Tex-Mex food — in other words, burritos, quesadillas, chips and salsa — has become increasingly popular over the last few years, with burrito joints opening up all over Long Island. The food always hits the spot and whichever restaurant you go to will often have you feeling as stuffed as your burrito was when you walk out the door. If you’re like us and love this kind of food, then allow us to suggest the Best Tex-Mex Restaurant on Long Island for when you’re in the mood to indulge.
2024: Long Island Voted Del Fuego – St. James Best Tex-Mex Restaurant!
Del Fuego – St. James
Multiple Locations
(631) 963-6900 – delfuegorestaurant.com
Del Fuego in St. James is the best of the best as Long Island’s premier Tex-Mex destination. What sets it apart is its dedication to authenticity and quality; every dish is crafted in-house from scratch, ensuring an explosion of flavors in every bite! Beyond the food, the atmosphere exudes warmth and vibrancy, inviting guests into a friendly and fun environment. With a menu designed to cater to all tastes, including an impressive array of 65 tequilas and a rotating selection of craft beers, Del Fuego embodies the spirit of culinary innovation. Whether indulging in their signature hot sauces or exploring their creative cocktails, patrons are guaranteed a Tex-Mex experience like no other!
2023: Long Islanders Voted High Tide Taco Bar Best Tex-Mex Restaurant!
High Tide Taco Bar
257 Main St., Farmingdale
(516) 586-5255 – hightidetacobar.com
Anyone who loves Tex-Mex restaurants should consider dining at High Tide Taco Bar! Known for delicious tacos, great seafood, and vegan options, High Tide Taco also serves and a range of alcoholic beverages including margaritas, sangria, beer, wine, coffee, and more. High Tide Taco Bar is a popular Farmingdale eatery that is open seven days a week and features a welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff; plus, catering services are available. High Tide Taco is also happy to serve as an event venue that hosts parties such as baby showers, holiday parties, or simply large-party get-togethers. Visit the restaurant’s impressively comprehensive website to learn more about its services and/or view the menu!
2022: Long Islanders Voted Bubba’s Burrito Bar Best Tex-Mex Restaurant!
Bubba’s Burrito Bar
513 Main St., Islip
(631) 650-6333 – bubbasburritobar.com
There is no way that you are a true Tex-Mex lover from Long Island if you haven’t heard of Bubba’s Burrito Bar in Islip. If you are looking for large portions in a relaxed environment, then this is the restaurant for you. The Brotato is one of the most popular burritos that Bubba’s offers. It includes steak, crispy onion rings, and bacon topped with bayou sauce. The Guilt Trip burrito has crispy chicken fingers, french fries, and bacon — what more could you ask for? This popular one-stop shop also offers salads, quesadillas, and tacos. But Bubba’s doesn’t stop there. Depending on the season, this Tex-Mex joint also offers an astounding 16 rotating beer taps as well as sangrias and margaritas. Don’t forget to grab a sugary churro, or two for dessert!
2021: Long Islanders Voted Bubba’s Burrito Bar Best Tex-Mex Restaurant!
Bubba’s Burrito Bar
513 Main St, Islip
(631) 650-6333 – bubbasburritobar.com
There is no way that you are a true Tex-Mex lover from Long Island if you haven’t heard of Bubba’s Burrito Bar in Islip. If you are looking for large portions in a relaxed environment, then this is the restaurant for you. The Brotato is one of the most popular burritos that Bubba’s offers. It includes steak, crispy onion rings and bacon topped with bayou sauce. The Guilt Trip burrito has crispy chicken fingers, french fries and bacon — what more could you ask for? This popular one-stop shop also offers salads, quesadillas and tacos. Bubba’s doesn’t stop there. Depending on the season, this Tex-Mex joint also offers an astounding 16 rotating beer taps as well as sangrias and margaritas. Don’t forget to grab a sugary churro, or two for dessert!
2020: Long Islanders Voted Chipotle Best Tex-Mex Restaurant!
Chipotle (National Winner)
Multiple Locations
chipotle.com
Put it in a tortilla, put it in a bowl, or mix it up with salad — no matter how you serve it, Chipotle is the best of the Southwest! It’s no mystery why the fast, casual eatery has become one of Long Island’s favorite chains over the past decade. Chipotle offers its customers flavorsome food with integrity, meaning no added hormones, flavors or preservatives. The restaurant locally sources its ingredients from sustainable farms and obtained their meat from hormone- and antibiotic-free, pasture-raised animals. For Chipotle, sustainability is the name of the game, and our planet is one to preserve. Stop in for a meal that will appeal to both your inner foodie and environmental activist.
2019: Long Islanders Voted R.S. Jones Best Tex-Mex Restaurant!
R.S. Jones
153 Merrick Ave., Merrick
(516) 378-7177 – www.rsjones.com
RS Jones Restaurant wins yet another Best of award, this time for having the best Tex-Mex food in Long Island. Stop by the Merrick restaurant and indulge in a great bowl of chili (vegetarian chili is an option) or a plate of massive quesadillas. Their “macho nachos” are something out of this world — a big plate of tortilla chips smothered in jack & cheddar cheeses, sour cream, jalapeños & fire roasted salsa with chili. Head over there now!
2018: Long Islanders Voted R.S. Jones Best Tex-Mex Restaurant on Long Island
R.S. Jones
153 Merrick Ave., Merrick.
516-378-7177. rsjones.com
Exceptional chili, gumbo, fried pickles, alligator wontons (yes, you read that correctly), nachos, shrimp and grits, and biscuits and gravy are just a few of the many absolutely delicious dishes country music lovers and food aficionados will discover within R.S. Jones, which has been serving good vibes and quality eats to Long Islanders since its opening in 1993. Originally known as Rattlesnake Jones, this popular spot is perhaps as well-known for its amazing food as for its many celebrations and events, ranging from Mardi Gras blowouts to hosting countless private parties for nearly every special occasion!
2017: Long Islanders Voted Bubba’s Burrito Bar Best Tex-Mex Restaurant on Long Island
Bubba’s Burrito Bar
513 Main St., Islip. 631-650-6333. bubbasburritobar.com
Bubba’s Burrito Bar is an innovative fresh food restaurant with a Mexican-style cuisine and a West Coast fling that takes Tex-Mex to a new level of culinary satisfaction without forgetting its down-home roots. All the ingredients are prepared daily and cooked to order. The fish tacos draw wild raves, and the “Land & Sea Burrito” (steak and shrimp) are out of this world. It’s not just the hot sauce bar (you know a little does go a long way); there’s so much more to Bubba’s. Customers delight in the portions and the prices. Its dècor brings a southern California feel to the South Shore of Long Island. It showcases local artists, highlights the surf scene, and goes green with its paper products. Along with a tasty menu comes a great array of beer on tap and in bottles. But it’s Bubba’s homemade Sangria that sets it apart from the rest. There’s a reason people line up to eat here!
2016: Long Islanders Voted R.S. Jones Best Tex-Mex Restaurant on Long Island
R.S. Jones
153 Merrick Ave., Merrick. 516-378-7177. rsjones.com
Exceptional chili, gumbo, fried pickles, alligator wontons (yes, you read that correctly), nachos, shrimp and grits, and biscuits and gravy are just a few of the many absolutely delicious dishes country music lovers and food aficionados will discover within R.S. Jones, which has been serving good vibes and quality eats to Long Islanders since its opening in 1993. Originally known as Rattlesnake Jones, this popular spot is perhaps as well-known for its amazing food as for its many celebrations and events, ranging from Mardi Gras blowouts to hosting countless private parties for nearly every special occasion!
2015: Long Islanders Voted Zim Zari Best Tex-Mex Restaurant on Long Island!
Zim Zari
4964 Merrick Rd., Massapequa Park. 516-809-6960. zimzari.com
It ain’t just Tex and it ain’t just Mex. Tex Mex cuisine is for those who crave some spice, some sweetness, and a whole lot of flavor. The name “Zim Zari” means freedom, and you can taste it in every bite. It’s the laid-back style of the California coastline, the infused flavors, and this local gem’s always-friendly staff makes this place so special. And of course, its loaded menu. From Margaritas and zesty sangria to “volcano shrimp” and uber-fresh guacamole, this is the place where Long islanders retreat when they crave the taste of freedom!
National. Chipotle
Multiple Locations. chipotle.com
Chipotle is like the “subway’ of Tex-Mex food, allowing each customer to pick and choose the ingredients and build their own concoction. What sets it apart is the freshness of the ingredients, the quality of the food that is cooked to perfection. Chipotle’s commitment to integrity is widely admired, with their eyes on sustainably raised food and nutrition. Oh and also? It’s delicious.
2014: Long Islanders Voted Del Fuego in St. James Best Tex-Mex Restaurant on Long Island!
1. Del Fuego
429 N. Country Rd., St. James. 631-963-6900. delfuegorestaurant.com
2. El Mariachi
213 Sunrise Hwy., Rockville Centre. 516-536-6660.
3. R.S. Jones
153 Merrick Ave., Merrick. 516-378-7176. rsjones.com
NATIONAL. Chipotle. Multiple Locations. chipotle.com
2013: Long Islanders Voted RS Jones in Merrick Best Tex-Mex Restaurant on Long Island!
1. RS Jones
153 Merrick Ave., Merrick. 516-378-7177. www.rsjones.com
2. Panchos Cantina
4245 Austin Blvd., Island Park. 516-897-8300. www.pachostexmex.com
3. Bubba’s Burrito Bar
513 Main St., Islip. 631-650-6333. www.bubbasburritobar.com
NATIONAL. Chipotle. Multiple Locations. www.chipotle.com
2012: Long Islanders Voted R.S. Jones in Merrick Best Tex-Mex Restaurant on Long Island!
1. R.S. Jones
153 Merrick Ave., Merrick. 516-378-7177. www.rsjones.com
2. Pancho’s Border Grill
10 Grace Ave., Great Neck. 516-829-5305. www.panchostexmex.com
3. Salsa Salsa
142 Main St., Port Jefferson. 631-473-9700. www.salsasalsa.net
NATIONAL. Cozymel’s. 1177 Corporate Dr., Westbury. 516-222-7010. www.cozymels.com
2011: Long Islanders Voted Pancho’s Border Grill in Great Neck Best Tex-Mex Restaurant on Long Island!
1. Pancho’s Border grill
10 Grace Ave., Great Neck. 516-829-5305; 4245 Austin Blvd., Island Park. 516-897-8300. www.panchostexmex.com
2. Salsa Salsa
142 Main St., Port Jefferson. 631-473-9700. www.salsasalsa.net
3. RS Jones
153 Merrick Ave., Merrick. 516-378-7177. www.rsjones.com
NATIONAL. Cozymel’s. 1177 Corporate Dr., Westbury. 516-222-7010. www.cozymels.com
