Craving Mexican food?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Mexican restaurants around Sunnyvale, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. El Califas Tacos
Topping the list is El Califas Tacos. Located at 499 N. Mathilda Ave. in West Murphy, the food truck, which offers tacos and more, is the highest-rated cheap Mexican restaurant in Sunnyvale, boasting five stars out of 97 reviews on Yelp.
The restaurant was founded by Carlos Uribe and inspired by authentic Mexican taquerias.
2. Taqueria Patzcuaro
Next up is Ponderosa's Taqueria Patzcuaro, situated at 603 Old, San Francisco RD. With 4.5 stars out of 170 reviews on Yelp, the food truck and Mexican spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.
Shweta G. noted, "The food tastes really good. There's a nice collection of sauces that you can choose from and take away."
3. Cato's Tacos
Washington's Cato's Tacos, located at 1035 W. El Camino Real, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the affordable food truck and Mexican spot five stars out of 48 reviews.
Cato's Tacos serves burritos, quesadillas, tortas and tacos.
4. Margaritas Taqueria
Margaritas Taqueria, a food truck and Mexican spot in West Murphy, is another much-loved, affordable go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 75 Yelp reviews. Head over to 395 N. Fair Oaks Ave. to see for yourself.
Stop by for tacos, burritos and mariscos at this restaurant that dishes up a signature orange sauce.
5. Tarasco Taqueria
Over in Lakewood, check out Tarasco Taqueria, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 89 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the food truck and Mexican spot by heading over to 1101 N. Lawrence Expressway.
Yelper Gigi D., who reviewed Tarasco Taqueria on Nov. 5 wrote, "If you are looking for a taco truck for your special event, look no further. Tarasco Taqueria served up the best, freshest and most authentic tacos, quesadillas and more."
Heather R. noted, "Tarasco Taqueria is a taco truck well worth checking out. I got an asada and a pastor taco. The brisket one was very flavorful."
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