Reviewers are obsessed with these 5 Myrtle Beach-area Mexican restaurants. Here’s why
The Grand Strand features tons of mouthwatering restaurants, so it’s no surprise spots serving up Mexican dishes don’t disappoint.
But with so many options to explore, it can be a struggle to pick a place to eat.
To find the best Mexican eateries in the Myrtle Beach area, we looked at which restaurants earned top-rated spots among online reviewers.
Check out which spots are most beloved by Yelp reviewers:
201 Graduate Road, Suite 107, Conway, SC 29526
5 stars with 11 Yelp reviews
One of three Grand Strand locations, the Tu Taco in Conway takes the top spot, according to Yelp reviewers. Visitors rave about the tacos, tortas, burritos and birria dishes.
“Stopped in when they opened up, so we were not expecting the best. Well we were WRONG! The ambiance is most definitely not your typical taco stand and neither are the tacos,” said one reviewer. “The tacos were unbelievably good! Everything was so fresh, cooked to order and delivered while it was still sizzling! The staff were very nice and helpful when we asked for suggestions.”
357 Highway 17, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
4.9 stars with 18 Yelp reviews
Family owned and operated in Surfside Beach, SC
This family-owned and operated spot offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reviewers hail Los Gordibuenos’s dishes as authentic and shout out the homemade chips, tacos and enchiladas.
“Best Mexican food in Myrtle/Surfside. Chips and salsa are AMAZING!! They put Taco Tuesday on the map!! 11/10 would recommend!!” a visitor wrote. “Oh and try the jalapeño sauce!! The staff is so friendly.... Amazing service. Hidden little gem. FIND IT!!!”
804 Inlet Square Drive, Unit C, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
4.8 stars with 41 Yelp reviews
La Taqueria keeps its menu simple: tacos, quesadillas, combos and sides of rice, beans and fries. Diners can’t get enough of the salsa, carne asada, al pastor dishes and affordable prices.
“My husband and I ate dinner here tonight and it was amazing. The food was delicious, the quality top notch and was plated beautifully!” says one Yelp review. “Someone here clearly understands about food and flavor! This is a hidden gem that you must try!”
308 Bruce Drive, Longs, SC 29568
4.8 stars with 10 Yelp reviews
Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at La Familia Fonda. Visitors especially love the naches, quesadillas, gorditas and housemade drinks.
“FANTASTIC!! They are super friendly and helped us choose something to share. We got the super nachos with steak, chicken and el pastor pork,” said one reviewer. “It was AMAZING and HUGE! Cant say enough good things about this place. 10/10”
3901 Dick Pond Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
4.6 stars with 102 Yelp reviews
Named for a municipality and its capital city in Central Mexico, Taqueria Guanajuato serves up tacos, tortas, enchiliadas, caldos and more. Reviewers rave about the taqueria’s salsa, empanadas and gorditas.
“I’m not joking when I say that I crave their food every single day,” a visitor wrote. “The asada tacos are absolutely amazing.”
This story was originally published May 5, 2025 at 6:00 AM.