El Mexicano Tacos & Tequila

Newport, NC · Mexican restaurant

Rating
4.7/5
★★★★★ 4.7
Reviews
20
Rank in Newport
#4
of 19 restaurants
City Percentile
78%
rating percentile
Address
El Mexicano Tacos & Tequila, 133 E Chatham St, Newport, NC 28570
Phone
(252) 777-1243
Website
elmexicanonewport.com/?utm_source=google
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM

El Mexicano Tacos & Tequila is a restaurant located in Newport, NC. It is one of 19 restaurants listed in Newport. Its 4.7-star rating is above the Newport city average of 4.4 stars. It ranks #4 among Newport restaurants by combined rating and review volume. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About El Mexicano Tacos & Tequila

The best Mexican cuisine in Newport, North Carolina. Come experience our authentic dishes in a wonderful atmosphere great for family and friends to unwind and enjoy a delish meal.

Hours

Saturday11 AM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Mafiette · Jan 2026

ordered the seafood fajitas and seafood dip and the house made quac and all of its was so delicious and it was a good portion of the fish on there. Service only reason she got 4 stars was because she had hard time understanding and would rush off quickly before we could ask for everything we needed and wanted. Ordered a mango margarita on the rocks however it came to me frozen. Nice young lady though....very friendly.

★★★★★ 5.0 marlene mondragon · Oct 2025

My husband came here for lunch not to long ago and absolutely loved it. We will come again for the delicious 🤤 food.

★★★★★ 5.0 Dj Randol · Jun 2023

If you’re in Newport and craving some fantastic Mexican cuisine, this restaurant is an absolute must-visit! The food is consistently delicious, and the atmosphere is inviting. Favorite Dishes Our go-to meal here is the ACP (Arroz con Pollo), which is always perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The Fajita Nachos are another standout—loaded with toppings and served with a delicious cheese dip that’s truly the best around. You won’t find a better nacho cheese dip anywhere else! Fresh Ingredients The guacamole deserves special mention, as it's always made fresh and bursting with flavor. It’s the perfect complement to any dish, and you can really taste the quality of the ingredients. Clean and Friendly The restaurant is always clean, adding to the pleasant dining experience. The staff is inc

★★★★★ 5.0 Hayleigh Cronk · Jan 2026

Being a Texas girl, I've been CRAVING authentic Mexican food. I have to say, by far, the margaritas and guacamole are the BEST in the area. The rice and beans? 10/10. The waitress is (yes im writing this review as I visit) amazing and attentive. I came to just get out of the house and was pleasantly surprised at just how at home I felt here. Please visit and support this restaurant, they deserve it.

★★★★★ 5.0 Sandy Sutherland · Apr 2022

This is an excellent addition to the food scene in Newport! New decor, paint, and a modern atmosphere promised an entirely different dining experience from the building's prior incarnation and they delivered! Fresh, fast, healthy food served by a great staff is always worth five stars in my book.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Mexican restaurantBar & grillBurrito restaurantCatererCocktail barFamily restaurantSeafood restaurantTaco restaurantTex-Mex restaurantVegetarian restaurant

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