50 Best Mexican Restaurants in Charlotte

“The food and service was great, cozy vibe with great decor and music!“

“If you’re looking for authentic Mexican flavor with a gourmet twist, stop scrolling and get yourself to Miaz Agua Sal. This place isn’t just another restaurant — it’s a culinary revelation. Every dish feels handcrafted with intention — bold, balanced, and unapologetically real.

From the first bite, you can taste the heart of Mexico — but with that elevated Charlotte flair that makes you want to slow down, take it in, and appreciate the artistry. The textures, the presentation, the service — everything is executed with passion and pride.

It’s rare to find a spot that feels this authentic and inspired at the same time. You leave not just full… but impressed.

This one’s going on my Legendary List — hands down one of the best meals I’ve had in Charlotte.

🔥 Authentic. Elevated. Absolutely Legendary. 🔥“

“This place was so good and the vibe was really cozy! I got the ginger orange agua fresca, then we got the Ahi Tuna tostada to split and the coconut shrimp tacos that came with black beans and rice, as well as the fish tacos. The agua fresca, ahi tuna app, and coconut tacos were my favorite! Our waitress was so sweet and awesome - and the price point was not too bad for 2 people for dinner! Will definitely be back.“

“Taco Boy had great customer service! The tacos are definitely where their menu shines. My friend and I tried 5 different kinds between the two of us and they were all tasty. Cocktails were good too. Certain things lacked flavor in my opinion, like the guac and refried beans.“

“Incredible food, ambiance and service. Our waitress, Ashley, was outstanding. This sweet young lady was bubbly, outgoing and attentive. We couldn't have asked for a better evening out.“

“Vegas Baby Vegas was the best taco I’ve ever had!“

“Food quality and flavor exquisite!
Service excellent
Alex the Cashier very friendly
Keven at the floor to take care of your request and Baddillo at food station making great presentation
Amazing store located in the best area and very spacious store“

“The food here is decent. I've only had a couple things off the menu, but what I had was ok. But the reason for this review is not for the food, but for the service! The lady at the front is AMAZING!!! she is always in good spirits, always patient, always kind. She adds to that place, I always feel better no matter how my day is going after encountering her. she gets a 10/10.“

“Excellent food and great service at @La Victoria. The staff was welcoming and attentive. The food and drinks were delicious. Both the food and beverage menu are very large and pricing is good. I was visiting family in the area. Coming from California near the Mexico border, I was very impressed.“

“Exceptional Mexican food. My carnitas taco was A+ & the tortillas were about as authentic as they get 👍🏻 I was skeptical trying another Mexican restaurant & was pleasantly surprised 👍🏻“

““This Mexican restaurant truly exceeded my expectations. The food was flavorful, fresh, and authentic, with generous portions that showcased great attention to quality. The customer service was outstanding—staff members were welcoming, attentive, and made the dining experience very enjoyable. I also noticed how clean and well-maintained the restaurant was, which added to the comfortable atmosphere. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for excellent Mexican cuisine in Charlotte NC combined with top-notch service and a pleasant environment.”“

“Their food is amazing everything is fresh even the tortillas I highly recommend them“

“Great time. Had a business event and lunch in their private room. Great food and good facility.“

“Exelente atención de todos los muchachos,la comida muy deliciosa,Buena música,ayer Sábado 30 agosto 2025 ,Exelente presentación musical de la Señora imitando Ana Gabriel y también de Jorge que canta muy bien ,hace su show Musical ,también es Salonero .#1“

“I suggested to our HOA board that we go eat at Que Onda after our meeting this evening. They joked that you have to take a loan out to eat there... prices have increased. Still, we enjoyed their food in the past, and we like to support local businesses in our community. First, no more chips and salsa when you sit down ... not even an offering. What Mexican restaurant doesn't have chips and salsa when you sit down? And for dinner I ordered a taco salad, sans beans, cheese and pico. I subbed rice and mushrooms. I was charged $9.95 for the shell and lettuce, $3 for rice and $4 for mushrooms. I have ordered this veggie alternative for years at several places - never have I been charged $17 for a "salad". Had the waitress mentioned the upcharge at the time I ordered, I could have made a decision to go ahead or to change my order. But she NEVER mentioned the additional cost. Sadly, they lost 3 local customers tonight, as well as being one of the catering / community meetup options we were just discussing 30 minutes earlier. Be fair. Be transparent. Discuss additional costs instead of simply charging and assuming your customers want to pay extra - again, I would have changed my order. Adios Que Onda!“

“Good food, great prices, super friendly employees. I will be back when in the Charlotte area again!“

“Food was awesome!! Will definitely be back…maybe tomorrow!! 😂“

“excelente restaurant, mi favorito, me pareció amable y muy atenta la atención de Valeria.“

“Great food and margaritas. Service was excellent. Beautiful space.“

“We went this evening as a family to celebrate my son’s graduation, and the entire experience was absolutely amazing. From the moment we walked in, every single person we encountered was genuinely kind, welcoming, and attentive. You could tell the staff truly cares about their guests.

The service was outstanding — friendly without being rushed, and so thoughtful the entire time. The food was incredible, full of flavor, beautifully made, and came out perfectly. Each dish we ordered was delicious, and everyone at our table kept commenting on how good everything was.

It was the perfect place to celebrate such a special moment for our family. We left feeling full, happy, and grateful for such a wonderful evening. Highly recommend!“

“My wife and I had dinner at the Charlotte location this evening. We had great service from our server Noah, who was very quick to take our drink order and provided attentive service for our entire dinner. We both ordered a Chimichangas (my wife had the chicken and I had the beef). Both were delicious, well seasoned and served hot. (fwiw) noted the staff were sweeping and cleaning the restaurant tables quickly, after a table turned.“

“I have a creative agency. I want to say TYLER was exceptional. It is rare to be greeted by a server who goes beyond just service. His intro on the background and history of the restaurant is what locked me in. We took a few of his recommendations for apps and entrées. The FOOD matched his energy. From the queso, shrimp enchiladas, the tacos and the drinks MAL PAN did not miss. The flavors danced on your taste buds, having you looking for more. I will be back and adding this restaurant to my CLTs top 10.“

“The food is delicious. I think I have found my favorite place to eat my favorite tacos!!! I will definitely be back to hang out. Love the vibe and food!“

“It tasted so good it tasted like the food in Honduras“

“The food is amazing and the staff is the best!! They are so nice and outgoing. I would come here every week if I could!“

“The best tacos I’ve ever had and the freshly made margaritas (on the rocks, which is a 1st), hands down topped the cake! Amazing staff, so friendly and outgoing. Definitely a place we will visit again if in the area!!! If I could rate it a 10, I would!!! It’s clean - so clean!!!! Check it out - you WON’T be disappointed..“

“I suggested to our HOA board that we go eat at Que Onda after our meeting this evening. They joked that you have to take a loan out to eat there... prices have increased. Still, we enjoyed their food in the past, and we like to support local businesses in our community. First, no more chips and salsa when you sit down ... not even an offering. What Mexican restaurant doesn't have chips and salsa when you sit down? And for dinner I ordered a taco salad, sans beans, cheese and pico. I subbed rice and mushrooms. I was charged $9.95 for the shell and lettuce, $3 for rice and $4 for mushrooms. I have ordered this veggie alternative for years at several places - never have I been charged $17 for a "salad". Had the waitress mentioned the upcharge at the time I ordered, I could have made a decision to go ahead or to change my order. But she NEVER mentioned the additional cost. Sadly, they lost 3 local customers tonight, as well as being one of the catering / community meetup options we were just discussing 30 minutes earlier. Be fair. Be transparent. Discuss additional costs instead of simply charging and assuming your customers want to pay extra - again, I would have changed my order. Adios Que Onda!“

“Excelente servicio y la comida está exquisita 100 mexicana .“

“Their food is amazing everything is fresh even the tortillas I highly recommend them“

“Love the new and improved restaurant! So glad they were able to keep the original recipes and original vibes in a larger location.“

“This place is awesome! Great food! Great service!“

“Best tacos in town!“

“Awesome food and awesome service! I tried every taco on the menu and loved them all!!!“

“Good food. Environment all right.“

“deliciosa comida excelente servicio“

“Dinner tonight at Margaritas at Riverbend. The atmosphere is upbeat and lively, especially near the bar, with music and a welcoming vibe. Our server, Lesly, was amazing, attentive, friendly, and incredibly efficient. She made the entire experience even better with her warm personality and professionalism. We will be back!!“

“Excellent food & service … decor traditionally done with great taste. Friendly smiles to greet you as your welcomed into there restaurant“

“I came in to try their version of Pollo fritto- fried chicken. This chicken was well marinated- fried to perfection and the sauces- 1 avocado salsa and 1 salsa picante were heavenly 😋 they underestimated me as they were unaware I am fluent in Spanish so I quickly changed the interaction ordering my food in Spanish and we both smiled and chatted while I waited for my food. This place is so welcoming and warm with great authentic dishes and I love the fact they make tortillas from scratch! The taste is so much better and natural!“

“Very nice place, and good service“

“We were seated for 15 minutes before someone came to bring us water. We decided to place our food order at this time to ensure we didn't have to wait another 15 minutes for someone to return. This was my pre birthday celebration and it was not a good overall experience.“

“nt lunch w family great food , I took mc donald for my 5 year old autistic son waiter came to me saying i couldnt bring outside food i explain situation he said it was policy i asked for manager ubaldo came and talked to us that it was food code standard he was proffesional but I didnt like the situation we was put in bc we go to eat many restaurants never had this issue my son is autistic picky eater and had this happen we felt uncomfortable my son started to cry they have to have autism awareness , after that service was great but be more careful how treat people“

“Food is always great service is on point“

“Cabo’s nailed it! Our server Stu was amazing—so on point and made sure we had everything we needed. You could tell he really cared about making our experience great. Shoutout to managers Ronaldo and Laura, who both personally checked in on us throughout the meal and even helped with drink refills. It’s rare to see that level of care from the whole team. The fajitas were sizzling and flavorful, and the burrito tequila was packed with flavor. Can’t wait for our next visit!“

“Great restaurant for an authentic Mexican meal. Our food came out piping hot and it was delicious! We had an event at the Coliseum, so the location was perfect, service was efficient and we were out the door on time! I'm 100% sure it will become a tradition for us.“

“Good delicious everything clean good people“

“A fantastic food truck with excellent service

As someone who certifies themselves as “not a fan of Mexican food”, the tacos that we ordered were amazing

The red hot sauce sneaks up on you with some face melting spice, it hurts so good though

Glad that this was my first experience with North Carolina Mexican food as someone visiting from Michigan“

“So impressed by this place. As many of said, don’t let the line turn you away. It goes so quickly, like a well oiled machine. Then the manager, friendliest person ever, will chat with you in line and if you’re a “rookie” give you the rundown of how it works. Chipotle BYE!! Had the firecracker chicken, adobo pork in a spinach wrap with zucchini, mushrooms. Absolutely delicious. Crushed it! Will need to eat here again before I leave the area. Again, owner and manager are the BEST and so welcoming. This is a gem and my absolute place so far.“

“Wow going to Como Mexico was amazing they have the best authentic mexican food in charlotte i really recommend this place is really pretty.“

“Always friendly to me. sense first time, home stile, plus pork Carnitas the ? best, good rice, good flavor beans. For me, it works !! It is a family restaurant that makes me feel comfortable. Hope helps you. Nothing fantasy is just normal.“