50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Fairfield

“We had an amazing dining experience at the Tortas Lokas.

From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming.
Staff were outstanding—attentive, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu.

We travel all USA from east to west and order Birria tacos every place I visit, these tacos were packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and incredibly satisfying.

The Torta Chilanga just as impressive—filled with juicy, well-seasoned ingredients.

Everything was delicious and clearly made with quality ingredients.

If you're looking for great Mexican food this is the place to go! I highly recommend it and will definitely be back if I find myself back in NJ.“

“Love the tortas & tacos! A+“

“muy amables y servisiales“

“Our first time going to the Totowa location (met up with friends for lunch). Staff was very friendly and helpful - we decided to eat outside and they brought the food to us quickly. We had the tacos, regular bowl with carnitas and fajita bowl with steak and pina-mango drink. Food was very tasty and freshly made. Will come back to try El Pastor. Definitely recommend Sombrero Tacoria.“

“Our first time going to the Totowa location (met up with friends for lunch). Staff was very friendly and helpful - we decided to eat outside and they brought the food to us quickly. We had the tacos, regular bowl with carnitas and fajita bowl with steak and pina-mango drink. Food was very tasty and freshly made. Will come back to try El Pastor. Definitely recommend Sombrero Tacoria.“

“Very delicious food. Stopped by in the evening looking for a quick bite. I ordered the shrimp tacos and the al pastor which are my two favorite types of tacos. Both tasted really great, however the al pastor had a much better flavor overall.
I also tried the chips and salsa. Chips tasted like they are fried in house (in a good way) I didn't love the salsa too much. The texture and flavor was a little off for me. Maybe there are beans blended in? Not worth docking a star for this because overall I really enjoyed my meal and will be back again.
Atmosphere is very nice as well. The decor is welcoming and the staff was really friendly as well.“

“Don't get me started on this resturaunt. If I die of a heart attack, it WILL be because I eat too much food here. And I'd die HAPPY. This resturaunt is exquisite and potentially some of the best Mexican food in the county. First, you can get Mexican Coke. Second, the seasoning they use might as well be sold by it's own. I've tried near everything on the menu and when somebody asks me what to get, I'd say I don't know. Because everything is great. The owner is incredibly kind. Larga vida a los tacos es vida!“

“🤩⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🤩 Recommend you all to stop by and eat their Jus’antastic tacos“

“Amazing food !!! Highly recommended… Fast delivery service“

“amazing food and service couldn't ask for a better place for a quick and easy dinner“

“Stopped by for a quick lunch snd had enough leftover for dinner too. Great food and great staff Than you“

“Great place to eat . I love the food and atmospheres.. Go for the chicken chimichangas!!!“

“I’m not a big review guy but this place is one of those exceptions because of how FANTASTIC the food here is. I don’t eat out much and prefer eating healthier at home because eating out makes me feel bad BUT THIS PLACE NEVER makes me feel like poop. A+++++++ “

“Amazing authentic Mexican food. I recommend the quesadilla with Carnitas. It’s made with a traditional corn tortilla and and is out of this world. Not much seating inside. Really only meant for takeout, but I promise you you won’t be disappointed. Staff is very friendly.“

“I've been in LH for a year and just got take out this evening. My burrito was so tasty! The chips and salsa were amazing. I will be back soon!“

“Delicious for eating in or taking out. I prefer to eat at this beautiful restaurant if I have the time. As I vegetarian I appreciate the delicious veggie entrees, and the complementary chips and salsa are wonderful!“

“The food was absolutely amazing and the owners extremely friendly. This place is a diamond in the rough for sure! Value is beyond reasonable as a matter of fact I've payed twice as much in other places and received much less! We will be back!!“

“Great food, great workers, amazing portion sizes.“

“Great food and Margaritas always! A cute and cozy interior with Mexican vibes. The staff is very friendly! Outdoor dining too if you want. 👍🏼😎🍹🥑“

“Fun. They shared my birthday Danced. Good food“

“Food was great! You can tell they really take pride in what they serve. We have the steak, nachos, beef fajitas, beef tacos, and dessert. All of it was super yummy!! I would say the flavor was on point meeting. It was flavorful, but not too spicy or too, sweet etc..

Our server was exceptionally personable, ready to provide recommendations, but only after she asked what we liked! Her recommendations across-the-board were perfect!! we will definitely be there again“

“La comida está muy bien. Tiene bien servicio. Lo recomiendo“

“Best tacos ever and so much more. Innovative special each week.“

“Awesome atmosphere. I come here every week for consistently great food. Nice workers. Maria is very kind and cares deeply about your Bubbakoo’s experience. Carnitas are out of this world and the store is always so clean. Highly recommend.“

“Hands down one of the greatest places to eat full of flavor and the food is so fresh 100% would really“

“I didn’t know what authentic Mexican food was until I came here. This is hands down the most delicious Mexican food I have ever tried. Carlos, the son of the chef, provided outstanding service and was extremely professional as a server. I love this restaurant!“

“I had an amazing experience here! The food was absolutely delicious — every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented. The service was top-notch; the staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel truly welcome. Prices were very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. Overall, a fantastic dining experience. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“We love this place! Started coming at the beginning of COVID, they have outside seating, BYOB and are dog friendly. Food is great!“

“Fandango’s street tacos are awesome. We took a tray of these to a New Year’s Eve party in Glen Ridge and they were a big hit!“

“delicious bowls. And I was pleasantly surprised at the value prices.“

“Margaritas are the best. Beef burritos are great. Chips and salsa top notch“

“My initial review was 5 stars, and while the food is still delicious with great flavor, their portions have decreased. Their loaded nachos were the best, use to fill the container to the top. Now, it’s half the portion with barely any ground beef. Their Tacos Dorados platter with rice and beans only comes with 3 tacos, not 5 tacos as depicted in the menu’s photo, which is a bit misleading. I really love their food though, I guess my only complaint is I’m not getting enough of it 🥹 I understand the current inflation requires our favorite restaurants to increase prices, I hope they don’t ever compromise quality and portion.“

“yep good food ill come back for sure“

“Went to eat lunch with my mom. The server Ethan was great did a great job had a great smile I’ll def be back“

“Excellent food and service“

“Great food and service. Varied menu. Large amount of seating inside and a good amount outside. The food is reasonably priced for downtown south orange. Family friendly.

Kid-friendliness: They have high chairs and food kids typically will eat“

“Some of the best Mexican food I have ever had! Steak burrito is excellent and shrimp tacos are AMAZING! My husband and I prefer the truck food over the physical restaurant location, the food seems more flavorful. The prices are great and the service is very friendly.“

“We got the chicken quesadilla and tamales, they were fresh, hot and delicious. The decor is fun too! It's a great casual spot for Mexican dishes, definitely recommend!

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly place, even have a kids menu.“

“First time here and I have to say the food is very good. In my opinion, better than Chipotle. Very tasty as well as Large portions.“

“They serve authentic Mexican and it is delicious! I eat the tacos 2-3 times a week!“

“My absolute favorite place for Mexican. The food is soooo good and I cannot get enough! They are also the nicest people and give the best service! I will be forever a customer. I highly recommend!!!“

“I love the food, everything is so delicious 😋 I recommend a lot, great service and cozy atmosphere 💜“

“I’ve been to this location almost everyday to get lunch and it’s always great and friendly service from all the staff members. I order online and my order is always ready to go on time with no issues. My food is also always made correctly and not a single mistake made at the time of writing this. Raoul is always super helpful and welcoming.“

“I love their food, everything is always fresh never old and taste so delicious!! I highly recommend this place ! I give them 20 ☆'s !!!“

“For the first time we visited Tinga for the Halloween Dog event on the patio at Tinga. We had an awesome time and the food was awesome! Service was great! We will definitely be back again. Thank you Tinga for a a great experience at your event!!!“

“Always good! My go to take out spot whether it be tacos, salads, burritos and more! My fave are the tostones and yucca fries!!! The point of the not so seasoned meat is to enjoy the made from scratch sauces on your food. It’s all in the sauces!“

“I've only had the chicken or beef tacos but they taste delicious! Add a little salsa verde, hits the spot. I'm here at least once a week for them. Also take out, I'm sure they're plated better if you dine in. Tacos are $8. About 10 minute wait, cooked to order.“

“I recently discovered a hidden gem in West Orange, NJ – Folklore Artisanal Taco – and it instantly became my go-to spot for authentic and delicious tacos. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by Sonya, who was taking orders with a warm smile and exceptional kindness. Her attentiveness and great recommendations added to the delightful experience.

I decided to try the shrimp tacos based on Sonya's suggestion, and they did not disappoint. Each taco was generously loaded with perfectly cooked shrimp, nestled in a soft corn tortilla and topped with fresh onions and cilantro or mixed cabbage. The side of salsa verde and aioli was the perfect complement, adding a burst of flavor to every bite. With four tacos per order, it was a satisfying and hearty meal.

The guacamole and chips were another highlight of my visit. The guacamole was fresh and flavorful, perfectly paired with the crispy chips. To top off the meal, I enjoyed a refreshing hibiscus water, which was a wonderful complement to the savory tacos and guacamole.

Folklore Artisanal Taco is truly a standout spot with its fantastic food, inviting atmosphere, and exceptional service. If you're in West Orange, NJ, make sure to stop by and treat yourself to this culinary delight!“

“Loveeee this place.. the atmosphere on the weekends is great and the food is sooo good. I crave their chicken nachos all the time, didn’t know nachos could be so good“