Is there anything more delicious than a well-made taco? Hearty meat, plenty of gooey cheese, and just the right amount of spice: is your mouth watering yet? Here in Michigan, we’ve got plenty of awesome taco restaurants, each with its own unique take on this culinary classic. While it would be impossible to list each and every great taco spot in the Great Lakes State, we’ve created a “mini road trip” that will take you to the best tacos in Michigan. Don your stretchiest pants and start working up an appetite, because this delicious road trip is surely going to tempt your taste buds.
Prepare your palate, because we're taking a trip that lovers of Mexican cuisine won't be able to resist.
If you’d like to access an interactive and adjustable map of our trail check out this link! Now, get ready for a culinary adventure that will send your taco-craving taste buds straight to paradise as you check out these eight favorites in the Great Lakes State.
This mom and pop-style Mexican eatery is the perfect place to check out when you’re craving home-cooked tacos in a warm, welcoming environment. Munch on chips and salsa while you wait for your tacos — and get ready for a flavorful journey as soon as you take that first bite. Taqueria Lupitas is colorful inside and out, and they'll be sure to make you feel right at home. Here, you're familia!
With circa half a million residents of Hispanic descent calling Michigan home, it's no wonder one can find diverse dining anywhere they look. Venture to our state capital for a visit to Pablo’s, which easily garners a place as one of Lansing’s most delicious Mexican restaurants. Choose from all sorts of classic taco options or try Pablo’s famous tortas, which simply can’t be matched by any other eatery in the area. Of course, the sides here are also mouthwateringly delicious.
This hip Grand Rapids taco joint is a perfect combination of delicious taste and contemporary charm. While it’s certainly not a traditional Mexican restaurant, Donkey Taqueria serves up unique plates like crawfish or pork and pineapple tacos — all in a fun, one-of-a-kind dining environment. Their tequila menu should be perused... there's something where you prefer reposado, blanco, añejo, or mezcal.
Head to West Michigan and stop in for a bite to eat at this awesome eatery, which sits in the charming lakeside town of Holland. The service is friendly, the chips and salsa are fresh, and the tacos are nothing short of mouthwatering. When you enjoy a meal at Margarita’s, you’ll truly feel like family. In just one bite, you'll understand why this eatery has delighted locals for decades.
Walk up the counter at this Ann Arbor taco shop and prepare your taste buds for an incredible meal. With everything from fish tacos to vegetarian options for the non-meat eaters among us, there’s truly something at Chela’s for every type of diner. Select the hot sauce that suits your tastes and get ready to embark on a mind-blowing culinary adventure.
This list only includes a handful of the best taco places in Michigan. Did we leave any of your favorite spots off the list? We’d love to hear your suggested restaurants for where to get the best tacos in Michigan in the comment section below!
Now that you’ve indulged in the best tacos in Michigan, you deserve a margarita or two. For famously delicious margs, swing by Sol Azteca in Marquette.
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