12 Best Contemporary Mexican Restaurants In San Marcos

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1. ATX Cocina

4.8

Exceptional(3095)

$$$$

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown

Booked 91 times today

Server was outstanding...He has been working at ATX Cocina for the majority of its existence. Margaritas are craft and simple...and delicous. Queso Fundido, Beef Cheeks. This place never disappoints.

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2. Suerte

4.8

Exceptional(844)

$$$$

• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin

Booked 103 times today

Always 5 stars. Amazing food, service and great venue. Well done Sam!

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3. La Popular - Austin

4.6

Exceptional(138)

$$$$

• Contemporary Mexican • Oak Hill

Booked 18 times today

We visit our daughter at school in Austin once a year, and we always make it a point to have dinner at La Popular. It has become a tradition for us, and by far, it’s our favorite spot in Austin. The food, atmosphere, and overall experience never disappoint. We look forward to coming back every year!

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4. Este

4.9

Exceptional(966)

$$$$

• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin

Booked 112 times today

For my wife’s birthday, she wanted fresh fish ceviches and crudos. We got a recommendation from a friend for Este and it had fantastic reviews. Este absolutely lived up to all the hype, and the Tuna Tiradito was one of the best tuna crudo I’ve ever had. The ceviche and Hamachi Verde were also excellent, and for the main we had the Pescado Zarandeado. Half a Spanish sea bass blackened, with a dry rub of seasonings. It was cooked perfectly - moist and flaky. The star of dessert was the maracuya custard with the white chocolate pearls. Divine. The service (and cocktails) were just as wonderful as the food, and they left a happy birthday card at the table for my wife. It was a lovely experience all around, and we’ll definitely be back.

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5. Bulevar Mexican Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(1730)

$$$$

• Contemporary Mexican • Arboretum

Booked 65 times today

It’s our favorite restaurant! Thanks for making my husbands Birthday special!

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6. La Condesa

4.6

Exceptional(2502)

$$$$

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown

Booked 40 times today

Phenomenal. Highly highly recommend! Every dish was excellent!

7. Verbena

4.5

Awesome(566)

$$$$

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

The service was great, and the food was delicious.

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8. Nixta Taqueria - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(97)

$$$$

• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin

Booked 10 times today

The flavor combinations are exciting on the page, then even better on the tongue. The ahi tuna and the potato with roe were just amazing. And the chips and dips…ya gotta get it! So crunchy and delish. We sat inside but the outside area looks really gorgeous.

9. El Alma South

4.8

Exceptional(321)

$$$$

• Contemporary Mexican • South Austin

Booked 9 times today

My husband and I have eaten here many times and always enjoy the food and service. We both tried something new on this visit and both of use enjoyed our meals.

10. Rules & Regs

3.6

Very Good(319)

$$$$

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

Wow what an incredible Father’s Day experience. So fun and chill and the perfect balance of things to do. Food was exceptional and service as well.

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. ATX Cocina

2. Suerte

3. La Popular - Austin

4. Este

5. Bulevar Mexican Kitchen

6. La Condesa

7. Verbena

8. Nixta Taqueria - Austin

9. El Alma South

10. Rules & Regs

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