Top 10 Mexican Restaurants in Detroit
The best top 10 mexican restaurants in Detroit, Michigan — reviewed and rated by locals.
Top 10 Mexican Restaurants
Xochimilco Restaurant
3409 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216
One of Mexicantown's most beloved anchors, Xochimilco has drawn faithful regulars for decades with tableside flaming cheese, oversized burritos, and classic Mexican plates at reasonable prices. Night-owl hours and a festive atmosphere make it a go-to late-night destination — reviewers say the flaming cheese alone is worth the trip to Southwest Detroit.
El Barzon
3710 Junction St, Detroit, MI 48210
A one-of-a-kind Southwest Detroit gem where Chef Norberto Garita masterfully blends fine Italian and Mexican cuisine under one roof. Reviewers rave about the 'phenomenal' vodka sauce alongside housemade pasta and authentic birria, calling the gracious service and high-end atmosphere a complete surprise in this corner of the city.
Taqueria El Rey
3400 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216
The first place Detroit taco enthusiasts send out-of-towners, Taqueria El Rey is famous for authentic charcoal wood-grilled chicken and tacos rooted in the culinary traditions of Jalisco, Mexico. Reviewers consistently call it 'the best tacos in Detroit,' praising the smoky fire-kissed flavor that can't be replicated and the full bar with Mexican beer and fresh margaritas.
Los Galanes
3362 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216
A Mexicantown institution with roots tracing back to 1967, Los Galanes draws loyal diners with daily housemade flour tortillas, sizzling fajitas, and fresh-made margaritas in a lively atmosphere with Latin dance nights. Reviewers call it 'by far the most authentic and best Mexican restaurant downtown,' with the signature Botana Galan consistently earning top marks.
Armando's
4242 W Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209
Family-owned since 1967 and still serving some of the most beloved Mexican recipes in Southwest Detroit, Armando's keeps the neighborhood faithful coming back with generous portions and late-night hours that stretch into the early morning on weekends. Reviewers praise the classic enchiladas and carne asada that have satisfied generations of regulars.
Mexican Village Restaurant
2600 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216
Michigan's oldest Mexican restaurant has been welcoming diners to Mexicantown since 1959, with warm atmosphere, history-of-Mexico murals, and authentic classics at accessible prices. Regulars who have been coming for decades call it an irreplaceable piece of Detroit's cultural heritage — especially for the housemade enchiladas and the original 'flaming fajitas.'
Taqueria Mi Pueblo
7278 Dix St, Detroit, MI 48209
A family-owned Southwest Detroit institution with a devoted local following, Taqueria Mi Pueblo is celebrated for its authentic carnitas, bold salsas, and generous Detroit-style botana plates. Ranked in the top 30 restaurants in all of Detroit, reviewers praise the fresh, impeccable flavors and the warm hospitality that makes every visit feel genuinely welcoming.
La Jalisciense
3923 W Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209
A family-run taqueria and grocery hybrid in Mexicantown renowned for weekend deep-fried carnitas and fresh housemade corn tortillas that draw regulars from across metro Detroit. Known for the 'best chicharrón in the metro area,' it's a low-key neighborhood spot that delivers serious Jaliscan flavors in a genuinely friendly, no-frills environment.
Mezcal Mexican Bar & Kitchen
51 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI 48202
Named Metro Detroit's Best Mexican Restaurant for 2024, Mezcal brings contemporary Mexican cuisine to Midtown with vibrant birria tacos, exceptional al pastor, and a curated mezcal and tequila program. Reviewers rave about the 'perfect spicy margaritas' and the knowledgeable, genuinely welcoming staff who make every guest feel at home.
Bakersfield DET
3100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Inspired by country western's Bakersfield Sound, this Midtown hotspot serves authentic Mexican street tacos alongside over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys in a festive, high-energy setting. Reviewers rave about the guava and passion fruit margaritas and say it's the perfect pre-game stop before events at nearby Little Caesars Arena.