17 Best Mexican Restaurants in Clayton

Restaurantji's guide to Clayton's top Mexican dining experiences.

Guajillo's Mexican Grill Mexican • $
8948 Cleveland Rd #102, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Quesabritas with a Side of Broth & Rice
Chicken Shredded Tacos
Mixed Chicken & Steak
Chicken Avocado Soup
Mexican Street Corn
Guacamole Mexicano
Spicy Margherita
Fried Cheesecake
Fried Ice Cream
Chips and Cheese

“visited for the first time today and it will not be the last! Delicious food that was prepared fresh as we waited. super friendly and attentive staff. one of the owners stopped by to chat and make sure all was to our liking. We're really glad we stopped in for lunch today. Overall a quality experience!“

4.8 Superb116 Reviews
La Cocina Clayton Mexican • $$
764 Shotwell Rd., Clayton

Customers` Favorites

One Chile Relleno One Chicken Quesadilla
Texas Fajitas Texanas
Quesadilla La Cocina
Ceviche de Camarón
Burritos Típicos
Chips and Salsa
Lime Margherita
Fajitas for Two
Chicken Fajitas
Steak and Shrimp

“This place is great. The amount of food you get, how great it tastes, and customer service are excellent. Staff is very friendly and courteous

Parking: Lots of spaces but always crowded. Can be tough to find parking, or you can wait five minutes and someone’s always leaving“

4.5 Superb123 Reviews
Mezcalito Clayton Mexican • $
229 Briarcliff Dr A, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Agave-Chipotle Chicken
Mezcalitas Enchiladas
Side Shrimp Cucaracha
Agave-Chipotle Tacos
Mezcalito Quesadilla
Mezcalita Quesadilla
Cocktail De Camaron
Lime Shrimp Ceviche
Chimichanga Dinner
Fajita Quesadilla

“Sat inside tonight at the bar!! Got Jessica for the win!! She was awesome!!“

4.4 Superb288 Reviews
Tacos Y Burritos California Mexican • $
11538 US-70 BUS, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Tacos De Asada Taco Y Tacos De Birria
Burrito Mojado Tripa
Breakfast Burrito
Tacos De Carnitas
Costillas A Sadas
Chips and Salsa
Tacos Al Pastor
Rice and Beans
Chicken Fajitas
Super Burrito

“I ordereda burrito and some birria tacos and omg it was the besstttt . They got great birria & good options of food . The only issue i had was that they didnt put napkins in the to go bag but the food definitely made up for it . The girls working there are great! They handle themselves well even when its super busy . The carne asada there is THE BEST In town i swear yall“

4.4 Superb99 Reviews
Taqueria Mi Palmar Mexican • $
9182 Cleveland Rd, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Chorizo Quesadilla
Torta Campechana
Asada Quesadilla

“comida excelente y deliciosa“

4.9 Superb18 Reviews
Guacamole tacos food truck Mexican • $
1499 Old U.S. Hwy 70, Clayton

“It’s food truck good! Honestly some of the better tacos I’ve had on the east coast, still a little over priced to what I’m used to but good tacos. Tbh just falls a little short of a nearby corner taco option. The taco was good. The Tamales, which I was most excited for, just felt like they were too mushy/ likely reheated right when ordered.
Is it my first choice in town? Nah. Is it far more authentic than 90% of town ? Absolutely. Will I be back? 100% but notably I’m very closer by.

Parking: No concerns at all. The spot they’re usually parked on Shotwell and 70 has 15+ spots and I’ve never seen it full“

4.9 Superb14 Reviews
Start Chingon Mexican • $
700 NC-42, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Mexican Breakfast Burrito
Mexican Sandwich Torta
Philly Cheese Steak
Huevos Con Chorizo
Chingon Hot Dog
Chingon Burrito
Deli Sandwich
Chingon Salad
Chingon Bowl
Street Corn
5 Superb7 Reviews
Salsa Azteca Mexican • $
8928 US-70 BUS #500, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Chips Bean Dip and Salsa
Bean Dip and Tortillas
Sizzling Enchiladas
Chicken Fajitas
Chimichanga
Trio Fajitas
California
Guacamole
Burrito
Salsas

“Some of the most flavorful Mexican food I have ever tasted! Love the salsa bar. The staff is super friendly!“

4.3 Superb35 Reviews
El Patron 323 Clayton Mexican • $
905 East Main Street, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Birria Queso Tacos
Tacos De Pescado
Birria Consome
Birria Nachos
Ramen Birria
Quesadilla
Taco Rojo
C Ceviche
Fajitas
Patron

“I’ve been twice in the last week. Had a fantastic time. Food is delicious. Fun environment.

The staff is friendly. I will say there is a bit of a language barrier between the staff and patrons in regards to English but just be patient.“

4.2 Good86 Reviews
Taco Miendo Mexican • $
10234 NC-42, Clayton

“Awesome food, really made with care and probably the best quesadillas I’ve ever had . Must try.“

5 Superb5 Reviews
La Nueva Frontera Mexican •
10499 US-70 BUS, Clayton
3 Average2 Reviews
Fiesta Mexicana Clayton Mexican • $
957 Town Centre Blvd, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chimichanges
Chicken Fajitas
Chips and Salsa
Rice and Beans
Refried Beans
Street Tacos
Mexican Corn
Quesadillas
Vegetarian
Taco Salad

“Food was delicious as usual and staff were all friendly and helpful. My favorite place to eat out.“

4 Good66 Reviews
Las costenas Mexican • $
266 Pritchard Rd, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Nuggets- Kids Meal
Arroz Con Camarones
Mild Buffalo Wings
Huevos Con Chorizo
Burger and Fries
Chips and Salsa
Guacamole Dip
Texas Fajitas
Torta Cubana
Chimichanga

“Amazing atmosphere Tim is amazing and does a great job and the best Pozole hands down“

4 Good93 Reviews
Don Beto's Tacos Mexican • $
10376 US-70 BUS, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Red Tacos and Fajita Quesadilla
I Call Them Mexican Tacos
Carne Asada Con Camarones
Carnitas A la Mexicana
Camarones A la Diabla
Pechuga A la Plancha
Bistec A la Mexicana
Quesadilla De Pollo
Botana de Carnitas
Chuletas de Puerco

“We were in the area and decided to stop by Don Betos Tacos. Wife had the chicken flautas that were so delicious 😋 and look amazing. Her sister had the California Burrito 🌯 that look amazing as well. And I had the Birria Tacos 🌮, they were so delicious! I would highly recommend and we would return again if we were to be in the Clayton area.“

3.5 Good75 Reviews
Don Beto's Tacos y Tequila Mexican • $
36 Flowers Xrds Wy, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Los Peores Tacos Que E Probado
Margarita Flight
Tres Leches Cake
Rice and Beans
Guacamole Rolls
Chicken Fajitas
Taco Sampler
Don Fajitas
Enchiladas
Cheese Dip

“Great outdoor seating area! Perfect if you want to sit outside and/or bring your dog for a quick bite. Our server brought out a water bowl and was friendly with our dog during our visit. The margaritas were huge and delicious. We will be back for more!“

3.6 Good140 Reviews
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Mex-cal

Mex-cal Tacos •
10234 US-70 BUS W, Clayton
5 Superb1 Reviews
Rinconcito típico centroamericano Salvadoran • $
861 Town Centre Blvd, Clayton

Customers` Favorites

Pupusas Frijol Con Queso
Chicharon Con Yuca Frita
Chicken Tender and Fries
Platanos Fritos Con Crema
Pollo A la Plancha
Pupusas Revueltas
Pupusas De Loroco
Pollo Guisado
Pan Con Pollo
Pastor Taco

“We had the pupusas and they were awesome! Can’t wait to try the rest of the menu. Customer service was spot-on and food came out quickly. New go-to spot!!“

3.1 Average54 Reviews

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