango Margarita Proudly Recommend Thanks Michaele💚“

4.6 Superb89 Reviews
Hey Juan Burritos Mexican • $
1642 1/2 G St, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

Simple Breakfast Burrito
Regular Chicken Burrito
Simple Meat Enchiladas
Deluxe Meat Enchiladas
Simple Meat Taco Salad
Deluxe Vegan Burrito
Deluxe Meat Burrito
Dirty Hippy Burrito
Cilantro Lime Crema
Simple Vegi Tacos

“This hide gem is a perfect taqueria. They have indoor sitting. They are one of the better places to get Mexican style food in arcata. Fresh ingredients and the salsa is house made which is as a plus super tasty! Staff is friendly and quick service. 100% worth trying! Beers are cheap however they have a small selection!“

4.6 Superb78 Reviews
La Chiquita 2 Mexican • $
5000 West End Rd, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

Super Veggie Fajitas Burrito
Eggs Ranchero

“The BEST burrito truck!! Fat burritos, good price, and yummiest tortillas ever.“

4.8 Superb13 Reviews
Maria Gonzalez Mexican •
Renner Station, Arcata
5 Superb3 Reviews
Fiesta Grill & Cantina Mexican • $$
3525 Janes Rd, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

Burrito Chile Verde Pork Chile Colorado Beef
Burrito Chile Verde or Chile Colorado
Traditional Chile Relleno Plate
Carne Asada or Carne Adobada
Fiesta Grill Carnitas Plate
Chips and Salsa Choices
Sopes De Carne Asada
Carnitas Lunch Plate
Camarones A la Diabla
Frozen Fish Ceviche

“I love this restaurant! Truly exemplary food, service and a festive, clean atmosphere. I highly recommend Fiesta Grill & Cantina!!!“

4.5 Superb156 Reviews
Tacos La Bonita Mexican • $
1499 Spear Ave, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

California Burrito with Guacamole
Super Hot Spicy Burrito
Tomatillo Mild
Simple Burrito
Al Pastor Taco
Shrimp Burrito
Shrimp Taco
Carnitas
Tortillas
Sauce

“I absolutely love this spot! I’ve been coming here for years, whether eating plant-based or enjoying meat dishes, and I can confidently say their veggie options are just as satisfying as their meat ones!

The staff here is also incredible. Everyone is always so kind and helpful. You can feel the pride they take in their work and their want to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for their customers.

Beyond thankful to have this place in my neighborhood. Nothing beats being able to get a quick, delicious meal after work from all of you! ❤️“

4.5 Superb34 Reviews
El Chipotle Mexican & American Food Mexican • $
850 Crescent Way, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

Camarones Al Mojo de Ajo
Half Rice Half Beans
El Chipotle Burrito
Quesadilla Grande
Carnitas Tacos
Super Burrito
Street Tacos
Chimichanga
Enchiladas
Guacamole

“Best Mexican food in humboldt, and one of the best restaurants all around. Gotta try the Pollo a la Crema, so very good! Their Chipotle burger is delicious also. Give them a try!“

4.4 Superb85 Reviews
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Esteban Mexican • $
1021 I St, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

Super Veggie Fajita Burrito and Super Wet Burrito with Green Sauce
Burrito with Enchilada Sauce
Super Fish Burrito
Ranchero Burrito
Regular Burrito
Super Burrito
Chile Relleno
2-Tacos Plate
Fish Tacos
Quesadilla

“The food is delicious and I hope your really hungry cause they give you big portions. The owner and her nephew are very kind people.“

4.1 Good43 Reviews
Carmela's Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $$
1288 G St, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

Lunch Combo Carne Asada Enchilada and Quesadilla
Burrito Supremo Carne Asada
Burritos and Taco
Carne Asada Plate
Chips & Salsa
One Burrito
Fish Tacos
Carnitas
Huarache
Nachos

“traveling in HUM and got hungry and this place was recommended GREAT AMAZING FOOD“

4.1 Good90 Reviews
Raliberto’s Taco Shop Mexican • $
1811 G St, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

13 for Full Size Carne Asada Fries
Carne Asada Burrito
California Burrito
Taco and Enchilada
Two Tacos Crispy
Carnitas Burrito
Taco and Tostada
Al Pastor Taco
Chile Relleno
Street Tacos

“I don't care who you are or where you think is the best mexican food place is in humboldt county, but from my years in Mexico and southern California. This is the closest you can get to AUTHENTIC Mexican food.

To also note, over every other ralibertos PLEASE drive to this one over the eureka location due to price differences. I swear!! A bean and rice burrito is 7ish dollars in arcata while in eureka it's closer to 11 dollars. Addionally the deals that are available in arcata such as 5 any meat tacos plus a medium drink of your choice for 11 dollars isnt an option for the eureka locations. Lastly the service from the arcata location is extremely friendly and NEVER MESSES UP. Mostly due to personal experiences with the eureka location always leaving me pissed more than happy.

Thank you so much for your amazing food as I will never step foot in another eureka location ralibertos again.

Ps, I never usually write these reviews but it's gotten to the point where I'm this passionate enough to post a public review.
Love you ralibertos ARCATA!!“

3.8 Good66 Reviews
Rita's Margaritas & Mexican Grill Mexican • $
855 8th St, Arcata

Customers` Favorites

Beans Rice and the Vegetarian Burrito That Shouldn't Have Had Meat in It
Ceviche Tostada De Camaron
Vegan Chorizo Tofu Burrito
Chipotle Super Burrito
Tacos De Al Pastor
Chips and Salsa
Fried Fish Tacos
Mole Enchiladas
Chile Relleno
Wet Burrito

“The best ever dessert!! Delivered fast many stars 🌟“

3.9 Good98 Reviews
Casa Lindra Salsa company Mexican •
5425 Ericson Way # 1, Arcata

“Simply the best flavored Salsa! Originally from Humboldt I started eating this when going back to visit family decades ago. Now all 5 siblings and myself no longer live there but stock up on Casa Lindra when we can. The enjoyment of this product has now passed to my 4 year old Granddaughter who will eat spoonfuls if given the chance. I still prefer a good tortilla chip with it myself?“

4.6 Superb8 Reviews

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