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!“

“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.“

“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 🍸💕“

“Real good 👍 the staff is very friendly“

“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!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻“

“Best Tacos !! Love it . Keep it up“

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

“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.“

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

“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.“

“Really good birria crispy tacos👌“

“Fantastic spot with a nice array of food and drink options. For food we had the wings (delicious), Nashville Fried Chicken Sandwich (very tasty) and the chicharron pizza with green sauce (super cheesy on a thin crust). Their house ranch was tasty too.“

“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“

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

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

“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.“

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

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

“great meal and very Pleasant service..“

“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.“

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

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

“🔥 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.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“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).“

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

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

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

“I enjoyed the chili verde plate with a melon margarita very much. I use to go to the owners other restaurant Carumba's in Alhambra for over 40 years until it closed. So glad to have found their other restaurant, even if I have to drive a lot farther, it's worth it.“

“We came here on a whim looking for some good mariscos when we were traveling through LA from San Diego for my friends birthday. I can't rave enough about the food! The seafood was sooooo fresh and delicious! The presentation of the food as well. It was like a piece of art. We got to meet the owner's (family owned). They were so sweet and very attentive to your experience at the restaurant. I don't usually take photos of my food but please check out the photos so you can see the love that went into making each dish. We highly recommend this place if you are a foodie looking for some delicious mariscos!“

“it was bomb food and service was great.“

“muy buen Mercado Para comprar tu mandado“

“Amazing good Mexican food and bomb micheladas !!“

“Las mejores cemitas y un buen servicio“

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

“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..“

“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!!!!“

“Enchiladas are delicious“

“4.5 - I was so happy to be invited to a private event! I heard the place wasn’t that great, but the buffet totally changed my mind. I tried Achiote Chicken, Pork Chili Verde, Steak Picado, rice, beans, and salad, all super flavorful and delicious. Even the chips, salsa, and guacamole were really good. The vibe was great, and the servers were fast, friendly, and attentive. It was a fun evening with friends! Parking was a bit odd cause it seemed hella small but luckily there was some available in the lot.“

“Wow! I was in search of a tasty Mexican restaurant to cater or pick up, to feed 15 volunteers. The manager and staff were very friendly and helpful. Our volunteers LOVED the food. We will be using Chiquita Bonita for future“

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

“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.“

“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.“