50 Best Mexican Restaurants in Brooklyn

“Loved this spot a lot.

Top dishes: steak tacos, chicken a las brazos l, sun gold tomato and squash taco, guacamole! Shrimp tostada

Honorable mentions: patatas braveas, chilaquiles, tuna tostada

No good: mango appetizer… it was too sweet with a sticky gelatinous texture.. flavor not great, all 4 people in my group did not like.. should remove from menu

Decor and vibe are great“

“First time eating here, the food is amazing! I have a shellfish allergy and the server had so many options for me. The chips and salsa sooo good, the tostada atún soooooooo good, I’m currently still here about to eat fish tacos. Also the mock tails are soooooo good!!!! 20/10 rating. Will come again!!!!!“

“Phenomenal Mexican food and a fun atmosphere“

“Braulio our bartender was amazing, knowledgeable and provided exceptional service ?. The octopus and steak were delicious, tender, and had the perfect char. If you're lucky you may meet the owner Chris and Owner/Chef Gerardo who are warm and welcoming and great conversation ? Going back for brunch soon. The Mezcal sangria is chef's ?“

“everything was delicious, atmosphere was fantastic, service was great. Highly recommended!“

“It’s my fav neighborhood spot, and some of the best Mexican food I’ve found in NY/BK. Staff are really nice, drinks are great, and the new meat tacos are rad.

Vegetarian options: They recently added meat the the menu but it has an extensive vegetarian and they use corn flour tortillas“

“Delicioso. Gente amistosa.“

“Great value for the amount of food you get! I highly recommend - it's fast and very reasonable when it comes to price. It's a seat yourself type of restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating - very casual.

Vegetarian options: Eggplant tacos“

“The first time I heard about this place was when I saw their huge sign while driving. My friends and I decided to give it a try and enjoy the food. Since they were running late (or maybe I just arrived too early!), I ended up sitting at the bar and ordered a happy hour margarita with chamoy and Tajín on the rim. For $20, it included chips and guac or salsa—not bad at all. The margarita was delicious, and the chips were fresh.

Once my friends arrived, we ordered a few dishes to share: the enchiladas, tacos a la barbacoa, and tres leches cake. Everything was good, though the food itself wasn’t something we’d rave about, but we definitely enjoyed the overall vibe. I do want to mention that the staff was fantastic—friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable.“

“Stumbled across Chavela's totally on accident(thanks maps for taking me to the wrong place.) The food, the drinks, the service, all so amazing. Our server, I think her name was Mary, was amazing and friendly. I can't wait to come back!!!“

“Such an incredible experience . Tasting menu was amazing !“

“We had a great meal wit tasty cocktails here.“

“I had the pizza birria it was delicious ?. The service too & everything is made in front of you fresh love the salsa station. This is no restaurant is more like a Mexican Bodega with a Flat Top. Quick Tip Get Some Mexican Paletas ( Ice Cream )“

“The pastor is tasty and their rice & meat plates rock“

“This place is wonderful. Great cocktails, great food, great service. I've been here probably two dozen times in the last year. Their mission statement and commitment to Mexican communities making the best Mezcal that's out there is wild to me. If you have the money to go out and spend, doing so here is going to really great places. Also the owner is just the nicest person.“

“Came for my husbands birthday. Birthday card was at the table which was nice. Service was friendly the best deal for the price was the whole sea bass that came with 6 tortillas and a spicy green sauce. The ribs with pineapple chutney & the Beet salad were very delicious too. The portion size of the beet salad was worth the price. Did not get the tacos, $18 for only two tacos seemed too excessive. Desert menu seemed simple in comparison to the other food items so we skipped that and went somewhere else for dessert. Favorite cocktail was the ‘Cosecha’ beautiful stirred cocktail with lacto fermented honey, palo santo, Sherry, & reposado tequila! The non-alcoholic horchata could have been a bit sweeter or with more baking spice flavor but I still enjoyed it.“

“Funky locals joint with very good food and fantastic mixed drinks. Is the food authentic... No. Is the food delicious... Absolutely! The staff there were amazing and friendly. The bartender created fantastic mixed drinks. The place has a really funky vibe and they play really good music. I'd go back again.“

“I been here twice and loved it. We had the spicy jalapeño margaritas which were really good. We had queso fundido and elote for appetizer which was delicious . They have a brunch menu until 5pm. The steak from the brunch menu was also delicious and so were the enchiladas that we had. Overall, the food was great and ambiance too.“

“Los mejores tacos de Nueva York“

“The restaurant is beautiful and the food was delicious!“

“Best Latin fusion joint in South Brooklyn“

“Food and service are great. Staff is very professional and they encourage you to come back. Best drinks in town. Love it ❤“

“Nice vibe, great cocktails, solid food.“

“This place is amazingly curated from a beautiful architectural design to super fresh and absolutely delicious food from apps, steak and desserts and the drinks are perfect and unique. Thank you and we will be regulars to the Sunset Park Landmark.“

“delicious tortas! and healthy juice!“

“Let me emphasize this, NOBODY and I do mean NOBODY, makes a delicious bowl the way Tacobees do. I live far and order with extra charges through Ubereats because it’s just that good and worth every penny. I get burritos the size of a tiny baby. I should know because I’ve had tiny humans before and those burritos are at least 2lbs or more lol.

The way the burritos and bowls are made, is just so good. They don’t skimp out on anything. It’ll be full to the absolute brim. Their queso and guac is hands down the best out of all other chains (Chipotle, Moe’s and Qdoba.) The steak and honey chicken is just chefs kiss. I love how my delivery is also always warm and the most important part, correct. They just get me and can take my check any weekend!“

“Très belle découverte. Nourriture excellente et très bon service.“

“So fabulous! Delicious food! Amazing service! If you are any where near Brooklyn, it is a must!!“

“it was all great! food/drinks/service all awesome!“

“I feel bad for people who haven’t spent their money here!! The entire menu is so delicious and the service is the best!

I have celiac disease and it can be difficult to find safe gluten free restaurants to eat at but I’ve never had an issue here!“

“We had a great experience at Xolo! We started off with the guacamole and chips and the ahi tuna tostadas, so fresh! All of our entrees were filled with flavor and some of the BIGGEST burritos I ever seen! Margaritas are amazing too! Deff try this place out!“

“It's a nice chill spot for a couple or group of friends. The food is really good and it comes to your table quickly. The people are very nice. They also have take out..there is street parking and a rest room. Wheel chairs are ok since it's on the street level. With no ramp. And small outdoor dining space

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes a wheelchair can get into the place. It's ground level, no steps. They can dine-in or take out.“

“Everything we tried was good, would pretty happily eat here again. Service was good and interior was cute. Portions felt slightly small for the price, but I suppose you’re not supposed to get stuffed at lunch. We visited with two non-vegans who also seemed pretty satisfied Updated from previous review on 2025-02-09“

“Exelente servicio y la comida muy rica“

“This a very Nice restaurant the food was excellent we really enjoyed dinner and the staff was very friendly. I really recommend this restaurant. XXX“

“Great food! enjoyed the experience....“

“New favorite Mexican in the neighborhood for date night - cocktails are great, food is delicious and generous portions. Staff is nice and attentive.

My fav part is their playlist, I’ve been 3 times now and playlist is just perfection“

“Los mejores tacos de Nueva York“

“IN LOVE with the Bandera Burrito. May overthrow my other favorite mexican burrito order.. only time will tell. But I already want to order another one. So much meat in it so filling so massive so delicious props to the chefs. And the price is the same for Postmates as it is in store?? “

“Came in on a Friday at noon - the interior was welcoming and clean. I ordered the La Callejera and it was delicious! Service was quick and very nice. Portion was big for me - ended up eating half and will be eating other half for dinner. Would definitely come in again. Order total was about 21 for the torta and a Mexican coke.“

“Excellent food, texture, presentation, drinks and service.“

“Wow, where do I even start?! The customer service here is out of this world! Karen went above and beyond, letting me try all three of their drinks, and WOW—that horchata hit every flavor palette perfectly. I ended up buying a small, and she even threw one in for my friend on the house! Then she let me try her favorite dish—the Al Pastor—and let me tell you, that meat was seasoned to perfection! The little grilled pineapples? Chef’s kiss!

Now, let’s talk about the Birria Pizza. LET ME TELL YOU SOMETHING—this was EVERYTHING and beyond! The beef was incredibly well-seasoned, the guacamole knocked it out of the park, and the combination of flavors with the cheese and pico de gallo was just insane! And the best part? The slice held together beautifully, packed with flavor in every single bite. Trust me, one slice is enough to get you semi-stuffed—eat two, and you might as well clock out for the day!

While waiting, I also had a chicken taco, and again, the flavors were on point! Everything blended together perfectly, making every bite a delight.

If you’re craving authentic Mexican tacos and a next-level Birria Pizza, this is the spot! I’ll definitely be back!“

“Been coming here for over 10 years. Everyone is super friendly. Food is always good!“

“Cute Mexican restaurant with outdoor seating and the staff was very nice. Delicious drinks as well.

We really liked their steak quesadillas, packed with flavor! They also had an interesting hotdog with sour cream as well.“

“Best service and best Mexican food and to top it off, the best dessert!“

“We stumbled upon Casa Maya while trying to fix a late night taco craving. The interior is quaint, yet cozy and inviting, and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. We were seated immediately and given the menu. The menu isn't expansive, but covers all that one would need in a place like this. We started off with the chips and guacamole which is served in what I think is a fried tortilla bowl. It was FANTASTIC! The chips were fresh and perfectly crispy. We ate the entire appetizer, including the tortilla bowl. For entrees, we opted to try four different tacos, all of which were nothing short of fantastic. We got chicken, baja fish, carnitas (pork) and birria. Of the four, the standouts were definitely the carnitas and the fish. They just had something extra in them that made them top tier. The size of the tacos were about standard, and they were all very filling, and very fairly priced.

My date opted to only have water, while I had a cocktail featuring gin, prosecco and other ingredients. I don't remember the name but it was very good. The other cocktails on the menu looked good as well, but I only had one. When I return I'll be sure to try more.

Service was very speedy and professional. The staff was always around in case of questions, and the food came out super fast. The only reason that didn't give this establishment 5 stars is because I think the interior could use a bit of an upgrade. It was a little too plain for my taste. It could be the look/vibe that they're going for, which isn't a bad thing at all. But I think they could add some lights or artwork on the walls. That's just a personal thing, and it definitely doesn't take away from anything else previously mentioned.

Overall, this is definitely a great spot for a date, quick bite, or even some drinks after work to unwind and hang out. Although it's far from where I reside in Westchester, I'm definitely planning to come back and try their other offerings. Highly recommended by yours truly“

“Authentic Mexican restaurant in an industrial and warehouse space.

Order at the counter and wait for your order in the garage. Food was pretty good, less expensive than others, good portion. For the taste, we preferred Tacombi (see other review) but price quality/ratio is unbeatable.

Service was minimal.

Recommended if you are in area.

Parking: You can find a spot on the streets“

“I know some people may argue with me, but you can tell a lot about a taco place by how well they make a chicken taco. Hear me out! Pork and beef are hard to mess up because of all the animal proteins available, they require the least amount of help to taste good. On the other hand, chicken needs a lot of it. It can either be too bland or too dry, but these tacos are juicy perfection! I don’t have a single note about them. The oyster mushroom tacos were even better! Vegetarian taco options are another true test of a taqueria and these have a smokiness that will not allow you to leave single piece behind on your plate. I ate these two, and order another set before I decided it was time to call it a night. I’ll be back for more.

Vegetarian options: Your vegan/vegetarian friend will absolutely love the oyster mushroom tacos. Trust me.

Dietary restrictions: Your vegan/vegetarian friend will absolutely love the oyster mushroom tacos. Trust me.“

“If you’re looking for delicious, authentic halal food, this food truck is an absolute must-try! The flavors are incredible, with every bite bursting with freshness and spice. The portion sizes are generous, and the quality of the meat is top-notch. The staff is friendly and welcoming, making the experience even better. Whether you’re craving a gyro, shawarma, or falafel, this place does it all perfectly. Fast service, great prices, and mouthwatering dishes—I’ll definitely be back for more! Highly recommend!“