Mexican fare ranks second among Americans' favorite global cuisines, according to . Mexican flavors and ingredients have permeated all corners of American cuisine, infusing vibrant and varied tastes into Americans' daily diet. But while tacos and enchiladas may seem commonplace in America now, that wasn't always the case.
To be sure, Americans have been influenced by the flavors of our neighbor to the south for hundreds of years. But it wasn't until refugees from southern and central Mexico brought their culinary traditions north to the U.S. that dishes like tacos found their way into the mainstream. An increasingly global culture (and a growing number of Mexican fast-food mainstays and high-end restaurants) have cemented Mexican food's beloved role in U.S. cuisine. Which begs the question: Where does one go for the best Mexican food in Abilene?
To find out, turned to to compile a list of the highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Abilene. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.
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#22. Mary's Mexican Restaurant
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (12 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: not available
- Price: not available
- Address: 602 S Treadaway Blvd, Abilene, TX 79602-1755
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#21. El Pulgarcito de America Restaurant
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (26 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 2502 S 7th St, Abilene, TX 79605-3043
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#20. Tamollys Mexican Restaurant
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (76 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.0/5), Atmosphere (2.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4400 Ridgemont Dr, Abilene, TX 79606-2716
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#19. Monterrey Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (17 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (2.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 3310 N 10th St, Abilene, TX 79603-4740
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#18. Los Arcos Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (36 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1902 Ambler Ave This place reopened in February 2017, Abilene, TX 79603-3653
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#17. Alfredo's Mexican Food
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (27 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 2849 S 14th St, Abilene, TX 79605-5140
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#16. Armando's Mexican Food
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (18 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 2549 S 1st St, Abilene, TX 79605-1928
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#15. La Popular Bakery and Burrito Stop
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (22 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 3001 S Treadaway Blvd, Abilene, TX 79602-6729
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#14. Don Luis Cafe
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (53 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3370 N 1st St, Abilene, TX 79603-7035
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#12. The Local
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (19 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 250 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601-5819
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#11. Fuzzy's Taco Shop - Abilene
- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (104 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3351 Turner Plz Suite 100, Abilene, TX 79606-2753
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#10. Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (53 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1026 N. Judge Ely Blvd., Abilene, TX 79601
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#9. Farolito Mexican Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (27 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 209 Cottonwood St, Abilene, TX 79601-5329
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#8. La Popular Bakery & Cafe
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (59 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1533 Pine St, Abilene, TX 79601-3004
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#7. Mi Ranchito
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (16 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: not available
- Price: $
- Address: 102 Ambler Ave, Abilene, TX 79601-2549
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#6. El Chico Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (56 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4310 Buffalo Gap Rd, Abilene, TX 79606
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#5. Casa Herrera
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (94 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4109 Ridgemont Dr, Abilene, TX 79606-2735
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#4. Oscar's Mexican Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (68 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1665 State Highway 351, Abilene, TX 79601-4745
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#3. Miguel's Mex Tex Cafe
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#2. Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (100 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 3333 Catclaw Dr, Abilene, TX 79606-8247
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#1. Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (414 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4782 South 14th Street, Abilene, TX 79605
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