The Top 5 Mexican Restaurants — as voted on by Experience AZ readers:
Aunt Chilada’s
7330 N. Dreamy Draw Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85020
602-944-1286
auntchiladas.com
Nestled in the shadow of Squaw Peak Mountain, Aunt Chilada’s is truly an historic landmark with a personality all its own. Constructed in the 1890’s from desert stone and railroad ties, the original building served as a supply depot and general store for the mercury miners passing through the Dreamy Draw.
Barrio Cafe
2814 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ 85006
602-636-0240
barriocafe.com
Established in 2002 by partners Wendy Gruber and chef Silvana Salcido Esparza, Barrio was a dream come true for the duo — a little neighborhood eatery providing authentic southern Mexico cuisine and chef’s original creations in a unpretentious atmosphere. Mission accomplished! The Barrio Cafe has been hailed as one of the hottest and original restaurants to hit Phoenix.
Manuel’s
Locations throughout the Phoenix area
602-957-7540
manuelsaz.com
Manuel’s mexican food restaurants were established in 1964 by Manuel and Alice Salazar to serve the finest food to their community. Manuel’s is still run by members of the Salazar family and the food is prepared from scratch daily.
La Hacienda
7575 E. Princess Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85255
480-585-4848
fairmont.com
Richard Sandoval brings the vibrant flavors and ingredients of Mexico into the culinary spotlight, combining the bold taste of classic Mexican cuisine with timeless European cooking techniques.
Los Dos Molinos
8684 S. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85210
602-243-9113
losdosmolinosaz.com
Dig in to hot Mexican fare such as stacked enchiladas, tacos, burros and flautas at this casual eatery. The prices at Los Dos Molinos are reasonable and the food — a specialty is the adovada ribs — is amazing.
