Best Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Mexican Restaurants in Avondale
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Taqueria Mazamitla
High-volume neighborhood taqueria with especially strong al pastor and steak.
Notable Picks
8.5
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Hidden Gems Heaven
Taqueria Mazamitla in Avondale is a family-run spot known for extra-crispy al pastor, well-charred steak, and a long menu of classic Mexican plates. The room is casual and often buzzing, with complimentary chips and salsa and daily specials that keep regulars coming back.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al pastor tacos, Steak tacos, Tripas tacos
What makes it special: High-volume neighborhood taqueria with especially strong al pastor and steak.
#2
Traspasada
8.1
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
This compact Avondale taqueria is a fixture for late-night tacos, burritos, and tortas ordered at the counter and eaten quickly at tight tables. Its straightforward menu and extended hours make it a reliable stop after work or shows.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crispy tripas tacos, Al pastor tacos, California-style burrito
What makes it special: Small, always-open-feeling taqueria known for late-hour tacos and burritos.
#3
Spicy Taco
8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Spicy Taco is a compact counter-service shop on Milwaukee where cochinita pibil, al pastor, and other fillings are handled with more care than the unassuming storefront suggests. It’s geared toward quick meals but still delivers layered flavors and thoughtful salsas.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cochinita pibil tacos, Carne asada tacos, Veggie tacos
What makes it special: Tiny taco shop turning out cochinita pibil and other fillings with surprising depth.