Location: Carmel
Top Restaurants in Carmel
Best Mexican food near Carmel, Indiana, United States
Discover Restaurants offering the best Mexican food in Carmel, Indiana, United States. Carmel /ˈkɑːrməl/ is a suburban city in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States, located immediately north of Indianapolis. It has been one of the fastest-growing communities in the country. In 2012, Carmel was selected as the "Best Place to Live in the United States" by CNN Money magazine, and received the same designation by Niche.com in 2017. The population was 79,191 as of the 2010 and was estimated to be 91,065 in 2016 by the US Census Bureau, making it the fifth-largest city in Indiana.
Things to do in Carmel
10. Cancun Mexican Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By JQuilter
Six of us stopped in for lunch and we werenât disappointed. Good quality chicken, steak, and shrimp. Plentiful vegetables. Chips and salsa bowls kept full. Lots of drink specials. Saw items and combos on the menu not seen elsewhere. Attentive friendly service. Located on a busy street but parking on the side and in the rear
9. Verde - Flavors Of Mexico
Overall Ratings
3 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By ModernWanderers
I came here with work colleagues â a group of about 12 of us for dinner. Wait staff were fantastic and they continued to plough us with free chips and salsa (which probably ruined my meal ⦠but they were soooooo good!).Itâs a super fun atmosphere, and my work mates were quickly into the margaritas (half price margaritas on Tuesday night!). The meals were huge, served piping hot, and were absolutely delicious. I couldnât eat it allâ¦Note that we had called ahead to reserve a table for 12, but the reservation wasnât ready when we arrived, so we had to wait about 5 minutes whilst staff pulled some tables together.
8. Loren & Mari Mexican Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
Loren & Mari Mexican Grill in Carmel is dedicated to providing the best authentic Mexican food in town, through a friendly, festive environment. At our Mexican restaurant we use the finest, highest quality ingredients to create classic dishes straight fro
Reviewed By paul30
This is not your normal Mexican Restaurant...I had the chicken tacos... 3.00 each... but they were fantastic,....Grilled seasoned chicken,onions, cilantro...choice of salsas to put on etc...They were just excellent...and large portion... These were not only some of the best Tacos I have ever had, but they were large...They did not skimp on the ingredients.Wife had the chicken quesadillas .. fantastic...Tomato infused tortiila with chicken, green onions, cheese, etc.. Large portion..full of chicken..... probably could split the order...Service was excellent and we will be back...
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7. La Hacienda Mexican
Overall Ratings
4 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By AsisBandyopadhyay
We like this joint for its ambience and food. The commodious place serves freshly cooked authentic Mexican dishes with lots of condiments. Their range of offerings is quite impressive. The staff are knowledgeable, helpful and smiling.
6. Sun King Spirits
Overall Ratings
4 based on 17 reviews
Sun King Distillery and Tap Room is located in Carmel, IN. Offering handcrafted spirits, beer and multiple dining options under one space including Oca, Pi Pizza, La Margarita, and The Den by Foxgardin. All-ages are welcome.
Reviewed By DuncanRipple
Right on the Monon Trail - so it's convenient. Sun King beer is always good, plus the bar has booze, so it's more full service than a regular brewery. It also has captured food truck like vendors to get a bite to eat (self service only) located on premises. The courtyard was kind of surreal, filled with families with parents lounging around and kids running all over and playing billiards, ping pong, etc. Only thing missing was a pool. But anyway, this is a very casual place to get a beer or a drink, have a snack and then move on.
5. El Rodeo #7
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By CRMays
I hadn't eaten here for a couple of years but remembered it as being good. It still is good. The food was decent and the margarita was great - it was also huge! The service was friendly too. We live quite a ways from this location, but would eat there if close by.
4. Abuelo's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By jeffreyw598j
I think this is my 3,654th restaurant review for Carmel - just kidding - but I stay overnight there on business almost every week - and have reviewed many of the restaurants in town - On a recent COLD and blustery November Monday - I was craving Mexican - and noticed Abuelo's just to the east side of US31N as I drove past to the 151st exit... so I decided to try it..When I first arrived at about 6 pm on a Monday - the place was almost empty - I was dining alone on business travel - so I sat in the bar area - Jenifer was my server - and she was - at least initially - every attentive and helpful. I like draft beer - and they did have Dos XX - Modelo, and Pacifico on tap - but none of the great local drafts.. oh well... chips and salsa were provided - the salsa was fresh and good - the chips were SUPER thin - tasty - but did not work well for dipping. I had the Chile Rellenos for a meal - one stuffed with cheese and one with beef - sides of good rice and beans - overall - very tasty - not great - but good.The décor was very nice and well thought out and the atmosphere was comfy- not too loud - and the crowd picked up at about 7 - Jenifer ended up serving about 8-10 tables - and I had to wait a bit for her to bring the check - but I was not in a hurry... I would recommend this place - in general - but the bill - including tip - for 2 drafts and the chile rellenos - was about $36 - more than I would typically expect to pay for Mexican cuisine... I guess you pay for atmosphere in tony Carmel - and that is OK - because the atmosphere was nice - and when traveling on business - that is important to me..
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3. Agave Bar & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By indyslf
Good, reliable Tex-Mex and some higher-brow seafood fare. Terrific margaritas. Service decent. Pleasant outdoor seating. Can get busy during rush hours in warmer months.
2. Caliente Mexican Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 54 reviews
Caliente Mexican Restaurant provides authentic Mexican cuisine to the Carmel, IN area.
Reviewed By DDDFJD
We usually really enjoy our experience at Caliente. Tonight's was a bit disappointing. The chips & salsa are always amazing. The Enchiladas Caliente tonight were not as good as they usually are. The chicken inside tasted old & without any flavor. The chicken was hard & even difficult to cut with a knife. Hopefully this was just a one off & next time will be better.
1. Los Arroyos Mexican Restaurant & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 76 reviews
Fresh, homemade Mexican food crafted each day from the finest ingredients. Tony's original recipes offer a variety of dishes from traditional fare such as Sopes, Tamales, and Pozole to modern cuisine including the Mama's Salad with grilled vegetables, our
Reviewed By Tzipster
Sat outside. Very pleasant. Waitress service good but asked for more chips 3 times. The food was excellent and authentic. The dishes were authentic.
