15 Best Mexican Restaurants in Gainesville

“Everything was great: food, customer service & prices!!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“This place is LIFE! Like ermerlawd! The best tacos I've ever ever eaten. Ever. Usually I don't care to make a post about a food joint but this place it tops. The portions of what I order (Steak tacos with cilantro and cheese) is more than fair for the price. You get a fresh lime wedge. Everything is cooked fresh too! I've formed a taco addiction. But its all good. The food is worth it. The cashiers are amazingly nice. They make me feel like an old family friend, because ive been there so much this week haha, they're really great. This place is overall a 12/10. If you don't try it you are missing out on the best chance youll take in 2019. Its your year go make it! Go eat tacos“

“I've stopped in there on my way home from work for the last 2 days........ Yesterday because it was Taco Tuesday and I saw a post on Facebook and today because the tacos were so darn good I wanted to try some more of their food. It did not disappoint. Great stuff! I'll be stopping in frequently from here on out.....“

“the absolute best mexican food around! tacos and quesabirra tacos were amazing!!“

“Manuelito’s did an incredible job hosting the surprise birthday party for us. The food, the drinks, the service, and the atmosphere were awesome! They managed our big group with ease!“

“Anyone comment less than 4☆, these people don't know damn good mexican food. And should remove there comments makes you look foolish“

“No exaggeration, these are some of the best tacos I’ve ever had. Highest possible recommendation.

Also, this place is inside the gas station. There is no sign outside as far as I could tell. Took me a minute to find. Just want to say that to help others find these amazing tacos!“

“A small restaurant but the food was amazing, cashier however wasn’t. She could be a little more friendly. Maybe she was having a bad morning. But all in all the food was delicious.“

“My favorite restaurant in town!“

“Great staff and excellent food with ice cold beverages all at a reasonable price 😋“

“This was a food truck near Gainesville. It was a good place. The guy who was working there was really nice. The only thing I didn't like about it was at the tacos were so small you had to buy four or five tacos to have a decent meal. The Verde sauce was really good. It was super spicy so be careful. Overall it was a good experience I would go back there again.“

“If you’re into eating real Hispanic Type Food every other day like this white man. El Tapatio is the best in Gainesville Tx all the way to Nocona, Tx. El Tapatio offers quality food, good service unlike the others in the area! Plus I keep their cooking equipment repairs now for over a year, and NO BUGS gotten in my way yet! Unlike many other restaurants in Gainesville, Tx.“

“Great fresh and hot food
Extremely clean.
Genuinely happy employees
So delicious 😋 I've been to 3 location from Lubbock to Gainesville TX
Ordered super tacos and super burritos 🌯 😋
Forgot to take pictures, couldn't wait to taste it, lolz 😆 next time 😅“

“I went because the online menu mentioned shrimp and fish tacos. The didn't have either item the lady who took my order was very nice and explained they had a new menu. They have a lot of items but it's a shame they took off the fish and shrimp tacos. The tacos were fine but it is the same stuff every one else has. The guacamole was good.“

“I stopped by for lunch on Monday, July 21, 2026, around 10:45 a.m. The woman working the drive-thru was incredibly sweet and kind. She truly made my day with her friendly attitude and excellent customer service!

I didn't catch her name, but she had black and blue hair, several tattoos, and pretty eye makeup. I just wanted to recognize her for making my visit such a positive experience. She deserves a shout-out and a raise! 💜“