50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Essex

“I order pupusas, sopes, enchiladas, gorditas and birria tacos. Every single dish was delicious and authentic. The sauces and tortillas are all homemade. Highly recommend this restaurant. The staff was friendly and they seem to be a popular spot in the community. Loved this food! Thanks for a great dinner.“

“The best food in Baltimore md Amazing“

“Let's be honest We all know why we are going here and is not because we enjoy the toilet time afterwards.

When you just want some quick food that really hits despite what your stomach has to say about it this is the place to go.“

“Great food! Great prices! Terrific management !!“

“todo es buena comenzando el servicio al cliente“

“This place is fantastic. The quality and freshness of their ingredients are amazing.“

“This taco joint is the real deal. Family run. Homemade salsas, chicharon , hibiscus and horchata. Get the damn baliata(sp?) !! Ask for Chris up front and tell them Ray and Russell sent you. I’ve moved away from this place when I went there 2 times a week , and now they live rent free in my brain because I live in Towson without a car. I will see you again soon Ponchos ❤️💪🏽
This place does not play when it comes to tacos. Good things are worth waiting for , so be prepared to wait for excellence , or call your order in before youre on the way“

“My food was amazing and my waitress April was awesome! 👏🏼 Definitely recommend“

“I love everything here! The Al Pastor tacos, carne asada tostadas, the tortas, and even their desserts. I have even used them for catering a party the rice, beans, and churros were a hit! This is the best Mexican food I have had since moving from AZ. The staff Ernesto and Scarlet are the absolute best when it comes to customer service.“

“Great spot for Mexican. Best in the city.“

“Someone, ANYONE! Please explain to me who tf eats nachos like this?! Apparently the people at Qdoba do! 🤮 I have NEVER in my life ordered nachos and received chips in a bag on the side, and all the wet toppings thrown together in one f***ing bowl like this. Disgusting. And to top it off, they took $ outta my acct twice and now tell me I have to wait 5-7 days to get it back. These mofos will NEVER get my business again. Knew I should've just went to Cafe Rio. Smmfh. 🤬🤬🤬🤬 **This was the Glen Burnie location on Ritchie Hwy! **“

“Excellent service and food on this thanksgiving day ⭐️“

“On a recent drive to New York, my partner and I decided to take a chance on a small Mexican restaurant we stumbled upon, Fiesta Mexicana, with admittedly low expectations. What a pleasant surprise it turned out to be!
The real standout was the menudo, or pancita as it was listed. I'm a big fan of menudo and had been craving it for a while. Fiesta Mexicana's version was absolutely fantastic. It was rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care—easily one of the best I've had in a long time.
Beyond the delicious food, what truly made our experience memorable was the incredible hospitality of the owner. He was so genuinely kind and welcoming, taking the time to chat with us and patiently explain various dishes on the menu. His passion for the food and his customers was evident, and he went out of his way to be accommodating.
Fiesta Mexicana completely exceeded our expectations. If you're ever in the area and craving authentic Mexican food with a side of genuine warmth, I highly recommend stopping by. You won't be disappointed!“

“Great food , great drinks, great establishment“

“Excellent food, excellent service 8-10“

“deliciosa comida me encanto!!!!“

“Great food and experience. I know the owner personally and love that he is a pioneer in LOB“

“Great food and a great supporter in our community. They recently donated food for our Scout pack’s bridging ceremony. We can’t thank them enough for their generosity and support!“

“Barcocina's staff consistently demonstrated professionalism and a commitment to excellence throughout my mother's 70th birthday celebration. From initial contact, their communication was seamless, and they had everything ready upon our arrival. The food was impressively presented, and the wait staff provided attentive and personalized service. Their efforts exceeded expectations, making the occasion truly memorable.“

“I absolutely love this location they are always patient with me and food is always good and great customer service I love the luisa please commend and appreciate her she tcan have all my money because good customer service is hard to come by“

“Ive been craving authentic Taco my first time there got the build your own taco and it was delicious“

“If you’re looking for authentic and delicious Mexican food in Baltimore, Taqueria La Patrona is a must-visit! The tacos are packed with flavor, fresh ingredients, and the perfect balance of spice and texture. I tried the shrimp tacos, and they were absolutely amazing—crispy, flavorful, and topped with fresh salsa that made every bite perfect.

The prices are reasonable for the quality, and the portions are generous. The casual and welcoming atmosphere makes it a great spot for a quick bite or a relaxed meal. Service was friendly and efficient, making the experience even better.

Highly recommend this place if you’re a fan of authentic, flavorful Mexican cuisine. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“First time trying Nana and it was fantastic! We ordered a whole chicken (bichis) + 3 sides (roasted potatoes, roasted cauliflower, and red rice). Plus we got a side of beans, and I can never pass on flautas so we got those, too!

The chicken was juicy and well marinated. It comes cut into quarters, easy for dividing! All the sides were delicious, but the beans were probably my favorite, so much flavor.

Ordering online was easy, and I did it through Uber Eats because your first 2 orders are 40% off with the code NANA40. So excited to have this new local restaurant in the neighborhood!

Parking: There are designated Nana pickup spots!“

“la comida aqui en este lugar es muy deliciosa mas el service excellence se la recomendo a todos mis paisanos y demas gente que le gusta la comida mexicana“

“Bar none the best lengua tacos on the planet…. Excellent beer selection and the staff is wonderful. Get here 🌮“

“i’m never one to leave reviews, but me and my boyfriend love finding good places. i got their cbr burrito and it was AMAZING. also got their norcal fries and it’s a huge portion and so good! i’m so glad i got their “ spiked ranch “ and “ secret sauce “ absolutely amazing.“

“Comfortable atmosphere. Great Food & The Best Long Island Ice Teas in town!“

“This was the first time eating at banditos and the experience was amazing but mainly due to our waitress Amber. She paid attention to what we needed and answered all our questions and very attentive. All of the food came out fresh and the drinks were delicious.“

“muy buena comida 😋 very good Service!“

“The staff was polite and the food came out very fast. There’s a lot of options on the build your own taco paper and they will also accommodate you if you don’t want any ingredient listed. Plus if it hadn’t been raining they have an outdoor covered seating area. It was just raining pretty bad when I visited.“

“Deliciosa comida es primera vez que visitamos el lugar y quedamos encantados 100% recomendado los invito a que pasen a probar la deliciosa 😋 comida clacloyos 😋 chalupas 😋 tacos 🌮árabes 😋muy ricos 😋 y el servicio muy amable ...“

“I love Mexican food & this spot is one of my favorite, but as of lately the food have been off. I have been a faithful customer for over 3 years, so I'm familiar with the taste/quality of the their food. This new team they have in the Baltimore location, is not keeping up with the standards. The past several months that I went to Waverly location for the fajita burrito, it was completely off. I've experienced multiple of different issues, with my once favorite spot. *lukewarm/cold meat or burrito *cheese not melted *meat tasted weird *order incorrect or mixed up *size extremely smaller I know they are a busy business & they have always been that, but the quality has dropped. They still are a great establishment; with an excellent food selection. That's why they have faithful customers, that support them on a regular. I hope they use this feedback/review as a means to improve their services, to the same standards/quality as before. 😊“

“We went to visit family in the Baltimore area and went to Qdoba and honestly great service great food and honestly very home like southern atmosphere that I really loved as someone who’s from New England it is refreshing to see a family like staff as well as having amazing food. Definitely recommend going here.“

“Great authentic flavors and great vibe!“

“As always, it was delicious!“

“Comfortable atmosphere. Great Food & The Best Long Island Ice Teas in town!“

“We run Pinland Bowling Lanes on Dundalk Avenue. Tonight, not knowing what we were in the mood to eat, we stumbled across La Casita in Dundalk. I have to say, we were absolutely blown away. The food was spectacular and this will definitely be our go to for Mexican food in the future.“

“Go once a month, never been disappointed“

“great location and cool atmosphere..great food and a good local bar bartender Hallie is as nice as they come..I used to go to that spot before it's changed to Papis and I hope that they can make it work and appreciate the local support that really loves the vibe of old skool fells point local love of their faithful patrons who continue to support yall..“

“Used to go to R&R when they were in a gas station in Elkridge. Hadn’t been since they moved downtown and all the Food Network hype in between. Just got some tacos and a California burrito at the Lombard Street location and was beyond pleasantly surprised. The flavors and quality of ingredients are still excellent. The staff were lovely, great service. I will be back :)“

“They have the best pupusas from the Area very good food! Tienen uno de Las mejores pupusas recomendados! siempre tienen pupusas de queso y de chicharron con queso que en Muchas partes no. Gracias por el buen servicio and the delicious food! The best!“

“Used to go to R&R when they were in a gas station in Elkridge. Hadn’t been since they moved downtown and all the Food Network hype in between. Just got some tacos and a California burrito at the Lombard Street location and was beyond pleasantly surprised. The flavors and quality of ingredients are still excellent. The staff were lovely, great service. I will be back :)“

“The place was nice, unfortunately the outside neighborhood does not help. But, their food is actually good! I had a steak burrito and Tres Leches cake which was great. The workers have a great attitude and helpful. I'd recommend for a quick stop.“

“Thank you for helping us spoil our staff for Teacher Appreciation Week. everyone loved everything. The salsa was the number one request! We will definitely be back again for catering.“

“Great food Great drinks Great staff!!!!!!“

“This is by far one of my favorite restaurants to do lunch or dinner! The food tastes deeee-lish and the environment is always warm and welcoming, usually with a mother and her teenage daughter handling things and doing a great job of it.Poblanos will always get my vote as a great neighborhood dine in and/or carry out restaurant ?!!!

Kid-friendliness: Although I’ve not seen any parents & children eating inside,given the layout of the restaurant; it seems to be more so designed to cater to perhaps a group of friends or a family based dinner dining experience.

Wheelchair accessibility: They provide ample accommodations to wheelchair based“

“Absolutely outstanding Birria, quesadillas, and customer service during a busy holiday. We’ll be back!“

“I was doing pressure washing a house 5 min from El patron..n I can smell the food ..n I went there to order food..n it was a good food food ..I got full😊“

“Had a great server... Helped us make a great choice. friendly and efficient. Thank you Kristen!“