48 Best Mexican Restaurants in Durham

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

“The Barbacoa Crunch wrap was one of the most amazing things I've ever eaten. Fantastic! I wasn't a fan of the fire roasted salsa, but my husband liked it. The queso was delicious with the chips. Grab a Mexican Coke and you won't be disappointed.“

“Stop in for lunch and was not disappointed. I had the Asada Taco they had a really great flavor and were very tender. The food was ready shortly after we ordered and delivered to our table. The salsa was really good and had a great flavor and some heat to it.“

“Taco place is located inside of a bar. Simple menu. Straightforward pricing. Delicious! My only caveat is that there is a tonnnn of rice on the side for some dishes. Thought it was interesting other dishes have Fritos as their side. About a 15 minute wait for two dishes, I think.“

“Wonderful experience- hosted a party at Mez. The GM Jamie , Dining Director April and their team were very professional and took care of all detail - printed personalized drink menu and allowed decoration setup, worked a prescribed menu with us. Drinks margaritas were great; appetizer quesadia ( veg), mini tacos ( veg and chicken) and enchiladas along with Churros/ chocolate + Tres Leches was excellent. Thank you Mez team“

“Very much the feel of a home cooked meal; tacos are my go-to and they have the widest selection of meats I've seen yet in the area. They came out great.They also have a lot of specialty dishes that I'm eager to try in future visits.

Parking: There are a couple of spots in their lot, but during busier times, street parking might be the way to go“

“Highly recommend, incredibly good food at a reasonable price and authentic“

“I love Latino Tacos, especially for the hamburgers, I have never found another place with those hamburgers that it seems like I am eating in Mexico, I love them, the delicious hot dogs. 100% professional and recommended

Kid-friendliness: Very friendly staff.“

“The service is friendly and the place and the food are familiar, I particularly like it a lot.

Parking: The parking lot is small but you can find a place.

Kid-friendliness: The place is not very big and it is suitable for children as long as parents keep an eye on them because there are a couple of somewhat high steps that could be dangerous for children if you as a parent do not pay attention to them.“

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

“Food was amazing, the service was fantastic and the prices were great as well.“

“Great atmosphere, delicious drinks and amazing food! Highly recommend the burritos, especially the Burrito Al Pastor. Will definitely be back.“

“Tried Taqueria Jalisco today since it is close to my neighborhood and aw hells yeah this is the real deal. The quesabirria is totally on point.“

“I recently hosted an event for about 60 attendees and chose Mas Chingon Mexican Grill for catering—and they truly delivered an exceptional experience!

We opted for a fajita spread featuring beef, chicken, and vegetable options, accompanied by rice, beans, and guacamole. Every dish was flavorful and freshly prepared, earning rave reviews from our guests. The guacamole, in particular, was a standout—creamy and perfectly seasoned.

Ernesto and his team at Mas Chingon was professional and accommodating, ensuring timely delivery and a seamless setup. Their attention to detail and commitment to quality made the entire process stress-free.

If you're in the Durham area and in need of top-notch Mexican catering, I highly recommend Mas Chingon Mexican Grill. Their delicious food and excellent service will undoubtedly enhance any event.“

“1 de mis lugares favoritos los huaraches son riquisimos✨️✨️✨️😉“

“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.“

“I’ve never had a bad meal here.“

“Definitely the best Mexican restaurant I’ve ever been to, the food is ready in 5 minutes after you order, very affordable.“

“Torta asada is excellent.“

“Their shrimp tacos are the best! The slaw is tasty, the salsas are bright and flavorful with just the right amount of spice. I also love her tamales, when she has them! I come here every week, they are always kind and I never wait too long for my food. Thank you !“

“Tried for the first time tonight and I will definitely be returning!! Everything we tried was fabulous, from the queso to the sopes! They were so so Good!! Very friendly staff (attentive) we had three different people check on us! I would give them 10/10! Must try!!“

“Both the atmosphere and service were great.

I especially enjoyed the shrimp tacos. They were very flavorful and SEASONED.

My partner said her green empanadas were good as well.

The only thing I wish they had were traditional chips and salsa, but I will be back if I’m in Durham!“

“I don't feel the need to write a review often, but for this place (and my love of great tacos) I will do it. These guys make the real stuff, fresh tortilla, house made salsas and chips and etc, great flavors, nothing fancy, just traditional done well. REALLY good tacos (working my way through the rest of the menu, but I am confident it is solid). The chef/owner is pretty much always there and you can tell he cares about his food. It's always delicious IMHO. I have lived in LA-CA, Central America, spent a lot of time in Cuba and I am GF so I eat (and have eaten) A LOT of tacos. These are really solid tacos. These are my favorite in Durham.“

“authentic home made. amazing“

“Everything here is great.“

“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!“

“I ordered the quesabirria it came with chips and queso. It was so good, it was a wait but definitely worth it. Everything was fresh even the specialty lemonade was good. I recommend 10/10!“

“Great service, great food“

“Great food. Fast service with chips and salsa to snack on while you wait. Been eating here 20 yrs.“

“Great Mexican bar! Stopped after the Durham Art Festival for drinks and appetizers between lunch and dinner and was not disappointed. The vibe was modern Mexican in all the right ways. Drinks were creative and delicious. Very good service and appetizers were also good. I love how downtown Durham has evolved. Looking forward to returning.“

“Food here is great!! Delicious“

“Found these guys on the way back to Cary and the food is beyond amazing! Everything is fresh and made to order. Delicious!!! Will definitely be back! Worth the drive from Cary. I highly recommend them! Oh and the customer service is beyond awesome!“

“Our waitress was so sweet and friendly!! Kept our drinks filled and kept asking was everything okay. Food was great, highly recommend!“

“Great margaritas and food was delicious!! Excellent service as well!“

“I'm here from Texas and lived in Mexico City for a little while. Coming to North Carolina，good Mexican food was not an expectation. But last night I saw people standing out in the cold eating by this truck and so I stopped in. Wonderful birria and wonderful people. I will be back - can't wait to taste the rest of the menu.“

“I picked up choripollo. The food was delicious, the best chorizo I’ve had in a while. Also great service during check out.PSA: From the outside, it looks like the lights are off because of the tinted door glass. So if sign is on it’s open.“

“This place is delicious. Great food for very fair prices, portions are huge. It's your local, solid, Mexican spot that doesn't disappoint.

The staff is always very friendly, the manager/owner does a great job. To give an example: I ordered takeout and got not even 1 minute down the road and they called to let me know they forgot something. To fix an error before I even knew of it is impressive.

Give it a shot!!“

“The food is fresh and delicious. The restaurant it's self, has a very "down home" vibe. Nothing special or extravagant. The staff appears to be family, and a funny little kid running around. Like, eating out of my mother's kitchen. Very good!“

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

“Who knew that there was a tortilleria just a few minutes drive from my home?! As everyone has said, you can get fresh, hot tortillas when you walk in. Make sure you ask for the tortillas since they bring them fresh from the back. The tortillas come by the pound with 1 lb being about 12-14 tortillas. They are made with white corn and are absolutely delicious! Made taco night simply amazing. They also have a small amount of Mexican groceries so a good place to check for Mexican food items. Will be back for these tortillas again!“

“We went to lunch at NuvoTaco today and it was amazing. The environment, food and management was incredible!!“

“One of the best food truck experiences I've ever had! Absolutely fantastic food, and the service was amazing. So nice! I can't wait to go back.“

“Very good food, the pupusas de queso are very delicious, very friendly staff as well. Will definitely come back to this place.“

“Great food, fast and super friendly service!“

“Sorry no pictures. Food was delicious!
This was my second time coming here and food quality still remains a priority for them.

They are definitely not getting recognized enough by the few reviews they have. I can say this isn’t just another Mexican food truck, but one that is actually authentic. I highly recommend and will be back when in the area. Thank you El Coco Loco for the great food, drink and service.

I had a mushroom quesadilla (on corn tortilla) and a fresh homemade watermelon drink. None of that powdered drink stuff“

“calid atmosphere, good service, awesome margaritas.“