The Hawaiian Islands are certainly not known for their epic and authentic Mexican food – quite the opposite, actually. While you’ll have no trouble finding amazing seafood and sushi joints, quality Mexican cuisine can be hard to find. But if you look hard enough, you’re sure to find at least a few eateries sure to satisfy your burrito cravings.
- Ono Tacos, Lahaina
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Ono Tacos/Facebook Hawaii is home to some killer food trucks, including this Mexican joint that serves up the best burritos, torta, and tacos for miles.910 Honoapiilani Hwy, Lahaina, HI 96761
- Alejandros Mexican Food, Kalihi
Alejandros Mexican Food/Facebook
Alejandros Mexican Food/Facebook This casual eatery brought authentic Mexican cuisine to Kalihi when it opened last year, and it has quickly become a local favorite.2831 Kalihi St e, Honolulu, HI 96819
- Lucy’s Taqueria, Hilo
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Lucy’s Taqueria/Facebook This casual taqueria serves breakfast all day, traditional taqueria options made using fresh ingredients, as well as a bar with beers on tap.194 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
- Da Crack, Koloa
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Lourie A./Yelp This Mexican eatery specializing in tacos, burritos and sides may be tiny, but the portions are anything but.2827 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI 96756
- Acevedo’s Hawaicano Cafe, Kahului
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Kanani K./Yelp This Mexican and Hawaiian fusion eatery serves up some mouthwatering and unique dishes.190 Alamaha St B, Kahului, HI 96732
- Guadalajara Grill, Laie
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Em P./Yelp This roadside eatery on Oahu’s north shore may not look like much, but the food will certainly not disappoint.55-176 Kamehameha Hwy, Laie, HI 96762
- Kohala Burger & Taco, Waimea
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Kohala Burger & Taco/Facebook This casual Mexican-American Grill serves up local fish, grass-fed beef, 1950s milkshakes - and tacos. An unlikely pairing perfect for those couples who are constantly arguing about where to go for dinner. 613665 Akoni Pule Hwy, Waimea, HI 96743
- Verde, Kapa’a
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Carol L./Yelp For a new Mexican twist on traditional Mexican favorites, head to this casual cafe known for their delicious salsas.4-1101 Kuhio Hwy # A3, Kapaa, HI 96746
- Los Chaparros Mexican Restaurant, Honolulu
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Mike O./Yelp This casual family-owned eatery in Hawaii’s capital serves up classic Mexican cuisine, along with beer, wine, and margaritas. 2140 S Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 96826
- Fridas Mexican Beach House, Lahaina
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Christopher N./Yelp A waterfront patio looks over the vast Pacific at this airy cantina known for classic Mexican dishes and tequila-based cocktails.1287 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761
- Monico’s Taqueria, Wailua
Marcelino M./Yelp
Prianka K./Yelp This casual Kauai eatery is known for their mouthwatering fish tacos and seafood burritos.4-356 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, HI 96746
- Patricio’s Mexican Taqueria, Kailua-Kona
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Melissa R./Yelp Walls are adorned with brightly-colored murals at this cozy Mexican joint on Hawaii Island. 74-5586 Palani Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
- Nelly’s Authentic Mexican Tacos, Kahuku
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Natalie R./Yelp Oahu’s north shore is famous for its plethora of food trucks, and nowhere will you find better tacos than at Nelly’s Authentic Mexican Tacos, though we’ll admit, the ambiance isn’t necessarily inviting.Edit 56-505 Kamehameha Hwy Kahuku, HI 96731
- Roasted Chilis, Kihei
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Jingyi Z./Yelp For the best Mexican food in Kihei, head to Roasted Chiles… I mean, just look at this delicious spread. 1279 S Kihei Rd #122, Kihei, HI 96753
What’s your favorite Mexican restaurant in Hawaii? Don’t forget to consider these 13 taco joints as well.
Ono Tacos/Facebook
Hawaii is home to some killer food trucks, including this Mexican joint that serves up the best burritos, torta, and tacos for miles.910 Honoapiilani Hwy, Lahaina, HI 96761
Alejandros Mexican Food/Facebook
This casual eatery brought authentic Mexican cuisine to Kalihi when it opened last year, and it has quickly become a local favorite.2831 Kalihi St e, Honolulu, HI 96819
Phil C./Yelp
Lucy’s Taqueria/Facebook
This casual taqueria serves breakfast all day, traditional taqueria options made using fresh ingredients, as well as a bar with beers on tap.194 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
Angie S./Yelp
Lourie A./Yelp
This Mexican eatery specializing in tacos, burritos and sides may be tiny, but the portions are anything but.2827 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI 96756
Eli J./Yelp
Kanani K./Yelp
This Mexican and Hawaiian fusion eatery serves up some mouthwatering and unique dishes.190 Alamaha St B, Kahului, HI 96732
Guadalajara Grill/Yelp
Em P./Yelp
This roadside eatery on Oahu’s north shore may not look like much, but the food will certainly not disappoint.55-176 Kamehameha Hwy, Laie, HI 96762
Jason S./Yelp
Kohala Burger & Taco/Facebook
This casual Mexican-American Grill serves up local fish, grass-fed beef, 1950s milkshakes - and tacos. An unlikely pairing perfect for those couples who are constantly arguing about where to go for dinner. 613665 Akoni Pule Hwy, Waimea, HI 96743
Kim S./Yelp
Carol L./Yelp
For a new Mexican twist on traditional Mexican favorites, head to this casual cafe known for their delicious salsas.4-1101 Kuhio Hwy # A3, Kapaa, HI 96746
Rudy X. O./Yelp
Mike O./Yelp
This casual family-owned eatery in Hawaii’s capital serves up classic Mexican cuisine, along with beer, wine, and margaritas. 2140 S Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 96826
David Y./Yelp
Christopher N./Yelp
A waterfront patio looks over the vast Pacific at this airy cantina known for classic Mexican dishes and tequila-based cocktails.1287 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761
Marcelino M./Yelp
Prianka K./Yelp
This casual Kauai eatery is known for their mouthwatering fish tacos and seafood burritos.4-356 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, HI 96746
Tomas L./Yelp
Melissa R./Yelp
Walls are adorned with brightly-colored murals at this cozy Mexican joint on Hawaii Island. 74-5586 Palani Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Matt T./Yelp
Natalie R./Yelp
Oahu’s north shore is famous for its plethora of food trucks, and nowhere will you find better tacos than at Nelly’s Authentic Mexican Tacos, though we’ll admit, the ambiance isn’t necessarily inviting.Edit 56-505 Kamehameha Hwy Kahuku, HI 96731
Andrew M./Yelp
Jingyi Z./Yelp
For the best Mexican food in Kihei, head to Roasted Chiles… I mean, just look at this delicious spread. 1279 S Kihei Rd #122, Kihei, HI 96753
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