South Carolina is a melting pot of international cuisine. We have a massive treasure trove of talented chefs to thank for making South Carolina such a great place to venture beyond our own kitchen for a meal. How often do you venture out for Mexican food?
Let’s take a look at some great restaurants in the Palmetto State that have some Mexican food that’ll blow you away.
- Taco Boy - 217 Huger St, Charleston, SC
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Facebook/Taco Boy
Facebook/Taco Boy If you want to know where the locals go, this is it. This location of Taco Boy is a little off the beaten path in downtown Charleston and in a quirky neighborhood. But the food is superb and inventive. The atmosphere is electric and laid back at the same time. We’re not sure how that’s possible, but it is. Trust us. More on Facebook.
- Fiesta Del Burro Loco - 960 Jason Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC
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Yelp/Bill W.
Facebook/Burro Loco Wow. Burro Loco’s Facebook page just might give you the impression that this is THE MOST FUN restaurant in all of Myrtle Beach. But don’t let the photos mislead you into thinking FUN is all they have to offer. Online reviews for Fiesta Del Burro Loco absolutely rave about the food, the service and the margaritas!
- Chuy’s - 1034B Woodruff Rd, Greenville, SC
Facebook/Chuys
Facebook/Chuys
Facebook/Chuys Chuy’s Facebook page has a fun graphic that says, “If you’ve seen one Chuy’s - you’ve seen one Chuy’s.” We think this is a cute way to say each Chuy’s location is as unique as the next. Chuy’s in Greenville is as unique as they come. Check out the Elvis Green Chili Fried Chicken (above) or the taco bar in the trunk of the old sedan (above). Chuy’s in Greenville Facebook page.
- Minero - 153 East Bay Street, Charleston
Minero - Charleston, SC
Facebook/Minero Chef Sean Brock (from season 2 of the PBS series: Mind of a Chef) has created a whole host of affordable and creative Mexican dishes served in a casual atmosphere. Minero’s Facebook page.
- Salud Mexican Kitchen - 1011 Broad St, Camden, SC
Salud Mexican Kitchen
Salud Mexican Kitchen If you’re a Tequila lover and you love Mexican food, then you’ll love Salud. They carry more than 100 tequilas and people rave about their food. They’re located in the heart of downtown Camden. Salud’s Facebook page.
- Holy Tequila - 33 Office Park Rd, Ste 228, Hilton Head Island, SC
Holy Tequila
Holy Tequila At Holy Tequila, Mexican fare meets American Flare. You’ll go wild over the traditional Mex flavors fused with American gourmet at affordable prices. Holy Tequila’s Facebook page
- Agave Mexican Grill - 1430 Ribaut Rd, Port Royal/Beaufort, SC
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Facebook/Agave Mexican Grill Agave Mexican Grill is a delicious alternative to all the seafood fare you’ll find in Beaufort. Reviewers love the tacos and speak highly of the service. Agave Facebook page.
- Papas & Beer - 160 West Beltline Blvd, Anderson, SC
Papas and Beer
Facebook/Papas and Beer Anderson, SC As with so many mexican restaurants, there is more than one Papas & Beer location in the southeast. This one in Anderson scores high on our list for having an interesting outside apperance, great online reviews and a salsa bar where you can load up. Papas and Beer Facebook page
- Real Mexico - 2421 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC
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Facebook/realmexico Real Mexico offers up traditional Mexican fare with an occasional American influence. Delicious. Real Mexico Facebook page.
- Rosalia’s Restaurante Mexicano - 1058 Russell St, Orangeburg, SC
Yelp/Rosalia’s Mexican Restaurant
Facebook/Rosalias Restaurante Mexicano Say what you will, but Rosalia’s is worth the drive into Orangeburg. Just 6 days ago, a Trip Advisor user with 95 reviews to his credit said Rosalia’s “was some of the best Mexican anywhere, and the service matched!” Rosalia’s Facebook page.
- Taqueria Rocio - 7715 E Main St, Ridgeland, SC
Yelp/Denise R
Google Maps [streetview] Ridgeland, SC has the distinction of being right off Interstate 95 in South Carolina. Ridgeland has found a way to capitalize on this great opportunity by offering top-notch restaurants and amenities to travelers. Trip Advisor users love Taqueria Rocio. So much so, that some snowbirds plan both legs of their trip to stop in Ridgeland so they can eat here twice while they’re in the South. Go Ridgeland! More info
- Vallarta Mexican Restaurant & Bar - 944 S Irby St, Florence, SC
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Facebook/Vallarta Mexican Restaurant and Bar Trip Advisor users rank Vallarta as the #1 Mexican Restaurant in Florence. Pair the Nachos Vallarta (above) with a margarita and settle into some authentic Mexican food in Florence. More
With so many great Mexican restaurants in South Carolina, we’re sure we’ve only scratched the surface. Where do you go when you’re craving Mexican food?
Facebook/Taco Boy
If you want to know where the locals go, this is it. This location of Taco Boy is a little off the beaten path in downtown Charleston and in a quirky neighborhood. But the food is superb and inventive. The atmosphere is electric and laid back at the same time. We’re not sure how that’s possible, but it is. Trust us. More on Facebook.
Facebook/Burro Loco
Yelp/Bill W.
Wow. Burro Loco’s Facebook page just might give you the impression that this is THE MOST FUN restaurant in all of Myrtle Beach. But don’t let the photos mislead you into thinking FUN is all they have to offer. Online reviews for Fiesta Del Burro Loco absolutely rave about the food, the service and the margaritas!
Facebook/Chuys
Chuy’s Facebook page has a fun graphic that says, “If you’ve seen one Chuy’s - you’ve seen one Chuy’s.” We think this is a cute way to say each Chuy’s location is as unique as the next. Chuy’s in Greenville is as unique as they come. Check out the Elvis Green Chili Fried Chicken (above) or the taco bar in the trunk of the old sedan (above). Chuy’s in Greenville Facebook page.
Minero - Charleston, SC
Facebook/Minero
Chef Sean Brock (from season 2 of the PBS series: Mind of a Chef) has created a whole host of affordable and creative Mexican dishes served in a casual atmosphere. Minero’s Facebook page.
Salud Mexican Kitchen
If you’re a Tequila lover and you love Mexican food, then you’ll love Salud. They carry more than 100 tequilas and people rave about their food. They’re located in the heart of downtown Camden. Salud’s Facebook page.
Holy Tequila
At Holy Tequila, Mexican fare meets American Flare. You’ll go wild over the traditional Mex flavors fused with American gourmet at affordable prices. Holy Tequila’s Facebook page
Facebook/Agave Mexican Grill
Agave Mexican Grill is a delicious alternative to all the seafood fare you’ll find in Beaufort. Reviewers love the tacos and speak highly of the service. Agave Facebook page.
Papas and Beer
Facebook/Papas and Beer Anderson, SC
As with so many mexican restaurants, there is more than one Papas & Beer location in the southeast. This one in Anderson scores high on our list for having an interesting outside apperance, great online reviews and a salsa bar where you can load up. Papas and Beer Facebook page
Facebook/realmexico
Real Mexico offers up traditional Mexican fare with an occasional American influence. Delicious. Real Mexico Facebook page.
Yelp/Rosalia’s Mexican Restaurant
Facebook/Rosalias Restaurante Mexicano
Say what you will, but Rosalia’s is worth the drive into Orangeburg. Just 6 days ago, a Trip Advisor user with 95 reviews to his credit said Rosalia’s “was some of the best Mexican anywhere, and the service matched!” Rosalia’s Facebook page.
Yelp/Denise R
Google Maps [streetview]
Ridgeland, SC has the distinction of being right off Interstate 95 in South Carolina. Ridgeland has found a way to capitalize on this great opportunity by offering top-notch restaurants and amenities to travelers. Trip Advisor users love Taqueria Rocio. So much so, that some snowbirds plan both legs of their trip to stop in Ridgeland so they can eat here twice while they’re in the South. Go Ridgeland! More info
Facebook/Vallarta Mexican Restaurant and Bar
Trip Advisor users rank Vallarta as the #1 Mexican Restaurant in Florence. Pair the Nachos Vallarta (above) with a margarita and settle into some authentic Mexican food in Florence. More
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