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Best Margaritas in WNY According to Western New Yorkers

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Written by Emily Morrow

Published on March 28, 2022
Casa Azul margarita
Photo courtesy of Casa Azul

When the craving for a margarita hits, there’s ab-so-LUTELY no stopping it. Whether it’s margarita season or not, thanks to the many Mexican restaurants giving the people what they want year-round, you’ve got plenty of options to choose from. And then there are serving anything BUT Mexican but are also bringing a decent, sometimes top-of-the-line marg game. All that to say… margs are versatile, y’all.

Frozen, on the rocks, salt or no salt, specialty flavors, classy craft cocktail-style – there’s something for everyone on this list – it just depends what you’re looking for.

This is one of those topics that is highly subjective, depending on the *vibe* you’re going for. Perfectly crafted and served in a rocks glass? XL and keep ’em coming? With a side of endless chips? Tell me you need a vaca without telling me you need a vaca? The versions are endless, and there’s no right answer.

To aid in your search for the best margaritas in Western New York and/or your neighborhood, we polled our social media followers to bring you a list of the best around town. Pro-tip: save this post for future reference.

Let’s get into the guide – in order to pull the following list together, we asked our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram followers where to find the best margaritas in Buffalo and WNY. They answered with their top picks and we’ve included the full list of reader recommendations below. If it was mentioned, it’s listed below.

Because we received hundreds of comments resulting in tons of recommendations, there are options all across WNY including all kinds of service-types, all worth recommending according to Western New Yorkers.


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Best of the Best

While many recommendations were mentioned more than once, there were certain places mentioned over and over (and over) again. It’s safe to say these are our readers’ top picks for margaritas spots in Buffalo & WNY – in order! Keep scrolling for the full list of mentions.

It’s worth mentioning that #1 on this list – Casa Azul – was mentioned more than double any other spot, making it a breakout winner if we’ve ever seen one.

  1. Casa Azul (Buffalo)
  2. Maizal Mexican Kitchen and Mezcaleria (East Amherst)
  3. Breezy Burrito Bar (Elmwood Strip)
  4. Deep South Taco (Buffalo – Ellicott, North Buffalo – Hertel)
  5. Tacos, Community & Beer (East Amherst)

Check out the comments on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for menu item recommendations and specific info you can’t get anywhere else, out of the mouths of customers! Plus explore more guides with recommendations according to Western New Yorkers.

Guide to Best Margaritas in Buffalo & WNY According to Western New Yorkers

Full Service

Aguacates Bar and Grill

765 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Our menu includes a wide range of authentic Mexican cuisine that is sure to please and delight everyone in the family. ...

Full Service

Aguacates Mexican Restaurant

5674 S Transit Rd Lockport, New York 14094 • $$$$$

Niagara County

A Word from Aguacates Mexican Restaurant Best Mexican food from the eastern sea border. Bringing you the delicious taste of Mexico to the virgin areas ...

  • Patio
  • Lunch
  • Patio
  • Reservations
  • Take-out
Full Service

Arriba Tortilla

40 Riley Street, East Aurora NY 14052 East Aurora, New York 14052 • $$$$$

South Towns

Our menu features food with a southwestern California styled influence, not to be confused with authentic Mexican. We do consider our twist on Mexican ...

  • Happy Hour
  • Lunch
  • Patio
  • Take-out
Full Service

Ballyhoo Links & Drinks

211 South Park Ave Buffalo, New York 14204 • $$$$$

Buffalo

SOB Says: A Cobblestone District favorite, Ballyhoo is as nice inside as it is homely on the outside. They offer housemade sausages and sides, craft cocktails ...

  • Dog-Friendly Patio
  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Late-Late Night
Full Service

Casa Azul

191 Allen St Buffalo, New York 14201 • $$$$$

Buffalo

In Summer 2021 Casa Azul moved from their original Genesee St. location to the corner of Allen & Elmwood (formerly Cantina Loco). Casa Azul is about ...

  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Happy Hour
  • Take-out
Full Service

Coyote Cafe

36 Main St Hamburg, New York 14075 • $$$$$

South Towns

The premiere Mexican Restaurant in Western New York's Southtowns, The Coyote Cafe. Located in the heart of Hamburg, the Coyote Cafe is known for bringing ...

  • Dog-Friendly Patio
  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Handicap Access
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Live Music
  • Lunch
  • Private Parties
  • Reservations
  • Take-out
Full Service

Deep South Taco – Ellicott

291 Ellicott St Buffalo, New York 14203 • $$$$$

Buffalo

SOB Says: At Deep South Taco the Tex-Mex menu features house-made tortillas filled with charred and braised meats, fresh vegetables and spicy sauces. The ...

  • Brunch
  • Heated Patio / Outdoor Seating
  • Dog-Friendly Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Handicap Access
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Patio
  • Take-out
  • Rooftop Patio
Full Service

Deep South Taco – Hertel

1707 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14216 • $$$$$

North Buffalo

A Word from Deep South Taco Deep South Taco is a southern style, authentic taqueria and bar in the new meca of Buffalo - in a former gas station on ...

  • Brunch
  • Heated Patio / Outdoor Seating
  • Lunch
  • Bar Area
  • Late Night
  • Patio
  • Take-out

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Full Service

Ebenezer Ale House

4348 Seneca St West Seneca, New York 14224 • $$$$$

South Towns

Since it opened its doors in 2011, the Ebenezer Ale House has been providing Western New York with one of the best selections of food and drink in the ...

  • Bar Area
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Live Music
  • Lunch
  • Patio
  • Take-out
  • Good for Beer Lovers
Full Service

El Canelo Mexican Restaurant

3670 Mckinley Pkwy Buffalo, NY 14219 • $$$$$

South Towns

At El Canelo, we promise to give you authentic Mexican food and nothing less. From our warm tortilla chips and house-made salsa to our quirky, bright décor, ...

Full Service

El Cubilete

2050 Cayuga Drive Extension Niagara Falls, NY 14304 • $$$$$

Niagara County

Our family owned and operate establishment offers only the finest Mexican cuisine made with only the freshest ingredients. Visit us often and you’ll ...

  • Lunch
  • Take-out
Full Service

El Palenque Mexican Grill

951 Niagara Falls Blvd Amherst, New York 14226 • $$$$$

North Towns

El Palenque Mexican Grill is a family owned and operated business. Treat yourself to one of our delicious desserts and try one of our world class margaritas. ...

  • Lunch
  • Take-out
Full Service

El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant – Clarence

9780 Main St Clarence , New York 14031 • $$$$$

North Towns

El Ranchito serves generous portions of food, mixes of beef and chicken, rice, beans and cheese. ...

  • Handicap Access
  • Lunch
  • Take-out
Full Service

El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant – Williamsville

408 Evans St Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$$$$

North Towns

A Word from El Ranchito El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant has been serving up enticing burritos, fajitas, nachos and margaritas since 2012. We're open ...

  • Lunch
  • Take-out
Bar

Forty Thieves

727 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Forty Thieves is your neighborhood pub featuring 22 draft beers, multiple craft cans, wide variety of whiskey, elevated pub fare, and friendly service. ...

  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
Full Service

French Pub

1250 French Rd Buffalo, New York 14043 • $$$$$

Cheektowaga and East

The Pub features traditional Buffalo cuisine such as Beef on Weck and Chicken Wings, as well as daily dinner and lunch specials. ...

  • Bar Area
  • Happy Hour
  • Lunch
  • Patio
  • Take-out

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Full Service

Gramma Mora’s

1465 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Our goals here at Gramma Mora's continue to reflect those aspirations of 100 years ago to serve our customers the finest Mexican Cuisine in a traditional ...

  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Handicap Access
  • Happy Hour
  • Lunch
  • Reservations
  • Take-out
Bar

Helium Comedy Club

30 Mississippi Street Buffalo, New York 14203 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Helium Comedy Club is a state of the art venue that brings great talent to an intimate theater. For a modest ticket price, patrons can enjoy live comedy ...

  • Bar Area
  • Happy Hour
Full Service

La Galera Mexican Restaurant

8215 Niagara Falls Boulevard Buffalo, New York 14304 • $$$$$

Niagara County

We hope that you will enjoy yourself and all of the authentic dishes we offer. If you have never enjoyed Mexican food, please read the food descriptions ...

  • Handicap Access
  • Lunch
  • Take-out
Full Service

La Tolteca

7530 Transit Rd. Buffalo, New York 14226 • $$$$$

North Towns

La Tolteca offers a wide variety of authentic Latin American, Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine that has developed a base of loyal customers. ...

  • Handicap Access
  • Lunch
  • Patio
  • Take-out
Full Service

Liberty Hound

1 Naval Park Cove Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$

Buffalo

SOB Says: The chatter of seagulls blends with the laughter of children from the park next door. A gentle breeze caresses the water's surface as a small ...

  • Boat Friendly
  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Live Music
  • Lunch
  • Reservations
  • Take-out
  • Waterfront
Fast Casual

LLoyd Taco Factory – Hertel

1503 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14216 • $$$$$

North Buffalo

We are the first taco truck to serve the great city of Buffalo, NY. Our mission is to bring legitimate street food to Buffalo by offering affordable yet ...

  • Family Friendly
  • Bar Area
  • Handicap Access
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Patio
  • Take-out
Fast Casual

Lloyd Taco Factory – Williamsville

5933 Main St Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$$$$

North Towns

From the first taco truck to serve the great city of Buffalo, to now two brick and mortar restaurants. Their mission is to bring legitimate street food ...

  • Family Friendly
  • Bar Area
  • Handicap Access
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Patio
  • Take-out
Full Service

Maizal Mexican Kitchen and Mezcaleria

4808 N French Rd East Amherst, New York 14051 • $$$$$

North Towns

Casual Mexican restaurant and bar. Maizal is an authentic Mexican restaurant offering traditional Oaxacan recipes passed down over generations, timeless ...

  • Lunch
  • Happy Hour
  • Patio
  • Private Parties
  • Reservations
  • Take-out
  • Order Online
  • Family Friendly

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Full Service

Mariachi de Oro

11417 Maple Ridge Rd. Medina, New York 14103 • $$$$$

Other

Nestled in the heart of historic downtown Medina NY is one ofï¾ Medina s premier restaurants, serving authentic Mexican cuisine andï¾ providing customers ...

  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Handicap Access
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Live Music
  • Lunch
  • Patio
  • Take-out
Full Service

Mes Que

1420 Hertel Avenue Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$

Buffalo

SOB Says: We grabbed an intimate table near the front of the restaurant (the bar was full) and were greeted by a friendly server immediately. There is ...

  • Bar Area
  • Handicap Access
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Patio
  • Take-out
Full Service

Papi Grande’s Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

4276 Maple Rd Amherst, New York 14226 • $$$$$

North Towns

Specializing in Mexican cuisine creatively crafted in house with the freshest ingredients available.   ...

  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Lunch
Full Service

Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant

414 Pearl St Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$

Buffalo

A Word From Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant is located in heart of the theater and entertainment district. We ...

  • Bar Area
  • Late Night
  • Late-Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Take-out
Full Service

Stooges Stuffed Burger Bar

2 Pine St Lockport, New York 14094 • $$$$$

Niagara County

At Stooges Stuffed Burger Bar, you'll enjoy a one-of-a-kind meal made to order with local ingredients. Our menu is inspired by our friends, our family ...

  • Family Friendly
Full Service

Tacos, Community & Beer

6449 Transit Rd Bowmansville, New York 14026 • $$$$$

Cheektowaga and East

Tacos, Community & Beer or as we like to call ourselves TCB will be opening on Transit! Authentic tacos, craft beer, full bar, fast service, patio ...

  • Family Friendly
  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Handicap Access
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Patio
  • Take-out
Full Service

Tappo

338 Ellicott St Buffalo, New York 14203 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Tappo, Italian for cork, is proud to welcome our guests to downtown Buffalo to enjoy great American Italian cuisine, wines in an urban chic atmosphere. See ...

  • Heated Patio / Outdoor Seating
  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Happy Hour
  • Reservations
  • Take-out
  • Rooftop Patio
  • Special Occasion
Full Service

Taqueria Los Mayas

3525 Genesee St Cheektowaga, New York 14225 • $$$$$

Cheektowaga and East

Operated by hardworking Mexican-Americans, our mission is to supply Western New York with safe, delicious and authentic Mexican cuisine. ...

  • Family Friendly
  • Patio
  • Lunch
  • Take-out

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Full Service

Taqueria Rancho La Delicias

1516 Niagara St Buffalo, New York 14213 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Specializing in creating traditional Latin dishes packed with flavor, Ranchos Latin Food delivers! Treat yourself to some delectable, melt-in-your-mouth ...

  • Family Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Patio
  • Take-out
Full Service

Taqueria Ranchos Dos

445 Delaware Ave Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Taqueria Ranchos Dos is our 2nd location now open at 445 Delaware Avenue in Buffalo. Brought to you by the same owners as Taqueria Ranchos at 1516 Niagara ...

  • Bar Area
Full Service

The Dapper Goose

491 Amherst St Buffalo, New York 14207 • $$$$$

North Buffalo

Step Out Says: The first thing you notice upon walking into The Dapper Goose is its Turn of the Century supper club feel. Dubbed 'classic French cottage' ...

  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Happy Hour
  • Reservations
  • Special Occasion
  • Take-out
  • Farm to Table
Full Service

The Grange Community Kitchen

22 Main St Hamburg, New York 14075 • $$$$$

South Towns

SOB Says: Whether you're religious or not, we're willing to bet you'll be shouting on Hallelujah from the rooftops (probably only figuratively) after one ...

  • Patio
  • Bar Area
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Happy Hour
  • Lunch
  • Reservations
  • Take-out
  • Farm to Table
Full Service

The Grapevine Restaurant

2545 Niagara Falls Blvd Amherst , NY 14228 • $$$$$

North Towns

The Grapevine Restaurant & Catering. New American Casual! Now offering online ordering for delivery and pickup. We have 3 Indoor dining rooms ...

  • Family Friendly
  • Patio
  • Curbside Pickup
  • Take-out
  • Reservations
  • Private Parties
Full Service

YOLO Restaurant + Lounge

5841 Transit Road East Amherst, New York 14051 • $$$$$

North Towns

A word from YOLO Restaurant $ Lounge Yolo offers American cuisine set in a casual lounge setting. We believe in fresh healthy food, whatever your in ...

  • Patio
  • Brunch
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Patio

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Written by <a href="https://stepoutbuffalo.com/author/emily/" target="_self">Emily Morrow</a>

Written by Emily Morrow

Emily is co-founder and Director of Storytelling at Step Out Buffalo. Her favorite things to do are eat, travel, and think up business ideas. Emily is originally from Hamburg, NY and her out of town friends will tell you that she loves to talk about Buffalo any chance she gets.

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