41 Best Mexican Restaurants near Sullivans Island

“The food was pretty good.“

“Bartenders are amazing! The Hard Kampucha is to die for! And the tacos are spot on!“

“Had an absolutely amazing dinner at Matador! Delicious food and drink and we were SO lucky to be served by Sam! He told us incredible stories and gave us tons of tips of what to do! He absolutely made our dining experience something extra and I hope his manager knows what gem he is!“

“Visited this place with my bf!! Very good food!! Was greeted by a lovely host who gave us a menu to order being that we were ordering to go!! Then we ended up placing our order with the very nice bartender behind the counter. Not even 5mins he acknowledged us so we just ended up placing our order with him. Food came out fast and correct as well. Will be returning!!!! With or without my bf lol !!!“

“Food was great, service was Awesome, Whitney is the best“

“The best Mexican food I've had in a long time, 100 % recommended, the wet tacos were delicious 🤤🤤🤤🤤, love it!“

“We had a large group on a very busy weekend in Charleston and they were amazing!! Food was delicious, margaritas were perfection and they even went out of their way to help celebrate a birthday and graduation ❤️“

“Delicious Tacos and Tortas!! Best drinks too!! Tequila (Don Cato) shots were lit!!🔥 Marcos provided superb service and very friendly!!“

“Second time there visiting Charleston. We love the margs and service!“

“I’m a Texas gal living here in Charleston and I’m particular about my Tacos! Had some friends stay at an Airbnb across the street and it was convenient so I finally went. I’ve now been twice in less than a week. Everything is so fresh. Well flavored. Delicious. Cocktails are lovely. Staff was helpful and attentive both times. Casual, fun, and yummy for my tummy! Go!“

“Great atmosphere, food and drinks!!“

“Food is amazing!! I give it 5⭐️!! And our bartender, TAYLOR, is amazing!! She’s awesome! I highly recommend visiting this establishment and hopefully you’ll meet Taylor.“

“Always a good time. Good Texas margaritas, good service, and good food for good value!“

“I frequent Charleston, and this is always my first stop. To start, the chips are actually fried and delicious, and pair perfectly with the house made salsa. I have tried most of the menu items, but once I discovered the camarones a la Diabla, have never looked back. It is the most delicious sauce for this common dish that I have ever tried. I have dreams about it. The space is fun and the vibes are immaculate.“

“Food is outstanding. We have enjoyed their Sunday brunch, lunch and chef dinner. The food is authentic and exceptional.“

“What was supposed to be a quick pit stop turned into a memorable part of our trip.

My boyfriend Steve and I were just passing through and stopped at Blanca Empanada in Charleston simply to use the bathroom—but the moment we walked in, we enjoyed more than just the bathroom 😂 . The warm, inviting aroma coming from the kitchen immediately pulled us in, and before we knew it, we were being welcomed by Johnathan, whose kindness made us feel like we had been regulars for years.

We decided to stay (the best decision we made all day) and ordered one of each taco, a lamb neck burrito, and the fresh tres leches. Every single bite was incredible—full of flavor, clearly made with care, and absolutely unforgettable. The lamb neck burrito was rich and tender, the tacos were vibrant and perfectly balanced, and the tres leches was the kind of dessert you think about long after it’s gone.

What started as a quick stop became a moment we’ll both hold onto. Places like this are rare—where the food is amazing, but the people make it even better. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re anywhere near Charleston.“

“We love going in to see Heather and the super-friendly staff. We are welcomed and made to feel valued. My child asks repeatedly to go there and it is good food! I have no reason to say no. Keep up the great work! - Kelli and Zeo“

“Great staff and great food“

“Amazing food! Just moved close by. Will be back!“

“I could not recommend this place more. The food was fantastic, the drinks were phenomenal- this is the first $16 margarita I ever said was worth it. Don't let the location scare you off: this is some genuine Mexican cuisine with all the flavors. Victor took care of us and was super nice and very accommodating.

Burria tacos
Tortas cubana
Specialty margaritas (church and punt)“

“This is the best Mexican food around. The service is wonderful and they are very friendly.“

“Great neighborhood restaurant for locals - no tourists there when we had lunch. Beautifully presented meals, hot, tasty and the price was right. Professional service - couldn't ask for more. We were told they were a member of Toast!Rewards but haven't seen our points yet.“

“Highly recommend for Mexican cuisine, best in town! Every dish is delicious and the tequila espresso martini is amazing!!“

“Highly recommend this place“

“Great Mexican food and excellent service. Closest to real food I’ve tasted this side of the border. Awesome tacos de lengua and flan“

“The family-owned vibe makes a difference, you're not just another transaction like at corporate flower chains, Diana takes time with customers and remembers people, makes shopping there actually pleasant instead of feeling rushed through an assembly line process.“

“They have Great margaritas!“

“We love our local LA HA. The staff is always great and service is always fast.“

“The service is spectacular. Ben the curley haired bartender is the best. He has the best personality and smile. Every time I’ve been in it feels like I am really welcomed. Thanks for the great afternoon.“

“9.5 out of 10. Had the Queso Birria Tacos combo. Food was fantastic, atmosphere was great, and service was perfect.“

“My Family first tried the North Charleston location a few months back, and as non meat or dairy consumers, we were pleasantly surprised at the variety that Azul Mexicano had to offer. As a lover of Mexican food that is authentic, I definitely recommend this place for food, service, and atmosphere. The next location was James island which was even better! Our server greeted us with a smile every time that she approached and made sure to check on us often. Although the music was quite loud inside(even in the restroom) we had the option of eating outside on a beautiful day. The bugs were pretty much non-existent, and the traffic noise was no issue as we sat and ate. The food was also perfect for two children ages 6 and under.“

“The food is always top notch. They have a great mix for their margaritas. The service last evening was a bit slow. After we received our food, we did not see our server again.
But someone else eventually came along and brought us our check.“

“Food is delicious, habanero salsa tastes amazing! The atmosphere is fun and the restaurant is clean. The food runner forgot my side so that was a bummer but the waitress took it off the bill preemptively. I’d go back and hopefully get the side next time. Lovely outdoor seating as well.“

“We had a large group on a very busy weekend in Charleston and they were amazing!! Food was delicious, margaritas were perfection and they even went out of their way to help celebrate a birthday and graduation ❤️“

“Amazing vibe and delicious Quesabirria taco with the millionaire margarita! We came post DMB show and it was a continuation of the party! Great service! Love it!“

“The service, food, and experience was absolutely great and I reccomend this place to anyone in charelston.“

“An authentic neighborhood pub feel!!!!! Very friendly atmosphere!!!!! Nice beer and whiskey selection Wonderful food“

“Great place for family dinning.“

“We wanted to have lunch so we went to Agaves Cantina. The local recommended it, and they greeted us at the door and got us settled at a table. The ambiance of the restaurant was beautiful.

Fernando was our server, and he brought out the menus. After talking with him, we decided on the Pollo A La Creme, Quesadilla Fajita, and Nachos Fajita.

The server bought out some chips and salsa, which was a great start to our lunch. Both the chips and salsa were delicious, and everyone in our group enjoyed them.

The server brought us out all our dishes, and they were all really well-made, delicious, and perfect lunch options. There was definitely enough food to go around for everyone in our group.

Agaves Cantina is a beautiful restaurant with delicious and high-quality food.“

“Amazing atmosphere, open air, great food and good service! Will be back!“

“The food was very good and flavorful. Had the carne asada steak. Grilled fish tacos and shrimp taco. Their house chips are delicious. I service was not very good. Our servehad to be asked several times to refill waters and never asked how our meal was. I wish we had gotten her name. Nice bar area.“