43 Best Mexican Restaurants in Madison

“Wow! Sometimes the small restaurants are the best.... This is one of them. The selection is impressive and fresh tasting. Music is approprite n not blaring loud. The staff are friendly and efficient. There's no table service but thats a good thing at thos location. The atmosphere is of authentic Mexico and tasteful, not cheesy. Prices are fair. If i lived in the area, i would return again n again. This place is highly recommended.“

“We had a great time. The staff was amazing and the food was was great! The machetes are awesome and the drinks .. we tried the cantaritos and we love them. Thanks for an amazing night“

“Our waiter was very polite, kind, and prompt. The food was a cut way above a typical ethnic food restaurant. Very unique as well as delicious choices. Definitely ranks at the top of my list of places to dine. Five stars!“

“Long time favorite that never disappoints! My go to menu items are the Nachos Mexicana and Enchiladas Verdes… yum!“

“It's a quaint grocery / restaurant. The service was great and the employees were smiling and very polite. The restaurant offers tables and counter service. I tried the breakfast burrito. It was light in the meat portions, definitely did not notice the chorizo. The sour cream was abundant and I was really put off with the pickled jalapenos. IF I ordered it again I would definitely leave out the sour cream and would really wish they could use fresh jalapenos and up the meat portions. I'll give it another try though. Wish they had a drink menu as they serve adult beverages.“

“04/23/2025 Ate here for the first time yesterday afternoon. Absolutely authentic and delicious meals. The restaurant was much, much larger than I expected. The interior décor gives it an extra special ambience and everything was very clean. Friendly, attentive staff. Too bad we're not smart enough to speak Spanish. (Should've taken my nephew with me.) 😁 Highly recommend. We know we'll be going back there! 849 Northport Dr in Madison, WI - where Benvenuto's used to be.“

“Tacos El Capi was recommended to me by friends and we decided to stop on the way home from a road trip on Friday and get some take-out. The restaurant is not very big and most of the tables were full so I'm hoping that they are doing well because we will be coming back as our food was excellent. We both ordered the 3 tacos entree I got mine with beans and rice she got hers with just the tacos I did all ground beef she got chicken beef and pork. Even though it was busy our order was ready to go in maybe 5 minutes. Everything was very good with plenty of fillings in all the tacos. My companion said the chicken taco was especially good. If your around the corner of Johnson St. and East Wash. and want Mexican food don't go to Taco Bell support a local restaurant and go to Tacos El Capi you won't be disappointed. Sorry no photos was to busy enjoying the food will add some on the next time we stop here which will be soon.“

“I had the lunch enchiladas and they were the best I’ve had in a while! True authentic Mexican flavor and style!“

“The place was great, good staff, clean atmosphere and the food was on point!“

“The catering order placed for our holiday lunch was simply amazing. Legit best value for the price, great flavor, and those homemade sauces are a true chef's kiss. Def. recommend!“

“El Grito stopped by my clinic to bring delicious tacos and cheer to our healthcare workers during this crazy time. The tacos we had were smaller, so you didn’t feel guilty eating all of them real quick. The flavor was awesome too! I highly recommend adding the mango habanero sauce, if you like that extra kick! I wish they were here all the time!“

“If the only thing you're comparing this to is Chipotle, don't. If you're open to something new and more local, go here. Food is great and you can see them cook the meat right in the back. Staff are friendly. A buddy of mine brought me here once upon a time and I've couldnt wait to go back. I like that authentic kick with homestyle flavor.“

“I had the fajitas for lunch and it was a large serving and delicious. they even set them on fire at the table! Great service with a smile as well.“

“Best tacos in USA/ Los mejores tacos en USA“

“first time going there today, they have the best tacos. and their salsa for chip and salsa is probably the best I've ever had compared to other restaurants. The staff is absolutely amazing and super friendly. 10/10 recommend.“

“We love El Imperio!! The food is delicious and authentic. Their classic tacos, burritos, and chimichangas are fantastic! But they also have seafood specialties, which is rare to find. We love the ceviche!! The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxing. Great neighborhood spot ❤️“

“Down home cooking, tasty menu, student prices.“

“GrubHub order: I can't personally comment on the service since we ordered through a delivery app. However, I gave all 5-star ratings because they truly deserved it. First, the ChocoFlan was perfect with just the right balance of creamy chocolate flavor without being too sweet—exactly how a dessert of this calibur should be. Second, the Quesabirria Taco with barria sauce was outstanding. The meat was incredibly tender and perfectly seasoned. I would highly recommend it!“

“Fabulous food, very friendly staff, never fails to disappoint. And if they have tamales, grab them they are awesome!“

“I’ve been here multiple times and I’ve always had a great experience. I love the steak tacos. They’re always fresh. It gives me the feeling of a traditional family owned Mexican restaurant. It’s very clean. I believe the owner works beside her employees. She is very nice and comes out to hand us our food every time. This is the only Mexican restaurant I go to. AND ITS OPEN UNTIL 3am!!!“

“I eat here all the time because it’s amazing. I get the burrito with carnitas and the flan! Don’t forget the spicy onions! Beyond the food the staff is very welcoming.“

“Our waitress was ontop of it and amazing. Definitely could tell we came in after a huge rush before the football game and still had amazing service and food. Belair is one of our comfort foods, we live near Milwaukee and go to the two stores there a lot. It was our first time at the Madison location and it was soooo yummy.
Definitely recommend the Tacushi taco. It's my absolute favorite and I crave it all the time ?? there's was a bit different then how they make it in the Milwaukee locations but I still SLAMMED it and wanted more hahaha also always get their queso ???“

“Stopped here on a whim and was not disappointed! Food was so so good! Our server was great! Prices were super reasonable!!! Will drive an hour and a half to come back!!!“

“Great eats for an affordable price! Authentic and good salsa!“

“picked up food togo. tacos and burritos were great. don’t know about a hotdog on a cubano sandwich though. the staff was very nice. the variety in the market was quite nice. i will definitely return to try other choices on the menu and from the market.“

“Always wonderful food and fast service.“

“We recently gathered for my mother’s 93rd birthday, I could not have been more impressed with the experience. From start to finish, everything was seamless and delightful. The restaurant was perfect for our group. The spacious seating arrangement accommodated everyone comfortably without feeling cramped. The decor was elegant yet welcoming, setting the tone for a memorable day. The service was exceptional. Despite our large group, the staff were attentive and efficient. They managed our orders flawlessly and ensured everyone's needs were met promptly. The food was outstanding. From appetizers to desserts, every bite was a testament to the chef's skill and dedication to quality ingredients. The drink selection was impressive, catering to various preferences within our group. Cocktails were expertly crafted. The combination of excellent service, delicious food, and inviting atmosphere made it a truly memorable dining experience for everyone in our group. I highly recommend this restaurant for any occasion.“

“Thanks for coming to the Eastmorland Outdoor Market today. Delicious food! I had your vegetable taco with chunks of fresh vegetables and perfect seasoning!“

“We were staying at the VA hospital today after flying in from Denver. I walked there, lots of construction. The delivery process seemed too complicated. The order online function wasn't working. The facility was clean. Very few customers at about 6 PM. The food looked fresh and a good variety. The gentleman who prepared our meals was polite and attentive. The guacamole was excellent. We ordered 3 chicken street tacos and a chicken salad bowl.Definitely recommend“

“Typical Qdoba restaurant. The service while taking my order was okay, the gal didn’t speak English so harder to communicate with her or needed an interpreter. The restaurant was fairly clean, but the tables could have used a wipe down, I was there right about noon so it was fairly busy. I had a bowl which I thought tasted great! My business partners also had bowls and they also thought the food was very good.“

“Great food, speedy service“

“This place is really, really good. The staff is kind and welcoming. Food tastes like it is made with love. I take it as a good sign that on occasion we are the only native English speakers. And margaritas as big as your head!“

“🤩Exactamente lo que quería siiiii !!! Gracias muy recomendados para sus diseños en pastel 🍰 chicas ahí está el lugar 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 . Otros lados me dijeron que no podían hacerlo pues , ahí si lo lograron hacer y yo muy satisfecha 😁 para mi Ocasion especial de hoy“

“I've catered out of this location many times and they don't disappoint. This time, even though I'm a dope and entered the order for the wrong date, they still accommodated me with nothing but smiles and kindness! Cant forget to mention the chips are the best on this planet! Thanks Qdoba on Mineral pt road!“

“High-back booths provide a cozy and private atmosphere while telling you you're in for an authentic Hispanic meal with traditional vibrat colors. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. And brought chips \u0026 salsa with out drinks. I would have loved some fresh guacamole, but settled fir their fresh Pico instead. (Avocados were out of season). All the food was fast, fresh, and delicious. I pounded 5 tacos and was in agony - 4 would have been plenty, but I had to top it off with dessert anyways. ??“

“Been going here since I was a baby—so many lovely memories eating here, those burritos always hit the spot and the portions are insane! My mom also works with them for catering club events and they are affordable and delicious. They even help her load big items into her car which is very kind. My family and I love Beto, the owner, and he always writes “hija” and “hijo” on our burritos :) Forever a Madison favorite for Mexican food“

“First time here, so so good! Highly recommended. Tried the glorias margarita and the enchiladas mexicanas. Definitely coming back when im in madison again.“

“Amazing vegan food cooked by a kind and generous soul. Healing and love in every bite!“

“Qdoba makes ordering online easy. Their salads are large, filling, and delicious! The pick up process inside could use improvement. Since the food is behind the counter, you either have to wait in line with others who have yet to order or awkwardly "budge" in line to ask for your food.“

“I came with my family, 10/10 service, food and place. The best chicken tostada, and tacos I have ever eaten. We received our food in 10 minutes - fast and very friendly. 100% recommended.

Exceptional service, food was incredible, genuinely the best Tostadas and Tacos I've ever had. I 100% recommend.“

“Favorite local Mexican restaurant. Haven’t been disappointed since new owners took over.“

“This place has a different vibe. They have a small lunch buffet, which is very good. It looks like the venue is a nightclub on the weekends, and they roll out tables and chairs for lunch.The barbacoa, carnitas, and chucken tinga for tacos are great. Their chorizo us awesome, though I regretted it later. I will go back, for sure.“

“Food and Service were great!“