For a long time, "Mexican food" in Bangkok meant soggy nachos covered in ketchup-salsa and cheddar cheese that tasted like plastic. If you asked for a taco, you got a hard shell from a box.
Those dark days are over. A wave of chefs (both Mexican and obsessed expats) have imported proper chilies, built nixtamalization machines, and turned Bangkok into a legitimate taco destination. This is the 2026 Guide to Bangkok’s Best Mexican.
Top Picks
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The Legend
La Monita – Phloen ChitThe OG. Loud, colourful, and fast. The salsa bar is legendary and the portions are huge.
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The Cool Kid
Cholos – AsokeLA-style street tacos. Famous for their Birria (crispy tacos dipped in beef consommé).
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The Authentic One
The Missing Burro – Thong LorYucatan-style food served from a shipping container garden. No Tex-Mex, just real heritage flavours.
Quick Links
La Monita Taqueria Phloen Chit (Mahatun Plaza)
La Monita changed the game. Before they opened, good Mexican food was impossible to find. They sit right next to the Phloen Chit BTS and buzz with energy from lunch until late. It’s colorful, loud, and smells like sizzling onions.
The menu is vast, but they are famous for the "Cali-Mex" style—big burritos, cheesy quesadillas, and a salsa bar that lets you control your own heat level.
Best For: A loud, fun lunch with colleagues or starting a big night out.
Order This: The California Burrito (it’s the size of a small baby).
Cholos BKK Asoke (Sukhumvit 12)
Cholos started as a pop-up and got so popular they set up a permanent "Food Truck" style spot in the garden of Bangkok Trading Post. They brought the Birria Taco trend to Bangkok—slow-cooked beef folded into a tortilla, dipped in the beef fat, and grilled until crispy.
It’s casual, messy, and incredibly rich. You don’t come here for a light salad; you come here for meat and cheese.
Best For: A quick, high-calorie hit in the Asoke area.
Order This: Beef Birria Tacos with the Consommé (soup) for dipping.
Where: Sukhumvit Soi 12
The Missing Burro Thong Lor Soi 7
Owned by two Mexican brothers, this spot focuses on Yucatan cuisine. That means you won't find generic "Tex-Mex" here. Instead, you get slow-roasted pork (Cochinita Pibil), corn dough delights (Panuchos), and incredible salsas.
The venue is unique—a shipping container set in a peaceful garden in the middle of Thong Lor. It feels like a secret backyard party.
Best For: Authentic flavours and outdoor dining.
Order This: Carnitas Michoacan and a Michelada.
Where: Thong Lor Soi 7
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Filling the void in Asoke for a solid sit-down Mexican joint, Slanted Taco brings Miami-style vibes to Soi 23. It’s colorful, loud, and known for its massive portions and deadly margaritas.
The "Taco Tuesday" deal here is a local favorite, but the atmosphere makes it a great spot any night of the week if you want to be loud and eat well.
Best For: Happy hour drinks and big group dinners.
Order This: The Macho Nachos and a Frozen Margarita.
Where: Sukhumvit Soi 23
Charley Brown's Mexicana Sukhumvit Soi 19
Bangkok's oldest Mexican restaurant, serving the city since 1992. It's not trying to be high-end or "fusion"; it is unpretentious, reliable Tex-Mex comfort food. The decor is colorful and fun, and the staff have been there for years.
If you want strong, cheap margaritas and a plate of sizzling fajitas without any fuss, this is the place. It's a sanctuary for expats craving a taste of the old school.
Best For: Cheap margaritas and nostalgic Tex-Mex.
Order This: The Chicken Chimichanga or the Beef Fajitas.
Where: Sukhumvit Soi 19
Mexicano Sukhumvit 18 (Rembrandt Hotel)
Formerly known as Senor Pico, this is the "Grandfather" of authentic Mexican dining in Bangkok. Located inside the Rembrandt Hotel, it features live Latin music, a massive open kitchen, and a level of hospitality that is hard to beat.
It’s festive, family-friendly, and serves portions that are borderline aggressive. A perfect spot for big group celebrations.
Best For: Big birthdays, live music, and family dinners.
Order This: The El Gigante (a massive kebab skewer) and Tableside Guacamole.
FAQ Tacos & Tequila
Is the food actually spicy?
It depends. Places like La Monita have a salsa bar so you control the heat. Cholos uses dried Mexican chilies which offer a deep, smoky heat rather than the sharp sting of Thai chili. Generally, it's manageable for everyone.
Is it expensive?
Imported ingredients (cheese, avocados, dried peppers) are taxed heavily in Thailand. Expect to pay 300–400 THB for a plate of 2-3 tacos. It is not "street food cheap," but the quality justifies the price.
Do I need to book?
For La Monita at lunch, yes—it gets packed with office workers. For The Missing Burro on a weekend evening, booking is recommended as the garden seating is limited.
Photography courtesy of La Monita Taqueria and Cholos BKK.
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