— Best Tacos
- And the nominees are...
- Bandido
The Basics
Opened: 2016 (originated in San Diego in 1974)
Neighborhood: Multiple locations, including near U of L’s campus
Self-description: “California-style taqueria.”
Website: bandidotm.comBest of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 1
A Nice Internet Review!
“Love their Tijuana-style street tacos and the Flamin’ Hot Cheetos elote.”
- El Molcajete
The Basics
Opened: 2017
Neighborhood: South Fourth Street near Churchill Downs
Self-description: “Fill your hearts and stomachs with happiness.”Best of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 2
Total wins: 1 (2018, Best Salsa)The Voting Academy Says
“The homemade green sauce is to-die-for.”
- El Mundo
The Basics
Opened: 1995
Neighborhood: Deer Park-Bonnycastle border (originally on Frankfort Avenue)
Self-description: “A Louisville landmark serving Mexican food and award-winning margaritas since 1995.”
Website: 502elmundo.comBest of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 15
Total wins: 8
First nomination: 1998, Best Mexican Restaurant
First win: 2005, Best Quesadilla
Also won: 2010, Best Fish Taco; 2011 Best MargaritaThe Voting Academy Says
“My go-to place for so many years.”
- I Love Tacos
The Basics
Opened: 2020
Neighborhood: Multiple locations, including J-town
Self-description: “In tacos we love.”
Website: ilovetacosusa.comBest of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 1
The Voting Academy Says
“Love the easy-to-overlook Taylorsville Road location.”
- Taco Choza
The Basics
Opened: 2017
Neighborhood: St. Matthews
Self-description: “From classic tacos to innovative fusion dishes that blend tradition and creativity.”
Website: tacochoza.comBest of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 1
The Voting Academy Says
“Don’t sleep on the Mexican street fries with chicken. They are a great option for outdoor dining. Not fancy or bougie tacos, but their prices are consistent and they are so friendly.”
- Taco City
The Basics
Opened: 2019
Neighborhood: Multiple locations, including Hikes Point and Middletown
Self-description: “We cater to all types of dietary requirements.”
Website: tacocitylouisville.comBest of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 1
The Voting Academy Says
“Love their Mexican corn on the cob.”
- Taco Luchador
The Basics
Opened: 2013 (original location in the Highlands)
Neighborhood: St. Matthews
Self-description: “C’mon, who doesn’t love tacos?”
Website: el-taco-luchador.comBest of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 3
First nomination: 2014, Best New RestaurantThe Voting Academy Says
“Just love the vibe of the place. There are tons of Mexican places around, but I feel like it is something different.”