50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Southport

“First time coming here with my wife and a few friends of ours from church, pretty nice place to eat, the food was well portioned, our waitress was great did an outstanding job, gave us great service and the atmosphere was pretty good as well, not to loud, definitely would recommend coming here“

“I went on a date to Tlaolli a few months ago and had a great experience. Came back this week for lunch and tried the vegan birria tacos - wow! I couldn't believe the cheese was vegan. The crunch was exactly right and the sauce was so good. The consistency of the jackfruit was spot on and the whole meal was wonderful.“

“BEST TORTA PERIOD!!!! I'VE LIVED IN BOTH FISHERS AND GREENWOOD, THIS IS STILL THE ONLY TORTA I WILL EAT!!!! AND HAPPY TO MAKE THE DRIVE!!!! THE LADY IN THE FRONT IS SO SWEET ALL THE TIME, SHE KNOWS MY ORDER!!! HANDS DOWN, THEE BEST!!! 10 STARS!!!“

“Checked out this place for the first time! The interior was nice and clean. Service was fast and the food came out hot and delicious.We ordered three, tacos asada (a tad bit dry) and the chicken acapulco. The acapulco had plenty of cheese and was really satisfying. Also, the Mexican rice that came with it was actually tasty as well.We'll be back again to try the other items on the menu!PRO TIP: The first basket of chips and salsa are free. They will charge $1.50 for more. This wasn't a problem as the chips are really filling and we didn't even finish our initial chips!“

“My wife and I saw Guy Fieri review this "Tamale Place" location on Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives, and knew we had to try them out!! The first time was my wife's birthday, and I asked her to get in the car, we're going to lunch for your birthday!! We live in the Chicago area, so it was a 280 mile round trip, to Indianapolis, but it was definitely worth the drive!!! We've been back a few times since then!!! The food is excellent. It's the best tamales that we've ever had!!!“

“Fresh food, generous portions, friendly staff, great service, great pricesWasn't the best service this evening but still a great place with great staff and atmosphereWheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessibility at side entrance. Staff willing to move tables for accommodation if the tables have become an obstruction to prevent accessibility. More accessible for wheelchair than almost 90% of other restaurants that have tables less than 3ft space to walk between“

“First time in Indianapolis after experiencing the Eclipse and I cannot say anything else but great words from this place! Staff were super friendly and accommodating from beginning to end! Food was delicious and came out lightning fast even though the place was full. I wish many restaurants would treat customers the way this restaurant treats its costumers. Amazing!“

“Tried for the first time tonight and I will definitely be returning!! Everything we tried was fabulous, from the queso to the sopes! They were so so Good!! Very friendly staff (attentive) we had three different people check on us! I would give them 10/10! Must try!!“

“While I was there I saw a lot of American customers. I ordered chriso fajita. He ordered the buritto. He loved his food. Food had good flavor. The favorite is my pineapple ? soda. I think they need more help because it's popular and the seating area needs more constant care. Overall if you're in the area looking for a good price with mexican, fried chicken and gyros, stop in and see what you think.“

“The donkey in the front was nice. Kids were loving it. As well as the water foundation and the art in the front was stunning! It was extremely crowded though as we went on a Friday night. To get our drinks it took about 5 minutes. We ordered some queso and it took 10 minutes. The waiter mentioned that a customer dropped class and she cleaned it, so that’s why. When I got my food I asked for it plain with just the meat and cheese and they gave me veggies in the quesadillas. It’s understandable since they are so busy. They were very sorry and got it out in under 5 minutes. The food was really good but also really greasy. Overall don’t come around dinner time (especially on Fridays and weekends). It’s a great place. I will come back!“

“This is THE BEST tacos, elotes, steak fries, burritos, tamales, well just everything you get here is delicious!!!!!! Great customer service, polite, professional, friendly, caring!!! Can never go wrong with tamales etc!!!!!! 100/10 easy!!!!“

“This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in Indy! The service is the best I’ve found in my whole time here in this town, Margaritas are magnificent! My favorites are the chimichangas with chicken and beef tips, the pozole, the asada, pastor, camarón and fish tacos, and the chorizo is so good!“

“Very satisfied with my visit here. Would definitely consider it a hidden gem that other locals need to hit up. Stopped in on a busy Saturday evening with some friends. We were quickly sat, and greeted promptly by the waitress. The place overall was pretty small, so I would expect it to fill up quickly. On the weekends, they offer quesabirria tacos, which is what I had, along with a side of rice and chips and queso. The tacos were packed full of meat and cheese, and the juice that came with it was flavorful. The queso wasn't the best, but also not the worst- just average. The rice had good flavor. Overall, if I'm in the mood for authentic Mexican food, this is definitely the place I'll be hitting up.“

“Loved it! Went in for lunch on Saturday at 3pm. Their salsa is great, and has a little kick to it. I had the jalapeño margarita on the rocks and it was such a great experience. Again, had a kick to it. It was a good combination of sweet, sour and spicy. We had chorizo tacos, which were also delicious and came with heaping portion of meat garnished with red onions and cilantro.Clean place, friendly staff.Can't say there was anything I was unsatisfied with.“

“Well, i've been here twice in last few months and both times the food has been amazing. more recently I had the delicious Carne Asada and now have found my absolute go-to for this dish. Easily the best i've had in 10 years at least - thin cut and excellent flavor and seasoning. I will be back when in the area again .“

“I didn’t know what to expect at first but after giving chino Mex a shot it was worth every dime. The serving sizes are great, the food was freshly made and you can taste the quality of the ingredients used. I would recommend this to any one looking for something fresh when it comes to Chinese food.“

“This is my absolute favorite place for authentic Mexican cuisine. The tacos are outstanding! The flavors come alive in your mouth and leave you wanting more! The staff is SO friendly and accommodating. They always go above and beyond to ensure your experience in their establishment is a good one! Lastly, I love the space as a whole. It's a beautiful place to have an intimate meal or have a few drinks with friends. I am from NY and no place in Indy has reminded me of home and family as much as Bakersfield. Un hermoso lugar para visitar!“

“Absolutely fantastic. The place itself is so adorable and the food is phenomenal. We sat at the bar and had great service. Excellent drinks with fresh ingredients. I would highly recommend the rib entrée, costillas I think was the name. They are fall off the bone tender and deliciously spicy. The poblano fundido was also excellent, love love love the grilled cheese on top. I'll be back soon to try the tacos!“

“I’ve been here a few times and the food doesn’t disappoint. I did have a disappointing experience today with our bill however. There was an extra meal charged on our bill which I brought to our servers attention. When she returned, I found that instead of voiding and printing a corrected bill, she ran a credit charge for the overage. This meant I had to pay the higher incorrect charge and wait (from what I understand) a couple 3-4 days for the credit to return to my card. I don’t feel it appropriate that the customer pay for the billing error then have to wait for a refund. I did let them know I wasn’t happy about it. I will be watching that I do receive this credit. It also put a bad taste in my mouth about returning anytime soon.“

“Lovely atmosphere and welcoming staff! The food was outstandingly delicious! You definitely get your money's worth. Margaritas Where beautifully made,highly recommend the Tamarindo. Enjoyed my afternoon in the downtown area, Definitely will be back . Go check it you won't be disappointed!“

“The food is amazing! The nachos are huge! Definitely get them to share. They are served on a half sheet pan. The bowls are fantastic. I went with a vegetarian friend who loved their vegetarian burrito. Another had the tequila shrimp and there were lots of shrimp and peppers and she stated that it was excellent. Our group rounded out with the Carne Asada tacos and it too was flavorful and delicious. Each dish had a little kick but not overwhelming. We all left very full and happy! For 3 adults and a teenager the bill was $115 prior to tip. The 3 adults all had one alcoholic drink. Side note. There is one smallish TV at the bar so not a place to watch the playoff games.Vegetarian options: Satan Chorizo vegan burrito“

“I had stopped at the Emporium and saw this new restaurant.Called my two girls and they looked up the menu and told me what to get.They both keep coming to me to tell me how good the food was.I’ve never had authentic Mexican food and I’m now a lover of street tacos and Chalupas! The details of the sides that go with the tacos and the chalupas just made me a follower.People!!! You have got to try this place!“

“This place is now our go to when we crave Mexican food! The place was very nice and packed with people, I assume regulars because we will be now! Started with a perfectly mixed pitcher of Texas margaritas, the special on a Friday night! Kids got chicken fingers and hand cut fries and arroz con pollo. Both enjoyed their selections, my son never had arroz con pollo and loved it! Hands down the best fajita salad bowl I've ever had! Grilled steak and chicken with cheese, lettuce, onions, peppers, grilled corn, black beans, and avocado. Such a great combination and perfectly mixed. My wife's enchanted with mole sauce was amazing, her favorite now! The waiter was so nice and friendly! Even with a pitcher of margaritas, the value for what you got was well worth it! So much food and didn't break the bank! Super cool spot and will be back again and again!“

“This place has a super chill vibe. We went for lunch, but I would love to see this place in the evening! The house music added to the ambience. You have the get the platanos, we are coming back to try the sweet kind next. The Salty are pictured here. Fast, friendly service. Beautiful presentation.“

“Everything here has always been great! I was skeptical about the pizzas, but wow was I wrong! Lisa's makes one of the best pizzas in Indianapolis, it's a must try. The only problem now is do I order tacos or a pizza? The answer is both!“

“anybody leaving bad reviews of this place clearly have no clue what they're talking about. stopped while driving through; taquitos, al pastor tacos, steak quesadillas all fresh and hot. love seeing a small local place thriving. do not skip“

“Amazing food and nice people! First time ordering from a Mexican/Chinese restaurant and was pleasantly surprised. The Aqua Fresca's are a must try with fresh fruit and rotating flavors. Best crab Rangoon around. Will definitely be back!“

“I actually dropped my wallet while there having lunch and didn't realize it! Later that evening my waitress brought it to my house! All of my credit cards and $250 in cash were all still there! What an honest and wonderful person! Thank you so much! Great food, so if you haven't tried it give it a try! As mentioned about truly great and friendly people!“

“I go to this restaurant all the time when I’m on that side of town. Quite a few of my friends live right around it. One of my favorite dishes is their hot and spicy chicken. Overall the experience is very pleasant and the food is excellent.“

“Was walking by and decided to stop in. Was about 7ish on a Saturday evening. We got seated right away.Ordered the strawberry basil smash cocktail which was delicious, I had two. Also got the chips and queso and the quesabirria tacos. The tacos came with the consume too. The birria had decent flavor.We did sit next to the bar so my photos look green because of the giant green sign that said “social”.“

“I have been frequenting this location for about 4 years now and unfortunately 5 stars is not enough to explain the love and effort this family puts into the food coming out of this taco truck. The elotes always smack and the birria if flame “

“My friend and I go here occasionally, and it's one of my favorite local spots. The staff is incredibly friendly and looks out for the needs of the customers! Today's experience solidified why I prefer them to other Mexican restaurants nearby. Highly recommended.“

“The salsa was so good…my picky teenage daughter strong armed the salsa…wife said the chicken tamales were amazing and staff was super welcoming & friendly with fantastic elotes as well…I’m a fan…sign Up Door Dash as long as they don’t cut in line LOL…Well Done Folks!“

“I ordered a meal for 25 people and they came thru like a champ ? everything was incredible everything was fresh and cooked to specifications and the price was incredible as well they also had taken the time to take every detail of my order and maticulously checked and double checked everything I had requested and everyone loved the food every thing was top notch“

“This place is has some good Birria Tacos. I have yet to try more items on the menu, but I will soon. The prices are average, compared to most other places and taco trunks I visited. But the portion sizes is nothing close to the west coast or southern region.“

“I lived on the west coast for several years and this is exactly what I've been searching for. Very friendly staff and fresh, delicious, fast service. It seems like a food truck by night and restaurant by day, super smart idea. I'll definitely be back. I also appreciated the added security patrol officer for extra safety precautions. Very kid friendly as well.Parking: This is off of a busy street so you may have to loop back around thru the neighborhoods if you pass it the first time.Kid-friendliness: They host events here for families with music, food, etc!“

“I have been to LaRosa's Greenwood location 4 times so far and I have enjoyed the Buffet 3 times and ordered from the menu once at dinner. The price is Fantastic for what you get. The Buffet is reasonably priced at $12.99 during the week and $13.99 on Saturday and Sunday. That price includes chips and salsa on the table and salad items, buffet items that you can make Tacos or burritos or nachos. They have a variety of meats, rice, beans, chimichangas, cheese sauce and red sauce. Plus ice cream and a beverage all for one low price. On the weekend they add breakfast items to the buffet, things like scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, French toast Sticks and flan.It's definitely worth your trip. The restaurant is decorated lively and the restrooms are clean. You should plan on going soon.“

“Best margaritas in town! The waiters are attentive and friendly. We had a strange order and they were able to accommodate us with a smile. We love sitting on the patio when they have live music. The overall vibe is the reason we keep coming back.“

“This place is so cute! The atmosphere is really cute and chill and although it felt pretty loud at times, it was still a comfortable environment. We ordered cheese dip and although it was thicker than my usual Tex-Mex, it was still very tasty! I also ordered the enchiladas rancheros and they were awesome. Also, the staff was super friendly! There was a line for the bathroom and one of the employees brought me to a different restroom to use that he knew wasn’t being occupied. I didn’t catch his name but it was very much appreciated! Overall, it was a great experience and I hope to be back some day!“

“Rule #1 is that everything should be in perspective.Found this place close to my hotel and thought what the hell, I'll try it. Glad I did. This ma and pa place might be small but delivered very tasty meal that came out quick. I will be back here again before I leave Indy in two days. Loved the variety of sauces.“

“Love this restaurant! I will not buy tacos from anyplace else , im sure the other options they have besides tacos are good too . Its safe to say I'm a regular here . Really family oriented vibe ,very warm and welcoming.Kid-friendliness: Family oriented“

“One of the few taquerias that still have $3 tacos, and they are very, very good. The verde sauce here is a big reason why I love this place so much. They sell both of their sauces in larger containers in their refrigerator section. Better tacos than any of the spots closer to the Fountain.“

“Outstanding! My husband & I decided to pop in for lunch and was absolutely blown away! The jalapeño corn bread is a must! He had the chicken tacos, I had the chicken fajitas! Washed it down with the a margarita (the pineapple jalapeño one)! And Wow!! Going to be dreaming of this place!“

“I've been to a lot of different Mexican restaurants in the Indy metro area, and this is hands-down one of the BEST. Got the camarones a la diabla and they were wonderfully spicy (not too supremely spicy either). Choriqueso was very well seasoned and delicious as well. Service was immaculate too. This will not be our last time here either!“

“GREAT TACOS!!I ordered the steak supreme tacos, and they were some of the best street tacos I’ve ever had - and I’m from Cali! The customer service was top notch, the owner was very friendly and made sure my order was exactly how I wanted it - I hope this guy’s business is blessed for years to come.“

“Always a fav place for us! Even had the football games on the TV’s…big bonus! The friendliest staff around, they make you feel at home. The food is always amazing. Had a jalapeño margarita for the first time today, and it was also, amazing!“

“Been coming here for years- it’s the best in Indy in this Texan that has spent much time in Mexico’s opinion. Al pastor, Gil, and campechano tacos are greatRegarding common complaints in negative reviews….- yes, there is a debit/credit card surcharge. deal with it. restaurants have to pay a fee for every card transaction… they could just raise all menu item prices universally regardless of what you pay with.. but ownership is great people.-also yes there is a surcharge for flour tortillas… honestly if you’re into american-mexican food go to taco bell or a gringo haven like On The Border.- regarding portions, if you’re so picky you remove the toppings besides meat… they aren’t going to double the meat for you.“

“New place on Southside! Go check out Red Tacos at Stop 10 and Madison. I had the Chicken Quesadilla, my husband had a Birria Burrito and we shared Elote. They also have all natural fruit juice drinks made in house and a huge selection of other beverages.“

“The bread is crispy, soft, and perfect for a solidly built torta! They don't hold back on cheese, which is a win. If they don't serve their salsas be sure to ask for them, as their verde is fantastic and their chipotle is smoky and spicy! Absolutely loved the food here!“

“Seriously so underrated. Burrito joint is right across the street, but this is where the GOOD stuff is at. Probably the best Mexican food I've ever had, the staff is humble and sweet, a little boy brought my kids leftover balloons from mother's day to take home. That was so thoughtful and precious. It's a small restaurant but it's very cozy and worth every penny spent!Kid-friendliness: Quite a few options for picky eaters so grownups can still enjoy themselves without worrying if their kiddos will eat it. They have burgers, hotdogs, nuggets and a few other things! They're delicious too, we snagged a couple bites.“