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 Gulfport?
To find out, Stacker turned to Tripadvisor to compile a list of the highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Gulfport. 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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#12. El Saltillo Long Beach
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (57 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 115 N Cleveland Ave, Long Beach, MS 39560-4713
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#11. Juan Tequila's
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (106 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 306 E Beach Blvd, Long Beach, MS 39560-6217
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#10. Marina Cantina Gulfport
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (10 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 8813 Cowin-Lorraine Road, Gulfport, MS 39503
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#9. El Saltillo
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (13 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 12013 Highway 49, Gulfport, MS 39503-3166
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#8. Pupuseria Dona Blanca
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#7. Jalapeno Grill
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (33 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 5 Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS 39507-3202
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#6. El Mexicano Inn
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (31 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1215 30th Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501-1839
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#5. Tamale Shak
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (33 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1717 30th Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501-2743
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#4. Aztecas Restaurant & Cantina
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (90 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 9400 Highway 49, Gulfport, MS 39503-4258
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#2. Taco Sombrero
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (61 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 12275 Highway 49, Gulfport, MS 39503-2742
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#1. El Agave
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (130 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2108 25th Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501-4518
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