45 Best Mexican Restaurants near Waunakee

“The best Mexican food around!!“

“The tacos are so delicious and the quesa birria is phenomenal!!! I recommend this place to absolutely everybody!!!“

“We had a big group for lunch and while the food took a while it was worth the wait. My nephews love their cheese sauce and we thought that lunch menu had good portions. Our burritos, tacos, and enchiladas for tasty. Chips and salsa are included and the staff is friendly and helpful“

“Im a new resident to the area and glad I found this small taco establishment. The decor is great, staff were amazing and even gave me a recommendation for what to try. I had the birria tacos and they were AMAZING. I’ll definitely be back to try their other dishes!

Wheelchair accessibility: Good access from parking lot“

“We have been here twice now in two weeks for burrito bowls. The bowls are huge and there are many options for fresh toppings and salsas. No extra charge for queso or guacamole either! The staff is friendly and they work quickly. We paid around $22 for two bowls (and mine lasted me for two meals.) I don't think we'll ever go back to Chipotle with Vaquero being right down the street.“

“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!“

“Great restaurant! Excellent food. Reasonable prices. Amazing service and staff.“

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

“Food is amazing! Best tacos!“

“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!“

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

“The food at Lupe's is top notch“

“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!“

“I can't share a photo of my food because it's always so good that I finish it before I remember to take a photo. Excellent food, service and atmosphere. I highly recommend it!

Can't share a photo of my food because it's always so good that I eat it all before remembering to take a photo. Excellent food, service and atmosphere. I highly recommend!“

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

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

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

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

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

“The food is always fresh, tasty and reasonably priced. Service is usually good, though at our most recent visit we were brought the wrong drink, which we pointed out and was corrected but our bill then had the mistake drink on it. The atmosphere is decent, though not cozy. There is often a wait but they thankfully do take reservations.“

“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!!!“

“Just tried the Baja shrimp tacos they are so delicious I had to write a review! They’re Mexican corn the best around!!!“

“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 ???“

“First time eating their food today, ordered from the truck while they were at the Boneyard in Madison. Ordered the chicken enchiladas and they were fabulous. For the price both quantity and quality was beyond “food truck” expectations. Authentic flavors and incredibly nice people too. I will definitely find them again to try everything they offer.“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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“

“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!“

“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“

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

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

“Omg! I work in customer service myself and recognize great service when I see it. The manager and his team are amazing! I see the manager working just as hard as his team and no matter how busy it is, every one of them always has a smile and is ready to serve. I have never had poor service in here and I come regularly because I work down the street. Go and see these guys! You will NOT be disappointed!“

“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.“

“Always have great food and friendly staff“

“I ordered the grilled steak burrito combo that comes with the hard shell taco.

First, the hard shell taco. Normally I don't get hard shell tacos from Taco Bell because the hard shells are usually either stale, broken, or soggy. But this one was nice. The tortilla held together well under the ingredients, and while the taco want stuffed, it wasn't bare either. Good job, here.

The grilled cheese steak burrito was also very good, nice fat burrito folded nicely filled with flavor and ingredients that weren't dripping in grease. Also very nice. My only complaint being that the cheese on top was more like dried glue or varnish than anything. But, it's fast food, so.

Very good meal, I wish all of Taco Bells menu items were as good as this, and I wish that all the cooks making them made them this well.“

“Not being from the Midwest this was my first time at a Taco John's. I was able to practice my Spanish with the employees but that was my choice, they speak English. The boss burrito was pretty good. Fresher than Taco Bell. Tater tots were average but there is only so much you cav do to make fast food tater tots exciting.“

“Food and Service were great!“