5 Best Mexican Restaurants near Pasadena

Restaurantji presents Pasadena's standout Mexican dining destinations. Taste a mix of Mexican dishes, starting with Chimichangas and ending with Street Tacos, and savor the best Mexican food around.

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  • El Cabrito Mexican Grill 8971 Fort Smallwood Road, Pasadena Mexican · $

    1 El Cabrito Mexican Grill

    4.4 Superb 226 Reviews

    8971 Fort Smallwood Road, Pasadena

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Tacos de Camarones Shrimp Tacos
    • Tacos de Pescado Fish Tacos
    • Original Burrito
    • Cecina Ranchera

    “I don't write reviews very often. I've had food hear before that friends bought, tacos on discount night a couple times. Tonight was the first time I placed an order, very polite on the phone. The chicken Quesadilla comes with a huge amount of quac, rice, beans, lettuce, tomato. I had the Steak Birria Burito, it makes Chipotle look like gas station food, huge portion, delicious. We also tried the Steak Birrio Taco, very good. You also get chips and sauces with your order that are on point. The green sauce is perfect. We will be making this a regular spot now.”

  • Taqueria La Oaxaqueña 8101 Governor Ritchie Highway, Pasadena Mexican · $

    2 Taqueria La Oaxaqueña

    4.8 Superb 67 Reviews

    8101 Governor Ritchie Highway, Pasadena

    Customers’ favorites

    • Al Pastor and Birria Tacos
    • Pollo-Grilled Chicken
    • Chicken Tortilla
    • Tacos Dorados

    “Great food and service! The carne asada was delicious and I was all about the salsa. The service was on par with an actual restaurant which is not expected at a food truck. They really took care of us at the modest location and made us feel welcome, definitely rare gem.”

  • Bubbakoo's Burritos 350 Mountain Rd D, Pasadena Mexican · $

    3 Bubbakoo's Burritos

    4.3 Superb 81 Reviews

    350 Mountain Rd D, Pasadena

    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Hot Honey Beef Bowl
    • Taco & Chips
    • Jalapeno Poppers
    • Boneless Wings

    “Bubbakoos has been a multiple times a week dinner for us for a little while now and it never let's us down. Everything is always fresh and delicious! Our favorite things are the chicken Ceasar salad burrito, the build your own burrito bowl and the curly fries with queso. The prices are great and so is the rewards program 👍”

  • Cheveres Mix Latin Cuisine 111 Mountain Rd suit A, Pasadena Mexican · $

    4 Cheveres Mix Latin Cuisine

    4.4 Superb 64 Reviews

    111 Mountain Rd suit A, Pasadena

    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Grilled Chicken Sandwich
    • Salvadorean Breakfast
    • Chicken Quesadillas
    • Salvadorean Burger

    “Aparte que la comida es fresca y deliciosa, el ambiente limpio y el personal amable no lo he encontrado en otro restaurante latino. 10/10”

  • Don Pancho Mexican Grill 2412 Mountain Road, Pasadena Mexican · $

    5 Don Pancho Mexican Grill

    4.1 Good 137 Reviews

    2412 Mountain Road, Pasadena

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Empanadas De Pollo Chicken
    • The Maryland Quesadilla
    • Pupusas Salvadorenas
    • Gorditas Mexicanas

    “Food and service is great! Tuesdays tacos only $1.50! Love their daily specials. Waitresses are very attentive and friendly. Great establishment. Owners take pride in their business! Love going here for date night 😊”

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