7 Restaurants in the Metro That Serve Mexican Food

Mexican cuisine is a colorful cuisine characterized by a plethora of flavors. Nachos, tacos, and quesadilla are just some of the all-time favorites when one thinks of Mexican dishes. In Manila, you’ll find a couple of good restaurants serving these Mexican staples, but only a few offer more.

If you want to sample more of this bold and bright cuisine, we’ve listed some restaurants that serve Mexican fusion dishes for you to try out:

Cobalabamba

Cobalabamba is the place to get your late night beer and taco fix. It offers flavors with various twists to match the Filipino palate such as the Crispy Fish Taco made of battered fish, pickled cucumber & onion. You can pair it off with their selection of cocktails and beers!

Address: G/F Venice Piazza, Mckinley Hill, Taguig City
Contact number: 7015905
Facebook: facebook.com/cobalabamba
Instagram: cobalabamba

Also read: Cobalabamba in Mckinley Hill: For Your Late Night Mexican Cravings

Hacienda Comida Y Cocteles

Hacienda Comida y Cocteles (Hacienda Food & Cocktails) gives you a real sense of the Mexican vibe, serving classic favorites prepared with only the freshest ingredients.

Take for example their Stake or Plato de carne asada that will satisfy your hunger with its incredibly tender hanger steak. It is seasoned, marinated, and pan-fried to your liking, served with rice, vegetable mushrooms, and refried beans.

Address: Unit F121 Forbes Town Road, Forbes Wood Heights Retail, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
Contact number: 02-625-4727
Facebook: facebook.com/HaciendaManila
Instagram: haciendamnl

Also read: Hacienda Comida Y Cocteles in BGC Promises Authentic Mexican Comfort Food

Vatos Urban Tacos

What happens when Korean and Mexican flavors collide? You get unique flavors with a kick of spice that perfectly goes with their wide array of drinks such as the famous Vato’s Ritas, a large cocktail that has a bottled liquor placed upside down. Aside from their drinks, try their Honey Tequila Chicken Wings with a sweet and spicy honey tequila sauce.

Address: Net Park Building, 5th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Contact number: (02) 459 7009
Facebook: facebook.com/vatosph
Instagram: vatosphilippines

Also read: Vatos Urban Tacos in BGC: Experience the flavors of Ko-Mex Food

Encima Roofdeck

Despite its unique location on the top floor, anyone strolling along Poblacion will not miss Encima Roofdeck Restaurant from the murals plastered at the entrance of City Garden Hotel. They serve Tex-Mex cuisine, mostly characterized by Mexican staple foods with milder substitutes replacing traditional ingredients.

One perfect dish to represent it is their Chili Pork Ribs, a dry-rubbed pork rib served with Chipotle BBQ. It starts with a sweet and sour taste before getting spicier after every bite.

Address: 7870 Makati Ave. corner Durban St., SP Floor of City Garden Hotel, Makati
Contact number: (02) 835 3554
Facebook: facebook.com/EncimaRoofdeckRestaurant

Also read: Encima Roofdeck Restaurant in Poblacion: Satisfy Your Tex-Mex Cravings

Yuca

Yuca is a Latin American-inspired restaurant with a touch of Filipino culture. It serves everyone’s favorite tacos and nachos as well as croquetas.

Cheese lovers will find solace in another rendition of Yuca, the Cheesy Fugazetta, an Argentinian-style pizza recreated with two layers of Yuca’s purple yam tortilla and topped with loads of cheese, chili con carne, chicken chorizo, and basil.

Address: G/F, Venice Grand Canal Mall, Taguig City
Contact number: 0966 965 2377
Facebook: facebook.com/YucaPH
Instagram: yucaph

Also read: Yuca in Venice Grand Canal Mall Brings People Closer to Latin American Cuisine

CHINO MNL

Tuna Tataki with Salsa Veracruz and Avocado Puree

What makes CHINO unique is that it’s a Mexican style restaurant inspired by Japanese ingredients and cooking techniques. If you’re feeling quite adventurous, one signature dish to try is the Tuna Tataki with Salsa Veracruz and Avocado Puree.

Address: G/F One Bonifacio High, 28th Street, Taguig, Manila
Contact number: 0917 142 0588
Facebook: facebook.com/CHINOMNL
Instagram: chinomnl

Also read: CHINO MNL in One Bonifacio High: Your Mexican Restaurant with Japanese and Filipino Twist

Lagrima

Lagrima is your neighborhood hole-in-the-wall taqueria in Makati serving authentic Oaxaca-style Mexican dishes such as nachos, tacos, and burritos. One you should definitely try is their Super Nachos filled with avocados and meat.

By using fresh ingredients, and flavorful smoky meat, you are sure to enjoy what Lagrima offers. Their plates can be perfectly paired with Horchata, a Mexican beverage composed of almonds, sesame seeds, barley, and rice.

Address: G/F BSA Mansion, Benavides St., Legazpi Village, Makati
Contact number: 0917 852 4705
Facebook: facebook.com/lagrimanila
Instagram: lagrimanila

Also read: Lagrima in Legazpi Village, Makati: Your Neighborhood Taqueria

So, what’s your next stop for your Mexican cravings? Let us know in the comments below!