10 Best Mexican Restaurants near Cherokee

“We wanted authentic Mexican food and if you are too this is definitely the place to go it really makes you feel like your in Mexico the decor and everything the food came out very quickly and delicious 10/10Kid-friendliness: Candy 25 to 50 cents each“

“Amazing food! Staff was extremely nice. Great atmosphere. Usually restaurants question my ordering, since it is vegetarian, but they did not once. Order came out perfect! 4 Queens Mexican Grill will definitely be a must eat every time we come into town.“

“Have been to Cherokee several times and have never seen or heard of this restaurant. Not even a recommendation. In fact it's in a shopping center!! But when I tell you this was as authentic and delicious as anyone that wasn't of the culture could expect, I mean it. I ate everything!! Delicious. If in the Cherokee area, try it out you won't be disappointed.“

“Good quality Mexican food cooked by a genuine Mexican chef. Wife had carnitas (lunch portion) and it was more than she could eat. She shared with me and they were delicious. I had the luncheon sized Burrito de carne asada with a cheese sauce topping. Beef was tender and abundant. Definitely going to be a regular lunch stop. A year has passed and this is still a favorite Mexican restaurant. Burritos de lengua are a simple creation featuring wonderful roast tongue and a simple cheese sauce and deliciousness. Dinner time is a bit more crowded, but the food is worth the wait.“

“I tried the Cactus Mexican Kitchen food truck this afternoon. It is parked in front of BC Outdoors every Thursday. I ordered the Quesadilla with New York strip. It was very good. They also included pineapple pieces and a cup of green sauce. The young lady in the take out window was very friendly.“

“I second all the 5 star reviews. We were greeted by the owner, one of the nicest people we've ever met. She gave us good recommendations and even made us special salsa picante. She came by to check on us multiple times.Thank you.We were served with warm fresh chips and self serve salsa. The food was delicious, huge portions (the tilapia plate can probably serve 2 people) and reasonable price. None of us could finish our food. We also had some cold beer and horchata. All was delicious. We will definitely come back.Super bonus point: bathrooms are very clean. Love love“

“The tacos here are as close to authentic street tacos as you'll find anywhere, especially in western North Carolina.The store itself has a nice selection of of goodies, from a wall of spices to a wide array harder to find (in large grocery stores) snacks and sweets.Of course no tienda is complete without fresh postries...and this place has some delivered regularly.Now, if you're wanting real deal tacos and such, but don't speak Spanish, have no fear. Everyone I spoke with is bilingual.So go get yourself some tacos...or maybe a torta. Grab some stuff that looks interesting.Your stomach will thank you.“

“I got the chicken nachos which was really good they was different from the nachos I’m used to from other Mexican restaurants (they didn’t put cheese dip over the nachos it was more like shredded Mexican cheese) however it was really good! We also got the queso dip as an appetizer which was one of the best cheese dips I’ve had.“

“Very good food and friendly servers. I loved the fajitas. My friend got the flour tortilla cheese nachos and they looked great. the inside is very nicely decorated and spacious. there is good music playing and the price will probably be about $20 for a good meal“

“I called yesterday and asked if they served tamales. I was told they had pork tamales, three for $10.00. I walked in and ordered take out. The man asked if I wanted beef and sauce on top of the tamales. I opted to have the sauce on the side. It was very tasty. The man who waited on me was friendly.“