Rapid City, South Dakota
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Updated October 2026 · 8 places · Rapid City
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Our top picks are Albertano’s Mexican Food — Haines Avenue, Albertano’s Mexican Food — Mount Rushmore Road and Ma Cualli.
These independently operated Mexican restaurants and taquerias are listed at Rapid City addresses and have current business or review listings. The descriptions summarize what each place serves or what reviewers mention; Albertano’s two Rapid City locations are listed separately.
$ · 1565 Haines Avenue, Rapid City, SD 57701
Albertano’s is a counter-service Mexican restaurant with a drive-through. A local review highlights its large breakfast burrito, while other reviewers mention generous portions and quick service.
Best for: breakfast and takeout
$ · 2400 Mount Rushmore Road, Rapid City, SD 57701
This is Albertano’s second Rapid City location, serving Mexican food with counter service and drive-through ordering. Reviews mention large portions, and local coverage describes the same menu and experience at both locations.
Best for: breakfast and takeout
$$ · 4831 5th Street, Suite 101, Rapid City, SD 57701
Ma Cualli is a Mexican restaurant with a full-service dining room. Local coverage describes its fast growth, and restaurant listings note a lively atmosphere and creative cocktails.
Best for: dinner
$$ · 1012 East North Street, Rapid City, SD 57701
El Sombrero is a Mexican restaurant on East North Street. Review listings show strong overall diner ratings and note satisfaction with meals.
Best for: casual Mexican meals
$ · 208 East North Street, Rapid City, SD 57701
Sabor a Mexico is a Mexican restaurant in central Rapid City. Reviewers mention fast, friendly service and generous portions.
Best for: generous portions
$ · 23021 Hisega Road, Rapid City, SD 57702
Mexico Tipico is a Mexican restaurant on Hisega Road. Reviewers call out its carne asada street tacos, chips and salsa, and friendly service.
Best for: street tacos
$$ · 2205 North Lacrosse Street, Rapid City, SD 57701
Puerto Vallarta is a Mexican restaurant and tequila bar that says it serves family recipes. Reviews mention lunch specials, chips and salsa, and consistently good food.
Best for: family meals
$ · Rapid City, SD 57701
Eddie’s Taco’s RC is a taco-focused food-truck business in Rapid City. Reviews mention its street tacos, especially the pork taco, along with beans and rice.
Best for: street tacos
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