Order the best Mexican near Hacienda Heights, CA

Best Mexican Restaurants Nearby in Hacienda Heights

Taco Bell

Taco Bell

4.4
(3k+)
• Mexican • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 11.7 mi • 44 min
Farther away
"my two special tacos were warm and crunchy. my roommates burrito Supreme was loaded and really warm. it's like eating at Taco Bell without leaving the house. Oh Yeah!!!"
"The Nachos were okay but there was hardly any chicken plus I paid extra for guacamole and got barely a teaspoon. It was a little disappointing but it did taste pretty good."
Crunchwrap Supreme®
A warm flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, a crispy tostada shell, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and reduced-fat sour cream folded into our signature Crunchwrap form and grilled to go (530 cal.)
$6.89
Chicken Quesadilla
A large flour tortilla filled with a blend of mozzarella, pepperjack, and cheddar cheeses, grilled, marinated all-white-meat chicken, Creamy Jalapeño sauce, and grilled to perfection. (490 cal.)
$6.66
Bean Burrito
A warm flour tortilla filled with refried beans, Red Sauce, diced onions, and shredded cheddar cheese. Item is lacto-ovo, allowing for dairy & egg consumption. Preparation methods may lead to cross contact with meat. See ta.co for full details. (360 cal.)
$2.87
Beefy 5-Layer Burrito
A warm flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, refried beans, reduced-fat sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese with a layer of warm Nacho Cheese sauce wrapped around it. (490 cal.)
$4.96
Molca Salsa

Molca Salsa

4.6
(700+)
• Mexican • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 7.6 mi • 39 min
Farther away
Wallet-Friendly
"Molcasalsa has the best refried beans around. Fight me, I'm gonna win. Frequent Flyer tip: I like a lot of cheese in my Bean & Cheese burritos, and I never have to ask for extra here cuz they do it RIGHT. Chicken Taco s are big and delicious. Molcasalsa is open 24 hours a day and is always delicious and fresh. I've been going there for more than a decade and won't be stopping anytime soon."
"The food is good and the portions are great,but they need to fire whoever is in charge of of quality control. 80% of the time I get fish tacos from here they are burnt way beyond the point of being edible. Also, half the time the salsa is just watered down and bad. Wish this place was more consistent, I'd order from here weekly if it was."
3 Rolled Tacos w/ Guacamole & Cheese
Carne asada, potatoes, pico de gallo, cheese.
$7.32
Bean & Cheese
Char-grilled, marinated steak, expertly seasoned for an authentic flavor. With guacamole and pico de gallo
$7.61
5 Rolled Tacos W/ Guacamole & Cheese
Tasty shrimp wrapped in a soft tortilla with pico de gallo, rice, cheese, cabbage, tartar sauce and red sauce
$10.97
California
A steamed flour tortilla filled with refried beans, rice, carne asada, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, tomatoes.
$14.51
El Atacor #2

El Atacor #2

4.3
(1k+)
• Mexican • Seafood
$0 delivery fee • 10.3 mi • 40 min
Farther away
"OMG they don't miss ! Portions are good im able to share them with others. Burrito de Carne al Gusto / Meat of Choice Burrito I got asada no beans just rice and cilantro & cebolla it had plenty of meat . Just opened my tacos to take a pic looks great . Extra side of chips was included and appreciated (: thanks again for this restaurant always delicious"
"I'm doingI'mWow this wet burrito is amazing, and my wife is really stoked on the beans and cheese. I would definitely say it's still hot, it's a great value to have two burritos for myself, one that more than filled my wife up. Ordering again!"
Nachos con Carne / Nachos with Beef
Burrito mojado en salsa ranchera roja cubierto con queso. / Wet burrito in red ranch sauce topped with cheese.
$20.81
Taco
3 piezas con carne de tu elección servidas con arroz y frijoles y ensalada fresca. / 3 pieces with your choice of meat served with rice and beans and fresh salad.
$3.01
Burrito Mojado / Wet Burrito
Masa de sope frita con guarnición. / Sope dough deep fried with garnish.
$16.35
Burrito de Carne al Gusto / Meat of Choice Burrito
Asada Fries with beans, Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, and guacamole.
$14.94
Banda Burrito

Banda Burrito

4.6
(10+)
• Mexican • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 2.2 mi • 40 min
El Chamuco Combo
Chorizo, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese and sliced jalapeños, all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla with a side of salsa. It’s almost a sin not to enjoy this heavenly creation. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$15.73
Nacho Abuela's Nachos
Freshly cooked tortilla chips, with Pepper Jack queso, cheddar cheese, seasoned nacho meat, pico de gallo and sour cream on the side to keep the chips crunchy. A snack that would make your abuela proud!
$6.96
El Desvelado Combo
Shredded beef, fresh avocado, 5-pepper sauce, fire-roasted bell peppers & onions, red-skinned potatoes and cheddar cheese in a warm flour tortilla with a side of salsa. Buenas noches, indeed. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$17.67
El Chamuco
Chorizo, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese and sliced jalapeños, all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla with a side of salsa. It’s almost a sin not to enjoy this heavenly creation.
$12.11
Jack in the Box

Jack in the Box

4.3
(2k+)
• Fast Food • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 1.3 mi • 25 min
"Onion rings were burnt but the burger was good "
"very oily sandwichand meat is ripped apart seems like not fresh or messed up, was a waste of money."
Build Your Own Munchie Meal
Pick between 1 of 4 different entrees, 2 sides and a drink to create your own Munchie Meal. We believe in the freedom of choice.
$15.39
6 Tacos Party Pack
6 crunchy tacos w/ melty American cheese, shredded lettuce & signature taco sauce. This digital exclusive is the only six-pack you need. 1020 calories.
$7.04
Stuffed Jalapenos (7)
Crispy breaded and fried jalapenos, stuffed with oozing melty cheese. Poems will be written about these. 510 calories.
$8.11
Jack's Spicy Chicken® Combo
100% all white meat spicy crispy chicken fillet with freshly cut lettuce & tomato and mayo on an all-new buttery brioche bun, plus fries and a drink. It's silly how delicious this is. Really. 2330 calories.
$16.27
Taqueria el Atacor

Taqueria el Atacor

4.5
(200+)
• Mexican • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 13.1 mi • 50 min
Farther away
"The nachos are good fresh meat ,"
"I clearly asked for chips and salsa and they still forgot to add them to my order. It's not the first time this happens... I wish they would pay more attention to that when it comes to burritos; they should always come accompanied by chips and salsa. I'm paying for the item."
Burrito
Filled with rice, beans and your choice of Protein, accompanied by fresh salsa.
$11.52
Corn patty -(Sopes)
Thick corn patty topped with beans, lettuce, cheese, and your choice of your protein.
$5.46
Nachos con carne
Tortilla chips smothered in meat and flavorful toppings. with beans, Mozzarella cheese, sour cream and guacamole.
$14
Wet Burrito (1 Burrito Mojado)
A large flour tortilla filled with your protein, rice, beans, and topped with choice of your sauce and melted cheese.
$14.04
ROMEROS MEXICAN DRIVE THRU

ROMEROS MEXICAN DRIVE THRU

Mexican Food
$0 delivery fee • 11.0 mi • 46 min
Farther away
Carne Asada Street Taco
Cilantro , Cebollas
$4.88
Carne Asada Burrito
Rice, Bean, Onion. Cilantro
$18.69
Carne Asada Nachos
Beans, Cheese, Sour Cream, Guac, Pico de Gallo
$21.79
Ramen Birria Bowl
Rice, Beans, Cheese, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo
$18.19
Don Pancho's Bakery

Don Pancho's Bakery

4.6
(30+)
• Mexican • Latin American
$0 delivery fee • 12.6 mi • 48 min
Farther away
"MENUDO bien contento! Los tamales tambien! Solo pido un poco de oregano y alamejor paquetes de salsa pero voy a ordenar de nuevo. Duermo Agusto Hoy!"
"My muffin was hard likea rock. not eve slacking it in th champurrado, made it good. the bolillo from my torta was also old. I'm so disappointed and hungry. since I didn't get to eat."
RICOS TAMALES/Cooked everyday1
Savory masa pockets filled with tender shredded meat, topped with zesty green salsa. Dive into this tamale goodness!
$3.3
MINI CONCHITAS
Rich, velvety chocolate blended with hearty corn flour for a thick, comforting Mexican hot drink.
$4.49
Champurrado
A bolillo roll filled with smooth cream cheese and slices of spicy jalapeño.
$6.5
Avena / Oatmeal
A fiesta of 12 tamales, filled with your choice of savory pork, chicken, cheese, or beans, all wrapped in a tender corn masa delight.!
$6.5
NORMS

NORMS

4.4
(5k+)
• Breakfast • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 4.5 mi • 39 min
"Norms Eggs Benedict is soo gosh darn delicious. whether it super hot and super fresh or if you need to reheat on the microwave which is very rare. A++ all the way."
"ordered onion rings received 4 about 1 inch wide they were soggy. Sandwich had meat covering less than half sandwich. very dry no mayo"
CLASSIC BIGGER BETTER BREAKFAST
2 Bacon Strips, 2 Link Sausages, 2 Eggs, Ham and Hash Browns or Fruit. Choice of Toast or 2 Buttermilk Hotcakes.
$14.81
LUMBERJACK BREAKFAST
3 Eggs, 3 strips of Bacon, 3 Link Sausages, golden Hash Browns, and 3 Buttermilk Hotcakes.
$19.54
SO CAL BREAKFAST
2 Eggs any style, 2 Buttermilk Hotcakes or Toast, Hash Browns. Choice of 2 Bacon Strips or 2 Sausage Links
$14.29
COUNTRY FRIED BREAKFAST & EGGS
Served with 2 Farm-Fresh Eggs, Golden Hash Browns or Fresh Fruit, and your choice of Toast, English Muffin, Biscuit & Gravy or 2 Buttermilk Hotcakes.
$19.25
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

4.7
(3k+)
• Coffee • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 7.1 mi • 38 min
Farther away
$7 off on $25+
"Wow! I stopped ordering from my local coffee bean bc they gave me both cold drinks and pastries that were requested oven warm. Baldwin Park is the best! You guys are farther away from me but the drinks are always hot and that is very much appreciated. Great job! "
"CoffeeBean & Tea Leaf continues to deliver excellent quality foods & drinks! •Coffee Cakes & Loaves|Lemon Loaf : A tart & delicious pound cake style slice with a tart & sweet glaze that goes ¾ of the way around the loaf, unlike that othere place that sometimes barely makes it across the top. •Coffee Cakes & Loaves|Coffee Crumble Cake : Just enough spice to catch your attention, and the Crumble lives up to it's name, there were crumbles everywhere! • Pastries|Chocolate Chip Cookie : a classic rich chocolate chip cookie. My only minus is that for the price, it should have included 2 cookies . . . because I really wanted a second one! •Sweet Treats|Madeleine 3 Pack : The madeline pack was perfect to save for the next day! I had them with a cup of tea this morning. Most and delicious! • Mocha Ice Blended® drink never fails to deliver pure chocolate bliss with a generous dollop of whip cream to blend into the drink for added richness. Promptly delivered and followed directions to a tee!"
Iced Lattes|Iced Vanilla Latte
Freshly pulled shots of espresso with our French Deluxe™ vanilla powder and non-fat milk over ice.
$7.85
Caramel Ice Blended® drink
A sweet treat blends our delicious coffee extract, French Deluxe™ vanilla powder, non-fat milk, caramel sauce, and our signature pebble ice.
$7.91
Bagels|Cheese Jalapeño Bagel
A classic New York-style bagel with a delicious combination of cheese and jalapeño. Ask for it toasted and/or with cream cheese. 290 Calories
$4.93
Cold Brew|Vietnamese Cold Brew
Combines sweetened condensed milk with our dark-roasted Cold Brew Coffee to create our spin on a wildly popular Vietnamese café staple.
$7.66
KK DONUTS

KK DONUTS

4.9
(80+)
• Donuts • Smoothies
$0 delivery fee • 6.4 mi • 45 min
"3. Sausage, Ham, Egg & Cheese was great and was a big portion . Ordered a 12. BLT on French Roll w/ avocado that was also big. Apple Fritter was soft with crunchy bits baked well. Hot Coffee was fresh."
"Great donuts! "
1. Ham & Cheese Croissant
Ham and cheese only croissant baked to perfection.
$5.66
12. BLT Sandwich
Bacon, lettuce, tomato enjoyed on your choice of bread.
$9.3
3. Sausage, Ham, Egg & Cheese
Freshly prepared sausage, ham, egg, and cheese enjoyed on a croissant.
$9.33
17. Turkey, Avocado
Delicious turkey and alvocado sandwich served with lettuce, tomato, bell pepper, onion, and pickles.
$11.21
Fresh Donuts

Fresh Donuts

4.7
(200+)
• Donuts • Muffin
$0 delivery fee • 5.1 mi • 34 min
"Order the BLT in a croissant and it's very good!"
"Donuts are always so good"
1/2 Dozen
Mix cake, round, twist, bar, French cruller.
$9.9
Donut holes (12)
Sandwich with traditional breakfast ingredients such as meat and egg.
$3.49
Breakfast Sandwich
Choice of flavor.
$8.46
Starbucks

Starbucks

4.9
(100+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 12.2 mi • 44 min
Farther away
Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
First we shake Starbucks® Blonde espresso, brown sugar and cinnamon together, and then top it off with oatmilk and ice for a cool lift to power you through your day. If Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast is not available, Signature Espresso Roast will be substituted.
$9.42
Hot Chocolate
Steamed milk with chocolate-flavored syrups. Topped with sweetened whipped cream and chocolate-flavored drizzle. A timeless classic made to sweeten your spirits.
$6.42
Plain Bagel
Classic soft, chewy and thick New York–style bagel. Available with cream cheese or butter. - VEGAN
$4
Iced Caramel Macchiato
We combine our rich, full-bodied espresso with vanilla-flavored syrup, milk and ice, then top it off with a caramel drizzle for an oh-so-sweet finish.
$9.17
SK Donuts & Ice Cream

SK Donuts & Ice Cream

American • Ice Cream Store
$0 delivery fee • 10.0 mi • 39 min
Farther away
Ham & Cheese
Layers of ham and melted cheese nestled in a flaky croissant, offering a savory delight with each bite.
$5.99
Cinnamon Roll
Spice up your day with jalapeños, layered with savory ham, creamy cheese, and a fluffy egg, all nestled together for a delicious bite.
$3.49
Polish Sausage
Sink your teeth into this donut glazed with a sweet, luscious coating, sprinkled with colorful confetti bits for a delightful crunch.
$11.49
Jalapeño Ham
Tender turkey breast, Swiss cheese, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy pickles, and red onions all tucked in a fluffy croissant.
$14.49
Homestyle Donuts

Homestyle Donuts

American • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 9.1 mi • 46 min
Farther away
$5 off on $15+
Bacon
(Turkey, Bacon, Avocado)
$10
Club Sandwich
(Cake, Old Fashioned, Glaze, Twist, Bar)
$13.75
Chorizo
(Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese, Red Onion, Tomato, Capers)
$13.33
Bacon
(Ham, Bacon, Sausage)
$12
Mi Fondita de Hacienda Heights - 15223 Gale Ave

Mi Fondita de Hacienda Heights - 15223 Gale Ave

Mexican • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
Carne Asada Plate
Ranchera topped with grilled onions, grilled jalapeño, grilled cactus paddles. Served with a side of rice, beans, salad, and 3 handmade tortillas.
$18.98
Pupusas
Choose between a single ingredient or a combination of chicharron, beans, and cheese. Served with a side of curtido and special pupusa salsa.
$4.53
Chilaquiles with Eggs and Meat
Contains your choice of meat, beans, onions, tomatoes, avocados, lettuce, sour cream, mayo, grilled mozzarella cheese, and your choice of salsa (red, green, avocado, and habanero salsa).
$18.48
Tortas
Contains beef and mixed vegetables. Served with a side of rice, onions, cilantro, diced jalapeños, lemons, and 3 handmade tortillas.
$12.08
Fuego Cravings - Whittier (Mexican Restaurant)

Fuego Cravings - Whittier (Mexican Restaurant)

4.6
(700+)
• Mexican • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
$5 off on $40+
"Fuego Cravings in Whittier is hands down my go-to spot for authentic Mexican food! 🌮🔥 The birria tacos are insanely flavorful, the quesabirrias are perfectly cheesy and crispy, and the breakfast burrito is a must-try! Portions are generous, food is always fresh and hot, and everything is made with quality ingredients. The chilaquiles plate is my new favorite — perfect for brunch or lunch! 💯 I’ve ordered several times on DoorDash, and the service is always fast and reliable. The packaging keeps everything intact, and the food tastes just as good as dining in. Don’t sleep on the mini churros or the guac and chips either. 😋 Whether you’re craving tacos, burritos, or loaded fries, this is the best Mexican restaurant in Whittier for delivery or takeout."
"Perfect spot to satisfy your cravings! I ordered quite a few items and everything was delivered perfectly prepared and packaged, clean and had plenty of salsa and utensils. I dont usually write reviews in my many years of door- dashing , but I was pleasantly impressed with the quality of food taste, options and execution."
STREET TACO
Authentic Mexican street tacos on fresh corn tortillas, topped with onion, cilantro, and guacamole sauce. Choose from birria, asada, al pastor, chicken, carnitas, or chorizo.
$3.13
AGUAS FRESCAS
efresh yourself with our aguas frescas, made fresh every day using rare, seasonal ingredients. Each glass delivers bold, authentic flavors you won’t find anywhere else.
$6.77
CLASSIC BURRITO
A hearty 13-inch flour tortilla filled with your choice of protein, beans, cheese, rice, onion, and cilantro.
$17.59
BREAKFAST BURRITO
A 13” flour tortilla packed with savory Angus asada, crispy bacon, fluffy eggs, hearty beans, golden fries, melted cheese, fresh onion, and cilantro for the ultimate morning fuel
$18.35
Peter's El Loco

Peter's El Loco

4.5
(300+)
• Mexican • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee
"Nobody makes a better bean and cheese or combo burrito. The taquitos and guac are delish. Perfection.. Our El Loco in Arcadia closed years ago and just figured out this one is related. So happy "
"The Loco Nachos had very little to no meat in it. Also some of the chips were stale. Very much different from the first time I ordered."
Breakfast Burrito
Scrambled eggs, breakfast protein of your choice, mixed with fresh mashed potatoes, homestyle refried pinto beans, shredded Monterey Jack + cheddar cheese on a large flour tortilla
$13.04
Loco Nachos
Served in a plate of fried tortilla chips, choice of meat, refried beans, red hot sauce, guacamole, sour cream, topped with Monterey Jack and Cheddar Cheese.
$18.22
Loco Fries
Served in a plate of steak fries, refried beans, sour cream, avocado, cheddar & Monterey jack cheese, fresh guacamole, red hot sauce
$18.89
Soda
Homemade shell taco with fresh cooked potatoes, smashed + special seasoning and cheese. Served with fresh lettuce, diced tomato, and Monterey jack + cheddar cheese
$5.51
Birrieria La Suprema LLC

Birrieria La Suprema LLC

4.6
(1k+)
• Birria • Quesadillas
$0 delivery fee
"The Quesataco Birria Tacoswere amazing. I got their consomé & asked for their onion/cilantro plus red salsa on the side. So much flavor & very filling! Def recommend!"
"This place NEVER disappoints, whether eating in person or ordering out. The food tastes great, it's fresh and you get a lot for what you pay. The tacos are awesome!"
Quesataco Birria Tacos
Birria tacos with your choice of meat (beef, or goat) topped with cheese, onions, cilantro and red salsa then grilled to perfection with the juice from the meat. For best results try the tacos with the dipping sauce. EACH TACO SOLD SEPERATELY.(Dipping Sauce listed separately under house specials) A
$3.5
Horchata
Birria (goat or beef) house specialty of delicious goat meat with a cup of broth on the side served with rice, beans and side of onions, cilantro and handmade tortillas.
$4.21
Birria Combo
Tacos made from homemade tortillas topped with onions, cilantro, salsa and your choice of meat: asada, birria (goat), carnitas, al pastor, barbacoa(beef), or chicken.
$18.07
El Bukanas

El Bukanas

4.5
(2k+)
• Mexican • Tacos
$0 delivery fee
Wallet-Friendly
"I ordered the carne asada Wet Burrito Mojado and Classic Burrito asada. I'm very picky, I finally found my go to burritos. Green sauce is so tasty and doesn't have an artificial flavor. The Classic Burrito is a good size and was perfect for my son. Both had plenty of meat! "
"what happened today? I ordered a carne Asada Torta and the meat was hard and dry. there was no lettuce tomato or avocado. I don't even think there was mayonnaise. there was a ton of bread and hardly any filling. I paid a fistful of dollars for Guacamole & Chips now the guacamole tasted great but the chips came in the smallest bag that I would have expected to be given as a freebie. furthermore, about half of the chips were greasy and soggy instead of crispy. this place used to be my go to for tortas, but now I'm not sure I will order from them again."
Tacos Gobernador
A Top Seller. Three tacos, hand-made tortilla, cheese, shrimp
$13.09
Chilaquiles
Tortilla chips, red salsa, over-easy eggs, sour cream, queso fresco, avocado, pickled red onions. Served with choice of breakfast potatoes or toast
$18.52
Breakfast Burrito
Two local farmed scrambled eggs, green onions, potatoes, three thick cut smoked bacon, jack cheese, chipotle dressing
$12.26
Chorizo & Eggs Burrito
House made chorizo, scrambled eggs, green onions, potatoes, jack cheese, pico de gallo
$11.61

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