4 Best Traditional Mexican Restaurants In South Salt Lake

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1. El Cholo - Salt Lake City

4.7

Exceptional(129)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • Salt Lake City

Booked 25 times today

In the heart of Sugar House, El Cholo has been serving classic dishes and margaritas in a traditional setting since 1923. Reservations recommended. We have complimentary parking behind our restaurant. Free street parking is plentiful. Also, AFTER 5:30PM we have secured the lot next door at the Kimball Office Complex at 2178 South 900 East.

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2. Blue Iguana - Salt Lake City

4.5

Awesome(638)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • Downtown

Booked 29 times today

Blue Iguana in downtown Salt Lake City is a haven for Traditional Mexican cuisine enthusiasts. Renowned for its delicious, authentic offerings, the restaurant combines old-world recipes with modern culinary innovations under the expert guidance of Chef Castillo, trained by the culinary artists of Chihuahua. Guests rave about the "outstanding mole" and other sumptuous dishes, describing the experience as a "journey back in time" with flavors that capture the essence of generations-old Aztec cuisine. The energetic and family-friendly atmosphere, coupled with exceptional service, makes dining at Blue Iguana a delightful experience. It’s a must-visit for anyone craving genuine Mexican fare!

3. Taqueria 27

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4.3

Awesome(3)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • Salt Lake City

Booked 12 times today

Taqueria 27 is a locally and veteran-owned restaurant group in Utah, celebrated for its innovative approach to Mexican cuisine. Each location features a talented culinary team that crafts unique daily specials, including a taco of the day, guacamole of the day, cocktail of the day, fish of the day, and dessert of the day. The menu blends traditional Mexican flavors with global influences, offering dishes like pork belly and duck confit tacos. Committed to quality, Taqueria 27 prepares food from scratch using fresh, locally sourced, and sustainable ingredients whenever possible. TAQUERIA 27Beyond its culinary offerings, Taqueria 27 is known for its extensive selection of tequilas and mezcals, including exclusive imports hand-selected for their patrons. The restaurant group employs over 100 individuals across five locations along Utah's Wasatch Front, including Downtown Salt Lake City, Holladay, Fashion Place, Lehi, and Eagle Mountain.

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4. Los Cucos Mexican Cafe

4.3

Awesome(42)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • Holladay / Midvale / Sandy / Union

Booked 6 times today

Los Cucos Mexican Cafe is a Mexican restaurant serving traditional Mexican cuisine as well as margaritas. The inside is roomy with tables and booths as well as televisions. We have an amazing bar Big Screen TVs, serving mouth-watering margarita and ice cold beer as well as a variety of alcoholic and non-alcholic beverages. Meals are served with complimentary chips and two different kinds of salsas.Popular meals at Los Cucos Mexican Cafe are the enchiladas, tacos and burritos. Los Cucos Mexican Cafe is known for its creative meals such as chicken wrapped in guacamole. It also has traditional cuisine such as guacamole and fajitas.

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4 restaurants available nearby

1. El Cholo - Salt Lake City

2. Blue Iguana - Salt Lake City

3. Taqueria 27

4. Los Cucos Mexican Cafe

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