{"id":6436,"date":"2026-10-21T08:00:42","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T06:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/blog\/?p=6436"},"modified":"2026-10-21T17:01:23","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T15:01:23","slug":"best-mexican-restaurants-in-south-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/blog\/best-mexican-restaurants-in-south-africa\/","title":{"rendered":"The best Mexican restaurants in South Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"

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  1. Cape Town & the Winelands<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Johannesburg<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. Port Elizabeth<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Pretoria<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    \u200bWhen the craving for tacos, burritos and loaded nachos hits, nothing else quite does the trick. Add sizzling fajitas, fresh guacamole, margaritas and a few dishes to share, and you\u2019ve got a pretty good reason to head out for Mexican.<\/p>\n

    So, where should you book? We\u2019ve rounded up some of the best Mexican restaurants across South Africa, from colourful cantinas and casual neighbourhood favourites to lively spots made for tacos, tequila and a few drinks with friends.<\/p>\n

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    Chingadas Cantina Cape Town<\/h4>\n

    \ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Tex-Mex restaurant and tequila bar
    \ud83d\udccd50 Orange Street, Gardens, Cape Town
    \u2b50 4.7 on Dineplan<\/p>\n

    A colourful cantina in the heart of Gardens, Chingadas Cantina serves Mexican favourites in an easygoing setting. From tacos and nachos to enchiladas and fajitas, it\u2019s a great spot for a family meal or dinner and drinks with friends.<\/p>\nReserve A Table<\/a>\n

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    Fool\u2019s Gold Social Bar<\/h4>\n

    \ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Social bar and restaurant
    \ud83d\udccd90 Dorp Street, Stellenbosch
    \u2b50 4.6 on Dineplan<\/p>\n

    Located on Dorp Street in Stellenbosch, Fool\u2019s Gold Social Bar is a lively spot for good food, cocktails and catching up with friends. The menu ranges from Mexican-inspired dishes to flatbreads and burgers, with plenty to share around the table.<\/p>\nReserve A Table<\/a>\n

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    Hacienda<\/h4>\n

    \ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Contemporary coastal Mexican
    \ud83d\udccd92 Bree Street, Cape Town City Centre
    \u2b50 4.7 on Dineplan<\/p>\n

    Bringing the flavours of Baja California to Bree Street, Hacienda puts a modern spin on coastal Mexican cuisine, with fresh tortillas, tableside guacamole and meat and seafood cooked over a Mexican charcoal grill. Add sharing plates, an extensive tequila and mezcal selection, and a margarita or two for a lively lunch or dinner.<\/p>\nReserve A Table<\/a>\n

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