Scratch-made Mexican in the heart of Escalante
Chihuahua Garcia Mexican Grill opened its brick-and-mortar location on Escalante's Main Street in early 2026, graduating from a food truck operation that had already built a loyal following among locals and canyon-country travelers. Owners Edgar Garcia and Johanna Gonzalez run the place themselves, and the food reflects their roots: authentic Mexican cooking, not a tourist approximation of it.
The menu centers on tacos, burritos, and bowls made with ingredients prepared in-house daily. Shrimp tacos, fish tacos, and wet burritos are among the standout items, and the kitchen makes its salsa and pickled onions from scratch. Chips are house-made and well-salted. Portions run generous. The rice and beans are cooked with olive oil and vegetables, making most dishes adaptable for vegetarians.
The restaurant is located at 40 E Main St in the center of Escalante, about 45 minutes east of Bryce Canyon on Scenic Byway 12. Hours are Tuesday through Friday, roughly 10 AM–5 PM — check ahead if you're planning a dinner stop, as midday is the reliable window. No website as of publication; call (435) 383-7880 to confirm hours before a long drive.
159 reviews
3 months ago
This place slaps. Sometimes you don't know what you're going to get in rural utah. I got the carne asada fries and my wife got the carne asada burrito. We both agreed the meat was good quality and really good. Their salsa was very flavorful. Our kids loved their kids meals and the fry sauce was better than normal. It's a fun atmosphere with outside only seating and lots of picnic style tables with umbrellas.
6 months ago
Great spot! Food was delicious! We had the street tacos (all three - but pork was our favorite) and the Southwest salad with carne asada. Service was super friendly, and the shaded outdoor seating was perfect after a day outside. Super convenient for a stop near Escalante Petrified Forest - definitely recommend.
4 months ago
Actually surprised that the only Mexicans food in this town is actually good.. I said hola to the cashier if she didn't respond which was interesting. But I hear them speaking Spanish in the back. Had a burrito in the green sauce is good chocolate shake was also nice.
5 months ago
We ordered the Big tacos, carne asada fries and enchiladas, we were passing by and this place was seriously amazing and they have the most delicious carne asada fries our family has ever tried the food is made fresh so there’s a wait for it but I promise it’s worth it,also I’d like to say the portions are so filling, the seating is only outside but after driving for so long eating in the fresh air is so nice. If you’re passing through Escalante I highly recommend this place we will definitely be back on our way home
5 months ago
Great food. Order at the window and eat at their outside tables or take it to go. I had a pork carnitas burrito, spouse had a southwest salad. Both come with your own choice of meat.