Plaza Tapatia raises the bar for Mexican food in Salisbury

In a city filled with familiar chains and predictable menus, Plaza Tapatia proves that quality still matters. Ranked as the highest-rated Mexican restaurant in the area on DoorDash, Plaza Tapatia doesn’t just live up to the hype—it sets a standard that many local spots fail to reach.

Too often, Mexican restaurants play it safe. Flavors blur together, portions disappoint and ingredients feel like an afterthought. Plaza Tapatia breaks that cycle. Every dish feels intentional, prepared with care rather than rushed out of the kitchen. As someone who considers Qdoba a longtime favorite back home, it’s not easy to say another place rivals but Plaza Tapatia does, and in some ways, surpasses it

Chicken enchiladas. Image courtesy of Aaron Simon.

The chicken enchiladas, priced at $15.75, are a perfect example of what this restaurant gets right. The cheese is gooey and rich without being overwhelming, the chicken is well-seasoned and flavorful and the rice on the side is anything but an afterthought. Each component works together, making the dish feel complete rather than pieced together.

Chicken avocado salad. Image courtesy of Aaron Simon.

The chicken avocado salad, costing $13.50, stands out for its freshness. Avocado is often a gamble at restaurants. It is either too hard or too soft. Yet Plaza Tapatia gets it right with a perfectly ripe, hand-cut avocado. The seasoned chicken pairs well with the crisp lettuce, creating a balance of freshness and flavor that makes the dressing almost unnecessary.

Even the chips and salsa, priced at $4, reflect the restaurant’s attention to detail. The salsa tastes fresh, with balanced onion and tomato flavors that don’t overpower each other. The portion of chips is generous refreshing in a time when many chains cut corners though the salsa portion could be slightly larger to match.

Overall, Plaza Tapatia delivers a meal that feels thoughtfully prepared from start to finish. The ingredient quality, flavor balance and consistency set it apart from other Mexican spots in the area.

Conveniently located near campus and offering food that genuinely satisfies, it earns a strong 9.5 out of 10 and a clear recommendation for anyone looking for Mexican food done right in Salisbury.

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By AARON SIMON

Staff Writer