17 Best Mexican Restaurants in Cookeville

“It sounds cliché, but this isn't fast food. It's good food, fast. Best meal on the road I've had in a few months.“

“Best Mexican restaurant in Cookeville, hands down. The fajita quesadillas are incredible, with really tender slow roasted and marinated chicken in the chicken version, and delicious and juicy marinated shrimp in the shrimp version. The carnitas tacos are also AMAZING. Having tried Mexican cuisine everywhere from Houston, Texas to Cancun and Cozumel, I can confidently say this place is a shining example of authentic Mexican food.“

“The Michelada’s and margaritas are substantial. I love coming here. They’re always quick and the food is so yummy!!!!!!“

“My family and I dinner here on Friday, Aug 29. The service was amazing. I had mole, my son had civeche, my daughter in law had a torata, I ordered an order of supreme nachos for daughter to take home to her, and my granddaughter had beans and rice. We also shared the fried cheesecake. The food was really good. Prices are the same as any other restaurant. We will definitely eat there again. I was happy they serve mole because it is my favorite dish and most places do not serve it.“

“Had a fabulous meal and the service was stellar! The table side prepared guacamole is a must have and I look forward to my next visit!“

“The kid with the open face helmet hair needs to have better customer service. He speaks low and you cant hear him! The food makes up for it tho😁🤣“

“Great food and drinks . Friendly service and great atmosphere.“

“best mexican food in town very frienly staff I go every wedesday for my cheese enchila meal“

“Got here a little before they opened and still let us in to order. Very nice, kind, server, very attentive. What got me the most was the food. VERY good and Plates were well served. The kids plates could be enough for and adult . My 6 year old usually tries to finish all his food. We still had leftovers to take home“

“I went here after I had a craving for birria tacos, and this was certainly the best choice I could have made. They were favorful in a way that no one could ever recreate. Not to mention that the cashier was so friendly and our food came out in NO time. Go here, seriously.“

“​The customer service was the best I've ever had, and the food was fantastic. There was nothing left on our plates. The entire staff worked together seamlessly to make sure everyone was taken care of, creating a truly amazing experience.“

“Its good but overall 7/10“

“Good food. But be ready to wait at least 30-45 mins for your food“

“By far my favorite Mexican restaurant in town. Great margaritas & excellent food at really reasonable prices, dine in or carry out. Eddie is an awesome waiter, very personable & great service!“

“Just had dinner there last week and I feel that El Tap continues to serve good food, and has done so since it's opening several decades ago. I love their salsa and chips; I particularly like that it has no cilantro since cilantro always tastes bitter to me. Their cheese dip great, too! My favs at El Tap are choripollo, quesadilla relleno and the Jalisco (chicken, beef & shrimp) fajitas over rice with cheese on top. They've added new items in recent years, both American and Mexican options, so there's bound to be something for everyone to enjoy.

Parking: Moderate amount of free, on site parking; no trouble finding parking unless it's very busy.

Kid-friendliness: This is a kid-friendly restaurant with many items on the menu that children would like. The atmosphere is not too stuffy, so parents should feel comfortable bringing their littles along for a night out.

Wheelchair accessibility: There are no steps up to the entrance at the Jefferson Ave entrance and I believe there's now a ramp type walkway at the Willow Ave store. Both stores have tables that would accommodate wheelchair seating.“

“First time and we loved it! Every single dish was delicious!“

“Definitely recommend...this place is awesome!“