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Best Mexican Food in Honolulu

Honolulu's Mexican food scene is more vibrant than most visitors expect — and with 28 qualifying spots across the island, there's plenty worth exploring. I pulled together this curated guide combining the area's best-rated restaurants with standout spots across neighborhoods from Waikiki to Hawaii Kai to Chinatown.

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28 mexican food in Honolulu

Serg's Mexican Kitchen
2$

Serg's Mexican Kitchen

Manoa·Mexican Restaurant
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Welcoming restaurant with open-air seating, serving Mexican classics for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

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Alejandro's Mexican Food
3$

Alejandro's Mexican Food

Mexican Restaurant

Small hideaway featuring tacos, burritos, rice bowls & other Mexican staples in counter-serve digs.

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Aloha Tortilla Factory & Cafe
4$

Aloha Tortilla Factory & Cafe

Mexican Restaurant

Tucked into Downtown Honolulu, Aloha Tortilla Factory & Cafe serves mexican at budget-friendly prices. Look for outdoor seating — known as a well-loved spot.

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Búho Cocina y Cantina
5$$

Búho Cocina y Cantina

Waikiki·Mexican Restaurant

Roomy, modern rooftop restaurant & open-air bar featuring locally sourced Mexican eats & cocktails.

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Clau & Chui’s Cocina
6$$

Clau & Chui’s Cocina

Hawaii Kai·Mexican Restaurant
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La Birria
7$

La Birria

Chinatown·Mexican Restaurant
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Los Chaparros Mexican Restaurant
8$$

Los Chaparros Mexican Restaurant

Moiliili·Mexican Restaurant

Family-owned restaurant serving Mexican cuisine, plus beer, wine & margaritas, in a casual setting.

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Margaritas
9$

Margaritas

Mexican Restaurant

Busy tavern offering classic Mexican tacos & fajitas, along with tequila & cocktails.

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Mexico Restaurant
10$$

Mexico Restaurant

Mexican Restaurant

Relaxed restaurant & cantina serving Mexican standards & margaritas in a homey setting.

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Oahu Mexican Grill (OMG) - Kaimuki
11$

Oahu Mexican Grill (OMG) - Kaimuki

Kapahulu·Mexican Restaurant
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Ochos 888 Honolulu
12$$$

Ochos 888 Honolulu

Kapahulu·Restaurant
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SURF N TURF TACOS WAIKIKI
13$$

SURF N TURF TACOS WAIKIKI

Waikiki·Mexican Restaurant

Tacos & other Mexican fast food are served all day in a no-frills setting with outdoor seating.

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Taco Kabana
14$

Taco Kabana

Chinatown·Mexican Restaurant

A menu featuring classic, quick service Mexican burritos, tacos, & beer in a brightly painted space.

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Tacos de Cacheton
15$$

Tacos de Cacheton

Mexican Restaurant
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Tanja’s Tacos
16$

Tanja’s Tacos

Waikiki·Taco Restaurant
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Thyda's Tacos
17$$

Thyda's Tacos

Kakaʻako·Mexican Restaurant

Basic, brightly decorated food truck doling out hefty tacos, burritos, rice bowls & quesadillas.

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Tight Tacos Kaimuki
18$

Tight Tacos Kaimuki

Kaimuki·Mexican Restaurant
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Tlacuaches 808
19$$

Tlacuaches 808

Mexican Restaurant

Mexican homestyle dishes such as tacos, wraps, salads & nachos in a colorful food truck.

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Walking Tacos
20$$

Walking Tacos

Mexican Restaurant

Walking Tacos brings mexican to Waikiki. Family-friendly casual dining.

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Aloha Beach Dogs & Tacos - Waikiki
21$$

Aloha Beach Dogs & Tacos - Waikiki

Waikiki·Mexican Restaurant
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El Burrito
22$$

El Burrito

Mexican Restaurant
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Gordos
23$

Gordos

Ala Moana Area·Mexican Restaurant
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Honolulu Tacos
24$

Honolulu Tacos

Waikiki·Mexican Restaurant

Mexican fare in Waikiki. Honolulu Tacos is a well-loved spot and offers takeout.

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Mayita's Grill
25$$

Mayita's Grill

Ala Moana Area·Taco Restaurant
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Munch N Brunch Cafe – Breakfast & Iced Coffee in Waikiki
26$$

Munch N Brunch Cafe – Breakfast & Iced Coffee in Waikiki

Breakfast Restaurant
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Pueblo Mexican Food
27$$

Pueblo Mexican Food

Mexican Restaurant

Mexican fare in Ala Moana. Pueblo Mexican Food is a reliable choice and offers takeout.

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Tapas Kitchen
28$$

Tapas Kitchen

Waikiki·Mexican Restaurant

Mexican fare in Waikiki. Tapas Kitchen is a well-loved spot and offers takeout.

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Whether you're after a quick taco from a budget-friendly counter like Aloha Tortilla Factory & Cafe in Downtown Honolulu, a family-style plate at Los Chaparros Mexican Restaurant in Moiliili, or a breezy rooftop experience at Búho Cocina y Cantina in Waikiki — this list covers the range. Every type of craving and budget is represented.

Spots that our editors have personally visited and verified carry the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page — look for that marker as you browse to know which recommendations come with his first-hand seal of approval.

FAQ

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What is the best Mexican restaurant in Honolulu?

Alejandro's Mexican Food tops this curated list, known as a small hideaway serving tacos, burritos, and rice bowls in a no-frills counter-serve setting. Búho Cocina y Cantina is another standout for those wanting a more elevated rooftop dining experience with locally sourced Mexican eats.

Where can I find affordable Mexican food in Honolulu?

For budget-friendly options, Aloha Tortilla Factory & Cafe in Downtown Honolulu and Sabrozon Mexican Food Truck in Kakaʻako are both well-regarded for serving Mexican fare at wallet-friendly prices.

How is this list of Mexican restaurants in Honolulu put together, and is it updated?

This is a curated BEST guide that draws from our editors' verified personal picks alongside the highest-rated Mexican restaurants on NateEatsHawaii across Honolulu's 28 qualifying spots. The list is reviewed and refreshed regularly to reflect the current dining scene.

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