Mexican Food in Spokane (2025)
Cochinito
Restaurant · Spokane
Downtown’s chef-driven taqueria treats tacos with fine-dining technique, house-made tortillas, and seasonal specials. Frequently honored by local media, including Best Tacos from Inlander readers; also singled out by regional critics as a destination-worthy stop.
De Leon's Taco & Bar #3
Taco restaurant · Spokane County
A family-run pillar of Spokane’s Mexican food scene, celebrating scratch salsas, house tortillas, and community roots. Voted Best Mexican Food, Best Burritos, and Best Housemade Salsa in the 2025 Inlander readers’ poll.
Molé Restaurant
Restaurant · Spokane
Kendall Yards’ ode to Oaxacan cooking, from rojo and negro mole to barbacoa scented with avocado leaf. Featured by the Inlander for bringing regional Mexican traditions — and a lively bar — to a river-view setting.
Tecate Grill
Mexican restaurant · Spokane
A neighborhood stalwart known for generous plates, carne asada, and a full bar. Recognized by Inlander readers as a top pick in 2025, it remains a go-to for classic combination plates and convivial meals.
Taco Vado
Taco restaurant · Spokane
Born as a tiny drive-thru and now a bigger West Central hangout, this spot keeps the focus on quality meats, all-day breakfast tacos, and thoughtful vegan options. Profiled by the Inlander after its 2023–24 move and expansion.
Los Habaneros
Mexican restaurant · Country Homes
Second-generation taqueros from Mexico City serve handmade gorditas, birria, and vibrant salsas on Spokane’s North Side. Highlighted by the Inlander’s Dining Out guide for its from-scratch approach and family recipes.
Taqueria Guerrero
Mexican restaurant · Spokane Valley
A humble Valley favorite known for street tacos, fresh salsas, and seafood plates. Listed by the Inlander and praised by regulars for straightforward, well-seasoned cooking and warm hospitality.
Tacos El Sol
Mexican restaurant · Spokane
Casual, independently owned spot with a salsa bar, quesabirria, and crowd-pleasing classics. Recent reviews and the restaurant’s official details confirm steady hours and a loyal neighborhood following.
Dos Amigos
Mexican restaurant · Spokane Valley
Longtime, independently owned Valley staple for crisp tacos, enchiladas, and house salsas. Recent traveler and local reviews point to consistent cooking and friendly service in an unfussy, family-run setting.
Tacos El Guero
Mexican restaurant · Spokane Valley
A family-run truck with generous portions, excellent salsas, and crowd-favorite fish and asada tacos. Current hours and strong 2025 reviews underline its status as a local go-to for street-style fare.