Experience AZ magazine is Arizona’s go-to travel and adventure guide, showcasing the best places to eat, stay, shop, explore and experience across the state. Here are five authentic Mexican food restaurants in Arizona, as featured in the latest issue of Experience AZ.
Tortas de Fuego
Tortas de Fuego is a family-owned Mexican restaurant founded by the Sánchez-Jiménez family after emigrating from Mexico City. Their first brick-and-mortar location opened on April 11, 2012, along 89A in Sedona. The restaurant has since expanded to three locations: West Sedona, Cottonwood and the Village of Oak Creek. Tortas de Fuego offers a large menu including tacos, tortas, burritos, enchiladas, huaraches, breakfast items and seafood dishes. Signature items include the “Torta de Fuego” and flavorful camarón (shrimp) dishes. Most locations operate daily from around 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The atmosphere is casual and colorful, well-reviewed for its generous portions, variety and warm service.
Information: tortasdefuegosedona.com
Chilte
Chilte delights from the moment you walk in, rustic-yet-modern ambiance, Sonoran flavors reimagined and creative twists that surprise. Standouts include their Mole de la Casa, with options to make it vegan or vegetarian, plus tacos that blend texture and spice with fillings like beef tongue, charred lamb ribs or butternut-stuffed chile. Dishes are vibrant, thoughtfully plated and pair beautifully with cocktails or mezcal. Whether you’re grabbing a casual taco or exploring the depths of mole, Chilte delivers authenticity with imagination.
Information: chiltephx.com
Bacanora
Run by Chef René Andrade, this Grand Avenue gem reinterprets Sonoran traditions with bold new flavors. It’s especially praised for its wood-fired cooking, locally sourced ingredients and the care put into every sauce. The menu changes almost daily so when you spot your favorite dish, don’t wait. Bacanora has been highly rated since its opening…