34 Best Mexican Restaurants in San Mateo

“Still the best kept secret in San Mateo. I’m moving tomorrow and this food is what I’m going to miss the most. The portions are generous, the price is affordable, the service can’t be beat. Cash only. Small parking lot. Family owned and operated. The carne asada is delicious! Actually I haven’t had a bad meal here. Take away is available. You won't be disappointed . Skip the la cumbre and pancho villa. Come get the best!“

“Do you love going to Flavortown? How about dreaming with your eyes open? Then try these birria tacos. The first time I had it was from leftovers that my daughter brought home for lunch. Then I drove from Oakley to San Mateo to have them fresh. It was AMAZING! They provide extra stuff to add to the tacos, but it honestly didn’t need them. The meat was so tender & flavorful that I had to close my eyes so I could fully appreciate the taste. Then I added the extras one by one & it tasted like a new taco each time. I know it seems like I’m exaggerating, but it’s really that good! My only wish is that they had seating nearby & a second location closer to Oakley.“

“Great food an Service. Friendly staff and generous portions.“

“I have never been to this place but every time I am here for work I order it. The super burrito is phenomenal, salsa perfect level of spicy, tortilla chips nice and crispy. As someone from San Antonio Texas I know good Mexican food and this is the best in the bay.“

“Great food. Fantastic value. Don’t tell people, it’s already too popular 😃“

“Me encanto les pedí un pastelito para mi niño y ellos le cantaron las mañanitas .no lo esperaba me gustó mucho!!!“

“Stopped in for Dinner, only one vegan protein option, but it didn't disappoint, probably the best beyond meat ive ever tasted, great sides, and delicious strawberry mint lemonade as well, great atmosphere and very friendly and informative staff, will definitely return again“

“Came on a Friday around 7:30 and it wasn't busy. Order at the counter, seat yourself, and they will bring your food to you. Self serve chips and salsa bar. Fresh chips. Well stocked. Wish they had pico de gallo though. We ordered an al pastor super burrito $15.29. Huge burrito. I eat a lot of burritos and this one surprised me with it's size lol. I asked for less rice and sour cream and they accommodated. Well balanced burrito. Al pastor was crispy and flavorful. Best al pastor I've had in years and best super burrito I've had so far in San Mateo and Burlingame area. Staff are really nice. Clean, medium sized restaurant. I would go back. Only wish they had lengua and cabeza meats“

“Best Chile Verde I have had in years! Excellent food, friendly staff, and pleasant setting.“

“The Super Shrimp Burrito is the best thing on the menu, idk what the chef does back there but he’s amazing. I literally come here maybe once every 2-3 weeks just because it’s so good. best thing to do is get chips and put it in the burrito. Fire!!!“

“Great food menu & fast service“

“Delish. I have been burned by ghost kitchens before and was a little hesitant to order from here, but the other stellar reviews got me 🙃 Really fresh, flavorful, healthy meals here. Definitely adding to our lunch rotation.

Highly recommend to try it if you’ve been thinking about it like me 😅 They truly deserve more hype!“

“Food delicious and authentic“

“Hadn’t been here in nearly 30 years, we moved to Seattle, but back for vacation. Had to have the Cancun platter. Just like I remembered!!“

“Each meal I’ve had here has been consistently fresh and well-prepared. Did I mention delicious? The staff is friendly and attentive.“

“Best Chile Verde I have had in years! Excellent food, friendly staff, and pleasant setting.“

“Amazing food and service!! Camilla’s served at our son’s reception for 60 picky people. We had 3 meat options along with all the fixings, Salsas and Horchata! The meat was succulent and flavorful beyond words…toppings and guacamole salsa made tacos irresistible. The veggies were so fresh and crunchy…Were trying to think of another occasion that we can book them for…We all grew up eating Mexican food in our household and absolutely authentic!! LOVT“

“Shout out to this wonderful neighborhood spot serving up some great homestyle cuisine. I stopped in for breakfast and ordered chorizo with eggs. Everything was delicious and well seasoned. Fresh salsas and homemade tortillas rounded out the meal. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. If I lived in the neighborhood I would return again and again.“

“los mejores tacos los recomiendo🤤“

“L verdd q todo es súper rrica la comida y la atención es muy buena“

“This is my favorite spot for Mexican style seafood aka mariscos! So fresh and amazing ceviche and aguachile! The shrimp are just as amazing!“

“Excellent Cadillac margaritas!! Service and food is always great.“

“The best tacos in the Bay straight from L.A! Leo’s taco truck is known for their al pastor tacos and I originally tried them in Los Angeles, and now here and honestly, the quality of their food is beyond any other place in the Bay. Give them a try I promise you won’t regret it!“

“Great job on the hand made tortilla“

“I purchased the Super Nachos they were great the chips were fresh. The service was good the cook came out to check on me and asked about the food. I was pleased that they were very nice and attentive to their customers. Everyone was friendly and as a customer that is what I enjoyed the most. I've never been to a place where the cooks checked in on me about the food. See my plate below and the portion size was wonderful. I will definitely be returning for a second trip to try other items on the menu.“

“Ordered California Super Nachos with Cabeza to go ($13.68 after tax), which came with free chips. I will say the fries weren't crispy and the guacamole is watery, but this was phenomenal. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and it came with all three salsas which were great (the spicy one is no joke though). The phone orders cut out a lot and it can be a bit hard if you don't speak Spanish, but just try to speak clearly and it will be fine. Really freaking good stuff for the price point.“

“A delicious breakfast! I ordered menudo, refried beans with fresh cheese, machaca (shredded dried beef), and my favorite jasmine tea. The prices are very reasonable for the portion sizes. 100% recommended, whether you're looking for a traditional Mexican- Sinaloense breakfast or some delicious seafood. Un desayuno riquísimo en San Mateo. Ordené menudo, frijoles puercos con queso fresco, machaca, y no podía faltar el té de jazmín. Los precios son muy accessibles para las porciones. Recomendados al 100. Ya sea por un desayuno sinaloense tradicional o unos deliciosos mariscos.“

“What an amazing Mexican delight. I didn’t know what to expect but wow did the food deliver. I got the super beef taco and the ceviche salad. Both were incredible and fresh with amazing seasonings and flavour. Thanks for the wonderful experience. Def underrated on the reviews. This place is a gem.“

“We had red sangria, delicious seafood salad in a tostada shell, chicken enchilada, beef taco, chicken taco combo plate(not pictured) and fried ice cream in a tostada shell. It was so good like everything else we had before.“

“Amazing food!! Max catered my wedding and it was wonderful!“

“They are actually open after the listed closing time but they move the truck and park near the Safeway at Delaware and Peninsula instead. They're usually there from like 6PM to 9PM I thinkThe menu only lists res, chivo, and pollo as options but they also do all the other regular taqueria meats as wellGreat food, the super burritos and super quesadillas are unbelievably gigantic 5/5“

“Great time to get away with your wife“

“Finally!!!! Great authentic Mexican antojitos in San Mateo!!!! I came here two days in a row because my mouth, my belly and my brain are very happy!!! Trust me, sign up for the points because you'll be back!!! Prefer something healthy, get a juice, green, carrot and other nice available. I wish the place was larger, but the food is amazing!!!“