La Mexicana, nestled at 834 Water St, Sauk City, WI, is a vibrant restaurant that radiates the warmth of authentic Mexican dining. With a delightful menu that includes well-loved classics such as the 3 Tacos Dinner and the Alambre, each dish is beautifully crafted with fresh ingredients. The delicious Carne Asada, topped with guacamole and grilled jalapeños, is a favorite among returning patrons. Customers frequently praise the friendly service and minimal wait times, enhancing the overall dining experience. Jeremy Gesicki highlights how seamless the service feels, remarking on the quick turnarounds that keep the atmosphere lively. The solid dedication to freshness is echoed by longtime visitor John Herbst, who fondly recalls memorable meals over the years, particularly the chicken and cheese quesadillas and their must-try corn tamales. The restaurant doesn’t just serve food; it shares warmth and community through its “Mom and Pop” charm, as noted by Essie Clark. From mouthwatering margaritas to colorful decor reminiscent of Mexican artistry, La Mexicana captures the spirit of Mexico. Affordable prices further solidify its appeal, making it an essential stop for both locals and visitors looking for genuine Mexican fare. It's no wonder patrons keep returning, eager for another flavorful journey.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
No wheelchair-accessible car park
No wheelchair-accessible entrance
No wheelchair-accessible seating
No wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Popular for
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Quick bite
Dining options
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
No toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Cash only
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For La Mexicana
Jeremy Gesicki
May 29,2025
Great food - never had a bad meal or experience here. Friendly service. Short wait on the order from the table...it felt like it was a 5 minute wait. So quick!
Essie Clark
May 27,2025
Mom and Pop Cafe! Good food, friendly service. Made fresh everyday. Tasty Margaritas Lily was our server. ...
John Herbst
Apr 9,2025
Have been coming here over 10 yrs now. Since I'm from out of town, don't get a chance to taste this excellent cuisine with any regularity. Today I had the chicken and cheese quesadillas, with lettuce & tomato on the side. Also a taco with ground beef, and a tostada with chorizo - Mexican sausage. The tostada was piled high with lettuce, tomato, and sour cream. Served with Salsa Verde and red taco sauce on the side, and a Pepsi. Everything was prepped to perfection & absolutely delicious. All fresh ingredients as I've known for many years now. Try their corn tamales if you can, very fresh and made with chicken, beef, or chorizo. The decor is very much an expression of Mexican national spirit, with beverages you'd expect (Modelo beer). I posted pix of the paintings by artists- hecho en Mexico. All the colors are rich and vaguely reminiscent of the murals of Jose Clemente Orozco & Diego Rivera.
Wid Yarnall
Apr 7,2025
Great food, great service, will be going back. Nice atmosphere.
Craig Coen
Apr 2,2025
Food was good. It was busy inside but service was friendly. Food was more affordable than other similar restaurants.
Lee J
Mar 23,2025
Wow I was highly impressed on how good and flavorful the food was I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants some real authentic Mexican food. The one thing I would change is the seat yourself have the server seat people so it's a little less hectic in the restaurant. However the steak taco and ground beef I ordered was very very good keep up the great food also a very friendly staff.
Regi Licht
Mar 13,2025
We eat here often. Always good. Friendly staff
Lonna Hannan
Mar 7,2025
Love this gem. Found it when we were out motorcycling one day and we always stop back when in Sauk City.
Reviews For La Mexicana