Arizona is home to some of the most incredible Mexican food you will ever taste, from sizzling street tacos to rich, slow-cooked mole sauces. I’ve always believed that the best way to explore a new place is through its food, and there’s no better cuisine to guide me across Arizona than Mexican.
This March, with the desert heat turning just a touch milder, I set out with one simple goal: find the 13 Mexican restaurants that deserve a star on my personal culinary map.
From hidden taco trucks tucked behind cacti to upscale eateries with rooftop views of the saguaro‑lined skyline, each spot offers something uniquely delicious…