49 Best Mexican Restaurants near Pearl City

“Thursday enchiladas are the best. All food is great“

“..wanted a SNACK before dinner time so went thru the drive-thru and ordered the Cheddar Cheese Chulupa Combo...the meal has now become DINNER!!!?..wait time was a little longer than expected in the drive-thru but then it was " Happy Hour"...oh well!!!??..will definitely be back again...??“

“best Mexican food on island, friendly service, HUGE portions - well worth it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“The food is fantastic and the staff is so friendly. Outstanding, authentic Mexican ceviche and service. The tuna tostada and Cabo taco were delicious as well. Anyone looking for great Mexican seafood, this is the place to go in the island.“

“Best burritos on the planet!“

“best Mexican food on island, friendly service, HUGE portions - well worth it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“This is my go-to spot after I get my hair cut at nearby Major League barber shop. The food, service, and atmosphere are all top-notch. I've had the pollo asada and the chorizo & egg tacos, both with rice and beans. 🤤 This is a Veteran/family owned business that takes their food creations and customer relations seriously. It is also SoCal Mex based flavor-wise and takes me back to the neighborhood taco shops in L.A. and San Diego. I look forward to eventually trying everything on the menu.“

“Stopped for an early lunch on a Thursday. Very fortunate that there was parking, because after we pulled in the two other spots filled up instantly. Not to knock the service at this location, but I believe future orders will be take-out. Besides, when you eat at home you can just let the food coma knock you out, as opposed to fighting it on the drive home from the restaurant.

We started with the guacamole and chips. It seemed a little unusual that it was served in a take out bowl, but upon reflection this makes perfect sense. We didn't finish it, and it easily packed up to go with us. Also, it was a nice chunky style that we liked very much.

I ordered the 3 carne asada (steak) street tacos. Awesome.

My wife ordered the carnitas (pork) Barrio burrito. Going to order this the next time.

My mother-in-law and grandmother both had shrimp Barrio burritos. They didn't share.

Everyone raved about the food. Service was top notch, with the waitress stopping by often to check our water, quality of food. When we finished up we also ordered some things to go.

Now, about the big mural on the wall (seen in other reviews):

India Maria ????? Selena
Cantiflas Maria Felix ?????

The waitress told me the name of the person on the far right side, but I must have written it down incorrectly. Not a big problem, we'll most likely be back soon.“

“The best tacos that I have been able to find in Oahu. The only downside is it is hard to park there. But definitely worth it. This is a hidden treasure. Had the carne asada tacos and habenero salsa, so very good. Absolute must go if looking for a good and reasonably priced place to get tacos.“

“If you're needing a tamale fix Tios has your back!! Be sure to get some.green chili.“

“The vegetarian tacos were so good, and the staff were lovely. Would definitely recommend this place if you‘re in the area!“

“I had to give a shoutout to this food truck because that wet burrito absolutely slapped. I actually been here more than a hand full of times now. I love trying new dishes here. The tacos amazing as well! The food is packed with super flavorful, tender meat and fresh veggies, and topped off with the sauce that brought it all together. Every bite was legit fire.

The orange truck is hard to miss, and once you try the food, you’ll be glad you didn’t. You can tell they put real love into what they’re making. Friendly people, good vibes, and food that hits the spot—definitely a go-to. Don’t sleep on it. A great place with a good story! Talk to Gordo himself and Gabe 🤙🏽

My photo skills do not do justice go tryyyy“

“Please Note: This review was written in 2022 and posted at Fridas Hawaii in Ewa by mistake. My apologies.

It's a small little Mexican restaurant in Waipahu. Staff is very friendly. Food tastes really delicious. This is my third time coming to this restaurant.
Their shrimp enchiladas were very tasty. It came with rice and beans. Portion size was a little small for what you pay for.
My wife ordered the tostadas with hamburger, and it wasn't to my liking. Their hamburger mixture has peas in it in which I felt didn't match.
The Birria tacos is amazing! This was the first time I've ever tried this. These tacos are very cilantro forward. If you're like me, where cilantro tastes like soap, I can tell you that these are delicious and don't taste like soap. The portion was small, in my opinion. I just wanted more!
Esquites, which is their street corn, is very tasty, very creamy.
The street tacos are very tiny. You can gobble them up in 1-2 bites.
Fried ice cream is okay. Portion size is good for 2-3 to share.
The banana loca is just amazing! I highly recommend this. It was just warm and flavorful, with a scoop of ice cream on top. It was perfect for my wife and I to share.
Overall, I will be coming back here for more. On all visits, we spend an average of +$70 for two of us. Food is really tasty. Just portion size could be better.“

“Best Mexican in Honolulu hands down“

“Food was great ! Had the chimichanga Carne Asada with beans customer service was great , cashier offered food recommendation that’s why I went with the chimi. Enjoyed the service and respected that the cashier was bilingual so my family was able to communicate better with her.“

“Food was Very Good. Price was Reasonable. Muchas Gracias from Us.“

“Was looking for a place to get tacos in Waipahu. This came up and the food was FRESH, tasty and beautifully plated! This will be a regular spot“

“Good authentic Mexican food, good service! Local style friendly!!!“

“Some of the best tacos I've ever had! Stopped at the taco truck in Pearl City in Hawaii and thoroughly enjoyed it. The hellfire tacos ain't no joke! Spicy and delicious.“

“Some of the best tacos I've ever had! Stopped at the taco truck in Pearl City in Hawaii and thoroughly enjoyed it. The hellfire tacos ain't no joke! Spicy and delicious.“

“The Steak Burritos are the best. I crave them. I just wished I worked nearby. If I worked near Fort Street Mall I would go here everyday. One day I'll stop by after work and get me some food.“

“I have yet to have a bad time at Margaritas! This is my Friday night hangout wether I’m with my friends or with my hubby we always enjoy the food, drinks, atmosphere and the staff.“

“They have the best tacos since I’ve moved from California and believe me when I say California has had the most delicious food. Their birria torta was so flavorful. I didn’t get a chance to try their specials but I will be back for more!“

“I LOVE this restaurant! The food always hits, I always get the chicken taquito plate but Ive tried others like the steak burrito or steak quesadilla and they are soo good. Also, the workers are always so nice and welcoming!! Please try them out, trust me :))“

“Had the Adobada MexiBowl and it was so delicious! Everything is seasoned well - the Red rice and the beans are nicely spiced, the pork had great flavor and Char, and everything just complimented each other so nicely! And I was able to get it without cilantro (yay!). I will be back! This food truck is YUMMY!“

“Try it...you'll love it!!! It's not big restaurant, but that's what I loved about it and it gave authentic from the front door! Best Mexican food I've had since I got here. On the back of the menu, it says BYOB and my husband said I'll be back...lol! He went right to the drug store and got a 6 pk. We will definitely back!“

“Mom got taco shell chicken salad and I got Chicken Quesadilla. Very tasty, super fresh ingredients. Staff was very friendly and helpful when talking to my 80+ y/o mom. Absolutely recommend.“

“I was craving some tacos and this place did not disappoint. The amount of meat loaded in each taco was insane and the quality of meat was amazing as well. The salsa had wonderful flavor and a nice kick to it. We ordered a couple of each type of meat (asada, chicken, al pastor). I wish I had a refreshing agua de horchata to go with it. Nonetheless, the tacos were still delicious and I recommend this place.“

“Had a wonderful time seeing a long time friends, great food, good deal. Will come again when I come back to the island.“

“We ❤️ Shinaloa Hawaiian Tortillas ❣️ from Japan.“

“Food is Onolicious 😋good portions 🤙😋“

“Awesome food, environment and great customer service.“

“My new favorite restaurant! I'm so happy to finally find fantastic Mexican food!!! I will definitely be eating here often!!! The chips and salsa are delicious!!! Chimichanga was perfect! Great staff too!!! #fatgirlhappy :)“

“Highly recommend El Marciachi Aiea! Wonderful meals, complementary chips and salsa. Complete meals with sour cream and guacamole all with friendly hostess and delivery gal. Super friendly! We will be back with photos next time. Mahalo! Party of two $25.83. BYOB“

“So happy that you're open...awesome food..husband tried it for the 1st time today...he said hands down the best... Love the tacos♥️👍 We'll be back 😎“

“Best tasting Mexican food I’ve been able to find in Honolulu since I moved here from SoCal!!!“

“Moe's Southwest Grill at the food court main PX Schofield Barracks was Awesome. The Steak Stack and Steak Quesadillas were Outstanding. The cooking area was well cleaned and kept organized by the staff and they were very Aloha friendly. The prices were comparative to the local economy. Extra Guacamole is a small additional cost. I Very much recommend this establishment for a quick, delicious meal. Mahalo aaand ALOHA!!!“

“Fresh ingredients, organic chicken, grass fed beef, local produce. Made fresh daily, no canned ingredients. So ONO good.“

“Authentic Mexican Food. Absolutely delicious“

“Highly recommended food truck.
No fancy gimmicks it’s all about the food.
One of the best tacos in town, authentic flavors. Home made Salas, sauces and a lot of variety of sources as well. Amazing flavors.
One man show making the tacos.
I would recommend some small barrels or stand up tables to accommodate more customers.“

“The place is shared as a coffee shop in the morning, and by 11am it's a taqueria. I was confused at first as I wasn't sure if this was the right place. There's free parking in the back but limited spots. The birria taco shell is more on the crunchy side. So if you like crunchy or crisp, this type of texture is the place for you. The crunchy shell was still able to absorb the consomme. The beef was tender, and the cheese was melted at the bottom. Nonetheless, it was very tasty.“

“Good food and polite service!“

“I went to El Ranchero for dinner right before their Friday event. The ambience was nice, the restaurant has a vibe. A lot of people at the bar enjoying their pre party prep 🙃 I ordered beer and their birria tacos! 🌮 It was delicious! They serve chips and salsa as well. I didn’t stay for the party but I have heard good things about their events, so I do recommend! For chips&salsa, a glass of beer and the tacos my bill was $29. Not bad at all!“

“I’m from the IE, and while staying here in hawaii I was missing mexican food that tasted like it was from back home. I tried this place and it instantly hit the spot. It tasted exactly like the street tacos back home. In my opinion they genuinely have the best mexican food in all of hawaii. The service was a bit slow, but given the fact they’re a food truck with only a few employees, it’s totally worth it.“

“For a taco bell - they did almost exactly average. Indoor seating closed by the time we got there, but unlike many fast food joints, it was their actual advertised hours.

Also, I couldn't understand the person on the other end of the fast food intercom cause she kept wearing a mask.“

“This is a regular go to place for my husband, he likes his soft taco's and bean burritos with no onions. He's not really a fan of the drink options, but it's all good!

Parking: Limited space for parking but there's a store near by and it's okay to park there.“

“Grateful for Ryan best drive through cashier there was definitely lots of employees here working hard with a great attitude Ryan was working drive-thru and definitely giving 100% Taco Bell always tastes the same but the employees make the difference Mahalo I am never leaving Paradise so many loving people on the island“

“Their food is absolutely ono! Excellent service; extremely friendly. All of their selections are quality & reasonably priced!😎🤙“