17 Best Mexican Restaurants in Clayton

“Best Mexican food head in a while great service, everyone had smiles on“

“Ricardo provided us with excellent service.“

“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“

“comida excelente y deliciosa“

“There isn’t a Mexican restaurant anywhere near Clayton that can compare to this place especially at the price. Wednesdays and Friday $1.99 margaritas (and they’re actually great!).

Their burritos are delicious, the birria is awesome, and the service is great. I come to this place every single week and I will as long as I live here. This restaurant is clearly family run and they do a wonderful job. It doesn’t look like much when you drive by, but this is the place you wanna stop for lunch or a quick dinner. Try the Burrito Grande or Burrito Mexicano with sliced steak. Reminds me of the Mexican food on the west coast. Awesome restaurant, kind owner and staff, and good atmosphere.“

“My husband and I recently moved from California and we really miss the Mexican food back home. This is the first place that we've found that comes close to what we're used to. Their food is tasty and reasonably priced for the portions. Saul is the best! He is friendly and professional. But most of all, he is a true businessman who knows how to quickly resolve any issues and develop repeat customers. We are so pleased to have found this place so close to our new home in Clayton, NC. I highly recommend this place to anyone wanting a California taste experience.“

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

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

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

“Best tacos I've had from a food truck - hands down! Dare to compare! All ingredient were fresh, and the tacos were perfectly balanced, not overloaded or over saturated. Great service, Great flavors, Great pricing! That's a Triple G Stamp of approval~“

“Southwest Tacos chicken and veggies were fresh, tender and delicious. Southwest Tacos steak was unfortunately tough. Empanada was amazing and exactly as described with a flaky fresh crust!! Excellent prices and I will definitely be back! UPDATE 10/27/25 Ordered a steak Gordita for the first time and it tasted amazing ❤️ I wish this location in Clayton would list sour cream as an extra condiment on their delivery apps because it would have made my Empanada and Gordita over the top and a small extra charge would not have bothered me a bit😁“

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

“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!“

“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.“

“Muy rica la comida,excelente representación en los platillos y bebidas“