50 Best Mexican Restaurants in Austin

“My wife and I had the best experience here for my birthday lunch, I'm so glad we chose this restaurant to eat at while in town for the Austin FC match! I can't say enough about the staff and the owner Joel who went out of his way to be extremely kind to us. Not to mention the food and drinks were so good. We'll definitely be back!“

“excellent dining in a great atmosphere an awesome service sampled a bunch of tasting plates from the fish tacos to the bone marrow and the oysters even had a wonderful dessert with their homemade ice cream and bananas did I say that the service was awesome top notch five stars all day definitely a place to visit in Austin“

“Totally new world of tacos! Amazing flavors, unusual combinations, super fresh ingredients and perfectly prepare. Well deserved James Beard award!“

“grubb best hot sauce around“

“Yo, this place hits different fr fr. The tacos were pretty solid, got the trailer park and it was bussin. Vibes were chill, good spot to grab some grub when you got the munchies. Service was cool too, everyone seemed like they were having a good time. Would definitely come back when I'm cruising around Austin again 🌮✨“

“Especially the crispy steak burrito and the best guacamole 🥑 ever!!“

“The best experience and great food“

“Will definitely be back!! 😅🤤“

“julios is a great neighborhood cafe, family style, the soup is the best - it's homemade, healthy, nutritious, and just the best thing after a hard day!“

“Great food! So glad to have just learned they have one where I live!“

“One likely reason a takeout-only spot like Pollo Regio at 6615 Berkman Dr in Austin boasts an impressive 4.8‑star rating from over 3,000 reviews is the sheer consistency and quality of its core offering: grilled (pollo asado) chicken. A glowing review on MapQuest mentions “pleasant staff, short ticket times, good food,” and specifically praises the grilled‑chicken baked potato . Another review highlights that their food “is ALWAYS on point… very delicious” .

Beyond the chicken itself, the sides and accoutrements clearly leave a strong impression. As far back as 2003, the Austin Chronicle noted the “scrumptious green avocado salsa… fiery and creamy all at once,” along with fresh homemade sides and charred grilled onions—elements that elevate a simple take‑home experience into something memorable .

Moreover, friendly and efficient service powerfully enhances customer satisfaction. Patrons have described the staff as “professional, friendly, and loads of fun,” and appreciated the speed and reliability—even when ordering delivery .

All these factors—delicious, consistent food; standout, handmade sides and sauces; and positive, fast service—combine to create a gratifying, repeatable experience that yields high ratings. For many customers, Pollo Regio’s takeout is not mere convenience—it’s a go‑to solution for quality, flavor, and satisfaction.“

“SO excited I finally got to try La Santa Barbacha!!! Obsessed with the food and drinks, I definitely recommend trying this spot 🔥“

“First time there and the tacos were fantastic and the queso was nice!!!“

“My new favorite restaurant for fancy dates with my husband 😍🥰“

“Our favortie restuarant in Austin, we love ordering a bunch of appetizers and do that often. WE both eat gluten free so this place rocks.“

“When somebody tells me “these are the best tacos in Austin” I can immediately be skeptical. These tacos blew my expectations. When I first approached menu, I was currently hangry and overwhelmed with choice and Liz was super-friendly, conversational and recommend the perfect taco combo of the Machaca and the Alambre. Wooo! 🤌🏾 amazing!!!“

“Quesabirria 10/10 they don’t skimp on the meat! Consomé 10/10 I can drink it! Strawberry Lemonade 10/10 I wish they had an extra large cup! When you see that pink truck stop and get yourself some food or you’ll regret it! Churros were filled with cajeta and covered in cinnamon sugar perfect ending to the meal!!“

“Everything was on point! John, or server, took great care of us. The food and beverages were outstanding. The ambience was warm and enviting. We'll definitely be back!“

“Delicious tacos and enchiladas. Good beans, great salsa bar. Delicious hand made tortillas. What more could you want?“

“This is me and my girlfriend's favorite local joint. The food such as their pizzadilla and birria quesbirria are so large that you can eat in it for two days. For the money, that's a lot.

The food is very rich and the consome complements it well. Parking is easy, despite being around businesses on St. Elmo. The location gives it a very famiky friendly vibe with the tennis courts nextdoor.

The staff is always helpful and kind, they are bilingual which helps as well.“

“good vibed and great bar. the sevice was gucci.“

“We made a reservation for my son’s graduation party. The staff was great and the food was first class. My steak was perfect. We ordered duck and chicken. Family style plates allowed All to savor and share each dish.“

“Love Love their food! Just go try it. You’ll return.“

“si buscas comer rico sin importar si es en la mañana a medio día o la tarde te aseguro que ñoños es la mejor opción, además de la mejor atención ❤️ no hay algo específico que pueda recomendar ya que todo es delicioso 😋“

“Fast service, delicious food“

“My girlfriend and I were looking for a good burrito and this place kept coming up in other comments and searches and it did NOT disappoint. The food came quick it was hot service was great! 10/10 would recommend and if you come across it definitely stop and get some!“

“Best Mexican El Paso style food! Home away from home great food! Great people and customer service!“

“Always good, love the Brushfire!“

“El Naranjo is one of the best restaurants we have been in. We had the pork shank and the braised beef-they were prepared perfectly and paired with sides that were complementary to their distinct flavors. Spices local to the Oaxaca region of Mexico were blended in way that were flavorful without being overpowering. The wait staff was excellent, explaining each dish and answering questions. We highly recommend this restaurant. Yes, it’s pricier than other restaurants but is a fine dining experience that you won’t find in many other restaurants.“

“Definitivamente se recomienda La Taquicardia! Muy buen sabor y platillos únicos con un sabor delicioso 👌“

“Great meal, though the non-service dog who wandered into our dining space was an unforced error. Your website clearly states the patio is not pet-friendly, so why was a family pet present? Please, no non-service animals in food service spaces.“

“The beef cheek was 🔥 So much flavor in every bite! The tacos have the perfect amount of moisture. You never know if a place will be as good as the ratings say, but this place is definitely a 5.0“

“Muy rico, realmente un sabor muy muy de mexico y una atencion muy buena, maravilloso“

“Yessy was AMAZING!!!! She was very helpful and very polite and veryyyyyy nice! The food and drinks were EXTREMELY tasty and very good service as well! We will definitely be back!!“

“Les doy un 10 el sabor la frescura el servicio todo muy bien“

“loved this place! ❤️ excellent atmosphere and great service 👍💃😊“

“went to the dine in location. this place has gone down hill. chicken was bland . thr beans tasted like they were powder with water added.“

“We ate brunch for the first time here today and will be back. The churro waffles alone are worth it! Everything we had was delicious and the service was above par! Highly recommend.“

“The best tacos I have ever had.“

“This place is great, I have gone here for breakfast and lunch before and it has yet to disappoint. The food is tasty, well portioned, and if you get it to go they come in these plastic containers with a secure lid that are really nice. Their huevos rancheros is the best I've ever had and the mole tacos are solid too, but I would suggest that you ask for two corn tortillas as mine completely fell apart.“

“100/10 experience. Shoutout to our server Gary- he was so nice! Ambiance was pretty. Food was top TIER! As someone who is vegetarian this place was perfect- they had a separate plant-based menu with a ton of options. Outside weatherized dining was great even when it was cold no jackets were needed.“

“Food waa outstanding. The service was top-notch and you can't beat the price especially for it's S Austin location. I highly recommend“

“Good food and drinks. Friendly service“

“Super calm because there are not very many people and they are super friendly and the food is absolutely scrumptious the music was also inviting. I went there for my birthday and it wasn’t super over the top because it’s not busy, it’s just a nice happy birthday and a free dessert.“

“This is a classy and tasty place to dine and relax after a long work day.“

“The servers are always so polite and always very helpful. The servers here are wonderful. The food is also sooooo good. If I could go here everyday then I would. My favorite server here is obviously Joe. He is very kind and always brings me my food with a smile!

Parking: Everything here is wonderful!!“

“OMG! Hands down the best tacos I’ve had in Austin so far, and I’m always trying new spots!

The service was excellent, and the owner was super friendly and attentive. The taco truck is set up at a car wash, which actually made for some fun people-watching while we waited for our food. We ordered the steak tacos, and they were packed with flavor and came with generous portions of meat. The spicy sauce? Incredible!

So glad I found this gem… I just wish it was closer to my house!“

“The service was excellent. Our waitress was very attentive, yet never intruded on our dinner. She gave great recommendations and was spot on. Food was so good, really so good. Had a great experience and highly recommend“

“Johnny Tacos has really good food !!
It’s a food truck outside a night club
Pros: The food is awesome, made fresh to order . I ordered the chicken fajita quesadilla, Birria & consume and chicken fajita tacos.. they were all so good I ordered more to take back with me.

Cons: It’s not kid/ teen/ family friendly place. It’s placed outside a night club called high noon . So it’s loud and lots of drunk folks. For those who drink it’s great you can order a couple beers to go with your food otherwise they won’t sell you any water,soda or pop.

Definitely go there for the tacos, if you are looking for an atmosphere & travelling with kids/ teen. It’s not the place for you“

“Nice place for a quick lunch or a linger.“