Flavours of Mexico
Mexican Restaurants in New Zealand
94 places across 27 cities and towns
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Mexican food is built on corn, chillies, beans, lime and fresh salsas – tacos, burritos, quesadillas, mole and slow-cooked meats.
Mexican restaurants and taquerias in New Zealand range from quick burrito bars to lively cantinas with margaritas and mezcal.
Across New Zealand we list 94 Mexican venues. The biggest concentrations are in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington and Hamilton.
Whether you searched for “mexico restaurants”, “Mexican food” or “Mexican restaurant near me”, this page lists every Mexican venue we know of in New Zealand.
Where to find them
| Auckland | 34 | |
| Christchurch | 12 | |
| Wellington | 8 | |
| Hamilton | 5 | |
| Nelson | 5 | |
| Rotorua | 3 | |
| Queenstown | 3 | |
| Tauranga | 2 | |
| Wānaka | 2 | |
| Palmerston North | 2 | |
| Mount Maunganui | 2 | |
| Waihī Beach | 1 |
Signature Mexican dishes
Tacos al pastor
Marinated pork with pineapple
Burrito
Filled flour tortilla
Quesadilla
Grilled cheese tortilla
Nachos
Loaded corn chips
Guacamole
Avocado dip
Churros
Cinnamon sugar dough
Popular Mexican restaurants in NZ
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Tips for ordering
- Taco Tuesday deals are common.
- Ask how hot the salsas are.
- Try a margarita or horchata.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find Mexican restaurants near me?
Tap “Show Mexican near me” at the top of this page and allow location access. We'll list the closest Mexican venues with the distance from you.
How many Mexican restaurants are there in New Zealand?
We currently list 94 Mexican venues in 27 cities and towns.
Which city has the most Mexican restaurants?
Auckland leads with 34 venues.
What should I order at a Mexican restaurant?
Popular choices include tacos al pastor, burrito, quesadilla and nachos.
