29 Best Mexican Restaurants in Providence

Restaurantji's Providence recommendations for the finest Mexican cuisine. From the Carne Asada to the Birria Tacos, have a fantastic Mexican dining experience and enjoy some of the town's tastiest Mexican food.

IVES STORE - Tallulah's Taqueria Mexican • $
146 Ives St, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Al Pastor Tacos
Chicken Nachos

“excellent staff great tacos, hidden gem“

4 Good88 Reviews
Diego's East Side Mexican • $$
192 Wayland Ave, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Crack Fries and Mini Quesadillas
Charred Street Corn Guacamole
Maple Corn Bread Soufflé
Diego's Original Nachos
Truffled Goat Cheese Dip
Side Ranchero Chicken
Guacamole and Chips
Fried Chicken Tacos
Loaded Mini Nachos
Carne Asada Tacos

“Another day, another chance for more tacos with the RI Food Fight's TacoMania. This time we started with Diego's. As it was a Saturday, no tables were available from reservations but we were able to grab a seat at the bar. The space is open, dark. A blend of Mexican homage and industrial brick. An open kitchen gives you the chance to watch your meal be prepared in full view. Our bartender, Greer was super friendly and balanced attentiveness. She is detail oriented and was very accommodating. She quickly took care of our drinks and got our food order in ASAP. They offered a limited menu for TacoMania and I chose the carne option. It came out in a crunchy blue corn tortilla. After a squeeze of lime, I dug in. The crunch was everything you wanted it to be and more. The beef with queso fundido made this a slight messy but overall delicious taco. We got the cornbread souffle to share and it was outstanding. The souffle itself was savory and very corn forward, as opposed to the sweeter cornbread you see in the south. They add a touch of something sweet to balance it out. My friend had the shrimp chimichirri tacos and they said they were a 10/10. So glad to find another tasty spot in the TacoMania trail!“

4 Good87 Reviews
Casa Azul Taquería Mexican • $
840 Allens Ave Apt 2, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Fried Plantains Vegan Bowl
Carne Asada Street Tacos
Birria Tacos & Consome
Berrier Tacos Consome
Guacamole with Chips
Birria Tacos Consome
Churros and Nutella
Carne Asada Burrito
Single Birria Taco
Tres Leches Cake

“Cheryl and I dined with friends last night at Casa Azul Taqueria at 840 Allens Avenue in Providence. Although the place is small, with just three tables and primarily offering takeout, the food is fantastic, featuring great vegan options. We're definitely going back!“

4.7 Superb138 Reviews
Viva Mexico Cantina Grill Mexican • $$
129 Washington St, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Burrito Viva Garibaldi
Carne A la Tampiquena
Chips with Guacamole
Veggie Viva Burrito
Chips and Guacamole
Parrillada Mexicana
Enchiladas de Mole
Vegetarian Fajitas
Enchiladas Suizas
Fried Quesadilla

“Food really good good place“

4.5 Superb365 Reviews
Xaco Taco Mexican • $$
370 Richmond St, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Prickly Pear Margherita
Housemade Seasonal Flan
Tacos with Rice & Beans
Chipotle Chicken Tinga
Mexican Street Corn V
Guacamole and Chips
Mexican Street Corn
Margaritas Flights
Carne Asada Fries
Churro Doughnuts V

“The best spicy margaritas in RI! Pair that with shrimp street tacos & guacamole with chips...Winner!! Friendly wait staff. Perfect spot to sit outside & people watch after walking around the city. Highly recrecommended“

4.5 Superb295 Reviews
Chilangos Mexican • $$
447 Manton Ave, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Tacos De Camarón Mole Y Cochinitas
Enchiladas Potosinas
Sope De Chicharrón
2 Carne Asada Tacos
Sopa De Tortilla
Cochinita Pibil
Al Pastor Tacos
Refried Beans
Shrimp Tacos
Quesadilla

“Best flan I’ve enjoyed in the US?? Great mixed drinks delicious enchiladas verde and friendly staff!“

4.7 Superb80 Reviews
La Piñata Mexican • $
1455 Westminster St, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Enchilada Corn Tortilla or Flour Tortilla
Arriba Burrito with Chicken
Fiesta Burrito with Chicken
Steak Quesadilla De Fajita
Fresh Table Side Guacamole
Steak Asado Quesadilla
Pork Enchiladas Verde
Camarones Apretalados
De Fajita Quesadilla
Taco Soft or Hard

“The best chile relleno! vegetarian options! excellent margaritas! this was a wonderful dinner and experience. friendly service and excellent food. like walking into a friends home and being served the best food from grandma.. <3we went upstairs after for some music and will be back for brunch. thanks for a wonderful evening.“

4.6 Superb106 Reviews
Capitol Hill Diner/Taqueria American • $
353 Smith St, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Corn Beef Hash Omelette with Home Fries and Toast
Steak on Green Sauce Bistek En Salsa Verde
Eggs Bacon Sausage with Homefries
La Gringa Quesadilla
Huevos Divorciados
Desayuno Americano
Costillas De Cerdo
American Breakfast
Refried Beans
Regular Taco 1

“Este lugar tiene excelentes tacos Mexicanos auténticos. Los empleados también son amables y recomiendo esta taquería.“

4.6 Superb91 Reviews
Tortilla Flats Mexican • $$
355 Hope St #1633, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Chicken Dipping Sauce
Nachos with Cheese
Chips and Salsa
Chicken Fajitas
Rice and Beans
Gringo Nachos
Queso Fundido
Chicken Tacos
Pasta Fiesta
Chimichanga

“Tortilla Flats is my go to restaurant. Great food, good service, and a great place to meet friends. This place rocks. Try the Mojito. it's the best around.“

4.4 Superb90 Reviews
Caliente Reservoir Mexican • $
361 Reservoir Ave, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Kids 4 Chicken Tenders and Fries
Fajita Veggies Quesadilla
Carne Azada Con Tajadas
Jalapeno Bacon Fries
Chicken Bacon Ranch
Bag of Chips & Salsa
Pollo Con Tajadas
Old School Tacos
Wet Chimichanga
Caliente Nachos

“Me la comida es muy buena“

4.3 Superb104 Reviews
Plant City Besina Mexican • $$
334 S Water St, Providence

“I enjoy the different vegan and plant-based option at Plant City. There is the option to eat more casual downstairs, there is nice outdoor seating overlooking the river and bridge, and the upstairs Sezn offers fine dining. I tried Sezn for the first time and enjoyed the sweet potato gnocchi, eggplant lasagna and matcha strawberry shortcake. It was a beautiful atmosphere with very attentive staff. The food was exceptional.“

4.3 Superb94 Reviews
Maiz East Side Mexican • $$
20 S Angell St, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Birria Taco and Carnitas Taco
Chicken \u0026 Shrimp Tacos
Guacamole and Chips
Chips and Salsa
Shrimp Burrito
Birria Burrito
Fish Taco
Enchiladas
The Birria
Bowl

“Our second stop on our Saturday Taco crawl took us to Maiz, the Wayland Square location.The shop was decked out for the Halloween season. Inside the place reminds you of a Mexican cantina. Brightly colored flags adorning the ceiling contrasted the sand colored wall.

Our server was very nice, letting us know what our options were for the fight. I chose to upgrade mine to pastor tacos as they are my favorite type. My friends got a Birria taco, a shrimp taco and the carnitas taco.

It didn't take long before our food arrived. Fresh and hot, we quickly dived in. The pastor was flavorful, a slight char taste that made the whole thing sing a symphony for my taste buds. The shrimp taco was particularly good as well. The shrimp was succulent and the addition of the pineapple took it to the next level. The Birria meat was tender and juicy. The carnitas was a solid choice as well. Their homemade hot sauce, mild or spicy, on the side. All washed down with ice cold Mexican coke.

Another taco spot in the books as a place to return. We only live 9 minutes away so it's a sure thing for us!“

4.3 Superb58 Reviews
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Dolores

Dolores Mexican • $$
100 Hope St, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Quesadilla De Huitlacoche
Fish Taco and Octopus Taco
Fresh Guacamole and House
Chips and Guacamole
Huarache De Lengua
Enchiladas Suiza
Brisket Barbacoa
Pistachio Mole
Rice and Beans
Carnitas Tacos

“Great food, service & atmosphere!“

4.2 Good119 Reviews
Órale Taqueria Mexican • $
109 Manton Ave, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Street Tacos
Big Burrito

“I love the food and I Love the fact that they have Real natural juice. Everyone should go! Your going to love it. Me encanta la comida y me encanta el hecho de que tengan Jugos Naturales. ¡Todos deberían ir! Les van a encantar“

4.8 Superb16 Reviews
Baja's Taqueria Mexican • $
223 Thayer St, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Pork Tacos with Pico De Gallo and Guacamole Cheddar Cheese
Chimichanga Dinner
Chicken Guacamole
Shrimp Tacos
French Fries
Wet Burrito
Meat Choice
Cheese Steak
Quesadilla
BYO Tacos 3

“I never try this food chain but I believe it is better than chipotle and the portions are more since I eat like a truck driver this is great. I wish their beef is cook different like chipotle I believe they have a grill that they cook their beef. Overall good portion of food, the service was wonderful, and the atmosphere was on point.“

4.2 Good60 Reviews
La Poblanita Mexican • $
273 Academy Ave, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Tacos De Carne Asada
Carne Asada Plate
Tostada De Pollo
Beans and Rice
Tacos Especial
Huarache
Frescos

“This place looks amazingly good!!Now with new management everything looks great... I definitely recommend this place to buy Mexican sweets and condiments, now also a new person is in charge of the restaurant and cooks delicious everything now seems to be super perfect... don't hesitate to stop by a while and go enjoy some good Mexican food.This place looks better than ever omg!! Now it's under new management and everything looks great.I definitely recommend this place to eat and get all Mexican condiments and candy. What can I say about this place!! Is my favorite place ever I am a client since December 2012here is where I find all my stuff I need from Mexico.From real Mexican candy to even Mexican cheese, I go to La Poblanita once a week ♥️and I have many more pics of stuff I buy to cook traditional Mexican food“

4.3 Superb30 Reviews
Yellow Door Taqueria - Providence Mexican • $$
191 Dorrance St, Providence

“Yellow Door in Providence offers a fantastic dining experience with a great atmosphere both inside and out on the back patio. The space feels vibrant and welcoming, perfect for a casual night out or a relaxed evening with friends. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the service was excellent from start to finish.

We stopped in for RI Food Fights 'Taco Mania!' and had the Birria and Duck tacos, both were outstanding — full of flavor and beautifully prepared. The quality of the food really stands out. While the prices are on the higher side, the quality and overall experience make it well worth it.

A nice bonus: they offer $5 tacos on Tuesdays, which is a perfect excuse to go back.

Overall, Yellow Door is a standout for anyone looking for delicious tacos, great service, and a lively, welcoming atmosphere in Providence.“

4.3 Superb29 Reviews
Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant Mexican • $$
351 Atwells Ave, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Chimichanga Chicken Burrito
Giant Margarita Marchelita
Chips Salsa and Guacamole
Steak and Chicken Fajitas
Don Jose’S Platter
Table Side Guacamole
Enchiladas Tapatias
Chicken Enchiladas
Molcajete Azteca
Fried Ice Cream

“definitely the booze. Oh yeah and the 🌯’s are amazing too…“

4.1 Good114 Reviews
Taqueria Al Son de Mi Barrio Mexican • $
109 Manton Ave, Providence

“Pretty bomb tacos and you’re getting your moneys worth. The tacos are flavorful and beautifully stuffed with cilantro and onions. I've been here a couple times and each time I went the service is pretty slow so I would call ahead so you’re not waiting too long. The vibe is so cute though they have picnic tables outside and lights all around. Definitely give it a try and support a small business“

4.9 Superb7 Reviews
Mi Hacienda Restaurant Mexican • $
603 Plainfield St, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Pancakes Con Forma de Mickey Fresas
Home Fries and Eggs and Toast
Steak and Eggs and Toast
Camarones A la Mazatlan
Waffles with Strawberry
Three Way Fajita Plate
MI Hacienda Churasco
3 Way Fajitas Mixtas
A Western Omelette
French Toast Loaded

“Food is awesome and the staff is friendly and professional. Whether you have breakfast lunch or dinner it's all good!“

4.1 Good73 Reviews
Antojitos De Mi Tierra Mexican • $
95 Manton Ave, Providence

“The Colombian hot dog was delicious! Great serving size too. Will have again for sure.“

4.3 Superb14 Reviews
Livi's Burritos Mexican • $
65 Weybosset St Unit #116, Providence

“It’s a good easy spot downtown for chipotle-style burritos.
I mean you literally like make it yourself so if you don’t like it, that’s on you lol.
It’s located in the Arcade building (a cute old mall) so there is minimal parking etc
Only open at lunch time so they are closed by 4pm“

4.4 Superb10 Reviews
La Lupita Tacos Mexicanos Mexican • $
1950 Westminster St, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Orden Tacos de Birria
Flautas - 3 Per Order
Vegetarian Gringa
Pulled Chicken
Tacos De Lengua
Small Burrito
Asada Burrito
Tacos de Asada
Tacos Dorados
Steak Burrito

“The tacos here are incredible!!!! They have the right amount of toppings and are fairly priced too. I have come here twice within the last few months and if I lived closer I’d be coming a lot more frequently.“

4 Good95 Reviews
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Tenares

Tenares Mexican • $$
486 Cranston St, Providence
5 Superb1 Reviews
Orale Taqueria 2 Mexican • $
1119 Chalkstone Ave, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Menudo Pansita Y Pata
Barria and Consome
Carne Asada Steak
Guacamole w Chips
Torta de Milanesa
Quesadilla de
Regular Tacos
Big Burrito
Birria Taco
Tamales

“The Birria tacos are amazing along with their entire menu! I highly recommend giving them a try if you have not been.“

3.9 Good62 Reviews
Lucia's Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $$
154 Atwells Ave, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada and Pollo
Chimichanga Dinner
Pastor Chimichanga
Salsa

“Muy buena comida y muy buen servicio 🤗👌“

3.9 Good68 Reviews
Caliente Mexican Grill Mexican • $
1082 Chalkstone Ave, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Build Your Own Salad
Chips and Guacamole
Loaded Nacho Fries
Taco Shell Salad
Caliente Nachos
3 Street Tacos
Steak Ranchero
French Fries
Quesadilla
Al Pastor

“they serve great food for a great price, and the guys are very friendly.“

3.9 Good70 Reviews
Maya Azteca Mexican • $$
264 Pocasset Ave, Providence

“Sitio muy familia me la paso bien“

3.8 Good13 Reviews
La Fogata Foodtruck Tacos • $
482 Hartford Ave, Providence

Customers` Favorites

Papas Fritas Con Pollo Hot Cheetos Hot Cheetos Chicken Fries
Birria Tacos with Consommé
Torta De Birria
Shuco de Chorizo
Ramen De Birria
Tacos de Birria
Birria Ramen

“Seriously one of the best things I've eaten in a long long time! Anything with their Birria is amazing. Everything is so flavorful and juicy and delicious. I can't wait to try more of their menu, this will definitely be my new go-to spot ❤️“

4.6 Superb77 Reviews

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