31 Best Mexican Restaurants in Gainesville

Navigate Gainesville's Mexican food scene with Restaurantji's recommendations. Try the best Chips Salsa, Chips and Salsa, Tacos, and more in town.

Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant Gainesville Mexican • $$
3501 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Mulita Mojada de Birria Arroz Beans Sour Cream Pico de Gallo Queso
Arroz Frijoles Pico de Gallo Guacamole Y Lechuga
Steak Fajitas with Salad Rice and Refried Beans
Enchilada De Pollo Con Mole Enchiladas
Mulita Mojada de Birria Sin Queso
Birria Tacos Asi Es Como Salen
Tortillas Salsa de Habuchelas
Fresh Table Side Guacamole
Ceviche Vuelve À la Vida
Las Carretitas Enchilada

“Mia was the best server, understood exactly what we wanted. Fast and efficient service and she was very friendly and helped guide us with some of the best picks on the menu. Thank you MIA🤍“

4.9 Superb2960 Reviews
Linda Vista Mexican • $
3483 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Lobster Enchiladas Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Taco Salad Fajitas Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes Delivery: Yes
Chimichanga Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes
Golden Enchiladas Michelada Y Margarona
Enchiladas with Ground Beef
Enchiladas Rancheras
Tacos De Carne Asada
Carne Asada Burritos
Burrito Campechano
Vegetarian Fajitas

“Best restaurant in S.W. Gainesville, everything they make is delicious. Thanks Linda Vista for feeding my Family, Howard“

4.7 Superb337 Reviews
Tacos 352 Mexican • $
8181 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Street Corn on the Cob Asada Burrito Steak Nachos
Left Al Pastor Right Carne Asada
Chicken Quesadilla De Pollo
Street Corn and Asada Tortas
Carne Asada Quesadilla
El Pastor Quesadillas
Chips and Queso Dip
Birria Quesadilla
Breakfast Burrito
Carne Asada Tacos

“Tacos 352 is so underrated! The food is absolutely amazing!“

4.6 Superb188 Reviews
Jalisco Town Modern Mexican Grill Mexican • $$
4401 NW 25th Pl. A, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Enchiladas Supreme
Chips and Salsa
Fried Ice Cream
Seafood Nachos
Chile Relleno
Birria Tacos
Carne Asada
Taco Salad

“Best Mexican restaurant in town, recommend it 100% and waitress Javier is amazing!“

4.7 Superb143 Reviews
Nopal Gainesville Mexican • $$
5112 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Kids 2 Soft Tacos with Rice & Beans
Mexican Street Corn Avocado
Nopal Steak House Salad
Pork Enchilado Burrito
Chicken Enchiladas
Carne Asada Tacos
Sweet Potato Fries
Corn Creme Brulee
Avocado Egg Rolls
Nopal House Salad

“Lisa and I have never been disappointed with the food or service. Their specials are great.“

4.6 Superb227 Reviews
Locos por Tacos Food Truck Mexican • $
1712 SW 13th St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Loca Quesadilla
Papas Locas

“This was arguably the BEST Quesabirria of my life. The guy was super friendly on the phone and during pick up . Also, their portion sizes for the price outshine every other competitor I found online: I will DEFINITELY be back!“

4.9 Superb83 Reviews
Pepper's Mexican Grill & Cantina Mexican • $
3236 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville

“Had a great time, brought a bunch of basketball kids and they loved it. Good was fantastic, atmosphere and service was awesome. Tania was amazing, she was kind, knowledgeable, and super helpful. Whenever we are in the area we will be going back.“

4.7 Superb99 Reviews
La Tienda Mexican • $
2204 SW 13th St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Steak Chimichanga with Rice and Beans
Corn Chips with Salsa and Queso
Quesadilla Corn Same Azado
Mexican Rice and Refried
Chips Salsa and Queso
Bistec A la Mexicana
Enchiladas Rajas
Chips and Salsa
Refried Beans
Chicken Soup

“One of the BEST around. Check out their little store in the back too. Their quesp is the BEST in town! Nothing like sitting on the patio during the fall weather. Friendly Staff! Clean bathrooms.“

4.3 Superb440 Reviews
Los Pollos Mexican • $
3120 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Bowl
Quesadilla

“food was great first time there“

4.4 Superb116 Reviews
Taqueria Street Tacos | Mexican Mexican • $
8149 NW 38th Ln, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast Burrito
Salsa & Guacamole
Tortilla Filled
Tortilla Tacos
Guacamole Dip
Tacos Salad
Chorizo Dip
Street Corn
Quesadilla
Al Pastor

“Our family is slightlyyyy obsessed with this place- their birria tacos and consommé is like no other. The chicken nachos are loaded with toppings and fresh lettuce/tomatoes, I never knew nachos could taste refreshing(?) but they are. We also enjoy their chicken tacos, rice & beans, chorizo dip, and elote (it’s always loaded and seasoned well). Authenticity you can taste, great service, best food. I promise you won’t regret trying them out!“

4.8 Superb43 Reviews
Peppers Mexican Grill & Cantina Mexican • $
7750 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Steak Shrimp and Chicken Fajitas
Steak and Chicken Fajitas
Enchiladas Verdes Suizas
Camarones Al Mojo de Ajo
Churros with Ice Cream
Enchiladas Rancheras
Steak Fajita for Two
Arroz Con Camarones
Fajita de Vegetales
Fajitas Chori Pollo

“Everything is awesome The food is the best one in Gainesville Frozen Margaritas are delicious“

4.2 Good411 Reviews
Midpoint Park and Eatery | Food Truck and Restaurant Park Family • $
931 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Vegan Mac N Cheese with Coleslaw
Buffalo Vegan Chicken Sandwich
Deluxe Burger with Fries
Bubbly Soft Drinks
Philly Cheese Steak
Loaded Vegan Fries
Lavender Lemonade
Chicken Gyro Wrap
Mozzerella Sticks
American Tacos

“💚fantastic place plantology did not disappoint“

4.4 Superb121 Reviews
CDMX Taqueria Mexican • $
3845 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Steak Torta

“The very best Mexican food in Gainesville. This place is about as authentic as it comes quick turnaround quality service if you’re lucky enough to stumble upon those food cart while they’re actually open, make sure you go you will not regret it.“

4.6 Superb48 Reviews
Burrito Factory & Cantina Mexican • $
7 SE 1st Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Quesadilla Trio
Burrito Factory
Chips Salsa
Nachos Trio
Carnitas

“Day trip to Gainesville, needed lunch and happened upon The Burrito Factory and love it. The service is super friendly and attentive, the food was amazing! We had the spinach enchiladas and vegetarian burrito and were most pleasantly impressed by the flavors. We will definitely come back here the next time we’re in Gainesville!“

4.3 Superb98 Reviews
El Indio Mexican Restaurant 13th St Fast Food • $
407 NW 13th St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Sopapilla \u0026 Ice Cream
Grilled Chicken Burrito
Chimichanga Platter
Grande Burrito 12
Breakfast Burrito
Fajitas Platter
Apple Burrito
Chimichanga
Carne Asada
Black Bean

“they have the best food and service and their workers are very friendly and helpful“

4.4 Superb368 Reviews
La Fiesta Mexican Grille Mexican • $
9513 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Two Tacos Rice and Beans Large Queso Dip
Their Surf and Turf Burrito
Side Salsa Verde
Chips and Salsa
Chicken Fajitas
Fried Ice Cream
Enchilada Plate
Tortilla Chips
Steak Mexicano
Fajita Burrito

“Super cool mexican restaurant, delicious food, clean restroom, great service, lovely experience! I highly recommend it! 5 stars“

4.1 Good402 Reviews
Las Margaritas Mexican • $
4405 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Taco Mexican Rice \u0026 Refried Beans
Taco Mexican Rice & Refried Beans
Homemade Salsa and Chips
2 for 1 House Margaritas
Vegetarian Margaritas
Homemade Spicy Salsa
Chimichanga Dinner
Taco Salad Fajitas
Chicken Acapulco
Chips and Salsa

“The food is great, the staff is friendly, and the prices are so reasonable. The fajitas and margaritas are fantastic, but so are the other items I've tried.“

4.1 Good398 Reviews
Boca Fiesta Mexican • $
232 SE 1st St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Deep Fried Mac and Cheese
Rice Bowl with Fish
Chicken Chimichanga
Chips and Guacamole
Steak Burrito
Street Tacos
Gator Taco
Shrimp Taco
Enchiladas
Chips Salsa

“Delicious food in a cool, eclectic atmosphere. Adorable outdoor patio seating. Great for vegetarians because they have TVP and tempeh that you can sub in any dish. The chimichanga with tvp and smothered in queso is to die for! And while you're eating, look around and spot all the hidden dinosaurs!“

4.1 Good258 Reviews
Cantina Añejo Sports Bar • $$
1680 W University Ave Ste 10, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Cheese Quesadilla
Side Salsa Verde 1 Oz
Side Guac Large 4 Oz
Side Cantina Fries
Cast Iron Fajitas
Picanha Del Patron
Shrimp Rancheros
Mexican Trifecta
Churro Crullers
Cabo Fish Tacos

“For sure best bar in Gainesville. Since you’re paying a premium cover rate at the door the crowd is typically better and chiller than other mid town bars. Feels like an after party where you’ll run into many familiar faces/friends. Drink are decently priced. I would recommend going to cantina on either Wednesday, Friday or Saturday.“

4.4 Superb127 Reviews
La Pasadita Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $
4126 NW 6th St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Enchiladas de Mole Rojo O Verde
Camarones A la Diabla Plate
Mexican Style Carnitas Taco
Soft Mexican Style Tacos 3
Burrito de Carne O Pollo
Three Tacos Mexican Style
Free Chips and Salsa
Tostada de Ceviche
Tortilla de Maíz
Arroz Y Frijoles

“This seems to be a small family run restaurant with real deal Tex-Mex and Mexican food. this is long been a favor of mine, and I just took a friend there recently for the first time he was blown away by the food if you’d like to eat local and support Gainesville, businesses and families, this is a place for you.“

4 Good283 Reviews
Azteca taqueria Mexican •
7100 W University Ave, Gainesville

“Tried this place today and it’s the best tacos I’ve ever had and the most friendly customer service . It’s exactly what I needed today . Picked my spirits right back up . I recommend it!!!!“

5 Superb4 Reviews
Mi sazón latino Mexican • $
12210 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville
5 Superb1 Reviews
Tienda Mexicana Los Hernandez Mexican •
4128 NW 6th St, Gainesville
3 Average25 Reviews
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Chuy's

Chuy's Tex-Mex • $
3410 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Salsa and Jalapeo Ranch Sauce
Chips and Salsa and Creamy Jalopena
Guacamole Queso and Chips and Salsa
Chicken Enchiladas Rice and Beans
Fajita Chicken or Fajita Beef
Taco & Enchilada Combo
Tres Leches Cake Slice
Chuy's Famous 'Ritas
Chuy's Famous Ritas
Fajitas for Two

“Good food, good service,,“

4.2 Good540 Reviews
El Indio Mexican Restaurant 34th St Fast Food • $
5011 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Mexican Drinks Jarritos
Shredded Beef Burrito
Veggie Quesadilla
Beans \u0026 Rice
Beef Tongue Tacos
Carne Asada Taco
Carnitas Platter
Al Pastor Tacos
Enchilada Combo
Chicken Taco

“they have the best food and service and their workers are very friendly and helpful“

4.3 Superb284 Reviews
ANF Gyros and Grill Cajun/Creole • $
826 W University Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Pick 1 and Any Sandwich
1 2 lb Chicken Strips
Fried Coconut Shrimp
5 Mozzarella Sticks
1 lb Chicken Strips
16 lrg Shrimp Combo
8 lrg Shrimp Combo
Phillysteak Combo
Crab Leg Clusters
20 Wings & a Side

“food was good...........“

4.3 Superb139 Reviews
Burrito Famous - Gainesville Tex-Mex • $
3412 W University Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Create Your Own Monster Burrito
Cali Surfer Burrito
Chicken Diablo Bowl
San Diego Burrito
Baja Fish Burrito
Chicken Diablo
Veggie Burrito
San Diego Bowl
Steak Burrito
Chicken Bowl

“This is the BEST place for a burrito! The staff is friendly and the scenery is awesome! My second visit and I had the Mexicano again! Will return, especially across town!(Worth the drive!) Great sweet tea also!❤️🌯“

4.1 Good275 Reviews
Moe's Southwest Grill Mexican • $
3443 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

The Homewrecker Burrito
White Meat Chicken
Moe's Famous Queso
Moe Protein Bowl
Burrito Grande
Adobo Chicken
Chicken Bowl
Burrito Bowl
Cheese Dip
Salsas

“Great Food was recommended by my manager at work“

3.4 Good198 Reviews
Tijuana Flats Tacos • $
3205 Clark Butler Blvd Unit #70, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Black Bean Salad with Chips and Drink
Street Corn Black Bean Burrito
Two Chicken Tacos and Chips
Bangin' Chicken Quesadilla
Cookie Dough Flautas
Classic Chimichanga
Chips and Salsa
Chips & Queso
Burrito Bowl
Super Fresh

“First visit was pretty good. The servers could use a lit more work in how they deliver and speak to their customers, but over all, good food at a good price.“

3.9 Good243 Reviews
Moe's Southwest Grill Mexican • $
7770 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Ground Beef Burrito Bowl with Chips
Moe Meat Moe Cheese Burrito
Homewrecker Burrito Junior
Chicken Steak Black Beans
Moe Meat Moe Cheese Bowl
Chicken Club Quesadilla
Nachos and Queso Dip
Moe's Famous Queso
Moe Protein Bowl
Moo Moo Mr Cow

“My son and I went to this Moe's location for dinner. It's kind of a smaller, dark location. Staff were not overly friendly, but food was decent. The protein portions in the burritos seems to get smaller and smaller at Moe's and they've done away with serving roast pork, so I'm not sure if this will be my last trip to Moe's or not, but I was pretty disappointed overall. Other drawbacks to this location are the wet floor by the ice and drink dispenser. Ice flow is way too fast and dumps ice on the floor with just about every push of the lever. Instead of adjusting this setting to reduce the output rate, they just leave it on the floor with a wet floor cone for you to negotiate the mess. Two Homewrecker burritos came to $30, which is about a 20-30% increase in prices in the past couple of years.
Overall, if you're starving, this place will suffice, but it certainly could be run better.“

3 Average235 Reviews
Taco Bell Fast Food • $
7410 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce
Mtn Dew Baja Blast Freeze
Beefy 5-Layer Burrito
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Ground Beef Burrito
Doritos Locos Tacos
Chicken Quesadilla
Burrito Supreme
Cinnamon Twists
Mexican Pizza

“Today I just I got off work early I had to take a quick stop at this Taco Bell and I had just met a lovely cashier through the drive through her name was Olivia and she made my day I had been working and going through personal things and she made my day she deserves a raise!!! I told her had not good experience at this location at first but she made the experience different so definitely please good people deserves so much more especially when it come to fast food I customer service but yess definitely coming back when I feel for Taco Bell 😊⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

3 Average318 Reviews

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