Our Favorite Mexican Food Dishes for Kids
Kids love Mexican food. Who doesn’t? Cheesy, tomato-ey, and oh-so-good, great Mexican food is loved by all, and dining at a Mexican restaurant can be one of the best ways to feed a family.
Kids can be expensive, but feeding them doesn’t have to be! Mexican food is a great choice for kids because it’s super filling and super affordable. Kids meals at Mexican restaurants usually offer a lot of bang for your buck, while full-sized entrees usually come with enough food for kids to share. Looking to stretch your budget with delicious food kids love? Add rice and refried beans, chips with queso dip, or guacamole, and watch little tummies get full fast!
Healthy Kids Meals
Mexican food is delicious, but did you know it can also be a healthy choice when dining out with a family? Many dishes feature rice and beans, as well as grilled proteins and vegetables. Mexican chicken and fish dishes are great lean choices, and they come packed with flavor for even the pickiest palates. Looking for good meatless Monday options? Many proteins can be substituted for beans, cheese, rice, vegetables, or other meat-free selections. The best part? No matter what you choose, it’s going to taste great!
Our Favorite Mexican Food Dishes for Kids
Looking for some inspiration? Here are some of our favorite Mexican food dishes for kids:
Tacos: Handheld, kid-sized, and loaded with protein, cheese, and veggie toppings, tacos are always a winner. There’s certainly potential for mess, but here’s a tip: have kids eat tacos over tortilla chips. When they’re done, any bits that have fallen become instant nachos! Our kids taco plate comes with your choice of tater tots, black beans, or rice.
Quesadilla Chicken Melts: Filled with melty cheese and lean grilled chicken, these folded tortilla sandwiches are grilled crispy, and always a favorite with the kid crowd. Add more veggies to their day with grilled peppers and onions, pico de gallo, or a side of black beans.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Melt: Though not a typical staple in Mexican cuisine, this fan-favorite takes two classic flavors and melts them together for a tasty treat your kid will love. This delicious dish comes with a side of black beans, rice, or tater tots.
Build Your Own TCT Burrito or Bowl: Choose your protein, choose your toppings, choose your sauce. It’s the best way to create a custom Mexican dish any kid would love! Select from chicken, pork, veggies, shrimp, or fish, then pile on beans, corn salsa, and baja slaw. Add ranch, cilantro crema, or cilantro lime sauce, and you’ve got a winner for dinner!
Mild Salsa: Pureed vegetables never tasted so good! Kids love to dip their chips and scoop up every delicious bite. Homemade from fresh, vine-ripened crushed tomatoes, sweet onions, cilantro, and mild peppers, our TCT salsa is a favorite among diners of all ages.
Bring the Whole Family to The Corner Taqueria
When it’s time to feed a crowd, skip the fast food, and look for some of our favorite Mexican food dishes for kids. You can find hearty, healthy, delicious meals made from fresh ingredients, all for a great price at our Smyrna Market Village Mexican restaurant. The Corner Taqueria is serving up great kids meals, including funky fusion gourmet tacos and handcrafted salsa, and for the grown-ups, local craft beer and more than 30 types of tequila. Featuring a lively bar, a comfortable dining room, and a scenic patio, there's plenty of room for the whole family!
Check out our full kids menu online, and don't forget about our daily drink specials!
