From The Fairmont Dallas Best Nearby Latin American (Restaurants) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Dallas, TX Cadillac Bar (Restaurants - Latin American) 1800 N Market St, Dallas  TX  75202 • 214-999-0662 Distance: ~0.41 mi User Rating: 6 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. If authentic Mexican is what you're after, then you need to take a trip to the Cadillac Bar. This popular restaurant features traditional decor and its ambiance is full-fledged FIESTA! The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere (complete with live music) is energetic. Locals favor the Cadillac for its renowned margaritas. Classics like Cabrito al Pastor (roasted young goat) and Camarones Enbrochette (stuffed shrimp) are among the many tasty menu items. To complete your bona fide Mexican meal, the Tres Leches dessert (pound cake soaked in three types of milk and whipped cream, then topped with cinnamon and vanilla) is an absolute must. Pepe's & Mito's Mexican Cafe (Restaurants - Latin American) 2911 Elm St, Dallas  TX  75226 • 214-741-1901 Distance: ~1.12 mi         Description: DEEP ELLUM. A casual, colorful dining room and shaded patio draw lunch and dinner crowds to this popular restaurant. The extensive Tex-Mex menu offers steak in a smoky chipotle wine sauce, along with quesadillas, pork tamales, sizzling fajitas, and Mexican specialties like pollo al mojo de ajo (a garlic-tinged chicken breast). Lunch specials are a hit with locals, as is the weekend brunch, where breakfast tacos are served with a smile. A kids' menu makes Pepe's & Mito's a great choice for families. Monica's Aca Y Alla (Restaurants - Latin American) 2914 Main St, Dallas  TX  75226 • 214-748-7140 Distance: ~1.17 mi         Description: DEEP ELLUM. Wise combinations of spices give this Mexican favorite a zest all its own. Hints of Asia, the Southwest and the Mediterranean shine through in goodies like Pink Enchiladas and Cha-Cha Burritos. Contemporary and fun, the interior of Monica's includes a space for dancing. And, befitting its Deep Ellum location, live bands perform on weekends. Drink-wise, they serve wine and specialty margaritas such as the Melon Margarita and Raspberry Swirl. Primo's Bar & Grille (Restaurants - Latin American) 3309 McKinney Ave, Dallas  TX  75204 • 214-220-0510 Distance: ~1.33 mi         Description: UPTOWN. Known for casual ambiance and great Tex-Mex food, Primo's is a popular destination for an after-work drink and a round of appetizers. Located in one of the city's trendiest neighborhoods, the establishment offers a variety of delicious foods, like fajitas, fish tacos and a variety of huevos dishes. Primo's showcases a lively bar area as well as a patio perfect for meeting up with friends to share some eats and drinks.   Taco Diner (Restaurants - Latin American) 3699 McKinney Ave Ste 307, Dallas  TX  75204 • 214-521-3669 Distance: ~1.56 mi         Description: UPTOWN. The hot, delicious fare found at so many corner taco stands in Mexico goes upscale at this much-loved local chain. The McKinney Avenue offshoot has added appeal thanks to a West Village location among trendy shops and restaurants. Grab a coveted sidewalk seat and tuck into citrus-tinged fish tacos or soft tacos with pork, chicken, or beef. Mexican standards – enchiladas, fajitas, and the like – can also be had. Fresh salsas and ingredients fill the menu, a welcome change from the grease and cheese you'll find at some lesser venues. Café Brazil (Restaurants - Latin American) 3847 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas  TX  75219 • 214-461-8762 Distance: ~1.71 mi         Description: OAK LAWN. In addition to traditional breakfast dishes, Café Brazil has plenty of options to satisfy a sweet tooth or caffeine craving. Scrumptious desserts and an unending supply of coffee are available, along with crepes of all kinds (dipped in cinnamon egg batter) and tropical fruit French toast. You'll also find great service and a laid-back atmosphere that attracts an eclectic crowd. Outdoor seating is an added perk, and the cafe is open all night. Inexpensive and satisfying. Ciudad D. F. (Restaurants - Latin American) 3888 Oak Lawn Ave One Turtle Creek Village, Dallas  TX  75219 • 214-219-3141 Distance: ~2.09 mi         Description: OAK LAWN. Home of the famous Green Bellybutton margarita, this Dallas favorite serves authentic Mexican dishes with a Texas twist. The attractive, candle-lit dining area will make you feel as if you're on the hacienda – stucco walls, hand-painted murals, high ceilings, leather furniture, white tablecloths, and colorful accessories abound. The menu is a veritable "who's who" of spicy flavor, from taqueria-style tacos and duck-filled flautas to veal short ribs in red mole sauce and roasted poblano chilis stuffed with pork barbecue. A perfect complement to any such feast is a pitcher of sangria or a signature watermelon margarita. Gloria's (Restaurants - Latin American) 4140 Lemmon Ave, Dallas  TX  75219 • 214-521-7576 Distance: ~2.12 mi         Description: OAK LAWN. Mmmmm! The smell of fried Yucca and banana wrapped tamales fill the air at Gloria's. The restaurant features a funky ambiance and serves up traditional Salvadorian and Mexican food – and Dallas is eating it up! Menu classics include black rice and cheese tortillas as well as frosty Margaritas and icy cold beer. Entree options include bisteck ranchero (beef steak served in a spicy tomato-based sauce), charbroiled shrimp and cheese-filled pupusas. Prices are affordable and Gloria's is family friendly. Mia's Tex-Mex (Restaurants - Latin American) 4322 Lemmon Ave, Dallas  TX  75219-2705 • 214-526-1020 Distance: ~2.26 mi         Description: NORTHEAST DALLAS. Fajitas and tacos abound at Mia's, making for satisfying meals. Family-run and -operated, Mia's sports casual, fun ambiance and affordable prices. Specialties include spinach enchiladas, brisket tacos, shredded chicken chimichangas, and carne asada. Combination dinners and lunch specials up the ante on heartiness and value. Extras include savory rellenos (stuffed chili peppers) and friendly service. Frequented by everyone from locals to celebrities. Ojeda's Mexican Restaurant (Restaurants - Latin American) 4617 Maple Ave, Dallas  TX  75219 • 214-528-8383 Distance: ~2.32 mi         Description: LOVE FIELD. Dependable Mexican and Southwestern dishes are the hallmark of this local institution, established more than 35 years ago. How has it thrived in the fickle Dallas restaurant scene for so long? Adherence to simple, delicious preparations and friendly customer service have a lot to do with it. Start with a flavorful plate of nachos, and then choose from a wealth of south-of-the-border favorites. Enchiladas, chicken mole, flautas, tacos, and chalupas can be had in an endless variety of combinations – dig in! 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