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 Lansing?
To find out, Stacker turned to Tripadvisor to compile a list of the highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Lansing. 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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#11. Pancheros Mexican Grill
- Rating: 3.0 / 5 (14 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: not available
- Price: $
- Address: 2725 Preyde Blvd., Lansing, MI 48912
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#10. Aldaco Restaurant
- Rating: 3.0 / 5 (29 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.0/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 6527 S Cedar St, Lansing, MI 48911-5962
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#9. Los Tres Amigos
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (28 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5010 W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917-2625
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#8. Aldaco's Taco 911
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (10 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 414 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48933-1402
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#7. Jalapeno's Mexican Restaurant
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#6. El Azteco
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (95 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1016 W Saginaw St, Lansing, MI 48915-1967
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#5. Cancun Mexican Grill
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (33 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 8741 W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917-7752
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#4. Los Tres Amigos
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (38 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 6405 S Cedar St, Lansing, MI 48911-5960
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#3. El Oasis
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (19 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (5.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 2501 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912-4010
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#2. Acapulco Mexican Grill
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#1. Pablo's Old Town
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (123 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 311 E Grand River Ave, Lansing, MI 48906-4416
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