Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Alvaro's Tacos, Chez José and Cafe Cinco Siete PDX, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap mexican restaurants in Portland. Great mexican food that fits your budget.
Portland's Cheap Mexican Destinations
Portland’s vibrant food scene offers an array of budget-friendly Mexican eateries that deliver big flavors without the high price tag. While authentic street tacos and traditional tamales from spots like Alvaro's Tacos and Canby Asparagus Farm Casa de Tamales take center stage, this collection also features a diverse mix of American comfort food and German-inspired fare. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite at Niños Birrieria or enjoying a relaxed meal at Thatcher's, these local favorites ensure a satisfying and affordable dining experience across the Rose City.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Mexican Restaurants in Portland | Cheap Mexican Food
- Alvaro's Tacos · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Chez José · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Cafe Cinco Siete PDX · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Birdie Time Pub · rated 5/5: American.
- Mighty Bowl · rated 5/5: American.
- Elephants Delicatessen · rated 5/5: American.
- Thatcher's · rated 5/5: American.
- Mio Sushi · rated 5/5: Japanese.
- Bar Carlo · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Casa Colima · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Dos Hermanos Bakery · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Rocio's · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Niños Birrieria · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Park City Pub · rated 4/5: American.
- Henry Higgins Boiled Bagels · rated 4/5: American.
- Si Señor · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Dos Hermanos Bakery · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Canby Asparagus Farm Casa de Tamales · rated 3/5: Mexican.
- Cha! Cha! Cha! · rated 3/5: Mexican.
- Tom's Pancake House · rated 3/5: American.
- The Big Legrowlski · rated 3/5: Mexican.
- Muchas Gracias · rated 3/5: Mexican.
- Muchas Gracias · rated 3/5: Mexican.
- Ice Queen · rated 2/5: American.
- Tecos · rated 2/5: Mexican.
- Tacovore: Mexican.
- Red E Café: American.
- Tamale Boy: Mexican.
- Taco Pedaler: Mexican.
- Tight Tacos: Mexican.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
