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!

Mez Contemporary Mexican - Durham, NC Mexican Restaurants
Mez Contemporary Mexican - Durham, NC Mexican Restaurants
Mez Contemporary Mexican - Durham, NC Mexican Restaurants
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MEZ CONTEMPORARY MEXICAN

5410 Page Road,
Durham, NC 27703 Directions

Since 2008

Specialty:

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

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.

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ESPECIALES DE MEXICO
Vegetable Tacos $17
Steak Tacos $19
Chicken Tinga Tacos $17
Baja Fish Tacos $19
SPECIALS
Shrimp & Grits $16
Birria Tamales $16
Mexican Chocolate Tart $9
ANTOJITOS
Mez Corn Soup $7
Salsa Trio $8
Mez Guacamole $12
Queso Flameado $10
KIDS MENU
Chicken or Cheese Quesadilla $6.95
Grilled or Fried Chicken Fingers $6.95
Chicken or Steak Taco $6.95
PLATOS FUERTES
Mez Ribeye $38.00
Scallop $29.00
Blackened NC Mahi Bowl $24.00
Mez Ultimate Burrito $18.00
Mez Burrito $13.00

Contact:

(919) 941-1630

Mon-Fri: 11:30am - 8:30pm
Sat: 5pm - 8:30pm
Sun: Closed

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COSMIC CANTINA DURHAM

1920 Perry Street,
Durham, NC 27705 Directions

Since 1995

Specialty:

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.

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Price:

MINI BURRITOS
Mini Vegan Chorizo $7.36
Mini Garden $4.22
Mini Constance Steak $6.69
Mini Constance Chicken $5.54
Mini Constance Veggie $3.50
Mini Tofu $4.65
NACHOS
Vegetarian Nachos $5.85
Chicken Nachos $9.71
Steak Nachos $12.48
CHIMICHANGAS
Giant Steak Chimichanga $24.56
Steak Chimichanga $13.92
Vegetarian Chimichanga $7.28
Chicken Chimichanga $10.32
SALADS
Chicken Salad $10.51
Vegetarian Salad $6.69
Steak Salad $13.35
QUESADILLAS
Cheese Quesadilla $3.77
Chicken Quesadilla $8.72
Veggie Quesadilla $6.16
Steak Quesadilla $11.74

Contact:

(919) 286-1875

Mon-Sun: 11am - 4am

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NUVOTACO

2512 University Drive,
Durham, NC 27707 Directions

Since 2011

Specialty:

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 Chmichanga Chile Relleno

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.

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MAINSTAYS AND SPECIALTIES
Taco Sx3 $9.00
Tac Ox2 $6.00
Nachos Assembled $12.25
Nachos Separated $12.25
Taquitos $11.00
C.B.D. Burrito $15.00
Burrito $10.00
Burrito Bowl $10.00
Quesadilla $9.00
Cheese Quesadilla $5.50
Torta $14.50
Pupusa $9.00
Black Bean Mole Tamales $22.50
Chicken Mole Tamales $25.50
Verde Chicken Tamales $22.50
Pork Verde Tamales $22.50
Chicken Empanadas $11.50
Chmichanga $14.00
Chile Relleno $16.00
Quesadilla Beef $16.00
Burrito Beef $16.00
MIXED GREENS
Nuvo Tuna Bowl $16.00
Nuvo Bowl $13.00
KIDS
Kids Taco $6.25
Cheese Quesadilla $6.25
Kids Quesadilla W/ Meat $7.25
Kids Cheese Burrito $6.25
INDIES
Side Cheddar $0.50
Side Aioli $1.25
Side Mango Salsa $1.50
Side Spicy Sauteed Onions $3.50
Chorizo Fondito with Chips $10.50

Contact:

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

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

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