3 Best Mexican Restaurants in Durham, NC

Expert-recommended Top 3 Mexican Restaurants in Durham, North Carolina. All of our mexican restaurants actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

6+ YEARS IN TBR
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NUVOTACO

2512 University Drive,
Durham, NC 27707 Directions

Since 2011

Specialities:

Burrito Bowl Cheese Quesadilla Torta Pupusa Black Bean and Chicken Mole Verde Chicken and Pork Verde Tamales Burrito Beef Tacos Nachos Assembled Nachos Separated Taquitos C.B.D. Burrito Chicken Empanadas Chimichanga Chile Relleno Fried Shrimp Fried Fish Grilled Fish Beef Barbacoa Habanero Salsa Garlic Beef Grilled Veggies Pork Butt

"NuvoTaco is dedicated to providing its delicious Mexican cuisine at reasonable prices. The restaurant has a bright, cheery counter-serve spot known for its sophisticated takes on Mexican comfort classics. They serve a wide variety of specialty meats for endless menu options. Their impressive menu will leave customers full and satisfied. They provide a C.B.D. burrito that comes with chorizo, beef, duck, pork, pinto beans, pico de gallo, and melted queso, served with chips. NuvoTaco serves gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free choices on their menu. The restaurant also provides gift cards, catering services for all events, outdoor seating, and online orders.

2026 Highlights: NuvoTaco offers gift cards. They offer delivery, Vegan options, catering, and outdoor seating. Dine-in and takeout are available. The restaurant accepts credit cards. A wheelchair-accessible facility is available."

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Menu:

Mainstays & Specialties:
Tacos x3 $10.00
Tacos x2 $6.75
Nachos Assembled $13.50
Nachos Separated (Recommended For To Go) $13.50
Taquitos $11.50
Burrito $11.50
Burrito Bowl $11.50
Quesadilla $10.50
Cheese Quesadilla $6.00
Quesabirra W Beef Consommé $14.00
Torta $15.00
Chicken Empanadas (Gf) $11.50
KIDS:
Kids Taco $7.00
Cheese Quesadilla $7.00
Kids Quesadilla W Meat $7.75
Kids Cheese Burrito $7.00
Kids Meat And Cheese Burrito $7.75
Margaritas & More To-Go:
Lunazul Silver Margarita (16oz) $22.00
Lunazul Gold Margarita (16 oz) $24.00
Afterburn Margarita (16oz) $22.00
Mojito (16oz) $21.00
Cava $9.00
Rose Cava $9.00
Moonwater Fizzy Punch 10mg THC Seltzer $7.00
Mango Margarita (16 oz) $25.00
MARGARITA MIX:
Margarita Mix $14.75
Afterburn Mix (Spicy Margarita) $15.75

Contact:

(919) 489-8226 (919) 873-3033

Tue-Sat: 11am - 9pm
Sun: 11am - 8pm
Mon: Closed

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COSMIC CANTINA DURHAM

1920 Perry Street,
Durham, NC 27705 Directions

Since 1995

Specialities:

Giant Veggie Burrito Giant Chicken Burrito Deluxe Veggie Burrito Tofu Burrito Constance Chicken Burrito Vegan Chorizo Burrito Mini Deluxe Chicken Mini Vegan Chorizo Steak and Chicken Nachos Giant Steak Chimichanga Steak and Salsa Quesadilla Roasted Veggies Quesadilla Large Guacamole Roasted Veggies

"Cosmic Cantina Durham serves organic Mexican eats plus beer and margaritas in cozy digs for late-night dining. The restaurant provides the best food and freshest ingredients. Their extensive menu includes vegan chorizo burrito, mini deluxe chicken, mini vegan chorizo, constant chicken burrito, steak and chicken nachos, giant steak chimichanga, steak and salsa quesadilla, and more. They accept credit card payments. Their professional team provides catering orders for all events. Cosmic Cantina Durham offers outdoor seating and many vegetarian options for their customers. The restaurant also provides online ordering.

2026 Highlights: Cosmic Cantina Durham offers take-out and delivery. The restaurant allows dogs."

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License #0423496

Menu:

BURRITOS:
Deluxe Chicken Burrito $12.79
Green Burrito $10.34
Vegan Chorizo Burrito $10.34
Old School Steak Burrito $12.46
Old School Chicken Burrito $9.04
Old School Veggie Burrito $4.39
Regular Veggie Burrito $5.53
NACHOS:
Vegetarian Nachos $5.85
Chicken Nachos $9.71
Steak Nachos $12.48
Deluxe Veggie Nachos $9.18
Deluxe Chicken Nachos $13.23
Deluxe Steak Nachos $15.99
Steak And Chicken Nachos $17.47
CHIMICHANGAS:
Giant Vegetarian Chimichanga $14.59
Giant Chicken Chimichanga $21.14
Giant Steak Chimichanga $24.56
Vegetarian Chimichanga $7.28
Chicken Chimichanga $10.32
QUESADILLAS:
Cheese Quesadilla $3.77
Chicken Quesadilla $8.72
Steak Quesadilla $11.74
Cheese And Salsa Quesadilla $4.51
Chicken And Salsa Quesadilla $9.48
Steak And Salsa Quesadilla $12.34

Contact:

(919) 286-1875

Mon-Sun: 11am - 4am

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9+ YEARS IN TBR
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MEZ CONTEMPORARY MEXICAN

5410 Page Road,
Durham, NC 27703 Directions

Since 2008

Specialities:

Spinach Tinga and Chicken Suizas Enchiladas Mez Corn Soup Queso Flameado Quesadilla New York Strip Steak Fajita Mez Burrito Salsa Trio Mini Chimichangas Taco Uno Vegetable Steak Chicken Tinga and Baja Fish Tacos Guacamole Verde Chicken Tamale Chori Pollo Tacos Mez Burrito With Chicken Tinga Quesadilla With Chicken Tinga

"Mez Contemporary Mexican is a locally owned and operated restaurant that offers Mexican food and a wide array of tequilas in a refined contemporary setting. The restaurant menu features traditional Mexican foods with a modern, healthy twist and uses locally grown organic products whenever possible. Their daily meals and drink specials reflect the changing seasons and the skills of their professional staff. The restaurant chef uses fresh and local ingredients, unlocking traditional Mexican dishes and elevating them with a modern sensibility. They provide private and semi-private dining facilities. Mez Contemporary Mexican also offers gift cards, reservations, and online ordering.

2026 Highlights: Mez Contemporary Mexican offers delivery, take-out, Vegan options, Outdoor seating, and catering. They accept credit cards."

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Menu:

Tacos:
Baja Fish Tacos $23.75
Gringo Tacos $21.25
Steak Tacos $23.75
Tinga Tacos $22.50
Al Pastor Tacos $22.50
Vegetable Tacos $21.25
Appetizers:
Mez Corn Soup (Bowl) $11.25
Mez Corn Soup (Cup) $8.75
Salads:
Southwest Taco Salad $16.25
Grilled Avocado Salad $16.25
Verde Salad (Small) $10.00
Verde Salad (Large) $13.75
MOST ORDERED:
Southwest Taco Salad $16.25
Maduros $7.50
Baja Fish Tacos $23.75
Mez Corn Soup (Bowl) $11.25
Queso Flameado $12.50
Tres Leches Cake $11.25
Quesadilla With Grilled Chicken $20.00
Mez Burrito With Chicken Tinga $20.00
Elote Esquite $8.75
Quesadilla With Chicken Tinga $20.00

Contact:

(919) 941-1630 (919) 962-1262

Mon-Fri: 11am - 9pm
Sat: 5pm - 9pm
Sun: Closed

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