100+ Fun Mexican Food Quotes, Captions, & Sayings
If you're looking for fun one-liners for social media captions, heartfelt expressions about food and culture, and/or humorous takes on tacos and tequila, this lineup of 100+ Mexican food quotes has them!
Did you know Mexican cuisine has been recognized as a cultural world heritage by UNESCO? I take that as a green light to flood social media with Mexican food posts!
So, whether you’re enjoying authentic Mexican food in one of Mexico’s foodie cities or visiting your neighborhood Mexican restaurant, feel free to snap away—the perfect caption for your photo is just below!
Enjoy this list of 100+ Mexican Food Quotes!
100+ Mexican Food Quotes, Captions, & Sayings
If you’re like me, you probably put off posting on your social accounts when you don’t have the perfect caption. Problem solved: Below are more than 100 of the best Mexican food captions for all different occasions!
Taco Captions
There are so many different fillings for this Mexican staple—I have hundreds of taco photos. There’s the famous Mexico City street food, al pastor (pork). There are the more exotic Mexican foods like nopales (cactus paddles), crickets, and tongue tacos, all of which are common foods of Oaxaca. And don’t get me started on the fried fish tacos found in Cabo San Lucas and the rest of Baja California—YUM!
Not to mention, where I live in Southern California, Baja fish tacos are so popular, they’re even one of the foods California is known for too!
No matter what’s inside your corn or flour tortilla, if you’re a taco lover, there’s a caption below for you!
Some of my best friends are tacos.
“My weekend motto? Tacos, tequila, repeat.”
“Tacos are my love language.”
“You can’t make everyone happy, but you can make tacos. And that’s pretty much the same thing.”
“There’s no problem a taco can’t solve—literally none.”
“Love is fleeting. Tacos are forever.”
“I followed my heart—and it led me to tacos.”
“You’re spec-taco-lar!”
“Feed me tacos, and I’m yours forever.”
“Do more of what makes you happy. For me, that’s eating tacos.”
“Taco Tuesday is my religion.”
“Life without tacos is like a sombrero without color.”
“Every day of the week should be Taco Tuesday.”
“Dinner plans? Two tacos, please!”
Craving tacos yet? Try our Breakfast Street Taco Recipe
Quotes About Guacamole Goodness
I may be biased, but I think California has the best Mexican food in the United States. That may be because we grow the most avocados, the main ingredient in guacamole. And what’s better than a little bit of guac on a tortilla chip? A heap of guac on a chip!
Our super easy, extra delicious, homemade guacamole!
“I’m extra like guac, and I’m proud of it!”
“Avocado is proof that good things come in green.”
“Every chip needs guacamole as its partner in crime.”
“Guac makes the world go round.”
“Don’t stress. Just add guac.”
“Why dip a toe in when you can dip your chip in guac?”
“When life gives me avocados, I make guacamole!”
“Anything is possible with guac on your plate.”
“Warning: I will ask for extra guac every single time.”
“Happiness is a fresh bowl of guacamole.”
“How do you make a good taco a great taco? Guacamole, of course!”
Make yummy homemade guacamole with this easy recipe: 3-Ingredient Guacamole Recipe
Spice Up Your Mexican Food Captions
From Baja to Yucatan, the cuisines of Mexico use chile peppers of every size, color, and spice level. Luckily, many Mexican restaurants will offer salsas at different spice levels so everyone’s taste buds can have a good time.
If you’re a lover of spicy Mexican food, here are the perfect words to go with your delectable food photos.
If you love spicy salsas and jalapeños, the Mexican food captions below are for you.
“If it’s not spicy, is it even Mexican food?”
“A little salsa can go a long way!”
“Spice isn’t for the faint-hearted. It’s for the flavor chasers.”
“Salsas are liquid hugs for your soul.”
“Spice up your life, one salsa at a time.”
“Chili today, salsa tomorrow!”
“Life is just better with a hint of lime and a kick of spice.”
“Mild salsa is an oxymoron.”
“I like my salsas hot, my tacos loaded, and my margaritas cold.”
“Salsa is the ultimate wingman—it goes with everything.”
Margarita Moments
What goes better with great Mexican foods than a refreshing Margarita? Nothing! So, if you have lots of Mexican food photos, you probably have at least a few margarita photos too. Pick the right caption below to complement your image.
Margaritas and nachos, a match made in heaven.
“Margarita vibes and good times.”
“When life gives you limes, make margaritas.”
“Sip happens—margaritas help.”
“A balanced diet is a taco in one hand and a margarita in the other.”
“Keep calm and drink margaritas.”
“Margaritas are proof tequila loves us and wants us to be happy.”
“Tequila may not solve all your problems, but it’s worth a shot.”
“Margaritas taste better with a view of the ocean.”
“Lime, salt, and tequila—the three musketeers.”
“Margaritas are sunshine served in a glass.”
“There’s no such thing as bad Mexican food with a good margarita.”
“True happiness is just a margarita away.”
Want to learn about the history of the Margarita? Read: World Famous Cocktails
Funny Mexican Food Quotes
The country of Mexico takes their food quite seriously. But that doesn’t mean you can’t crack a smile while enjoying amazing Mexican cuisine. If you’re looking for a laugh, tickle your funny bone with one of these cute Mexican food captions. If the first one sounds familiar, it’s because it’s a modern twist on an iconic Virginia Woolf quote.
When it comes to burritos, size matters.
“One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one hasn’t had a good tamale.”
“Breakfast burritos are the reason I wake up early.”
“I’m nacho average foodie.”
“Tequila told me eating a whole tray of enchiladas was a good idea. Tequila was right.”
“Carbs? Just pass me the bean dip and chips.”
“I like big burritos, and I cannot lie.”
“Nachos first. Questions later.”
“The best things in life are burrito-wrapped.”
“Taco ‘bout a perfect day!”
“You had me at queso.”
“Bean there, done that.”
“I’m just here for the churros.”
“Nacho problem if I eat this whole plate.”
“Queso is liquid gold, and I’m a treasure hunter.”
“Late-night cravings meet midnight tamales.”
“I don’t sweat—I glisten, like the salt on my margarita glass.”
“There’s nothing refried about my love for beans.”
Celebrating Mexican Culture
California is home to the first Taco Bell and first El Torito Restaurant. And while I appreciate them both being pioneers in bringing Mexican food to the U.S., I always prefer to frequent the smaller family-owned restaurants in my neighborhood.
For me, foodie heaven is not just about the food, it’s also about the cultural influences, history, and traditions behind delicious cuisine. Below are the best quotes to give your Instagram and social media captions a bit of Mexican culture.
There’s no such thing as too much Mexican food.
“Every bite of Mexican food is a celebration of culture and tradition.”
“A fiesta without Mexican food isn’t a fiesta at all.”
“Mexican food is the art of turning simple ingredients into magic.”
“The heart of Mexico beats in every corn tortilla.”
“Mexican food isn’t just a meal—it’s a celebration of life.”
“You don’t have to know Spanish to understand taco and tequila.”
“Mexican food brings people together—one tortilla at a time.”
“Food is culture, and Mexican food tells a beautiful story.”
“Tamales aren’t just food—they’re a hug from Mexico.”
“Oaxaca taught me that the best mole comes with a side of history.”
“Mexican food is a mood.”
Traditional Mexican Food Sayings
Want to really showcase your appreciation for Mexican culture? Use one of these traditional Mexican food sayings either in Spanish or English.
These Mexican proverbs may be concise captions, but they convey deep meaning about the joy that comes from eating good food, the value of sharing traditional recipes, and the warm hospitality of the Mexican people.
When you visit your friend and her mom just made tamales and taquitos. YAY!
"Barriga llena, corazón contento."
Translation: "Full belly, happy heart."
"Las penas con pan son menos."
Translation: "Troubles are less bitter with bread."
"El hambre es buena consejera."
Translation: "Hunger is a good advisor."
"Donde come uno, comen dos."
Translation: "Where one eats, two can eat."
"Más vale taco en la panza que en la cartera."
Translation: "A taco in the belly is worth more than money in the wallet."
"Como agua para chocolate."
Translation: "Like water for chocolate."
"Sin maíz, no hay país."
Translation: "Without corn, there is no country."
"Lo que no mata, engorda."
Translation: "What doesn’t kill you, makes you fat."
"Tripa vacía, corazón sin alegría."
Translation: "An empty stomach, a heart without joy."
"Pan para hoy, hambre para mañana."
Translation: "Bread for today, hunger for tomorrow."
"El que tiene hambre, en pan piensa."
Translation: "He who is hungry, thinks of bread."
"El plato fuerte siempre se deja para el final."
Translation: "The main dish is always saved for last.
Romantic Mexican Food Quotes
Can the rich flavors of Mexican food help you find true love? Maybe. On my first date with my husband-to-be, we both ordered enchiladas. Let’s just say that thousands of Mexican meals later, we’re still going strong!
We will always have enchiladas.
“Every date night is better with enchiladas.”
“You spice up my life like jalapeños in my taco.”
“You make my heart salsa.”
“You’re nacho ordinary love.”
“We’re a perfect pair—like tacos and tequila.”
“You’re the guac to my chip.”
“Finding someone who loves guacamole as much as you do = soulmates.”
“You’re the chili to my lime.”
“Burrito without you? Impossible!”
“Love is sharing your last churro.”
“I love you more than Mexican food, if that’s even possible.”
Sweet Mexican Food Quotes
Ever notice how so many of the traditional Day of the Dead foods are sweets? That’s because they are the favorite foods of so many.
Diipping churros into hot chocolate—priceless
"Any day with churros is automatically a good day!"
“Ending my meal with flan is my love language.”
“Churros are the sparkle at the end of every dinner.”
“Sweet tooth, meet sopapillas.”
“A day without tres leches is a day wasted.”
“Mexican desserts are pure joy in every bite.”
“Flan is so good, it should be illegal.”
“Churros are proof that happiness exists.”
“Post-dinner flan is self-care.”
“You can keep the cake—I’ll take the churros.”
“Dessert isn’t dessert unless there’s cinnamon sugar involved.”
“Churros are always a good idea.”
Make some Mexican sweet treats with these recipes:
Day of the Dead Recipes
Mexican Cookie Recipes
Celebrity Quotes About Mexican Food
Whether it's tacos, enchiladas, or mole, the vibrant flavors and rich culture of Mexico have inspired some of the world's most famous celebrities and chefs. From humorous quips to profound reflections, here’s how these notable figures have shared their love for Mexican cuisine.
Sometimes nothing beets a crispy quesadilla.
“Nobody in their right mind would pass up tacos. When a taco is calling, you answer.” — Anthony Bourdain
“If you can’t make a good taco, you shouldn’t be cooking at all.” — Gordon Ramsay
“Mexican cuisine isn’t just food—it’s life, history, and love wrapped up in a tortilla.” — Diana Kennedy
“I could live off tortilla chips and guac. Who needs anything else?” — Jennifer Aniston
“The soul of Mexico is in its mole. Every bite is a story.” — Octavio Paz
“The tortilla is power—there’s strength in simplicity.” — Cesar Chavez
“Give me tacos and I’ll give you the world—it’s a fair trade.” — Ricky Martin
“Take a bite of a fried quesadilla. It’s like biting into a piece of art.” — Frida Kahlo
“Mexican food doesn’t ask for your permission; it demands you enjoy it.” — Sandra Bullock
“Every kitchen should aspire to the efficiency of the Mexican taco stand.” — Julia Child
“Tacos are my comfort food, my celebration food, and my everything-in-between food!” — Salma Hayek
“The beauty of Mexican cuisine lies in its stubborn rebellion against the ordinary.” — Diego Rivera
“I’d cross the border just for enchiladas. Worth it every single time!” — Steve Martin
“Pozole reminds me that food can heal more than hunger—it’s medicine for the soul.” — Lupita Nyong’o
“The only wall we need is the one keeping salsa from spilling off my nachos.” — Barack Obama
“I may tell jokes, but Mexican food is something I take very, very seriously.” — George Lopez
“Nothing feels more like home than a fresh batch of handmade tortillas.” — Eva Longoria
“A plate of chiles en nogada is like a novel—layered, powerful, and unforgettable.” — Gabriel Garcia Marquez
"You haven’t lived until you’ve spilled salsa on your shirt and still kept eating.” — Ellen DeGeneres
“You don’t just eat mole; you experience it.” — Anthony Hopkins
“The spicier the better! If it’s not making me sweat, it’s not my kind of Mexican food.” — Priyanka Chopra
Wrap Up
Whether you’re enjoying taco night with friends, savoring freshly made guacamole, or sprinkling cinnamon sugar on your churros, these Mexican food quotes are perfect for captions, conversations, or simply savoring the joy of Mexico’s incredible cuisine.
Mexican food isn’t just about flavor—it’s about community, shared experiences, and the laughter that comes with every bite. I hope you had a few good laughs, and found some quotes that resonate with you!
Which quote was your favorite? Or did you have one to add to the list? Share your thoughts in the comments.
“¡Buen provecho!” 🌮
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