Located in Grant County about 20 miles from Moses Lake, Ephrata is a small city with a population of less than 10,000. And aside from its abundant agriculture, it’s not known for much. However, if you’re craving delicious Mexican food, visiting is an absolute must, even if you need to take a detour to do it. From casual street tacos to rich, contemporary cuisine, you’ll find it all in Ephrata. Here are a few of our favorite spots.

Ephrata is a rural community that requires going off the beaten path of I-90 to reach.

J Stephen Conn / Flickr But when you see this sign, you know that tasty Mexican food awaits you.

Since the fall of 2020, locals have been loving Lo Mejor de Jalisco.

Lo Mejor De Jalisco / Facebook Raul Arias opened the restaurant after spending decades working in the industry. Lo Mejor de Jalisco, 356 Basin St NW, Ephrata, WA 98823, USA

This menu is full of traditional Mexican favorites, and everything is fantastic.

Mike Wells-Smith / Google The tortillas are handmade on-site daily, and the Taco Tuesday specials are irresistible.

El Agave is a tried-and-true favorite, both for locals and visitors passing through the area.

El Agave Ephrata / Facebook The restaurant is located in the heart of town, and it isn’t easy to miss. El Agave Mexican Restaurant, 906 Basin St SW, Ephrata, WA 98823, USA

It doesn’t matter what you eat here it’s all delicious—just make sure you wash it all down with a margarita.

El Agave Ephrata / Facebook They’re divine.

If you’re craving a more casual street taco experience, head to Tacos Mi Casa.

Tacos Mi Casa / Google Owner Paula Garcia grew up in her family’s restaurants, and she always wanted to open one of her own. Tacos Mi Casa-Ephrata, 2309 Rd 14.4 NW, Ephrata, WA 98823, USA

The street tacos here are out of this world, but you’ll also see toras, quesadillas, and other delights on the menu.

Tacos Mi Casa / Facebook This is fast-casual food done right.

AlChile Mexican Grill just opened its doors in March, and it already has quite a following.

Chris Jones / Google Their space on Basin Street was preciously occupied by two other restaurants. Hopefully, the third time is the charm. AlChile Mexican Grill, 33 Basin St SW, Ephrata, WA 98823, USA

This is traditional Mexican street food, but you’ll find some unique items on the menu as well.

Bobby McCurdy / Google Birria ramen, anyone?

Do you have a favorite place for Mexican food in Ephrata?

J Stephen Conn / Flickr

But when you see this sign, you know that tasty Mexican food awaits you.

Lo Mejor De Jalisco / Facebook

Raul Arias opened the restaurant after spending decades working in the industry.

Lo Mejor de Jalisco, 356 Basin St NW, Ephrata, WA 98823, USA

Mike Wells-Smith / Google

The tortillas are handmade on-site daily, and the Taco Tuesday specials are irresistible.

El Agave Ephrata / Facebook

The restaurant is located in the heart of town, and it isn’t easy to miss.

El Agave Mexican Restaurant, 906 Basin St SW, Ephrata, WA 98823, USA

They’re divine.

Tacos Mi Casa / Google

Owner Paula Garcia grew up in her family’s restaurants, and she always wanted to open one of her own.

Tacos Mi Casa-Ephrata, 2309 Rd 14.4 NW, Ephrata, WA 98823, USA

Tacos Mi Casa / Facebook

This is fast-casual food done right.

Chris Jones / Google

Their space on Basin Street was preciously occupied by two other restaurants. Hopefully, the third time is the charm.

AlChile Mexican Grill, 33 Basin St SW, Ephrata, WA 98823, USA

Bobby McCurdy / Google

Birria ramen, anyone?

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