Award-winning locally-owned Mexican restaurant located in downtown Asheville, featuring lunch, and dinner with full bar and cheap beer! Come to Mama, you’ll be glad you did! California-style burritos, Ensenada-style fish tacos, Birria-quesa tacos, the best margs in town, and plenty of Vegetarian options—try the cauliflower al pastor tacos! Mamacitas has something for every diner. Come to Mama!
Casual cantina serving Mexican classics with a salsa bar, beer & margaritas in an art-filled space.
Diganth Dinesh Mahale
This place is right in the downtown area. It has some good options for vegetarians and fish lovers as well. We liked the taste as well. Cost effective too. Good for togo. Tables are very closely places and the place is very packed. So dont expect to casually dine in the restaurant
… moreTi Dynamite
The staff is always quick to greet you upon arrival, but if you need some time to look over the menu — because they have a LOT of delicious options! — they are patient while you figure out what you are in the mood for. The kitchen is highly visible and always clean. It’s authentic food with authentic smiles for an authentic Downtown Asheville experience that you must try while you are in town.
… moreDeb Ludford
Over from England and Just needed a quick snack, what we got was a full blown huge burrito with grilled chicken and a little bit of everything. The food was amazing, even though I struggled to hold it together.
Not sure what I can say about the staff other than they made me laugh, they made me smile and their interaction with each other was class. The young lady and Luigi (I think) did everything they could to roll our super fat Burritos and give service with a smile. Top service, great food.
… moreBill Dorr
Loved this authentic Mexican spot right in the heart of downtown Asheville. Counter service. Very reasonable and seriously incredible flavors. Tried everything from Birria, Chicken, Shrimp & Steak tacos to a burrito bowl & nachos. So good. Bonus is that they offer beers and specialty drinks. Easy for quick meal. So good that there may be a line. (Right next door to Wicked Weed Brewery)
… moreT Thomas
Place was busy but the staff was cranking! Guy was immediately friendly and nice when first getting to the window! All the staff was nice and working hard! They made the tortillas fresh in front of you as well as cooked the meat to order! Excellent set up and by the time you pay your drink is ready at the bar! The quality, flavor and portions of the food are incredible, I ordered three tacos but next time will get two they are that well packed! Excellent experience here! If you need to eat before going to the Orange Peel this is convenient also!
… moreMelissa
I really enjoy their vegetarian burritos. I’m hooked on the plantain and avocado one. The meats are all too greasy, so I avoid adding any of those to my meals here.
The yucca fries with queso are delicious. They’re thick, properly fried chunks of yucca. It’s a bit of a pricy item though, however, some menu items are a bit high. The quesadilla is disappointing as it costs more than some of the burritos, and they use smaller tortillas.
Just a heads up: go to the website for a good description of each menu item. The chalkboard in the restaurant doesn’t have the room for it.
… moreAndra P.
Delicious! So far I’ve only had the carnitas ensalada and shrimp pastor burrito, both were delicious! Service was friendly and helpful. Good choice of beers. Bar and table seating available. Parking can get tricky during typically busy days/hours.
… moreMichael Barton
Mamacita’s is almost great food. They make flour tortillas in house, marinade their meats very well, and have solid salsa. They assemble your food like Chipotle or Subway in that you can order specific cheeses and veggies to be added at the station after you order. The problem is the ingredients don’t mix well. The taste is very separated so you’ll never get a satisfying full bite of everything. The prices are also very expensive. You’re paying a premium based on their location. However, you’ll always find locals and blue collar workers eating here which is perfect.
… moreGabriel B
For 18 years I have driven by this place and today I decided to give them a try.
Food is delicious. They put love into this food cuz you can definitely taste it.!!! (Beware though that portions are a bit small for big eaters, I asked for extra for the picture).
Employees are friendly and kind.
Will definitely keep coming back.
… moreDanielle Jackson
We had Mamacita’s cater our rehearsal dinner the night before our wedding. We also went through a company listed on their website to deliver the food 30 minutes away to Weaverville, which was also fantastic.
They allowed us to place our order even three days before the event, and they did catering for about 50 of us
Their tacos and food were so delicious, I cannot recommend them enough. I wish I had photos of their food from rehearsal dinner, but unfortunately I do not. The food will not disappoint though! Thanks again!!
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