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Where To Find Mexican Food In New Orleans?

If you’re a fan of top-notch food like gourmet burritos, chalupas and tacos, New Orleans’ Mexican restaurants offer a flavorful fiesta of the senses.

This article is going to show you the best Mexican restaurants in New Orleans.

In all areas of the city, you can find quality Mexican food, including strong margaritas with great food.

Best Mexican Restaurants In New Orleans

Mexican cuisine may not be as popular as seafood in New Orleans, but it’s a close second, as you’ll see.

Cuñada

833 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70112 | (504) 525-9200

Here’s what one reviewer says about Cuñada: “”If you want real AUTHENTIC Mexican cuisine in New Orleans, look no further! The best food, served by the best staff in the best city….what else could you ask for.”

Panchita’s Mexican Criolla Cuisine

1434 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118 | (504) 281-4127

Here’s what one reviewer says about Panchita’s: “First Time me and my Boyfriend Came here.Small Place Outdoor Sitting as Well as Indoors.Authentic Mexican Food.I had There Vegetable Burrito and He had the Carne Asada Plate.I Had a Glass of Chardonnay he had 2 Corona Lights we Both Had Water.The Waitress Was Also The Owner She had Other Employees Cooking. Very Clean and Quaint. Will Be Back. Thank You.”

Liberacion NOLA

2239, New Orleans, LA 70117 | 504-208-8276

Here’s what one reviewer says about Liberacion NOLA: “These guys have been singlehandedly keeping me alive the last few years. NO ONE can sling tacos like Damien and Heather!!! Best tacos on the entire planet. Hell, I even heard aliens from other planets are considering sacrificing a lil ufo sighting just come try em.”

Johnny Sánchez

930 Poydras St Suite 101, New Orleans, LA 70112 | (504) 304-6615

Here’s what one customer says about Johnny Sanchez. “We went to Johnny Sánchez for dinner. I had a burrito with a Bloody Maria. The burrito required a knife and for in order to eat it. The flavor of the burrito was quite nice. I can’t say the same about the Bloody Maria. The Bloody Maria was mostly Vodka, and I couldn’t taste the tomato juice.”

The Velvet Cactus

6300 Argonne Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124 | (504) 301-2083

Here’s what one customer says about The Velvet Cactus. “Great outdoor seating options. Food was very fast! Cheddar grits and brisket quesadilla were awesome! Plantains were tasty too!”

Final Word

If you go to a Mexican restaurant in New Orleans, you may not know what to order. You should try a quesadilla or some Tacos or Sopa de Fideo. No matter what you choose, don’t forget to explore the city’s rich culinary history by giving the eatery some repeat business.

Want to keep the fiesta going? Here are the best tacos in New Orleans.

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James Johnson

James Johnson is a writer originally from New York City. She has lived in the South for the last 15 years and enjoys Creole cooking and shrimp and grits.