Mexican Food in Temecula (2025)

Old Town’s modern Mexican flagship pairs agave spirits with a menu that travels Mexico, from ceviches to chicken mole. Featured by Visit Temecula Valley and buoyed by steady recent reviews, it’s a lively, independent choice for mezcal lovers.

A longtime local stalwart with Sonoran-leaning plates, handmade tortillas, and a friendly patio, Lienzo Charro feels woven into Old Town life. Recent menus and reviews confirm brunch plates and daily service at this independently owned favorite.

Run by the Solano family, Guadalajara traces its roots to 1986 and has served Temecula since 1997. Expect combo-plate comfort, fajitas, molcajetes, and generous margaritas—classic, community-first Mexican cooking that locals recommend for gatherings.

Serving Temecula since 1989, this family operation leans Michoacán with seafood cocteles, caldo de mariscos, and comforting platillos—plus a beloved ice cream counter next door. Official info and traveler reviews point to enduring local loyalty.

A family-run counter spot celebrated for Baja-style fish tacos, quesabirria, and aguas frescas. Recent diners praise value and consistency, and the online menu confirms fun hybrids like birria ramen—all firmly in Temecula’s casual seafood-taco lane.

Opened in 2022 by a Temecula family with two decades of local taquería experience, Landeros brings Guadalajara-inspired plates, taco flights, and dependable margaritas to Old Town. Featured by local press and clearly active with posted hours.

Michoacán-rooted and independently owned, La Cocina has served the community since 2005 with tableside guacamole, mole enchiladas, and a lively bar. House history and current hours are published, with steady recent feedback from locals.

Hemet’s indie favorite expanded to Temecula with birria ramen, loaded mariscos, and michelada flights in a lively, sit-down setting. Industry coverage and delivery listings confirm the Temecula outpost is active and drawing crowds.