Last Updated: January 3, 2024
If you’re like us and you love Mexican food, you’re probably wondering which are the best cheap places to eat in Isla Mujeres. Isla Mujeres is packed with great places to eat that vary from very expensive to more budget-friendly. You can find pretty much any cuisine you fancy but the local food is what you really don’t want to miss out on. You are in Mexico after all so now is your chance to feast on the local cuisine!
We know how it is to explore a new destination and how sometimes you don’t want a poor restaurant experience to ruin your day. We tried out some of the best cheap restaurants in Isla Mujeres that serve local food and we’re here to report our favorite ones.
I have narrowed it down to 5 of the best restaurants we ate in Isla Mujeres that were cheap and the food was mouth-watering.
Continue reading to find out the best places to eat cheap in Isla Mujeres.
BEST PLACES TO EAT IN ISLA MUJERES (FOR CHEAP TACOS)
1. El Charco
This family-run Mexican restaurant serves incredible food at inexpensive prices. The owners are very friendly and the service is great. If you’re looking for authentic Mexican dishes, then El Charco will be your mecca. El Charco is the first place that comes to mind when we’re thinking of the best cheap places to eat in Isla Mujeres. Don’t miss out on the enchilada suizas and Flautas fajitas; they are phenomenal!
2. Restaurant La Lomita
This little gem of a restaurant is a hole in the wall but serves the most delicious mole we’ve ever tried. The facade of the restaurant is painted in flower murals and it is one of the cutest spots on the island. It is located a little far off the Isla Mujeres downtown but it is well worth the walk because this is one of the best cheap places to eat in Isla Mujeres. La Lomita is recommended by locals and expats alike so we couldn’t pass on the opportunity to dine here. Be sure to order the mole and the chili rellenos.
3. Tonicho’s Taqueria
Tonicho’s Taqueria at first sight is your typical Mexican restaurant but give it a chance you’re guaranteed to be going back for more. The restaurant is located far off Isla Mujeres downtown (roughly an hour on foot) but if you’re renting a golf cart, then do not hesitate to try it out. It serves amazing Mexican food at cheap prices and the service is wonderful. The tacos al pastor are superb and a must-try!
4. Ruben’s Restaurant
If you’re looking for a power breakfast to set the mood right for the day, then look no further than Ruben’s restaurant. The restaurant is located in downtown Isla Mujeres so makes it the perfect spot to dine any time of the day if you’re staying around this area. The menu is diverse so if you need a break from the local cuisine, this is the perfect place to eat more familiar dishes, such as eggs benedict. The Food is fantastic and you really can’t beat the price!
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5. Los Tacos de Humo
We saved the best for last, as this was our favorite spot on the island for tacos. As much as we liked the restaurants mentioned above, Los Tacos de Humo was the only one that we ate more than once. I absolutely LOVED their taco, especially the fish one. Whatever we tried here was mouth-watering and I honestly can’t recommend this place enough. Los Tacos de Humo is located in Isla Mujeres downtown and the restaurant is very small. You will most likely have to queue if you go during the peak hours but I guarantee you it’ll be worth the wait.
CONCLUSION ON BEST PLACES TO EAT IN ISLA MUJERES
Isla Mujeres has a plethora of amazing places to eat. The restaurants above are just a few of the favorites that we always recommend when we’re asked which are the best cheap places to eat in Isla Mujeres. We liked them not only because they were inexpensive but mainly because of the delicious food and the fantastic service we received.
If you’ve tried any of them, leave a comment to let us know how your experience was. We’d love to hear from you!
