44 Best Mexican Restaurants near Carrboro

“The staff at Monterrey hit all the bases in the right way. Great greeting, knowledgeable maitre'd. Waite staff were on point. Menus were
Easy to understand. Your munching, almost from the time you set down. Excellent food
preparation. Tasty, fresh, great variety, and
coffee!!! Sorry; I'm addicted. Plenty of parking.
Easy access. Great prices. I'll be back! Thanks
for a great lunch.“

“Awesome food and smiling, friendly service!“

“First visit this past week with my Brother...but amazing food! I will be back next time I'm in the area!“

“Fabulous and yummy Friendly and fast!“

“excelente atención! la comida es riquisima!“

“I love this place. The coffee is great, the food is good, but the people that work here make it special. They are very sensitive, aware and caring people and it shows. Everyone knows it at as breakfast and lunch spot but dinner is great too. The playlist is awesome, all they need are some dimmers on the lights and/or candles on the table and some happy hour spritzers!“

“Carrburritos offers multiple vegan options. Looking for vegan options led us to this wonderful place. The special tofu burrito is excellent. We loved the pineapple salsa. The service is outstanding.
The outdoor dining area is intimate and charming.
There's even a wendigo bust on the wall.“

“Delicious food, fresh and great prices!

Vegetarian options: They can make some dishes, just ask for a vegetarian version!

Parking: It's by a gas station, so plenty of parking

Kid-friendliness: Yes,

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“I've passed this truck many times and finally stopped by the other day. DELICIOUS!!!! I am limiting my portions, so I only had the chicken tamales but WOW. Delicious. Full of flavor. I can't wait to try the other options! will definitely stop by again!“

“Love there chorizo and birria. They have a lunch bowl that is packed full of goodness -only on weekdays :(
Staff is great too. Lots of food for reasonable price. Favorite Mexican restaurant in Orange county.

Sometimes the music is a little loud.“

“Muy buena comida y buen precio servio rápido y amable 😋😋“

“The best place to drink and eat 😋“

“Don't get me wrong, I really like the food, but I love the people. These folks aren't just running a great restaurant, they are a cornerstone of the community and that's something special.“

“Great place to eat!! Awesome food and great customer service!!“

“Xolos Mexican Food is my favorite Mexican spot in town. The service is really good and friendly
I like sitting at the bar the lady there is so sweet, always smiling, and her drinks are really good.
Simple, good vibes, and always a good time.“

“The absolute best place for authentic Latin food. We eat there weekly and the food and service has always been consistent. I highly recommend the tamales and pastor tacos.“

“Flavorful burrito bowl with strong portions and very nice staff! Worth the $.

I met the owner Yas and he was extremely accommodating and open to my questions about the restaurant as I’ve never been to this chain before. All the ingredients were very flavorful, and they have a strong selection of proteins. I found the portions to be very strong, and they even let me try certain items which was nice. I really enjoyed the Sriracha ranch!

The only negative was that the woman who put on the sauce, really drenched it in sauce before asking do you like a lot of sauce or a little, and I told her a little, but it was way too saucy already. I told her it was fine, but I would just ask before saucing how much sauce somebody wants!

Overall, will definitely come back and think that Yas and his wife, who run it together, are doing a great job!“

“Wonderful place to live with great staff and amenities!“

“This is my favorite taco spot in the area, the patio is amazing and the food is incredible. High quality service as well.“

“Great food and excellent service!“

“They are the best! I love this place!“

“Great taco Truck! They have been a staple of Tobacco rd for the last year and change... Delicious!“

“We each had the steak burrito and it was excellent especially with the salsa verde!! The Pina Colada was so impressive my daughter jumped from her seat to get it. We will definitely be back!“

“The food was excellent. I come from Portugal and I went in for a coffee and I got an excellent surprise: the food 5 Estrella's, the attention 5 Estrella's and Jazmin. The nicest robot that will serve YOU and treat YOUR food. Congratulations I recommend it

Parking: It is spacious and easy to access.“

“Yes, yes, yes!! This place is consistently delicious. It is a place where knowing what to order is key but either way they turn out some delicious dishes. My fave is the steak burrito with cheese and pinto beans . The birria tacos that you dip are also awesome!! The aquachiles is amazing...I mean you can't go wrong trying anything. Always delicious and fresh!
Will continue dining here!!!“

“They have their own store made tortillas! Gluten-free and yummy! The majority of the store is for making tortillas, but the actual grocery section has a surprising amount of awesome selection for being the size it is. It’s got the necessities plus some awesome drinks, seasoning, soups, and more!“

“I've been coming here for years! I'm a loyal customer at heart!“

“Great food, great staff that are always welcoming. Tried their Al Pastor burrito today and it was amazing.“

“Great place to eat. Love the bean dip“

“Absolutely love the food here, and the price is pretty good. The horchata is great and one of my go-tos here. Also, the desserts are legendary: churros are made fresh and the flan is one of the best I've ever had. Overall, this place has a great vibe and it's one of if not my favorite spots in Franklin street.“

“Amazing food! Had carnitas and birria tacos. They were amazing. Including the freshly made tortillas. People were really friendly.

We lived in San Diego fir 7 yrs and rarely find Mexican street tacos that are good. These were totally legit. Definitely go try this place!

It's a food truck with outside tables, so atmosphere is food truck.“

“Fantastic location with great seating and comfortable environment. Staf all engaging and pleased you're there. Serving Carrboro Coffee Roasters coffee and baristas are talented. Parking is a real back ache but CH small enough to walk from most available parking spots. PS, Chapel Hill help your merchants address the parking challenges in the Town.“

“calid atmosphere, good service, awesome margaritas.“

“Steak tacos at Tacos Zona are more than just food—they're a reminder of the simple, perfect pleasures in life. Picture this: a warm evening, laughter in the air, and the first bite of a steak taco that takes you back to every comforting moment you've ever known. The steak is tender, seasoned with just the right amount of spice, like an old friend with a story to tell. The tortilla, soft yet sturdy, wraps around the filling like a hug. And the toppings—crisp onions, fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime—add a little zest, just like the small joys that make everyday life extraordinary.

These tacos aren't just a meal; they're a celebration of everything that's good in the world. Simple, satisfying, and so good you'll want to share them, but only with someone who truly appreciates the little things in life. Tacos Zona has mastered the art of making you feel at home, one bite at a time.“

“muy sabroso todo y buena atencion“

“Their "Family Weekend Special" was a big hit with this family. The food was absolutely delicious and curbside pick up was perfect. Will definitely order again soon!“

“Great to have high quality food without all the college crowds and parking issues. I can stop by any night after work, or on the weekends any time and pick up a winner. You should check it out!!🔥“

“I love the pupusas here. I generally get chicken and bean. It’s tough to order those online because the online option only lists pork and cheese and loroco. I ended up swinging by, ordering and waiting for 15 minutes. They are delicious and the best I’ve found in Durham.“

“The staff is amazing! Fun environment. Good food BUT…

The OWNER OF THIS LOCATION NEEDS TO GET THE AIR CONDITIONING FIXED. It has been out for almost a month! This is NOT ACCEPTABLE working conditions, let alone for those customers who’d consider eating in.
The interior updates are nice but you shouldn’t expect your employees to work in these conditions. Be better.“

“Can't go wrong with a taco truck no matter where you are in America. Loved the 3 chicken tacos and 3 steak tacos with all the onions. I used the green sauce on the steak tacos and red fire sauce on the chicken tacos. All delicious tacos.“

“The food here was genuinely really good, and we were greeted and seated quickly, which set the visit off on the right foot. The only thing that threw us off a bit was our waitress. Every time we ordered, she repeated it back to us in a way that felt more like she was questioning whether we really wanted it. At first we thought it might’ve been a language barrier—just a couple of white guys eating at a Mexican restaurant—but I speak Spanish too, and it was the same experience.

She wasn’t a bad waitress by any means, just not very attentive and a little unsure with everything. The biggest issue came when it was time to pay. When the tip options popped up on the handheld card reader, she actually pointed to the percentage she wanted and asked, “This one is ok for you?” My friend said she did the same thing to him.

Great food and fast seating, but the service needs a little polishing to match the quality of the kitchen.“

“Since I moved to Chapel Hill, Lucha Tigre has been my favorite restaurant. Their service and quality can’t be denied, but I am so upset that the Asian Glazed Chicken (my favorite dish) has been removed from the menu.“

“Antonio was awesome, nice guy. Excellent service! I got the fried ice cream and my brother got the Oreo one. They both tasted great! Will definitely come back here to try the other food! Good prices, tasty food. Comes with complementary chips and salsa.“

“Super nice folks working there so I’m not going to roast too badly. But, the prices at this location are WAY elevated compared to stand alone locations. Example: pizza is $4.99 at the stand alone location near me (way too much to start with) and $6.49 at the mall location. Nearly $10 for Mexican Pizza and a small drink. Just be aware….“