Did you know that most of the ingredients found in today’s Mexican cuisine came from the Old World? Sí, the Spanish contributed rice, onions, garlic, many key spices, and the big two: meat and cheese. And before then dairy products were essentially unknown in pre-Columbian America, plus there were no domesticated cattle, pigs, goats, or chickens for our eating pleasure.
After centuries of tweaking Mexican and Mexican-style food, today in the United States most of the “Mexican” food we enjoy (such as burritos, fajitas, and quesadillas) is actually “Tex-Mex” aka the fusion of flavor from Texan, Mexican, and American cuisine. Equally rich in history and flavor, both Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican foods can be found across Western New York. From all the way up in Niagara county, down into the Southern Tier, we’ve got all your cravings covered. Here’s your guide to Mexican Restaurants in WNY:
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Buffalo
Aguacates Bar and Grill
765 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Our menu includes a wide range of authentic Mexican cuisine that is sure to please and delight everyone in the family. ...
Breezy Burrito Bar
1000 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$$$$
Buffalo
BRINGING BOLD FLAVOR TO TEX-MEX CUISINE The legacy of Breezy Burrito Bar dates back to 2016 where we started as a boutique-style restaurant in Downtown ...
Cantina 62
2178, Seneca Street Buffalo, New York 14210 • $$$$$
South Buffalo
A Word from Cantina 62 A small Mexican American Diner. We serve a traditional breakfast and lunch; featuring a menu blended with American Classics and ...
Deep South Taco – Ellicott
291 Ellicott St Buffalo, New York 14203 • $$$$$
Buffalo
SOB Says: At Deep South Taco the Tex-Mex menu features house-made tortillas filled with charred and braised meats, fresh vegetables and spicy sauces. The ...
Don Juan Mexican Bar & Grill
484 Harlem Rd Buffalo, New York 14224 • $$$$$
South Towns
Don Juan Mexican Bar & Grill started in 2015 and has since grown into one of the best Mexican Restaurants in Western New York. Our menu is packed with ...
Don Tequila Mexican Restaurant
73 Allen St Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
A fun Mexican Restaurant on Allen. It is a colorful place with a bar, big booths, a friendly staff and some good food. You will start with the usual chips ...
El Canelo Mexican Restaurant
3670 Mckinley Pkwy Buffalo, NY 14219 • $$$$$
South Towns
At El Canelo, we promise to give you authentic Mexican food and nothing less. From our warm tortilla chips and house-made salsa to our quirky, bright décor, ...
Gramma Mora’s
1465 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Our goals here at Gramma Mora's continue to reflect those aspirations of 100 years ago to serve our customers the finest Mexican Cuisine in a traditional ...
Hombre y Lobo
149 Swan Street Ste 1 Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Hombre y Lobo. Buffalo's newest street style taco and tequila bar. Hombre y Lobo— or Man and Wolf in Spanish, represents Ryan's childlike excitement ...
Kiosko Latino – Buffalo
345 West Ferry St. Buffalo, New York 14213 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Mexican and Puerto Rican food right in the heart of the City of Buffalo. From SOB: For generations, Western New York has had a sizable Puerto Rican ...
Las Puertas
385 Rhode Island St Buffalo, New York 14213 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Las Puertas is a 35 seat intimate restaurant that features Mexican food with a modern blend with classic french techniques. SOB Says: The menu at Las ...
Mighty Taco – Ridge Rd.
2884 Ridge Rd West Seneca, New York 14224 • $$$$$
South Towns
Mighty Taco proudly operates 21 restaurants in the Western New York area. After four decades of continuous operations, Mighty Taco means fast, delicious, ...
Mint Cocktails & Kitchen
1225 Niagara St Buffalo, NY 14213 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Opening in the spring, Mint is a place for people to gather, to enjoy each other's company as much as our quality food & drink. A celebration of ...
Papi’s Waterfront + Beach Bar
301 Ohio St Buffalo, NY 14204 • $$$$$
Buffalo
SEASONAL - See you next summer! Papi Grande's has opened a waterfront location with an outdoor patio. The second location features freshly-squeezed ...
Pete’s Place Food Shop
290 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Fast & Friendly Service, Local Fresh Ingredients, Classic Lunch Items, Culturally infused menu items, each meal Crafted and Cooked to Order. ...
Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill – Chippewa
110 W Chippewa St Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Since our beginnings in Charlotte, NC in 2000 we have worked to perfect that notion into a restaurant that is fast and friendly but also casual and delicious ...
Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant
414 Pearl St Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
A Word From Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant is located in heart of the theater and entertainment district. We ...
Tacos, Community & Beer – Buffalo
1275 Delaware Ave Buffalo, NY 14209 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Tacos, Community & Beer, or as we like to call ourselves TCB, is located in Downtown Buffalo (Gates Circle) with our first location in East Amherst, ...
Taqueria Rancho La Delicias
1516 Niagara St Buffalo, New York 14213 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Specializing in creating traditional Latin dishes packed with flavor, Ranchos Latin Food delivers! Treat yourself to some delectable, melt-in-your-mouth ...
Taqueria Ranchos Dos
445 Delaware Ave Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Taqueria Ranchos Dos is our 2nd location now open at 445 Delaware Avenue in Buffalo. Brought to you by the same owners as Taqueria Ranchos at 1516 Niagara ...
Taqueria Ranchos Food Truck
Buffalo street 'on the road' Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
​Taqueria Ranchos La Delicias serves delicious Enchiladas, Pollos Locos, Parrilladas, Tacos Mexicanos, Quesadillas, Platos Del Mar, Burritos, Tortas ...
Torta & Churro Truck
On The Road Buffalo, New York 14204 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Casa Azul, located at 128 Genesee St., has rolled out a mobile kitchen to launch Buffalo's FIRST 'Torta Truck'! The truck is Chef/owner Zina Lapi's first ...
Ultima Taco
507 Center Rd West Seneca, NY 14224 • $$$$$
South Towns
We serve Tacos, Burritos, Wings/Fingers, Subs, Side Orders, Ice cream and more! ...
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North Buffalo
Deep South Taco – Hertel
1707 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14216 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
A Word from Deep South Taco Deep South Taco is a southern style, authentic taqueria and bar in the new meca of Buffalo - in a former gas station on ...
La Divina Tacos
2896 Delaware Ave Buffalo, NY 14217 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
La Divina Mexican Store is a hip Mexican restaurant in Buffalo. Stop by and taste our distinctive confections, have a quick bite, or savor our comfort ...
LLoyd Taco Factory – Hertel
1503 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14216 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
We are the first taco truck to serve the great city of Buffalo, NY. Our mission is to bring legitimate street food to Buffalo by offering affordable yet ...
Mighty Taco-Delaware Ave
2363 Delaware Ave Buffalo, Western New York 14216 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Mighty Taco proudly operates 21 restaurants in the Western New York area. After four decades of continuous operations, Mighty Taco means fast, delicious, ...
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South Buffalo
D.A. Taste
368 Abbott Rd Buffalo, NY 14220 • $$$$$
South Buffalo
D.A. Taste's bestseller in the early going has been beef birria tacos (three for $12, nine for $25). Tortillas are dipped in a special oil before hitting ...
Mighty Taco – McKinley Parkway at Bailey Ave in/@NOCO
1039 McKinley Pkwy Buffalo, New York 14220 • $$$$$
South Buffalo
Mighty Taco proudly operates 21 restaurants in the Western New York area. After four decades of continuous operations, Mighty Taco means fast, delicious, ...
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Northtowns
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
707 Main Street Tonawanda, NY 14150 • $$$$$
North Towns
We Serve Authentic Mexican Dishes including: Tacos, Burritos, Platos Del Mar, Pollos Locos, Tortas Mexicanas, Enchiladas, Quesadillas, Fajitas, Carnitas, ...
Andale Cantina
6850 Main St Buffalo, NY 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
The previous My Dad's Restaurant on Transit Rd now houses a third Andale Mexican Restaurant. The new space is larger providing more seating space and an ...
Andale Mexican Restaurant
9416, Transit Road East Amherst , New York 14051 • $$$$$
North Towns
Andale Mexican Restaurant is a family friendly establishment focused on providing excellent service and delicious Tex Mex style food, as well as a wide ...
Burrito Bay -Amherst
2341 Millersport Highway Amherst, New York 14068 • $$$$$
North Towns
Burrito Bay features the freshest Mexican food anywhere. From taco salads, to our made-to-order Gourmet Burritos served in 3 sizes. Runt, Jumbo, $ 'Glutton' ...
Chick-Mex Grill
520 Lee Entrance Store 304 Amherst, NY 14228 • $$$$$
North Towns
Chick-Mex Grill was created in 2016 by a UB student from NYC. After missing the diverse food option of New York City, he soon came up with ...
Colosso Taco
66 Main St Tonawanda, New York 14150 • $$$$$
North Towns
Colosso Taco is a Mexican restaurant in Tonawanda who menu also contains pizzas, subs, fingers, wings, and list of daily specials. ...
Coming Soon: Taquito Lindo – Williamsville
Williamsville Place Plaza 5395 Sheridan Dr, Williamsville, NY 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
This is a love story for tacos...Taquito Lindo is a family-owned taqueria (taco shop) that combines the traditional vibrant colors, flavors and recipes ...
El Palenque Mexican Grill
951 Niagara Falls Blvd Amherst, New York 14226 • $$$$$
North Towns
El Palenque Mexican Grill is a family owned and operated business. Treat yourself to one of our delicious desserts and try one of our world class margaritas. ...
El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant – Clarence
9780 Main St Clarence , New York 14031 • $$$$$
North Towns
El Ranchito serves generous portions of food, mixes of beef and chicken, rice, beans and cheese. ...
El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant – Williamsville
408 Evans St Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
A Word from El Ranchito El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant has been serving up enticing burritos, fajitas, nachos and margaritas since 2012. We're open ...
El Toro Mexican Grill & Bar
1009 Niagara Falls Blvd Tonawanda, NY 14226 • $$$$$
North Towns
Are YOU in the mood for delicious food using fresh ingredients at an affordable price from a great local restaurant? If so, then we are the perfect destination ...
La Tolteca
7530 Transit Rd. Buffalo, New York 14226 • $$$$$
North Towns
La Tolteca offers a wide variety of authentic Latin American, Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine that has developed a base of loyal customers. ...
Lloyd Taco Factory – Williamsville
5933 Main St Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
From the first taco truck to serve the great city of Buffalo, to now two brick and mortar restaurants. Their mission is to bring legitimate street food ...
Maizal Mexican Kitchen and Mezcaleria
4808 N French Rd East Amherst, New York 14051 • $$$$$
North Towns
Casual Mexican restaurant and bar. Maizal is an authentic Mexican restaurant offering traditional Oaxacan recipes passed down over generations, timeless ...
Mighty Taco – Grand Island across from Fantasy Island
2000 Alvin Rd Grand Island, New York 14072 • $$$$$
North Towns
Mighty Taco proudly operates 21 restaurants in the Western New York area. After four decades of continuous operations, Mighty Taco means fast, delicious, ...
Mighty Taco – Kenmore Ave. At Englewood Ave
396 Kenmore Ave Buffalo, Ohio 14223 • $$$$$
North Towns
Mighty Taco proudly operates 21 restaurants in the Western New York area. After four decades of continuous operations, Mighty Taco means fast, delicious, ...
Mighty Taco – Sheridan Dr at Delaware
1762 Sheridan Dr Buffalo, New York 14223 • $$$$$
North Towns
Mighty Taco proudly operates 21 restaurants in the Western New York area. After four decades of continuous operations, Mighty Taco means fast, delicious, ...
Mighty Taco – Sheridan Dr. Near Mill Rd.
5117 Sheridan Dr Buffalo, New York 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
Mighty Taco proudly operates 21 restaurants in the Western New York area. After four decades of continuous operations, Mighty Taco means fast, delicious, ...
Mighty Taco – Sweethome Rd.
1300 Sweet Home Rd Getzville, New York 14228 • $$$$$
North Towns
Mighty Taco proudly operates 21 restaurants in the Western New York area. After four decades of continuous operations, Mighty Taco means fast, delicious, ...
Mighty Taco – Transit Rd. At Wehrle Dr.
6930 Transit Rd Buffalo, New York 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
Mighty Taco proudly operates 21 restaurants in the Western New York area. After four decades of continuous operations, Mighty Taco means fast, delicious, ...
Mighty Taco – Transit Rd. Near Casey
9360 Transit Rd. East Amherst, New York 14051 • $$$$$
North Towns
Mighty Taco proudly operates 21 restaurants in the Western New York area. After four decades of continuous operations, Mighty Taco means fast, delicious, ...
Papi Grande’s Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
4276 Maple Rd Amherst, New York 14226 • $$$$$
North Towns
Specializing in Mexican cuisine creatively crafted in house with the freshest ingredients available. ...
Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill – Transit Rd
4375 Transit Rd Harris Hill, New York 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
Since our beginnings in Charlotte, NC in 2000 we have worked to perfect that notion into a restaurant that is fast and friendly but also casual and delicious ...
Taqueria Cielito lindo
4125 Transit Road Williamsville, NY 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
TAQUERIA CIELITO LINDO brings regional Mexican flavors to a menu ranging from à la carte street tacos to platos fuertes like our Braised shredded Beef ...
Taquito Lindo
1849 Grand Island Boulevard Grand Island, NY 14072 • $$$$$
North Towns
Taquito Lindo to bring traditional Mexican cuisine to Grand Island and beyond From SOB: It’s a muggy Monday afternoon after a long weekend of drinking, ...
Ziggy’s Taco & Sub
3975 Main St Amherst, NY 14226 • $$$$$
North Towns
Tacos, subs, chicken fingers ...
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Southtowns
Arriba Tortilla
40 Riley Street, East Aurora NY 14052 East Aurora, New York 14052 • $$$$$
South Towns