Below is a list of the top and leading Mexican Restaurants in Christchurch. To help you find the best Mexican Restaurants located near you in Christchurch we put together our own list based on this rating points list.
Christchurch’s Best Mexican Restaurants:
The top rated Mexican Restaurants in Christchurch are:
- Mexicano’s – incredible food and drinks menu
- Chiwahwah Mexican Cantina Bar – extensive meal and snack selections
- Mexico Christchurch – vibrant interiors and delicious dishes
- Mexicali Fresh Spitfire Square – savoury goodness in every bite
- The Headless Mexican – classic meals from Mexico given a modern twist
Mexicano’s
Mexicano’s in Christchurch, New Zealand is home to the best-tasting quesadillas, tacos, ensaladas, and other Mexican treats. The local eatery is based in the Canterbury region and makes use of the finest products in the country to come up with modern Mexican specialties. Their menu starts with the entradas like corn chips, nachos, potato skins, and corn fritters. Main offerings include the quesadillas, alambres or fire-grilled meat skewers, tacos, ensaladas, enchiladas, and verduras. The highlight of the menu, the chef’s special or especialies de head honcho, features their Mexicano’s fried chicken, tiger prawn ceviche, ceviche of market fish, prawn tostada, and tuna tostada.
Products/Services:
Cerveza, Classic Margaritas, Shaken Fruit Margaritas, Mexicano’s Sangria, Mexicano’s Famous Cocktails, Wine By The Glass, Non-Alcoholic, Entradas, Tacos, Quesadillas, Alambres, Enchiladas, Ensaladas, Verduras, Postres, Especialies De Head Honcho, Sides
LOCATION:
Address: 131 Victoria Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013
Phone: (433) 655-330
Website: www.mexicanos.co.nz
REVIEWS:
“I stopped in at this restaurant as a lover of Mexican cuisine. What impressed me most was the absolute stand out hospitality and respectful service I received. I was greeted by numerous staff all of which were helpful and inviting providing me with service I seldom come across these days. Friendly, inviting, tasty food, fantastic authentic drinks and beautifully kind staff. A big five out of five for me! Totally recommend if you want friendly service good food and good vibes for a night out!” –Rebekah Daniel
Chiwahwah Mexican Cantina Bar
Chiwahwah Mexican Cantina Bar serves mouth-watering dishes filled with homemade goodness to the Christchurch community of New Zealand. Their appetizers include corn chips, Mexican bread, tobacco squid, potatoes and cucumber. Classic tacos can be filled with fish, pork, lamb, beef, chicken, duck, or vegetables. Meanwhile, the specials section features their signature meals like Mexican fried chicken, grilled meats and veggies on skewers, quesadillas, asada, and sopa seca. They also have a modern take on the classic tacos, which is named the taco moderno. Nori shells are toasted and filled with either chicken, crabs, salmon or vegetables.
Products/Services:
Postres, Port & Vino De Postre, Tequila Liqueur, Te Caliente, Aperitivos / Entrantes, Taco Clasico, Taco Moderno, Ceviche, Lados, Especialidades, La Ensalada / Las Veucluas, Platos
LOCATION:
Address: 136 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011
Phone: (439) 259-716
Website: www.chiwahwah.co.nz
REVIEWS:
“The best Mexican food we have ever had. Great venue, great value for money and delicious food, and the staff are really amazing. This place is so good.” –Thomas Cristina
Mexico Christchurch
Mexico Christchurch is the Canterbury community’s beloved Mexican eatery that serves amazing meals and snacks. Each dish represents the vibrant culture of Mexico and its colourful streets mostly home to festivals and celebrations. The local restaurant uses seasonal ingredients which adds variety to their food menu. Combine that with the complex flavours present in every dish, and you got an incredible culinary feast. Diners are encouraged to never miss the specialty section which showcases the “Mexico fried chicken”, crispy cauliflower florets, Mexican street torta, Oaxaca tortilla and fish ceviche.
Products/Services:
Snacks, Mexico Specialities, Quesadillas, Tacos, Sides, Desserts
LOCATION:
Address: 203 Manchester Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011
Phone: (433) 745-422
Website: www.mexico.net.nz
REVIEWS:
“One of the best places in Christchurch to be, for a real authentic Mexican experience. Food was deliciously amazing, quick, hot, fresh and tasty, staff was fast, attentive, kind, helpful and just actually amazing, I give this place an easy 10/10. I just came back from Mexico in Feb last year and being at Mexico Christchurch today sent me back on holiday. I highly recommend going here if you are looking for cost-effective, very yummy, child and wheelchair friendly, kind staff service… this is the place to be.” –Dannii Rasmussen
Mexicali Fresh Spitfire Square
Mexicali Fresh Spitfire Square’s owners Tyler & Conor Kerlin are foodies who love the smell of chillies and can gobble an entire pan of tacos all by themselves. Their love affair with Mexican cuisine started in California and when they relocated to New Zealand they decided to bring the family recipe as well. The Christchurch-based restaurant specializes in burritos, tacos, quesadillas, nachos, and other Mexican snacks. Several flavours and filling options are available for the burrito including beef barbacoa, garlic and lime chargrilled chicken, grilled fajita veggies, minced beef, and selected vegetables like beans and cabbage mixed with brown rice.
Products/Services:
Nachos & Fries, Green Salad, Burritos, Tacos, Taco Salad, Quesadillas, Catering – Fiesta Kits, Drinks, Other Good Stuff, Kids, Cheapskates
LOCATION:
Address: 5/530-544 Memorial Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch 8053
Phone: (439) 741-084
Website: www.mexicalifresh.co.nz
REVIEWS:
“Taco Tuesday is the best thing invented and the staff was training a new girl and she made sure to ask questions to get it right which was really nice and they were so patient with her. Love it!” –Alisha Shrestha
The Headless Mexican
The Headless Mexican serves authentic dishes from Mexico infused with a Kiwi flair. It is situated in the beautiful Christchurch neighbourhood of the Canterbury region. They have a vibrant atmosphere delivered by handmade interiors and decorations representing the bustling streets of Mexico. It is complemented by soft Mexican music in the background which makes the area perfect for a group of friends or families. All items in the menu are prepared from fresh ingredients daily. Diners are given choices for savoury fillings such as prawns, lamb, beef, chicken, fish, and vegetables. Mains sections boast the unmatched flavours present in their chimichanga, burrito, enchiladas, fajitas, and tostadas salads.
Products/Services:
Entrees, Mexican Mains, Beers N’ Sodas, Cocktails
LOCATION:
Address: 5/43 Nayland Street, Sumner, Christchurch 8081
Phone: (433) 266-899
Website: www.headlessmexican.co.nz
REVIEWS:
“One of my favourite Mexican places in Christchurch. Relaxed, fun vibe and decor. Small and intimate. Fantastic service and ambience. Easy parking right outside. A local’s go-to. My fav is the chicken enchiladas with refried beans and rice (corn-based, so ideal if you are GF) and their churro’s with chocolate dipping sauce. Their mocktails and cocktails are 👌 A great place to relax and chill and have a few laughs.” –Hayley Horrell
