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 Yakima?
To find out, Stacker turned to Tripadvisor to compile a list of the highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Yakima. 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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#14. El Porton
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (29 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 420 S 48th Ave, Yakima, WA 98908-3407
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#13. Xochimilco Tequila Bar & Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (24 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5110 Tieton Dr Suite 270, Yakima, WA 98908-4900
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#12. Taqueria El Riconcito
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (11 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: not available
- Price: $
- Address: 1001 N 1st St, Yakima, WA 98901-1901
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#11. Taqueria Los Primos 2
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (10 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: not available
- Price: $
- Address: 404 N 1st St, Yakima, WA 98901-2306
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#10. El Mirador Express
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#9. El Rincondito
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (17 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1101 S 3rd Ave, Yakima, WA 98902-4640
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#8. Salsita Antojitos Mexicanos
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (18 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 902 S Fair Ave, Yakima, WA 98901-3434
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#7. El Porton de Pepe
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (31 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 15 S 5th Ave, Yakima, WA 98902-3431
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#6. Mercedes & Family
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (22 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 5607 Tieton Dr, Yakima, WA 98908-3484
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#5. Main Stop on the Ave
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#4. Los Hernandez
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (101 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 3706 Main St, Union Gap, WA 98903-1948
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#3. Xochimilco Mexican Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (58 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2304 W Nob Hill Blvd, Yakima, WA 98902-5237
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#2. Antojitos mexicanos
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (100 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3512 Summitview Ave, Yakima, WA 98902-2259
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#1. El Mirador 2
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (257 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1601 E Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA 98901-2179
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