46 Best Mexican Restaurants near Waunakee

“The best Mexican food around!!“

“Love the food and the staff is always so nice/friendly“

“Went there on 10/23/25 for lunch. I had the #1 Special (beef burito with rice and beans). I liked it (because I do not eat veggies). Others in the group were not so enthused with the taste of there choices. Waitress had some issues with English, but we were able to make it work. On the fence regarding a return visit.“

“The service was great! I ordered a quesadilla and they burnt tortilla a little bit, without my asking they started making a new one. So delicious! love all the options for toppings!“

“The food at Lupe's is top notch“

“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!“

“cozy lil spot, authentically 💯 delicious! Great prices, fast, friendly service-You will not be disappointed if you are looking for the real deal.“

“We had Birria Tacos and Chorizo Taco & Chips with Gua on the side. Let me start with freshness, chips was hot and freshly fried, which we found vey rare. Chorizo was well done and tasty. Service was very fast, it took hardly 5 min to get the food served at table. Coming back for sure.“

“Ordered my usual dine-in as a to-go tonight. There was a minor confusion on the staff's part...not sure why, the guy was fluent in English and Spanish. Anyway, it was quickly sorted out. The food was excellent, as always! Never hesitate to eat here, or get a to-go from here!!!“

“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!“

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

“Great tasting chicken fajitas and large margaritas hit the spot today. We will be returning for more.“

“Food is amazing! Best tacos!“

“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.“

“This place has consistently great food and attentive service! The outdoor patio is a nice place for people watching as well. Stop in and try a "machete!"“

“Just moved to Madison a week ago and walked into downtown for some tacos and was not disappointed! Some of the best beef and chorizo tacos I’ve had! Will 1000% be back!“

“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!“

“Great food! Staff is great as well.“

“quesabirria was absolutely amazing!!! will be back k very soon!“

“Great authentic Mexican food. I had the steak fajitas burrito. It was delicious and huge. I also had a couple margaritas and they were excellent. We had a family of four, all adult meals, and some margaritas and price was better than expected for the size and quality of the meals and drinks.“

“Tried this spot for the first time today—so good! Every dish our fam ordered was packed with flavor, super affordable, and the service was awesome. We’ll definitely be coming back!“

“delicious food and margaritas! fun family friendly atmosphere, friendly and fast service“

“Had dinner here for the first time tonight. Got there a little before dinner rush, great service even when it started to get busy. All the food was great. Even my picky 10 yr old liked the chicken quesadilla. lol Recommend the sweet potato taco.“

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

“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.“

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

“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.“

“Great food, speedy service“

“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 ???“

“I always like the tacos with chicken. However on Sunday my tacos had pieces of skin in the shredded chicken. So now I don't feel like eating there for awhile. Now I have spoken up about it Sally“

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

“Taco Madre is hands down one of the best Mexican restaurants we’ve eaten at in the Madison area. The salsas were very good, the drinks were good, and our food was great! We had a torta with carne asada and the enchiladas rancheras. Super great! Will definitely go back again! Oh! Also our waitress was super nice and the environment was very welcoming!“

“Always wonderful food and fast service.“

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

“I gotta say, coming originally from Austin, TX and living in Madison for three years, I haven't found a lot of good Mexican food up here other than QDoba. Other places just either try too hard or not hard enough, and they don't give me that soulful feeling of eating a good Mexican/Tex-Mex plate back down south. But this place knows what they're doing. After I ate Fajitas at La Bamba, a little bit of that feeling of home came straight back to me. It was a welcome relief after trying other places. They season their food very well (could do better on chips and salsa), but overall this is by far the best Tex Mex place I've been to in Madison. I don't just tolerate eating this food, I enjoy eating this food and wanting to come back!“

“Alfy is an outstanding manager at Qdoba. His leadership, attention to detail, and ability to keep both the team and customers happy truly stand out. He handles challenges with professionalism and always maintains a positive atmosphere. It’s clear that he takes great pride in his work, and it really shows in the smooth operation of the restaurant“

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

“Great food. Quick and consistent. Very friendly staff. Only gripe is inside pick up is a little awkward. They face all the bags with the receipts facing away from the customer. If they are busy at the register you have to turn around all of the bags to find which one has the receipt with your name on it. Suggestion would be to turn towards customer and highlight name on receipt. Other than that this place is really nice.“

“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“

“This restaurant is such a great local alternative to Chipotle/Qdoba. The staff are very friendly and super willing to walk people through the ordering process. I have never felt rushed. I’ve ordered a burrito bowl and the loaded nachos before. Both were wonderful. Portions are also pretty generous, especially on the nachos! I’ve had leftovers to take home both times I’ve stopped in. All around, a really nice spot for a casual lunch or dinner.“

“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!“

“I’ve never been in a Taco John’s. I’m glad this was my first experience. It’s been a long time since I’ve had fast food, but I was running errands and figured why not? The staff are incredibly friendly, fast, and helped me with my order. They should teach other places what customer service looks like. Thank you for brightening my day!“

“The food was great. It almost made up for the company.
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Chips and guacamole ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“When you walk in, the smell from the bakery hits you. It is amazing! We had a big struggle deciding on what to get. So many options to tempt us! The prices were impressively low as well.
The grocery looked pretty good. We weren't there for groceries, so I can't really comment. They did have some ground coffee for good prices that I could see trying.
The restaurant consisted of a few tables. I want to give that a try sometime. It looks very inviting.“

“I had not been to a Taco Bell for many years and my granddaughter requested we stop after dance class. I was pleasantly surprised with the exceptional service . The gentleman at the counter could have not been nicer . My granddaughter ordered her favorite, 1 cheese wrap and 2 soft shell tacos .
Having not been there for a while I had no idea what I should try . I chose the Nacho Grande . I
The Nachos were as good as any restaurant I had been to . It really hit the spot . Definitely a Great Value .“

“Food and Service were great!“