Tapatio’s Restaurante Mexicano

Tapatio’s Restaurante Mexicano on South Florida Ave in Lakeland, Florida is the place to go when looking for authentic Mexican food in Polk County. Every dish we create will have your body craving for more. From our house made salsa, mouth watering tacos, huge burritos, sizzling hot fajitas and scrumptious chimichangas, one bite and we bet you’ll be back for more!

We take real pride in serving our guests authentic Mexican dishes made with all the finest “south of the border” ingredients. “Goze de nuestro auténtico alimento mexicano!” But, Not only do we serve some of the best Mexican food in Lakeland, our Mexican restaurant has the atmosphere and staff to make it a great experience every time! Come see for yourself why we the locals love us!

Take a Peek at Our Menu & Favorite Mexican Dishes

Our Mexican restaurant has a huge menu with something for everyone! Whether you’re looking to grab a cold drink and have some appetizers, you’re out on a date and want to impress or you want to find a place to eat you can bring your entire crew, Tapatios in Lakeland is the restaurant to choose. Take a peek at our menu choices.

Our FAJITAS have always been a favorite here at Tapatio’s. Order chicken, beef, shrimp or grilled fish and we will bring you a heaping plate of sizzling hot fajitas to your table served with bell peppers, grilled onions, rice, beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream and fresh tortillas.

Salmon Mill Islas – Grilled Salmon covered with our special house thousand island sauce. Served with rice, salad, and tortillas

Steak a la Mexicana – Chunks of sautéed beef, tomatoes, onions and cilantro. Served with rice, beans and tortillas.Steak a la Mexicana Chunks of sautéed beef, tomatoes, onions and cilantro. Served with rice, beans and tortillas.

Burrito Tapatio – Flour tortilla filled with shredded beef and covered with our special red sauce, cheese and sour cream

Carnitas Dinner – Pork tips served with grilled onions, rice, beans, guacamole, pico de gallo and tortillas.

Taco Salad Served with beans, ground beef or shredded chicken, cheese dip, lettuce, shredded cheese, black olives, radish, tomatoes, sour cream and guacamole.

Looking for a romantic dinner out? Try our Parrillada Tapatia (For Two) Mixed grill of beef, pork, chicken, shrimp, Mexican sausage (chorizo) and onions. Served with charro beans and tortillas.

Chimichanga – A flour tortilla deep-fried, filled with shredded chicken or ground beef and beans then covered with cheese dip. Garnished with guacamole salad.

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Name: Tapatio’s Restaurante Mexicano
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Come Drink a Frozen Margarita or Drink a Cold Beer

If you’re coming to partake in one of our signature margarita’s or have an ice cold Mexican beer but you want something to snack on, we have some of the best dips and salsa in town! Try our bean dip, Guacamole Dip, Queso Fundido or our famous nachos! For dessert try our Churros With Ice Cream , Fried Ice Cream or Flan con Rompope. We have a huge menu with appetizers, lunch, dinner options, desserts and kids menu.

If you are looking for authentic Mexican food, look no further than Tapatios in Lakeland, Florida. We are located in South Lakeland at 6645 South Florida Ave.

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Teresa

Yummy!!!! Best food in town! We go to the one in South Lakeland, my husband, and I just prefer that location. But the food is delicious in both.
3 years ago
Tim

If you want real, authentic Mexican cuisine come here, you will not be disappointed
3 years ago
Aida

De-lish!
3 years ago
Jessica

Nobody can make pork Carnitas like these guys. I love this restaurant and probably eat here once a week
4 years ago
Janie

Yum Yum Yum, yummy for your tummy
4 years ago
Savannah

My entire staff and I come here all the time after work. There is nothing better then a nice cold margarita after a stressful day at the office. The atmosphere is very welcoming and the foods not bad either LOL
4 years ago
Gentry

And I think their cheese dip is better than Dona’s. I love this place!
4 years ago
Penny

I’m not sure why but I like the South Lakeland location better than the original one on Memorial.
5 years ago
Elizabeth Cotto

The Chicken Flutas are my favorite. This place is very authentic .
7 years ago

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