50 Best Mexican Restaurants in Kansas City

“Excellent tacos“

“I go here often when I want real Mexican food. staff is always friendly, very clean, fresh, always busy! I normally get the steak street tacos and elote. absolutely love the food and the ppl here“

“Went to Barbacoa, 5500 Troost, for brunch Sunday morning, what a delightful experience. I ordered Monie’s plate. It was mouthwatering. The serving was so generous, that I took half of it home. The corn tortillas were soft and warm enough to make a taco, the beans were flavorful and not spicy, the carnitas were fall apart tender and very tasty, perfectly fried potatoes, and fluffy scrambled eggs. The salsa was very tasty and not overly spicy. The coffee was even tasty (Costco Kirkland medium roast). Unlike some breakfast restaurants, the background music was so low and mellow (helps with digestion), I could hear my friends talk. We have to go back during the week for dinner. UPDATE - I forgot one very important thing, the service was excellent. Our group was one of two in the restaurant, but shortly afterwards other start to arrive. There was only one friendly waitress, who, despite the growing crowd, was able to get back to us about more coffee and to check on us“

“Food was super fresh and delicious. We are on our way back again today. If they had coke products instead of Pepsi I'd be there more lol“

“Sorry no photos but we ate too fast! The Taco Salad was lovely. The Tacos, we tried 1 of each, were excellent! The Jerk Cod Taco was out of this world! I need option to add more cod. The food was absolutely delicious!“

“We love Torchy’s! We have been to many Torchy’s Tacos in different states but the KC location is our favorite! The food is always amazing. We drive up from Springfield about once a month to shop and eat at Torchy’s! The employees and management are always so friendly! Highly recommend!“

“This whole familia is incredible. The food is amazing. This is the best breakfast in all of KC. Period. Viva Los Alamos.“

“Went tonight for the first time. Food was amazing but we didn’t get everything we ordered. Unfortunately didn’t find out until we got home. Will definitely be back but will make sure we check our order before leaving.“

“never disappointed! never can' get enough!!!“

“Chile rellenos are one of the best I’ve had.“

“🚨GUACAMOLE CHANGE! We’ve been coming to Ponaks for 30 years. The guacamole has aways been one of our favorites. Today we ordered it and immediately noticed something was different. We asked the server and he confirmed that they have changed their recipe, and it’s for the worst. They’ve added “filler” by putting pico and other ingredients into it. It’s not even close to what it was. I hope they don’t start changing their food and Margaritas!!! There is a reason people keep coming back year after year! Please dont mess with perfection Ponaks!“

“My favorite Mexican food in KC. Ate there today and had the Monterrey Chicken. I discovered this place in 1998. Antoinette was our adorable, friendly waitress today and back then too. Westport Fav!!!“

“Visiting here from St Louis to go to the Morgan Wallen concert and came across TACONACO KC… by far the BEST birria tacos I’ve ever had.. nice sized portions. Def worth it! Wish we had one in St.Louis“

“Absolutely FANTASTIC!!! The quesa birria tacos are DIVINE and I could literally live on the broth they serve with every dish. Super authentic and super tasty. I literally CRAVE this food.“

“Highly recommend Pinches! I messaged them to make me a birthday tray shaped as a 36 with tacos. They absolutely delivered and I was super happy with the result. Tacos were good too! (picture in comments of the tray)“

“I went to Senor Tequila yesterday with a good friend of mine. The food was very yummy and the service was outstanding. The atmosphere was very cool. I definitely plan on going back for more delecious food. I recommend the shrimp burrito with rice, beans, sour cream with yummy guacamole. Also the cheese dip is good too.“

“Food is delicious. Really enjoy the restaurant/market combination.“

“excellent food, service, atmosphere. best Mexican restaurant in downtown.“

“food is amazing, prices are reasonable. service is fast and friendly. I work in the area and always stopping by and grabbing dinner. the Carne asada burrito will fill me up every time. street tacos are filling“

“Senorita Margarita is a hidden gem that brings together fantastic Mexican small bites, amazing cocktails, and exceptional service, all in a cool tiki-themed setting. The cocktails are top-notch, offering a delightful twist on classics and new creations that are perfectly balanced. The ambiance is vibrant and fun, making you feel like you're on a tropical getaway. Our server, Cheyenne, made the experience even better with her warm and attentive service. She was knowledgeable about the menu and her recommendations were spot-on. The small bites are fresh and flavorful, from the tasty tacos to the delicious guacamole. Senorita Margarita is a must-visit for anyone looking for great drinks, bites, and a unique vibe. Don't miss it!“

“Their quesabirra tacos are delicious🥰🥰🥰“

“Stopped into this gem for lunch and grabbed a carryout order. I ordered inside at the counter and the woman behind the counter was helpful and kind, answered any question I had. I waited about 7 minutes for my carryout order, 3 asada tacos, add onion, with a habanero salsa. This place is fantastic. The tacos were 12/10, delicious. From staff, to seating, all the way to the food, everything was great. I will be coming back!“

“Great customer service. Great food“

“Very cool atmosphere. Have one person during lunch taking orders and serving food. Wait time is long during lunch. Food is a 8. Would be a 10 if there wasn’t a puddle of oil at the bottom of my Togo container that made my taco shells fall apart. And the cactus on the mushroom taco were woody.“

“service was 1000 percent food was 10 stars out of 5 if you want authentic Mexican food and trust me it's like home made can't find any better yes I'm American so do your self a favor and check them out?!!!! happy tummy“

“Honestly we were waiting in line to eat somewhere else and we got tired of waiting and walked down the street to this place. Didn't have very high expectations if I'm being honest. The decore is a little 12 years ago, but it's to be expected. What I didnt expect was how good the food was going to be. First of all they have a pretty good beer selection and a lot of interesting cocktails. We got the chips and queso as a starter (which came out with our food, oh well). Unbelievably delicious. Restaurant made chips, perfectly salty and crisp. Very tasty queso. My wife and I then had the mix and match tacos. I had 2 chicken and 2 mahi mahi and my wife had the cheeseburger and the cane asada. They were all delicious, except the chicken was a little bland.

Our server, I can't remember his name now sorry, was excellent. Very attentive, professional, amiable. Top tier service.

The drinks were a little spendy but that is to be expected I guess. Actually turned out to be the most expensive meal we had on our trip. Big bonus was that there was no wait and the food came out quick. All in all it was a great experience.“

“Love it here been going for over 16 years Great service and delicious food“

“Cowboy fries, delicious
Walked in no one said can I help you. Sign said place order on kiosk. Did that!
Another customer walked in that spoke the language and they said can I help you and took his order. Hmmmm!
I know they don't care but I won't return, will take my business elsewhere“

“Nice very good food warm, nice and great“

“Tatema is a little hole in the wall restaurant, but let me tell you, their food is incredible! I am generally a person who doesn't like mexican food (at least the american version of it), however when I got tacos here for the first time, they were truly life changing. I have yet to branch out to any other food item, but their tacos alone are absolutely delicious! I would highly highly recommend you go there! I have introduced a handful of my family members to Tatema and they instantly loved it! The staff is also very friendly and it's a great place!“

“Muy buenas gorditas. Más las fritas en aceite“

“Great food BUT more times than not when I get to go orders, the orders are wrong! They need to pay closer attention to detail. The last two to go orders were wrong when I got home. Not good!“

“The very best, worth the drive every time!!!“

“Best margaritas! Best cocktails! Really yummy coconut mojitos! Best Mexican food in the city!!!“

“Always a great experience! Margaritas are 🔥🔥🔥“

“Been coming here for the past 40 years. My Mom celebrated her birthday this evening and it was the just the BEST. We had enchiladas (the sauce is so unique and dark - just wonderful), tacos, flautas, rice, the trio of dips. If you are in KC, give it a try!!!“

“I love their menudo!!! If you want a delicious and flavorful menudo buy them from this place. It doesn't have that stinky smell when you eat it. Some places don't know how to clean and cook it well. I also got lime ice cream and it's so flavorful!!! The only thing that a lot of people didn't like is that there are big flies all over. I know it's everywhere but maybe they can do something about it. But other than that everything is awesome. I'm going back to this place again“

“Deja made sure we had a wonderful experience. she was very knowledgeable about the menu and gave great suggestions and was very accommodating to my food allergies. Our drinks came in a timely manner. Next time we come in we will be sure to ask for Deja.“

“Great food. I had the Pollo Poblano and it was very good. I will be back the next time I’m in KC. I did tell all my friends on FB about the great food.“

“This place is amazing. The birria burrito is delicious. There is something for everyone, including my extremely picky eater (chicken nuggets and fries). The music had us dancing in our seats, well it was partly the music and partly good food happy wiggles. My family of 5 ate for under $100 and we all took leftovers home. Totally worth it. Support this local restaurant because you'll be adding it to your favorites after the first stop in. Also, there's a drive thru for convenience if you're eating on the go.“

“Brought my little girl here for a mommy-daughter date & she just won’t stop about them deserving to get a 5-star review!!!!! So here we are - the food was scrumptious & came out super fast. The air conditioning is fantastic for the summer heat. The Shirley Temple was poppin! We highly recommend.“

“Wanted Mexican food and learned they do taco Mondays but they have lunch specials 2-4pm. Wasn't disappointed. Good rice and season meat in the chicken enchilada and the beef taco. Server rand told me a tequila recommendation for a tequila sunrise and Una Familia brand definitely a good drink“

“My husband and i love this place’ delicious tacos. Fresh salsas we love that they offer sauteed onions on the side of every order of tacos. Friendly staff. Definitely our usual taco spot. Elotes are good! They are not stingy with the toppings 10/10“

“Tried the State Line location yesterday- great people, friendly service, and amazing food🔥🔥 Ordered the mixed plate to try the chicken and steak. Great taste and so fresh, right off the grill. Bonus points for having the pagers given to you so you can wait in your car for the order! Can’t wait to go back!“

“Excellent, authentic Mexican food! The service was great, and owner Ismael is awesome and friendly and really cares about his customers and the quality of food and service they get!“

“Love there products and it’s local best place ever great people a very much recommend this place they are always busy but love the whole experience definitely will be back with family again.“

“Fantastic experience ordering burritos for a large group at my work. Tasty options, easy process, and will be choosing them for catering again!“

“8/30/25
My wife wanted to come here. I'm not sure if I ever had margaritas I'm sure I have. Maybe 30 years ago. 🤷

I'm a chile relleno fan. I judge off that. However, the puffy taco tho? Oh man.

Relleno was different but wasn't terrible. Small for the price I'll give it that.

Puffy taco was great. its not a normal deep-fried and hard. It's not soft but not hard.

Salsa was fine. The hot salsa was also decent. Good mix of both.
Also the green salsa Verde was decent.

The place is loud. They play 70s-80s-90s rock/alternative music.

If you have mesophonia it's not the place for you. I'll explain. -
The chips is huge!! And people have to triple chomp to even get a bite. So that part was terrible. But the music is loud enough to hyper focus on that.

So over all, the place is expensive, it would be ok to do a friend/ couple out for puffy tacos, margaritas and singing to Pearl jam. 🤣“

“Delicious food!!!! I would definitely recommend!!“

“I stopped in today to get a burrito to go. I will say this... I have been eating Chipotle burritos for years.. but the Al Pastor burrito that I got today was a thousand times better than any Chipotle burrito I ever had! No joke. I'm a Foodi and the ingredients and flavors were awesome! I love this burrito today and I'm sure I will be back!“