22 Best Mexican Restaurants in San Mateo

Restaurantji's San Mateo Mexican restaurant picks are here. Enjoy a range of Mexican flavors, from Quesabirria Tacos to Super Burrito, and relish top-notch Thai dishes in the area.

Cuban Kitchen Cuban • $
3799 S El Camino Real, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Cuban Shredded Beef Stew - Ropa Vieja 1 2lb
Crispy Beef Side - Vaca Frita 6 Oz
The Best Cubano S'Wich
Pollo á La Milanesa
Philly Cheesesteak
Rice & Beans Combo
Rice & Bean Combo
Tía FELA's Flan
Sweet Plantains
Cubano Sandwich

“Super friendly and helpful staff. They provided us samples of shapes and proteins and that definitely helped us make our orders! The white rice, yellow rice, pork, and chicken thighs were great. The beverages were good too. We got the mango nectar and mint limeade.“

4.7 Superb132 Reviews
El Palenque Taqueria Mexican • $
15 N Kingston St, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Super Burrito Carne Asada
Carne Asada Y Camarones
Pollo Asado Taco Plate
Carne Asada Tacos
Wet Burrito
Skirt Steak
Quesadilla
Super Taco
Alambre
Fajitas

“The place is small, but the food is decent. I purchased one wet burrito and 2 super burritos. The super burritos suppsed to come with cheese and everything, but it didn't have any cheese in it. Nonetheless, the wet burrito is quite tasty.“

4.6 Superb50 Reviews
El Sinaloense Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $$
1622 Palm Ave, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Churros w Chocolate Dipping Sauce & Vanilla Ice Cream
Fajitas De Carne Asada
Carne Asada Y Camaron
Taco Regular Steak
Ceviche Con Pulpo
Bisteck Ranchero
Chips & Salsa
Filete Al Ajo
Prawn Fajita
Topolobampo

“Omg are you kidding me? Wow I walked in and I'm astonished the food is not dried up Rice. The food is such great quality. I am so fortunate. I live in San Mateo where I can actually how to go to Whole Foods and get a stupid plate like spend like 75 bucks on a meal for myself. This is the most fabulous pies you don't even know how fortunate you are to live in San Mateo county but I'm letting you know this please I swear to God you're gonna love it. By the way, best mannerism after Covid people are not nice. When you go to restaurants, they act like they do you a favor. These people are amazing. I'm astonished I'm sucked into this joint. You guys can take it or leave it.!!!“

4.5 Superb73 Reviews
Las Palomas Taqueria Mexican • $
92 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Cali Breakfast Burrito
Grilled Chicken
Veggie Burrito
Super Burrito
Enchiladas
Salsa Bar
Tortillas
Chips

“I had 2 chicken enchilada with refried beans and a salad. It was just the way I like it.Then you help yourself to the salsa bar for added condiments and chips.Also they serve a little sour cream if you ate something a little more spicy to cool your mouth. At least for me that works.“

4.5 Superb61 Reviews
Taquería las pencas #2 Mexican • $
45 N B St, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Birria De Borrego
Quesadilla Birria
Gorditas

“Very nice place, I went with my family and ordered a fried mojarra, it was very delicious, although the beans were not to my liking. I also ordered a shrimp ceviche and unfortunately I didn't like it, it had too much onion and lacked a little more flavor. I will return but I don't recommend the ceviche“

4.5 Superb60 Reviews
Suavecito Birria & Tacos Mexican • $
1100 S Amphlett Blvd, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Al Pastor and Carne Asada Tacos
Bag of Handcut Tortilla Chips
24k California Burrito
Birria Grilled Cheese
Quesabirria Tacos
Birria Quesadilla
BBQ Chicken Taco
Bierra Tacos

“Suavecito is a hole in the wall Mexican spot that is known for take-out orders. The birria is incredible. Best in the Bay Area by far. Suavecito never disappoints and hits the spot if you're craving a burrito or taco. They update their Instagram page frequently with offers and menu changes. Just looking at the pictures will make you drool. Go-to orders: Quesabirrias * Birria grilled cheese 24K California burrito Insider tips: Best for pick-up- the fresher the better Great salsa and consommé Add chile oil for an extra kick“

4.4 Superb83 Reviews
Del Oro Taqueria Mexican Grill Mexican • $
127 W 25th Ave, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Tacos De Tripe Wonderful
Super Burrito or Bowl
Chile Relleno Burrito
Veggie Enchiladas
Quesabirria Tacos
Ramen Birria
Birria Ramen
Al Pastor
Carnitas

“Food was great. Filled with fantastic flavors. The restaurant has a warm and welcoming atmosphere.Vegetarian options: Many great options to choose from. From a burrito, enchiladas, or the bowls.Kid-friendliness: Has many great food for kids. The quesadilla was great as well a the enchiladas.“

4.4 Superb78 Reviews
Taquería Los Moreno Mexican • $
37 43rd Ave, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Enchilada Chile Relleno Large Combination
Super Burrito
Shrimp Burrito
Torta Cubana
Quesabirrias
Quesadilla

“The food is delicious- consistently. It is a bit of a hole in the wall , but again delicious food. My only gripe is the consistency with the cashiers. One time in particular, one of the brothers was training a new girl and she didn’t ring in one taco i ordered. Once my food arrived and I noticed , the brother said I wasn’t charged and when I went to pay with my card he enforced the minimum card purchase rule. This was extremely annoying because 1. This was the their error 2. I’m a regular.He should have either made an exception or given me the taco at no charge . Instead I got no taco . This made me not go back for over a year. This lack of customer service could really detour business. I have not had an issue since starting back and the food is just delicious“

4.5 Superb41 Reviews
Monchi’s Red Tacos Mexican •
838 N Delaware St, San Mateo

“Pretty good food. Burritos can be hit or miss, though. Sometimes there is just way too much rice in them, making the burritos a little bland. Overall though the meats are flavorful.It didn’t used to say on the menu (they’ve updated it since), but you can order regular taqueria meats like al pastor, carne asada, carnitas, cabeza, etc. in your tacos and burritos, not just chivo and res.Parking: Parking in a plaza“

4.9 Superb16 Reviews
Jayli’s Cocina Mexican • $
28th Avenue, South El Camino Real, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Veggie Burrito
Super Burrito
Cali Burrito

“When you see there is always a line of Mexican people waiting for food, you know you should check out the place. I usually get their lengua tacos, and I recently tried their California burrito, I really like the crunchy fries in it my only complaint was the portion of carne asada in it, a little stingy in my opinion. I think I will stick to their tacos in the future“

4.6 Superb27 Reviews
Fletch's Taqueria Mexican • $
385 2nd Ave, San Mateo

“Amazing amazing food! SO good, and it's unbelievable how cheap it is for how good it is. I've been here multiple times and have tried their fish tacos and burrito. The meat is delicious, and the tortilla was soft and perfect, with great salsas! They also include tortilla chips and salsa with the meal. The staff who work there are so nice as well. Recommend the super taco with mango salsa! The place is small but has a cute vibe with nice decor. Great for takeout too. Location is convenient, next to the parking garage, but the train can be a bit loud passing by on the other side. Highly recommend this place!“

4.5 Superb35 Reviews
Andy’s Tacos Jalisco Food Truck Mexican •
400 Peninsula Ave, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Burrito Super
Quesadilla

“Andy's is a solid neighborhood taco truck serving up tasty eats with friendly service. They are usually open for lunch Mon-Sat from 11am-4pm. I stopped by last Thursday and ordered at the window: 3 tacos and 1 vampiro taco with both carne asada and al pastor meats. I preferred the tacos between the two, both meats were tasty, toppings were fresh, and salsa had a nice spicy kick. My plate came with some caramelized onions, radish, chips and salsa (green and red). Service was great, everything is made to order and came out fast. Great spot for a quick lunch.“

4.5 Superb28 Reviews
Monchi's Red Tacos Mexican •
1300 S El Camino Real, San Mateo

“I love this taco truck. I get the quesabirria tacos de res (beef). Everything is so flavorful and delicious. I can't get anything else like it in the area. I'm always craving it! So glad they brought quesabirria to san mateo. The workers are very nice too.“

4.5 Superb21 Reviews
Edi's Quesabirrias & Tacos Mexican •
500 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Choices of Meat

“The only thing I could say is good tacos with affordable price. The owner made everything alone, so service might be slow if there are many people. There’s a couple of people before us so we had to wait. It was fine since we would chitchat while waiting.Fresh tacos, handmade tortillas. The flavor was a little light. After squeezing the lemon juice in one, all I could taste was the sourness, so I left the other tacos without lemon.Also, cash only food truck, so be sure to carry cash with you when ordering here.Parking: It’s a street food truck, so you have to find a parking lot yourself.“

4.6 Superb16 Reviews
Jayli’s Cocina Food Truck Mexican •
98 42nd Ave, San Mateo

“When you see there is always a line of Mexican people waiting for food, you know you should check out the place. I usually get their lengua tacos, and I recently tried their California burrito, I really like the crunchy fries in it my only complaint was the portion of carne asada in it, a little stingy in my opinion. I think I will stick to their tacos in the future“

4.7 Superb13 Reviews
La Fonda de San Mateo Mexican • $
2310 S El Camino Real, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Mole Enchilada and a Tostada
House Made Chips and Salsa
Dos Chimichanga Plate
Chicken Enchilada
Refried Beans
Chile Relleno
Carne Asada
Quesadilla
Guacamole
Burrito

“I've been coming here since I was a kid, we used to come almost once a week its so good. Its always been such a warm environment and such delicious food. I recommend this place to everyone! There is plenty of vegetarian food for me to eat (I usually get a cheese tostada or a cheese enchilada) and my husband loves what ever meat dishes he has tried here. The family that owns it are very friendly, especially their daughter. If you live in the area and somehow haven't been here, you've got to try it!“

4.2 Good63 Reviews
Taqueria Los Primos #1 Mexican • $
85 N B St #4, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast Burrito

“Ordered a super burrito with no beans, received a regular by mistake on a take out order. Chips and salsa included, which were great, green salsa especially. Burrito was large size, but with only meat and rice inside did not satisfy. They do not offer a breakfast burrito anymore and said they were out of eggs. I would give them another chance but would eat there to ensure my order was right, and get more chips and salsa!“

4.3 Superb33 Reviews
Charlie's Taqueria Mexican • $
725 S B St, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Me Gusta Camarones Rancheros
Camarones Al Mojo de Ajo
Carne Asada Wet Burrito
Carne Asada Burrito
Tacos Al Pastor
Super Quezadilla
Chips and Salsa
Super Burrito
Menudo

“Despite the faded and eclectic decor, Charlie's is a neighborhood favorite. The salsa bar has the fresh condiments and crisp tortilla chips. The seating is plentiful. The ladies here take care of you. And the food is flavorful and generous. Try the tacos, burritos, the ceviche, menudo. Oh my gosh they are tasty. Street parking only, limited outdoor seating.“

4.2 Good53 Reviews
Mariscos de Sinaloa (Lupe's food truck from Salinas) Food Trucks •
3799 S El Camino Real, San Mateo

“This place is a hidden gem. The tacos Dorados are some of the best shrimp tacos you'll find! After frequenting the San Bruno location I was pumped to see they added another truck close to me in downtown San Mateo. Fast and friendly service too!“

5 Superb7 Reviews
Mariscos Y Taqueria Ixpalino Sinaloa Mexican • $
3 N Kingston St, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Regular Burrito
Fish Fillet
Wet Burrito
Aguachile
Taco

“I give it 4 stars because their prices for tacos are the cheapest I have found in the area and they load it up with plenty of meat. I tried 4 meats (carnitas, chorizo, carne asada, and pastor). Carnitas was a bit too dry for me, not a big fan of the chorizo flavor, carne asada was a good flavor, and pastor was my fave. I loved their green salsa with the chips, mind you the chips are not made in the restaurant and are just from a bag but they go well with the green salsa. Next time I'll try their seafood items!“

4.4 Superb17 Reviews
Snacks Antojitos Mexicanos Mexican • $$
31 N B St, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Agua Grande
Tostilocos
Mangoneada
Esquite

“Usually the taco deals on Doordash suck because of the low review taco spots . However , this was the only highly rated place that didn't concentrate on tacos like they others . This place does it legit . Every single ingredient had flavor in it. And it was the first time I had a manglonada.Don't know how they get mangos so sweet , but they have all the classic ingredients.You can tell from the neighborhood that it has to be legit . Latin population in the area would hate it if they were washed out places like the ones only serving calorie conscious crowds.Glad i was able to discover this shop. Super super recommended“

4.3 Superb23 Reviews
Camila's Tacos (Food Truck) Mexican • $
1601 S El Camino Real, San Mateo

“Amazing tacos for a reasonable price! The truck was on the El Camino in front of Safeway. Red truck with some chairs in front. I had two tacos, carne asada (steak) and el pastor (marinated pork). If you order with everything it comes with seasoned onions, carrots on the side, and fresh onions and cilantro on the tacos. You can get green or red sauce on the side. Overall it's a great street taco. One of the best I've had in the area. Worth a try“

4.7 Superb9 Reviews