Mexico – EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

A sign reading "Mexico" with decorative borders marks its debut in 1996 at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival.

A small building labeled "Mexico" with people standing nearby. The building, reminiscent of traditional Mexican architecture, hosts a vibrant atmosphere with food and wine in the open area under clear skies.

Mexico has been a presence at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival since its inception. “Take your taste buds south of the border for tostadas, flautas, margaritas and more.” This year, the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival takes place August 29 – November 23, 2024.

Menu for the Mexico Global Marketplace at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

A menu board titled "Mexico" features items like 'Tostada de Camarones,' 'Flan de Barbacoa,' and various alcoholic beverages including 'Mango Smoky Margarita' and 'Poblano Margarita,' perfect for any Food & Wine enthusiast.

Food:

  • 🆕 Tostada de Camarones: Tempura-Battered Shrimp atop a Fried Corn Tortilla with Guacamole, Cabbage, Chipotle Aïoli, Diced Mango and Chile-Lime Powder – $7.75
  • 🆕 Flauta de Barbacoa: Fried Tortillas filled with Barbacoa Beef topped with Salsa Verde, Crema Mexicana and Queso Fresco – $8.00
  • 🆕 Pan de Elote: Traditional Mexican Cornbread topped with Chocolate Sauce and Queso Fresco – $6.00

Beverages:

*Price per bottle is an average price of the spirit at your local liquor store.

Photos of Menu Items from the Mexico Global Marketplace at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

*NEW* Tostada de Camarones: Tempura-Battered Shrimp atop a Fried Corn Tortilla with Guacamole, Cabbage, Chipotle Aïoli, Diced Mango and Chile-Lime Powder – $7.75

A plate with a crispy tortilla topped with battered fried fish, shredded lettuce, diced mango, and a drizzle of pink sauce, served on a rectangular disposable platter—perfect for a Food & Wine event.
Tostada de Camarones: Tempura-Battered Shrimp atop a Fried Corn Tortilla with Guacamole, Cabbage, Chipotle Aïoli, Diced Mango and Chile-Lime Powder – $7.75

This Tempura batter is better than any we’ve ever had from the Japan Pavilion. Really, the shrimp is so good. They’re plump, juicy, and a good size. The accompaniments don’t add anything to the dish, but the shrimp are so good that we have to give this a great rating.

Rank out of 7: 6

*NEW* Flauta de Barbacoa: Fried Tortillas filled with Barbacoa Beef topped with Salsa Verde, Crema Mexicana and Queso Fresco – $8.00

A fried taco topped with shredded lettuce, white cheese, sliced radish, and sour cream is served on a disposable plate next to a drink—perfect for any Food & Wine enthusiast.
Flauta de Barbacoa: Fried Tortillas filled with Barbacoa Beef topped with Salsa Verde, Crema Mexicana and Queso Fresco – $8.00

This has a nice kick, but the flavors are basic overall. That being said, sometimes you want the most basic version of the thing that you ordered. If you want a flauta that is going to check all the boxes without doing anything overly great, this hits the spot.

Rank out of 7: 5

*NEW* Pan de Elote: Traditional Mexican Cornbread topped with Chocolate Sauce and Queso Fresco – $6.00

A piece of cake topped with chocolate sauce, shredded coconut, and a single raspberry, served on a small rectangular plate reminiscent of Mexican flair. A drink in a clear cup is partially visible to the left.
Pan de Elote: Traditional Mexican Cornbread topped with Chocolate Sauce and Queso Fresco – $6.00

What a great dessert! If you can get all the flavors in one bite, it’s like eating an entire meal. You get the sweetness of the cornbread and the richness of the dark chocolate, and then the cheese sneaks in and brings it all together. This is unlike anything we’ve ever had at the festival.

Rank out of 7: 6

*NEW* Mango Sunrise Margarita: Dos Hombres Mezcal ($46/bottle), Centinela Tequila ($31/bottle), Mango Purée and Black Currant Liqueur, with a Chile-Lime Salt Rim – $13.25

A large, orange-colored drink with a chili powder-rimmed cup sits on a table by a body of water, surrounded by green foliage and buildings in the background—a picturesque Food & Wine scene.
Mango Sunrise Margarita: Dos Hombres Mezcal ($46/bottle), Centinela Tequila ($31/bottle), Mango Purée and Black Currant Liqueur, with a Chile-Lime Salt Rim – $13.25

The drinks always disappoint us at the Mexico booth, and this year is no different. This drink tastes like Chloraseptic. The salt is good, but how hard is it to put a good rim of salt on a margarita? Skip this drink.

Rank out of 7: 2

*NEW* Poblano Margarita: Lalo Tequila Blanco ($39/bottle), Abasolo Corn Whisky ($43/bottle), Lime Juice and Ancho Reyes Verde Chile Poblano Liqueur ($39/bottle) with a Salt Rim – $13.00

Two beverages in plastic cups, one with a salted rim and ice, and the other with a chili-rimmed rim, rest on a table overlooking a lake. The serene waters are framed by buildings and greenery, making it a perfect Food & Wine moment.
Poblano Margarita: Lalo Tequila Blanco ($39/bottle), Abasolo Corn Whisky ($43/bottle), Lime Juice and Ancho Reyes Verde Chile Poblano Liqueur ($39/bottle) with a Salt Rim – $13.00

There is nothing special about this drink. It tastes like a margarita, so if that’s what you want, then great. But there is no poblano flavor at all. We wanted some heat, or at least a little extra flavor. Instead, this is just bland and watered down. Go to one of the locations in Mexico that sells margaritas every day and you’ll get a much better drink.

Rank out of 7: 3

Location of the Mexico Global Marketplace at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

The Mexico Global Marketplace is conveniently located on the water side of World Showcase Promenade adjacent to La Cantina de San Angel. You can find it at number 10 on the map below.

A detailed, colorful map of Epcot theme park showcases a variety of labeled attractions, pavilions, and countries surrounding a central lake. Highlights include Test Track, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and the Block & Hans pavilion for craft beer enthusiasts.

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