40 Best Mexican Restaurants near Zellwood

“so good! decided to come here for the first time after moving near zellwood and noticed this mexican spot. Emma helped in the process of ordering and was extremely helpful and nice! We ended up getting flautas and tacos and they were so good!! we will definitely be back to try the other menu items!“

“The Staff is Super Friendly,from the Greeters to the Kitchen, Especially the Manager and Waiters, Waitresses, Food is really Tasty and well presented. Over all, I can not say anything against this Restaurant. 💯, We go there every week.“

“The food is so good here that I get take out at least once a week. The food is always fresh and presented beautifully. Upon entering I am always greeted by a super cheerful and happy staff that always makes me feel that I am with family. The Fogata team is great, a special thanks must go to Melissa, Lily and Javy, actually everyone there. The food, price, atmosphere and staff will guarantee that you will go there more than once if you go there. Thanks.“

“Awesome food! I highly recommend this place for its delicious dishes, friendly atmosphere, and quick service.“

“We went to the Fiests Grande restaurant today (2-1-25). Somebody told the manager that my husband was stealing a cup that was on another table. My husband saw the cup and was showing me how cool it was (we are seniors and if my husband liked a cup that he saw he would have asked our server if the restaurant sold them, we do not have to steal. Nor were we dressed poorly.) So, the manager came over to us, and demanded to look in my husband's bag. I felt so bad for my husband! The look on his face! He was mortified! She did not find a cup, because my husband did not take anything. She embarrassed my husband and me in front of everyone. I approched the manager and told her she was out of line and she told me she had to protect her customers...well, my husband and I were also her customers, she didn't protect us from public humiliation! She also told me " I am Mexican, I know how it feels. I don't know what she meant by that. We will never visit that restaurant again, and probably won't go to Mt. Dora again either! Needless to say, our beautiful day was ruined.“

“absolutamente recomendable, sabor exquisito, original mexicano. Musica De chente excelente. felicidades hacia falta un restaurante Como este. mucho exito y que el negocio cresca. soy su fan desde hoy.“

“Today was my first time and I was surprised how beautifully done the decor is. Enjoyed lunch, George waited on us and he is outstanding. I had the quesadilla best tortilla I have had steak was tender. Fried ice cream I would do again and recommend for sure. will be back next Wed for dinner with friends“

“The food is delicious, the restaurant is spotless and the staff are always so pleasant! Gracias! 😊“

“I love how the restaurant is decorated. The service and the food is always great. This is one of our favorite restaurants“

“New to the area and decided to look for something we haven't tried yet. Walking up, the place looked closed, but thankfully it wasn't!
​We intentionally came during a slower time, so the place was almost empty. Typically, that’s when you risk getting slower service or lesser quality food, but we were completely surprised by how great everything was. Paola was our server and she was fantastic—speedy, attentive, and highly recommended. Make sure to ask for her and let her know I sent you!
​We started with the dip trio, which is always a great way to sample multiple flavors. I haven't said this in a long time, but the table salsa was absolutely fantastic, closely followed by the bean dip. The queso and guacamole were both really good as well.
​My wife ordered the Pollo Cancun, and let me tell you, I instantly regretted not getting it myself. It was honestly the best chicken and shrimp dish I have ever tasted!
​I got the Chile Relleno, which was perfectly prepared and very good. My only slight critique was the red sauce; my wife loved it, but I just thought it was okay—not my favorite, but not bad by any means. Even the rice and beans were excellent. We typically just pick at them, but here we actually enjoyed them both.
​We finished up with the fried ice cream for dessert, which was great. We will absolutely be back to enjoy that again and to explore the rest of the menu!“

“It takes really outstanding products or service for me to give anything a perfect score, but this place certainly earned it. We've been pretty disappointed with the choice of Mexican restaurants around here lately. We go passed the food truck frequently so when our neighbors raved about the food we decided to give it a try. I wasn't familiar with some of the menu items so after a little searching, we decided to order the birria quesadilla, the chicken mulita & the steak & shrimp mulita. All of the food was really good but my husband loved the quesadilla & I think the chicken mulita is going to be my go to when I'm craving Mexican food. From now on Quesa Loco will be the place I think of when we want Mexican food.“

“Came in from Kentucky. Unfamiliar w/restaurant, so ordered an El Grand beef steak burrito with queso. That thing was not only great, it was two-meals big! Chips and salsa among the best appetizers ever! This is a terrific Mexican eatery, with awesome Mexican ambiance! Highly recommended!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an amazing experience at La Perla Tapatia Mexican Restaurant! The food was absolutely delicious — fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Every bite was spot on, from the perfectly seasoned dishes to the generous portions. A huge shout-out to Tony, our server, who truly made the night even better. He was friendly, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect without ever being overbearing. You can tell he genuinely cares about great service. Between the outstanding food and Tony’s excellent service, this place is a must-visit. We’ll definitely be back — and asking for Tony again!“

“They never disappoint!! Steak and shrimp never gets old!!“

“The food here is so good! They also have a bakery where they make Tres leche cakes and other yummy desserts. We have eaten here several times and have not Been disappointed yet. The cake we got for our son‘s 16th birthday was so delicious.“

“Good food, fun ambience…most of all, JAM (Jami) 😊 was our server and she was wonderful. She was kind, friendly and most professional. The beef and chicken flautas were slightly dry yet the salsa made a difference. We enjoyed the variety of salsas too. Gracias !!“

“I don’t hand out 5-star reviews easily when it comes to Mexican food because growing up around San Diego spoiled me with some of the best tacos in the world… but WOW. 🌮🔥

Tacos Don Pepes is officially one of the best hidden gems in Central Florida.

Yesterday I stopped in for the carne asada tacos and they instantly took me back to California. The meat was perfectly seasoned, juicy, flavorful, and cooked exactly the way authentic carne asada should be. The tortillas, salsa, and freshness of everything were absolutely incredible.

Then this morning I came BACK because I couldn’t stop thinking about the food and tried the chilaquiles… and OMG. Some of the best chilaquiles I’ve had in Florida. Authentic, comforting, homemade, and packed with flavor.

But what really made this place special was the people. The staff and family here are unbelievably friendly, welcoming, and genuine. You can feel the pride and love they put into every plate. They treated me like family from the moment I walked in, and that kind of personalized hospitality is rare these days.

Being from Jalisco, Mexico, you can truly taste the authenticity in their food. This isn’t watered-down Tex-Mex — this is real Mexican cooking made with heart.

If you’re searching for the best tacos in Orlando or the best tacos in Apopka, stop what you’re doing and make the drive to this place. It’s 100% worth it.

Hidden gem status: CONFIRMED. 🌮🇲🇽🔥
— @Jojo_The_FlyingFoodie“

“the food is great. comment on "hair" in food/burrito - ok, but how does that translate into "service: 1" ?? how do you score a 1 all the way across because supposedly there's a hair in your food ? i've never had that issue“

“I just came across this place on Saturday and I've already been back!!! the ice cream!!!!! and the drinks and the food and the chips and it just my new favorite place I'm looking forward to going back !!! and we had sweet little sever she was just very pleasant and knowledgeable about all the food“

“If I had the time to write a 5 page essay about how good the taco with fried pork belly was, I would. Lina is COOKING at this place for real. One of the best tacos I've had in ages, had my ratatouille moment here on that first bite and got a glimpse of my childhood. Keep cooking!! 10/10“

“Great service and way cheaper then most places. Portions are way better served then most places. Always full for a reason, Definitely recommend!“

“Once you stop by, it may become your go-to for Mexican street-style tacos as well. And if you've ever been to Mexico, this place will almost instantly transport you back to that experience. Humble, authentic, consistent. In the last decade, I've never had a single bad bite at this family-run operation. One of these times, I'm actually going to think to take a picture of the food instead of diving in like I've never been fed before.“

“Outstanding authentic MX food.
My girls had the street tacos & I had the enchiladas with red sauce and barbacoa beef.
This is a hidden gem.
Bonus: attached to a Mexican grocery. For desert we went to the grocery and got Mexican icecream & candy.“

“Nos encantó el servicio, el ambiente y la comida 🫶🏼😍🤤“

“This place has the best authentic Mexican food . We had the enchiladas with the rice and beans. Also had the tongue tacos and the Cabeza tacos. So good. The food was amazing. Definitely a taste of Mexico. It's a small place. Only 6 tables but also doubles as a meat market. The staff was super friendly. Did not have a long wait for our food. Maybe twelve minutes or so, considering all the people that were coming in for take out. This will be my go to place for Mexican food. Definitely a hidden gem.“

“Had our first experience yesterday. The fruit drinks are super tasty! The tacos, empanadas and sopes were delicious! The pastor was our favorite! Definitely planning to return! It is an outdoor place with one table and five chairs so plan accordingly. But the food was delicious!“

“Todo exquisito! 100% recomendado.“

“Everything about Salsita's is magic. Their customer service is top notch, and just as importantly, their food is fantastic. I usually get the carne asada street tacos with a side of rice and beans, and my partner loves the carnitas quesadilla. Their red salsa is spot on with what I grew up with in Southern California. The elote in a cup is not to be missed and is made with fresh corn. Get it 'spicy' to have it prepared with mayonnaise and Tajin!“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Hands down one of the best taco food trucks around! The flavors were incredible—fresh ingredients, perfectly seasoned meat, and tacos made with real passion. You can tell they take pride in what they serve.

What truly sets them apart, though, is their generosity. While we were on duty as firefighters, they went out of their way to feed us for free, which meant more than they’ll ever know. That kind of support and appreciation for first responders speaks volumes about their character.

Amazing food, amazing people, and a business that truly gives back to the community. We’ll be supporting them every chance we get. Highly recommend! 🌮🔥“

“Wow wow wow. Delicious! Isabel & Oscar are so sweet! I LOVE “hole in the wall” food spots and if you’re in the mood for authentic delicious tacos, come here! You will not regret it. I came on a Friday night around 9pm and it was perfect. ? I ordered the birria tacos, tacos de lengua, and a birria torta.“

“Don’t be fooled by the outside! The staff are always nice. The food is bomb.com! Doesn’t take long to be prepared & I have a 40 min lunch break to still enjoy my meal. Also, they offer a sit-in area in the store. I always catch them cleaning so you don’t have to worry about cleanings. So worth it!!“

“They are always amazing 🤩!“

“A true hole in the wall restaurant inside a Mexican store. Food was absolutely delicious ?. Nothing fancy or extravagant, just good old fashion Mexican comfort food. I had street tacos and they were delicious. Highly recommend this hole in the wall. Like I said Nothing fancy just good food.“

“Food was delish , it smelled great , nice and clean. Manager took our order and also brought out chips with guacamole, cheese and salsa. Service was Great!!“

“great food and Atmosphere“

“Excelente servicio, y delicioso sazón 🍽️ 10/100000“

“Oh my...they make fresh tortillas. I didn't care to buy any..then when we were on the road and I sampled my friends..I totally regretted my choice. I ate 3 of her 12. Flan was amazing. The fresh fruit drinks were refreshing on a hot Florida day.“

“Great Tex-Mex food. Friendly servers.“

“Exelente“

“toda la variedad de platillos súper deliciosos incluso el café ,el lugar bien limpio y la atención especialmente de la dueña muy dulce al dirigirse a sus clientes“