Craving tacos now? Let’s find a tasty spot close—fast.

You’re hungry. Your tummy is singing. You want a warm tortilla, melty cheese, and salsa that dances. Good news: you can find a Mexican restaurant near you, within 5 miles, in just a minute.

Quick Answer

Open your map app (Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Yelp). Turn on location. Type “Mexican restaurant.” Use the distance or map area so places are 5 miles or less. Tap “Open now” if you need food right away. Pick a spot with good stars and recent reviews.

Fast Steps on Any Phone

1. Open your map app.
2. Type: Mexican restaurant.
3. Zoom the map so it shows only nearby streets.
4. Tap “Search this area” or refresh.
5. Check miles. Choose places 5 miles or less.
6. Tap “Open now” if you want it now.

Google Maps: 10-Second Trick

1. Open Google Maps.
2. Search “Mexican restaurant.”
3. Pinch to zoom until you only see your neighborhood.
4. Tap “Search this area.”
5. Use filters like “Open now” and “Top rated.”
6. Pick a spot under 5 miles with recent reviews.

Yelp: Set It to 5 Miles

1. Open Yelp.
2. Search “Mexican.”
3. Tap Filters → Distance → choose 5 miles (or less).
4. Turn on “Open now.”
5. Sort by “Rating” or “Most reviewed.”

Apple Maps: Simple and Clear

1. Open Apple Maps.
2. Type “Mexican restaurant.”
3. Zoom in close so the map is near you.
4. Look at the miles on each place.
5. Use filters like “Open” or “Price,” if shown.

Copy-Paste Search Phrases

• Mexican restaurant near me
• Tacos near me
• Birria near me
• Al pastor near me
• Mexican food open now near me

Smart Filters That Save Time

• Open now: for quick bites.
• Price: one “$” for cheap, “$$” for mid.
• Rating: aim for 4.3★ or higher.
• Recent reviews: look for notes from this month.
• Photos: check tacos, salsas, and menu boards.

Make Sure It’s Really Within 5 Miles

• Check the distance label (like 1.8 mi, 3.2 mi).
• Keep the map zoomed in; results stay close.
• On Yelp, set the Distance filter to 5 miles.

Hungry Now? Do This

1. Turn on “Open now.”
2. Call with one tap to confirm hours.
3. Ask, “Do you have wait times?”

Eat-In, Takeout, or Delivery

• Dine-in: check busy hours and parking.
• Takeout: order by phone for speed.
• Delivery: use your favorite app if time is tight.

Diet or Allergy? Easy Checks

• Look for “vegetarian,” “vegan,” or “gluten-free” notes.
• Call and ask about ingredients (like lard or flour).
• Corn tortillas help with gluten needs.

What to Try When You Get There

• Tacos al pastor
• Carne asada
• Chicken tinga
• Birria with consomé
• Fresh guacamole and salsa

Quick Safety & Comfort Checks

• Look at recent reviews for clean space.
• See if they take cards or cash only.
• Check if they have seating for your group.

Speedy Summary

Use a map app, zoom in, and filter by distance and “Open now.” Keep choices under 5 miles. Pick a place with strong recent reviews and yummy photos. Done. Let’s eat!

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