Mexican Food in Las Vegas

Chef DJ Flores champions in-house nixtamalized masa and vegetable-forward plates in a casual southwest-side cafe. Featured by Eater and Good Morning America and a James Beard semifinalist, Milpa supplies tortillas to fellow chefs and anchors the city’s modern Mexican movement.

A Mexico City family runs this tiny stalwart known for huaraches, pambazos, and Saturday barbacoa. Praised by Las Vegas Weekly and regularly cited by local critics, it’s a go-to for Chilango flavors like consomé loco and handmade masa snacks.

A third-generation family institution since 1980, famous for tamales and holiday masa marathons. Recognized by local news outlets and the Review-Journal over the years, it remains a downtown staple for enchiladas, menudo, and margaritas.

Family-run and festooned with Mexican folk art, this Main Street anchor serves classic plates, fresh tortillas, and strong margaritas. Frequently recommended in Eater’s Arts District guides and by local writers for its abuela-style cooking.

Small, daytime-only spot where menudo reigns and tortillas are pressed in-house. Eater’s Mexican roundups highlight it for soulful weekend soups and mole; locals come for generous plates and homestyle flavors.

A locally owned mariscos house spotlighting Sinaloa-style seafood towers, tostadas, and cocteles. Featured in Eater guides, it’s a reliable bet for octopus, shrimp, and bright coastal flavors away from the Strip.

Chinatown’s playful taqueria with a secret back-room parlor pairs street-style tacos with a serious agave program. Covered by Eater and local outlets for its speakeasy vibe and late-night energy, it’s a fun off-Strip night out.

Independent hangout near the Convention Center mixing 20 rotating taps with creative tacos and happy-hour specials. Noted by Eater for inventive fillings and a deep beer list, it’s a friendly pre-show or game-day stop.

A family project that grew from a food stand to a colorful eatery known for hefty tortas, chilaquiles, and cafe de olla. Newly highlighted on Eater’s best tacos list, it leans into nostalgia and handmade touches.

New Mexican flavors—think red and green chile, sopapillas, and all-day breakfast burritos—draw locals to this east-valley counter. Eater notes it among the city’s standout breakfast burritos; don’t miss the carne adovada.

Traditional birrieria serving beef or goat with consomé alongside quesabirria and birria ramen. Featured in Eater’s birria guide and praised by locals for deeply flavored stews and generous portions.

Chef Leticia Mitchell’s Arts District cafe brings street-style tacos, guisados, and breakfast to a historic Main Street space. Covered by Eater and praised by locals, it continues the community-minded spirit of her longtime family restaurant.