50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Clearwater Beach

“Excellent nachos, margaritas and service. Loved it.“

“Food is delicious! This place is a hidden gem. Love the sangria ❤️. We will be back in October!“

“This may be the easiest review ever! This place is my new favorite. I had my birthday dinner here in March and it was probably the best experience I have had with a restaurant and a large party. Everything was perfect, the staff the food the service the ease of everything. I requested the "Party Room" as they call it at the Clearwater location. They let me decorate to my liking and never once were we in need of anything (our party had 20 people) all at the same time their regular restaurant was full on a Saturday night. They offer 2 for 1 drinks during the week 2-6 and let me tell you if you drink sangria the red is delicious, and strong. This place is just so fun, we have a blast no matter if we are here for drinks, dinner or a large party. The staff is attentive, and fun. 5+++ stars, more if I could give it.“

“Consistent Mexican food @ Casa Tina. One day I may branch out and try something besides the Molé. 😉 And as always, the Caipirinha rocks. 😋 Thank You. Have a Delicious New Year 2026!“

“Taco bus is supper bussin! I loved every part of my experience the first time, I had to come back 6 months later. Nothing can top the $5 margs! This will always be my favorite stop when I’m in Florida!“

“Today was my 1st time and I promise you not my last. As someone from Mexican descent, I was absolutely in heaven. A little hidden gem. Phenomenal“

“Great place! J was awesome !“

“🌮 Antojitos Donia Chirris – A Hidden Gem in Clearwater! 🌮 If you’re craving authentic Mexican flavors with heart and soul, Antojitos Donia Chirris is the place to be. This cozy little spot may be small in size, but it packs a massive punch when it comes to taste and hospitality. The soup is pure comfort in a bowl, rich, flavorful, and clearly made with love. And the tacos? Out of this world. Each bite bursts with freshness and spice, wrapped in perfectly grilled tortillas that make you want to order seconds (and thirds!). What makes this place truly special is its warm, welcoming vibe. It feels like stepping into a friend’s kitchen where every dish is crafted to delight. Whether you’re a local or just passing through Clearwater, don’t miss this culinary treasure. Btw I do not always find the best tacos around it’s tough so this is so refreshing ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Highly recommend!“

“First time here and I was impressed! Friendly and fast service! Clean and quiet environment! Amazing food and great menu options! Highly recommended!“

“Do yourself a HUGE favor, walk right past Crabby’s (C- food) and eat at Marina Cantina… get the Cauliflower or Brussel Sprout appetizers. Then Barbacoa nachos or tacos… their margaritas are world class!“

“We absolutely love the food, drinks, and service at this VIP Mexican Restaurant. Especially, the drinks and the service. Gabby is our favorite bartender/host. The atmosphere is pretty awesome too.“

“Great al pastor. Reminded me of Guerrero (Mx). Will be back for more! La comida me recuerda a Guerrero. ¡Me hace extrañar a Tecpan! ¡Al Pastor fue increíble!“

“El Buen Gusto is hands-down one of the best food trucks in the area. The food is so delicious — I ordered the quesabirria tacos and they were incredible: packed with flavor, perfectly cooked, and you can genuinely taste the care and quality in every bite.

What really makes this place stand out though is the people. The customer service is amazing, and the owners are such a lovely family. Jose’s passion for food is obvious — not just in how he treats customers, but in how good the food tastes. Blanca is an absolute sweetheart, and Claudia has awesome customer service and makes you feel genuinely welcomed from the moment you walk up.

This is definitely a place I’ll keep coming back to, and I’ll be recommending it to everyone.“

“Yes,great food,great flavor,Big Portions.Two happy Ricans here.“

“100 % recommend Jake’s. Went to the pajama pizza place down the street and was treated like crap. Walked into Jake’s and was greeted warmly. We’ve got another 7 days here. My bet is we’ll return at least 2 more times. Thank you for your smiles and hospitality.“

“Really good 👍 the best tacos in town“

“Just met the new owners. Greg &Israel very nice people. They are keeping Kevin and the cook same menu. Can't wait to see what they do with the inside. Stop by and say hi!!“

“This food truck is great and the women run it are lovely! Oh yea the food is excellent“

“uno de mis lugares favoritos Buen servicio comida muy Rica y todo muy fresco 100% recomendado😋😋😋😋😋“

“The best gastronomic experience ever!!! This place is the best Mexican restaurant in Florida. My favorite place !!!!“

“Hera was amazing! The food is authentic Mexican cuisine and reasonably priced. All of these factors are why I return time after time.“

“The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully served. The service was excellent from start to finish. A special thank-you to Fei, she was very nice, friendly, and attentive, which made our visit even better. Highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for great food and warm service!“

“excellent food,perfectly spiced with large portions. I was stuffed when I left.“

“Todo súper rico 10/10 👍🏻buena atención , 100%recomendable“

“This is hands down the best Mexican place in town! We have never had a bad experience here. The food is absolutely fantastic! Can’t say I love it enough!“

“This is a magical place! Everyone is so sweet and kind, and the food is always delicious and freshly made. Big portions and great prices. The chicken tortilla soup is wonderful on a cold day too! Thank you so much for being so great! My favorite Juan’s location!“

“I went here last night and we have a wonderful dinner at a great price and the pinapple water was so good. I have a chimichonga and my daughter had tacos. The chips and sausa was fresh. You have to go here.“

“The tacos are to die for. I mean, it leaves me thinking about tacos even after i jave eaten 4. There is something they put in the taco meat that makes their tacos really stand out. Do yourself a favor and try the chorizo (mild-ish spoce) and carne asada tacos. A must. Al pastor a close 3 rd option.
Best tacos i have ever had! And i have had a lot of tacos!“

“We got a party platter for the holidays and it was amazing! Thank you so much“

“What a delight! *Good Food *Exceptionally well decorated *Comfortable Newly upholstered Beautiful Seating Kept so refreshingly Clean Value and fair pricing Good Service Professionals Can't wait to return!! Ty Staff Of El Jalisco“

“Absolutely delicious! I ordered the fish burrito with a Watermelon Agua Refresca . The food was super fresh and the flavors were on point. Very good portion and the sauces they give you on the side are hand made yumminess. Both vegetarian and meat eater friendly , I’d 100% recommend this taco spot definitely worth the try !“

“The Beat restaurant in the area 💯 !!!!“

“I love this place it is by far my favorite taco spot in the whole Bay Area with fresh tortillas made right in front of you. I will drive out of my way to get these tacos. The staff and location are everything you would expect from a great Mexican restaurant. Don’t forget the salsa in the yellow squeeze bottle!!!!“

“Ate there today and food was fantastic! I had fish Ruben Grilled and I was amazed at how much flavor was in that sandwich.. Going back again for sure. Ask for code for parking lot so u can get more then 30 minutes“

“This truck has the best food! Delicious tacos and freshly made tortilla chips! This is now my go to for Mexican food! 😋“

“The best Mexican food I could eve wish for. I have eaten at dozens of Mexican restuarants in my vast travels around this state and country, and I must honestly say, that Carmelita's is second to none. Their food is Excellent ! Go there once and you will be hooked. It's that good, I promise !“

“The food was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Every dish was full of flavor, fresh, and beautifully prepared. You can truly tell that care and attention go into the ingredients and presentation. The host was very attentive, friendly, and made sure we felt welcomed the entire time. The service really added to the overall experience. This place is truly a gem — a hidden treasure that stands out for both its delicious food and warm hospitality. I would definitely recommend it and look forward to coming back again.“

“Wow! Really good flavorful authentic Mexican food right around the corner from me! I will be a regular from now on. Very attentive friendly service! Great great great food! Everything was good especially that rice!!!“

“Absolutely the best! from the service to the food! My family and I have been coming here for many, many years!“

“The best margarita in town“

“As authentic as it gets being this far from Mexico. I felt like I was home“

“Great food at a good price!“

““Miss allergy pants” wants to thank our waitress, Crystal, for not only taking my allergies serious but also putting up with our group. ¡¡Muy apreciada!!“

“Chips and queso are the bomb!! Love the hard shell tacos, remember to ask for cheese, lettuce, etc. as they do not automatically include these items. Interior could use some updating but food is worth it. I am addicted!!“

“Loved the food, decor, and friendly service. Will return often, I'm sure!“

“Went to Crazy Burrito. Got a Crazy Burrito. Excellent choice. Combo of meats was flavorful and moist. Fresh ingredients. Pretty large portion, priced about right. Came in at 11:30 and was served very quickly. Can agree about the atmosphere but it didn't take away from my experience.“

“Excellent food, great prices, awesome service! Happy hour 2 for 1 beers and other selections like margaritas and sangrias. The bacon quac was amazing! So fresh and delicious and a great twist on the usual. We had pulled pork tacos and steak enchiladas and wow, they were great and the sides of rice and the refried beans were sooo good!😋 we will definitely be back!“

“Their food are mad delicious. I especially love their quesadillas gordita and torta. It now my to go to place because their staff are very nice and welcoming and their food are very delicious to eat I would order 3 order of their food because their meats and chicken tasted a good rich flavor meat.“

“A hidden treasure of taste“