Authentic Mexican Restaurants in Las Vegas, Nevada

Authentic Mexican restaurants in Las Vegas offer hot, spicy food complemented by ice cold tangy margaritas. The flavors wake up the taste buds with bold flavors from the south of the border. Following are some of the top Mexican restaurants in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Border Grill Las Vegas. Border Grill overlooks the Lazy River just off Mandalay Beach. Chef/.Owners Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger, are on Food Network's Show "Two Hot Tamales". Border Grill serves authentic food from South of the Border. Examples from the dinner menu include Chicken Chilaquiles, Tecate Carnitas, Fish Tacos Ensenada, Kobe Beef Tacos and Sauteed Rock Shrimp. Desserts include Souffle Key Lime Cheesecake, Aztec Chocolate Cake and Mexican Chocolate Cream Pie. Border Grill offers a menu of boutique tequila from Mexico and Margaritas. Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, Las Vegas, NV. 1-702-632-7403.

Diego at MGM Grand. Diego serves traditional recipes hand picked from the Mexican countryside. Signature Dishes include Guacamole de Lojo, a variety of wood fire roasted and grilled salsas, Pollo al Horno con Mole, Cochinita Pibil and Carne Asada. According the the Diego website, the average check is $45 per person. MGM Grand, Las Vegas, NV. 1-702-891-3200.

Isla Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar at Treasure Island Las Vegas. Chef Richard Sandoval prepares traditional Mexican cuisine updated with a modern twist. Isla Tequila Bar offers a selection of over 90 varieties of tequila. Examples from the menu include Chipotle Adobo Lobster, Carne Asade, Enchiladas, Tamales and Burritos. Treasure Island, Las Vegas, NV. 1-866-286-3809.