El Mexicano — Restaurant in Baldwin

Simple little restaurant with authentic food of Mexico. Homemade tortillas, fresh onion and habanero side, and good prices.

I had a carne asada burrito. I wanted it wet, but they don't make it like that - only handheld. It was smaller than I wanted, but the price was good for the size it was. Next time I'll order two, with different meats. I then ordered two tacos - one cabeza (cows head) and one al pastor (pork). Of course, I added the habanero condiment.

My friend had the carne asada quesadilla, which was on a large, grilled and homemade flour tortilla. He said it was good and couldn't handle the habanero it hot sauce.

Good food, fresh....

THERE IS NO SIGN, THE IS GRASS GROWING ALL OVER THE PARKING LOT AND IM PRETTY SURE THERE IS A VAN UP ON BLOCKS OUT FRONT... I call this place "The Stab and Shoot, as a joke but it is perfectly safe. But dont let the outside appearance keep you from stopping in!!! Here's the thing, this place is weird and shady looking but if you want authentic Mexican food at cheap prices, THIS PLACE IS IT!!! The people are friendly too. The English is not so good but have an open mind and be kind. This place is worth the stop. *if you like spice, ask for the...

This is not my first time at El Mexicano this is really a good Mexican store. They have fresh baked bread and I know from experience don't leave them on the counter because your Great Dane may eat it for you. I got bay leaves there for less than $3 today when a grocery store would have cost probably 8 or 9 dollars.El Mexicano is definitely...