Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Anita's cuisine, L Chingon Mexican Cuisine and El Mariachi, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap mexican restaurants in Washington Heights. Great mexican food that fits your budget.
Washington Heights's Cheap Mexican Destinations
Discover the vibrant flavors of Washington Heights with this collection of affordable Mexican gems that offer a true taste of the neighborhood without breaking the bank. From the quick-service convenience of Hernandez Cuisine on the Wheels and Punto Final Food Truck to the welcoming atmosphere of Refried Beans, these spots serve up authentic tacos, savory enchiladas, and even surprising American or Italian-inspired dishes. This diverse selection ensures that whether you are craving a traditional street-side snack or a hearty sit-down meal, you will find a satisfying and budget-friendly experience right in the heart of Upper Manhattan.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Mexican Restaurants in Washington Heights | Cheap Mexican Food
- Anita's cuisine · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- L Chingon Mexican Cuisine · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- El Mariachi · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Tu Antojo Juice Cafe Bar & Grill · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Hernandez Cuisine on the Wheels · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- El Presi's · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Punto Final Food Truck · rated 4.9/5: Mexican.
- Tacosmoy · rated 4.8/5: Mexican.
- Tu Sonrisa · rated 4.6/5: Mexican.
- Marilu & Daysi · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Refried Beans · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- El Mariachi · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- Antojitos Mexicanos · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Con Sabor A Mexico · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Tacos Moy · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- TACO INN · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- El Mariachi · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- La Cabaña Salvadoreña · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Don Julio · rated 4.1/5: Mexican.
- Mi Ranchito · rated 4.1/5: Mexican.
- El Conde Nuevo · rated 4.1/5: Mexican.
- Benvenuto Pizza 2 · rated 4.1/5: Italian.
- Tacos azteca 2 · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- El Paisa · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Mi Paso · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- El Azteca & El Guanaco · rated 3.9/5: Mexican.
- Punto De Sabor · rated 3.8/5: Mexican.
- Chano · rated 3.8/5: Mexican.
- Viva Mexico Mexican Cuisine · rated 3.6/5: Mexican.
- Ortega's · rated 3.5/5: 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.
