Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Domingo, Pete's Tako House and Orderup, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap mexican restaurants in San Antonio. Great mexican food that fits your budget.
San Antonio's Cheap Mexican Destinations
San Antonio is home to a vibrant array of budget-friendly dining destinations that celebrate the city's rich culinary heritage through authentic Mexican flavors and classic American comfort food. This collection features local favorites ranging from the riverside charm of Casa Rio and Domingo to the casual, quick-service staples like Taco Palenque and Orderup. Whether you are seeking a morning boost at Anacacho Coffee & Cantina or a late-night bite at Sancho's Cantina & Cocina and Pete's Tako House, these spots offer delicious, high-quality meals that are as easy on the wallet as they are satisfying.
11 restaurants in Best Cheap Mexican Restaurants in San Antonio | Cheap Mexican Food
- Domingo · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Pete's Tako House · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Orderup: American.
- Casa Rio: Mexican.
- Anacacho Coffee & Cantina: Mexican.
- La Botánica: Mexican.
- Rocky's Taco House #2: Mexican.
- Mi Tierra Cafe & Bakery: Mexican.
- Ácenar Hot Mex Cool Bar: Mexican.
- Taco Palenque: Mexican.
- Sancho's Cantina & Cocina: 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.
