2023 Feb 1
Ah Mexico. The land of tacos, burritos, and tequila! Mexican food is popularised due to its unique taste and amalgamation of flavours and textures which truly leave you craving for more. While Taco Bell is the obvious option in Sri Lanka for some Mexican food, there are a few more options to satisfy those very real Tex-Mex cravings. Some of these restaurants cater to the Mexican palate exclusively, while others serve up some fantastic Mexican dishes and fusion Tex-Mex cuisine.
Read on to find your ultimate guide to Mexican eateries in Colombo!
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EXCLUSIVELY MEXICAN
1. Taco Bell
Must-try dishes: Soft Tacos, Chalupas, Burritos
Price range: LKR 600 – LKR 3,000
Tel: 0112 738 738
Address:
36, Horton Place, Colombo 07
89, Galle Road, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia
243, Jayawardenapura Kotte
137, High Level Road, Nugegoda
343, High Level Road, Pannipitiya
Open hours: Daily, 11 am to 11 pm
Delivery: Available through direct delivery and Uber Eats
Facebook: @tacobellsrilanka
Instagram: @tacobell.srilanka
Website: www.tacobell.lk
2. El Toro Loco
Must-try dishes: Chicken Tinga
Price range: LKR 1,300 – LKR 3,000
Tel: 0762 188 877
Address: 442, R. A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 03
Open hours: Monday – Saturday, 12 pm to 9 pm
Delivery: Available on Uber Eats
Facebook: @eltoro.loco.cmb
Instagram: @eltoro.loco.cmb
3. Taco Shack
Must-try dishes: Nashville Hot Crispy Tacos, Chocolate churros
Price range: LKR 1,200 – LKR 4,000
Tel: 0722 736 332
Address: 35, D. S. Fonseka Road, Colombo 05
Open hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 11 am to 3 pm and 5.30 pm to 10.30 pm
Delivery: Available on Uber Eats
Facebook: @Tacoshackcmb
Instagram: @tacoshackcmb
4. Salsa Street
Must-try dishes: Beef Burrito, Chicken Tacos
Price range: LKR 800 – LKR 3,000
Tel: 0762 672 527
Address: The Grove, 289, High Level Road, Colombo 05
Open hours: Daily, 4 pm to 10 pm
Delivery: Available on Uber Eats
Facebook: @salsastreetlk
Instagram: @salsastreetlk
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INCORPORATIVE MEXICAN
5. King of the Mambo
Must-try dishes: Beef Rib Tacos, Brochetas de Pollo
Price range: LKR 500 – LKR 5,000
Tel: 0772 227 389
Address: Galle Face Hotel, No. 02, Galle Face, Colombo 03
Open hours: Daily, 5 pm to 2 am
Delivery: N/A
Facebook: @KingOfTheMamboColombo
Instagram: @kingofthemambo
Website: kingofthemambo.com
6. The Barnesbury
Must-try dishes: Jalapeno Chilli Cheese Bites, Enchiladas
Price range: LKR 1,000 – LKR 3,000
Tel: 0112 682 144
Address: 91, Barnes Place, Colombo 07
Open hours: Daily, 11 am to 12 am
Delivery: Available through direct delivery and Uber Eats
Facebook: @TheBarnesbury
Instagram: @thebarnesbury
Website: thebarnesbury.com
7. Crossroads Café and Restaurant
Must-try dishes: Chicken Enchiladas, Chicken Fajitas
Price range: LKR 500 – LKR 3,000
Tel: 0112 805 844
Address: 292, Nawala Road, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Open hours: Daily, 6:30 am to 10 pm
Delivery: Available on Uber Eats
Facebook: @crossroadssrilanka
Instagram: @crossroadscafe1
Website: www.tastycaterers.lk
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MEXICAN FUSION
8. Cricket Club Café
Must-try dishes: Knott’s Nachos, McCullum’s Mexican Wrap, Boundary Beef
Price range: LKR 1,000 – LKR 5,000
Tel: 0112 574 394
Address: 12, Flower Road, Colombo 03
Open hours: Daily, 10 am to 11 pm
Delivery: Available on Uber Eats
Instagram: @cricketclubcafe
Website: thecricketclubcafeceylon.com
9. Playtrix Sports Bar and Café
Must-try dishes: Giant Loaded Hot Dog
Price range: LKR 500 – LKR 3,000
Tel: 0765 477 577
Address: Colombo City Centre, Level 1 – 137, Sir James Pieris Mawatha, Colombo 02
Open hours: Daily, 10 am to 3:30 am
Delivery: N/A
Facebook: @playtrix.club
Instagram: @playtrixpub
Website: playtrix.lk
So, there you have it. Here are all the Mexican eateries and restaurants in Colombo where you can get your Mexican cravings satisfied.
Did we miss out on any must-try spots? Let us know!
