While North Dakota usually specializes in other types of ethnic food, there are some spots around the state that have great, authentic Mexican food well north of the border. If you’re a fan, definitely give these five places a try.

  1. Tomate Mexican Grill - Watford City

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Tomate Mexican Grill/Facebook This place has the best Mexican food in the western half of North Dakota! If you’re craving something delicious, whether it be spicy hot or mild and tasty, Tomate’s has it all. Try some of their many menu options and you will be extra satisfied.

Tomate Mexican Grill is located at 12602 22nd M St NW, Watford City.

  1. Arnaldo’s - Bismarck

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Arnaldo’s/Facebook The colorful exterior is already eye catching but their awesome food is what will really draw you in. You won’t find better Mexican food in Bismarck. That shrimp is already mouthwatering enough and it’s just one of many delicious, authentic options on their menu. What are you waiting for? Go try some!

Arnaldo’s is located at 1032 Airport Rd, Bismarck.

  1. El Toro - Wahpeton

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tdawg40sw/Tripadvisor El Toro’s fun and vibrant decor is a great accompaniment to their scrumptious, perfectly made food. Mexican cuisine may not be the most popular kind in this part of the country, but this restaurant keeps people coming in because they love their food specifically. Try it for yourself!

El Toro is located at 809 Dakota Ave, Wahpeton.

  1. Mango’s - Fargo

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2sweet4umarie/Tripadvisor One of the best stops in Fargo when you’re looking for good, authentic Mexican food is definitely Mango’s. Even if you’re bringing someone along who isn’t a fan of Mexican food, the restaurant can cater to an American food palate as well. But you’re obviously here for Mexican food, and doesn’t that look delicious? All the favorites are on their menu and they aren’t any kind of Tex Mex, but real, genuine Mexican cuisine. Stop by next time you get the chance; you won’t regret it!

Mango’s Mexican & American Grill is located at 2901 Main Ave, Fargo.

  1. Mi Mexico - Minot

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Jenny L./Tripadvisor Yum! This is one of the many dishes served at Mi Mexico that will have your tastebuds going crazy. The Chef’s Special, shown here, has a delicious combination of grilled chicken, rice, and their amazing white cheese dip drizzled on top. Go check it out for yourself and the rest of their great creations. You’ll be hard pressed to find something you don’t like.

Mi Mexico is located at 301 40th Ave SW, Minot.

If you’re in the mood for other ethnic foods, try some of these restaurants in North Dakota. One of these Mexican restaurants was included on that list!

Tomate Mexican GRILL/Facebook

Tomate Mexican Grill/Facebook

This place has the best Mexican food in the western half of North Dakota! If you’re craving something delicious, whether it be spicy hot or mild and tasty, Tomate’s has it all. Try some of their many menu options and you will be extra satisfied.

Tomate Mexican Grill is located at 12602 22nd M St NW, Watford City.

Arnaldo’s/Facebook

The colorful exterior is already eye catching but their awesome food is what will really draw you in. You won’t find better Mexican food in Bismarck. That shrimp is already mouthwatering enough and it’s just one of many delicious, authentic options on their menu. What are you waiting for? Go try some!

Arnaldo’s is located at 1032 Airport Rd, Bismarck.

cdpalmers/Tripadvisor

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El Toro’s fun and vibrant decor is a great accompaniment to their scrumptious, perfectly made food. Mexican cuisine may not be the most popular kind in this part of the country, but this restaurant keeps people coming in because they love their food specifically. Try it for yourself!

El Toro is located at 809 Dakota Ave, Wahpeton.

Robert V./Tripadvisor

2sweet4umarie/Tripadvisor

One of the best stops in Fargo when you’re looking for good, authentic Mexican food is definitely Mango’s. Even if you’re bringing someone along who isn’t a fan of Mexican food, the restaurant can cater to an American food palate as well. But you’re obviously here for Mexican food, and doesn’t that look delicious? All the favorites are on their menu and they aren’t any kind of Tex Mex, but real, genuine Mexican cuisine. Stop by next time you get the chance; you won’t regret it!

Mango’s Mexican & American Grill is located at 2901 Main Ave, Fargo.

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Jenny L./Tripadvisor

Yum! This is one of the many dishes served at Mi Mexico that will have your tastebuds going crazy. The Chef’s Special, shown here, has a delicious combination of grilled chicken, rice, and their amazing white cheese dip drizzled on top. Go check it out for yourself and the rest of their great creations. You’ll be hard pressed to find something you don’t like.

Mi Mexico is located at 301 40th Ave SW, Minot.

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