Maine Spot Named One of the ‘Best Mexican Restaurants’ in America

This place is a popular spot to grab Mexican food here in Maine, and now it’s being ranked among the best in the nation!

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When you think of great Mexican food, Maine might not be the first place that comes to mind, but believe it or not, we’ve got some fantastic spots up here!

With that in mind, how do we even determine the best Mexican restaurants in America? What criteria make one stand out above the rest?

LoveFood compiled a list of the best Mexican restaurants in every U.S. state by combining user reviews, awards, accolades, and their team’s first-hand experiences. They included a mix of taco spots, neighborhood favorites, and restaurants with modern twists on traditional dishes.

Alright, having covered that, let’s dive into what is being called the best Mexican restaurant in Maine—and one of the best in the country!

According to LoveFood and their report on 'The Best Mexican Restaurant in Every U.S. State,' their selection for Maine is Taco Escobarr in Portland! LoveFood had the following to say about their pick:

Taco Escobarr is a local favorite in Portland, as much for its fun and festive atmosphere as for its food. There are soft, crispy, puffy tacos, pazole (a brothy, flavor-packed soup), and chipotle sweet potato taquitos on offer – all served in a bright, colorful dining room whose ceiling is illuminated by multicolored string lights after dark.

So there you have it—Taco Escobarr is being called one of the best Mexican restaurants in the country!

Taco Escobarr has been extremely popular lately, with the restaurant also being named the top spot to get a good 'cheap meal' in Maine recently. What are your thoughts on LoveFood’s pick? We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to join the conversation by messaging us on the app.