Craving Mexican food?

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

1. La Posada

Topping the list is La Posada. Located at 2105 W. Washington St. in Near Westside, the Mexican spot is the highest-rated affordable Mexican restaurant in Indianapolis, boasting 4.5 stars out of 77 reviews on Yelp.

On the menu, you'll find more than a dozen varieties of tacos, eight burrito options and an assortment of tortas and gorditas. The eatery also serves breakfast, including egg dishes.

2. The Tamale Place

Next up is Garden City's The Tamale Place, situated at 5226 Rockville Road With 4.5 stars out of 589 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option.

The restaurant serves up homemade corn tortillas, from an authentic Mexican recipe that is all natural and uses no preservatives, according to the business website. The tortillas are used for tamales, tacos and tortilla chips. Tamales come with chicken, pork, spicy pork or beef in a red or green sauce.

3. Burrito Joint

West Indianapolis' Burrito Joint, located at 3359 W. Morris St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the affordable Mexican spot four stars out of 39 reviews.

The business offers street tacos and an array of burritos stuffed with beef, chicken, pork, cheese, beans, avocados and more. 

4. 3 in 1 Restaurant

3 in 1 Restaurant, a Salvadoran spot that offers tacos and more in St Vincent-Greenbriar, is another much-loved, affordable go-to, with five stars out of 83 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1413 W. 86th St., Suite A2 to see for yourself.

The signature item off the menu is a pupusa, which is made with corn flour and stuffed with a choice of chicken, cheese, beans,  jalapeños  and more. Tacos, burritos flautas and quesadillas are filled with a choice of chicken, spicy pork, steak and cheese, and there are also empanadas and tamales. 

5. La Parada

Over in Near Eastside, check out La Parada, which has earned four stars out of 503 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the Mexican spot by heading over to 1642 E. New York St., Suite A.

Start with one of the 10 different soups, which offer a choice of chicken, beef, pork, goat, and seafood. Then, choose from one of the combination plates that feature tacos, flautas, a tostada, tamales, enchiladas and more. There's also a kids menu and a variety of adult beverages. Click here to view the menu.

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