Mexican Restaurants near Bala Cynwyd

“A hidden gem for sure! Very authentic Mexican food experience. There is never a wait to eat there and the food is always exceptional. The server (I can’t remember his name) but he always serves us and he’s always very nice. The squeeze bottle hot sauces are fresh and delicious. Definitely recommend this place!“

“Everything!!!! Good food for everyone“

“This Taco Bell / KFC turned it around for real .. couple new hires and boom its running like a top. Tip of the cap the the new guys and girls they brought in. It's night and day.

Update may 2026- An employee here stole my child’s scooter from out front of the store and drove it home. $500 scooter stolen by a KFC Taco Bell employee.“

“Imagine your best local authentic Mexican restaurant but elevate its atmosphere and execution. The tortillas are literally some of the best I have had, so soft and chewy with dimples of char. The proteins are marinated and grilled, with simple but bold flavors expressed in the lingering colors of the sauces. The Remolacha was the sleeper dish. The paste of nuts under the golden beats were a refreshing new type of dish I'd never seen in this type of cuisine. One caveat, the small room makes it quit loud so be prepared to do a little shouting.“

“It’s such a treat to find such a rare gem of original Mexican barbacoa in Philly of all places!“

“Excellent food and service!!“

“What a wonderful brunch! The staff was impressive! Coffee hit the spot and our brunch was wonderful. A small neighborhood spot that fills the neighborhood name totally. Thoroughly enjoyed our brunch!“

“Fantastic!! Queso fundido with chorizo served with flour tortillas was amazing. The birria tacos are definitely worth getting again. And the drinks were delicious and delightful. The Sangre de Bruja and the Purgotorio!!!“

“1st time there and can’t wait to go back! Great atmosphere, customer service and outstanding food! Loved the variety and unique tacos. Highly recommend. 👍🏻“

“Shrimp Tacos crazy good… crab guacamole delish“

“We had a few different things off the menu and shared. Everything was amazing. All of the ingredients were fresh, the servers had great recommendations, and the service was prompt. We will definitely be back in the warmer months to enjoy the outdoor seating.“

“Food so good I can’t wait to try the rest of the menu. Delicious drinks. Definitely coming back ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“El mejor en comida mexicana“

“Awesome food and staff always fresh delicious ingredients!“

“amazing food and service every single time!!“

“This is a special gem in the city of Philadelphia. I can not express how hoog my burrito was; the soft rice, creamy avocado, tasty meat, wrapped in a good tortilla. The green salse complimented it perfectly and had my taste buds singing.

I also ordered the horchata and a matcha. The drinks are just as good as their food. The matcha had that ice earthy quality without being grassy. They honestly do it better than some shops dedicated to matcha.

This horchatta was also the best over ever had.

I can't believe I had not come soon!“

“Real Mexican tasty food. All the flavors are consistently rich and well balanced. I recommend the crunchy Quesabirria tacos with the beef sauce. Try the Tamarind juice. As a small signs says: Love is the best ingredient. They have place for almost 20 seated people, hoping to see it getting bigger in the next few years.“

“Todo super, y excelente servicio!“

“Stopped by for a snack
Stayed for a 3 course meal
John the bartender is INCREDIBLE
Everyone functions like a family with really prompt service and quick communication
They have homemade sodas….on TAP.
The nopalitos were so fresh and crunchy. Their vegetarian menu options are phenomenal. The star of the show is somehow the dessert. Like after so many bangers how can they also produce incredible conchas to end the meal??? I was happy crying by the end. Just. 10/10 everything. Must visit“

“I find it an awesome place to sit outside with great drinks and a great happy hour especially the nachos just wish they added chorizo on the nacho’s for happy hour. Nice to relax here last night was the Phillies game and it was great👍“

“The food was fabulous!! Atmosphere was spot on! Love, love, loved it!!“

“Pretty atmosphere and good food“

“Muy bonito ambiente agradable lo recomiendo 💯“

“Birriadillas are excelente!♥️“

“This San Diego native gives their California burrito five full stars. It’s almost impossible to find a burrito spot on the east coast that doesn’t just fill with rice and beans, let alone that gets the carne asada right. But Cholula gri got it right. Thank you to the staff and workers here for making something so delicious.“

“Simply outstanding. Superior service. Beautiful atmosphere. Kind and friendly service staff. This is my new favorite restaurant. Highly highly highly recommend for couples, families and groups…all can be accommodated and you will leave satisfied and happy. Seriously I might be in love with this place.“

“Excellent food. Good service“

“No pictures because the food hit the table at home and we immediately forgot all about our phones 😂 On a whim I was craving fish tacos, searched Google, found La Ingrata and headed over. Let me tell you… absolutely worth it. The food was a solid 10/10. The taco pizza was unreal and the fish tacos were honestly to die for. Fresh, flavorful, and one of those meals you keep thinking about after you leave. We ordered takeout, and while we waited for our food, we sat down and ended up chatting with the family. The owners’ 4-year-old daughter came and sat next to us, and if you know me, you know I’m all about the kiddos. Holding her little pile of tip coins and her pack of stickers, we somehow got into conversations about trains, numbers, birthdays… and found out ours are one day apart. Clearly we vibed because Virgos do things like that 😂 The owners came over and talked with us about business, and as food truck owners ourselves, my boyfriend and I instantly connected with them. Beyond the amazing food was just a hardworking family trying to make it, just like the rest of us. Seeing the next generation sitting right there alongside their parents, learning and growing in the middle of it all, was really the icing on the cake for me. Support family businesses. Support people chasing dreams. And definitely go get those fish tacos.“

“Food is excellent , ingredients & flavor superb. The Owner is truly a sweetheart .. great vibes…curbside service also…“

“Amazing food and even better service! Salsa Music was the icing on the cake. Leonardo our host takes the award for best host ever! Super knowledgeable , professional and great person! We are coming back for sure!“

“I stopped into this spot after Joel, the owner, had posted it out on another platform. The street tacos were deliciously messy. There was such a great portion of meat on each taco I was only able to eat 3 of 4. The ability to customize my taco was wonderful! Ask for extra napkins + limes. I will be returning often here for sure. Plus, they cater! And there are even delivery options. Great local, neighborhood spot! 5 out of 5!“

“One of my favorite places to eat! Well-crafted food with a sense of adventure. Always delicious. Incredible margaritas too. Service is attentive (calling you out, Alex- you are wonderful!). Can’t go wrong.“

“excelente servicio no se diga la comida recomendada al 100%“

“This place has the best Mexican food, I’ve been coming here for 2 years and it’s delicious every time. I love to see how they’re getting more popular because they definitely deserve the hype. I had a party of 13 people here and it did not disappoint. 5/5 stars“

“I don’t have enough words for how incredible this place is. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted with kindness from the hosts. The ambiance is perfectly calming, a great spot for date night, or a gathering, or really any occasion.

Our server Evan, was incredibly kind, helpful, and made us feel so special for our wedding anniversary. All of this aside, the food was some of the best food we have had in our lives. No exaggeration, everything we got was crafted so perfectly, with beautifully balancing flavors, and tasted incredibly fresh. I honestly don’t have the words for how amazing this meal was. We were happy to meet the manager Steve (I think his name was) to let him know how special this meal was to us, and he couldn’t have been more polite and appreciative.

Anyways, all of this to say- this place is a MUST try!!!!! Seriously can’t recommend enough! Thank you for everything 🙏🏼“

“I’ve been here three times so far and each experience has been a delight. BYOB too! I’ll be back!“

“Inventive, incredibly delicious cuisine. Can’t wait to go back and try more.“

“Very tasty Mexican food. Look forward to returning.“

“The workers were super friendly. I had a Nashville hot burrito and it was very good. The fried chicken was delicious. I wish there was more ranch in it and I think a more flavorful cheese would make it even better. But I’m someone who is a super big ranch and cheese enthusiast.“

“Been going there for a while and I have nothing bad to say about it“

“We had an incredible meal here tonight. Having lived in Arizona and traveled throughout Mexico extensively, I can still say this was the best Mexican food I’ve had in my life. The ambiance was warm, the service wonderful (hi, Amin!), and the food truly exceptional. It is incredibly fresh and the attention to detail, balance of spice and textures, and unparalleled homemade sauces just elevated the already excellent flavors from the chef’s family recipes. You can tell that there is a lot of love and passion being put into everything that is served. I can’t wait to go back.“

“The best Birria Tacos 🌮 !!!!😋🤤“

“la comida rica y la buena atención“

“No one at my table had any complaints just compliments. Everything was so, so good. The staff were lovely. Highly, highly recommend.“

“This is Our new favorite spot!“

“Good food and friendly service. Portion sizes are great for teens who love to eat!“

“Come here multiple times and have had a great time as usual! 🌮✨ Food is very good. 😋 The staff is always friendly and understanding. 🤗 This is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants! 🌶 Unlike the other place I went to last week, which was a mess and all over the place, this place can do no wrong. 🙌🏽🔥“

“We've going to Tamarindos for over 20 years. Fernando is an excellent owner. The new menu is awesome. Free Margheritas with entrees.“

“Very good food 10/10 I recommend you guys it’s so delicious“

“Everything was wonderful for my Birthday. Service was really on point.“