50 Best Mexican Restaurants in Toronto

“Amazing food and amazing service. Our waitress knew the menu so we’ll that she was able to talk us into dishes we normally wouldn’t order. Margaritas were amazing (not on menu but it is a Mexican restaurant). The ceviche was so good we ordered a second one. I never order pork at restaurants and rarely eat it - but it was amazing. Side salad was so flavorful and the desserts were fantastic. They just earned a Michelin star and I can see why!!“

“It’s all about their delicately designed menu, presentation and priceless taste , flavours and texture. The unique menu leaves you flabbergasted, wondering if these delectable dishes can be so immaculately curated created to bring out the right flavour. They are all vegan and gluten-free to escalate your experience. Their guacamole and chocolate cake are once in a lifetime experience, and I highly recommend it if you are one for a scrumptiously tasting, not too decadently sweet chocolate cake. It’s worth a try, absolutely!!! A place to go to for a special occasion and to celebrate something special. It’s terrific:) leaves you craving for more and longing to visit again soon.“

“What a perfect and cute place to get one of the most delicious cups of coffee - a true coffee lovers delight! We enjoyed one of the signature coffees and look forward to getting it again, and again! So, flavorful and aromatic.The staff were super kind and very helpful!“

“Incredible experience! I had the best solo date with myself at Casa Madera! Aside from the amazing vibes, live music, and dancing, Kelly, the waitress for my table, was the highlight of my brunch. She customized her recommendations to my dietary needs and made sure I had a great experience and view of the decor. She was friendly and fun to speak with. She helped me take beautiful videos and photos of my meal and made me feel comfortable and welcome as a customer. I highly recommend Casa Madera for your future dates or events and if you're ever so lucky to bump into Kelly, I promise you you'll be in for a wonderful experience“

“This was our first time here(recommendations from a friend), the atmosphere was great, service was impeccable and the food was definitely worth every penny!Our server Juliana was very attentive and accomodating thank you for your help!P.S: if you like a Spicer salsa ask for Habenero sauce (only found out after devouring the food)“

“My rating: 9.5/10. This is one of the best two tacos I’ve had in Toronto. Food was amazing, super fresh, great ingredients, and very authentic. The prices were a little high though at $7.50 for a single taco, so despite the great quality that made it a 9.5 instead of a 9.6 for me. Atmosphere was fun and casual, but they only have standing counter “seats”, no chairs or places to sit down. Staff were very friendly and easy going. Overall, I really enjoyed the food and would go back, but there are one or two small things that could be slightly better. Would recommend trying it at least once though.Vegetarian options: Not many vegetarian options. This would not be on my list of recommendations for a vegetarian meal.Dietary restrictions: They can accommodate dietary restrictions, but the menu is fairly short and the key dish is tacos, so if there is anything crucial to a taco that you are allergic to, I would not advise going.Kid-friendliness: The place itself is kid friendly, but the only “seating” is counter top tables you have to stand at, which would most likely be to tall for any kid 10 and under, so they would have to hold their dish while they eat.Wheelchair accessibility: It is a wheelchair storefront, but as mentioned above, the “seating” consists of counter top tables that you stand at, which would definitely be too tall for someone in a wheelchair, so they wouldn’t have a table to eat on.“

“The food at this place is incredible, and it's huge! You leave feeling full and happy with what you pay. The taste is really amazing; the quesabirrias are highly recommended... Plus, I'm always served by the same gentleman, and he's very friendly. Additionally, he remembers what you order :)“

“This taco spot has a lot of hype and higher priced tacos compared to others in the area, but I think they’re worth trying!! The taco recipes include a simple mix of ingredients that complement one another and the fillings tasted really fresh. The chips and guac to start were also delicious!“

“Tacos Moras has given me a new attitude towards burritos. I’m more of a taco guy and for years, so many places loading their burritos with bland rice, & mediocre protein just turned me off of them. But my wife and I were craving a burrito and so we had the Carnitas and Chicken burrito and oh man, they were perfection. I think that says something coming from a guy that has avoided them for so long. The portion and quality is great for the price in my opinion.The tortilla was perfectly tender and the fillings all had such a complimentary texture. The right amount of seasoning, cheese and zesty flavours made every bite better than the next. We got a side of birria consommé, for the burritos and hoo boy, was it the perfect added flavour bomb.We also tried a pastor and baja fish taco and they were great as well. To cap it off, we got the churros, which are filled with a dark, melted chocolate and they arrived perfectly warm and crispy.So satisfied with everything and we will for sure be coming back, and we’re so stoked to finally have some great Mexican food in this part of the east end.“

“The restaurant is in a beautiful space, close to public transportation. The food is delicious and made with quality ingredients. The portions are good. I got the Moroccan Scramble with tofu, and it was amazing! The staff is excellent, attentive and friendly. Even though they were packed, I got my food pretty quickly. I most definitely recommend this spot.“

“Lots of hype around this place and it’s certainly warranted. Usually quite a long wait time to get in so we had to go a little earlier on a Friday. The set up inside is unique as there is only stool seating along two U shaped tables and along the windows. Wasn’t sure how I would feel about that, but it works fine if you’re a couple.Food was superb - some of the best tacos you can get in the city. The Quesabirria Con Consome seems to be what they are best known for, and it’s an absolute must. We also got the shrimp aguachile + leguna and pollo tacos. To be honest its more filling than you’d think so we had to take some home. No complaints with anything however, great little spot and we will definitely be coming back to check it out in the summer!“

“Honestly one of my favourite places to go for tacos. The food is delicious and the service is amazing. The space is very electric and cool. The only downside is that it gets very busy and very loud since the place is so small so if you want to eat here on the weekend or most nights you may want to book a reservation especially if you are a group of more than two people. They do have a cute patio in the summer (but lucky us Canadians, we only get to enjoy it for a few months). But all in all I recommend this place to everyone!“

“My go-to spot for a satisfying meal every week. Being a vegetarian, I always order their sautéed veggie burrito, and occasionally indulge in their supreme fries as well. The staff is incredibly friendly, making each visit a pleasant experience. The food is always delicious and prepared with “

“I am a big time food explorer so decided to visit this place after checking remarkable google reviews. I must say they met my expectations really well. The food looked fresh, delicious to taste and appealing to the eyes. Worth mentioning the restaurant is super clean, hygienic and very well maintained (specially washroom which usually is in miserable condition in most of the fast food places). I was served by the restaurant manager itself and I really appreciate she took time to explain to the curious me. I was awestruck that the great customer service still exists. She explained it really well how they produce food in house. The way they use freshest ingredients to produce their salsas and sauces literally forced me to try some menu items when I was already full. Their in house preparation of guacamole with fresh avocados and their chipotle crema were great hit. She went beyond by choosing just onions from veggies when I casually told her I don’t like peppers, also took an extra effort to replace cilantro rice with the simple rice as I don’t like cilantro too. The kind of customer service they offer is impeccable, so friendly and helpful. Restaurant Manager seemed so passionate, helpful and knowledgeable about food and service. Kudos to the owner and team, would definitely recommend this place and visit again soon. Once again thank you so much for the wonderful experience which made my day !“

“That's my favourite restaurant in Toronto! They have amazing sushi and Mexican with affordable prices. The sushi quality is comparable with the very famouse sushi places in the city and the pressed sushi is the best I've tried. I can't recommend enought this place.“

“AMAZINGBest authentic Mexican food spot in the GTA!Tried the tacos, the tortilla, and the burrito.Tacos: Tried the fish, chicken, and the beef tacos. Please see pictures. All tacos are decent size, base is of high quality, generous servings of filling, and a selection of hot sauces. 2 tacos will probably keep you full for a while.Burrito: Burritos here are huge. I tried the beef taco Beef cuts are good, cooked well, and blended with a mayo and lettuce filling. Wrapped in a good quality tortilla. A burrito will keep you full for most of the day.Sandwich: It's about 8 inches, but fluffy bread, lots of filling.Lamb Tortilla: I forgot what exactly this was called, but it's minced lamb meat served in an open tortilla. Also excellent. That they serve lamb is itself remarkable, the lamb being well-seasoned and maintaining the characteristic lamb aroma in a tortilla dish is even more remarkable.Hot sauces: I've tried the medium and hot sauce. The medium sauce is tolerable. The hot sauce is extreme, will burn your gums, but it's good. Prepare to drink lots of water to keep the mouth safe from extreme heat.Drinks: I didn't try ant of their drinks, but they have TopoChico water which is the Perrier sparkling water of Mexico, which I've tried before. I recommend having this ready when you're downing some hot sauce, you will need it.Interior is humble, it's a fast food spot after all, but this place demonstrates that an interior is not the end all be all. The restaurant at the Well has a good interior but their food is subpar. The humbler places have the better food.Staff were very friendly and were willing to explain the menu items to me. Food comes fresh and quick.This is an excellent food joint. It has a good reputation for quality and taste and that keeps bringing in the crowds. That is noble. They don't waste on loud advertising or try to snake you into deals like chain joints. This is simple, high-quality food.Vegetarian options: There's a few vegetarian dishes here like the nachos and the mushroom tortillas/tacos. Vegans and carnivores can dine together here.Parking: Across the street, there is a paid GreenP parking lot and street side GreenP parkingKid-friendliness: Very kid friendlyWheelchair accessibility: Yup“

“Food is amazing! (unless you don't like meat)I would definitely go back for the food. The service could be better, but the food makes up for it. I highly recommend the beef tongue special, if they have it. The tacos are also great and they have nice sauces!“

“We had the friendliest server, Rosie, who had amazing recommendations. The food was phenomenal. The four of us shared the chips, guac, and salsa, the street corn, and the chicken & habanero appy. We had the pork tacos, the barbacoa tacos, and the carne asada tacos. The barbacoa, in my opinion, was the best! We topped off our meal with the salted caramel brownie & churros. Omg. Omg. Omg. That brownie was unreal. Although the exterior of the building seems a bit….well, you know…. But holy smokes. The food. The service. The whole vibe. Incredible. The fact that the ENTIRE FOOD MENU is gluten free (the only thing with gluten is the beer, and they have specific glasses to serve them in so no cross-contamination occurs) I’m so impressed. We’re so so so grateful to have such a delectable place to eat and not have to pray we find the “GF” sign beside the dish, as one of us is celiac. (Cross-posting my review on multiple platforms because everyone needs to try this restaurant!)“

“The closest thing to Mexican food that I have found in Canada. The taste is good and the quality too, the hibiscus water is very good and the glass coca is very good. After a time out of the country and finding these tacos it was an oasis. Nothing like Mexico but they are worth it!“

“It was my first time and everything i tried was so good. Danny was very kind in serving us. He made sure we got all items on time and that we are good for everything. I highly recommend their chipotle mango chicken taco, super crispy and full of flavours. There is a cool patio at the backside which is a good spot during summers.“

“Food was fantastic! The most flavourful chicken enchilada I've had to date! Drinks were delicious and we had the churros and tres leche cake.... both were ?Seating is a bit crowded but you will enjoy having a meal here! Will be back again!“

“Amazing spot to get authentic tacos and heavenly delicious quesadillas! You don't want to try any other tacos once you get a taste of Casa Sonoras'!Quick and efficient, fresh, and delightful, these are the words this place goes by! ?“

“Everything was fantastic!!! My friend and I had tuna tostadas for two to start and they were delicious, then we each a barbacoa taco, pawn taco and octopus taco they were all mouthwatering, variation in spice levels but really really excellent!!!“

“I recommend this place because here you can find the flavor of real tacos, plus the portions are very well served, they have a good location; Kensington market, and above all their customer service is friendly and fast, if you are very hungry they will quickly fill your tummy here! ?. It is definitely a good place to go for taquitos ?❤️. Although they not only have tacos, they also sell esquites, elotes, typical Mexican sweets, chopped fruit with chamoy, and more products!I like the decoration of the place and the mural of the wrestlers, something very emblematic of Mexico ✨.PS: theskites are made of white corn like in Mexico! I love it 10/10“

“Nachos, corn and burrito were flavourful and filling. Churros was a perfect way to finish. Mojito was just ok. Service wasn't perfect as the servers needed some reminding for items and corrections on the bill. Overall would recommend to others and come back.“

“Amazing place found by accident, restored my faith in Toronto after a string of bad food and drinks and service. Food amazing, drinks fantastic , special shout out to Rachel, Scott and Jay , who made our experience magical, can’t wait to be back again!“

“Delicious food, kind and welcoming staff, good vibes. The team was very accommodating of our party's celiac/gluten allergies---was so happy to see that their fish tacos are corn-battered so they are totally gluten-free! Very glad we tried this place, will be coming back again for tacos!Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free taco shells (corn), and corn-battered fish (yay!), and all of their spicy sauces come on the side which is so thoughtful!“

“Fantastic! 10/10 Experience. The tacos are absolutely incredible with such fresh flavours and generous portions. The consommé is to die for!! This is definitely the closest in Toronto you'll get to authentic flavours of food in México. The service is also absolutely phenomenal - so inviting and welcoming. Another plus: they use halal meat! Highly recommend“

“Used to come here all the time for lunch years ago when they first opened, I since changed jobs and no longer in the area. Today was like a reunion of flavour! Randomly stumbled by the area today, and realized that my once favourite burrito place is still open / operational. It was like seeing an old friend - was happy to be back!“

“Always in search of some good Mexican food in Toronto & I think we found a good one!Parking is on the street. There are a lot of Greenp lots and spots nearby. We were lucky to find one close to the restaurant.The restaurant ambience is amazing and is a good spot for a date night or even to hang with a few friends.The crew was wonderful! They got our order on time, food was on time and cheque was on time too.They have good vegetarian taco options.We ordered cauliflower and poblano pepper taco, sweet potato taco, tinga chicken taco, and a couple of frescas ( they are made fresh everyday ) yumm.. Their tres leches cake is to die for ( do not miss this even if you are full ? )We enjoyed our time here and will come back with friends and family.Vegetarian options: They have a few vegetarian options which is great. Cauliflower, mushroom, sweet potato tacos in vegetarian options.“

“Amazing service, friendly and attentive people who are always willing to help, offer alternative, recommend a dish depending on your diet. Burritos and burrito bowls are simply delicious. I eat here every week and just can’t get enough! Highly recommended ?“

“I went here recently with a friend and we loved it. It’s such good value of food for the price and we enjoyed some tacos and a drink and everything was delicious ! The servers checked in on us throughout our time and the atmosphere was fun and lively. Definitely plan to go back !“

“Got ourselves a Mexican feast at la nayarita the other day ??This is what we got to try:- Quesabirria platter- Enmoladas platterLet me start off by saying the chef here used to work at one of the best resorts in Mexico and the reason I say this is because you can taste it in the food ?I was literally transported back to my time in Mexico on the beach just sippin on some cocktails and indulging in the most authentic delicious Mexican plates ??The quesabirria was so cheesy and the birria gravy was so yummy ? my favourite was the enmoladas though! The mole poblano sauce was thiccc and was loaded with flavour and the tortillas was rolled and stuffed with an ample amount of pulled chicken, I devoured this dish and man I was beyond satisfied by the end ?Each dish is plated so beautifully and the flavours stand out as soon as you take one bite ?Their drinks were so strong and delicious too, thank you to Mariana our server and bartender who treated us like family ?Thank you to the owner Monica for running such an amazing place where you feel like family walking in, the talented chef, ofcourse Mariana and the rest of the La Nayarita team! We will be back to try more of the menu If you’re looking for amazing authentic and delicious Mexican flavours in the city and a fun time then La Nayarita is a MUST TRY ? They’ve got DJ nights as well, so what are you waiting for ?!Check them out y’all ??This one is ✨ HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ✨“

“Been a loyal customer here since they opened! Not only is the food incredibly delicious, the staff and customer service are super kind and friendly and always treat me super well.Never leave a TIP though, managers keep tips and don’t give to their staff. I repeat, staff sees no tips. They use this as a way to make more money for themselves. Very greedy.I almost always order the tacos - 3 or 4 depending how hungry I am. The fish, chicken and pork are my favourites and so so tasty. I cycle through these three proteins but it's a tie between fish and pork for my favourites (the fish is grilled sea bass I believe and trust me it’s so freaking good).They have other solid menu items as well such as burgers, chicken burgers, poutine and fries but I come and stay for the tacos - if burritos, or taco bowls is more your style you won't be disappointed with these options either. Everything is very reasonably priced as well.The Rice salad is another great option for vegetarians - (add mango sauce as a dressing). They also have a vegetarian taco option too I believe.Grillies never skimps out on their portions either, so you really feel like you are getting your moneys worth. No extra charge for ingredients (you choose your own)- pretty much as many as you like except for guac or grilled onions is small charge. Fresh ingredients are always used and the protein is grilled and made just right every time. Make the taste mild, medium spicy or bbq depending on your preference (I always do spicy).Smoothies are great too - I usually do strawberry banana or mango pineapple.“

“This place is soooooo good! The only reason for the 4 stars is the spice level on my Chilaquiles, I think it should be an option if you'd like it spicy or not. It was too spicy for me, and i couldn't enjoy it, so that was quite disappointing.But, the quacamole and chips were delicious, you get such a huge portion which is surprising because most places can be stingy on the guac. The birria tacos and shrimp were also very big portions enough for two ppl, very flavourful and cooked to perfection. We also had jamaica to drink and tres leches to go which were also great portion sizes. Will def be back here over and over again“

“I love their Adelaide branch which was the initial one. This is a decent one too but somehow I feel the vibes at the original outlet were more appealing. Also the prices mentioned are just for 1 taco each . So you might need to order 2-3 based on your capacity :)“

“A small downstairs establishment with some great Mexican food. Menu is small but has some neat offerings. Prices are on the higher side. Not much seating so if it's busy you probably won't get a seat. There's a cute little jenga to play around with which I thought was a nice touch. The place is nicely decorated, very colorful & reminiscent of Mexico.“

“At the entrance they offer tortilla chips to have a little snack, A place with a good atmosphere, very delicious Everything, a complete menu and a variety of flavored water, good service and very clean bathrooms, I recommend this place to come with family or even just “

“Delicious and very well served, it takes you to Mexico... from the nopal salad, the quesadillas and the micheladas... oh and it is appreciated that the playlist they use is not the typical overwhelming corridos that stuns in other Latin places ?“

“This understated Mexican restaurant is a diamond in the rough. Independent ma and pa shop with food to die for. It’s an hole in the wall place with authentic Mexican cuisine better than what I have had in much more expensive restaurants. Amazing value. Not to be missed.Vegetarian options: Lots to choose.“

“THE BEST TACOS IN THE CITY!Havier was outstanding he choose the tacos and Churros for me and they were delicious! The combo was affordable at 13 dollars for 2 tacos and a churro. service was friendly. Definitely a great spot in Kensington market:)“

“What a gem! We were in the mood for something different and this was it! From the outside, this place is so unassuming but the vibe inside is so chill! We went on a Thursday night and it was packed! This actually made us excited because it was obvious this place was good! I got two tacos, one carne asada and one beef bulgogi and OMG! Both were absolutely flavorful and fresh! The chips were so crunchy and fresh too! The queso was so creamy and perfectly spicy (beware if you’re sensitive to heat because it has a bite). My mom got the bowl and loved it! The ingredients looked super fresh and colorful! The service was spectacular and the food came out pretty fast considering how busy it was! I highly recommend!“

“Amazing!! We stumbled upon this restaurant and it was the highlight of our evening! The food was absolutely phenomenal. We got the Mole Chicken and Haddock. The chocolate sauce was beautiful, licked our plates clean. The service was so friendly and warm, and the atmosphere was very cozy and had great ambience. The rating on this place should without doubt be a 5. Thanks for such a wonderful meal!“

“The real deal! Been searching for great Mexican and this is it. The quality of the meat is very high. It's cooked perfectly so that the al pastor and suadero are juicy and seared and flavorful, but not dry or rubbery. There's a little fat for flavor but no gristle. And the chilaquiles!!! Made with excellent tomatillo salsa, the perfect amount to make the chips soft but not too soggy. Chicken on top was moist and flavorful, in generous portion. Fried quesadilla was almost like a soft gordita, with fluffy masa fried for a little crunch on the outside, not greasy. Good tinga flavor too. Everything was so good that we turned around and went back to get more tacos for dinner. I grew up with Mexican food and it's been hard to find something this delicious around. Thank you Itacate!!!“

“Although the food is not 100% authentic Mexican, it is very delicious and savoury. Great portions, fast service and our waiter Jose was awesome! He was very attentive and friendly. We will definitely be back and would recommend Añejo!Read less“

“Such a great Taco place that really complements the diversity of the restaurants in the area. The inside of this place is spacious- giving it a nice diner placement with self serve condiments and toppings. Upon waiting there are seats provided that allow you to see the team of cooks function making your order.The tacos here are great for what you pay. Tacos are sized enough with a large amount of meat packed in. Opting for many different selections- the Birria taco is an absolute delight, tender and soft while still holding flavour. The shells here are grilled just right to mix with the meat. Alongside the Birria, Pollo and Asada are also good picks.“

“We recently gone twice to Balam for takeout and have been very happy with the food and service. So far we've had the tinga de pollo tacos, grilled chicken gringas, cochinita pibil gringas, and beef torta. Looking forward to trying more things from the menu.“

“Good place with dishes ranging from Sinaloa-style sushi to seafood dishes! It has a pleasant atmosphere! The buffet breakfast service on Saturdays and Sundays with delicious traditional Mexican dishes! Overall good place to eat delicious food! The only bad detail, the cost of the drinks is not what is indicated on the drinks menu (at least on the day of the buffet). At the end of the bill, the 18% tip is included.“

“This is hands down the best burrito spot in Toronto.I highly recommend this to anyone in the area.The guys are top tier the food is exceptional and the price is fantastic.I literally have the steak burrito for lunch everyday as I work close to Kensington.Don’t miss out, get the steak burrito with the green sauce dip.“

“My friends suggested this gem! I ordered the cool hand salad and a coffee. The coffee was decent, considering it's not a cafe--totally understandable. But let's talk about the SALAD--it was pure heaven, generous portion and oh-boy was it delicious! The hot sauce was DELICIOUS, I had to bring one home! Everything made in house is what I love most about this place! Also, you can tell the level of care & love the owner & staff put into the food and the restaurant! Definitely be back to try everything on the menu!“