The Tastiest Mexican in Riverside

La Tapatia Mexican Grill

★★★★★ 4.5 (892) • $$

"Was craving a breakfast burrito and this looked good from the pics. It's a cute place with a nice amount of seating. I walked up to the front and ordered my burrito to go. 11 bucks is t bad these days. Plus you get complimentary beans that are super good. It has chunks of sausage and ham in it. I got a sausage breakfast burrito. It was just what I was craving. It had plenty of every ingredient and was really flavorful. I would definitely go back to try more."

Taco Hut

★★★★☆ 4 (981) • $$

"10/1/24 Happy (official) Nat'l Taco Tuesday everyone! Give where credit is due, dear friend Ray recommended this place and it did NOT disappoint !!! Randi (our server) welcomed us with a wonderful & energetic greeting like we're long lost friends from years before, love her vibe! She definitely made today a great dining experience. The outdoor patio was inviting because there's actual "huts" for shade but it's well over 98 degrees today (that's for another time). Randi brings out iced waters for us and complimentary chips & salsa--yum! Once we ordered, we chit chat & try not to fill up on the apps. Got the 7 layer dip with guac & onions on the side. I've never had cheese curds before & wanted to try it here-- served in a cute metallic mini french fry frier- it was adorable! It arrived nice & hot, well seasoned & tried it w/o the dip first-so so good! I t is what I expected AND MORE. We shared it and it's a good size for sharing.Not before long, our tacos arrived, we all took our photos & quickly dug in. I tried the fish taco first. Love, love, love it! Fresh & delicious! Then the potato-good but could've used more seasoning. The ground beef was pretty great too but I was beginning to get really full. My favorite was the fish, enjoyed it immensely.When Randi went on break, Jessica took over and she is also wonderful. She made sure we were satisfied with everything and loving the experience at Taco Hut. We informed her we all checked in & wanted to redeem the special dessert today. She took care of it & made sure the order was in on time. Overall, I was impressed with everything, the ambiance, food and especially the service. Shout out to beautiful & wonderful Randi & gorgeous Jessica, you made our experience so special. Thank you ladies!!Highly recommend this place, it was the perfect place to celebrate the first National Taco Tuesday outing! Peace out!"

El Torito

★★★★☆ 3.9 (982) • $$

"Walking into this place always feels like stepping into a long lost cousin's home. From the moment I walk in, Sol greets me with her infectious smile, (oh I oh they wouldn't have taken her cart away, bring back the cart) setting the tone for a welcoming experience. The new team member, Princess (Sofia) is a fantastic addition behind the bar attentive, without being overwhelming, striking the perfect balance. And I'm especially happy to see that Laura is still here. Her presence is a testament to the heart of this place she brings a sense of familiarity and care that keeps me coming back. Great team, great atmosphere always a delicious pleasure. El Torito life hack: Don't be overwhelmed by the buffet it's part of the fun! I like to get creative and make my own dishes. One of my favorites is a shrimp salad using the fresh lettuce and topping it with the best cilantro dressing. Another go-to is making my own birria tacos just ask the tortillera for some fresh hand made tortillas and grab the birria from the buffet line. Oh boy, it's delicious. The buffet is always well-stocked, so please be kind to the kitchen staff they work hard to keep everything fresh and ready for you!"

El Habanero

★★★★☆ 4.3 (804) • $$

"We've been wanting try this place for a while based on Yelp reviews and they did not disappoint. My husband got a breakfast burrito (which I forgot to take a picture of) and I got the #6 I believe. I chose Carne Asada for my meat and it was so good! Also, the girl that takes the orders was incredibly sweet and patient. We'll be back because of the excellent food and the great customer service."

Huicho's Tacos

★★★★☆ 4.2 (822) • $$

"Had Huevos Rancheros like I usually do ... and you know what ? It was VERY good VERY tasty flavor wise .... Seems to be high quality ingredients ... I will be back And ... It's right next to SLO Bloom Coffee so that a big plus for me ... ( kill two birds .. )"

Tacos & Beer

★★★★☆ 3.8 (991) • $$

"Just picked up this gigantic chorizo con huevo burrito from this joint. Not only is it delicious they only charged me $3 for it because of some special. I even went back in and told them I them I think you gave me too much change back since that particular burrito is $11 on the menu. Well I came up it was huge and delicious."

Taco Station

★★★★☆ 3.9 (918) • $$

"We were staying down at the Mission Inn and my son (who visits the area often) recommended this Mexican restaurant on the corner of Mission Inn and Brockton. In fact, he got so excited telling us about it that he decided to take the half hour drive out and join us down there himself! We are sure glad he did - Taco Station is fantastic!A short walk from our hotel (maybe a half mile of so), the theming of the restaurant is priceless - it's loaded with classic car and service garage memorabilia. I understand their outside bar area is a recent addition and, the Saturday of our visit, was replete with live DJ music and a variety of sports games on the many monitors ringing the area above the bar. The patio cultivates a relaxing, welcoming vibe, and the bar staff is friendly and efficient.Food ordering is a walk-up affair with outside patio seating. The register staff, busing crew, and food preparers are as equally pleasant and efficient as their bar counterparts. The salsa bar and beverage dispenser areas were clean - even with all the weekend evening activity - and outside tables were quickly wiped down and made ready for the next guests.We loved the food so much that we returned for a late breakfast the Monday of our hotel checkout. In appreciation of my son's dining suggestion, we gifted him some Pirate Tacos on our return home. These style tacos would be his recommendation to you, but I would assert that ALL the food at Taco Station is solid!"

Taqueria 2 Potrillos

★★★★☆ 3.9 (909) • $$

"I have to say this place has the best carnitas tacos I've ever had. I was fortunate to have a project in the area and found out about this place from a co worker. The tortillas are freshly made and the carnitas are tender and juicy with great flavor. A lot of places, the carnitas are usually dried out. Not this place. And their drink selection with their home made juices is delicious. I usually go for the Jamaica, it does not disappoint. The service is amazing and fast. The ambiance is chill and family friendly. I suggest if you haven't tried this place out, that you try it out immediately. It is reasonably priced."

Casa Diaz Sabor a México

★★★★☆ 4 (859) • $$

"I used to visit this restaurant when it was located in a strip mall in Jurupa Valley. It moved to a new location in Chino. Flavor has not been sacrificed. They just upgraded the experience 100% by adding a full on sit down restaurant with a bar inside. I haven't ordered in yet. It's only been to go,but service is still friendly and fast and informative just like I knew. I was so happy to see that my favorites were still on the menu . That's the super shrimp taco (make it a combo) and mole chicken enchiladas. I also love their horchata . I miss their chips and salsa so yeah I'll have to dine in to try them again . The old restaurant used to have guava empanadas and maybe this one would bring it back?"

La Popular

★★★★☆ 4.1 (762) • $$

"This place makes me miss CDMX! They have great food and the drinks are just as tasty!Must try when you're on a date or a girls night out!"

Consuelo's Home Style Mexican Food

★★★★☆ 4.4 (657) • $$

"So I was working close to this hidden Gem and a lot of my workers would stop here from time to time to pick up chili verde burritos. I must say this place has the best chili verde burrito I have ever had. It's very simple, it's beans, rice, cheese, and chili verde. I'm not a fan of beans so I usually get it without the beans. The awesome thing about this burrito is that the heat intensity changes on the daily. There is a chart they have indoors that lets you know how spicy their chili verde is that day. I stopped by here on the way home from one of my projects thinking I could just walk in and get my burrito. The lady at the front told me it would be a 45 min wait. And you know what, I wanted one so bad I said ok, that's fine. It's well worth the wait. The inside is clean. This place deserves all the business it gets. Anytime I pass this place, I will be stopping by for a chili verde burrito."

El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (867) • $$

"I absolutely love this Mexican spot! The food is always phenomenal, and I've never had a bad meal here. My favorite has to be the tableside guacamole--it's fresh, flavorful, and made just the way I like it. My go-to dishes are the carne asada and the chilaquiles, both of which are packed with flavor and always cooked to perfection.I came here one Sunday with my foodie boo, and they had what looked like a Sunday brunch with bottomless mimosas. I'm definitely planning to come back and check that out! The vibe is fantastic, the service is great, and the food is consistently top-notch.10/10 recommend this spot to anyone looking for amazing Mexican food!"

Luxe Kitchen & Cantina

★★★★☆ 3.8 (848) • $$

"5 Stars - Authentic, Upscale, & Always a Whole VibeLux Kitchen and Cantina is the spot if you're looking for authentic Mexican food with an upscale twist. Everything here is seasoned to perfection, the ambiance is beautiful, and the whole experience is just a vibe.My go-to order? The molcajete mixto--it comes loaded with beef, chicken, shrimp, cheese, and nopales (cactus), all grilled and sizzling hot. It's served with rice, beans, and fresh tortillas, and it's easily enough for two to three people. Their margarita flights are a must, and their table-side guacamole is always fresh and perfectly seasoned. The chips are light and crispy, and their table-side salsa is straight-up addicting--once you start, you can't stop.Beyond the food, the atmosphere is everything. It's clean, modern, and beautifully lit, and they always have good music playing. Sometimes they even have a DJ, and they're super welcoming if you want to get up and dance. I actually had my birthday dinner here last year with 12 friends, and we were able to request songs and dance bachata and salsa right in the restaurant--it was such a fun night.Whether you're here for a casual dinner or a full-on celebration, Lux Kitchen and Cantina delivers. It's always a whole vibe, and I'll keep coming back!"

Taco Hut

★★★★☆ 4.2 (694) • $$

"My favorite Mexican Restaurant in the area! Wonderful customer service, yummy food with huge portions at the right price...Their salsa and chips are very tasty and even though they were pretty busy, we didn't have to wait that long to get our food...We always leave this place happy..."

Los Jilberto's Taco Shop

★★★★☆ 3.8 (844) • $

"Sitting in here now as I wait for my breakfast burrito- (had a huge craving this morning!!)I realized I've never left a review for this place and after the literal 10+ years grabbing food to go from here, and not one bad experience!!!! It was my time to give them the credit where it is due! Their food hits the spot every time. From breakfast burritos and their breakfast plates to their tacos and burritos. Their nachos are really good too. You can literally taste a fist of the chip. & their salsa bar is always filled with salsa and really really good spicy pickled carrots. I am always greeted kindly and quickly. Even after I order and wait for my food, I see the cashiers still running around staying busy, helping one another & helping the cooks in the back. You can see the teamwork, and you can taste the love. That's cheesy, but it's true.***just got home and finished the burrito**Delicious as always!!!!"

Pola's Mariscos

★★★★★ 4.7 (550) • $$

"We stumbled upon Paolas by accident and it was great . The food was fresh . When we entered we were greeted the man was friendly , professional but warm hearted had a family man feel to him . He gave ehs recommendations and we ordered so much food it was a huge order . We tried it all oysters bomb , shrimp tacos , shrimp ceviche , chicken strips fries and shrimp . The place was very clean . They had the sodas from Mexico too which was cool . I would definitely be returning."

Los Jarritos Restaurants

★★★★☆ 3.6 (935) • $$

"The quality used to be much better but the last couple times I have ordered throuh door dash I haven't finished the food. They don't use to go containers. They have those recycled plates and they cover it with foilAnd the hard tacos are touching the rice and beans ans get soggy. The food also starts melting into the plate and you will eat paper if you wait too long. My go to order are the green chicken enchiladas, with extra green sauce."

Taco Hut

★★★★☆ 4.1 (715) • $$

"Great waitress, food is good and great prices on beer, try the 7 layer bean dip...maybe they need to add a more spicy salsa"

The Mexico Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.6 (918) • $$

"Jose was our sever.... He was very polite and attentive... I met an old friend for lunch.... we had not seen each other in a while... lots to catch up... but he was patient... let us talk and then took our order... food was good.... Parking is no issue."

Cafe Organix

★★★★☆ 4.4 (611) • $$

"Cafe Organix is located in a small shopping center parking lot off Hospitality. You'll know you've arrived when you see the gorgeous white fringe umbrellas out front . This space offers an outdoor patio with umbrellas or indoor seating with low top tables and a high top tall table. Inside you'll find a counter with health and wellness products like soaps and teas. It is also decorated with hip art all over the walls. Their menu is plant based and if you haven't tried vegan or vegetarian, don't be scared - this food is delicious and does not disappoint, nor does it lack in flavor by any means. The sauce used throughout many of their dishes is liquid gold. I wanted a whole bottle of it.I tried the French toast, breakfast tacos and sunny side burger . The French toast is the best I've ever had ... the fresh strawberries on top were perfect with the custard dipped pieces of sourdough. I also tried the guava mimosa, pineapple passion mocktail and iced coffee - again, WOW. Their mocktails are beautiful and so refreshing! Service was friendly and the food came out in good timing. I can't wait to come back, truly, this place is an absolute gem in the community.Follow my IG @ guacdirtytome_ or @ inlandempirefoodies for a detailed video of my experience!"

La Tapatia Mexican Grill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (652) • $$

"Love this place. We go here often and have never had a bad meal. Not a fan of their carne asada (wife likes it) but everything else is great, especially the chili verde!"

Green Taco

★★★★★ 4.6 (538) • $

"This place is clean! Food is delicious and you are greeted with a smile. Love it here"

El Trigo

★★★★☆ 4.4 (587) • $

"El Trigo is a cozy little spot located on a small side street not too far from downtown Riverside, with street parking conveniently available. The restaurant is small but has a welcoming, homely vibe. We visited on a Friday just before the lunch rush and were able to find a table right away.We ordered the combo mojarra frita, which is fried fish. Unfortunately, the fish lacked seasoning, which made it a bit underwhelming. On the other hand, the camarones a la diabla, or spicy shrimp, were excellent--delicately flavored with a nice level of spice that wasn't overpowering. We also had the wet carnitas burrito, which was spot on and prepared to perfection.The service was attentive, and the portion sizes were generous, which made for a great experience. The salsas they offered were also really good and added a lot of flavor to the meal. Overall, El Trigo is a fantastic local spot for a quick, satisfying meal, especially if you're looking for a laid-back atmosphere and hearty portions."

Tropical Mexico Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.2 (621) • $$

"Stopped in here with some co-workers for a quick bite. By the looks of the outside, it seemed old and lower class but we all know you some of the best food can be found in places like this. The reviews showed 4-stars and over 600 reviews so I knew there was something good inside. The rear parking lot is huge and the back of the building looked modern. They're building a big large covered patio with a bunch of tv monitors so this place will be rocking shortly. The inside is a typical family dinner house with well spaced tables. Service was great throughout and they had a nice sized weekday lunch crowd. Typical Mexican dinner house menu and excellent chips and salsa (always a good sign). My chicken burrito, covered in green sauce, was quite serviceable and decently priced. My buddies all enjoyed their dishes and neither could finish the large portions. A nice local spot for lunch and dinner."

Casa Maguey

★★★★☆ 4.1 (638) • $$

"This place has a $16.99 all you can eat buffet that runs from 11am to 2pm daily. Their offerings include tacos (steak, chicken or pork), as well as pozole, menudo, birria, frijoles, salads, cheese enchiladas - everything! Even dessert! My husband and I were so full and all the food was delicious. So much value for money.Yadira waited on us and provided excellent service. She was attentive without hovering and was always nearby if we needed her. Her assistance truly elevated the experience. We felt so spoiled by her.Great food and waitstaff that makes you feel like family - that's what Casa Maguey is all about."

SoCal Taqueria

★★★★☆ 4.1 (635) • $

"10/10 food, service, and vibe. The chips came out fresh and HOT. Literally cooked right then and there. The salsa bar was amazing (just wish it had limes but the hostess/server/bartender was so friendly and nice when we asked for a side of them:) Tacos and Cheeto burrito were soooo good. Coming back asap."

Mr Taco

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (962) • $$

"Skeptical because we're out of towners but this place was amazing. We each had 24oz miches, birria taco, fish tacos, and shrimp tostada. Everything was delicious and could not finish. Btw you can tell a lot from a Mexican restaurant by their chips and salsa. Theirs was delicious."

Lucy's Diner

★★★★☆ 4.3 (559) • $$

"The restaurant was buzzing when we walked in. Very busy but still received great service and great food!"

El Patron Authentic Mexican Food

★★★★☆ 4.1 (605) • $$

"Food is still great just wanted to post latest pricing since all is going up and no end in sight. Its something we will deal with for a long time."

El Chilitos Mexican Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.4 (525) • $$

"Excellent down-to-earth owner, friendly employees, and excellent food. The music also sets the mood of the restaurant. I love this place!"

Olivia's Mexican Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.7 (720) • $$

"I absolutely love eating at Olivia's Mexican Restaurant! Every time I go, I have to get the tacos, burritos, and the carne asada plate--they never disappoint. Everything tastes amazing, especially with their homemade salsa, which is my favorite part! It's got just the right kick to it. I was super excited to find out they're now selling their "Olivia's Salsa Casera" on Amazon. I've already ordered a few jars to keep at home. Whether you're there for a meal or just picking up some salsa, Olivia's never fails to hit the spot. Highly recommend!"

Toni's Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.8 (663) • $$

"Toni's was recommended by a friend and it didn't disappoint! Friendly service, strong drinks, eclectic decor, fun music, and delicious food. We ordered the skinny margarita and combo plate with chile relleno, beef enchilada, and beef taco. Shout out to Billy! :)"

La Bamba Tacos And Beer

★★★★☆ 4.2 (531) • $$

"So excited that I found this place during my pass through at Murrieta. If your driving along, after or before you grab coffee at Dunkin stop by here! I was greeted by a very friendly face. Since I was new, she gave some recommendations. We went through their trending item quesabirria taco! The taco was great, very flavorful, in addition to the consommé. It was not greasy and just right. Don't forget to check in and grab your free churro. It was fresh and tasty. Definitely coming back whenever I pass through Murrieta."

El Fogon Mexican Grill Riverside

★★★★☆ 4.1 (551) • $

"A friend recommended this place for some good burritos. It lived up to the hype. Located in a shopping plaza off Watkins and W Blaine. Unassuming strip of eateries but walking through the door it seemed to magically transform and modernize. All the tables were full and a line at the register.. good sign! Our burritos were huge! Oh yes salsa.. there's a salsa bar with mild pico blend, med tomatillo and toasty red hot with a sort of spicy mustard finish. Try them all to see what combination you like. The Chile relleno and chilaquiles burritos were flavor packed and super satisfying that did not disappointment. Service was friendly and inviting. Keeping up with the line that kept consistently forming during our visit. Really great place we'd come back in a heartbeat."

San Juan Rotisserie Pollo

★★★★★ 4.6 (437) • $

"I finally got around to try this place after years of passing it by. What more to say but really good chicken, perfectly cooked, same style and similar flavor to Juan Pollo. Grabbed a whole chicken to go. They give you a bag of tortillas, a pack of pico de gallo, and holy smokes, a pack of dark red chile salsa that will burn a hole through you. If you need a quick meal for the family and you are in a hurry, this would be a good choice. Very friendly family owned restaurant. Enjoy!"