Pittsburgh/ Food & Drinks
Published on June 12, 2019
3 top options for low-priced Mexican food in PittsburghDoce Taqueria | Photo: Ken L./Yelp

Craving Mexican food?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Mexican restaurants around Pittsburgh, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.

1. Doce Taqueria

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Topping the list is Doce Taqueria. Located at 1220 E. Carson St. in Southside Flats, the food truck and Mexican spot is the highest rated cheap Mexican restaurant in Pittsburgh, boasting 4.5 stars out of 264 reviews on Yelp. 

On the menu, look for tacos, loaded nachos and build-your-own bowls with your choice of meat. Look for the pulled pork-stuffed corn tortilla. 

2. Las Palmas

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Next up is Oakland's Las Palmas, situated at 326 Atwood St. With 4.5 stars out of 219 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a cheap option.

This spot, which boasts another location in Brookline, was highlighted by The Pitt News for its brightly-lit space and music emanating from its corridors. Look for its chicken, steak and beef tacos with your choice of toppings. 

3. Bea Taco Town

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Central Business District's Bea Taco Town, located at 110 Smithfield St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive Mexican and Latin American spot four stars out of 29 reviews. 

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette named this spot as one of the city's best downtown lunches for under $10. On the menu, expect to find enchiladas, tacos and burritos. Look for the fish enchiladas topped with avocado, pico de gallo, sour cream and cheese.

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