Last updated October 6, 2026 · ranked from 6,611 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 6 mexican restaurants in and around Brighton, MI, led by EL TORO BAR & GRILL, Casa Tequila Brighton and Chili's Grill & Bar. Together they have 6,611 Google reviews; EL TORO BAR & GRILL has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.3. Every place on the list is in Brighton, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
A broad menu and a 4.3-star Google rating from 1,415 reviews put EL TORO BAR & GRILL at No. 1 on this list in Brighton, MI. At 101 Brookside Ln, the Mexican bar and grill serves tacos, fajitas, steak and seafood in a colorful, casual space. Vegetarian options and a children’s menu accommodate different diners, while takeout and delivery offer alternatives to table service. Happy-hour food and drinks, late-night food and an 11 p.m. Friday closing add flexibility for evening plans.
Tacos and fajitas
Vegetarian options
Happy-hour food and drinks
“Horridly overscented tonight! It made me gag! My eyes burned and it made me cough! It smelled like lemon eucalyptus puke and I can still smell it on my clothes even though I'm not in there anymore! I couldn't even taste the food due …”
Vegan tacos and molcajete both draw praise in the supplied reviews, giving Casa Tequila Brighton specific reasons for its No. 2 spot. This Mexican grill and cantina at 501 W Main St in Brighton, MI has a 4.2 Google rating from 685 reviews. One reviewer recommends the beefless vegan tacos, while another reports that their wife enjoyed the molcajete. Outdoor seating, a children’s menu, and happy-hour food and drinks add practical options for lunch or dinner.
Vegan taco praise
Outdoor seating
Happy-hour food and drinks
“One of the best stakes (ribeye) that I had especially for a Mexican restaurant and wife had the molcajete she definitely enjoyed it and thats a picky eater lol. Only thing that i was not a fan of was the beens no flavor but everything el…”
Classic Tex-Mex, family amenities, and late-night hours earn Chili’s Grill & Bar the No. 3 spot. At 8071 Challis Rd in Brighton, MI, the restaurant serves Tex-Mex and American fare in a casual, Southwestern-style setting. Its 4-star Google rating spans 1,653 reviews, and one reviewer praised both the food and excellent service. A children’s menu, high chairs, and changing tables support family visits, while vegetarian options broaden the choices. Friday and Saturday hours extend to 11 p.m.; takeout and delivery are also available.
Classic Tex-Mex
Children’s menu
Late-night dining
“Absolutely delicious food and some great deals to be had. Our service was excellent. We will definitely be back!!!”
Customizable meals and fast counter service put QDOBA Mexican Eats at No. 4 for practical lunch and dinner options in Brighton, MI. The location at 8709 W Grand River Ave offers vegetarian choices, a children’s menu and several ways to order, including a drive-through, curbside pickup and delivery. It opens daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. One reviewer praised the steak and friendly staff, though other excerpts noted small portions. Its Google rating is 3.8 out of 5 from 243 reviews.
Customizable Mexican meals
Drive-through available
Vegetarian choices
“The steak is good, the music was fun and Selena/Staff were super friendly. I had a great experience.”
Late-night hours and a low listed price level earn Taco Bell its No. 5 spot in Brighton, MI. The location at 8541 W Grand River Ave serves tacos, quesadillas and nachos, with vegetarian options and drive-through, takeout, delivery and dine-in service. It stays open until 4 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 a.m. the remaining days. Its 3.2-star Google rating reflects mixed experiences, but positive reviews specifically praise the chicken quesadilla, creamy guacamole and friendly daytime team.
Late-night hours
Vegetarian options
Drive-through service
“First of all, no one was there, the AI order system is horrible, waited 15 minutes for food. Burnt food, no napkins. The only reason it has two stars is because it's taco bell.”
Build-your-own burritos, tacos and bowls give Chipotle Mexican Grill its main draw at No. 6, alongside practical ordering options and daily hours of 10:45 a.m. to 11 p.m. The location at 8599 W Grand River Ave in Brighton, MI offers counter service, takeout and delivery, plus indoor and outdoor seating. Vegan and vegetarian choices accommodate different eating preferences, while a children’s menu and free parking add convenience. Its Google rating is 2.9 out of 5 across 1,175 reviews.
Build-your-own meals
Vegan vegetarian options
Open until eleven
“Food is tasty, but the big guy with the ginger beard has helped me the last few times I’ve been in and he is always very short and rude. Really upset me this time because it seems he is always in a bad mood and takes it out on his custom…”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each mexican restaurant is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Brighton category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Mexican Restaurants in Brighton, MI: common questions
Which Mexican restaurant in Brighton, MI has the highest Google rating?
EL TORO BAR & GRILL at 101 Brookside Ln leads these six restaurants with 4.3 out of 5 from 1,415 reviews. Casa Tequila Brighton follows at 4.2 from 685 reviews, while Chili's Grill & Bar has 4.0 from 1,653 reviews.
Where can I get Mexican-inspired food late at night in Brighton, MI?
Taco Bell at 8541 W Grand River Ave stays open until 4 a.m. following Thursday through Saturday service and until 2:30 a.m. following Sunday through Wednesday service. It opens at 9 a.m. daily and offers a drive-through. Chipotle at 8599 W Grand River Ave closes at 11 p.m. every day.
Which Mexican restaurants in Brighton, MI offer vegan or vegetarian options?
Casa Tequila Brighton and Chipotle Mexican Grill both offer vegan and vegetarian options. A Casa Tequila reviewer specifically recommends the beefless vegan tacos. Chili's Grill & Bar, EL TORO BAR & GRILL, Taco Bell and QDOBA Mexican Eats also offer vegetarian choices.
Where can families reserve a table for Mexican food in Brighton, MI?
EL TORO BAR & GRILL, Casa Tequila Brighton and Chili's Grill & Bar accept reservations and provide children's menus and high chairs. Chili's also has changing tables. QDOBA and Chipotle provide children's menus and high chairs but do not accept reservations.
Which Mexican restaurants in Brighton, MI have outdoor seating or convenient pickup?
Casa Tequila Brighton, Chipotle Mexican Grill and QDOBA Mexican Eats have outdoor seating; Casa Tequila also allows dogs outside. QDOBA at 8709 W Grand River Ave offers curbside pickup and a drive-through and is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. All six restaurants offer takeout and delivery.
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