Mexican Restaurants near Oakwood

“Buenos y económico“

“Don’t sleep on this place! Someone’s abeula is in here making fresh chips, salsa, and guacamole to order!!!! In the time you spent waiting at that other mexi-table in town you could have had a made to Order fresh meal here made with Love.“

“Even though they were short staffed and it was lunch time, my food came out and was great and perfectly made! The cashier was friendly even tho I could tell she was pressed about the customers being happy and having their orders out quickly. These employees dont get paid enough because people were being a little rude and clearly the employees can only do so much.“

“This place is awesome! The queso is addicting, the margs addicting… the food… fire! Diana was our server and she rocked it!“

“Anya was great!! She helped me with my order today and she was bright and happy, and provided excellent service!! A great asset as an employee!!“

“their food was delicious but the salsa was the star of the show.“

“Had a fabulous evening at Don Jose, April our server was great, friendly and attentive and made our night extra special ✈️ great local place, food was tasty and came out quick!“

“Amazing food! So much better than the corporate chain spots in the area that offer the same type of food.“

“S Stopped while traveling! Great margaritas, fantastic food, and service!!!!“

“I didn't want to write this review because I want to keep this place to myself...lol... but seriously, Los Cuates is my GO TO Mexican at least once a week in Oakwood/ Flowery Branch! Great food, great prices, and the BEST staff/owners! If you haven't been, try it!“

“Great customer service, delicious food & affordable prices! Oh my, the churros are soo good! We definitely felt so welcomed here. My family & I will definitely be regulars here!“

“Our server today, Henry, was very polite, pleasant and friendly. The food is always fresh and delicious. We always opt for the steak instead of chicken because it’s always delicious and tender!“

“Reminds me of the first El Som that oepned on Thompson Bridge Rd 40 years ago, but a step above. Excellent food and service!“

“Excellent services sandra , thanks for everything , the food was delicious love it .. thanks again 🙏🙏🙏“

“Excellent food and service. Will be back for sure. We were looking for a place to eat in the neighborhood and stopped in. What a gem of a restaurant. The food was excellent and the serve even better. Another note - we were offered the tres leches. The server told us it was the best tres leches she had ever had. Being of Cuban descent, I told that I have had a lot of tres leches in my life. She assured me I would approve? Approve? There isn't a tres leches in Miami that can beat this one. It was absolutely delicious.“

“A hidden gem 💎. They just specialize in birria meat. Very well seasoned Mexican food. I could eat this everyday. I tried the ramen 🍜 , the quesadilla, and tacos. Personally, I'd rank tacos#1 , ramen#2 than quesadilla. But everything was really good. Looking forward to trying out the Nachos next time. Service was good as well. The staff and owner very polite.“

“I’ve been to a lot of Mexican spots around all around Georgia, but this place stands out as having hands-down the best food at the most affordable prices. The flavors are authentic and spot-on every single time—whether it’s the tacos, burritos, or fajitas, everything tastes fresh and made with care. No skimping on portions either!
What really seals the deal is the quick service. I can pop in for lunch or dinner and be in and out fast without ever feeling rushed, which is perfect for busy days. The food consistency is impressive too—I’ve ordered the same dishes multiple times and they’re always delicious, never a letdown.
If you’re looking for great Mexican food that won’t break the bank and comes with friendly, speedy service, this is your spot. Highly recommend—it’s become my go-to!“

“Great food, better than 99 percent of restaurants in flowery branch.“

“Great omelette that I couldn't finish. Nicely crisp potatoes. Outstanding service.“

“Great service! Friendly and delicious food!“

“Best beef Barbacoa in NE Georgia!“

“My pastor recommended this spot. Mario was a super patient, very responsive, very accommodating server who was great with making sure we had an amazing visit and we did!

I had a party of 6 and he did great! He even know how to connect well our child dinning in.

The food was delicious and if food temperature and the atmosphere was perfect. Not too loud music yet the music creates a great vibe (made us want to dance which made us laugh and enjoy our time).

The team work was amazing to see in a restaurant. The team helped one another and we felt very well cared for. Lastly, the bathrooms were clean. I feel like a restaurant bathrooms always are a reflection of what their kitchen may be like. May not be true but the point is they care for the little details.

All of my guests enjoyed and had a very positive experience. Thank you at La Montana, I hope to see as you grow, we continue to have the same experience we had today!

The spot felt tucked away and I didn’t find it easy to spot because the signage is small and white colors blended in. (Feedback given for owners, in the event it is helpful in attracting more business)“

“Great authentic Mexican!!“

“Everything was very good my family stopped in on the way to talullah falls and we found this place food was very good and filling they got my family of 7 in and fed super fast. The owners and staff are very friendly and the food was at a good price.
THANK YOU !!!“

“First time stopping by, and was blown away by the food! By far the BEST barbacoa I’ve ever had! Not to mention the owner and all the stuff are so, so nice!“

“I love the food it’s delicious and the service is good too“

“Muy buena comida muy buena atención“

“Great Family owned restaurant and genuine Mexican cuisine! They truly take the time to make you feel like family!“

“Great California burrito! Thx 🙏🏻“

“Janet was very helpful when I ordered my food and answered all of my questions. The food was delicious, and Janet was an absolute pleasure to deal with. She provided excellent customer service and made my experience even better. I’ll definitely be back! People like Janet keep my coming back to this place!“

“Right off the gas station lot but doesn't taste like it. Birria taco made everything else on the tray feel like a warm-up act. Crispy shell, meat soaked in flavor, cheese melting out the edges. That broth--full of body, not just greasy or salty like a lot of places try to get away with. Steak taco was tender, didn't need anything extra. Chicken didn't wow me, but it held its own.

Torta came out like a full commitment. Soft bread, still toasty, avocado stacked thick, jalapeños didn't hold back. Fries not special but hot and seasoned. Quesadilla looked basic but was packed--more meat than expected, cheese actually stretchy. Wings felt like a curveball. Didn't need 'em, but lemon pepper slapped.

Nothing felt overdone or gimmicky. Just straight good food. Quick service, no attitude. Not trying to impress, just feeding you right. I'd go back tomorrow.“

“A quick snack that turned into an actual meal. We had 4 gorditas (potato and ground beef, chorizo, pork, and chicken). It was a bit messy bc of miscommunication with the lettuce and everything being on the side instead of inside. But it still tasted good. Definitely will recommend if you're in the Gainesville area...“

“we are in from out of town. food is ridiculously great! my family loved it as well so did I. great service. highly recommend“

“If you are looking for exceptional Mexican food, you can’t miss El Centinela. They provide exceptional value with delicious food. Many of their servers have been there for years and are so friendly and kind. I cannot recommend them enough!“

“Highly recommend Lupita’s food truck if you are looking for some AUTHENTIC Mexican Food. 🇲🇽 It’s 5 minutes off Interstate 75. The food is AUTHENTIC and delicious. They have a few picnic tables to enjoy your food. We tried the birria tacos, torta, sopes, and taquitos and some chiles Torreados 🤌🏼 . They also have aguas frescas. 🍹“

“5 stars food was awesome! Some of the best most authentic Mexican food. Don’t let the ambience fool you their food was amazing. I would 100% go back. Al pastor tacos were very good! Can’t wait to try other stuff. Also the price you can’t beat it.“

“Our first visit 7-15-2025 it was great I had taco salad it was the best I’ve ever had My grandson had wings loved it and also had fried rice everything was delicious and fresh We we’re lucky got the only table open it was packed try it out you will love it“

“Quaint authentic Mexican restaurant. Having lived 6 years in Mexico, I know authentic! I ordered the Torta Regia. LOADED with refried beans, pineapple, country fried thin steak, lettuce, tomato, avacado, jalapeño, and panela cheese. SO GOOD!Very friendly staff. Google says they're open until 9pm. We showed up just before 8. We realized they were closing after we ordered, but they were super friendly and not annoyed at us. All the staff wore masks, and wore them PROPERLY. Very happy about that. We don't live in Gainesville, but we will come back!!“

“Our favorite Mexican restaurant! The manager ,William Fernandez works hard to keep the customers happy by stopping by tables, sees that everything is outstanding from the food to the service. Stop in and you will be very pleased.“

“Although I really WANT to like it, as Mexican is my favorite type of food and they have a great selection of items with fresh ingredients, I’m usually disappointed by the execution. I hate to be that guy but it’s always overcooked, too greasy, or not seasoned enough and the beans in particular taste like water and definitely come from a can. Everybody inside is very nice so I’m not leaving a low star review but the food definitely needs some improvement. Especially when you’re paying $15 or more per person. It’s disappointing because the menu has such a great selection of food that you don’t see too often around here. Hope yall improve and make it how you would make it if you were eating it instead of it kinda just being thrown together. Side note: the salsas are amazing and don’t need to be changed. lol“

“We love El Som. House special w onions & peppers.🤌🤌🤌“

“Tried the birria for the first time and it tasted very authentic and full of flavor! It taste exactly how they make them in Guadalajara Mexico. It’s like slow cooked pot roast but more flavorful! I would definitely recommend you try it as a taco or quesadilla.“

“Stopped by hoping to find our new favorite place sense our favorite Mexican restaurant closed. This plase didnt disappoint. The staff is super friendly, very quick service and the food was amazing. I cant wait to come back again and try something else on the menu.“

“Best tacos I love it!!!! 😍😍😍“

“I love the food here. Only reason I am giving 4 stars is because of customer service and the chairs. Each time I’ve been I don’t feel welcomed. Employees will literally look at you and not say anything while you wait for them to come and take your order. At least say hello and I’ll be with you in a minute. Also, the tables and chairs are uncomfortable. Other than that I love the food and come here very often. Especially late evening on the weekends.“

“rico el filete de pescado a la plancha.“

“I had the Parrilla Ranchera. Absolutely outstanding. When you look into the kitchen and see who’s banging out this magic, it’s no surprise. A madre who I wouldn’t cross if my life depended on it. Highly recommended.“

“El mejor lugar bien animado para bailar“

“Our company was catered by Tacos Veloz for our Christmas party, and everything was excellent. We ordered through Aldo, who made sure everything was packed accurately and ready on time. We got the barbacoa, carne asada, carnitas, and horchata to-go — all of it was absolutely delicious. We even drove all the way from Dahlonega to pick it up in Gainesville, and it was well worth the trip. We will definitely be ordering from them again!“

“1st time eating there today, great food, meals were reasonable priced and service was excellent. We will be back. This is our new go to Mexican restaurant“