Mexican Food in Orlando (2025)
Chef-owners John and Juliana Calloway’s Mills 50 taqueria grinds masa and builds vibrant, produce-forward tacos. Recognized by the Michelin Guide for creativity and local sourcing, it’s a small room with big, market-bright flavors and serious local cred.
A North Quarter standby from Good Salt Restaurant Group, where Chef Wendy Lopez channels Michoacán flavors alongside 150-plus agave spirits. Praised by local critics and an Orlando Weekly Best Of winner, it’s ideal for mezcal flights, birria, and house-made tortillas.
Brothers Joe and David Creech celebrate Mexico City street food with heirloom-corn tortillas and murals by Oaxaca’s Lapiztola. Noted by The New York Times and Eater, locals queue for the birria machete, squash blossom quesadillas, and thoughtful vegetarian options.
A South OBT favorite where the menu reads like a Mexico City lonchería—al pastor off the trompo, cabeza, huaraches, and namesake tortas. Praised by local food writers and regulars for honest flavors, late hours, and excellent value.
Inside Hourglass Social House, this family-run kitchen turns out tender, richly seasoned tamales daily along with birria tacos, elotes, and aguas frescas. Recommended by local and travel writers for consistency, gluten-free friendliness, and neighborhood warmth.
What began as a food truck is now College Park’s birria specialist. Orlando Weekly spotlighted its platter of quesabirria, red tacos, and mulitas; expect crisped tortillas, deeply savory consommé, rotating aguas frescas, and a lively, family-run vibe.
From food truck to downtown storefront, this wife-and-wife team brings L.A.-style birria ramen, pizzas, and quesatacos to Church Street. Covered by Orlando Weekly, it’s festive, family-owned, and all about that richly aromatic consomé.
A late-night Mills 50 original blending Asian flavors with Mexican formats—pernil arepas, tom yum shrimp tacos, kimchi fries. Beloved by industry folks and night owls, it’s counter service with patio seating and hours that stretch past midnight.
Independent and family-run near Universal, this low-key spot earns persistent raves for enchiladas rancheras, al pastor, and salsas. Travelers and locals alike cite it as a reliable, non-touristy option with friendly service and generous portions.
