A cosmopolitan city with a small-town vibe, Zurich, Switzerland is perfect for foodies. While you’ll want to check out traditional Swiss dishes like classic fondue or raclette, Zurich’s culinary scene also offers international dishes.
So, while Mexico is 6,626 miles from Zurich as the crow flies, if it’s the authentic Mexican you’re craving, you’ll find the best at these 10 Mexican restaurants in Zurich.
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La Taqueria
Known as having the best tacos in town, La Taqueria has been serving the freshest Mexican dishes since 2013. The atmosphere is lively with colorful Latin decor and the friendly staff loves to help celebrate birthdays.
The menu is extensive at La Taqueria and includes all the Mexican favorites with a fresh twist such as Camarones, tacos with marinated shrimp with melted Oaxaca cheese, red cabbage, and a creamy salsa. Or try the super nachos topped with your favorite meat and all the trimmings such as beans, sour cream, and guacamole.
La Taqueria serves delicious beer cocktails like Michelada with freshly squeezed lime juice. End your meal with a Mexican dessert. The tres leches, sponge cake soaked in 3 kinds of milk is highly recommended.
- Address: Altstetterstrasse 140 A, 8048 Zurich
- Website: lataqueria.ch
Tacos Plaza
Dine out or order in at Tacos Plaza for fresh, authentic tacos, nachos, quesadillas, and spicy chicken wings at unbeatable prices. The extras menu includes traditional Mexican sides like guacamole, queso, and frijoles.
If you have a hard time deciding on a taco selection, go for the Taco Mix which includes 3 warm corn tortillas with a filling of your choice and topped with cilantro and onions. Or the Burrito Con Pollo is a good choice. It’s a warm wheat flour tortilla stuffed with marinated chicken, Mexican rice, crispy lettuce, and topped with salsa Fresca, and chipotle sauce.
Wash it all down with your favorite soft drink or beer.
- Address: Limmatstrasse 317, 8005 Zürich
- Website: tacosplaza.ch
Zapote
Zapote is a family-owned establishment specializing in delicious and healthy Californian-Mexican dishes. The homemade dishes include only the freshest regional products and meat exclusively from Schwiizer Buurehöf.
The menu features Gourmet Burritos or Burrito Bowls for the meat lover, vegetarian, or vegan, and market-fresh salad creations. Round off your meal with a hearty bowl of Mexican Tortilla Soup.
Zapote’s tortilla chips are homemade and freshly prepared daily. Dip them into delicious homemade salsas or guacamole. Even the iced tea is homemade and brewed with Swiss organic alpine herbs or hibiscus blossoms. Give your meal a sweet ending with a brownie, cupcake, or muffin—homemade, of course!
- Address: Löwenstrasse 11, 8001 Zürich
- Website: zapote.ch
Cartel Crazy Burrito Shack
Known for its huge burritos, Cartel Crazy Burrito Shack is the place to go with a big appetite. Order delivery or dine in with a background of Latino punk or favela rap music for an authentic Mexican vibe.
The menu offers beef, chicken, carnitas, or vegan/vegetarian burritos with pulled jackfruit, sweet potatoes, and grilled veggies. Build your own Super Burrito in three steps beginning with a grilled wheat tortilla. Add rice with fresh cilantro and lime choose, classic Mexican rice, or whole black beans cooked with epazote. Then top it off with corn, cheese, guac, or sour cream.
Cartel also serves delicious baked nachos and tacos. Choose from an extensive collection of soft drinks, beer, or wine.
- Address: Militärstrasse 14, 8004 Zürich
- Website: cartelburrito.ch
El Alebrije
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El Alebrije’s Mexican dishes are based on traditional original recipes that are constantly refined by a talented chef. They’re presented on imported Mexican crockery for an authentic experience. The restaurant also imported the equipment for preparing corn products and dishes from Mexico.
Everything on the menu is prepared by hand starting with the typical corn flatbread tortilla made from primeval blue corn when available. Choose from a variety of traditional Mexican dishes.
Dine indoors among cozy Latin decor or out on the breezy terrace.
- Address: Weinbergstrasse 107, 8006 Zürich
- Website: elalebrije.ch
Don Weber
“Everyone comes to the Don” for authentic Mexican cuisine and classic burgers. Dine indoors surrounded by charming Latin decor or out on the terrace by a quiet street.
Begin your meal with a selection from the starter menu such as BBQ chicken wings, hot chili poppers, quesadilla triangles, onion rings, tortilla chips with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole. Save room for a variety of burritos or fajitas. Or choose a creative entree such as Pollo en Mole Poblano made with sliced chicken slathered with a Mexican spicy chocolate chili sauce.
The bar menu includes margaritas, daiquiris, shots, spirits, and virgin cocktails.
- Address: Heinrichstrasse 213, 8005 Zürich
- Website: donweber.ch
Tres Amigos
The menu at Tres Amigos includes all the traditional Mexican favorites you’d expect, such as tacos, fajitas, burritos, and more. The chef’s homemade sauce makes every dish special. You get a huge quantity of food on each order. The Jumbo Fajita can be shared between two customers.
Tres Amigas will help you plan events for large groups. The ambiance is friendly and the decor is lively. Mexican beers and margaritas are served.
- Address: Querstrasse 16, 8050 Zürich
- Website: tresamigos.ch
El Luchador
At El Luchador, you won’t find Mexican food more authentic than this. There’s more to Mexican street-style classics than just Tex-Mex, such as tacos al pastor, quesadillas, and carnitas. To bring out the flavors and traditions of Mexico, the menu changes every week.
Mexican beers and cocktails are served along with excellent food. The atmosphere is friendly and easygoing.
- Address: Konradstrasse 69, 8005 Zürich
- Website: elluchador.ch
Casa Alegria
With a Mexican spiced beef goulash and tagliatelle with chilis in olive oil and bread, Casa Alegria offers a bit of fusion cuisine. Mexican hamburgers served with fries and a salad or burritos con carne with Mexican rice are good choices.
The portions are generous and the prices are reasonable. Try a delicious Caribbean cocktail before or after your meal.
- Address: Schaffhauserstrasse 116, 8152 Opfikon, Switzerland
- Website: by-khalid.ch
Papa Joe’s
Foodies from around the globe are welcomed at Papa Joe’s. The fajitas and quesadillas from the Tex-Mex menu are especially popular. A variety of wings including chili, honey, and barbeque are also on the menu along with burgers, specialty ribs like Carolina Honey and Swiss Chili ribs, salads, and dips.
For a Caribbean vibe at the bar, order a cocktail such as a Copacabana, Rumba Rum, or Fizzy Gin.
- Address: Schifflände 18, 8001 Zürich
- Website: papajoes.ch
