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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Pizza Plant Italian Pub – Transit
7770 Transit Road
Beer Bar/HallBurgersItalianPizza
Williamsville, New York 14221 • $North Towns
Casual Table Service
Fat Bob’s Smokehouse
41 Virginia Pl
BBQAmericanBurgersSouthern
Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$Buffalo
Casual Table Service, Bar
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Best of the Best
While many recommendations were mentioned more than once, there were certain places mentioned over and over (and over) again. It’s safe to say these are our readers’ top picks for margaritas spots in Buffalo & WNY – in order! Keep scrolling for the full list of mentions.
It’s worth mentioning that #1 on this list – Casa Azul – was mentioned more than double any other spot, making it a breakout winner if we’ve ever seen one.
- Casa Azul (Buffalo)
- Maizal Mexican Kitchen and Mezcaleria (East Amherst)
- Breezy Burrito Bar (Elmwood Strip)
- Deep South Taco (Buffalo – Ellicott, North Buffalo – Hertel)
- Tacos, Community & Beer (East Amherst)
Photo courtesy of Casa Azul 
Photo courtesy of Breezy Burrito Bar 
Photo courtesy of Maizal Mexican Kitchen 
Photo courtesy of Deep South Taco 
Photo courtesy of Tacos, Community and Beer
Check out the comments on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for menu item recommendations and specific info you can’t get anywhere else, out of the mouths of customers! Plus explore more guides with recommendations according to Western New Yorkers.
Guide to Best Margaritas in Buffalo & WNY According to Western New Yorkers
Aguacates Bar and Grill
765 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$
MexicanBuffalo
Casual Table Service
Our menu includes a wide range of authentic Mexican cuisine that is sure to please and delight everyone in the family. ...
Aguacates Mexican Restaurant
5674 S Transit Rd Lockport, New York 14094 • $$
MexicanNiagara County
Casual Table Service
A Word from Aguacates Mexican Restaurant Best Mexican food from the eastern sea border. Bringing you the delicious taste of Mexico to the virgin areas ...
Arriba Tortilla
40 Riley Street, East Aurora NY 14052 East Aurora, New York 14052 • $
MexicanTex-MexSouth Towns
Casual Table Service
Our menu features food with a southwestern California styled influence, not to be confused with authentic Mexican. We do consider our twist on Mexican ...
Ballyhoo Links & Drinks
211 South Park Ave Buffalo, New York 14204 • $$
AmericanDeli-SandwichesBuffalo
Casual Table Service
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 ...
Breezy Burrito Bar
1000 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$
Tex-MexMexicanBuffalo
Casual Table Service, Take Out
BRINGING BOLD FLAVOR TO TEX-MEX CUISINE The legacy of Breezy Burrito Bar dates back to 2016 where we started as a boutique-style restaurant in Downtown ...
Coyote Cafe
36 Main St Hamburg, New York 14075 • $$
MexicanTex-MexSouth Towns
Casual Table Service
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 ...
Deep South Taco – Ellicott
291 Ellicott St Buffalo, New York 14203 • $$
MexicanSouthwesternBuffalo
Casual Table Service
SOB Says: At Deep South Taco the Tex-Mex menu features house-made tortillas filled with charred and braised meats, fresh vegetables and spicy sauces. The ...
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Deep South Taco – Hertel
1707 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14216 • $$
MexicanNorth Buffalo
Casual Table Service
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 ...
Ebenezer Ale House
4348 Seneca St West Seneca, New York 14224 • $$
AmericanBeer Bar/HallPub FoodSouth Towns
Casual Table Service
Since it opened its doors in 2011, the Ebenezer Ale House has been providing Western New York with one of the best selections of food and drink in the ...
El Canelo Mexican Restaurant
3670 Mckinley Pkwy Buffalo, NY 14219 • $$
MexicanSouth Towns
Casual Table Service
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, ...
El Cubilete
2050 Cayuga Drive Extension Niagara Falls, NY 14304 • $
MexicanNiagara County
Casual Table Service
Our family owned and operate establishment offers only the finest Mexican cuisine made with only the freshest ingredients. Visit us often and you’ll ...
El Palenque Mexican Grill
951 Niagara Falls Blvd Amherst, New York 14221 • $
MexicanNorth Towns
Casual Table Service
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. ...
El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant – Clarence
9780 Main St Clarence , New York 14031 • $
MexicanNorth Towns
Casual Table Service
El Ranchito serves generous portions of food, mixes of beef and chicken, rice, beans and cheese. ...
El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant – Williamsville
408 Evans St Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$
MexicanNorth Towns
Casual Table Service
A Word from El Ranchito El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant has been serving up enticing burritos, fajitas, nachos and margaritas since 2012. We're open ...
Forty Thieves
727 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesBuffalo
Bar, Casual Table Service
Forty Thieves is your neighborhood pub featuring 22 draft beers, multiple craft cans, wide variety of whiskey, elevated pub fare, and friendly service. ...
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French Pub
1250 French Rd Buffalo, New York 14043 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesFrenchHot DogsCheektowaga and East
Casual Table Service
The Pub features traditional Buffalo cuisine such as Beef on Weck and Chicken Wings, as well as daily dinner and lunch specials. ...
Gramma Mora’s
1465 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$
MexicanBuffalo
Casual Table Service
Our goals here at Gramma Mora's continue to reflect those aspirations of 100 years ago to serve our customers the finest Mexican Cuisine in a traditional ...
Helium Comedy Club
30 Mississippi Street Buffalo, New York 14203 • $$
Buffalo FoodPub FoodBuffalo
Bar, Casual Table Service
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 ...
La Galera Mexican Restaurant
8215 Niagara Falls Boulevard Buffalo, New York 14304 • $
MexicanNiagara County
Casual Table Service
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 ...
La Tolteca
7530 Transit Rd. Buffalo, New York 14226 • $
MexicanNorth Towns
Casual Table Service
La Tolteca offers a wide variety of authentic Latin American, Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine that has developed a base of loyal customers. ...
Liberty Hound
1 Naval Park Cove Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$
AmericanBurgersOnline
Casual Table Service
SOB Says: The chatter of seagulls blends with the laughter of children from the park next door. A gentle breeze caresses the water's surface as a small ...
LLoyd Taco Factory – Hertel
1503 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14216 • $
MexicanNorth Buffalo
Fast Casual / Counter Service
We are the first taco truck to serve the great city of Buffalo, NY. Our mission is to bring legitimate street food to Buffalo by offering affordable yet ...
Lloyd Taco Factory – Williamsville
5933 Main St Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$
MexicanNorth Towns
Fast Casual / Counter Service, Bar
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 ...
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Maizal Mexican Kitchen and Mezcaleria
4808 N French Rd East Amherst, New York 14051 • $$
MexicanTex-MexNorth Towns
Casual Table Service, Bar
Casual Mexican restaurant and bar. Maizal is an authentic Mexican restaurant offering traditional Oaxacan recipes passed down over generations, timeless ...
Mariachi de Oro
11417 Maple Ridge Rd. Medina, New York 14103 • $$
MexicanOther
Casual Table Service
Nestled in the heart of historic downtown Medina NY is one ofï¾ Medina s premier restaurants, serving authentic Mexican cuisine andï¾ providing customers ...
Papi Grande’s Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
4276 Maple Rd Amherst, New York 14226 • $$
MexicanTex-MexNorth Towns
Casual Table Service, Take Out
Specializing in Mexican cuisine creatively crafted in house with the freshest ingredients available. ...
Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant
414 Pearl St Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$
MexicanDeli-SandwichesBuffalo
Casual Table Service
A Word From Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant is located in heart of the theater and entertainment district. We ...
Stooges Stuffed Burger Bar
2 Pine St Lockport, New York 14094 • $
BurgersNiagara County
Casual Table Service, Take Out
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 ...
Tacos, Community & Beer
6449 Transit Rd Bowmansville, New York 14026 • $$
MexicanCheektowaga and East
Casual Table Service, Fast Casual / Counter Service
Tacos, Community & Beer or as we like to call ourselves TCB will be opening on Transit! Authentic tacos, craft beer, full bar, fast service, patio ...
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Taqueria Los Mayas
3525 Genesee St Cheektowaga, New York 14225 • $$
MexicanDeli-SandwichesCheektowaga and East
Casual Table Service
Operated by hardworking Mexican-Americans, our mission is to supply Western New York with safe, delicious and authentic Mexican cuisine. ...
Taqueria Rancho La Delicias
1516 Niagara St Buffalo, New York 14213 • $$
Latin AmericanMexicanBuffalo
Casual Table Service, Fast Casual / Counter Service
Specializing in creating traditional Latin dishes packed with flavor, Ranchos Latin Food delivers! Treat yourself to some delectable, melt-in-your-mouth ...
Taqueria Ranchos Dos
445 Delaware Ave Buffalo, New York 14202 • $
MexicanBuffalo
Casual Table Service, Take Out, Bar
Taqueria Ranchos Dos is our 2nd location now open at 445 Delaware Avenue in Buffalo. Brought to you by the same owners as Taqueria Ranchos at 1516 Niagara ...
The Dapper Goose
491 Amherst St Buffalo, New York 14207 • $$$
AmericanNew AmericanNorth Buffalo
Casual Table Service, Fine Dining
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' ...
The Grange Community Kitchen
22 Main St Hamburg, New York 14075 • $$
AmericanOnline
Casual Table Service, Fast Casual / Counter Service
SOB Says: Whether you're religious or not, we're willing to bet you'll be shouting on Hallelujah from the rooftops (probably only figuratively) after one ...
The Grapevine Restaurant
2545 Niagara Falls Blvd Amherst , NY 14228 • $
AmericanVegetarianSeafoodNew AmericanItalianBurgersBuffalo FoodNorth Towns
Casual Table Service, Take Out
The Grapevine Restaurant & Catering. New American Casual! Now offering online ordering for delivery and pickup. We have 3 Indoor dining rooms ...
YOLO Restaurant + Lounge
5841 Transit Road East Amherst, New York 14051 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesSeafoodNorth Towns
Casual Table Service
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 ...
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This post was originally published in 2021 and has been updated.