31 Best Mexican Restaurants in Evansville

“Literally the best Mexican restaurant I’ve ever visited. Everything I have tried has been so good. I travel over two hours just for the food!“

“First time I ate there and ordered the traditional chicken chimichanga. It was delicious and very filling. I will definitely be going back.“

“Chavas Mexican Grill is one of the best places you can go if you want flavorful, authentic Mexican food. From the moment you walk in, you can smell fresh ingredients and warm spices that make you instantly hungry. The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, making it a great spot for friends and families. Everything feels fresh, colorful, and full of energy.

One of the best things about Chavas is the quality of the food. The meats are seasoned perfectly and cooked just right, whether you order steak, chicken, carnitas, or barbacoa. Their tacos, burritos, and enchiladas are packed with flavor in every bite. The rice is fluffy, the beans are rich and creamy, and the salsas add the perfect kick of spice. You can tell they care about making each dish taste authentic and homemade.

Another reason Chavas stands out is the variety on the menu. There is something for everyone, whether you like mild flavors or extra heat. They offer classic favorites along with specialty dishes that make the restaurant unique. The portions are generous, so you definitely get your money’s worth. Plus, the drinks and sides pair perfectly with the main dishes.

Overall, Chavas Mexican Grill is a place that delivers both quality and experience. The delicious food, friendly environment, and great service make it a restaurant people want to return to again and again. If you are looking for a place that serves satisfying, flavorful Mexican cuisine, Chavas is an excellent choice. It’s not just a meal — it’s an experience that leaves you full and happy.“

“Our lunch today at Sunrise was amazing !!! I was lucky enough to get the last piece of Mira’s own Shepherds Pie & it was delicious & such a generous piece ; I was able to take home enough for a repeat . Hubby was in-gastronomic heaven with his sausages, scramble eggs & REAL HOME-FRIES , grilled to perfection with onions & followed by raisin toast . It is ALWAYS a treat here at Sunrise Cafe & the service , staff & Mira’s home baked tarts , apple fritters & pies make this a MUST EXPERIENCE. PS: Their Fresh homemade soup is to die for .“

“Great food, kid friendly, pretty decor, large portions and amazing staff!“

“Great atmosphere. Food was wonderful, fast service. Great place to take family.“

“What a great place to eat very friendly very clean good food and lots of food. What a great experience. I will come here from now on.“

“Delicious food. Friendly and Clean atmosphere. The staff is very attentive.“

“Love their birria tacos, always on point! Amazing folks with great food 🌮“

“One of the best restaurants in Evansville, period.“

“great service and food!! AMAZING SPECIALS TOO:)))“

“Great atmosphere. Food was wonderful, fast service. Great place to take family.“

“Great food and the staff is awesome!!!“

“My favorite place to get Mexican cuisine in Evansville!!! The staff are so fantastic and always greet us in such a friendly manner!! They treat us like old friends. Love their lunch special deal, chicken fajitas are amazing. 🌮💚“

“Overall, it's pretty good, but there are a few issues: 1) It calls itself Evansville's first taqueria, but that's a flat lie. El Paisano's was here for years (200 block of N. Green River Rd - now 300 block with the dedicated restaurant building). 2) The "Chicago Dog" isn't even close to being a "Chicago Dog" - by miles. I have a pet peeve about restaurants naming foods that aren't actually the foods they're serving and this is one of the most egregious I've seen. It may be a good dog, but it is flatly NOT a Chicago Dog. 3) The "dressed" burger is anemic, at best. The burger itself is not bad, but the stuff on it is . . . weak. I've seen better dressed burgers at McDonalds. 4) The staff *barely* understands English. I wouldn't care if they spoke only Spanish - it's not an America uber Alles thing. But if they're going to do business with Americans they should be at least minimally fluent (or maybe have a point-and-grunt board for common things). They're friendly enough, but L-rd, they're not capable of much at all in English. It's like day one in an ESL class in there (I know - I've taught them before). The chili nachos are amazing. I've tried the "Mexican Fries" which were a hot mess of slop but edible and different. I've had a very large quesadilla there that was good. I tried their "Mexican Hot Dog" (apparently "Mexican" means "smothered in mayonnaise" - both the fries and the hot dog were and that was about the only thing they had in common). I'm working my way through the menu, slowly, and the negatives definitely outweigh positives, but the place is far from perfect. Not being able to correctly spell "chili" was a little odd. At some point you'd think they'd just run their menu through Google Translate or something to spell check it.“

“Great food, outstanding service!!!“

“Great atmosphere. Food was wonderful, fast service. Great place to take family.“

“I went here a few weeks ago and I was wanting a taco salad without the lettuces but I wanted peppers and the veggies like with the Fajitos. The manager there was so nice in helping me get what I wanted and she wasn't rude about me being so picky on my order.“

“Love grabbing lunch here. Manager Heather is awesome and service is friendly and fast!“

“I love this location. Service is great and they greet with a smile and offer large portions. Food is always top quality. I eat here often and once or twice a few items have not been ready at opening and they are so apologetic and kind about it - really, kind people working hard to provide quality food and service.“

“We have been Hacienda customers for many years! There’s not much better than a strawberry margarita, chips and ranch dip. A special thanks to Jay (Green River Road)…the best server in town!“

“I'm here shortly after lunch rush and the restaurant is super clean. The two ladies behind the counter are super friendly and very interactive. The food is amazing and the atmosphere is very pleasant and inviting. This was my first visit and I'll be coming back!“

“Despite it's focus on faster food compared to a sit down restaurant, they have the best quesadillas I've ever had in my life. No other place compares so far. The ability to custom make things also makes the food so unique and good. Absolute recommend a stop by!“

“Some of the best food and people you will ever come across.“

“I've been a patron of Hacienda on First Avenue in Evansville IN for43 years! This restaurant is as close to authentic Mexican cuisine in Evansville, in my opinion.
The only reason for the 4-star rating for the atmosphere is that I prefer smaller or cozy dining areas. Being older in age, dining with families with children is difficult for my husband and I to have a conversation.
We usually start our meal with a fountain drink and chili con queso. The chips are thin and lightly salted. They are sturdy enough for the cheese dip, however. They offer two sizes of dip, a cup, or a bowl. This is nice based on what your entree will be.
We are creatures of habit with regard to our meal choices, but we always look at the wide variety of appetizers, salads, and entrées. Hacienda offers new menu items often, which our daughter enjoys trying. She has never been dissaentrée.
I highly recommend this restaurant on First Avenue as well as the east side location

Wheelchair accessibility: The spacing of the doors will accommodate standard wheelchairs. Neither location needs ramps.“

“We are visiting family in Evansville and decided to have breakfast at The Diner by Mel’s. We love to patronize restaurants that are not part of big national chains, and this restaurant is cute and friendly. I asked for the vegetarian omelette to be made with egg whites which they did, and it was very good. We both liked our meals, and we were impressed by the very friendly and welcoming staff. We will definitely be back during our visit, and if we lived in Evansville , it would be one of our regular places.“

“We went for lunch on a Sunday (kids eat free). Our kiddo was having a ROUGH time (not disrupting others, just being quietly difficult lol). He didn't want any of the choices we offered him and chose to not eat. So, my husband and I ordered our food and we went to pay and dine in. The employee very kindly shared that he knows how it can be with kids, he was very sympathetic. He also offered to honor the free kids meal if our kiddo decided what he wanted after we paid. Thankfully we landed on something after we were halfway thru our meal and the employee whipped it up and all was well. I just really appreciated the sympathy, kindness, and flexibility.“

“What a great location, the staff was super friendly, amazingly enough the store was super clean. And while making our food every time that she did not feel as though it was appropriate, she would go get a better quality of ingredient. So hands-down, best chipotle I’ve been to.“

“(Translated by Google) I visited the place and it was a very special excellent service the girls are very friendly and very rich food the very special menu we enjoyed very well very good service(Original)Yo visite el lugar y fue un servicio muy especial excelente las chicas son muy amables y muy rrica comida el menú muy especial disfrutamos muy bien muy buen servicio“

“Food was absolutely amazing, hot and delicious. I had no other complaints besides the atmosphere was a little bit negative. But that comes naturally in food service as I have worked in it for 5 years. So don't blame the employees, blame the environment. I will say that everyone was kind. The food was amazing. I highly recommend the salsa and queso. I also love that they give you free chips and salsa with every purchase. This place definitely does not break the bank, and I highly recommend it.

I will recommend that if you get the nachos always ask for the queso the side. Because if you don't ask for it on the side it will make your nachos soggy.“

“😊 Hot Head Burritos is my new favorite place to eat! Their food is great and fresh. The staff is so kind and friendly. I highly recommend giving them a try!“