Few things match the anticipation you get when that big bowl of chips and the salsa get delivered to your table right after you sit down at your favorite Mexican restaurant. For sure there's a certain allure to eating Mexican food out at a restaurant as opposed to making it at home.

Most Mexican restaurants offer affordable dining in a fun atmosphere with lively music and a friendly waitstaff. On top of all that, portions at Mexican restaurants are usually piled high or delivered on a plate as big as the moon with a pool of steaming refried beans snug against a healthy scoop of rice and whatever entree you ordered.

If this all sounds good to you, then check out this list of the best Mexican restaurants in Nebraska and prepare to be hungry.

1. Riveras Mexican Restaurant - Omaha, NE

Riveras has authentic Mexican food with major flair. It's worth a trip over to Omaha just for Riveras!12047 Blondo St, Omaha, NE 68164

2. San Pedro Mexican Restaurant - Kearney, NE

Authentic in Kearney. Nice. Try the margaritas if you really want to feel like you're in Mexico.3907 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847

3. Margaritas Family Mexican Restaurant - Ogallala, NE

If you like heaping servings of flavorful Mexican food piled so high you wonder if you'll ever make it to the bottom of the dish, then you'll love Margaritas in Ogallala. 401 Stagecoach Trail, Ogallala, NE 69153

4. La Paz Mexican Restaurant - Lincoln, NE

The prices are fair, the service is great and the food...well, let's just say there's a great reason La Paz is Lincoln's top Mexican restaurant.321 N Cotner Blvd, Lincoln, NE 68505

5. Margarita's - North Platte, NE

Mmmm. Authentic Mexican right in North Platte. No need to drive anywhere else for great food and fast service.104 N Jeffers St, North Platte, NE 69101

6. El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant - Norfolk, NE

If you've eaten at El Mezcal then it will come as no surprise that this Mexican restaurant is currently ranked #4 among Trip Advisor reviewers. That's #4 in all of Norfolk. Wow.601 S 25th St # 100, Norfolk, NE 68701

7. El Tapatio - Grand Island, NE

Folks love the large portions they get at El Tapatio in Grand Island. You can do one of two obvious things with a big portion: split a meal with your S.O. or bring the leftovers home for later. 2610 S Locust St, Grand Island, NE 68801

8. La Bonita Mexican Restaurant - Scottsbluff, NE

You would expect a big place like Scottsbluff would have its fair share of Mexican restaurant choices and it does. According to Trip Advisor users though, it's La Bonita for the best in town. 224 S Beltline Hwy W, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

9. Milo n Max's - Valentine, NE

The best Mexican cuisine isn't far away in Valentine. Milo n Max's has switched over to its summer hours and is now open 11:30 a.m. til 9 p.m. That's a lot of hours to get your fix of Mexican food!733 W C St, Valentine, NE 69201

10. Tacos and More - Wayne, NE

Tacos and More up in Wayne, NE dishes up more than Mexican fare. But the Mexican items they have on the menu are a great option when you've craving authentic Mexican in this part of the state.509 Dearborn St # 4, Wayne, NE

Did you expect there to be so many great choices this far north of the border?

Nebraska is a big place and it's impossible to name all of the Mexican restaurants. If we left your favorite one off the list then feel free to add it in our comments. We'd love to hear about your favorite spot.

If you're in the mood for foods with more regional flair you should read: These 12 Iconic Foods In Nebraska Will Have Your Mouth Watering.