Mexican Restaurants with Margaritas & Full Bar in Frederick MD

A great Mexican dinner in Frederick often starts with the drink order. Several downtown restaurants pour specialty margaritas and run full bars, turning a casual meal into a relaxed evening out. From mezcal pours on Carroll Creek to a signature black margarita, here is where to settle in for a drink.

Specialty Margaritas Worth the Trip

Plaza Mexico at 50 Carroll Creek Way has built a reputation on its margarita range. The bar mixes mezcal, pomegranate, and jumbo blue versions alongside the classic, giving guests room to explore beyond the standard lime pour. The colorful dining room and fun atmosphere match the playful drink list.

Cafe Bueno keeps a smaller but memorable focus downtown. The restaurant earns regular praise for its black margarita, a striking pour that stands out from the usual lineup. Paired with the kitchen's hand-breaded fish tacos, it makes for a distinctive warm-weather visit.

Full Bar and Sports Bar Energy

River Bar & Grill at 129 N Market Street brings a livelier full-bar setting to the scene. The restaurant combines indoor dining, a sports bar, and an outdoor patio, so the room shifts easily from game-day energy to a relaxed patio evening. Margaritas pair with the fajita-forward menu.

The full bar means margaritas are only the start. Diners who prefer beer, wine, or a cocktail beyond tequila find options here, which makes River Bar & Grill a flexible choice for groups with mixed tastes. The Hernandez del Cid family brings decades of restaurant experience to the operation.

Patios and Outdoor Margarita Hour

Frederick's warm months reward outdoor seating, and several of these spots deliver. Plaza Mexico's location near Carroll Creek Park puts tables steps from the water, a favorite setting for an unhurried margarita. The creekside view turns an ordinary round of drinks into something more memorable.

River Bar & Grill adds a downtown patio on North Market Street, placing diners in the middle of Frederick's walkable historic district. Both patios fill quickly on pleasant evenings, so arriving early or reserving ahead helps secure an outdoor table during peak season.

Pairing Drinks with the Menu

The best margarita evenings build a meal around the drinks. Fajitas, with their sizzle and shareable portions, pair naturally with a round of margaritas, and River Bar & Grill leans into that strength. Tacos and shared appetizers work just as well at Plaza Mexico and Cafe Bueno.

Explore the full Mexican restaurants hub for complete menus, then check the best tacos guide to round out your order. Families planning a relaxed group dinner can also review the family-friendly guide for the most welcoming rooms.