19 Best Mexican Restaurants in Gaithersburg

Restaurantji's Gaithersburg guide: Where to find the ultimate Mexican flavors.

Sin & Grin Mexican • $$
353 Main St, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

S & G Salad with Grilled Salmon
South of the Border
Steak Fajita Burito
Rotisserie Chicken
Chips and Salsa
S O B Carnitas
Fajita Chicken
Blueberry Pie
Guacamole
Tortillas

“Friendly staff and great food!“

4.7 Superb95 Reviews
Taco Bar El Guero Mexican • $
10003 B, Fields Rd, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Bistec Taco Pollo Taco Suadero Taco Chorizo Taco
Tacos Al Pastor and Alambre
Torta Milanesa De Res
Breakfast Burrito
Classic Burrito
Chorizo Nachos
Pico De Gallo
Street Tacos
Chicken Taco
Burrito Bowl

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

4.3 Superb162 Reviews
Taco Bamba Gaithersburg Mexican • $
670 Quince Orchard Rd, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Taco and Migas Taco
Tacos Tradicionales Pork X Lamb
Quesadilla and Tacos De Birria
Dirty Style Carne Asada Taco
Side Mexican Street Corn
Mexican Corn on the Cob
Genghis Juan Empanada
Tacos De Chicharrón
Happy Hour Margarita
Chips and Guacamole

“First time eating here had delivered for lunch baby bang taco was so good . Salsa and chips- the chips were so fresh salsa soooo good I will order again .“

4.2 Good216 Reviews
Ixtapalapa Taqueria Mexican • $
411 N Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Tacos de Tripa Tacos de Cachete Tacos Al Pastor Y Tacos de Suadero
Tacos De Carne Asada Tacos Al Pastor Tacos De Chorizo
Suadero Taco Carne Asada Taco
Tacos Al Pastor Y Con Lengua
Quesadillas de Carne Asada
Alambres Al Pastor Taco
Tres Leches Cake
Cochinita Pibil
Michelada Super
Tacos Dorados

“Good service ,,friendly people“

4.2 Good207 Reviews
Uncle Julio's Gaithersburg Mexican • $$
231 Rio Blvd, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Tex-Mex Combination Dinner
Chicken and Steak Fajitas
Combination Enchiladas
Guacamole and Queso Dip
Fajita de Pollo Y Carne
Matador Carne Platter
Fresh Chips and Sauce
Mushroom Quesadillas
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Side Rice and Beans

“Quick table and good food“

3.9 Good313 Reviews
TACO DE BIRRIA by rice bar Gaithersburg Mexican • $
14 Bureau Dr, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Sopa De Birria Fideos O Arroz Birria Soup Noodle or Rice
Guacamole Y Chicharrón Guacamole and Fried Pork Rinds
Side of Guacamole with Chips
Carne Asada Burrito Bowl
Birria Beef Burrito Bowl
Carne Asada Quesadilla
Guacamole \u0026 Chips
Birria Res Quesadilla
Chorizo Quesadilla
Al Pastor Burrito

“I don’t say this lightly, but this place is an absolute MUST TRY 🌮🔥
From the moment you take your first bite, you can taste the freshness and quality in every ingredient. The tacos are packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and made to perfection. And the best part? The price is incredible for the amount and quality you get, seriously unbeatable.
The selection is amazing too, so many options that you’ll want to come back just to try everything. Every bite feels fresh, every dish is generous in portion, and nothing feels skimpy or rushed.
If you’re looking for authentic, flavorful, and satisfying tacos that don’t break the bank, this is the spot. Hands down one of the best taco experiences I’ve had. 🌮✨“

4.4 Superb75 Reviews
Sabor Azteca Mexican • $
8 E Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Salsa Verde Y Roja
Enchiladas Verdes
Street Tacos
Al Pastor
Barbacoa
Pambazo
Churro
Pozole
Gordita
Lengua

“Muy bonito lugar familiar pequeño pero mucha calidad humana“

4.3 Superb63 Reviews
burritorancheroDMV Mexican • $
12301 Darnestown Rd, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Platillo de Carne Asada
Torta Cubana
Big Burrito
Quesadilla
Tacos

“This is our first time trying them. At first, I was a bit taken back, being that we paid 52 for 2 burritos(lengua, and Al pastor), with a torta cubana, and 2 glass cokes, At roughly 10 per item, I was very happy with the size of the burrito. It may look small, but they were very generous with the meet.

Flavors: the lengua was very soft, and seasoned very nicely! Not to overwhelmingly season, and just seasoned enough to still be able to get the taste of lengua.

Al pastor: this was done very well! It had a good kick, the meat itself was tender, and not dry. The spices itself weren't overwhelming, and mixed together nicely.

The rice in both were good as well, it didn't feel store bought, which was very nice considering most places use precooked rice🤢

The music wasn't too overwhelmingly loud.

I can't comment on the inconsistency, as this was our first, but be on the lookout for an updated review!!“

4.4 Superb50 Reviews
Laredo Grill Mexican • $$
347 Muddy Branch Rd, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Fresh Raw Oysters with Pico De Gallo Lemon and Worcestershire Sauce
Pollo Chipotle Front Salmon Relleno Back
Carne and BBQ Ribs Combo Fajitas
Crab Quesadilla with Sangria
Laredo Salad with Salomon
Quesadilla de Pollo
Mussels Marinara
Tacos Al Pastor
Salmón Relleno
Tacos Al Carbon

“Salmon Relleno and Cadillac Margarita and Tres Leches for dessert.“

4.3 Superb56 Reviews
Dulcinea Bar and Grill Mexican • $
9103 Gaither Rd, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Tacos De Carne Asada
Chicken Chimichanga
Tres Leches Cake
Chips and Salsa
Rice and Beans
Quesadilla
Guacamole
Al Pastor
Nachos

“Dulcinea is the definition of hidden gem/hole in the wall. Tucked away next to a storage unit down an industrial road, blink and you’ll miss it. My wife and I came in early on a Friday evening and although it was quiet and we were the only ones in there I had a feeling we’d have a great experience!! The waitress didn’t speak English but we spoke enough Español to communicate what we wanted. Guac, taquitos, shrimp tacos and a carnitas burrito.
Good came out looking and smelling amazing! And boy was it some of the most delicious Mexican food either of us have had in the area. Great vibe in the restaurant, a huge selection of authentic Mexican bites and an amazing, friendly server. You can’t go wrong with giving Dulcinea’s a chance.
I can’t wait to come back“

4.2 Good46 Reviews
Los Amigos Authentic Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $
9631 Lost Knife Rd, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Plato Los Amigos - 2 Personas
El Churrasco Chapin
Carne Asada
Taco

“Oh, great food! The tacos from that truck are seriously my favorite too; they always hit the spot. The ingredients are always fresh, and the flavors just explode in your mouth. I love how quickly they make them, so I can get back to whatever I was doing. Honestly, I could eat them every day.“

4.1 Good42 Reviews
Taqueria Y Pupuseria El Paso Food Truck Mexican • $
603 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Burrito

“Hands the best food we had all weekend!!
We were down here for a few soccer games for my son, our hotel was across from this food truck and my wife and decided to walk over and have a look. Best decision we made all weekend the food was excellent from the Tacos to el Pollo asado!!! Also met the owner while we ate and we had a great conversation.
Highly recommend“

4.3 Superb25 Reviews
Jazmin Cuisine Tex Mex Grill Tex-Mex • $
7601-F Airpark Rd, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Rice Beans Salad Plantains
Carne Asada Tostada
Chicken Asian Wrap
Guacamole & Chips
Chicken Fajitas
Kids Quesadilla
Chicken Wings
Pico de Gallo
Ese Sandwich
Quesadillas

“I love love loveeeeee this place! I recommend EVERY THING on the menu 🥰“

4.5 Superb105 Reviews
el amigo Mexican • $
307 N Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Enchiladas Verdes
Carne Asada

“Thank you ladies ? These women are barbarians! The tongue tacos are the best tacos we've had in MD! Add to that the way they serve you, their kindness and their good attitude. We recommend it and we will definitely return! Only the tables are missing, but it invites you to have a good conversation in your car while you taste!“

4.2 Good21 Reviews
La Mexicana Mexican • $
16143 Shady Grove Rd, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Pollo Asado Y Arroz Y Frijoles Refritos Pintos
Pork Chops Chuletas De Puerco
Grilled Chicken Quesadilla
Carne Asada Grilled Steak
Sizzling Fajita Platter
Dos Tacos Lunch Special
Sizzling Steak Fajitas
Build Your Own Burrito
Margarita De Casa
Chicken Fajitas

“Great food, great staff. Good spot whether you are new or a regular. Tasty/ strong alcoholic drinks if you’re into that sort of thing.“

3.8 Good107 Reviews
Guapo's Cocina & Bar Tex-Mex • $$
9811 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Chicken and Steak Fajitas Mixtas
Freshly Made Tortilla Chips
Seafood Soup Guerrero Style
Guapo's Plato Grande
Combination Fajitas
Kids Taco Al Carbon
Carne Asada Fajitas
Seafood Chimichanga
Machaca Chimichanga
Guapo's Molcajete

“Whenever I’m in Arlington, I can’t resist stopping by Guapo’s. This time, I brought a guest visiting from Texas so she could try one of my favorite spots. We sat in the bar area to catch some college football, and our server was quick and attentive. The food was on point — flavorful, fresh, and just as good as always. Another great visit. Highly recommend“

4.1 Good344 Reviews
Ay! Jalisco Restaurant Mexican • $$
425 S Frederick Ave #421, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Margaritas and Fajitas
Tres Amigos Enchiladas
Tostadas Mexicanas
Plato No Te Rajes
Sopa De Mariscos
Chile Relleno
Sopa de Pollo
Quesadillas
Chips Salsa
Taco Salad

“comida muy rica y mejor atención de la bartender gigi visiten el restaurante lo recomiendo“

3.7 Good55 Reviews
TacoNMadre Mexican • $
16210 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Al Pastor Marinated Pork
Queso Birria de Maíz
Birria Tacos 4

“The tacos here are absolutely delicious!
The sides of cucumber, radish, and lime and the salsa brings just the right kick of heat.
To top it all off, their jugos naturales are a must-try—fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor. Big Cup!!
Definitely a spot worth coming back to for authentic flavors and freshness! Visited twice and have no regrets“

3.7 Good24 Reviews
QDOBA Mexican Eats Mexican • $
16260 Frederick Rd, Gaithersburg

Customers` Favorites

Family Meals Come with All of the Fixings to Make Flavorful Tacos or Bowls for 4-5 People
Burrito Bowl Topped with Freshly Grilled Adobo Chicken Brings the Flavor
Hand-Crafted Guacamole \u0026 Chips
Mexican Street Corn Chicken Bowl
Simply Orange Juice Pulp Free
Chicken Protein Bowl of Rice
Street Style Chicken Tacos
Chips & Dip Party Packs
Southwest Steak Burrito
Keto Post-Workout Bowl

“I always enjoy my food from this location. Had a small order issue yesterday, returned today around 10 am and the manager rectified the problem with no issues. I appreciated that and my lunch was delicious! Thank you Qdoba staff for a 5 star experience!“

3.6 Good120 Reviews

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