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5 Best Mexican Restaurants in Portland, OR

Below is a list of the top and leading Mexican Restaurants in Portland, OR. To help you find the best Mexican Restaurants located near you in Portland, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.

Portland’s Best Mexican Restaurants:

The top rated Mexican Restaurants in Portland, OR are:

  • Nuestra Cocina – housemade tortillas & sangrias set the tone at creative, warmly decorated Mexican restaurant & bar
  • Xico – locally sourced Oaxacan fare is the focus of this stylish Mexican eatery with a patio
  • La Jarocha  offers a delicious dining experience and takeout in the heart of Portland
  • Rocio’s Mexican Restaurant – casual, contemporary eatery turning out Mexican comfort food, with a cantina making margaritas
  • Santa Fe Taqueria – kid-friendly Mexican spot with a counter-service dining room & boisterous adjoining cantina

Nuestra Cocina

Nuestra CocinaNuestra Cocina is a joint profect of Benjamin Gonzales and Shannon Dooley-Gonzales, two renowned restaurateurs and chefs. They own and run Nuestra Cocina, an authentic Mexican restaurant in southeast Portland, Oregon, as husband and wife. The cooking method is frequently compared to classic peasant Mexican cookery. Recipes and flavors from the state of Zacatecas in the high desert to the coasts of Vera Cruz and Tampico. The bar offers a variety of tequilas, including house-infused tequilas, Mezcal from rural towns, house-made sangria, and Mexican beers.

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Mexican Restaurant

LOCATION:

Address: 2135 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97202
Phone: (503) 232 2135
Website: nuestracocina.com

REVIEWS:

“Our family have been going to Nuestra Cocina for years. First time back since the pandemic and their drinks, food, and service is still always amazing! Love how it’s a family operated restaurant (dad’s in the kitchen and mom/kids are serving), you can definitely taste and feel the love. A great place to order a variety of tapas and eat family style so you can try all of their amazing offerings. Also all of their margaritas are handcrafted with so many refreshing options, a must try restaurant in Portland!” – Nancy Le

Xico

XicoXico delivers handcrafted Mexican cuisine from the region. Dine-in service is available Wednesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., as well as To-Go food for pickup, as well as complete Family Meals/Catering for up to 20 people. Family Meals are also available at Xico. Side dishes, garnishes, and desserts are all included in Family Meals. Reheating times are short, ranging from 5 to 1 hour (for frozen items). Theye’re open for dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday.

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Mexican Restaurant

LOCATION:

Address: 3715 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97202
Phone: (503) 548 6343
Website: xicopdx.com

REVIEWS:

“The restaurant features a variety of Mexican-inspired flavors from different regions of the country. We enjoyed some delicately flavored appetizers, followed by a chicken and mole dish and a Yucatan sour-orange braised pork. The pickled chili peppers and onions were particularly bright and flavorful.” – Alvin Chen

La Jarocha

La JarochaLa Jarocha is known for its innovative take on classic recipes and commitment to using only the highest quality fresh ingredients. Their great Mexican cuisine, excellent service, and pleasant employees have earned them acclaim. In the center of Portland, La Jarocha offers a delectable dining experience as well as takeout. Each of their dishes is something they are proud of. Their recipes, which are made with the freshest ingredients possible, will give you a taste of traditional Mexican cuisine.

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LOCATION:

Address: 210 SW 4th Ave #1803, Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (503) 853 4605
Website: lajarochapdx.com

REVIEWS:

“Amazing food and amazing service. I ordered the burrito but couldn’t decide between steak or shrimp so the owner said I could do both. He also made a modification to the menu for my partner as well for no extra cost. The margaritas were super yummy. Great selection of other drinks as well. Definitely try this place out!” – Sara Shoup

Rocio’s Mexican Restaurant

Rocio's Mexican RestaurantRocio’s Mexican Restaurant is a stylish and relaxed location where singles, couples, and families may share a delicious meal. Ponciano Meza started “Ponce’s Mexican Restaurant” in San Diego, CA, in the fall of 1969. With the support of his wife, Maria Meza, Ponciano grew “Ponce’s” into a thriving family business with generations of devoted customers. In the summer of 2000, two of Ponciano’s children chose to follow in his footsteps and took over the restaurant. Siblings Rocio Meza and Ponce Meza Jr. discreetly modified the old menu with fresh Mexican favorites and the addition of a full bar.

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LOCATION:

Address: 2850 SE Gladstone St, Portland, OR 97202
Phone: (971) 266 8860
Website: rociospdx.com

REVIEWS:

“Love this place and what I love is that I am walking distance. I always order the same burrito (ultimo) every time I visit Rocio’s, it’s my favorite 😍 I have tried other foods from Rocio’s that my family has order and it’s amazing. If you are ever in the area and want to try something new, stop by and try Rocio’s.” – Evelyn Conde

Santa Fe Taqueria

Santa Fe TaqueriaSanta Fe Taqueria used his mother’s recipes to build the first real taqueria in Portland after studying the art of ‘taqueria’ in San Francisco. This type of restaurant is ideal for grabbing a quick bite while yet retaining the freshest ingredients and slow-cooked meats free of additives and preservatives. Customers can order any item on the menu and have their meal customized as it is prepared. Many vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are available.

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LOCATION:

Address: 831 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210
Phone: (503) 220 0406
Website: santafetaqueria.com

REVIEWS:

“Super busy as people were trying to beat the heat and not cook. But excellent service as always. Gracias!” – Mary Gonzalez