50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Riverside

“Un lugar muy agradable con una buena atención y una deliciosa comida …“

“LOVE this place. I had a serious birria taco craving and Viva La Birria for sure satisfied that. We ordered ahead and not only was the food piping hot and fresh, it was tasteful, and the staff was so friendly. While she got my items together she was complimenting my lashes and made me feel so pretty! As someone who is shy going into places, this really boosted my mood and had me smiling the rest of the night. We’ve been back plenty of times and won’t go anywhere else for birria tacos!! My husband got the Birria quesadillas and loved them too. I recommend them to everyone!“

“Good menu!!! Good drinks! Buen sabor y buen ambiente! Todo es bueno en “El Marinero” .“

“Always so yummy , friendly & great music - Thankyou !“

“Wonderful atmosphere with Delicious Mexican Dishes and the best Margaritas and Mojitos in town! With great waiters and bartenders!!“

“Amazing Mexican food hands down one of the best“

“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!“

“delicious and fresh, friendly staff“

“Food really good good place“

“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“

“great authentic food great service friendly most authentic Mexican food I've found in mass or ri so far“

“The staff was friendly and the food was good! Can’t wait to go back“

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

“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.“

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

“First time there tonight. Food was excellent and staff was very friendly. Highly recommended!“

“Always a great experience and amazing food! Weekend ribs are amazing--smoky and delicious with their signature BBQ sauce! Be sure to order early as they always sell out, but worth the effort. If you can't get the ribs, I HIGHLY recommend the burgers. I know what you are thinking, but this is not just Mexican food. Nacho Mamas has THE best burgers anywhere.“

“Absolutely fantastic tacos. The staff were super friendly, the young man working walked my food to my car while I was crutching around. Tacos were unreal! I wish I had gotten 2 more. Ample portions and fantastic seasoning. Thank you very much! Will be back soon.“

“Great food, fast, friendly service“

“my second time there and it didn't disappoint, food was absolutely delicious. Went for a girls lunch prices very reasonable and we all enjoyed our meals, I highly recommend it 😀“

“We have been to Bandidos a LOT and we have always had an amazing experience. The food is wonderful, the drinks are delicious and the staff is so warm and friendly. I have yet to order the same thing twice, and everything has been delicious! We just used them as a caterer for an event and it was flawless, the portions were plentiful and everything was SO GOOD! They made it effortless, they set everything up for us and everyone had been raving about it! Bandidos will be the first place I go to for all of my catering needs in the future!“

“🌮 5-Star Review for Plaza Mexico Cocina 🌟 If you're looking for authentic Mexican flavor, amazing service, and a warm, vibrant atmosphere, Plaza Mexico Cocina is the place to be! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted like family — and the food? Absolutely next-level. 🌟 Highly recommend — this is hands-down one of the best Mexican restaurants around!“

“los pambasos .. y tacos dorados de papa 😋 😋😋😋 the best around 😋“

“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.“

“Gracias por excelente servicio. muy rica comida. quedamos satisfechos. buscamos un restaurante en el area y nos sorprendio volveremos. gracias desde el cocinero al mesero super amable.“

“Love this little neighborhood spot - great food, terrific value, nice owner…it’s a community gem! I just wish I had stopped in sooner…I could have been enjoying this food for years!

Don’t make the same mistake 😂“

“Great food very good presentation nice and fresh“

“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.“

“Me la comida es muy buena“

“Stopped by when they were in Douglas at a new business in town. Tacos were AMAZING. Staff was friendly! Ingredients fresh! Will visit this awesome food stand again when they are around the area. 😎👍“

“The food was very delicious and tasty.“

“Their rice bowls are huge and I got at least two meals out of one Rice bowl. Staff is friendly and accommodating. The selection of vegetables, proteins and huge, freshly prepared throughout the day. I keep going back!

Vegetarian options: While they do have a large selection of meats, you can definitely order any of their items without meat.“

“We have been to Bandidos a LOT and we have always had an amazing experience. The food is wonderful, the drinks are delicious and the staff is so warm and friendly. I have yet to order the same thing twice, and everything has been delicious! We just used them as a caterer for an event and it was flawless, the portions were plentiful and everything was SO GOOD! They made it effortless, they set everything up for us and everyone had been raving about it! Bandidos will be the first place I go to for all of my catering needs in the future!“

“I love Baja’s the food is amazing! The atmosphere is loving and comfortable. The staff are always friendly and welcoming! I would recommend 10/10! I would love to see them more in the CT area. Preferably Bristol, CT or Southington, CT!“

“Great food, friendly service.“

“I love Baja’s the food is amazing! The atmosphere is loving and comfortable. The staff are always friendly and welcoming! I would recommend 10/10! I would love to see them more in the CT area. Preferably Bristol, CT or Southington, CT!“

“Great food, service & atmosphere!“

“todo su comida es muy rica“

“Any bajas I go to are usually clean employees are nice, you get to pick what ever u want I usually get a rice bowl with pinto beans, buffalo chicken , corn, lettuce and cheese and its worth it very filling and inexpensive i usually spend $11 for just me“

“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!“

“Great food & drinks“

“excellent staff great tacos, hidden gem“

“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!“

“Clean and efficient and great group of guys! Talk about in and out during taco Tuesday at dinner time. Pans clean, no drip marks or dirty utensils or counters. Drink cooler stocked and super market style. Overall great experience and the food is great too. They have been around awhile and this is my first time and I'm for sure going back. Well done BAJA'S! You got my business!! 🌮“

“THE BEST EXPERIENCE EVER!!!
okay let me just start by saying the place ate (literally n figuratively). From the second i walked in the vibes were immaculate. The place smelled like happiness, the lights were giving cozy and classy, and the music? chefs kiss.
But the real star of the show? ashley!! when i tell you they went ABOVE and BEYOND like ..someone give them a raise or something they deserve recognition for their outstanding service. They were so patient friendly and actually seemed to care about my experience
(which is so rare these days) I couldn’t even decide what to order because everything seemed so good, and they helped me pick the perfect meal which was basically heaven on a plate.
Every bite had me questioning my life choices like? why haven’t i came here sooner? even the drinks were perfection. Ashley checked in at the perfect times not too much bit too little like they were perfect like as if they were trained by Gordan Ramsay himself.
Long story short: the food? amazing
the service?elite.the vibes? 100/10.
if your thinking about coming here,DO IT.
and if you get Ashley as your server congratulations you officially won in life.“

“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“

“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“

“Went to Taqueria Lupita for the first time yesterday. We ordered tacos to-go (Al Pastor & Suedero). The tacos were delicious. Perfect really. Our hosts were warm and friendly and apologized for not being able to serve us at a table inside due the pandemic. I honestly can’t wait for life to return to normal so I can return to this gem of a restaurant for the whole experience (including Sangria). If you’re getting take-out during the pandemic, be sure to support this local business.“

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

“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.“