50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Islip Terrace

“Best bodega ever. Every thing here is great.“

“If you are looking for something different and delicious when it comes to Mexican food cravings, this is the place.
To enjoy some delicious tacos tacos or you want some original birria tacos you don't need to go that far here you can find everything prepared at the moment and to your liking with fresh ingredients and a friendly staff waiting to serve you
My favorite place to eat, I tell you that if you try them you won't regret it.“

“This is my first time ordering food from Fat Boys Burrito for my meetings (grilled chicken burritos, bang ban shrimp tacos, guacamole & chips). Their food is absolutely delicious. The variety of dishes offered, quality service and presentation is exceptional! I will definitely be ordering again. Thanks Tony and team!“

“excelente servicio...la comida riquísima....ambiente muy cálido...buena música. en fin todo es excelente“

“Right Coast Taqueria provided our lunch for our Teacher Appreciation week in Smithtown. The faculty raved about the food and presentation!! They accommodated food allergies. Great business to work with!!“

“We used them to cater a party and they week fabulous. Made sure we had enough of everything. And when we do take out they are just as great.

Vegetarian options: Great options for all.

Dietary restrictions: Great options for all.“

“Lots of seating and very clean. They have a good selection of different meals types and toppings. I ordered a shrimp bowl and it was delicious. They grilled the shrimp fresh which was great and filling. Service was fast and amazing, and pricing was good.“

“What better way to christen the brand new hot tub than with quesidilllas and margaritas from Burrito Blvd.!“

“the food was good, but they need a better air filter system the smell of burning isn't appealing while you eat. the place was clean, the servers were great. it was just another version of taco bell mixed with chipotle. but this is just my VYI's keeping it real view,we enjoyed the bowls, plenty of food in each. we will go back next month to try their salad.“

“nice simple atmosphere food is great with multiple choices,,,just had fish tacos today big and delicious, have had taco bowl, chicken steak and beef tacos, chorizo quesadillas, ordered platter of mixed tacos for family get together gone in 5 minutes no kidding, staff nice knowledgeable, family owned...right next to benkerts bakery in centereach...help their family business by stopping by...i do on my way home from work“

“This place is absolutely amazing!!!!! Jim the manager was such a nice guy and made me feel so welcomed. The food is absolutely delicious!!!!!! 10/10 recommend! The store is very clean and professional! All employees here deserve a pat on the back for making this experience so perfect! Thanks again!!“

“Ordered in and got two avocado bowls. The portions were great and the food was very flavorful. Highly recommend the steak and chicken combo on their avocado bowls. Will definitely be back“

“awesome menu items great service“

“Amazing food great service“

“Some of their food is not the same and I noticed that it’s on certain days when they have the younger ones working in the kitchen. They need to have quality control when the more experienced cooks are not working..“

“Love this place. Staff is always friendly, food always fresh and flavorful. Highly recommend for takeout or catering order, did the medium tray of chimichangas and street corn for party and everything was devoured. All party patrons complimented.“

“I’ve been on the hunt for authentic tacos, and I’m so happy to say I’ve finally found them right here in St. James. Tacos Cinco de Mayo serves the best tacos in the area hands down. The portions are generous, and the sauce bar is a great touch that lets you customize your plate just the way you like it.

So far, I’ve tried the brisket tostadas and steak tacos both were packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. I’ve heard rave reviews about the al pastor and birria as well (though I don’t eat pork), and I wouldn’t be surprised if they’re just as amazing.

The taqueria is cozy, with seating for around 8 tables, and their drinks are all made in-house. I really enjoyed the Jamaica and tamarindo, and they also offer horchata and passion fruit.

It’s such a great addition to our town, authentic, flavorful, and welcoming. Highly recommend!“

“So authentic and great service! The worry dolls were an added bonus as I was there with my daughter. Perfect birthday, love the philanthropy also! Guacamole was the best I’ve ever had.“

“Our GO TO place. I need to be gouten free and this place hooks me up! Been going there for at least 16 years, never got glutened. Food is great staff is great.

Vegetarian options: Many choices my daughter is vegetarian and she always picks something delish

Dietary restrictions: My son and I are gluten free they are extreemly knowledgeable, attentive and kind.

Parking: Extra parking behind the building“

“I go to this restaurant twice a month with my friend usually around 11 AM and get breakfast. Imagine how shocked I was Find out breakfast was no longer available during the week? The restaurant has changed names and menus, but to take breakfast completely off the table during the week I find it outrageous we’ve been going here for years now we have to find a new place. Even if they offered a couple of choices fruit, eggs or brunch special it would have been nice.My friend and I are so disappointed.☹️
You are right I changed my review to four stars, but it doesn’t change the fact you don’t have breakfast
I specifically said you don’t offer breakfast during the week that’s Monday through Friday, no breakfast, that’s five days out of seven you don’t offer breakfast. Having 1 thing does not considered you having a breakfast menu. It ok though it’s Deer Park theres millions of places that have food especially breakfast we will just move on. I gave you two stars because we have to move on because of you.

Parking: I park in handicapped and it’s right in front of the front door. It’s very convenient“

“Went here yesterday for their Cinco de Mayo celebration, and I’m glad we did! Starting at 6p they had a Mexican mariachi band, and it was such good entertainment.The restaurant was packed as you would expect on this day, but the service was phenomenal. It didn’t matter whose table we were assigned to, everyone helped in all different stages of our meal.We started off with a coconut margarita and a peach margarita. They were good and you could taste the alcohol that put in there.The second and third coconut margarita came with real coconut in the drink, and that definitely was a seller for us.They start off with fresh made tortilla chips and homemade salsa. The salsa was fresh and great flavor, however if you can handle even a tiny bit of spice, I wouldn’t have it. It got hotter the more you ate it.We ordered their ‘alitas con chipotle’ which is their chicken wings, and oh goodness they were great. Only thing I have to say is they are double fried and on the smaller side, but their chipotle sauce was the best sauce I’ve ever tasted in my life. It is on the hotter side, but to me personally it was not too bad, the the flavor was bursting in my mouth. We actually ordered another side of the sauce for the wings because it was practically drinkable as is, and then another side for our entrees.We ordered ‘camarones caribeños’ which is their coconut shrimp with fries and salad. The coconut shrimp had appeared to be burnt when it was set on the table, however they weren’t and it was delicious. We dipped the coconut shrimp into the chipotle sauce… and that is what this place should offer with this dish. The sweet and savory together really burst in your mouth. The fries were typical fries, soft and could’ve been fried a tad more.We also ordered their ‘fajitas en Sartén’ with chicken. It came out sizzling with green peppers, onions, and tomatoes with a plate of guacamole, refried beans, rice and sour cream. We poured the chipotle sauce on the fajitas, and once again, we were baffled with the taste fusion.We loved this sauce so much that I told our waitress that I would buy the sauce if they were willing to sell it to me. I asked her to give me however much she could, and she gave me 4oz.We additionally ordered the ‘flan de tres leches’ and it tasted like a flan, and less like tres leches.Overall, would come back here in a heart beat.“

“Great food and cocktails, the owner is completely invested in your experience.“

“We come here often for lunch. The buffalo and Vanessa burritos are our favs plus the quesadillas are the best around and huge. This review is specifically about catering order I placed over the weekend. We made a very last minute order for a taco party pack and Avocados went out of their way to accommodate. The food was great and large portions as always.“

“los tacos de birria con su consome son lo mejor y si pides un agua fresca de tamarindo .. los mejores que e probado ...“

“Always a great experience at viva la vida! Great food, atmosphere and service. Highly recommend“

“Friendly staff, great variety of food!🌮🌯“

“Wow just wow. So good. I got the hot table food which there was a wide selection. Very affordable. My small plate with rice and chicken was only $5. The chicken literally fell off the bone so delicious. I couldn’t believe how good it was. I wanted to take a video/pic but I couldn’t stop eating maybe next time.“

“The tacos, the nachos, the burritos, the quesadillas, this is the place you never knew you needed!! By the way they have more yummy choices, I just haven’t gotten through them yet!!“

“I ordered shrimp tacos and chips with guacamole. Their guacamole is so, so good! Creamy and salty and not too oniony. The shrimp had a nice sear on them and the condiments added good flavor. Price point was excellent for shrimp.

Parking: The lot for this shopping center is poorly designed, and lots of customers park along the fire lanes because they think who they are, but there’s an overflow lot behind salsa salsa and the laundromat that is easier and sometimes even closer than if you were to try to park in the main lot.

Kid-friendliness: The dining space is small but the metal tables and booths are good for kids. High top counter seating available as well.“

“I'm here at least twice a week! Great food served by great people🙂 I love this place“

“The staff is amazing and incredible ❤️😍 . The bathrooms as we all know is important it tells you about them . OMG 🤯 super clean WOW... Amazing and incredible came to mind. Staff is bilingual they speak Spanish and English very well I say. I let them think I was English . It was a amazing and incredible time .“

“Used to get here every night after the gym, top quality, with great portions and friendly staff. This place was my go to favorite

But i don’t know what happened someone crashed through the front and they haven’t given an update on anywhere which is kind of strange.“

“Amazing authentic Mexican restaurant in East Northport. Cozy restaurant with amazing service

Yummy refreshing white sangria

Amazing fish tacos and chicken tacos

And the mole on the enchiladas is almost as yummy as the mole made during the Mole Festival in San Francisco Tetlanochan, Tlaxcala, Mexico

You have to try it“

“The food was delicious. I ordered a grilled chicken taco and classic beef taco. The food was the perfect temperature and the seasoning with sour cream on top was great. It was a buy one get one free promotion from Ubereats.
I did not dine inside but I did a pick up for my order and the cashier was pretty quick and friendly during the brief interaction.“

“Some of the best food and service around. The most authentic vibe and experience and greatest atmosphere around. Couldn't recommend a place higher. It's my favorite Mexican restaurant on Long Island. Not only for all I mentioned above, but because the food absolutely top tier. The best Mexican food I've had in the area.“

“Nice place and attendants“

“Hidden gem, big food portions! Don't overlook this little place it's one of my favorites on the island I'm a vegetarian and they have plenty of options for me. don't underestimate their drinks they do NOT skimp out on alcohol! Salute! ?“

“I get lunch from Vallarta at least once a week for several years now. The staff is friendly and the food is consistently delicious, with a larger menu than your typical fast-mexican spot. Strongly recommend skipping the chains and giving these folks a try!“

“Checked them out today. I tried the steak taco...it was absolutely delicious ! Staff was friendly, restaurant is clean everything's was fresh . Definitely worth checking out“

“I'll start off by saying there chicken tacos are outta this world, cooked fresh to order. Just Alittle disappointed in when placing order n asking for pricing I was given 3 different prices. Online supposed to get 3 tacos any meat and a soda for 12.48, I got the 3 a soda and one churro, and was charged 16.00. truck is in the unkuchueg reservation in mastic NY.“

“The food here is amazing, like actually some of the best tacos I’ve ever had. Just be warned that the online ordering system on their website is not connected in store, they will not receive your order and you will have to re-order in store. Also none of the employees speak English, but that’s pretty expected for anywhere with authentic delicious Mexican food!“

“Son ricas las Tortas y los tacos 🌮, se los recomiendo 😋😋😋“

“The clerk’s English is not particularly good, but! ! ! Their tacos and burritos are truly unbeatable. Especially the beef tongue, it's so delicious. Highly recommended to those who live nearby and don’t know what to eat for dinner. If you don’t understand the dishes, you can take a photo and circle what you want to eat (my actual test is valid)“

“I had a very pleasant experience. The staff were welcoming and the service was efficient. I ordered a few tacos with a drink. The menu had plenty of options so I definitely would want to try more but what I had was delicious and quick. I would definitely come back and I would recommend this place.“

“Every time I visit this establishment, Wendy greets me with a smile: her entire team is super friendly, attentive and makes you feel like part of the family. Edwin is hilarious, always makes me laugh and honestly my visit alone deserves a 10/10 with customer service. BUT LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT THE FOOD!! Each dish is an explosion of flavor, truly delicious, and you can tell they put their heart into their food. On the weekends they have an authentic champurrado that I swear is to die for. This establishment is truly a must visit for anyone looking for the ultimate taco experience! But don't just take my word for it, go see for yourself!!
Oh and if you are lucky enough to visit when they have special tamales I IMPLORE YOU TO TRY THEM - but don't take them all, I need at least ten at a time. MINIMUM“

“Each Mexican restaurant makes their dishes differently. I went with my family and we ordered a Cuban cake. They were different from other cakes I've tried. That's why he said it's different because the tacos are just as great as many I've tried.“

“Fun night. Great drinks. Fab food“

“this was my second time there and enjoyed the food and the strawberry margarita. Their guacamole is the best ever! The lady's room was very bright and clean. The manager Manuel was gracious and pleasant. Looking forward to going there again“

“I brought a small group of developmentally disabled adults to Moe's in Centereach for dinner. The staff were patient with them and helpful too . All of the food was good. There was a nice variety of drinks from the Coke Freestyle machine, plus a machine for iced tea, which I like.“

“this place is awesome. i come here a lot because it’s arguably the best mexican restaurant on LI! i’m all the way from west babylon so it’s a bit of a hike to come but so, so worth it. their guac is to die for! i love the atmosphere. it feels so homey and the music they play is really enjoyable. i reccomend going on an empty stomach because they fill you up fast!! their mexi fries are awesome :) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 stars!!“