While a southern city in the heart of the Carolinas, Charlotte's Mexican Restaurant choices are quite abundant. Here is a sampling of some of the best cuisine from south of the border that the Queen City has to offer.
Cabo Fish Taco Baja Seagrill
Cabo Fish Taco Baja Seagrill
3201 N. Davidson St.
Charlotte, NC 28205
704-332-8868
Cantina 1511
With two locations, Frank Scibelli has a gem with Cantina 1511. The tableside-made guacamole is a must-have and the house margaritas are perfect for celebrating Cinco de Mayo. Whether you're business-lunching, going out with friends, enjoying a romantic date or taking the family to Sunday brunch, Cantina 1511 covers all the bases with its modern spin on traditional Mexican fare.Dilworth Location
1511 East Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28203
704-331-9222
South Charlotte Location
7708 Rea Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28277
704-752-9797
La Paz
Located in Charlotte's hip South End, La Paz has a delectable menu with crowd favorites like the King Crab Enchiladas and no less than ten varieties of quesadillas including a Texas BBQ Quesadilla and the California Quesadilla which features fresh spinach, black beans and pico de gallo on a pesto tortilla.1910 South Blvd. Ste. 100
Charlotte, NC 28203
704-372-4168
Senor Tequila Cantina Grill
Tucked inside the South Charlotte strip mall that is home to Trader Joe's sits Senor Tequila Cantina Grill. With only a dozen or so tables inside and a handful more outside, getting a spot on a weekend evening can be challenging, but it's well worth it. This hideaway boast some of the most authentic Mexican flavors in town and a friendly wait staff to boot.6414 Rea Rd
Charlotte, NC 28277
704-543-0706
Maria Bonita's Cantina & Grill
Maria Bonita's is a favorite of mine as both an eatery and a place to have a margarita and split some queso dip with friends. While the Enchiladas Suizas are my personal favorite, I'm also a fan of their skirt steak and Arroz con Pollo.7741 Colony Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28226
704-542-6165
Zapata's Mexican Restaurant
Zapata's has three Charlotte area locations and a menu that will delight anyone. With Mexican favorites like street tacos and tostadas to vegetarian fare to fajitas, Zapata's has it covered. And don't forget, kids eat free on Sunday nights.Lake Norman Location
19905 NC Hwy. 73
West Catawba Ave., Suite 102
Cornelius, NC 28031
704-987-8890
Ballantyne Location
15105 John J Delaney Dr., # B
Charlotte, NC 28277
704-752-6869
University Location
8927 J.M. Keynes Drive, Suite 900
Charlotte, NC 28262
704-503-1979
