50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Lauderdale By The Sea

“The staff here is super friendly and the food was surprisingly outstanding. Probably the best tacos in the area imo. Definitely a must try and the bartenders are all super friendly. Highly recommended and a must try. Best part is the live music Tuesday, Friday and the weekend.“

“For a chain, this is a very good taco place? I’ll admit, the Macha tacos I had without any hot sauce tasted very dry. However, once hot sauce was added to the food, it was more than fantastic! Guacamole was fun to watch made, and delicious to eat! Would only complain about the dry tortilla — but nothing hot sauce can’t fix. Hot sauce was phenomenal! Also, if you want flan, they sadly don’t have it. Otherwise surprisingly great for a chain. The aesthetic of the restaurant was really nice as well; complimented with cobblestones and rustic tables, that fit my image of a Mexican delicacy. Staff was super nice, and though we waited 30 minutes for our food, the sales and food was 100% worth the wait. Recommend!“

“ALL ABOUT THE FOOD. I recommend this authentic Mexican Restaurant. Excellent, fresh everything. Definitely not your typical fare although they have enough to make you feel at home. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. The owners are lovely. A simple place, nothing fancy. Go for the quality of the food and the warmth of the owners. Definitely try the Spicy Margarita.“

“I came here with a group of friends and we had a little hard time finding it first but super glad we did because this place was super cool. The atmosphere was fun and the food I had was so good that my girlfriend stole it from me and ate half of it (I would be silly if I expected any less). Sebastian was our waiter for the evening and he was super cool. Definitely would come back“

“Amazing Latin/Mexican food! We started w the guac which is fresh made at the table. Then we had some entrees and a couple drinks. The jalapeño margarita and blackberry mojito were delicious. Every single entry was fantastic as we couldn’t decide which one was best. We had the: churasco, carne asada, pollo chuco and seafood tower. Would recommend them all. Our server Juan was fantastic and can’t say enough about how great he was.“

“Went back to try an old favorite from many years ago and was happy we did! Food was great and the Tuna dip was just like I remembered. Grey our server/bartender was awesome and made the best Margaritas too! Love how they opened up the bar area too so you can be outside or inside now enjoying the openess. We will be back!“

“Steven was the most amazing. His recommendations were perfect. I ordered the mahi grilled tacos and a pineapple coconut cocktail. Both were the best I’ve ever had and next time I’m in Ft. Lauderdale I will be back! Couldn’t be more pleased with the Steven’s hospitality, recommendations and the chefs in the kitchen! Great place , don’t miss out be sure to make this a place you try.“

“Our waiter really didn’t have much to say, we were barely greeted at the door, and the person who seated us never actually said a word. It was strange… but the food, oh my god, the food makes me be able to overlook all of that! It’s off the charts as far as flavor, and freshness. This is some of the best Mexican we have had. I can’t have gluten so I ordered theCeviche, and my husband got short rib birria.“

“I found spot randomly driving around and it seemed like a cool place so I came in by myself. An extremely polite gentleman invited me to the bar and took my order. The service was fast and professional. I ordered 3 street tacos and I got beef, pork and chicken. I was blown away at how delicious this food was. Easily the best tacos I've ever had. I also really enjoyed the Quvo Named craft beer. I was surprised to learn that the gentleman and woman serving me were the owners! I'll definitely be returning.“

“This place is absolutely fantastic. The atmosphere is very nice. The decor inside and outside was bright and energetic. They had swing seats that were adorable and fun. I had the birria tacos as well as the chips and Pico de Gallo. The chips were made in house and tasted phenomenal; so crisp. The birria tacos were soooo good. They were packed full of flavor and paired well with the sauces. I highly recommend going here. The only downside is that they do not accept cash; it is card and online payments only.“

“Was looking forward to the Ceviche I had on our first night on vacation. I came back to have the Ceviche again a few days later since I loved it so much and the Ceviche was completely different. All shrimp…. Did not even taste like Ceviche. Was sooo disappointed. I wish they would have told us before we ordered or I would have gotten something else instead. Let your customers know if the menu changes. I walked through high winds and rain to come back to this restaurant before flying back home.“

“We were traveling from Minnesota and stopped in for dinner around 7pm. We are taco snobs and hold high standards and this didn't disappoint! We tried the shrimp, fish, barbacoa, and carnitas tacos with Elote dip and LOVED the tres leches dessert and hibiscus cheesecake. Would highly recommend Barbacoa and Carnitas! Our server Stephanie P was amazing and the music and atmosphere was perfect! We will be back before our flight takes off again!Kid-friendliness: There were families and kids. Very kid friendly“

“Great great food. I mean really good quality, you can tell they take pride in prepping everything and making sure it comes out amazing. The service unfortunately is very very slow. It takes a very long time for the food to come out. Seems like they only have one chef on line almost every time. Waited about 30 minutes for our food and it was only three of us and the place was nearly empty. Other than that, this place is worth it but make sure you have time on your hands.“

“Trendy Mexican restaurant with different menus for the bar or the table. Either menu you choose you won't go wrong. The tortas are very filling and tasty and the main dishes fresh and with the expected Mexican flavors. Very nice addition to our local cuisine! They also have live Mariachis at times!“

“Just recently dined here. Food was Delicious! Can not go wrong with some tacos or some pupusas!! Cooked to perfection. Fresh straight out the oven. Service was amazing. Appreciate Sandy’s hard work! Highly recommend to visit! Would come back again.“

“Always great food and easy going friendly service. The pupusas and other Salvadorian dishes are always delish, my favorite being the cheese and bean pupusa and the chicken taquitos.Vegetarian options: Vegetarian section has options of main dishes with cheese and veggies instead of the meat protein.“

“Picked up some absolutely amazing tacos from here. There were 3 before I inhaled one. As you can see they come fully stacked. As a vegan, it was really nice to have an option and they were super authentic. As a hot sauce lover, please please try their hot sauce. And as a taco lover, chefs kiss A plus all around. The guy who took my order was super friendly and hilarious and I met the owner/cook and she was his mom. Very authentic and family owned!!!!Vegetarian options: Veggie tacos!“

“Please open at 11am instead of 12pm. There are always people sitting at the tables waiting for it to open at 12. I’m a local and eat here weekly. The mahi tacos are the best I’ve had in Florida and the street corn is just so good. I definitely recommend adding the red pineapple habanero sauce to the tacos. My family loves this place. We choose this place over every other restaurant in the area. They never have frozen margaritas - they don’t offer it anymore even though it’s on the menu and that’s a disappointment. Please bring back the frozen margarita. And maybe think about hiring a couple more people it always looks a bit short staffed.“

“Delicioso! Very tasty and generous portions were served in an attractive manner. It was difficult picking out my fave because there are so many goodies to choose from. Service was prompt and thorough, and Torero's has a nice ambience within. My favorite local dining experience.“

“Whenever I go to a place for the first time, I pay attention to the customer service and I think this was what I loved most about the place, excellent service, we tried the esquites and the cholao, I feel that theskites lack a A little bit, I tried them for the first time in Mexico and I loved them, but this does not mean that they were not delicious, in general everything was delicious and with a very pleasant atmosphere, the only observation I have to make is that they should appear on the menu the prices, the places where I have attended the menu has the price list.“

“I come here often for the taco Tuesday special and I will simple say the tacos are great! The house margs are good but I do order a regular one. And Jazmin is the best server here (sorry everyone else)! Great price and atmosphere for everything ??“

“A true South Florida staple!!. Unreal flavor and quality. I will keep coming to bohemian Latin grill for as long as I live in Florida!Vegetarian options: Any substitutions can be accommodated forDietary restrictions: YesKid-friendliness: YesWheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“Authentic Mexican foodAsk for Caldo de Camarón on SundaysAmazing Sopes, Barbacoa and carnitas tacos.If you are into Mexican, Esmeralda it’s a must.Wheelchair accessibility: The place it’s accessible for the wheelchair and the tables are low.“

“We've been going to Prison Pals every so often during the past year & have always enjoyed the food & drinks. My personal favorite are the smoothie beers, which are so yummy & different from anything else I've ever had! We loved the food too, especially the empanadas so I was so disappointed to find out that they no longer make them. Hopefully they bring them back because they were amazing, especially with some cilantro aioli!“

“Today I had the experience of eating at this place and I really loved it!!!!!! The tacos, the margaritas are delicious, the manager Mike served us and was super attentive! Really, it was highly recommended, a good place for pie with your partner or family… the food, the drinks and the place 20 out of 10!!!“

“How delicious to eat in an authentic Mexican place, the delicious Tamarindo not so sweet, the authentic homemade rice and the beans, nothing to say, the super fresh toast and the sauces, nothing to say. Super recommended. Diana's service is mega extraordinary, attentive, she offers first-class service ?Parking: Very central“

“This place is my new favorite. The whole ambiance inside is absolutely stunning. The staff was super friendly especially the bartender & Shawna. The chips & guac and shrimp fajitas are absolutely delicious. The Barbacoa flatbread is incredible. Can’t wait to come back.“

“Replaces another Mexican local with better price points, generous portions, good presentation, better margaritas—a little stronger yet remaining balanced, and attended constantly with abundant staff, and provided unlimited complimentary chips and salsa. Objectively, the chips could be crispier/fresher/warmer. Overall, all in our party of seven were very satisfied. 4.25 out of 5 stars.“

“The food was good but I didn't like that the plate was hot, possibly they used a microwave to heat the food, my plate was a combo that among other things included a tostada and a hard taco but they put them on top of a sauce with melted cheese and that It made the toast watery and lost the crunch. The fajitas were tasty but the meat was ground and not strips of meat. The quality service.“

“HIDDEN GEM ! LISTEN ! (The lady told me they have 40% off either tacos or your whole bill on thursdays either way that’s a great deal… I wish I knew about this place sooner. I’m from Chicago and I’m half Mexican and grew up eating this stuff I’ve been to so many places down here in south Florida and this place has to be in my top 2 ! Best best best aqua de tamarindo, aqua de horchata ! BEST elote, tasted like when I was back home in Chicago and we’d go to the elote man. Elote doesn’t taste the same from everyone or every place if you know you know and that goes for the food and drinks as well. My husband got the seafood rice and the flavor was crazy ! Big portion too he can eat and he took some of it home. I got the birria plate and my gosh the whole plate was beyond my expectations, the beans tasted like how my mom used to make them that’s when I knew they were serious lol. We’ll be back like this week ! Lbvs I need to try other stuff on the menu. Because this place clearly isn’t in the business of disappointing OH and the ladies there and so nice and welcoming and food came out before we knew it all around a 1000 out of 1000 !“

“My friends and I just had a wonderful experience at this restaurant! Our waiter, Marlon, was extremely kind and gave great suggestions to us since we are from out of town. The quesadillas are fire and rlly hit the spot today. Will definitely be back!!“

“Delectable beyond belief. I am very glad I found this establishment because it hasn't been easy to locate a place that genuinely makes delicious tacos. I sampled the al pastor, lengua, and cabesa tacos. The tastes are amazing. I'm eager for the next opportunity to try something else. Definitely try the food here!“

“I have loved La Bamba for over 30 years. I recently left a review for the one in Delray Beach. This location is where I fell in love with La Bamba. This is my OG stomping grounds..lolI went with a friend and we had Sangria, which I forgot how much I love. Ordered my standard Chicken A La Plancha!I see that there are six location and I'm going to hit them all up.“

“OMG..Best tacos and Mexican food in the area. Sometimes they have live performances out front and the ambience is always nice. I however prefer my tacos from the inside. You can call in your order and then pick them up.UPDATE: 2023I still get my tacos from the Mexican Supermarket. They offer a delightful eating experience that's both flavorful and tasty. My personal favorites are the Taco Al Pastor and the Taco de Lengua (beef tongue), both of which never disappoint. The Al Pastor is a burst of savory and slightly spicy goodness, while the Lengua taco is a tender and unique treat for the adventurous palate.One thing to note is that you may have to exercise some patience while waiting for your food to be prepared. However, I can assure you that the wait is absolutely worth it. The freshness and authenticity of the ingredients is in every bite, making the extra time a small price to pay for such delicious fare.Moreover, the customer service at the Mexican Supermarket is commendable. The staff is friendly and accommodating, making your dining experience all the more enjoyable. They take pride in serving up these delectable dishes.If you're a fan of Mexican cuisine and appreciate bold, authentic flavors, the Mexican Supermarket is a must-visit. Don't miss the Al Pastor and Lengua tacos, and be prepared for a short wait that's well worth the mouthwatering rewards. Your taste buds will thank you for it!“

“I have been a customer since the restaurant opened, more than 20 years ago. Griselda's service has always been excellent.It's a good idea to make tortillas by hand.The birria should be served like the barbacoa.Thank you very much, you are still the best of the 3 counties.Atte. Lazaro Galindo“

“I'm in town for a week for training hosted by the city across the street from this location. The outside did not look appealing, but the inside was different. The dining area offers take-out or seating for 60 people (my guesstimate). Everything was clean, including the bathrooms. They have a small market with key items for purchase. Now my opinion on the food, it was Amazing! It is some of the most authentic Mexican I've had outside of Mexico. The quality and taste of everything I've had on three separate visits so far has been eye-rolling good (Keith Lee reference)! I stopped in for breakfast at 7 a.m. and it was packed with locals grabbing lunch and breakfast for the day. All of the staff have been very friendly and helpful. I will stop in a couple of more times before I leave the area this week.“

“My wife and I call it "Zona Fresca Friday" every week. Been going since it opened The food is fresh, big portions and they have a ceviche special. Great salsa bar. The staff is so friendly as well. Our "go to" for Mexican.“

“My wife & I had their vegetable fajitas, and they were great. As soon as we were seated, we were served chips and 3 kinds of salsa. I was particularly impressed with the hottest variety. We are from out of state and are jealous that locals have such a great mexican/Spanish restaurant.“

“We visited the Cielito Lindo Tres restaurant in Fort Lauderdale, which surprised us with its delicious Mexican food, with the perfect spicy seasoning. Very well decorated, typically Mexican atmosphere. Super service and cordiality from the restaurant staff. Beyond recommended.“

“The Sunday Brunch is a great choice with friends or family. Yesterday we came for an early dinner for a change and we absolutely loved the food, the pomegranate Margarita and our waiter was amazing. The Seafood Chipotle Extravaganza is the ultimate foodie experience. I dare you to order it….“

“First time at this place; the restaurant was clean, the food was outstanding, and the waiter (Brandon) was very attentive. Then again, there were only two or three other tables seated. Awkward ambiance for the first five+/- minutes because there was no music playing and the TVs were off. Finally, the music came on and the dining experience improved ten-fold. Meanwhile, the TVs were never turned on. Not a big deal, in fact... might even be cool to have a place with no TVs, where people are forced to interact with one another. But I digress, if you choose to have televisions in your establishment, keep them on; there's a lot you can do with them, not just have it on TV programming. Anyways, this place is absolutely fantastic and has the potential to be one of the area's best restaurants. I'll definitely be back!“

“i've ordered from door dash but the food was so good I had to leave them a review, i'm pregnant and i've been craving tacos i had the birria tacos and omg soo good !! i had to reorder today! also the guacamole is fresh and taste amazing !!“

“I'll start off by saying the food is absolutely DELICIOUS! We had the fajitas (steak & chicken combo) and ordered a grilled chicken with rice, beans, & plantains for our son. The seasoning on the food was on point & everything was cooked perfectly. The restaurant is nicely decorated and most importantly the entire staff is attentive, wonderful & provides the best customer service. Our family will definitely be back :)“

“This restaurant is not pretentious, very simple decor but food is great and the service is fantastic. We ordered taquitos all flavors, the meats were tasty, and tortillas were fresh. We also had pozole and was delishious. I recommend you to have a cholao to share.“

“I cannot express in words how wonderful and good this place is, the cordial and friendly attention of its staff is an extra point to the experience when visiting it, its food is very good, it has flavor, color and texture that are a boom in the Palate in particular, I liked the machaca burrito and my children liked the chicken quesadillas. In short, we will return, thank you zona fresco 17 th street!!!@????“

“Looks are Deceiving … this place is DELICIOUS . I went by the reviews because the store front was a little hidden and didn’t think it would be good. But From the moment I walked in , the server was so nice and friendly (Gaby) . She was very knowledgeable on the menu. The food was so so so good! I got 3 tacos and they were very tasty and authentic and the salsa was delicious! Totally my new spot for Mexican cuisine“

“Welcome to the neighborhood! The birria tacos were the best we’ve had. The chicken burrito was huge and chock full of flavorful stewed chicken. The frijoles charros was a nice touch tho the tortilla chips were the weak link. Great value! Cute space. Suggest dimming the inside lights for evening atmosphere.“

“Good authentic Mexican restaurant. Average prices. Nice atmosphere. Good food.The help and wait staff was not alert or aware though, since we had been waiting for 15 minutes before I finally got up and asked a random waitress if we could be served with menus and would also like to order shortly. They didn’t come to take our order for another 10 minutes. Also, they never checked after we got our meals, to see if we needed any refills or anything else, like most restaurants do.“

“Today January 06 - 2024 is the first time I have bought my kings' cake on this site and I can say, THE BEST in all of South Florida. It was fresh out of the oven. Fresh, soft, with excellent flavor, the place is very clean, I bought other passes that were on the counter and they were also fresh, delicious. The site was full and the employees were attentive to everyone. I recommend them“

“This is my favorite Mexican spot in South Florida. I make the 40m drive like once a month when I can, for the Carne Asada Bowl and Birria Tacos with the gravy ♡Unbelievably delicious~Will add photos if I can ever take good pictures of the food lool“