Five best Mexican restaurants in Bristol according to Tripadvisor reviews - from Batida to Las Iguanas

As Bristol prepares for a mini-heatwave this weekend, here’s some sizzling South-American nosh to help you celebrate the sun.
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As the sun is set to return to Bristol this weekend, celebrate it the right way with our top-five list of Mexican restaurants, according to Tripadvisor reviews.

Tripadvisor is known for being the go-to guide when looking for things to do, sights to see, and places to eat in your city. If you want to add a bit of spice to your summer, tripadvisor is the perfect place to scout out your next meal.

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From burrito’s to enchilada’s, quesadillas to taco’s, Mexico’s colourful cuisine is tailor made for summer.

With help from Tripadvisor and the specialist knowledge of our colleagues at BristolWorld, we’ve put together a top-five list of the most scintillating and delicious Mexican joints in the area.

The best Mexican Restaurants in Bristol according to Tripadvisor reviews

1: Batida 

Batida is the best Mexican restaurant in Bristol Batida is the best Mexican restaurant in Bristol
Batida is the best Mexican restaurant in Bristol
  • Where: 85 Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2NT England
  • Rating: 5/5

“Phenomenal as usual!”

“Great vibe, best tasting fresh food in Bristol”

“Great Cuban joint. Lovely quesadillas and pisco, and super service from the team. Many thanks, will come again!”

“Wow. What can I say? This was the tastiest Latin American food I’ve had in a long, long time!”

You can find out more and book a table on Tripadvisor

2: Casa Mexicana

Casa Mexicana has an awesome vibe, worthy of its positve Tripadvisor ratingCasa Mexicana has an awesome vibe, worthy of its positve Tripadvisor rating
Casa Mexicana has an awesome vibe, worthy of its positve Tripadvisor rating
  • Where: 29-31 Zetland Road, Bristol BS6 7AH England
  • Rating: 4.5/5
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“Casa mexicana has a great atmosphere, not only that it is matched with the great catering and flavoursome food. Would definitely recommend!!”

“Good Mexican food and lovely atmosphere for a fun evening out”

“The Food was amazing! Fresh and flavourful. The waiting staff were extremely polite, friendly and were very quick when bringing our orders to the table”

“Love, love, love Casa Mex!”

You can find out more and book a table on Tripadvisor

3: Cargo Cantina

Carga Cantina’s immaculate presentation Carga Cantina’s immaculate presentation
Carga Cantina’s immaculate presentation
  • Where: Unit 15, Cargo 2, Wapping Wharf, Bristol BS1 6ZA England
  • Rating: 4.5/5

“Highly recommend for gluten free”

“Summer is here now: Cargo Cantina is a fantastic food heaven, relaxed and rammed on a beautiful Bristol evening when outside was the only place to be”

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“Amazing food, great customer service. The best burrito I have ever had and the drinks were great”

“Tacos to write home about!”

You can find out more and book a table on Tripadvisor

4: Las Iguanas

Las Iguanas is known for its south-American charm Las Iguanas is known for its south-American charm
Las Iguanas is known for its south-American charm

  • Where: South Building Anchor Square Canons Road, Bristol BS1 5UH England
  • Rating: 4.5/5

“Had a wonderful meal service was amazing! The facilities were very good. I would highly recommend the churros for desert they are amazing!”

“Bottomless Brunch was great”

“Get the tapas. It’s lush for real. ”

“Food was amazing and drinks were also great. Service was on point”

You can find out more and book a table on Tripadvisor

5: Viva La Mexicana 

Viva La Mexicana is a hidden gem Viva La Mexicana is a hidden gem
Viva La Mexicana is a hidden gem
  • Where: 149 East Street Bedminster, Bristol BS3 4EJ England
  • Rating: 4/5

“Absolutely fab restaurant. Staff really helpful and friendly and the food is awesome!”

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“We’ve eaten quite a lot of Mexican food in America but nothing compares to this place.”

“Delicious and authentic Mexican food with lovely atmosphere.

“Yummo - we loved the food!”

You can find out more and book a table on Tripadvisor

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