50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Sierra Madre

“Great food and friendly service!“

“I haven't tried the entire menu, but I have tried a lot and so far everything is good. Fish tacos are fantastic, all the meat tacos are great too. Nachos is always a family favorite as well. Condiment bar is awesome with roasted chilis, onions, and lime. Their red and green salsa are so tastey as well. I frequent this small chain. They have daily specials too!“

“Spicy jalapeño cocktail 🍸💕“

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

“I'm here just about every other weekend to get takeout for the family. The Indian flavors really come through in an exciting way. The rotisserie chicken is one of the best I've found in LA, and it's not even the best chicken on the menu. Anything with beans are a must-have.“

“Best shrimp tacos in the world, by far. Have them with the grilled chiles.“

“Best Tacos !! Love it . Keep it up“

“This is great comfort food like Mom would make. The tortillas are awesome and the birria is juicy and tender! Highly recommend.“

“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.“

“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..“

“You can't go wrong here at El Sabroso, quality food for a great price. I've been coming here for years. Buen Provecho Everyone!!“

“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.“

“great meal and very Pleasant service..“

“The birria was amazing! The quesatacos with consome were delicious. My friends got a beef birria quesadilla which they immediately ordered a second one. My other friend got a beef birria Ramen which he loved. Overall everyone was super pleased. The service was great and I would totally come back again.“

“Best shrimp tacos in the world, by far. Have them with the grilled chiles.“

“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“

“Real good 👍 the staff is very friendly“

“The food here is like Grandma used to make. Delicious“

“The Giant Margarita, and the Big Bertha Wet Burrito are Great recommendations.“

“Un lugar donde se come delicioso, un ambiente super agradable y el servicio esepcional,“

“If you have not had the chance to dine in at Girasol, I highly recommend it. The chicharon with guac is a must as a starter, make sure you get some of the spicy sauce. As for a recommendation for a meal, well you have to come in and try. We loved the chilaquiles, the carne en su juego, the menudo, and the breakfast burrito. If you have a sweeter taste, the French toast, the pancakes and the crepe are awesome. But as mentioned before, you just have to come in and try everything.“

“Hola buenas tardes, para agradecerles su donativo en especie de las 10 cajas de pañales y las toallitas húmedas, Dios les bendiga grandemente primeramente en sus vidas y en su negocio. Reciban nuestras oraciones desde la Casa de Descanso del Anciano de Poncitlán.“

“Really good birria crispy tacos👌“

“Deliciousness! Very good portion and reasonable price! Staffs are nice!“

“Some of the best food you will eat. Service is great.“

“Ordered a bowl of albondigas and the chile colorado plate. Holy cow! Shouldve ordered one or the other. I cant breathe now. The soup was amazing. Came out perfect temperature. Veggies were right between soft and crunchy. Meatballs were perfect. Really good bowl of soup for sure. Chile colorado plate was great as well. Full of flavor and beef was very tender. Rice and beans were perfect addition to smear on the flour tortillas. Good music and good ambiance. Staff are very polite and professional. My iced tea never got even down to half a glass. Chips and salsa were also good. Salsa had a bite but not too much. Chips had just the right amount of salt. Awesome experience here. Im gonna ask to load next door every week. Lol“

“Best!!! Mexican food, outside of my home I’ve had in Forever!!! Thank you Sr. Carlos🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🧂🧂🍋“

“Came here for lunch with a friend. Great service. Enjoyed the handmade tortillas (corn), tamales, and barbacoa. Very very yum. FYI there is a 4% service charge (nbd, imo). Try the Pozol de Cacoa (it's somewhere in between horchata and champurado).“

“🔥 Two Chiles Rellenos — El Pilon Market & Restaurant 🔥
📍 322 S Glendora Ave, West Covina, CA 91790

Originally $10.95 — now $15.95 — and still absolutely worth going back.

This plate ranks in the Top Ten Chiles Rellenos I’ve experienced across the entire country.
From New Orleans, Louisiana to Biloxi, Mississippi,
from Erie, Pennsylvania to Washington D.C.,
Bar Harbor, Maine to NYC,
Madison, Wisconsin to St. Paul, Minnesota,
Bismarck, North Dakota to Denver, Colorado,
Santa Fe, New Mexico to Phoenix, Arizona,
Las Vegas, Nevada to Pasadena and Covina, California —

I’ve walked the map and tasted many, but this one stands out.

Perfectly battered, generously filled, flavorful without being greasy. The texture, temperature, and seasoning were exactly right. The rice and beans were fresh and authentic Corn Tortillas FRESHLY MADE— NO SHORTCUTS.

This wasn’t just a meal — it was a moment along my Sovereign Person Pathway. A side journey of spirit, hunger, memory, and meaning. The kind of food that finds you right where you are and reminds you of where you’ve been.
El Pilon is a gem. Whether you’re local or walking your own journey across America — this stop is flame-worthy. Don’t miss it.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Feels like I’m eating in my nanas kitchen , delicious and homemade 👍💃🏻“

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

“My Daughter & I had dinner here tonight… the food was PHENOMENAL!!! Great Friendly Service too!! What a treat to sit at the bar & watch everything looking delicious coming out of the kitchen window!!! Thank you for such a great Saturday night treat for an out of town Momma visiting her daughter!! I’ll beg her to come everytime I’m in town, and be very Jealous that she gets to come whenever she wants!!! EVERYTHING was BEYOND DELICIOUS!! Bravo!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻“

“I have been going for about 4 years really recommend delicious food 🥘 love it 🥰“

“Found this restaurant online, due to craving some Mexican food, and the food was amazing, very flavorful I ended up ordering the green enchiladas plus their Horchata which was also very good. Also had their queso fundido and it was very delicious. the customer service was great, and truly enjoyed the ambiance will definitely come back here again.“

“están súper ricas auténticas de guadalajara“

“1st time visit with multiple visits in the near future. This mom and pop bar is super cozy! Plenty of tvs to watch sports and love Dj on the weekends. Jasmine the bartender was extremely welcoming and provided super service! Many cocktails on the menu and plenty of beer to choose from!“

“it was bomb food and service was great.“

“Amazing good Mexican food and bomb micheladas !!“

“muy buen Mercado Para comprar tu mandado“

“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..“

“Mexican food is my absolute favorite and this place has me HOOKED! I first tried it 3 weeks ago and I can tell you’ve been back at least 6x or more since then and I live in 25 miles away! I have had their chicken street tacos, and their chicken burrito, as well as the guacamole and everything is fantastic! My son has had the birria street tacos and he said their are the best he’s had hands down! The meat is authentic and marinated to perfection, the flavor is undeniable and so juicy! The size of portions is perfecto! They don’t skimp on anything and the cost is excellent! I love how clean they are being mindful to wear and change gloves after every order or if they go to cashier they don’t use the same gloves they just handled money with. The place is kept clean, the workers are friendly and they are not stingy with the sauces! I’ve met Mike and Nora and they are wonderful! This is my spot and I have no problems driving here to satisfy my Mexican food cravings! My son said he could live off of their food and so could I! I was just there on Sunday and I will be there today! If you are looking for some Mexican food done right that will hit all the spots your taste buds desire, Madre Maiz is the place to go! My name is Mesha and I stand by this review 10 toes down! There’s no other place I want to go to for Mexican food…They WIN! 🏆“

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

“An iconic landmark for the Hispanic community. Unfortunately, over the years, this little neighborhood market has not seen a lot of love from the city. It still has amazing food like fresh tamales, carnitas, tortillas and cabeza. You can still get delicious menudo in a large cup or bring in your own pot to fill. Diehards travel from all over southern California for this hidden gem. Go check them out and support small business. Even the exterior mural is a must see.“

“Ran over to this spot as it was the *only* option in walkable distance from my event install. The ladies working the front were so kind and patient with my lack of Spanish. I ordered a bacon, egg , cheese on a torta and it was WAY better than expected. Local spot, with good food. I bet their lunch/dinner options are delicious!“

“Amazing, authentic pupusas!!!!“

“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“

“Came here on a whim with my daughter. So glad we did. Food is amazing staff is great. Medudo was so good. Reminds me of eating at my grandma's table. My daughter loved her asada burrito too. The aguas frescas are soo good they are full of flavor and not watered down like other places I've been to. This place definately does not disappoint. Cute little restaurant. Definitely recommend 100%. As a Mexican I am very picky and find it hard to find good mexican food while I am out and about. Will definitely come back and bring others with me.“

“I was lucky enough to go when they had elotes. Always love getting Adrian's tacos. Also they are always very friendly. Definitely recommend.“

“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.“

“Great tacos of all kind & affordable. Fish tacos, potatoe tacos, carne asada tacos, & more Mexican dishes. It's a small place with only a few tables. But it's mainly a take home food place. They have special either Wednesdays or Thursday & it's 2 for one. They select which tacos will be on special. Customer service has always been kind friendly people.“