Arizona is famous for its Mexican food so that’s why today we’re highlighting some of the state’s favorite Mexican restaurants. For this list, we were looking for places that either have an incredible reputation or did things just a little differently than other restaurants. Check it out!
- Barrio Cafe, Phoenix
Barrio Cafe/Yelp
Barrio Cafe/Yelp This award-winning restaurant offers up an elevated dining experience along with delicious and memorable dishes. Address: 2814 N 16th Street, Phoenix.
- Gadzooks Enchiladas and Soup, Phoenix
Gadzooks/Yelp
Gadzooks/Yelp Just like the restaurant name suggests, this place focuses almost exclusively on the enchilada. They are handmade as you order, fire-baked, then served up piping hot. I personally like the green chile pork as a filling. Address: 3313 North 7th Street, Phoenix.
- Guayo’s El Rey, Miami-Globe
Guayo’s El Rey/Yelp
Guayo’s El Rey/Yelp This restaurant sitting in the southeastern portion of the state is often touted as having some of the best Mexican food you can find. Address: 716 Sullivan Street, Miami.
- Karichimaka, Tucson
Karichimaka/Yelp
Karichimaka/Yelp This family-owned establishment has been serving up delicious dishes in town for more than 50 years. Be sure to try their chimis or tamales! Address: 5252 South Mission Road, Tucson.
- La 15 Y Salsas, Phoenix
La 15 Y Salsas/Facebook
La 15 Y Salsas/Facebook For a Oaxacan-style meal, visit this place and eat a mole dish. We recommend the enmoladas (mole-covered enchiladas) and the tamal de mole. Address: 1507 W Hatcher Road, Phoenix.
- La Indita, Tucson
La Indita/Yelp
La Indita/Yelp Finding vegetarian or even vegan options at Mexican restaurants can be a bit tough. La Indita is able to accommodate both diets with delicious results. Address: 622 North 4th Avenue, Tucson.
- Los Dos Molinos, Phoenix
Los Dos Molinos/Yelp
Los Dos Molinos/Yelp Known for its spicy meals, Los Dos Molinos has several locations in the Phoenix area and is definitely a favorite around these parts. Address: 8646 South Central Avenue, Phoenix.
- Mariscos Mar Azul, Yuma
Mariscos Mar Azul/Yelp
Mariscos Mar Azul/Yelp It only seems fitting that our city closest to the ocean gets a mention for delicious seafood fare, Mexican style. The shrimp tacos are good but be sure to also try the totinos or even the whole fish meal. Address: 1314 South 4th Avenue, Yuma
- MartAnne’s Cafe, Flagstaff
MartAnne’s Cafe/Yelp
MartAnne’s Cafe/Yelp Mexican for breakfast? Why no? The chilaquiles here are to die for but arrive early! This place gets packed fast. Address: 112 East Route 66, Flagstaff.
- Tania’s 33, Tucson
Tanias 33/Yelp
Tanias 33/Yelp Another vegetarian favorite in the Old Pueblo, this restaurant has quite a few soy-based meat alternatives, including chorizo, machacac, and even ceviche. Plus, the portions are huge!Address: 614 North Grande Avenue, Tucson.
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Barrio Cafe/Yelp
This award-winning restaurant offers up an elevated dining experience along with delicious and memorable dishes. Address: 2814 N 16th Street, Phoenix.
Gadzooks/Yelp
Just like the restaurant name suggests, this place focuses almost exclusively on the enchilada. They are handmade as you order, fire-baked, then served up piping hot. I personally like the green chile pork as a filling. Address: 3313 North 7th Street, Phoenix.
Guayo’s El Rey/Yelp
This restaurant sitting in the southeastern portion of the state is often touted as having some of the best Mexican food you can find. Address: 716 Sullivan Street, Miami.
Karichimaka/Yelp
This family-owned establishment has been serving up delicious dishes in town for more than 50 years. Be sure to try their chimis or tamales! Address: 5252 South Mission Road, Tucson.
La 15 Y Salsas/Facebook
For a Oaxacan-style meal, visit this place and eat a mole dish. We recommend the enmoladas (mole-covered enchiladas) and the tamal de mole. Address: 1507 W Hatcher Road, Phoenix.
La Indita/Yelp
Finding vegetarian or even vegan options at Mexican restaurants can be a bit tough. La Indita is able to accommodate both diets with delicious results. Address: 622 North 4th Avenue, Tucson.
Los Dos Molinos/Yelp
Known for its spicy meals, Los Dos Molinos has several locations in the Phoenix area and is definitely a favorite around these parts. Address: 8646 South Central Avenue, Phoenix.
Mariscos Mar Azul/Yelp
It only seems fitting that our city closest to the ocean gets a mention for delicious seafood fare, Mexican style. The shrimp tacos are good but be sure to also try the totinos or even the whole fish meal. Address: 1314 South 4th Avenue, Yuma
MartAnne’s Cafe/Yelp
Mexican for breakfast? Why no? The chilaquiles here are to die for but arrive early! This place gets packed fast. Address: 112 East Route 66, Flagstaff.
Tanias 33/Yelp
Another vegetarian favorite in the Old Pueblo, this restaurant has quite a few soy-based meat alternatives, including chorizo, machacac, and even ceviche. Plus, the portions are huge!Address: 614 North Grande Avenue, Tucson.
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