38 Best Mexican Restaurants near Waimanalo

“Absolutely delicious! The tamales are the best I’ve ever tasted. The combo plates with El pastor, Asada, or birria are a must-try. Sandy takes quality seriously and meets every need. Highly recommend this food truck for authentic Mexican food!“

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

“Great atmosphere, very friendly staff“

“Our catered chicken and steak fajita meal was fabulous and very tasty. BEST Mexican food around! Thanks Raul and team!!! We will be back !!“

“Best burritos on the planet!“

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

“I absolutely loved the fresh food and the staff was awesome Friendly and made you feel welcome Will definitely return to this establishment“

“Good food, friendly customer service, fun ambience. Good place to go, whether you’re by yourself or part of a party. Everyone’s welcome! Not much else to say. It is a small restaurant with a small parking lot, so space fills up quickly, especially on weekends.“

“Highly recommended!!! If you’re craving authentic Mexican food, this is your spot. I stopped in on a Tuesday for their taco specials and was absolutely blown away. The tacos were legit, with tender meat, fresh onions and cilantro, and warm tortillas that hit the spot.

The chips and guacamole? Next level good. 🥑 Incredibly fresh, creamy, and flavorful. Easily some of the best I’ve had in Oahu.

What really made the visit great though was the kindness and speed of the service. Everyone there was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely seemed to care about your experience. You can feel the pride they take in their food and service.

Whether you’re a local or just visiting Kailua, make this place part of your regular taco rotation. You won’t regret it.

Se los recomiendo!! Los tacos están llenos de sabor, el guacamole es increíblemente fresco y el servicio fue rápido y muy amable. ¡Los martes tienen tacos a solo $3! Si estás en Kailua, no te lo puedes perder. Muchas gracias chicos!“

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

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

“Now called Javi’s. Food was great! The waitress was super nice and attentive. The food came out fast, hot, and fresh. I wish the queso dip wasn’t over $12, but the other dishes are reasonably priced. BYOB at the moment until they get their liquor license. There’s a market next door that might have alcoholic beverages. There’s parking lot is a little cramped, so massive trucks would be hard to park in there.“

“A Hidden Gem for Authentic Mexican Tacos!
This small spot may have limited seating, but it more than makes up for it with friendly service and incredibly flavorful tacos. Whether you’re into carnitas, al pastor, chicken, or the vegetarian rajas, every option is worth trying (seriously—try them all!). Taco Tuesday gets pretty busy, and for good reason. It’s a must-visit whether you’re dining in or grabbing food to go. They also serve soft drinks along with classic Mexican beverages like horchata and hibiscus water (Jamaica). Highly recommended!“

“excellent delicious beef chimichanga w/refried beans and rice and lunch special beef enchilada w/rice and beans. Will definitely be back!!!!“

“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“

“Best burrito in Hawaii! And great margaritas to go with it!“

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

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“This place is fabulous!!!! Best breakfast and the toast is to die for!!!! The birria tacos were to die for and the chicken ones were even better. Great staff and gorgeous view of the ocean. Highly 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.“

“Whole Foods Happy Hour Foods were excellent and delicious. We had the chicken wings, cauliflower bites, and Caesar salad. Seriously, better than the other brewery close by. I also had the Honolulu beer with the interesting name. We returned several times for other great foods in the restaurant. Highly recommend sitting in the outside patio.“

“We had Birria tacos which were phenomenal. Consume was a little on the salty side, but still delicious. My brother had some BBQ place that came with so much food for $30. The price of my meal was around $27, so expect to pay some money if you are coming. Totally worth it though. This is not just LA Pina Cantina, it is mixed with various food options under one roof. The Gelato place was good as well! Good Food, good service (from LA Pina Cantina) and atmosphere was relaxed“

“I’ve ordered from a lot of Mexican places trying to find that southern California really good Mexican food This was awesome and I was so happy just to feel a piece of home I don’t know about anyone else, but this is the best Mexican food I found in Oahu“

“This is a hidden gem on one of the busiest streets in downtown Honolulu. The staff was super helpful and friendly. The food was amazing. Took my college basketball team there after a game. It was a great experience. Try the Kalbi beef burrito. Sweet chili sauce added finishing touches to a great burrito.\nPrices were reasonable $15-$20 for burritos and they were big. Bowls, tacos, and quesadillas also on the menu.“

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

“This place is fabulous!!!! Best breakfast and the toast is to die for!!!! The birria tacos were to die for and the chicken ones were even better. Great staff and gorgeous view of the ocean. Highly recommend!!!“

“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.“

“I placed my order by phone for pick up. The place looked very inviting and festive. If I was to dine in it looked like it would have been nice.
I got the chicken enchilada plate with beans and rice. It came with a bag of chips and salsa.
I thought the enchiladas were good but was a little disappointed with the refried beans. I could be wrong but it almost had the same consistency of a canned refried beans. The rice was a little too dry and I had to add a little salt to the salsa.
But for being on the island, I think it was pretty good. I did feel like it was a little pricey for 2 enchiladas with a little rice and beans though. The service was fast and nice.
I would definitely recommend you try them out.“

“I really try not to give out five stars but this one is 4.5 stars reminds me of chipotle but not some big franchise cookie cutter food chain. The food is good they stay packed but they work with great efficiency there’s not a lot of room to sit so it’s perfect to grab and go. Will for sure go back.“

“I had my 34th bday here with a party of 8+ people, amazing service from taking our reservation to paying the bill. Smiles and friendly employees and in my humble opinion best Mexican food on the island. Also an authentic Mexican atmosphere and exquisite art throughout the restaurant. Muchas gracias“

“Good food and polite service!“