3 Best Mexican Restaurants in Louisville, KY

Expert-recommended Top 3 Mexican Restaurants in Louisville, Kentucky. 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!

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GUACAMOLE MODERN MEXICAN

900 East Market Street,
Louisville, KY 40206 Directions

Since 2022

Specialty:

Tacos Al Pastor Tacos Al Carbón Suadero Tacos Chicken Tinga Tacos Carnitas Carne Asada Tamal Oaxaqueño Burrito Al Carbon Spicy Chicken Enchiladas Enfrijoladas Bistec Con Camote Tlayuda La Catrina Salad Pepita Goat Cheese Salad Caesar Salad Pozole Pollo Mole Negro Cochinita a La Leña Lamb Coloradito Enchiladas Enmoladas Baja Fish Tacos Salmon Pibil Camerones Campechanos Pescado Al Horno Enchiladas Suizas Grilled Mahi-Mahi Tacos

"Guacamole Modern Mexican is an authentic Mexican restaurant located in the re-imagined NuLu District of downtown Louisville. The restaurant is part of the OLE Hospitality Group. The atmosphere is filled with bright and bold colors and masterful works of art that create a unique vibe. The Tulum room transports you to the Caribbean coastline of the Yucatan Peninsula, where you can swing from basket chairs with an open-air breeze. All dishes and drinks at Guacamole are prepared with respect for Mexican tradition and shaped by their modern vision. Guacamole Modern Mexican offers flavors from all over Mexico, featuring influences from Oaxaca, Puebla, the Riviera Maya, Tulum, and the Yucatán Peninsula. At Guacamole, they offer extraordinary food, high-quality drinks, and unforgettable service.

2026 Update: Guacamole Modern Mexican's drink menu features hand-crafted cocktails, superb margaritas, and some of the best mezcals and tequilas available. Ayed B is the Manager of the restaurant, who believes success is built on teamwork, communication, and a shared commitment to excellence. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and provides vegetarian options for its customers. They offer free Wi-Fi, catering, and have a television to have a memorable dining experience."

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Price:

Appetizers
Queso Fundido $14.00
Short Rib Nachos $18.00
Chicken Tinga Nachos $18.00
Chorizo Nachos $18.00
Cochinita Nachos $18.00
Veggie Nachos $18.00
Esquite $16.00
Flautas De Pato $17.00
Tah-Ketos $17.00
Cheese Dip $11.00
La Catrina $17.00
Pepita Goat Cheese $17.00
CéSar Salad $14.00
Tacos
Al Pastor Tacos $26.00
Carbon Tacos $31.00
Suadero Tacos $26.00
Chicken Tinga Tacos $23.00
Vegeterian Tacos $23.00
Baja Fish Tacos $27.00
Grilled Mahi-Mahi Tacos $28.00
Birria Tacos $27.00
Mexican Specials
Carnitas $25.00
Carne Asada $32.00
Tamal Oaxaqueno $25.00
Burrito Al Carbon $30.00
Spicy Chicken Enchiladas $25.00
Enfrijoladas $26.00
Bistec Con Comote $45.00
Tlayuda Asada $25.00
Tlayuda Chorizo $25.00
Tlayuda Cochinita $25.00
Tlayuda Tinga $25.00
Tlayuda Vegetariana $25.00
Enchiladas Vegetarianas $24.00

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Contact:

(502) 212-8225

Mon-Thu: 5pm - 9pm
Fri: 12pm - 2:30pm| 5pm - 10pm
Sat: 12pm - 2:30pm| 4pm - 10pm
Sun: 12pm - 2:30pm| 4pm - 8.30pm

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BANDIDO TAQUERIA MEXICANA

423 University Boulevard,
Louisville, KY 40217 Directions

Since 2016

Specialty:

The Cardinal/Wildcat Burrito Surf and Turf Burrito California Burrito Bandido Burrito Nacho Burrito Buffalo Chicken Burrito Diablo Shrimp Burrito Chile Relleno Burrito Carne Asada Burrito Pollo Asada Burrito Carnitas Burrito Pollo Asado Soft Taco Carnitas Soft Taco Baja Fish Soft Taco Maui Wowie Soft Taco Birria Quesadilla Birria Ramen Birria QuesaTacos Takis Elote Doritos Elote

"Bandido Taqueria Mexicana is a family-owned and operated restaurant that has offered a Mexican menu to generations of guests for four decades. Three generations later, the restaurant continues to operate with two locations in Louisville, Kentucky. They pride themselves on preparing ingredients from scratch daily using locally sourced produce, authentic recipes, and spices. Bandido Taqueria Mexicana offers a wide range of menu items, including burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and brunch dishes inspired by the flavors of authentic Mexican fast food from San Diego, California.

2026 Update: Bandido Taqueria Mexicana offers delivery and take-out, features vegan and limited vegetarian options, is wheelchair accessible, and accepts credit cards. Guests can enjoy outdoor seating in a moderate-noise environment, and the restaurant offers catering, making it suitable for groups and families with children. They serve brunch, lunch, and dinner, provide private lot parking, allow dogs, and include TVs for guest enjoyment."

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Price:

Signature Burritos:
The Cardinal Burrito $15.50
Surf & Turf Burrito $14.80
California Burrito $13.20
Bandido Burrito $14.80
Nacho Burrito $13.80
Buffalo Chicken Burrito $12.50
Diablo Shrimp Burrito $12.50
Chile Relleno Burrito $12.50
Quesadillas:
Carne Asada $14.10
Pollo Asado $13.10
Carnitas $13.10
Cheese $9.25
Diablo Shrimp $14.50
Tacos Soft Tacos:
Carne Asada $5.50
Pollo Asada $5.25
Carnitas $5.25
Baja Fish $4.75
Maui Wowie $3.50
Hard Tacos & Rolled:
Shredded Beef Hard Taco $5.25
3 Beef Rolled Tacos $7.99
5 Beef Rolled Tacos $9.99
5 Supper Rolled Tacos $11.50
Tijuana Style Street Tacos:
3 Carne Asada $10.99
3 Pollo Asada $10.99
3 Carnitas $10.99
3 Maui Wowie $10.99
Add Rice & Beans +$2.75
Nachos:
Bandido Super Nachos $15.75

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Contact:

(502) 996-7788

Mon-Sun: 8am - 12am

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CHUY'S LOUISVILLE

104 Oxmoor Court,
Louisville, KY 40222 Directions

Since 2010

Specialty:

Queso Quesadillas Guacamole Appetizer Plate Panchos Creamy Jalapeño Tortilla Soup Mexi-Cobb Salad Taco Salad Beef Fajitas Chicken Fajitas Combo Fajitas Bean and Cheese Burrito Seasoned Ground Beef Burrito Roasted Chicken Burrito Fajita Chicken Burrito Fajita Beef Burrito Tex-Mex Burrito Bowl Soft Tacos Crispy Tacos Tacos Al Carbon Baja Shrimp Tacos the King’s Memorial Combo Chuychanga Taco and Enchilada Combo Comida Deluxe Steak Burrito Green Chile Relleno Combo Green Chile Fried Chicken Chicken Flautas Chile Relleno Plate

2026 Update: Chuy's Louisville is an authentic Tex-Mex restaurant known for its made-from-scratch “big as yo’ face” burritos, fresh-squeezed lime juice margaritas, and fun, eclectic atmosphere. Mike Young and John Zapp are the founders of the restaurant, whose vision to bring fresh Tex-Mex and commitment to quality food remain at the core of everything they do today. Chuy's Louisville's fajita marinade is an old South Texas family recipe that has been used at some "infamous" South Padre Island beach parties. They believe that being part of a community means building real connections, strong partnerships, and supporting what matters most in customers' backyards. This casual dining restaurant provides delivery and take-out services, accepts reservations, and offers a variety of vegan and vegetarian options. They accept payment methods including Apple Pay and all major credit cards, and guests can enjoy outdoor seating in a moderately noisy environment. Catering services are available, and the venue is well-suited for groups and families with children and is ideal for lunch and dinner occasions, with parking options including a private lot and validated parking. Chuy's Louisville offers professional waiter service, and complimentary Wi-Fi is provided. The restaurant features happy hour specials, gift cards, a full bar, and televisions for guest enjoyment.

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Price:

Enchiladas:
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom $17.50
Deluxe Chicken $15.38
Veggie Enchiladas $14.10
Tex Mex Enchiladas $15.38
Tacos:
Soft Tacos With Choice Of Chicken Beef Or Guacamole $13
Crispy Tacos $13.14
Tacos Al Carbon $14
Baja Shrimp Tacos $15.16
Appetizers:
Queso $10.27
Queso With Seasoned Ground Beef Guacamole & Pico De Gallo $12.39
Guacamole $9.74
Panchos With Fajita Chicken Or Beef $15.15
Panchos (Beans & Cheese) $13.56
Quesadillas Cheese $12.71
Quesadillas Fajita Chicken $14.30
Quesadillas Fajita Beef $15.36
Macho Nachos $16.95
Appetizer Plate $15.89
Soups & Salads:
Tortilla Soup (Cup) $7.94
Tortilla Soup (Bowl) $12.18
Mexi Cobb Salad Fajita Chicken $14.62
Mexi Cobb Salad Fajita Beef $14.62
Taco Salad Fajita Chicken $14.09
Taco Salad Fajita Beef $14.09

Discount:

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Contact:

(502) 327-3033

Sun-Thu: 11am - 10pm
Fri-Sat: 11am - 11pm

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