The Most Essential Mexican Restaurants in Philly

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Traditional tacos and tamales are just the start — you can get anything from Italian-inspired chilaquiles to quesabirria ramen here

From traditional favorites like carne asada and tacos al pastor to new and exciting mash-ups like quesabirria ramen, Philadelphia has a wealth of phenomenal Mexican food spanning regions and flavors. A recent wave of exciting newcomers has only added to the city’s already strong selection. Here are Philly’s best Mexican restaurants, whether you’re celebrating Cinco de Mayo or grabbing dinner on a random Taco Tuesday. (Speaking of which, Philly has some amazing taco specialists, too.)

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  • September 19, 2023
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