Original Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ( 679 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
6406 Horsepen Rd, Richmond, VA 23226, United States
+1 804-282-7357

The Original Mexican Restaurant in Richmond, VA, offers a truly authentic dining experience that keeps patrons returning for more. Customers rave about the warmth of the service, often noting the family-owned atmosphere as a highlight. The quick and attentive staff ensure that every visit is enjoyable, whether dining in or taking out.

Food takes center stage here, with standout dishes like the El Cucuy burrito packed with an impressive array of ingredients, including chicken, shrimp, and steak, all smothered in rich queso. The guacamole fresco and chorizo dip have also received high praise, with many describing them as must-tries. Reviewers often remark on the generous portion sizes and affordable prices, making it an excellent value for delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine.

Signature drinks, such as the frozen guava margarita and refreshing strawberry margarita, complement the menu beautifully. Cleanliness and decor enhance the overall experience, making every meal feel special. Whether you're craving comfort food or a family-friendly place, Original Mexican Restaurant checks all the boxes, earning accolades for its remarkable flavors and excellent service.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Original Mexican Restaurant

Esh Henderson
Jul 2,2025
Just gonna get straight to it. We normally do take out but decided to dine in. We were greeted by everyone that was up front immediately. Seems to be a family owned business. Service was quick and thorough. We started with drinks my wife had a frozen guava Margarita that was so good she wanted to take one home, i has a 32 draft modelo negra, and we both had a shoot of patron. They brought out fresh salsa and cops that they make in house. We ordered the guacamole fresco and chorizo dip to start. Then for dinner i has the El Cucuy burrito that was FILLED with chicken, shrimp, steak, chorizo, rice and smotherdd with queso omg let’s just say is enough for two people. My wife had the chori pollo that was served with rice and salad. She normally gets the carnitas that is absolutely amazing as well. Overall flavors fantastic, portion very large, price you wouldn’t believe me if i told you, service top tier. Definitely our go to for good authentic Mexican cuisine. Oh and for 5 alcoholic drinks, two appetizers, chicken taco and two entrees I’m not gonna complain about 118 plus we had 3 takeout boxes of leftovers.
Theresa Chrisman
Jun 23,2025
The children's hamburger and french fries was amazing! The kids loved it! The guacamole was to die for! Add a la carte tacos and lunch special enchiladas. These were good! Service was excellent. The place was very clean also!!
Jasmine Zhang
May 30,2025
Great food. Authentic Mexican food. Beautiful decors everywhere. And servers are super friendly.
Harrison C
May 12,2025
The place makes you feel good! The food is great, the staff is friendly, the margs are good, and the prices are good. What more could you ask for? I got the fajita nachos and a strawberry margarita and they were both so good! It’s the best comfort food you can get! The restaurant is very Clean and recently updated. Highly recommend for good affordable food!
Heather
May 9,2025
Absolutely wonderful experience! Great service and the food was amazing. I got the queso birria and the flavor was perfect! I ended up taking my last taco home because I got so full from the chorizo fries appetizer. 10/10 recommend!
Justin Coultman
Apr 27,2025
Very good food and also very reasonably priced. Food came out fast and hot and it was really really good also.
Alec Leung
Apr 5,2025
Food ordered: QUESADILLA TEXANA BARBACOA Drinks ordered Mexico’s Best Margarita Presidente Margarita Visited on Saturday evening. Almost full house. Food is great! Drinks are great! Good for value and highly recommended!
Deepthi Narayanasetti
Mar 5,2025
Best Mexican restaurant in the neighborhood.. Satisfied by craving for roasted Beans and Rice Tastes fresh and feels good.. Went on Friday Night so the wait Time is bit more but worth the wait.. ...

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