48 Best Mexican Restaurants in Pasadena

“Absolutely loved this place. We will definitely be coming back. We got Citrus Salad, Carne en su Jugo & Carnitas Wow, just Wow!!!!!“

“Spicy jalapeño cocktail 🍸💕“

“A nice place for your food eating and ordering. Trusted and tested my many happy clients.“

“This was my first time here. I’ve seen and driven by this place for years. I ordered a Torta, half asada and half Al pastor, it was really good, I enjoyed it. I also got a Pepino con Piña agua fresca, it was also really good. The downside is that their menu doesn’t have any prices listed, so you’re surprised by the total when they tell you it.“

“Old school. Order at the window then pick up and eat at a table inside or out. Very fast service and delicious. My bottomless pit son could only eat half of his breakfast burrito! Lots of things on the menu, but it was our first time so we stuck with the famous burritos.
Can't wait to go back again.“

“Was walking from work on my way to chipotle for lunch. Passed by this place on the way and saw they serve breakfast. I called and asked what the options were. I heard breakfast tacos and backtracked to Madre Maiz. Breakfast taco comes with cheese and potato cooked right onto the tortilla, choice of ham or bacon, I chose bacon. Egg scrambled or over easy, I chose over easy per the recommendation of the owner(?) Also comes with beans but opted out because I’m allergic. They also have a special breakfast salsa which was amazing. I accidentally poured the entire container on my taco definitively an accident I’ll repeat in the future. Oh and try it on the blue corn tortilla.“

“Super delicious amazing food and service is great“

“Great food and a friendly staff. It’s my go to for Mexican food whether I’m dining in or taking out.“

“THE best birria in town! been coming to Alvaro and his team since the very beginning nearly 3 years ago, and the food has only gotten better. the queso tacos with connsomé are legendary and we love impressing out of town friends with them. there’s always a spread of fresh salsas and accouterments. check Birria Master’s IG @BirriaMaster for hours and specials (they’ll occasionally experiment with different meats and offerings such as lingua, seafood tostadas). plenty of family style seating as well as parking in the lot and street parking.“

“I was heading to another bar and wanted to try this place out first. I drank some beers, ate some complementary salsa (the chips were really good!), and watched some sports. The place was pretty packed; the private room was occupied.

The service was great. They were efficient even when it was a packed house.

They have a good size parking lot. You can park in the neighborhood for free also.“

“Food delicious 😋 Staff is very nice make u feel welcome“

“Wow, Frijolitos VIP at Tacos Los Desvelados promises a culinary experience like no other.“

“Best Mexican food I've ever had.The Chile Colorado is amazing. As great as the food is, the service is even better. Lourdes is a gem. She is the definition of great service. Friendly, attentive and knows the large menu very well. Look no further for than Amigos Restaurant for great Mexican food.“

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“Delicious 😋 carnitas ,, very friendly family,, they make you feel welcome 🙏🏻,, I recommend MI CASA MÉXICANA 😋 for their delicious 😋 food loved the beans ,, tastes like my mom's“

“This was our first visit to El Metate. I was impressed with all the menu options. The service was excellent , and the food was delicious.“

“Visiting Pasadena for a gaming convention and Grabbed some late night Al pastor and also some chicken and potatoes tacos and with their salsas…. It is heaven. Doin’ it right, here in Pasadena at Colorado and Altadena“

“El Mejor Mexican Restaurant en Pasadena california. 100% Recomendado Everything is Super delicious also I recommend The breakfast Burrito Number one in L.A. 1000 Estrellas de Exelencia *****************************“

“Super delicious amazing food and service is great“

“what i like about Cabreras 1st the awesome service. 2nd the best mexican food that is made with love. and what makes so good is the great music they have it's like eating at home which makes feel like your with family. keep up the great family feeling. oh and when I asked for something that's not on the menu you make it just like eating at home..“

“This place is a gem!
I had Pozole, which was delicious and not greasy. The amount the serve is perfect. My husband had the Chile Reyeno and was also delicious. The salsa they give for the chips is good, so im guessing that the green chilaquiles are good. If you haven't been you need to.“

“Hostess and waiters are friendly and very attentive.“

“Awesome food and unlike most other places they aren’t gouging people. Great service too!“

“This a small family run hole in the wall but food is fantastic. Everything from the home made chips to calasitas are so good. For lunch I usually just have caldo de pollo or de res but my favorite dinner is zucchini and pork ribs.“

“Tortas Mexico is a fantastic spot for authentic Mexican food! The flavors are rich and fresh, and the tortas are some of the best I’ve ever had. The service is top-notch—friendly, fast, and welcoming. On top of that, the prices are very reasonable, making it an incredible value. If you’re craving real, high-quality Mexican food, this is the place to go. Highly recommend!“

“The chili verde burritos are amazing“

“Great food and reasonable prices in a nice atmosphere. Try the seafood!“

“Lupita’s food is absolutely great… I go their as often as I can.“

“Had the potato taco and it was delicious. Must go back for more“

“Been coming to this location since 2005 and what I say is that their food is consistent, crew is attentive and atmospheric restaurant is much better since 2005. It's clean and run like a well oiled machine. So many options of good food to select from. Easy and free parking convenient to shop after at Ralph's and other businesses. If you have the App and a rewards member your purchases add up and you get $10 off quick. I come least few times since we know their food is delicious.

Vegetarian options: Checks holiday hours if you plan on stopping by yo eat.

Parking: May get busy during holidays and lunch but it's worth the wait.

Kid-friendliness: Yes kiddos welcome here. Plenty of tables and seating.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes and handicap parking available.“

“Great food good service and there prices are really good plus the beer and micheladas are very cold 🥶 real good place 👍🏽“

“What a fun Thursday night! Que viva Mexico!“

“The food is ALWAYS delicious However the ladies that work the register that don’t understand English make it harder than it has to be to order food....other than that any time I’m down in Pasadena (I live in Palmdale) I stop there before coming home Because even if my order is messed up the food is still good“

“Also happy hour is good while you watch the games“

“Very nice place to eat great customer service makes you feel like home take time to talk to customers recommend to come eat you won't be disappointment they treat everyone the same small place great food don't forget Thurs through Sunday taco nights till 11pm“

“It has been a classic dining spot between my father and I
From elementary to high school.
Pollos Puebla
Never fails to exceeed my expectations.
Time and time again providing quality food and quality service.
They have expanded the menu over the years and it has only let to MORE AMAZING FOOD
great chicken
The spicy one is amazing the mild is great too.
You should definitely eat here“

“Deliciosa comida oaxcaqueña. Recien hecha... como que comes en casa. Felicidades!!!“

“All my gal has to say is, "Brick and Morty," and I know it's gonna be a good night. This is our favorite place, and you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The fries have this awesome seasoning. The burritos are incredible no matter what you get. The workers there are the best. Couldn't recommend this place more.“

“So good you can’t stop eating! Their hot sauce is to die for“

“Super chill and relaxed restaurant that serves Mexican comfort food at a fair price and offers big portions. Their menu is huge and the food comes out pretty quickly. The shrimp burrito was great, very big and filling with lots of flavor. The staff are nice, and there is plenty of indoor seating.“

“Great food good service and there prices are really good plus the beer and micheladas are very cold 🥶 real good place 👍🏽“

“Really great snapper fish sandwich for an amazing price! Was very crunchy and the tartar sauce was nice and not overly sweet like other places. Need I say more? I wish other fisheries took note. We don't want to spend $30 on a huge plate. Something simple and cheap suffices.“

“Note to reader, they serve classic street style taco goodness. Enjoy!“

“Great quick burrito, as you'd hopefully get from a burrito joint.
I placed the order five minutes later.It was ready for me to pick up, just as he said it would be, nice and hot.
I wish they'd give me a little less food, i definitely have issues with throwing stuff away.“

“I have been here twice now and I will be back many more times. All of the food has been absolutely delicious, the service is super fast, and the atmosphere is very comfy and welcoming. I've sat inside and outside, and enjoyed both spots, but you can't beat an outside seat when the weather is great. I also appreciate that if you order juice you get a whole real glass of juice and not one of those itty bitty half glasses. The coffee is also very good, it's not like the burnt cheap dinner style coffee, it's good robust coffee that actually has flavor. I've tried 3 different breakfast entrees now and all were great, but I love the pork, it's cooked to perfection.“

“Nishikawa Auto Service is an absolute gem, and Joe is the reason why. He’s not just a skilled mechanic — he’s someone you can truly trust, which is rare these days. No matter the issue, Joe always diagnoses and fixes my car the same day, with no games, no upsells, just honest, quality work.

Even though I don’t live in Pasadena anymore, I still make the drive to bring my car to Joe — that’s how much I trust him. It’s worth every mile for the peace of mind I get knowing my car is in the best hands.

The shop has been in the same location for nearly 50 years, and that kind of longevity says everything. Joe’s earned a reputation built on integrity, consistency, and excellent service. I wouldn’t take my car anywhere else — and I always recommend him to anyone looking for a mechanic they can rely on.“

“When a restaurant does one thing and really hones in and masters their craft, the result speaks for itself. This place does chicken supremely well because that is all they do. The value of the meals is great. You can choose between quarter, half, or whole chicken with tortillas and sides. The chicken is very tasty and juicy, packed with flavor and perfectly made. The sides are also nice. There are some tables but they mainly do takeout. The staff are very friendly and treat you like family.“