50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Mercer Island

“I love this place! I only found it about 6 or 7 months ago while working on the island. I will be relocating to Kirkland soon and I will absolutely miss this as one of my favorite lunch spots. I am pickier than a 5-year-old and they are always very accommodating with a little teasing in the mix. Great people serving great food!“

“good eats fr type shi“

“I love the Nakid Burrito 🤣🤣“

“Bomb tacos and I love the burrito bowl. El Pastor is my fav.“

“I thought that $22 was too much for a burrito and a side of guacamole. I still think that but I'll admit that my chicken burrito did taste good. The meat was well tenderized and seasoned. Btw, I went here after randomly Googling Mexican restaurants near me for fun.“

“Great food and service. #comfortfood“

“Delicious! And they have Vegan! 😍“

“Great food, friendly staff, clean. I love the tostadas.“

“This place is so good, food and drinks are on point! Definitely recommend for a romantic couple or a get together with friends.“

“What is this place?!? Taqueria? Birria lovers dream? Family? Yep!

Went in about an hour before closing and was greeted immediately upon entering. The menu is simple and very reasonably priced. The positions are VERY generous and the food is incredible.

There is also something special about the atmosphere. The way it’s been decorated. The little touches everywhere. It felt - like you just got invited into someone’s home for a meal. The service felt that same way.

Enter Brenda - part owner of this amazing establishment. Her energy and joy are infectious. She added so much to our dining experience. It was as if she had invited us to be guests at her home and couldn’t wait to share the passion in the food and the dream of this place.

This isn’t just a place to go because you like tacos, or if you know and love birria, or because it’s open. This is a place to go to experience a hug in the form of food. It’s a place to go if you’re missing home meals. It’s a place to go to thank people like Brenda and her family for putting this much joy in the world and soak a little up for yourself.

Gracias familia de Birrieria Pepe El Toro!!!

FYI - they also have food trucks for your corporate, neighborhood, and special event!!“

“They were the food truck option at my kid's Innovation High School readiness evening and they were a hit! I got the asada bowl, the kid got the asada sandwich and my wife got the el Diablo torta and every one of them was fantastic.

There is a slight kick to the meals, but I didn't think it was too bad.

Hopefully they will be back soon!“

“Delicious food & drinks and amazing service . What else can I ask for . Definitely recommended“

“Best Mexican food hands down we’ve found as California transplants to Seattle. Alejandro gave us great service, the food from beginning to end was amazing and made with love, and it’s hard to find a place where every single salsa blew me away. Will be back over and over and over.“

“Excellent food and service and such a pretty view while dining. I highly recommend Agua Verde.“

“Centro is the best restaurant in Burien delivering a creative seasonal menu and every review is delicious! The owners are extremely involved in the Burien Community and the staff is amazing! Right now my favorites are the fish taco, salmon cevice and paloma. But doraditos, cauliflower nachos, brusselsprouts, habanero enchiladas and avocado salsa are forever my favorites! oh and Churros! & hibiscus tea 🌺Try everything!💖🥰 & Emily is my favorite server (pictured)!“

“Super amazing find! We were visiting from Texas and were so pleased with the pollo tamales! I also got a strawberry watermelon Aguas frescas and it was amazing! Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful!“

“A-mazing. I recommend to all... but surely wish they could be open more🤯“

“They make the best fish tacos, and the staff is very friendly.“

“KoKo’s is a fun and moody upscale Mexican/Salvadorian restaurant!! Our waiter, Angel, was incredibly attentive and knowledgeable about the cuisine offered here. He gave great recommendations for drinks and food pairings, especially with lots of lime on the side! We look forward to visiting again, maybe for their happy hour in the future!!“

“La semana pasada tuve la oportunidad de conocer el restaurante, fue una experiencia buena, el servicio, la comida el ambiente, pero hubo algo que si me gustaría que lo consideraran, yo tenía ganas de probar el chile en nogada y me encantó pero para mí no fue suficiente como porque el chile no va acompañado de nada creo que ese arroz que tienen estaría muy bien para acompañarlo porque para mí no fue suficiente comida, de ahí todo lo demás estuvo excelente.“

“Best tacos- full stop! Tacos are $3 and absolutely amazing. Please promote delicious affordable dining in Seattle.“

“Amazing food, just stopped in and had one of their amazing burritos! I was looking for a hamburger joint, but found his place instead. Glad I did! Will definitely be going back next time I am in Seattle!“

“I come in from the park hungry and ask for a number 8 cause I want two beef burritos you know what I’m sayin and then they deliver this takeout box that’s got some kicking bean sauce and rice and it’s soooo yummy I’m like wow this is so much food actually I got more than two burritos and it’s delicious mmmmmm would eat again“

“I gobbled the tacos as if it was my last day on earth lol, REALLY delicious food. We work nearby and love getting tacos from here. One day, if I have more time, I would like to sit and enjoy my food there. Looks so inviting. Thank you for the delicious tacos (-: 3 tacos, 2 tortas, and a large Mexican Coke were $24 bucks. Very nice and affordable prices.“

“Best breakfast burritos I’ve EVER had in Seattle! So freaking delicious. Great staff and a beautiful restaurant! And the Micheladas were so perfect. Totally recommend !“

“Bomb tacos and I love the burrito bowl. El Pastor is my fav.“

“Excelente actitud de los empleados y deliciosa comida, lo que más recomiendo es su café y sus deliciosos tamales“

“We went there today to have some great Mexican food and because my friend Sheryl was in town from Ohio. We had a great time and also had margaritas!!!“

“The best food I’ve ever eaten“

“Just stopped in today for my first time. Everything we got was so good! Fast service and super nice, we will be back!“

“One of the best places in Burien. Food drinks and service. 10 of 10 .“

“We didn’t have time to eat here but when we asked about the blue corn tortillas, the person attending us was super informative and friendly, giving us all kinds of interesting info about their passion for making the masa. We did buy some of the masa to bring back home and made tortillas with them and it was delicious. Thank you!“

“Very generous servings and friendly people. The food was fresh and well prepared. We hope to go back to try some other dishes.“

“Fantastic tacos! Visit them on Taco Tuesday to try them all...like I did! All of the ingredients are fresh and very tasty! This was my first time here, and I will definitely be back to try some of the other food. You owe it to yourself to visit here! Great job El Patron.💯“

“Malena's is my favorite taco in Seattle. The burritos are HUGE and the tacos (hard shell) are delicious. Guacamole is legit and i could eat their salsas with everything. Cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. Rolled tacos as good as Olvera street in LA. Burritos put chain stores to shame. Such good food and freshly prepared to order.“

“el mejor restaurnate de washington 100% recomendado“

“LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Tacos are out of this world; great service and it's in the same parking lot as The Green Door. One of Seattle's favorite cannabis shops around...... talk about a great set up!!! you kill two birds with one stoned moment. it is a must.“

“buen servicio y muy deliciosa la comida“

“I’ve dined at El Gran Taco twice and I’ve been very impressed with the quality of the food and its large menu . The service was exceptional with a smile. ❤️❤️“

“Best tacos- full stop! Tacos are $3 and absolutely amazing. Please promote delicious affordable dining in Seattle.“

“Exelente servicio… muy buena su comida“

“I had a carne asada, chicken tinga, and a birria taco. All the corn tortillas were made in the spot as well as an unbelievably perfect green salsa. And I know this is dangerous to say this, but I just got back from Guadalajara and I think the chicken Tinga was better here than it was down there.“

“Absolutely my new favorite! Great food, drinks and service. I will definitely be back.“

“Far and away one of my favorite Mexican places. This place has ambiance, a separate bar that carries Mariners games and other sports, and, of course, amazing food. Plus the waitresses and bartenders are very nice. Is that enough? I think it's very deserving of five stars.“

“We love coming back here whenever we visit family in Seattle - the food is always delicious (especially amazing mole, fresh tortillas) and their mezcal cocktails are well-balanced. Everyone working here is welcoming and attentive - we can’t wait to go back next time ❤️“

“Happy staff. Good etiquette ✔️“

“Order ahead recommended. Burritos 🌯 fresh and handmade right then and there! Parking lit should be supervised people park sloppy blocking other to exit.“

“Great place for happy hour or dinner“

“Amazing food and overall amazing people and food!! Highly recommend“

“Great food and drinks plus excellent service… What’s not to like? 🥳“