Don't miss North Kansas City's top Mexican restaurants, as recommended by Restaurantji.
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1800 Swift Street, North Kansas City
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“Love this place. Friendly and great service. They have the best chicken soup! 👏❤️”
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2028 Swift Street, North Kansas City
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“The food is always fresh and soooo tasty! Generous portions, excellent value for the price. Friendly, fast service even when it's busy.”
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1910 MO-210, North Kansas City
“The food is always fresh and soooo tasty! Generous portions, excellent value for the price. Friendly, fast service even when it's busy.”
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1040 Armour Road, North Kansas City
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“This Taco Bell is the best, they always make sure your order is correct. The morning team deserves a raise, the steak burritos and steak fries are the best and you can order some lunch items in the morning, which is a huge bonus to those who are not big fans of sausage and eggs. Thank you to the Armour Road Taco Bell Team!”
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1032 Minnesota Avenue, Kansas City · 3.9 miles
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“Great coffee, perfecto customer service and food!!”
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900 Southwest Boulevard, Kansas City · 4.21 miles
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“Excellent tacos”
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1667 Summit Street, Kansas City · 3.6 miles
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“Los Alamos Cocina is easily the best authentic Mexican food in KC. The menudo and pozole is best ive ever had and the chili rolo and verde are both outstanding, tastes exactly like homemade because they are. Wonderful family owned stop in a historic area of KC. oh and dont forget to treat yourself to the best chillaquiles and eggs you'll ever have. Delicious! The catering we got for our New Years feast was a huge hit as well: tamales, pork verde and menudo. EXCELLENTE!”
Mexican · $$
5500 Troost Avenue, Kansas City · 8 miles
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“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”
Mexican · $
901 Kansas Avenue, Kansas City · 4.98 miles
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“We've been visiting establishments down here for just about 30 of my almost years in KC. My wife is of Mexican descent and we buy supplies and goods down there frequently. For some reason even though i looked at this place every time i pulled out of a parking lot nearby, we just never stopped there. Then the other day someone posted a review in a google headline byte so we decided to try it as BBQ does get old sometimes. All I can say is WOWZA, im kicking myself for never going there now(which of course will be made up for). Come as you are. It's a nice little establishment with inside and outside seating. The staff is friendly, the service is soooo fast and the chicken is absolutely phenomenal. Half or whole chicken comes with rice and beans and soda or drink, even coke in a glass bottle(those of us who know). The skin is amazing too, the colonel has NOTHING on El Pollo Rey. Half a chicken or whole chicken, the price is the same (2 halves is same price as a whole) and when you're done there's even a place to put your glass bottle or can for recycling purposes. If youve never been then GO.....NOW. Your only regret will be you didnt go sooner.”
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3208 Strong Avenue, Kansas City · 6.85 miles
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“las mejores Carnitas de kansas”
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8238 North Oak Trafficway, Kansas City · 7.01 miles
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“I have nothing but positive things to say about Taco Rico. Food is fresh and oh so good. Reminds me of being in my grandmas' kitchen. When I say everything is good, I mean EVERYTHING is good. Don't even get me started on the staff!!! They will always have my vote. Yes, sometimes they are closed during their normal business hours, they (family & staff) run business and life happens. Always 5 stars in my book.”
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503 North 6th Street, Kansas City · 3.48 miles
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“Get the $5 birria taco box to go!”
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1410 Minnesota Avenue, Kansas City · 4.31 miles
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“Food was ineradicable very pretty workers”
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78 North 10th Street, Kansas City · 4.3 miles
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“Excellent food and service. Al pastor is my favorite.”
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964 Kansas Avenue, Kansas City · 5.06 miles
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“Really good quality food at a reasonable price. Highly recommend chicken fried taco’s, best in town!”
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4000 North Oak Trafficway, Kansas City · 1.68 miles
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“I love this place and their deep fried tacos, it’s really hard for me to come to NKC and not stop by.”
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4814 Roanoke Parkway, Kansas City · 7.24 miles
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“Brought my family here to celebrate my mothers birthday. Service was amazing, very attentive and food was delicious. We ate here for lunch and felt the prices were reasonable for the quality food. Enchiladas de Mole were so flavorful! This location is gorgeous, my mother said she’d be back even just for the music and decor. Would visit again myself!”
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6024 North Antioch Road, Gladstone · 4.35 miles
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“We absolutely love this place! Great food and friendly staff! We’ve never had a bad experience! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
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7103 Northwest Barry Road, Kansas City · 8.59 miles
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“The very best, worth the drive every time!!!”
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825 Minnesota Avenue, Kansas City · 3.64 miles
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“So yummy, I already need to go back”
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5005 North Brighton Avenue, Kansas City · 4.02 miles
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“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.”
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1656 Broadway Boulevard, Kansas City · 3.53 miles
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“excellent food, service, atmosphere. best Mexican restaurant in downtown.”
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305 7th Street, Kansas City · 3.73 miles
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“Awesome 2 hand burger! Better bring your appetite. Large crinkle fries were perfection. Free chips and salsa. Friendly service and I mean service. Didn't have to ask for a thing, they are on top of it. Can't say enough good about thi hidden gem. Give them a try. Thank me later.”
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1611 Westport Road, Kansas City · 6.65 miles
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“Whether it’s catering for 50+ or dinner for one, great place.”
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1208 West US Hwy 24, Independence · 8.21 miles
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“service is terrible, cheese dip is just white cheese, quacamole is frozen. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant at all”
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1046 Kansas Avenue, Kansas City · 5.16 miles
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“The food is fresh and very delicious. I love eating at Daisy's !Their service is so good .I highly recommend Daisy's Mexican Restaurant 🥰”
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6100 Saint John Avenue, Kansas City · 3.96 miles
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“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”
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4201 East 9th Street, Kansas City · 3.57 miles
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“Love it here been going for over 16 years Great service and delicious food”
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4059 Broadway, Kansas City · 6.24 miles
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“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)”
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4141 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City · 6.36 miles
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“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”
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2856 Southwest Boulevard, Kansas City · 4.92 miles
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“🚨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!”
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104 West 9th Street, Kansas City · 2.78 miles
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“Fantastic experience ordering burritos for a large group at my work. Tasty options, easy process, and will be choosing them for catering again!”
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6011 Johnson Drive, Mission · 9.47 miles
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“So delicious Food is Authentic and So Fresh. Service is fast, Owner so Friendly. Great prices Carne Asada and Pastor Tacos Delicious were perfec Everything else I saw looked Amazing. I will be back. Definitely recommend you try ir.”
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6640 Raytown Road, Raytown · 11.37 miles
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“My hands down favorite Mexican restaurant in Raytown. love the small feel even with the new addition.”
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7510 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Overland Park · 10.32 miles
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“Ordered the breakfast burrito with chorizo and egg. Outstanding burrito with fresh ingredients cooked in an authentic way that feels like you’re in Mexico. It had a tortilla with an amazing “chew factor”. I’ll definitely be back!”
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1259 Central Avenue, Kansas City · 4.65 miles
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“Absolutely delicious 😋 🤤 was prepared very fast and fresh! Everyone was extremely nice and welcoming! I highly recommend 🌮🌮🌮🥰”
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10802 East 23rd Street South, Independence · 7.84 miles
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“food is delicious and the staff is super friendly!!!”
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3719 Saint John Avenue, Kansas City · 2.86 miles
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“Nice very good food warm, nice and great”
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3421 Blue Ridge Cutoff, Independence · 7.85 miles
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“I love this place for food and of course are favorite waitress Nancy is always welcoming and friendly and makes the best margaritas in town 🤩🤩🤩”
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3212 Merriam Lane, Kansas City · 8.4 miles
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“Mexican menu dishes at a great value $$ and delicious food and tamales 🫔 great family ! Go Chiefs ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌟”
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1600 Central Avenue, Kansas City · 4.75 miles
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“The lady taking orders was standoffish, I only knew a few words of Spanish. That seemed to annoy her. The cook corrected her attitude and knew exactly what I wanted.. she eased up a little bit.. (with that being said) customers spending money at any establishments that don't speak English or Spanish.. should always be made to feel comfortable and welcome to support any business.. simple math. Welcoming business + happy customer = $$$ thriving business. P.S. remind your staff to be friendly. The chicken was flavorful,fresh, and hot .would recommend.”
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5401 Johnson Drive, Mission · 9.24 miles
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“I was looking for a new place to take my daughters to dinner and Campesino did NOT disappoint!! Our server was so polite, the chips and salsa were amazing, the food came out quick and hot, and everything tasted delicious!! I had the Pollo en Rajas and now I will think about that dish daily and make the 20 minute drive often for it! And the margaritas you ask? Except for my dad's, probably the best I have ever had!!! Yummy 😋”
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1409 Central Avenue, Kansas City · 4.71 miles
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“Yes I would recommend Torito Supermart for all of your fresh meat needs. They have the best and friendliest butcher shop.”
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2610 State Avenue, Kansas City · 5.09 miles
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“Awesome food. Awesome people.”
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1920 North Stewart Road, Liberty · 9.71 miles
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“Best tacos, they never miss”
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6502 North Oak Trafficway, Kansas City · 4.84 miles
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“We have been going to this restaurant for years since we've moved from Arizona and it has been our go to and never fails! Yes we've found a couple of good Mexican restaurants that we love but this is our go to most times and it is closer to us so it's a plus! Veronica is so sweet and amazing! She's always made us feel like we are home away from home along with the food and service in general! muchas gracias! Most definitely will always recommend 1000 percent 🙌💯 muchas gracias!”
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7831 North Oak Trafficway, Kansas City · 6.47 miles
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“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!”
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1708 Campbell Street, Kansas City · 3.48 miles
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“Todo está de rechupete todo muy rico pruébalo y te darás cuenta que es un México chiquito en Kansas City pura comida tradicional mexicana y tex-mex”
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6928 North Oak Trafficway, Gladstone · 5.41 miles
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“The food is always fresh and so good! We have had the crunchy tacos, quesadillas,quesabirroas,  nachos, flautas, ice scream and fruit smoothies! There is nothing that we did not like.”
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903 North 7th St Trfy, Kansas City · 3.48 miles
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“In love with their food, customer service, and atmosphere. Ate at El Camino and I’m counting down the days until I can go back! Found it through a food blogger and truly believe this place is a hidden gem.”
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Qdoba Mexican Eats is speeding up its growth across the nation, adding 33 new locations to its plans and bringing total restaurant commitments to more than 500 across the United States. The fast-casual Mexican chain is growing through key franchise partnerships in many regions. In the Northeast, PFGS, LLC will build 15 locations across Springfield, Mass., and Hartford, Conn. Meanwhile, Empire Inc. has agreed to open 10 restaurants in the Columbus, Ohio area, using their experience running over 100 restaurants including Subway and Dunkin' stores.