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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

$ Avondale Mexican, Tacos
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.
$ Avondale Mexican
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.
Avondale Mexican, Tacos
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.