Of the countless Mexican-inspired restaurants in the U.S., many are focused on showcasingauthentic flavorsand regional dishes.
Others put their own modern twist on the classics.
Their recommendations ranged from upscale eateries to casual taco shops and even a couple of food trucks.
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Oxomoco Brooklyn, N.Y. “Oxomocolets fire lead the way,” Castillo says.
“They get beautiful depth of flavor from the wood-fired grill.”
The restaurant is led by the internationally acclaimed chef Carmen “Tittia” Ramirez Degollado.
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“It tastes like a combination of authentic family recipes with a refined approach.”
Los Tacos No.
1 New York City
Another favorite of Castillo’s isLos Tacos No.
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Today, the restaurant repeatedly earns a spot on lists of the city’s best taco spots.
“Los Tacos No.
1 is no frills, energetic, and feels like a true taqueria,” Castillo says.
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“The adobada (marinated pork) on a hand-pressed corn tortilla is legit.”
“They make the best tacos in the city,” Mayer says.
For chefChristos Bisiotis, founder ofBellita Pasta, the restaurant’s emphasis on traditional Mexican cuisine stands out.
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“I always look forward to ordering their famous guacamole, which is made fresh at the table.
It offers a personalized experience, and it’s delicious.”
Dolores Providence, R.I.
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The restaurant serves contemporary and regional Mexican cuisine from the Mixteca region of Puebla and Oaxaca, Mexico.
Dolores is also a standout spot forJames Dean, co-owner and chef atIrregardless Biscuitin Providence.
He calls the restaurant “really special” and describes the mole as “second to none.”
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She’s also a fan of the spicy margarita and flan.
It’s led by the James Beard-nominated chef Wes Avila.
“Everything from Wes Avila is great,” says Dean.
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“Here, I like the cochinita pibil.”
This dish features heritage pork in a banana leaf wrap with achiote and bitter orange.
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Sobre Masa Brooklyn, N.Y. Sobre Masa translates to “about masa,” with masa referring to corn dough.
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At the beginning of October, Hernandez opened a full-service restaurant location at Paseo South Gulch.
“They nixtamalize their own corn serving a mix of classic and reinvented Mexican dishes,” says Herrera.
Vecinoopened its doors in Midtown Detroit this spring.
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The restaurant is home to Michigan’s first corn nixtamalization restaurant program.
But for Dean, the carnitas are what stands out.
“It’s a real treat.”
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One of Huerta’s favorite dishes on the menu is the cochinita pibil.
One of Huerta’s favorite dishes from Guelaguetza is the botana oaxaquena, which is served family-style.
Regardless, it’s a total umami bomb and absolutely delicious."
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