Known as the “Rose Capital of America,” Tyler, Texas also has several Mexican restaurants that you can enjoy while visiting this beautiful city. Mexican restaurants in this city can range from traditional Mexican fare to establishments that provide unorthodox items such as a summer salmon salad. As this is still Texas, many of these establishments serve dishes that are primarily Tex-Mex. Establishments also range from large chains with hundreds of locations nationally to small eateries and pop-up restaurants. Tyler’s Mexican restaurants appeal to a wide range of people. Any kind of person will find the right Mexican restaurant for them to eat. Let’s check out the best Mexican restaurants in Tyler, Texas.
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1. Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant
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Voted America’s #1 Mexican restaurant by Consumer Reports, Abuelo’s provides an authentic taste combined with family-style dining. Their dishes are influenced by both the coastal and interior regions of Mexico. The atmosphere at Abuelo’s is meant to resemble an open-air Mexican courtyard. Its walls contain murals influenced by Mexican culture. All the food is made from scratch and inspired directly by head chef Luis Sanchez’s family dishes.
Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant
Address: 8926 S. Broadway Ave., Ste. 129 Tyler, TX 75703
Website: Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 11pm
2. Mama Olivo Mexican Restaurant
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If you’re more interested in a mom and pop chain, check out Mama Olivo. They are a local Mexican restaurant that started off as Taqueria y Tortilleria Martinez. They also provide tortillas for events like birthday parties or social functions. Each of their original entrees includes rice and beans on the side. Guests can also order corn tortilla tacos, flour tortilla tacos, corn gorditas, and enchiladas.
Mama Olivo Mexican Restaurant
Address: 903 East Erwin Street Tyler, TX 75702
Website: Mama Olivo Mexican Restaurant
Opening hours: Mon: 11am - 2:30pm; Tue - Fri: 10am - 8:30pm; Sat: 7am - 8:30pm; Sun: 7am - 4pm
3. Torchy's Tacos
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Originating in Austin, Torchy’s is a fun, upscale taco place that provides both barbecue and Tex-Mex ingredients. This is a place you should go to if you’re looking for something more unconventional. Torchy’s prides themselves on having both quality ingredients and a commitment to environmental sustainability. They note that napkins, cups, and cutlery were made from 100% renewable resources. Torchy’s even mentions that their used cooking oil is converted into car fuel.
Torchy's Tacos
Address: 903 East Erwin Street Tyler, TX 75702
Website: Torchy’s Tacos
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 7am - 10pm; Fri: 7am - 11pm; Sat: 8am - 11pm; Sun: 8am - 10pm
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4. Don Juan Mexican Restaurant
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Don Juan is a great casual Mexican restaurant that’s known for its margaritas and Dollar tacos on Wednesday. Popular dishes include the super quesadilla, sopes or picaditas, tacos, and cheese enchiladas.
Don Juan Mexican Restaurant
Address: 1313 E. Erwin Tyler, TX, 75702
Website: Don Juan Mexican Restaurant
Opening hours: 11am - 10pm (daily)
5. Mercado's
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Mercado’s is the flagship restaurant of the Posado’s chain, which has several locations throughout Texas and Louisiana. They’ve been in business for over 30 years. Mercado’s provides a full-service family-oriented atmosphere.
Mercado's
Address: 3040 W Gentry Pkwy Tyler, TX 75602
Website: Mercado’s
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 9:30pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 10:30pm
6. Charritos Mexican Restaurant
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If you’re looking for live entertainment to compliment your dining experience, check out 3 Charritos. On weekends, there are different options to choose from. Friday night is karaoke night, Saturday is dance night, and on Sunday night guests can enjoy the performance of a live band. They are also known for their parrillada charritos. This meat-heavy dish includes beef, chicken, shrimp, short ribs, beef gizzards, and sausages.
3 Charritos Mexican Restaurant
Address: 2412 W Erwin St Tyler, TX 75702
Website: 3 Charritos Mexican Restaurant
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 10am - 10pm; Fri: 10am - 12am; Sat: 10am - 1am; Sun: 10am - 10pm
7. Fuzzy's Taco Shop
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If you’re looking for a fun atmosphere that includes frozen drinks, check out Fuzzy’s. The original Fuzzy’s, located in Fort Worth, TX, began as a vision for a “taco heaven” that would serve frosty drinks, have good vibes, and be a place no one would want to leave. There are over 100 locations throughout the country now, including one in Tyler. It is also a place where you can bring along your dog. This makes it a place worth checking out if you have brought your furry friend with you.
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
Address: 1871 Troup Hwy, Tyler, TX 75701
Website: Fuzzy’s Taco Shop
Opening hours: Mon - Wed: 7am - 10pm; Thu - Sat: 7am - 12am; Sun: 7am - 10pm
8. Papacita's Mexican Restaurant
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If you’re looking for a mom and pop restaurant to support, Papacita’s is a great one to choose. They are one of Tyler’s original Tex-Mex establishments. It was started in 1968 by founder Ted Hudson. Now run by his daughter Lynn and her husband Roger, the place prides itself in maintaining the same quality they have had for over 50 years. Popular menu items include sizzling fajitas, shrimp fajitas, carne asada, tacos al carbon, and chimichangas.
Papacita's Mexican Restaurant
Address: 6704 South Broadway Avenue, Tyler, TX 75703
Website: Papacita’s Mexican Restaurant
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 10pm
9. El Mejicano Authentic Mexican Buffet
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If you’re craving a buffet, check out El Mejicano Authentic Mexican Buffet. It provides great authentic Mexican food while enabling you to eat all you can of it. The food is actually closer to Northern Mexican food rather than Tex-Mex, making this place unique among the other restaurants mentioned. If you’re feeling very hungry for Mexican food, and want to eat as much as you can, visit El Mejicano Authentic Mexican Buffet.
El Mejicano Authentic Mexican Buffet
Address: 678 West Southwest Loop 323 Tyler, TX 75701
Website: El Mejicano Authentic Mexican Buffet
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 10pm
10. The Jalapeno Tree
Branding themselves as having a passion for “crazy good Mexican food,” The Jalapeno Tree does just that. They strive to create a family-friendly environment with an emphasis on fresh, quality ingredients and exceptional service. They provide unique dishes such as the Summer Salmon Salad that includes fresh watermelon, oranges, and pineapples. The Jalapeno Tree also includes unique sides such as squash and zucchini, tortilla soup, and Key West veggies. If you are craving Mexican food, but want something a little different, check out the Jalapeno Tree.
The Jalapeno Tree
Address: 420 WSW Loop 323 Tyler, TX 75701
Website: The Jalapeno Tree
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 11pm
There's a Mexican restaurant for everyone in Tyler
Tyler’s Mexican restaurants differentiate themselves through either the atmosphere or their dishes. A majority of these places are Tex-Mex, but you can find even more authentic Mexican cuisine or even something a little different. If you’re craving Mexican food during your stay in Tyler, please check out these options. You’ll find a place you’ll like.
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