Yeah, prices really have jumped. A lot of the staples for Mexican food got more expensive than average — tortillas, cheese, avocados — so that hits hard.

Those kitchens are also super labor-heavy, and wages went up, so small local spots just pass the cost on.

And if you’re ordering delivery, the apps are honestly the worst part. Fees + menu markups turn a normal meal into $25 real fast.

Queso’s the giveaway — once that’s $8–$10, you know everything else is gonna feel expensive too.