Mexican food is surging in popularity in recent years, with the ample variety of restaurants and fast-casual joints as a testament. Luckily, this means more delicious food for you to enjoy, so next time you want to enjoy the flavors of Latin America, try one of these great Mexican restaurants in the Waipahu, HI area. Don’t even worry about gas, your 2023 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid can get you to all of them without needing a fill-up.
5 Mexican Restaurants Worth the Drive Near Waipahu, HI
1. El Jalisciense
This Mexican restaurant, actually a food truck, is permanently located at 94-794 Lumiaina Street, where they are open from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Saturday and until 5:00 pm on Sundays. The menu includes tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and more. Try the fish tacos with a Mexican drink like horchata or mangoniada. There are also vegetarian options available on the menu for those who don’t eat meat.
2. Frida Taqueria
Located at 94-307 Farrington Hwy., this taqueria is open from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday through Thursday, until 7:30 pm on Fridays, until 8:00 pm on Saturdays, and from 10:30 am to 3:00 pm on Sundays. Frida offers several different kinds of tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and enchiladas. This place is a must-stop if you have a huge appetite, their grande burrito is stuffed with steak and chorizo, and some of their other dishes combine meats and seafood.
3. Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
You can find Acapulco at 94-1040 Waipio Uka Street. They are open from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm Tuesday through Thursday and Sundays, and from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Try one of their great appetizers like fish ceviche, queso dip, or grilled mushrooms. Acapulco also offers a Taco Tuesday special, so don’t miss out next time you need a filling Tuesday dinner.
4. La Casita Restaurant
La Casita is located at 94-866 Moloalo Street, where they serve delicious Mexican dishes from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday through Saturday. La Casita serves classic Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes alongside specialties from Central American cuisines. Try their signature pupusas, thick flatbreads stuffed with combinations of meat, beans, and cheese.
5. Alejandro’s Mexican Food Pearl City
Located just a couple of miles east of Waipahu at 850 Kamehameha Hwy. in next-door Pearl City, Alejandro’s is open from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm Tuesday through Saturday. If you need something spicy, saucy, and filling, you can’t go wrong with a wet burrito combo plate.
These five great restaurants are all guaranteed to provide you with the enjoyment of a Mexican meal without having to fly across the Pacific. Before you stop for dinner, come see us at Tony Hyundai Waipio to explore our inventory.
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