Diners' Choice: Mexican restaurants in Inland Empire

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Mexican cuisine in Inland Empire? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Kalaveras - Rancho Cucamonga

4.7

4.7 (223)

$30 and under

Mexican

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

We're creating a new concept of modern rustic dining with a fusion of traditional and vanguard Mexican ingredients. Our food is chef-driven, using classic cooking techniques with fresher and healthier options.
We're elevating bold, authentic flavors and presenting a new way of eating. In the bar you'll find over 90 different tequilas and Mezcal spirits.

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Chris

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

We decided to have our company party at Kalaveras in Rancho Cucamonga, and everyone loved it! Great food, great drinks, fun atmosphere. Can’t wait to go back!

El Torito - Corona

4.6

4.6 (240)

$30 and under

Mexican

Corona

About the restaurant

The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

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Melissa

Dined 6 days ago

I have to say, my faith in this location has been restored! I reserved a table for our annual ladies ornament exchange. We were served by your waitress, Laura. She was very attentive, sweet, accurate and quick with our orders. I’m honestly impressed. She made us feel like we were the only table she was serving. Mind you, this was on a Sunday afternoon during brunch. Thank you so much Laura for your amazing customer service! Because of you we will certainly be back! And quite possibly for our 2025 exchange!

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Experience

Christmas

Kalaveras - San Bernardino

4.5

4.5 (102)

$30 and under

Mexican

San Bernardino

About the restaurant

We're creating a new concept of modern rustic dining with a fusion of traditional and vanguard Mexican ingredients. Our food is chef-driven, using classic cooking techniques with fresher and healthier options. We're elevating bold, authentic flavors and presenting a new way of eating. In the bar you'll find over 60 different tequilas and Mezcal spirits, as well as carefully crafted cocktails.

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TiffinieVIP

Dined on Nov 10, 2024

Great variety of food. Drinks are small for the price that is charged

Kalaveras - Riverside

4.3

4.3 (134)

$30 and under

Mexican

Riverside

About the restaurant

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Rajat

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing food and great experience. We had bunch of 10 yr olds as well with us. Some the music videos were not appropriate but they obliged and put on game for us. Drinks were amazing as well. I would highly recommend it.

AY MI PA - Riverside

4.5

4.5 (579)

$50 and over

Mexican

Riverside

About the restaurant

Ay Mi Pa! is a gastronomic adventure to the flavors of Tulum, nestled in the iconic city of Riverside. Created by Chef Mi Pa, a well recognized entrepreneur chef and founder of Fire Up Grill and Mr Taco, the restaurant and Mixology haus serves up discovery within every dish. Immersed in 4000 square feet of Tulum-inspired Mayan garden space, guests can taste our creative tequila cocktails, bold Mexican flavors in a great atmosphere.

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LaTreshea

Dined 7 days ago

Delicious food and great service! Will be returning soon.

Palenque Kitchen - Riverside

4.4

4.4 (400)

$30 and under

Mexican

Riverside

About the restaurant

Right in the midst of downtown Riverside, California, is Palenque Kitchen. It is said to have the best Mexican in downtown Riverside. The funky atmosphere features colored lighting, lounge areas and some Mexican art. The private dining area is also ideal to book your celebration or event. The hip and fun staff will help you choose from all the amazing dishes on offer.

Palenque Kitchen serves up authentic regional Mexican cuisine but with a modern twist. Start with one of handcrafted margaritas we offer or a beer if liquor is not your preference. Our Ceviche baja style is the perfect starter to share with the group. Fish tacos, carnitas and carne asada and El Patron our signature dish, are just feature some of the many amazing entree options. Top off your meal with our Palenque Cake or some authentic churros.

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Lillian

Dined 5 days ago

I made reservations for a family Christmas brunch. We were immediately greeted and sat by the hostess. Drinks were great. food was good and the place was fairly quiet so we were able to enjoy good conversation and our time together. Service was excellent. Will go back again.

El Torito - Riverside Plaza

4.4

4.4 (400)

$30 and under

Mexican

Riverside

About the restaurant

The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

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mitchVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great food and service! All the staff is hardworking and friendly people!

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Experience

Christmas

El Torito - San Bernardino

4.6

4.6 (177)

$30 and under

Mexican

San Bernardino

About the restaurant

The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

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Gayle

Dined on Nov 28, 2024

We absolutely love going to the buffet on Thanksgiving. The food is amazing and the staff is wonderful and welcoming. This is our fifth year going and it never disappoints.

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Experience

Christmas

Estrella Taqueria Lounge

4.1

4.1 (113)

$30 and under

Mexican

Riverside

About the restaurant

Estrella Taqueria Lounge is a one-of-a-kind dining destination located in Downtown Riverside, California, that offers delicious Mexican-style cuisine and an array of amazing signature cocktails, tasty micheladas and a full bar. The restaurant prides itself on providing a unique and unforgettable dining experience for its customers, with a menu that is sure to please any palate.

The restaurant’s menu features a variety of classic Mexican dishes, including tacos, burritos, and quesadillas, as well as some innovative twists on traditional favorites. The dishes are prepared with the freshest ingredients, and customers can choose from a variety of proteins, including beef, chicken, pork, and seafood, as well as vegetarian and vegan options.

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KimVIP

Dined 2 days ago

A very busy night in Downtown during the Christmas festival. The restaurant was very busy and the staff worked very hard to make sue everyone was served wonderful food. The energy was great, the ambiance was fun, and definitely enjoyed our evening.

Mama Por Dios - Rancho Cucamonga

4.4

4.4 (5065)

$30 and under

Mexican

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

Mamá por Dios is a restaurant that highlights the best of México, with its flavors, aromas, colors, traditions and art. Bringing it closer to its customers and every drink in every corner. Mamá por Dios is a Mexican gourmet restaurant where you can celebrate every moment to the sound of live Mariachi or enjoy a shot to the beats of a great DJ.

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TiffanyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing experience! The lobster enchiladas was phenomenal! We look forward to visiting the Beverly Hills location soon!

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