Mexican Restaurants near Lake

“I've been avoiding this new Chipotle due to the bad reviews. About a week ago I checked wait times because I was in the area and I ended up eating at home. The app kept this location and it was a bit of a detour from the Chipotle I thought I ordered from but the food was done on time and very generous portions. Maybe things are looking up?“

“Kaelen Felix recommended this lovely restaurant. We enjoyed meeting the owner and her staff that helped us pick the best taco. She was right. We actually tried five different ones. They were all delicious. I particularly liked how they doubled up the delicious corn tortillas. The exciting spice and the crisp onions or salad toppings made a savory meal. we will be returning! We would recommend this to anyone who enjoys authentic food“

“First time at Taco Buddha! Great food! Great staff! Staff went up above and beyond to help with my order, today! Thank you for such Great customer service at the Kirkwood location 💕“

“My sister gifted my husband and I a gift card for Xmas. She works for three kings in south county another establishment with the same owners. The food and atmosphere at Three Kings is so great that we were thrilled to see they’d opened a Mexican restaurant as we love tacos! Just from walking up from the partying lot, I knew it would be great! The outside dining had lots of themed touches that were really nice! Soon as we walked in we were greeted and told of our wait time. we really appreciated that the hostess took our number and called us when our table was ready. We ended up sitting and waiting, we like to people watch :D the decor was gorgeous! I loved the succulent chandelier, the floral walls, the ceramic and the mosaic touches! All of their establishments are inviting and really create a nice atmosphere! Our server Charlie was friendly and knowledgeable regarding drinks and food! We each had a delicious margarita! The chips and salsa were fantastic! My husband ordered a smothered burrito and I opted for a taco plate. I was very impressed with the amount of options on the food especially for health conscious people- vegan, gluten free, etc! I loved that I could mix and match, I had a Baja fish taco and the vegan chorizo. Both were amazing! The slaw on the baja taco was sweet and crunchy! This was my first experience with vegan chorizo and it was the perfect amount of spicy! The plantains were delicious and basically became our dessert! We over indulged too much and skipped dessert, but we will be back soon so that we can order the Churros! Highly recommend checking out Tres Reyes and or Three Kings if you haven’t yet! You won’t be disappointed! :)“

“I have gotten food here numerous times dining in, taking out, or getting it delivered many different times of the day on many occasions and it is astonishingly consistent and good no matter what. I always get either the queso birria or the Texas rice bowl. Despite the phenomenal amount of meat they put in the rice bowl, the rice is honestly the best part, especially mixed with the green and red salsa’s. Best rice I have had in my life.

A recent discovery I made was the cheesecake chimichanga, which is only like 7 bucks and bigger than I thought it’d be. Its cold in the inside and hot and crispy on the outside. Honestly, you could make an entire restaurant serving only those cheesecake chimichangas. It is by far the best fast food desserts, and one of the best restaurant desserts I have ever had. Heaven has Abelardos cheesecake chimichangas.

Lastly, on an unrelated side note, a lot of the people here leaving one star reviews need to learn how stars work. One star is when there is no redeemable qualities in an establishment. Genuine filth. If you say “Food was good, but service sucks” and leave a 1 star review, you’re either confused or a moron. Thats like 2 stars at worst.

Tldr:
There is a very good reason the vast majority of reviews of this place are 5 stars. Stop going to El Maguey, just go here.“

“The chimichanga is fantastic and I can't get enough of the rice. So good!“

“Their food has soooo much flavor!!!“

“You won’t find better Mexican food anywhere in St Charles County! Go let Mauro and his team show you how it’s done! We go every week to get our fix. ❤️🙌“

“5 stars for food, service and atmosphere. Place is tiny, seating 30-35 is my guess. If there's better MX in the area please tell me!“

“Delicious food,great portions, 9/10 recommended“

“Some of the best food I’ve had in Missouri! Service & food were phenomenal. Definitely keeping them in my rotation!“

“Food is SO good“

“Amazing food and employees!!!! 50 stars ⭐️“

“I can't say enough about this restaurant. It's the BEST! We go there a lot. We ate there 12/27/25. You get so much food with the Fajita dish that I always have to take half of it home. My husband mostly gets meals with shrimp and he too loves them. In getting to know them over the years is like gaining another family member. Maria even helped me get a great doctor for my husband. Service is always spot on. They always bring me me a frosted mug with my beer, without asking! Everyone is very friendly. If you like Mexican food you REALLY need to go there. Thank you everyone at DURANGO!!“

“Great food. Great service. Friendly people!!! Definitely a place I would go for my taco cravings!!!“

“one of the best taco spots in st.louis hands down“

“This place is amazing, truly 10/10. I’m actually kicking myself for not trying it sooner. The staff was super super friendly and the food actually exceeded my expectations, which is very very rare as I’m a HUGE stickler when it comes to Mexican food lol. Oh and the drinks, my wife got the house marg and I got a coconut mango marg, and they were both AMAZING. What really surprised me was how the house marg managed to be so strong and savory, usually house margs are just sugar bombs but theirs tastes like a handcrafted cocktail, the house marg! I couldn’t recommend this place enough, it actually puts el nopal across the street to SHAME which is not an easy feat at all. Better service, better food, and the prices weren’t nearly as high as I would’ve thought. I couldn’t ask for a better restaurant forreal. I can’t remember our severs name but he was actually the best server Ive had in while, rarely does a young couple get such amazing treatment like I got today. Kudos Carretas, y’all are the best!!!!“

“Fantastic food, service, decor, and grewt waitress. Would highly recommend and eat here again.“

“we went out to lunch at San Jose last week. The lunch entrées were amazing! Decided to go there for dinner tonight as well. Extremely pleased! Outstanding margaritas delectable food.(tacos pastor and carne asada) hot sauce was a nice touch. Great atmosphere and the servers are so kind very kind. It makes all the difference in the world. Muchas Gracias.. Nos Vemos Pronto“

“Mi Lupita's is our favorite authentic Mexican restaurant. We love the fresh squeezed Margaritas, Chicken Mole Poblano, El Pastor Tacos of pork and pineapple. Great service, atmosphere and everyone is o friendly. Best of luck on your new location.“

“Fast and Friendly Great Service“

“Prices reasonable, variety of dishes, Taco Tuesday, nice light chips with salsa and bean dip, not overly salted, fresh ingredients, excellent friendly service, short waiting times, clean and festive atmosphere! Support local!“

“The *best* neighborhood Mexican restaurant in St. Louis. Amazing cuisine, fast and friendly service, great value and the best margaritas in Rock Hill! My husband and I have been going to El Indio since the doors opened nearly 15 years ago and watched it grow into the successful restaurant it is today. It’s no wonder why it is such a gem in Rock Hill! Make El Indio your next night out. Order a pitcher of margaritas on the rocks, share among friends & family and discover what the rest of us already know and love!“

“The food is absolutely DELICIOUS! And the staff is amazing! Also the bloody Mary’s are to die for! I highly recommend this restaurant!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Food was absolutely delicious, flavorful, and perfect! I got the 3 Birria tacos with rice and I would eat it again. Their rice is the best I’ve had in a long time. The texture, flavor, and temperature of the birria meat was amazing. The guacamole and chips were fresh! Service and staff was awesome! Highly recommend!“

“Great food. Family owned. Great service“

“Moving reviews over from Yelp. Originally written in 2017:

Cheese baby, cheese!

I came here willingly for one reason, and only one reason: I saw someone's picture of a dish called Alhombre and had to try it. Think of it like this...they throw a handful of pieces of all of their meats (plus bacon) on a platter and then smother it is cheese sauce. Yep, kinda like a garbage pizza but made of Americanized Mexican food. The list included chicken, steak, fish, bacon and somehow a couple of shrimps even though they weren't listed on the menu as being part of the dish. There were some vegetables in there too but the dish could have used a bit more. Everything was cooked properly and very flavorful even without that luscious blanket of cheese laid over the top. Tortillas on the side along with the ubiquitous rice & beans.

We started with chips and salsa but the main event was the most memorable...until dessert arrived. The thing I love about flan is the drizzle of caramel sauce that usually accompanies the custard on the plate. There's never enough to allow a little bit with each bite. Not usually. Not ever - until this plate of flan arrives and it was absolutely swimming in caramel sauce (see picture). I was stuffed to the gills but actually contemplated ordering another one just to see if it would look the same. I held off but will certainly return if for no other reason than to have another flan.“

“My two sisters and I had dinner here last night! What a wonderful experience from the owner/bar tender to our incredible waiter Carlos! The top shelf margaritas and the food were incredible! Thanks for a great experience!“

“Our vintage Thunderbird Club had a luncheon event at El Agave on Sunday February 15th, 2026. The food was excellent, the service was exceptional and the accommodations for our group of 16 worked out great. All of our members extremely pleased with everything. To the staff and management, we thank you for your hospitality and service.“

“Tequilas is the perfect spot for Taco Tuesday! The tacos are delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. Plus, their margaritas are some of the best I’ve had—perfectly balanced and refreshing. The owners are super friendly, making the experience even better. If you’re craving great tacos and margaritas, Tequilas is the place to be!“

“Very friendly service. I live their guacamole and sopes.“

“Great food and good service. The murals on the walls and the decorations on the backs of the benches really add to the overall experience.“

“Highly highly recommend!!! Our waiter was great…he was a super friendly & very helpful!! Outstanding shrimp tacos & chicken tacos!! If we’d eaten all of the chips & salsa they brought out while we were waiting for our food, I don’t think we could have eaten everything!! Super generous basket of tortilla chips!“

“Been going here fore over 14 years, good service, clean and great food.“

“Really good! Salsa had a touch of heat, nothing was bland. Authentic flavors.“

“My first neighbor and my last. my favorite cheat day! From the Quesabirria to the double beans!! They are passionate. love to cook. They really care about your experience and have such a family atmosphere. I’m going to miss their friendship and food.. i know my husband will miss your culinary skills..Tacos are not just for tuesdays when you eat with El Nopal 🥰“

“Always an excellent Experience from the fast service to great food“

“wonderful service and yummy food.“

“Best caldo de pollo (chicken soup) in St. Louis!! Fast friendly service!“

“Amazing food and service!!!“

“best street tacos in st charles county“

“so delicious and reasonable! will be back.“

“Food, server 👍👍👍👍 did your margaritas was fantastic, very clean“

“las salsas y flautas buenos guisos“

“Great food! My parents and I tried for the first time today after a recommendation from other family. We tried several items including the torta Milanesa and the mole chicken. Highly recommend this authentic option!“

“Amberley was a wonderful waitress for us today and the the food was delicious.“

“One of the biggest menus you’ll come across, El Maguey has just about everything you could want. They’ve been around for years, and it shows—they’ve got things down to a science. Service is lightning fast, so you’re not sitting around waiting, which is always a plus.

The portions are big, so you definitely won’t leave hungry. It’s a fun, laid-back place to eat, whether you’re with family or just grabbing a quick bite. The staff are friendly and polite, and the whole place just has a welcoming vibe.

Even after all this time, they’re still going strong in 2025, which says a lot. Solid food, quick service, and good portions—it’s easy to see why people keep coming back.“

“I had three bad experiences at global quesadilla on 141 and Clayton The first time I went in there they told me they don't accept cash. the second time I went in I got a quesadilla, some chips, and queso. the queso tasted awful. it tasted like warmed up canned cheese or something. I'd buy at the gas station but not the hot stuff in the dispenser that tasted better. And to be honest, there's nothing special about the quesadillas for the ingredients that go into it, the amount of time it takes to make and what they're charging for it. I find it ridiculous. if it's not going to taste good it should be cheap. at that point I'd rather make them at home. my third bad experience is a as a doordasher. after confirming the name of my customer, I proceeded to include my business card. global quesadilla doesn't own that food. that food was paid for by my customer. they have no right to tell me I can't put a business card with the food. the employee proceeds to yell at me multiple times to hand the food back to which I responded no twice and started walking out of the store. he proceeded to follow me out of the store continuing to yell at me and I had to tell him multiple times to back up/go inside / leave me alone. and if he touched me there's going to be a problem I shouldn't be in fear for my physical safety going into any establishment. they were also rude and unprofessional the first day I went in trying to pay with cash. how they've handled themselves multiple times is completely unacceptable. there's a reason why I only ate the food once. if I want Mexican food I'll make it myself or go to Taco Bell or a sit-down Mexican restaurant.“

“Great fresh innovative food, wonderful friendly service. 95 out of 100. 5 points off because my food should have been hotter.“

“I've never been inside but the drive through for take away is great. Food is fresh and delicious with generous portions, even late night. I normally order online before going through the drive through, but they've always had our food ready when the site says it will be. The folks running the drive through are always very sweet“