Mexican fare ranks second among Americans' favorite global cuisines, according to Chef's Pencil. Mexican flavors and ingredients have permeated all corners of American cuisine, infusing vibrant and varied tastes into Americans' daily diet. But while tacos and enchiladas may seem commonplace in America now, that wasn't always the case.
To be sure, Americans have been influenced by the flavors of our neighbor to the south for hundreds of years. But it wasn't until refugees from southern and central Mexico brought their culinary traditions north to the U.S. during the Mexican Revolution that dishes like tacos found their way into the mainstream. An increasingly global culture (and a growing number of Mexican fast-food mainstays and high-end restaurants) have cemented Mexican food's beloved role in U.S. cuisine. Which begs the question: Where does one go for the best Mexican food in Baltimore?
To find out, Stacker turned to Tripadvisor to compile a list of the highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Baltimore. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.
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#23. MEX Baltimore
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (41 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 26 Market Pl, Baltimore, MD 21231-3008
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#22. El Bufalo Tequila Bar & Kitchen
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (14 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2921 Odonnell St, Baltimore, MD 21224-4823
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#21. One Star Country Club
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (15 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: not available
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 38 E Cross St, Baltimore, MD 21230-4036
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#20. La Carnita
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (20 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7035 Elm Rd BWI Airport, Baltimore, MD 21240-1004
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#19. Cinco De Mayo Dos
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#18. Restaurant El Salvador
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (18 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 207 S Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231-2406
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#17. R&R Taqueria
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (15 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2 W Lombard St. Across from 30 Light St., Baltimore, MD 21201
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#16. Banditos
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (19 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1118 S Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21230-4294
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#15. Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (75 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 621 E Pratt St Ste 130, Baltimore, MD 21202
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#13. Cocina Luchadoras
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (15 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (5.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 253 S Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231-2406
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#12. Tortilleria Sinaloa
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (37 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1716 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21231-2419
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#11. El Salto Inc.
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (51 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5513 Ritchie Hwy, Baltimore, MD 21225-3444
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#10. Woody's Cantina
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (59 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 831 S Broadway Secret entrance through Slainte Irish Pub, Baltimore, MD 21231-3409
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#9. The Horse You Came In On Saloon
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#8. Barcocina
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (234 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1629 Thames St, Baltimore, MD 21231-3449
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#7. Taco Fiesta LLC
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (109 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 618 S Exeter St, Baltimore, MD 21202-4316
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#6. Papi's Tacos
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (107 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1703 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD 21231-2902
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#5. Nacho Mama's
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (207 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2907 Odonnell St, Baltimore, MD 21224-4821
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#3. Blue Agave Restaurante y Tequileria
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (205 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1032 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230-4031
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#2. CLAVEL
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (101 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 225 W 23rd St, Baltimore, MD 21211-3202
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#1. R. House
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (106 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 301 W 29th St, Baltimore, MD 21211-2960
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