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The best Mexican in Austin

Nixta Taqueria leads our ranking for Mexican in Austin. It is named most often by local critics and food writers. Veracruz Fonda and Bar and Cuantos Tacos come next.

  1. 1Nixta TaqueriaNamed by the MICHELIN Guide
  2. 2Veracruz Fonda and BarNamed by the MICHELIN Guide
  3. 3Cuantos TacosNamed by the MICHELIN Guide

812 Mexican restaurants are open in and around Austin. The top 6 are ranked first; the rest follow.

Ranked by Guide2 from readers’ polls, critics and local food writers (how we rank). Updated October 14, 2026. No restaurant pays to be listed or ranked.

The top 6

How we rank

  1. 1Nixta Taqueria

    Taco restaurant · Austin
    • Bib Gourmand (good food at a moderate price) in the MICHELIN Guide [1]
    • Eater Austin (2024): “Chef Edgar Rico's celebrated Chestnut restaurant brings a playful, contemporary perspective to Mexican cuisine, with exceptional house-made tortillas serving as the foundation for many of its most celebrated dishes.” [2]
    Where
    2512 E 12th St, Austin, TX 78702
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  2. 2Veracruz Fonda and Bar

    Mexican restaurant · Austin
    • Bib Gourmand (good food at a moderate price) in the MICHELIN Guide [1]
    • Eater Austin (2024): “While Austinites have long flocked to Reyna and Maritza Vazquez's Veracruz All Natural for some of the city's best tacos, the standalone Mueller restaurant allows the sisters to delve deeper into the cuisine of their native Veracruz.” [2]
    Where
    1905 Aldrich St, Austin, TX 78723
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  3. Cuantos Tacos
    Photo: cuantostacosaustin.com

    3Cuantos Tacos

    Taco restaurant · Austin
    • Bib Gourmand (good food at a moderate price) in the MICHELIN Guide [1]
    Where
    2967 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722
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  4. 4La Santa Barbacha

    Mexican restaurant · Austin
    • Bib Gourmand (good food at a moderate price) in the MICHELIN Guide [1]
    Where
    2806 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722
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  5. 5Mama Betty's Tex-Mex y Cantina

    Austin
    • Won Best of ATX 2026 for Mexican, voted by readers [3]
    Where
    9900 W Parmer Ln, Austin, TX 78717-4909
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  6. 6Mercado Sin Nombre

    Mexican restaurant · Austin
    • Bib Gourmand (good food at a moderate price) in the MICHELIN Guide [1]
    Where
    2006 Philomena St, Austin, TX 78723-3322
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More Mexican in Austin

806 more · A to Z
  1. Auténticos Michoacános #1
    Photo: autenticosmichoacanosatx2tx.com

    Auténticos Michoacános #1

    Mexican restaurant · Austin
    Where
    606 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX 78748
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Show 17 more, Bomb Tacos to Carnitas El Guero

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Worth the drive

Within about half an hour of Austin.

  1. Casa Garcia's

    Mexican restaurant · Kyle

    “Discover authentic Mexican flavors with our handcrafted tortillas and all-day breakfast.”

    Where
    5401 S FM 1626, Kyle, TX 78640-6038
    Has
    Breakfast all day · Live music · Catering
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  2. Casa Maria Restaurant & Bakery
    Photo: sanmarcos.casamariarestaurants.com

    Casa Maria Restaurant & Bakery

    Mexican restaurant · San Marcos

    “Since 1997, casa maria has been serving authentic mexican cuisine made from original recipes rooted in tradition.”

    Where
    706 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666
    Today
    Opens at 11 AM today
    Has
    Catering · Private dining · Reservations · Takeout · Brunch
    All hours
    Mon11 AM to 9 PM
    Tue11 AM to 9 PM
    Wed11 AM to 9 PM
    Thu11 AM to 9 PM
    Fri11 AM to 10 PM
    Sat8 AM to 10 PM
    Sun8 AM to 9 PM
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  3. Chepo's Mexican Restaurant
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    Chepo's Mexican Restaurant

    Mexican restaurant · San Marcos

    “Welcome to Chepo's Mexican Restaurant – your go-to spot for delicious and diverse flavors in San Marcos, TX!”

    Where
    1400 Ranch Rd 12, San Marcos, TX 78666
    Today
    Opens at 7 AM today
    Has
    Kids menu · Takeout · Delivery
    All hours
    Mon7 AM to 9 PM
    Tue7 AM to 9 PM
    Wed7 AM to 9 PM
    Thu7 AM to 9 PM
    Fri7 AM to 9 PM
    Sat7 AM to 9 PM
    SunClosed
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  4. El Rey Mexican Bar & Grill
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    El Rey Mexican Bar & Grill

    Mexican restaurant · Dripping Springs
    Where
    2400B US-290 Ste 2, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
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  5. Flores Mexican Restaurant

    Mexican restaurant · Dripping Springs

    “Flores Mexican Restaurant brings the Flores family's recipes to your table with warm hospitality and real flavor.”

    Where
    2440 US-290 Bldg C Ste A, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
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  6. Jorge’s Mexican Restaurant
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    Jorge’s Mexican Restaurant

    Mexican restaurant · San Marcos
    Where
    2550 Hunter Rd #1106, San Marcos, TX 78666
    Today
    Opens at 7 AM today
    All hours
    MonClosed
    Tue7 AM to 9 PM
    Wed7 AM to 9 PM
    Thu7 AM to 9 PM
    Fri7 AM to 9 PM
    Sat7 AM to 2 PM
    SunClosed
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  7. Los Cucos
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    Los Cucos

    Mexican restaurant · San Marcos
    Where
    1617 Aquarena Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
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  8. Mamacita's Restaurant
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    Mamacita's Restaurant

    Mexican restaurant · San Marcos
    Where
    1400 Aquarena Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666-7267
    Today
    Opens at 11 AM today
    All hours
    Mon11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Tue11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Wed11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Thu11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Fri11 AM to 10 PM
    Sat11 AM to 10 PM
    Sun11 AM to 9:30 PM
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  9. Mi Patron Mexican Restaurant

    Mexican restaurant · San Marcos

    “We're all about bringing the vibrant flavors of Mexico to you, one delicious slider at a time.”

    Where
    111 Staples Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666-7831
    Today
    Opens at 6 AM today
    Has
    Takeout
    All hours
    Mon6 AM to 10 PM
    Tue6 AM to 10 PM
    Wed6 AM to 10 PM
    Thu6 AM to 10 PM
    Fri6 AM to 10 PM
    Sat6 AM to 10 PM
    Sun6 AM to 10 PM
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  10. Pollo El Rey
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    Pollo El Rey

    Mexican restaurant · San Marcos
    Where
    207 I 35 N Frontage Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666
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  11. Shamrock Tacos
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    Shamrock Tacos

    Taco restaurant · Wimberley
    Where
    14410 Ranch Rd 12, Wimberley, TX 78676
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  12. Spicy Bite
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    Spicy Bite

    Mexican restaurant · Kyle
    Where
    101 Hall Professional Ctr, Kyle, TX 78640-2544
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  13. Taqueria Jaliscienses
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    Taqueria Jaliscienses

    Mexican restaurant · Kyle
    Where
    1101 Bunton Creek Rd, Kyle, TX 78640-2777
    Today
    Opens at 7 AM today
    All hours
    Mon7 AM to 11 PM
    Tue7 AM to 11 PM
    Wed7 AM to 11 PM
    Thu7 AM to 11 PM
    Fri7 AM to 11 PM
    Sat7 AM to 11 PM
    Sun7 AM to 10 PM
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  14. Taqueria Mazatlan
    Photo: sanmarcos.taqueriamazatlan.com

    Taqueria Mazatlan

    Mexican restaurant · San Marcos
    Where
    1210 S Interstate 35, San Marcos, TX 78666
    Today
    Opens at 7 AM today
    All hours
    Mon7 AM to 12 AM
    Tue7 AM to 12 AM
    Wed7 AM to 12 AM
    Thu7 AM to 12 AM
    Fri7 AM to 12 AM
    Sat7 AM to 12 AM
    Sun7 AM to 12 AM
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  15. Toma Taco
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    Toma Taco

    Taco restaurant · San Marcos
    Where
    179 S LBJ Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666-5505
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Show 125 more, El Roble to Zapata's Mexican Restaurant

No longer open

How we rank

Nobody at Guide2 scores the food. The ranking adds up what Austin’s own judges have said in public: readers’ polls count most, then critics’ standing lists, then local press and food writers. Every point is numbered and listed under Sources below. The full method.

What changed

Questions

What is the best Mexican in Austin?
Nixta Taqueria. Bib Gourmand (good food at a moderate price) in the MICHELIN Guide; Eater Austin (2024). Veracruz Fonda and Bar and Cuantos Tacos come next.
How many Mexican restaurants are in Austin?
812 are open in and around Austin as of October 2026, including 3 Hermanas Taqueria, ATX Cocina, AUTENTICOS MICHOACANOS ATX #2, Achiote ATX, Aguas Frescas Lupita and 807 more. Within a half-hour drive there are 219 more, in Spicewood, Kyle, Bastrop, San Marcos, Hutto, Leander, Lockhart, Georgetown, Liberty Hill, Wimberley, Taylor, Elgin, Dripping Springs, Jonestown and Lago Vista.
Which Mexican restaurants in Austin take reservations?
26 take online bookings: ATX Cocina, Arriba Abajo, Beto's Restaurant, Bulevar Mexican Kitchen, Comedor, De Nada Cantina, De Nada Cantina, El Alma and 18 more. The rest are walk-in or by phone.
Where can I order Mexican online in Austin?
279 have online ordering on their own websites: AUTENTICOS MICHOACANOS ATX #2, Amayas Mexican Restaurant, Amorcito Taqueria #1, Arriba Abajo, Auténticos Michoacános #1, Baby Acapulco, Baby Acapulco, Baby Acapulco and 271 more.
Is 3 Borrachos Bar & Grill in Austin still open?
No. 3 Borrachos Bar & Grill has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Alli Mexican Cuisine in Austin still open?
No. Alli Mexican Cuisine has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Alma's Tacos in Austin still open?
No. Alma's Tacos has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Antojitos Mexicanos Los Jarochos in Austin still open?
No. Antojitos Mexicanos Los Jarochos has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Bandit Tacos in Austin still open?
No. Bandit Tacos has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Benji's Cantina in Austin still open?
No. Benji's Cantina has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Berryhill Baja Grill & Cantina in Austin still open?
No. Berryhill Baja Grill & Cantina has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Casa Vallarta in Austin still open?
No. Casa Vallarta has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Casitas Taco in Austin still open?
No. Casitas Taco has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Chilaquiles Factory in Austin still open?
No. Chilaquiles Factory has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Chispas in Austin still open?
No. Chispas has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is D Yanira's Kitchen in Austin still open?
No. D Yanira's Kitchen has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is El Sol Y La Luna Restaurant in Austin still open?
No. El Sol Y La Luna Restaurant has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is El Sol y La Luna in Austin still open?
No. El Sol y La Luna has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is El Vago Cantina in Austin still open?
No. El Vago Cantina has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Gordo’s Tortas & BBQ in Austin still open?
No. Gordo’s Tortas & BBQ has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Gringa's Street Tacos in Austin still open?
No. Gringa's Street Tacos has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Juana Taco in Austin still open?
No. Juana Taco has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Kitchen Del Mar Seafood Grill & Bar in Austin still open?
No. Kitchen Del Mar Seafood Grill & Bar has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Lechuza Birria Tacos in Austin still open?
No. Lechuza Birria Tacos has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Letty's Tacos in Austin still open?
No. Letty's Tacos has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant in Austin still open?
No. Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is MiJo's Tex-Mex & Cantina in Austin still open?
No. MiJo's Tex-Mex & Cantina has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Pablito's Bakery & Taqueria in Austin still open?
No. Pablito's Bakery & Taqueria has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Prime Taco Grille in Austin still open?
No. Prime Taco Grille has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Ramos Restaurant & Sports Bar in Austin still open?
No. Ramos Restaurant & Sports Bar has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Salsa's Mexican Cuisine & Cantina in Austin still open?
No. Salsa's Mexican Cuisine & Cantina has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Sofia's Mexican Restaurant in Austin still open?
No. Sofia's Mexican Restaurant has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Stinson's Coffee & Tacos in Austin still open?
No. Stinson's Coffee & Tacos has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Taco ' Bout It in Austin still open?
No. Taco ' Bout It has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Tacos El PiBe in Austin still open?
No. Tacos El PiBe has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Tamales LEO in Austin still open?
No. Tamales LEO has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Tequila Grill in Austin still open?
No. Tequila Grill has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is The Mexican Blanket in Austin still open?
No. The Mexican Blanket has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is The Smokin' Rose Taco Joint in Austin still open?
No. The Smokin' Rose Taco Joint has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Tomas' Tacos in Austin still open?
No. Tomas' Tacos has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Tortuga Flats in Austin still open?
No. Tortuga Flats has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Tómalo Taqueria in Austin still open?
No. Tómalo Taqueria has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Verde's Mexican Parrilla in Austin still open?
No. Verde's Mexican Parrilla has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.
Is Zandunga Mexican Bistro in Austin still open?
No. Zandunga Mexican Bistro has closed. For Mexican nearby, see the list above.

Sources

  1. 1the MICHELIN Guide, https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/texas/austin_2958315/restaurants/bib-gourmand, 2026. Checked Oct 7, 2026. Archived copy.
  2. 2Eater Austin, Best Mexican Restaurants in Austin, April 2024. Checked Oct 11, 2026. Archived copy.
  3. 3Best of ATX, Best of ATX 2026: Readers’ Choice Winners - Austin Monthly Magazine, 2026. Checked Oct 7, 2026. Archived copy.

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