3 Best Mexican Restaurants in Edinburgh

“Wahaca's mission is to provide excellent food made using fresh ingredients. The restaurant is located just a 2-minute walk from the Scott Monument in Edinburgh. Wahaca offers market-style food and cocktails with a lively soundtrack. Wahaca proudly serves MasterChef winner Thomasina Miers' award-winning Mexican street food. They invite you to taste their delicious tacos with a freshly shaken margarita. Their margaritas are served with Gran Centenario 100% agave tequila on the rocks. Complete your meals with their yummy churros, vegan churros, banoffee empanadas and chocolate and pecan brownies. The restaurant offers a range of available facilities, including accessible toilets, baby changing, gluten and vegan menus, kids' menus, outdoor dining, private event spaces, step-free access, takeaway options, and complimentary wifi.”

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“Mariachi Restaurant is a colourful, family-run Mexican cantina serving familiar food and margaritas in a fun ambience. This is located between the Camera Obscura and Greyfriars Kirkyard. Their amazing bartenders will whip you up some of the tastiest cocktails in the capital. Mariachi Restaurant is the perfect place to unwind after a busy day or celebrate a special occasion with friends and family, offering a vibrant atmosphere and delicious cuisine. They stock an almighty range of the finest Tequila and Mezcal to sip alongside local beers or your Mexican favourites. They use the finest ingredients to make many different styles of Mexican cuisine. Mariachi Restaurant has many dishes, from traditional, family-style dishes to simple street food and Tex-Mex favourites. Their bar stocks an extensive range of imported Mexican beers, 100% Agave Tequilas and premium spirits from across the globe. You can try their yummy classic Mexican dishes with a sip of margaritas. Mariachi Restaurant is highly recommended for vegetarians. They also serve vegan dishes.”

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“Las Iguanas Edinburgh is a well-known restaurant serving all your favourite sizzling Mexican and South American dishes in Scotland's capital, blending modern style with classic heritage. As you step inside, you'll be transported to a vibrant world of Latin American energy. Their legendary cocktail menu adds to the festive atmosphere, with Happy Hour cocktails available every day. Join them on a flavorful journey through Central and South America, from the bustling markets of Mexico to the sunny beaches of Brazil. Their menu captures the vibrant and diverse cuisines of the region. Take advantage of their Fiesta Festiva brunch lineup, where you can sip on five selected drinks, including cocktails, beer, bubbles, and spirits. Raise a glass to a next-level festive Christmas brunch. Under-18s are not permitted in Las Iguanas Edinburgh after 10 pm, and bookings for parties including under-18s cannot be accepted after 8 pm. They also serve vegan dishes.”

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