You have to be a pretty picky eater to not enjoy Mexican food. All that cheesy, beany, beefy goodness is too much for most to resist. We love it all, from enchiladas and burritos to tostadas and cheese dip. It’s shocking how much flavor can be packed into dishes made from a handful of ingredients! Read on to learn about some of the best Mexican restaurants in New York.
- Neno’s Gourmet Mexican Street Food: 642 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY 14607
Alasdair McKinnon/Google Maps Neno’s started as a food truck that specialized in gourmet Mexican street food. Street food is a huge part of Mexican culture, and Neno’s celebrates it with its extensive menu of burritos, tacos, and tortas. Neno’s Gourmet Mexican Street Food Dinner In, 642 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY 14607, USA
John Russell/Google Maps Neno’s still operates their original food truck as well, so you may see it around at various Rochester events. You can get more information, including a menu, on their website. They’re also very active on Facebook.
- La Divina Tacos: 2896 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14217
Antonio Ruiz/Google Maps La Divina Tacos may not look like much: it’s little more than a simple counter to order from. But they’ve got some of the best Mexican food in Buffalo. The small spot also carries some Mexican groceries. La Divina Tacos, 2896 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14217, USA
Matt Botticelli/Google Maps It doesn’t get much more authentic than this! Want more information or a menu? Check out their website.
- Old Mexico: 357 Elmira Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
Jeremy Thompson/Google Maps Old Mexico boasts some amazing margaritas and their Taco Tuesday deals are a great bonus. They’ve got all the traditional Mexican dishes, and even offer seafood and soups. Old Mexico, 357 Elmira Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
Brigitte Burghart-Schmitt/Google Maps You won’t want to miss the cheap tacos on Taco Tuesday! There’s a menu on their website and they post specials on their Facebook.
- Mamasita Bar and Grill: 818 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019
Z Jing/Google Maps The Big Apple is famous for being a cultural melting pot, so of course they have some great Mexican food. One of our favorite spots is Mamasita. This casual Hells Kitchen joint has tons of fresh food and a variety of margarita flavors. Mamasita Bar & Grill, 818 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA
Bernard Ramseur/Google Maps Seriously, come here if you love margaritas! They have more than 25 flavors and even carry special flavors for holidays such as Pumpkin Spice and Piña Ghoulada. Check out their full menu on their website.
- Oaxaquena Triqui: 77 N Lake Ave, Albany, NY 12206
Adrian Morris/Google Maps Oaxaquena Triqui is one of the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in New York. This small shop sells some of the best Mexican food in Albany, and it’s as authentic as can be. Oaxaquena Triqui, 77 N Lake Ave, Albany, NY 12206, USA
Steven Tong/Google Maps They even offer breakfast! For a menu or to order online, visit their website.
- La Cocina: 211 Genesee St, Chittenango, NY 13037
Stephanie Crain/Google Maps La Cocina has absolutely massive (and delicious!) meals that are sure to fill you up. Chittenango is such a delightful little town that’s great for a day trip in New York, so why not plan a visit and stop for lunch at La Cocina? La Cocina, 211 Genesee St, Chittenango, NY 13037, USA
Krissy T/Google Maps This family-owned restaurant is one of the best eateries in Chittenango. Get more info on their Facebook.
- Mexicanzingo: 104 Windermere Ave, Greenwood Lake, NY 10925
Danny Rowland/Google Maps Mexicanzingo’s has such a fun name, and their food is just as enjoyable. The restaurant opened up in 2016 when the founders noticed a distinct lack of good Mexican food in the area. Mexicanzingo, 104 Windermere Ave, Greenwood Lake, NY 10925, USA
Mousumi P/Google Maps They’re open seven days a week. Check out their extensive menu on their website.
There’s a seemingly unlimited number of great Mexican restaurants in New York, so we know we forgot a few. Share your suggestions in the comments and maybe you’ll see them in a future article!
You have to be a pretty picky eater to not enjoy Mexican food. All that cheesy, beany, beefy goodness is too much for most to resist. We love it all, from enchiladas and burritos to tostadas and cheese dip. It’s shocking how much flavor can be packed into dishes made from a handful of ingredients! Read on to learn about some of the best Mexican restaurants in New York.
You have to be a pretty picky eater to not enjoy Mexican food. All that cheesy, beany, beefy goodness is too much for most to resist. We love it all, from enchiladas and burritos to tostadas and cheese dip. It’s shocking how much flavor can be packed into dishes made from a handful of ingredients! Read on to learn about some of the best Mexican restaurants in New York.
Alasdair McKinnon/Google Maps
Neno’s started as a food truck that specialized in gourmet Mexican street food. Street food is a huge part of Mexican culture, and Neno’s celebrates it with its extensive menu of burritos, tacos, and tortas.
Neno’s Gourmet Mexican Street Food Dinner In, 642 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY 14607, USA
John Russell/Google Maps
Neno’s still operates their original food truck as well, so you may see it around at various Rochester events. You can get more information, including a menu, on their website. They’re also very active on Facebook.
Antonio Ruiz/Google Maps
La Divina Tacos may not look like much: it’s little more than a simple counter to order from. But they’ve got some of the best Mexican food in Buffalo. The small spot also carries some Mexican groceries.
La Divina Tacos, 2896 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14217, USA
Matt Botticelli/Google Maps
It doesn’t get much more authentic than this! Want more information or a menu? Check out their website.
Jeremy Thompson/Google Maps
Old Mexico boasts some amazing margaritas and their Taco Tuesday deals are a great bonus. They’ve got all the traditional Mexican dishes, and even offer seafood and soups.
Old Mexico, 357 Elmira Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
Brigitte Burghart-Schmitt/Google Maps
You won’t want to miss the cheap tacos on Taco Tuesday! There’s a menu on their website and they post specials on their Facebook.
Z Jing/Google Maps
The Big Apple is famous for being a cultural melting pot, so of course they have some great Mexican food. One of our favorite spots is Mamasita. This casual Hells Kitchen joint has tons of fresh food and a variety of margarita flavors.
Mamasita Bar & Grill, 818 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA
Bernard Ramseur/Google Maps
Seriously, come here if you love margaritas! They have more than 25 flavors and even carry special flavors for holidays such as Pumpkin Spice and Piña Ghoulada. Check out their full menu on their website.
Adrian Morris/Google Maps
Oaxaquena Triqui is one of the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in New York. This small shop sells some of the best Mexican food in Albany, and it’s as authentic as can be.
Oaxaquena Triqui, 77 N Lake Ave, Albany, NY 12206, USA
Steven Tong/Google Maps
They even offer breakfast! For a menu or to order online, visit their website.
Stephanie Crain/Google Maps
La Cocina has absolutely massive (and delicious!) meals that are sure to fill you up. Chittenango is such a delightful little town that’s great for a day trip in New York, so why not plan a visit and stop for lunch at La Cocina?
La Cocina, 211 Genesee St, Chittenango, NY 13037, USA
Krissy T/Google Maps
This family-owned restaurant is one of the best eateries in Chittenango. Get more info on their Facebook.
Danny Rowland/Google Maps
Mexicanzingo’s has such a fun name, and their food is just as enjoyable. The restaurant opened up in 2016 when the founders noticed a distinct lack of good Mexican food in the area.
Mexicanzingo, 104 Windermere Ave, Greenwood Lake, NY 10925, USA
Mousumi P/Google Maps
They’re open seven days a week. Check out their extensive menu on their website.
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