You don’t need to go far to get the best flavors coming from south of the border, because top-notch Mexican cuisine can be found right here around the Chesapeake, VA area. From sizzling fajitas to burritos that you’ll need to hold with two hands, there are all sorts of great food served up near our town! All of these Mexican restaurants offer their own unique take on this classic cuisine, giving you a different experience at each one.
1. Oro Azteca
‘Oro’ means ‘gold’ in Spanish, and the food served up at Oro Azteca definitely meets the gold standard! Begin your meal with a plate of their Nachos Supreme, with a winning combination of beef, chicken, and beans and then all the fixings on top. If you’ve got a bigtime hunger, order up their Burrito California to get your choice of chicken or beef along with rice and beans packed into a twelve-inch flour tortilla.
2. Mi Hogar
Over 20 years of experience in the food industry gives the team at Mi Hogar the know-how they need to create meals that will delight your senses. They make it their mission to ensure every customer leaves with a full belly and a smile on their face, and they sure accomplished that mission on our visit! Seafood lovers will enjoy their Camarones a la Diabla dish, with delicious shrimp served in a spicy sauce.
3. El Rodeo
You’ll always have an option for great Mexican food in our town because El Rodeo is open seven days a week! Try out their specialty Texas Fajitas and you’ll get a sizzling combination of shrimp, steak, and chicken all seasoned to delicious perfection. Their ‘Vegetarian Delight’ selections also offer you some great tasting choices if you’re looking for a meatless Mexican dish.
4. El Rey Taqueria
There’s a reason this place is called ‘El Rey’: it’s because they’re the king of tacos! Get your morning started right with any of their breakfast tacos, filled with egg and your pick of potato, sausage, ham, or more. Their al pastor tacos are another strong choice, with marinated pork that gives you their signature sweet and spicy flavor.
5. Alebrije
If you want a mouthwatering bite of melt-in-your-mouth steak, you can’t go wrong with an order of the carne asada at Alebrije. Marinated in lime and herbs for a unique flavor profile, you’ll also get a chicken taquito smothered in red sauce on the side for a hearty meal that will satisfy even the hungriest belly. Make sure you save room for dessert because you won’t want to miss out on their tres leches cake!
Make sure you bring your appetite to these local restaurants because the hearty portions of Mexican food you’ll get will give you plenty to feast on! Start making your plans to visit one – or all! – of these delightful places to quench your craving for delicious food! Who knows – you may find a new favorite!
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