Diners' Choice: Mexican restaurants in Austin

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Mexican cuisine in Austin? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

El Alma Cafe y Cantina

4.7

4.7 (1024)

$30 and under

Mexican

Downtown

About the restaurant

Patio seating is first come first serve. Reservations are for indoor dining room only.

El Alma Cafe y Cantina is vibrant, homespun take on the authentic flavors of Mexico. Chef Alma Alcocer prepares food as she would cook for you in her home.

"It"s fun, flavorful Mexican food that is very approachable. It's a casual, authentic representation of the food I grew up eating." - Chef Alma

Top review

MargaretVIP

Dined 4 days ago

El Alma is a favorite when in Austin . Great fresh margaritas, delicious food. Always a treat to visit

El Alma South

4.8

4.8 (236)

$30 and under

Mexican

South Austin

About the restaurant

El Alma's menu is a vibrant take on the contemporary flavors of Mexico, that also features local ingredients like redfish, lamb, and Texas quail. Chef Alma Alcocer-Thomas approaches the food as if you were a guest dining in her own home.

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Cassi

Dined 6 days ago

Another amazing dinner and outstanding service! The relleno with shrimp and crab was superb!

Comedor

4.7

4.7 (133)

$50 and over

Mexican

Downtown

About the restaurant

Comedor and award-winning Chef Philip Speer serve Michelin recommended, modern Mexican cuisine with Texas influences and a focus on sourcing organic and sustainable ingredients through Austin area farmers. Comedor won Best New Restaurant in Texas by Texas Monthly, Best New Restaurants in the United States by Esquire and Robb Report, and has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Condé Naste Traveler. Comedor is also internationally recognized for its building architecture designed by world renowned architect Tom Kundig.

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SuziVIP

Dined 5 days ago

From the moment you enter Comedor, the beautiful space invites you to immerse in Michelin awardee chef Philip Speer’s modern Mexican culinary vision for a truly special dining experience. 🌿 Elevated Culinary Experience & Farm‑Fresh Ingredients Comedor’s unwavering commitment to organic, sustainable produce is evident in every bite. The new flatbread appetizer showcases this ethos beautifully: a delicate, crisp base crowned with vibrant, freshly harvested tomatoes and bright, herbaceous salsa — a light yet flavorful entry into the meal. The Veracruz empanadas are a standout, too. Each pocket is filled with shrimp, scallops, and perfectly cooked peppers and onions, reflecting meticulous attention to ingredient quality. And the desserts are no afterthought — the pavlova is ethereal: with a crisp meringue topping, tart lemon sorbet, and a creamy base with just the right balance of sweetness to cap off the experience. 🍹 Drinks That Elevate Whether you choose the spirited margarita or the non-alcoholic version, both are expertly balanced — tangy, refreshing, and beautifully crafted. 🌾 Hand‑Ground Masa & Tortillas One detail that truly sets Comedor apart is its nixtamalized masa. They hand-grind every batch in-house, embracing traditional techniques to produce tortillas that are fresh, tender, and unmistakably authentic. 👨‍💼 Impeccable Service Led by Adrian Service at Comedor feels deeply personal. Adrian, the general manager, circulates attentively throughout the dining room — monitoring every table, anticipating needs before guests even voice them. That level of genuine care adds warmth and polish to the meal without ever being overbearing. Comedor takes modern Mexican dining to a new heights. With Adrian’s hospitality steering the front-of-house, every visit feels curated just for you. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or simply indulging in a lovely evening out, Comedor delivers an experience that’s both sophisticated and deeply authentic.

De Nada Cantina

4.7

4.7 (610)

$30 and under

Mexican

East Austin

About the restaurant

De Nada Cantina. Tacos y margs y menos.

East Austin’s loveliest little taco spot. Handmade tortillas pressed and cooked on the comal, slow-braised meats, and traditional handcrafted margaritas served in a greenhouse.

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Brendan

Dined on Jun 10, 2025

Everything was great but we had to move outside because the music was blasting inside and we could barely hear each other. Birria Quesadillas are delicious and the margs are great

VERDAD True Modern Mexican

4.8

4.8 (779)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Austin

About the restaurant

VERDAD pulls from traditions cultivated throughout Mexican history to authentically capture and appreciate the relationship between the past and the present – a focus that inspired the concept’s name VERDAD.

VERDAD translates to “truth”. VERDAD will bring this promise to life with authentic, ingredients-focused Mexican dishes modernized through high-end cooking technique and innovative presentation, providing an elevated dining experience inspired by a steakhouse point-of-view. Follow the history as it unfolds through the VERDAD menu, robust collection of tequila, sweet treats and more!

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Susan

Dined 3 days ago

What a nice place to celebrate a very, very special birthday, anniversary and Father’s Day all in one!! We both had such a great time! The staff , managers, waiters and everyone was so attentive. We loved the amazing dishes and wine. A very fine dining experience for us!

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4.7

4.7 (322)

$30 and under

Mexican

East Austin

About the restaurant

BIENVENIDO A LICHA’S…
Located in the heart of East 6th Street, Licha’s has become a niche restaurant for Austinites craving a bite of interior México. The restaurant is named after owner, Daniel Brooks’ mother, Alicia “Licha” Rivera, The atmosphere at Licha’s is casual and familiar. When you are here, you are in our home and we want to cater to you.

Inspired by the Mexican soulfood cooking that we were raised with, our menu is prepared by a team of passionate cooks. All of our masa products are made fresh and daily in-house and our proteins are thoughtfully brined and braised with a medley of herbs and spices.

If you’re interested in distilled agave products, Licha’s offers a large range of tequilas, mescales, bacanoras and sotoles.

Lichas’ friendly and knowledgeable staff is here to help should you have any questions about any of our dishes or menu options.

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DENISEVIP

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Food and drinks were really good. We ordered an appetizer but it didn’t come out until after we finished our entrees. Ended up packing it to go. Shrimp and red snapper tacos were amazing!

La Condesa

4.6

4.6 (2341)

$30 and under

Mexican

Downtown

About the restaurant

La Condesa is a two-times James Beard-nominated modern Mexican restaurant located in Austin’s vibrant 2nd Street District. Helmed by Executive Chef Rick Lopez, La Condesa’s menu features interior Mexican dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, plus a renowned bar program with one of the largest collections of tequila, mezcal and other Mexican spirits in the city.

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TomVIP

Dined on Jun 10, 2025

The food quality exceeded all of our expectations. Very well designed aesthetic as well, and our server Daniel was a pleasure.

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Popular dish

Carnitas Tacos

Las Palomas Restaurant-Bar

4.7

4.7 (568)

$30 and under

Mexican

West Austin / Westlake

About the restaurant

We’re Open for Dine-in and Delivery (3rd Parties)
We take reservations:
Tuesday-Thursday 11 AM - 9:30 PM
Friday: 11 AM - 5:45 PM & 8 PM - 10 PM
Saturday 11 AM - 10 PM
Outside patio tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are not available for reservations.

Top review

ACwriter

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

Spinach cheese enchiladas are incredible coupled with the signature marg (which is naturally skinny marg)!

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Experience

Las Palomas Happy Hour

Chapulín Cantina

4.7

4.7 (272)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Downtown

About the restaurant

Chapulin Cantina offers authentic Oaxacan cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. Our bar boasts creative cocktails and an incredible selection of mezcals you won't find anywhere else! Striving to bring the flavor of Oaxaca to South Congress, Austin TX.

Allergies to Nuts and Seeds not friendly.

Chapulin has a 15 minute Grace period for reservations, please call if you are running late.

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RussVIP

Dined on May 17, 2025

The mole sampler app and ceviche were wonderful! Will be back!

Casa Chloe

4.5

4.5 (92)

$50 and over

Mexican

Fredericksburg

About the restaurant

Casa Chloe is an authentic Mexican restaurant that prides itself on using fresh ingredients. We also offer a full bar, and our specialty lies in tequila and mezcal. Here at Casa Chloe our close attention to detail will be seen in not only our food but also our eye for design.

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Candice

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Great food amazing atmosphere.! Will be back next trip to Fredericksburg

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