Best Hidden Gems Mexican Restaurants in Belmont
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Colima Taqueria
Birria-focused taqueria with huge delivery following and late hours.
Notable Picks
8.8
Colima Taqueria is a high-volume birria specialist on East 187th Street, known for quesatacos, birria ramen, and late-night taco runs. Locals lean on it for richly seasoned beef, generous portions, and a casual space that stays busy well into the evening.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria quesatacos, Birria ramen, Birria pizza
What Makes it Special: Birria-focused taqueria with huge delivery following and late hours.
Tortilleria y Taqueria Lenchita is a small tortilleria-backed counter spot where fresh corn tortillas anchor tacos, quesadillas, and plates. Fans come for straightforward, well-seasoned fillings and house-made masa rather than atmosphere.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mixto tacos, Camarones a la parrilla tacos, Bistek tacos
What Makes it Special: House-made tortillas and simple tacos in a no-frills space.
8.1
Tacos La Morena is a narrow Hughes Avenue spot known for birria-focused plates, flautas, and hearty burritos served late into the night. It leans casual and compact, with most of the appeal in robust stews and fried snacks rather than elaborate design.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria quesadillas, Flautas poblanas, Carne enchilada burrito
What Makes it Special: Birria-heavy menu and fried snacks in a compact, late-night-friendly space.
Worthy Picks
#4
Las Chatas
7.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hidden Gems Heaven
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Las Chatas is a tiny taqueria and Mexican fast-food counter on East 184th Street known for handmade tortillas, pork tamales, and inexpensive tacos. It’s more of a grab-and-go operation than a sit-down destination, but locals rely on it for quick, filling plates into the later evening.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork Tamales, Lamb Tacos, Bistec Asado
What Makes it Special: Hole-in-the-wall taqueria with handmade tortillas and $2 tamales.