Have you ever been told to never judge a book by its cover? Well, the same theory can be applied to the following Mexican restaurants in Louisiana. While each restaurant on this list may not look like much from the outside, you’ll find some of the most mouth-watering Mexican food you’ll ever taste when you head inside for a meal. So, if you have a hankering for some of the best tacos in Louisiana (and more), I encourage you to read on.

1. Caro’s Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Not only does Caro’s have amazing Mexican food, but this hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Louisiana also features several Caribbean foods that will blow your taste buds away. Be sure to come hungry as the portions are huge.

2. Taqueria Conchita’s

You'll taste some of the best tacos in Louisiana when you dine at this joint. This hole-in-the-wall gem features delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine at an affordable price. They have both outdoor and indoor seating but if the weather is nice, take advantage of sitting outside!

3. Festival Tacos: Authentic Mexican & Seafood Grill

Head on over to Leesville to feast on some amazing tacos at this authentic Mexican and Seafood grill. Established in 2011, you can always count on Festival Tacos as one of the tastiest Mexican restaurants in Louisiana.

4. Antojitos y Taqueria Franko’s

Editor's Note: This restaurant is permanently closed.

This hidden gem is tucked away in a strip mall of sorts in Baton Rouge, and one bite will make you a customer for life.

5. Iron Cactus

Opened in 2010, the Iron Cactus is a wonderful little family-friendly joint where you’ll quickly feel like one of the family. The amazing Tex-Mex flavors will have you coming back again to this hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Louisiana.

6. La Salvadorena

Serving up some of the best Salvadoran cuisine in the state, La Salvadorena is one of the top Baton Rouge Mexican restaurants.

7. Parish Taceaux

Editor's Note: This restaurant is permanently closed. Nestled in the heart of downtown Shreveport, Parish Taceaux is the perfect spot to head to when you’re looking for a delicious taco and maybe a margarita.

8. El Patio

You’ll feel like you’ve been transported to Tijuana when you step inside this amazing little eatery. Featuring a delightful mix of Tex-Mex cuisine, you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu at this hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Louisiana.

9. TacoMania

Editor's Note: This restaurant is permanently closed.

Established in 1998, one bite and you’ll understand why this amazing restaurant has been a favorite among Shreveporters for 20 years. The menu features authentic Mexican flavors that are simply too good to be true.

10. Las Victorias

Tiny but mighty, don’t let the size of this place fool you. What Victoria’s Taqueria lacks in size, they’re making up for in big, bold flavors. Therefore, make a point to stop at one of the most unassuming

Mexican restaurants in Louisiana.

Have you eaten at any of these Mexican restaurants in Louisiana? Let us know in the following comments section. Feel free to share recommendations of hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Louisiana that didn't make this list too.

After you've satisfied your craving for Mexican food, how about chowing down on some BBQ? For ideas of where to go, I'd suggest checking out these hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Louisiana as well.