Highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Waco, according to Tripadvisor

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February 8, 2023
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Highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Waco, according to Tripadvisor

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 Waco?

To find out, Stacker turned to Tripadvisor to compile a list of the highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Waco. 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.

#25. Rufi's Cocina

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (15 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1801 N 25th St, Waco, TX 76707-2019
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#24. Sergio's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (28 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 608 Austin Ave, Waco, TX 76701-2018
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#23. Lolitas

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (24 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1911 Franklin Ave, Waco, TX 76701
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#22. Chipotle Mexican Grill

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (14 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1115 N Valley Mills Dr Ste A, Waco, TX 76710
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#21. Taqueria Zacatecas

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (14 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: not available
- Price: $
- Address: 2311 La Salle Ave, Waco, TX 76706-3925
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#20. On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (64 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4320 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76710-7043
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#19. The Ranchito

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (22 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 2310 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76701-1046
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#18. El Charro's

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (22 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: LaSalle, Waco, TX
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#17. Don Carlos Restaurant

- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (134 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4651 Interstate 35 S, Waco, TX 76706-4608
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#16. El Conquistador Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (59 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 901 N Loop 340, Waco, TX 76710
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#15. Abuelita's Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (31 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1623 N Valley Mills Dr, Waco, TX 76710-2552
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#14. Casa De Castillo

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (53 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4820 Sanger Ave, Waco, TX 76710-5865
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#13. Los Cucos Mexican Cafe - Waco

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (59 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2805 W. Loop 340, Waco, TX 76712
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#12. Fuzzy's Taco Shop

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (43 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 215 S University Parks Dr Suite 107, Waco, TX 76701
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#11. Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (99 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 4200 Franklin Ave, Waco, TX 76710-6944
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#10. El Conquistador Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (67 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4508 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76710-7047
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#9. Leal's Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (33 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 9000 Panther Dr, Waco, TX 76712-3623
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#8. Jesse's Tortilla Factory

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (45 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1226 Webster Ave, Waco, TX 76706-1706
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#7. Hecho En Waco

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (192 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 300 S 6th St Suite B, Waco, TX 76701-2063
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#6. Fuego Tortilla Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (51 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1524 South IH 35, Waco, TX 76706-2055
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#5. La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (181 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3815 Franklin Ave, Waco, TX 76710
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#4. Ninfa's Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (275 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 220 S 3rd St, Waco, TX 76701-2221
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#3. Chuy's

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (300 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5501 Legend Lake Pkwy, Waco, TX 76712-6983
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#2. Ninfa's Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (786 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 215 Mary Ave, Waco, TX 76701-2233
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#1. Torchys Tacos

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (514 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 801 S 5th St, Waco, TX 76706-1109
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