Takeout dining guide: Top Mexican restaurants for curbside or delivery in Lexington
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Looking for takeout ideas? Here are some of the local Lexington restaurants offering to-go options for Mexican food.
With restaurants closed to dine-in as a precaution during the coronavirus pandemic, many are offering inventive meals to take home.
Whether it’s street tacos, burritos, fresh salsa or queso, you can find it here. And don’t forget the margaritas!
The restaurants listed here have curbside pickup options and some even deliver but extra fees may apply.
For more options, on LexGoEat.com check out our takeout dining guide featuring more than 190 Lexington restaurants and our family meals takeout guide.
Cinco de Mayo Mexican Restaurant
Cinco de Mayo has a location on Maxwell and one on Richmond Road, both featuring Mexican favorites from nachos and taco salads to fajitas and combo platers. Vegetarian options. Call to order; also on online delivery apps.
Corto Lima
OK, Corto Lima isn’t really a Mexican restaurant. It’s really pan Latin. But they make fresh tortilla chips and salsas. The restaurant is closed most of the time but watch for pop-ups on Facebook and pre-order. And don’t skip the prickly pear margarita mix. Vegetarian options available. Order online.
Durango’s Mexican Restaurant
Durango’s features familiar Tex-Mex dishes, including enchiladas and fajitas. Call to order. Also on online platforms.
El Antojito Mexican Food
El Antojito has a menu of Mexican favorites, including vegetarian option. Call to order.
El Cid
Street tacos and more, including American tacos, sopes, tortas and tamales. Order online.
El Charro
El Charro in Harrodsburg has family packages, margaritas, and can deliver.
El Gran Tako
El Gran Tako has two locations in Lexington, and has specials, including free chips and salsa with purchase of $25 or more. Micheladas and margaritas available to go.
El Mariachi
El Mariachi has classic fajitas, quesadillas, enchiladas and more, including vegetarian options. Call to order.
El Rancho Tapatio
El Rancho Tapatio has 13 kinds of taco, plus different salsas. Curbside ordering and delivery also available.
El Toro Mexican Restaurant
Classic Mexican fare such as steak tacos, quicken quesadilla, burritos, and fajitas, including the “pineapple boat” version. Call to order.
Farm Market
Farm Market has authentic tamales, ceviches, enchilados, tacos and more in a fun market. Call to order.
GirlsGirlsGirls Burritos
GirlsGirlsGirls has inventive burrito specials, including vegetarian, family and kids meals. On Monday and Tuesday, open from 4 to 9 p.m.; others open for lunch as well. Delivery is by bicycle.
Jalapeno’s
Jalapeno’s is open until 9 p.m.; call to order.
Local Taco
Local Taco has Tex-Mex tacos, salads, enchiladas and quesadillas. Order online or by phone.
Maria’s Kitchen
Maria’s Kitchen is known for its authentic Mexican food, and delicious desserts including tres leches cake. Look for daily specials on Facebook.
Mi Mexico
Mi Mexico has classic Tex-Mex favorites. Call to order.
Mi Pequena Hacienda
Mi Pequena Hacienda, with locations on Lansdowne and at Brannon Crossing, is known for its great food and has specials on Facebook.
Papi’s Mexican Restaurant
Papi’s is the latest Mexican restaurant to occupy the spot on Euclid above Charlie Brown’s. Large menu includes vegetarian and gluten-friendly options.
Taco Tico
Taco Tico was one of the original fast-food Mexican chains. Now, it’s making a comeback in Lexington, with an almost cult-like following for Sanchos, Taco Burgers and more. Drive-through available.
Tortilleria Taqueria Ramirez
Taqueria Ramirez has housemade fresh tortillas, street tacos and authentic Mexican fare including lengua, tripita and cabeza.
This story was originally published April 28, 2020 at 2:42 PM.
