50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Saint James

“This place is absolutely amazing. I came in just to grab a quick bite to eat but everything looks so delicious.

I don't know what they call it but I tried a cactus leaf and it was delicious. It has such a flavor that is similar to I guess an artichoke but also very different at the exact same time.

I had two chicken tacos and one chorizo. I love the fact that they have a bar where you can add as much salsa and toppings as you want.

So delicious.

The place is so clean and spotless it's not even funny. Guys behind the counter are awesome and I already be back.“

“I would like to give a big shout out and extend my appreciation to Taco Island, a food truck parked in the Carvel parking lot in St James, for their delicious food and exeptional customer service! The quality and freshness of their cuisine are consistently high, and the staff is always courteous and grateful for customers' business. We regularly order from them and have never experienced any difficulties. Tonight, despite a high volume of orders, they mistakenly provided the incorrect quesadilla. However, they promptly contacted me to rectify the situation and kindly offered to deliver the correct quesadilla to my residence to prevent our food from getting cold. Their dedication to ensuring customer satisfaction is truly remarkable!!“

“I love your pizza de birria barbacoa. so much flavor. cooked perfectly. big portions. your tostada's with steak perfection. I literally ordered for my first time today for lunch in person with my boyfriend and once we got home ordered again for dinner to try something different. the staff are friendly and efficient. thank you for a great dining experience keep up the great work.“

“Just wanted to share that this is one of my favorite spots to eat & have a few cocktails. The food is always incredible and the staff are attentive & friendly. I’ve eaten here several times and have loved it each time.“

“Went last night. 6 of us. We loved everything. Food and drinks were delicious. Our server was great! Can't wait to return.“

“Food is always good but today was one of those days ... tortillas where not the same and pineapples for the al pastor where not grilled as if you guys ran out and just sliced and added at least mix it with the meat ... I own a restaurant so I know how things go sometimes but pls .. consistency is key ...“

“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!!“

“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.“

“Never disappoints Great portions and staff Love the music and the atmosphere food comes out fast and hot love the decorations in the place overall a great experience“

“This is the place To go for lunch / dinner. The food is always fresh and delicious regardless of the time I go. I stop here 3-5 days a week and it’s always consistently good. In addition to the great food, the staff is always warm and kind.“

“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“

“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.“

“I was starving and looking for a good place to eat quick, I live up the block and came here for the first time , the food is 10/10 authentic Mexican food , got the birria tacos they were incredible !!! Side of chips and guac , the new queso they just came out with is amazing !!! 10/10 recommend this place .“

“Went here for the first time tonight. This place is unassuming. You might think to pass it by. But the food is excellent, Margaritas are wonderful! The staff is amazing and so caring! It has a long history in the community and has a huge following. If you know you know. Don't be scared - check it out. We did and we are happy 😁“

“the Pico is always fresh and the service is great“

“Exelente comida y Exelente servicio“

“This is our go-to restaurant, what a gem. Delicious food, super friendly people, and Juan makes the best margaritas that I have ever had! We highly recommend this spot, make sure you try one of their specials.“

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

“Stopped in for lunch. Restaurant and counter area with food were very clean. I had a bowl with the honey chicken, yellow rice, pinto beans, corn salsa, shredded cheese, and guacamole. The honey chicken was very tender and flavorful, so good!! My husband had a bowl in the fried tortilla, which was fresh and crunchy. He ordered the honey and shredded chicken. Both were excellent. He loaded his bowl with more than I can list. It was an enjoyable lunch. For 2 bowls and 2 bottles of water $35. Out of all these chains, this was the best for us by far.“

“I can't say enough about how amazing this place is. The staff are friendly and courteous. The atmosphere is beautiful! Feels as if you walked straight into a Caribbean beach front restaurant.

The food is priced well and delicious! My wife and I ordered 2 tacos with rice and bean side. The chicken tacos were juicy and soft. The steak taco was by far the best steak taco I have had and I've visited many a taco places. The sauce they use on the tacos is delightful! Rice and beans were delicious too! Not dry or hard. Cooked just right.

The piña colada was not overly sweet which was a surprise. Many places make it too sweet.

The desert we ordered was the cheesecake chimichanga! Boy what a treat! It was the perfect compliment to our lunch meal. The cheese cake filling was soft and the ice cream with a slice of orange underneath was good too. The orange slice gave the ice cream a hint of orange flavor 😋 👌.

Its our 4th visit and we will be going again!“

“Deliciosos tacos 🌮 🇲🇽 🇲🇽 🇲🇽 🇲🇽“

“The food was amazing and very filling, i think the portion for the price is a good deal. My three birria tacos and small horchata was $19. As i was sitting down after ordering a lady was already bringing chips and salsa. The cashier Noah was always ready to help you even if he was busy with another task. All food came out within five minutes of ordering. amazing service and food“

“Our go-to place when we want the BEST FOOD at a reasonable price!!! Can't wait for the newest renovation to be completed. Opening back up on January 9th 😍🤩🙌🥩🍗“

“🎉 Yanilka is the best waitress! If you want to enjoy great food, a nice atmosphere, and the best service, you have to come here and ask for Yanilka. She’ll recommend the best options and always make you happy with her service. She’s simply the best! 🙌🫶“

“I have lived in Patchogue for 25 years. I remember when there was no Mexican Food in Patchogue at all! Lindo Mexico is a *special* place. There's fancier, there's more festive... but Lindo Mexico is *special*. If you want off-the-charts deliciousness that is authentic, go to Lindo Mexico. Proud to have this restaurant in my village. It is an authentic Mexican Food experience that will make you feel like you are there: in Mexico. That is the highest compliment I can think of. Thanks, Lindo Mexico!“

“This place was awesome. Food was really good. Drinks were strong. Service was friendly and attentive. Our server Orlando was extremely nice and knew when to come to the table and when to let you eat. Everyone was accommodating that worked there. Will be coming back.“

“Delicious, always enough to eat! Fast delivery!“

“Had the pleasure of eating at the Greenport location. Two of my HS girlfriends and myself on moderately busy on Sunday (1012/24) at about 5:30. A young waiter named Brian was our server. We first ordered drinks, mine was the margarita with the pomegranate swirl. So delicious!! Refreshing and frosty! We shared the Mexican Street corn and the three dips with chips, which were freshly made. So fabulous! So tasty. The salsa, guacamole and queso were just perfect, each different but delicious!! The corn was sweet and flavorful. I had three tacos in hard shells. Fried chicken, fried shrimp and the marinated steak. Each one was different and very fresh. My one friend, is a vegetarian and the other is gluten intolerant BUT! They each found many yummy choices! I’ve been trying to get to this restaurant for several years, and finally the planets aligned! Brian was well trained, patient and informative with a good humor. The interior is bright, festive and clean. So much food, I could not finish all of it. And!! the restroom was clean! You should be very proud of this business! We will be back! Thank you!!“

“Great place to celebrate & outdoor tables in summer to enjoy with your dogs…“

“On busy nights when we want something quick, healthy, and satisfying, the CrossFit menu is a standout—chicken and shrimp always cooked to perfection, and the salsa and guacamole are always fresh and flavorful. The food is consistently excellent, and the service is just as reliable. Oscar, the owner, is exceptional—always attentive, efficient, kind, and genuinely committed to creating a great experience for every customer. We’re grateful to have a place like this in the neighborhood!“

“Great local restaurant with a ton of options on the menu. The food was unanimously amazing, the service was pleasant, and the restaurant was clean and comfortable. My wife and I split the Bandeja Paisa platter and it was so much food we had a full serving left over to bring home. My toddler’s cheese quesadilla was delicious. Looking forwards to eating here again soon!“

“Absolutely amazing food. Wonderful service. I go there often I highly recommend it“

“We came in to grab a quick bite before the movies and we were pleasantly surprised with how good the food was. It has a homey vibe to it inside and plenty of regulars. I went with a safe bet of a chicken quesadilla and we also ordered sopes. I wish I ordered double the sopes! They were packed with so much flavor it was so delicious. The quesadilla was so yummy and cheesy. For $30 we got great food, 2 drinks and a craving for more! I will definitely be coming back to try more !“

“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“

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

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

“Fun night. Great drinks. Fab food“

“A bunch of us went after work to celebrate a couple of birthdays… food and drinks were amazing!! Portion sizes … well let’s just say… I will eat for 2-3 days!! We had a great time service was also great!“

“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.“

“this place is a gem. the food is fresh and tasty. the people are friendly. variety of food...burgers, tacos, halal (tasty chicken over basmati rice with lettuce and toppings) ....too much to list.... we've ordered from here twice and will be going back often!! I want to try a vanilla milkshake soon. very easy to get to. no traffic to fight either. GO HERE!!! *****“

“very very good food. fast service. no heartburn...9.5 on my taco scale 👍“

“Nice place and attendants“

“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“

“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! ?“

“Delicious food and great drinks“

“Los recomiendo asen rica comida“

“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.“