• El Mundo
    Mexican fare with a California Twist (fish tacos are a popular item) and the unusual and upbeat atmosphere make this a favorite on Frankfort Avenue.
    899-9930
    502elmundo.com
    $ | Clifton/Crescent Hill | Mexican/Southwestern
  • Qdoba Mexican Grill
    Customers line up at this national chain to watch as their burritos, quesadillas, or salads are prepared. The Bardstown Road location is now open 24 hours on Friday and Saturday.
    454-3380
    qdoba.com
    Highlands | Mexican/Southwestern
  • Los Aztecas
    Authentic Mexican favorites including fajitas, chile poblanos and signature margaritas.
    561-8535
    losaztecas.net
    $$ | Downtown | Mexican/Southwestern
  • Taco Punk
    Gourmet tacos that redefine fast food, served on house-made tortillas with a variety of salsas. Choose from a list of local ingredients, and grab a light bite or go for the whole punk platter.
    584-8226
    tacopunk.com
    $ | NuLu/East Market | Mexican/Southwestern
  • Tequila Factory Bar & Grill
    Boasting a wide selection of tequilas and a number of dishes prepared with its namesake spirit, this bar and grill adds a pinch of flavor from South of the Border to the Highlands.
    459-9191
    $$ | Highlands | Mexican/Southwestern
  • Tumbleweed
    This Louisville-based Tex-Mex chain specializes in mesquite-grilled steaks, chicken and chops, but locals love the burritos and bargain-priced margaritas.
    585-4107
    tumbleweedrestaurants.com
    $$ | On the River | Mexican/Southwestern