Restaurantji's Portland recommendations for the finest Mexican cuisine.
Pizza · $$
46 Pine Street, Portland
Customers’ favorites
“Popped in on a whim for happy hour and we were so glad we stumbled on this restaurant! I had a spicy marg and my husband had a charro negro, both were delicious and full strength! We had the perfect snacks to go with it - salsas and tostados and some fish tacos. The staff were warm and friendly. Would recommend!”
Mexican · $$
242 Saint John Street, Portland
Customers’ favorites
“Ate there this evening celebrating my wife's birthday. Service, food, atmosphere was just amazing! Staff singing while presenting a free lava cake and Ice cream.... AMAZING evening! Highly recommended.”
Tacos · $$
548 Congress Street, Portland
Customers’ favorites
“This place rocks and I had the best $11 lunch. The puffy avo and shrimp tacos are my favorite. I went early and it wasn’t busy so I was able to get a little solo work lunch in and the server Luis was SO nice and welcoming. I also didn’t realize the have a kids changing table in the bathroom and most places in Portland aren’t kid friendly so I think I’ll come back with my kids soon because I’m already hungry for another taco and a happy upbeat welcoming atmosphere.”
Mexican · $$
2 Portland Square Ste 100, Portland
Customers’ favorites
“An absolute gem in the heart of the old port. The margaritas are the best in all of Portland and served by the friendliest / warmest locals around. Not enough space to talk about the divine cuisine. ¡Salud!”
Mexican · $$
190 State Street, Portland
Customers’ favorites
“10/10!!! My husband & I had to take the 1.5 hour drive to Portland for an appoinment. We came across this wonderful place while searching for a delicious lunch. Wonderful, superb authentic food! we tried the house made jalepeno poppers (ginormous & fresh) to start. Husband had the pork chimichanga (pork cooked to perfection) & I had to try the fried green tomato tacos. Blown away by all the flavors! Abby was our awesome server who served up a wonderfully funny sense of humor! Be careful though, she BITES!!! 😂”
Breakfast · $$
211 Danforth Street, Portland
Customers’ favorites
“This is an amazing restaurant with delicious food but even beyond that has staff that are friendly with compassion towards others. During a difficult time I went to get my wife some Pazole (excellent comfort soup) and the greeter Justin recognized that I seemed out of sorts and spent time with me to make sure I was ok. Made me feel better. Great food and people.”
Mexican · $
140 Fore Street Ste A, Portland
Customers’ favorites
“Nothing but good food and good vibes”
Mexican · $
1 City Center Suite 8, Portland
Customers’ favorites
“This place is absolutely amazing! The prices fit my budget, the food taste amazing and the people working are always very nice and caring! I use there website to order because it’s fast and simple! Love this place as I continue to visit weekly!”
Mexican · $
26 Free Street, Portland
Customers’ favorites
“It’s my dad’s and my go-to lunch spot, especially after Sunday morning church. Since he can’t hear from his left ear due to surgery, noisy places are hard for him to tolerate. El Rayo is perfect because it has a calm, comfortable atmosphere.”
Recommended
Salvadoran · $
70 Washington Avenue, Portland
Customers’ favorites
“Comida casera recien Hecha, hace recordar en mi casa cuando mamá hacia la comida . muy rico y bendecido.”
Mobile caterer · $
35 Industrial Way, Portland
“This top notch crew served our employee appreciation day today. most of us first time trying their food. very good food. Great customer service. I would definitely recommend them.”
Mexican · $$
9 Dana Street, Portland
Customers’ favorites
“Friendly staff. great bar activities such as billiards and darts. A good beer selection. Hmm, I was expecting a big mexican restaurant, but it's really a small bar with a small menu. I had the birria tacos and they were excellent. I would recommend this place for some tacos and some beers and a game of pool after work would be great”
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