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The Mexican

Restaurant Mexican restaurant Taco restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Taco restaurants in Amsterdam


Address

Damstraat 36, 1012 JM Amsterdam, Netherlands

Website

www.the-mexican.nl

Contact

+31 20 421 8298

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

3.90 (1.2K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 12 AM
  • Sunday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Monday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Tuesday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Wednesday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 11 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (15) Mexican (13) service (11) great (8) price (7) Amsterdam (7) Good (7) kind (6) friendly (6) staff (6)
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  • 1/5 Aaron M. 1 year ago on Google
    No Mexican chef. This is no where near authentic Mexican food. A 40€ pitcher of "margaritas" that was nothing but crushed ice. AVOID AT ALL COSTS. The manager would not even come to discuss the price of the "margaritas". A real scam.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Olena L. 3 months ago on Google • 102 reviews New
    For a place which is located exactly in the city centre (close to the Dam Square) their prices are still reasonable and the service is fast. I was grabbing there lunch/dinner a few times already. The food is pretty good. I've tried tacos and loaded nachos, as well as Margarita drinks 😋
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Jan D. 8 months ago on Google • 38 reviews
    Service was not very kind. De main dish gets served while you are eating first course. We were seated upstairs, were it was not so cosy. The food was average, enchilladas were shallow warm. Not 4 stars to my opinion. Cocktails were good.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Albertinin M. 2 years ago on Google
    Very tasty food and friendly staff. I really loved the tacos and quesadillas. I will probably get there again before ending my trip to Amsterdam.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Diego M. 6 months ago on Google • 290 reviews
    Breakfast was good, but they didn't have certain options on the menu like croisants.

  • 4/5 Kenneth L. 1 year ago on Google
    Think these guys get a bad rap cos they’re in the tourist centre. The foods good and drinks aren’t too bad, price is affordable and service friendly and quick. We were the last customers too. They also have a cat that lives there - plus points!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Fernando R. 4 months ago on Google • 140 reviews
    Found this place near the city center. Had big hopes for it, but unfortunately, it fell a bit short from our expectations. Some of the items were really tasty, but others were bland and forgettable. I would eat here again, but knowing what to expect, it should be a better experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Matthew M. 1 year ago on Google • 27 reviews
    Was a really friendly atmosphere. And good service. It’s only a small kitchen so if a lot of orders go in at once it may take a bit longer to get your food. Food was really tasty and they offers some local Mexican drinks. Would definitely visit here next time we are back in Amsterdam.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Jānis S. 1 year ago on Google
    It's one of the places you would go if you want your food with mild spice to it. Although, I cannot say the guacamole was made with love. All in all, friendly atmosphere and food could be slightly cheaper considering the quality.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jarmila Z. 2 years ago on Google
    Good Mexican food, also for vegetarians, fair prices and strong mojito. If Mexican is full, go few meters further, there is one more in the same street.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Noa D. 2 years ago on Google
    We had a really great time, service was really good. The food was great as well. Kind of touristy but still very good. Good price considering the quantity! We had de enchiladas, loved it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marie L. 10 months ago on Google
    Wonderful place for dinner! We had chicken enchilada and chicken tortillas. The portions are quite big. And the atmosphere is nice. Would recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gandalf 7. 6 months ago on Google • 48 reviews
    Good little Restaurant with very nice Service and good sized meals. Very good.

  • 5/5 neerej s (. 1 year ago on Google • 38 reviews
    We had an absolutely wonderful time at this place in Amsterdam! The service was top-notch, and the food, oh my, it was fantastic. Yes, it might have a bit of a touristy vibe, but honestly, that didn't take away from the overall experience. What impressed us even more was the price – incredibly reasonable, especially considering the generous portions you get. We opted for the enchiladas, and they were simply divine! So, if you're in Amsterdam and in the mood for delicious food, great service, and a place that's kind of touristy but still manages to deliver, this is the spot to check out. We left with happy hearts and satisfied taste buds!

  • 4/5 Marcell 11 months ago on Google
    Good place for Tex-mex food. We had Fajita’s for 2 person and the spareribs. Taste was good but could be more rips for a main dish.

  • 5/5 Eden S. 8 months ago on Google
    The food was delicious !! The price is good.. I recommend ..

  • 1/5 Carmen F. 3 months ago on Google New
    I was fooled by the Mexican decorations and the music. Good music and decorations. Only problem was the food. It didn't even taste like Mexican food. I got the burrito and it didn't even taste like a burrito. The salsa picante was good but the actual food was not. Fries vs rice? Everything was served with fries instead of rice which was a little confusing but alright

  • 5/5 Ash K. 2 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    This is an amazing Tex-Mex restaurant near the center of Amsterdam! My Spanish wife and I went here and we were given the best service I've ever had in a restaurant! We had the burrito and taco lunch combos with nachos to share, and they were fantastic! Steven, the team lead took time to make sure our meal was great and conversed with us as it was a slow day. We told Steven about how we are on our honeymoon, and he surprised us with a shot of tequila and lime each after our respective margaritas, completely on the house. He's an amazing person and an even better host, if you are looking for a place with great service and food, look no further than The Mexican. I don't usually make reviews, but Steven and the amazing food made for a great experience. Thank you once again Steven!

  • 5/5 Rishabh K. 1 year ago on Google
    Hole in the Wall - and my oh my was I surprised! I had the homemade nachos and they were fresh and amazing. My friends had the chicken tacos. I can say they were the best nachos with guac I have ever had in Amsterdam! Friends loved the tacos as well. Great staff, good at recommendations based on customer's preferences.

  • 2/5 Sofia H. 1 year ago on Google
    The place is cozy and the staff is super nice, the food was delicious. Portions were kinda small but tasty, and price is affordable. I’m glad that I went to the toilet after I ate because if I went before I wouldn’t stay to eat… Floor was slippery from the dirt and looks like it was never cleaned… Also very bad smell.. If the toilet is like this I don’t want to imagine how the kitchen is… Mixed feelings, hope it helps !

  • 1/5 Nuno Jimmy D. 1 year ago on Google
    The service was subpar. We ordered the mixed grill, the meat was dry and didn't taste fresh at all, the fries were stale and the "salad" tasted like a refrigerator (I would hardly call a bunch of refrigerated lettuce together with some canned corn on top and a slice of cucumber a salad). Even the coke tasted like syrup (because it was). It was so bad that we left after a couple of bites. Definitely overpriced for the quality.

  • 5/5 Simon K. 2 years ago on Google
    Very friendly staff, and the food is delicious. They have all kinds of Mexican foods. I'd recommend the burrito or the steak. Very good restaurant. Down below is a picture attached of the burrito dish served here.

  • 3/5 Alex T. 2 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff, but on paying requested a gratuity which leaves you very on the spot. Steaks were a good price but then chips and sauce cost more on top. At almost €50 for two steaks, chips, peppercorn sauce and two non alcoholic drinks it was rather steep

  • 5/5 Arda 2 years ago on Google
    Loved the food. First time I ate Mexican in a restaurant (I think). I liked the ambiance, the food and the personnel. It was a bit cold inside but that’s subjective. Loved it!

  • 4/5 Bairavi S. 2 years ago on Google
    A lovely little restaurant situated quite centrally. Quick and friendly service. I have no complaints about the food. Their portions are quite substantial. Meal for two with drinks comes to about €45. Which isn't exactly cheap, but given it's location, it wasn't a surprise. I would recommend this place.

  • 5/5 Niels L. 2 years ago on Google
    The food at the Mexican was great, be careful if you're not at all into spicy food as mexican dishes often are. You could probably ask without jalapenos. The staff (1 serving, 1 cooking) were kind and great at their respective jobs. Service was quick and and the atmosphere felt like you were being served authentic mexican food.

  • 4/5 theresa b. 2 years ago on Google
    Good food, the ambience is okay.

  • 4/5 Greta Elin S. 2 years ago on Google
    Good Mexican food in the heart of Amsterdam. Will be back for more!

  • 5/5 Narmin G. 2 years ago on Google
    Very generous portions and very delicious. Would definitely go back.

  • 3/5 MED D. 4 years ago on Google
    It was my first time experience to try Mexican food, the shop was small, but lovely, but to be correct the food wasn't something i liked at all, maybe because we're used to another kind of food, although we had ordered two different things but the taste was almost the same in both orders mine and my friend's!! very very spicy with a special kind of spice that i couldn't know what was but something like curry but a bit different and more spicy to hot 🔥 anyway was not bad and the personal was very nice, kind and cheerful so i give 3 stars

  • 5/5 Grégory R. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place, delicious food, you need to get there if you’re into mexican food.

  • 5/5 Roxanne B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food and service. I will be back for more 😊😋


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout

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