10 Best Mexican Restaurants In Atlanta

You don’t have to travel to enjoy authentic Mexican food in Atlanta, Georgia. There are plenty of restaurants that specialize in the delicious dishes south of the border.

Some eateries aren’t strictly Mexican or Tex-Mex, but they have some dishes that hold their own. Whether it’s an outrageous steak fajita, charro beans, pico de gallo or some enchiladas, the best Mexican food is whatever you’re eating now.

Here Are The Best Mexican Restaurants In Atlanta

We’re going to show you some of the best Mexican restaurants in Atlanta so you know where to go:

Alma Cocina

• 191 Peachtree St, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 968-9662
• Terminus 100, 3280 Peachtree Rd NE #100, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 873-4676

e’re getting stoked for brunch at Alma Cocina Buckhead! This breakfast burrito will be the new go-to for savory brunch lovers everywhere: Scrambled eggs, chorizo, pico de gallo & salsa verde stuffed into a flour tortilla and covered with chihuahua cheese. Available on Saturdays and Sundays when we open for brunch

Pure Taqueria

• 3589 Durden Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30319 | (770) 452-7873
• 300 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 522-7873
• 103 Roswell St, Alpharetta, GA 30009 |  (678) 240-0023

Here’s what one reviewer says about Pure Taqueria: “Erika and the entire staff are amazing! The service and food were excellent!!! We had the shrimp tacos and they were phenomenal! The atmosphere is great and thank God for valet parking! The cheese dip is the best ever!!! Just wow!”

Chido & Padre’s

128 E Andrews Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 848-9100

Here’s what one reviewer says about Chido & Padre’s: “Chido & Padres is a very nice, chic Mexican place to eat. They have a good variety of well prepared selections to choose from, I had the tacos. You can choose the authentic “street tacos” or the flour.”

Patria Cocina

1039 Grant St SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 | (404) 622-3501

For those keeping score, Patria Cocina comes to us from the owners of El Mexicano, which used to be the place to go on Moreland Avenue. Run by the Aguirre family, Patria Cocina has a handsome patio that looks out on the front side of the Beacon development, which is Grant Park’s answer to Krog Street Market as well as Ponce City Market.

Superica

• 99 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 |  (678) 791-1310
• 3850 Roswell Rd NE #100, Atlanta, GA 30342 | (678) 705-1235
• The Battery Atlanta: 455 Legends Pl #800, Atlanta, GA 30339

This Ford Fry eatery has taken Atlanta by storm since its debut at Krog Street Market. Now it has expanded across Atlanta.

Here’s what one reviewer says about Superica: “Great Mexican cuisine. Very attentive staff and fairly priced. Nice ambiance and very good bar area. Portions are generous. It gets super busy so go early or be ready to wait..a while.”

Little Rey

1878 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 |  (770) 796-0207

Little Rey opened its doors on Monday, May 27, 2019 in Piedmont Heights neighborhood of Atlanta. The new Atlanta restaurant introduced the city to one of its signature dishes, chicken al carbon.

Atlanta restaurateur Ford Fry launched Little Ray as a pop-up eatery specializing in Tex-Mex. The Buckhead restaurant focuses on wood-roasted chicken, called “al carbon,” and other Tex-Mex-inspired fare like tacos and margaritas.

Nuevo Laredo Cantina

 1495 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 |  (404) 352-9009

Here’s what one reviewer says about Nuevo Laredo Cantina: “This is a gem! Staff is warm and friendly, food is so good and authentic. Salsa is made fresh w cilantro and a huge hit w our family. My go to are the chicken tacos. Be prepared to wait as this is a local hot spot..”

Uncle Julio’s

1860 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (404) 350-6767

Here’s what one reviewer says about Uncle Julio’s: “A Mexican Food Lover gave my husband a Gift Card to eat at Uncle Julio’s. She gave it for his birthday but he didn’t go until a year later.
Turns out Uncle Julio’s Really Got It Going On With Their Delicious Choice of Meals,
IT IS A MUST GO TO EAT PLACE FOR SURE.”

Agave Restaurant

242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 | (404) 588-0006

Here’s what one reviewer says about Agave: “If you want a real incredible meal take a trip to Agave Restaurant at 242 Boulevard SE in Atlanta. Every trip to Atlanta includes a fantastic experience at Agave. The Lamb is amazing and you cannot miss with any appetizer. The Staff is so friendly and helpful. Take it from us. You will love it.”

No Mas Cantina

180 Walker St SW ste b, Atlanta, GA 30313 | (404) 574-5678

Here is what one reviewer says about No Mas: “Food was terrific! One of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve been to in Atlanta. Atmosphere was great. Service was a little lax.. didn’t bring silverware until after our food came out, and kept the jalapenos in even though we asked for it without.”

Pappasito’s Cantina

2788 Windy Hill Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30067 | (770) 541-6100

Here’s what one reviewer says about Pappasito’s Cantina: “Oh my gosh… where do I begin? It’s just so good!! The fajitas were delicious! The chips and salsa were fantastic! Although they were busy, we got fast service, from our server, Jessica. The chicken was cooked spot on and the fajita bread was fresh.”

Final Word

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