Latin and Central American
Find Restaurants Serving Latin and Central American Cuisine in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
From popular local delicacies to hot new restaurants featuring gourmet takes on comfort-food favorites and fine dining for a romantic night for two, Cincinnati USA is making a name for itself as a foodie destination. USA Today even named the region one of "six small cities with big food scenes" due to the amazing revitalization of our restaurant scene, which offers plenty of dining options for every palate, including the tastes of Latin and Central America.
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Condado Tacos
Downtown
Condado Tacos
Downtown
Laid-back spot for margaritas & tacos with your own fillings, like beef brisket & "dirty sauce."
Laid-back spot for margaritas & tacos with your own fillings, like beef brisket & "dirty sauce."
Butcher and Barrel
Downtown
Butcher and Barrel
Downtown
South American-style steakhouse serving craft cocktails in industrial, rustic-chic surrounds.
South American-style steakhouse serving craft cocktails in industrial, rustic-chic surrounds.
Rinds, Wines, & Swines
Uptown
Rinds, Wines, & Swines
Uptown
Located in Oakley, RInds, Wines & Swines' mission to bring high quality food, and drinks to the Cincinnati area. Try an assortment of wines, cheeses, and more from all... Read more
Located in Oakley, RInds, Wines & Swines' mission to bring high quality food, and drinks to the Cincinnati area. Try an assortment of wines, cheeses, and more from all around the country and the world. Serving up locally sourced pork, and produce, Rinds, Wines & Swines takes pride is providing the best. Check their...... Read More
El Rancho Grande
East
El Rancho Grande
East
El Rancho Grande has authentic Mexican cuisine with all of the favorites, along with a few surprises such as grilled tilapia and other seafood selections that go beyond... Read more
El Rancho Grande has authentic Mexican cuisine with all of the favorites, along with a few surprises such as grilled tilapia and other seafood selections that go beyond the standard tacos and fajitas. Vegetarian-friendly dishes and a number of salads make great choices for those in search of something a bit lighter. Happy hour... Read More
Django Western Taco
Uptown
Django Western Taco
Uptown
Unpretentious eatery offering refined, Tex-Mex dishes, inventive cocktails, and live music.
Unpretentious eatery offering refined, Tex-Mex dishes, inventive cocktails, and live music.
Tortilleria Garcia
North
Tortilleria Garcia
North
The second location of owner Omar Garcia in the Cincinnati region. You will find fresh, handmade tortillas made from a recipe handed down from generations in Mochoacan,... Read more
The second location of owner Omar Garcia in the Cincinnati region. You will find fresh, handmade tortillas made from a recipe handed down from generations in Mochoacan, Mexico. Enjoy food like tacos filled with carnitas, chicken, steak, or pork al pastor, tamales with house-made salsa, rotisserie chickens, and so much more all... Read More
Gomez Salsa Cantina
Downtown
Gomez Salsa Cantina
Downtown
Walk up/takeout window featuring authentic tacos and fresh salsa.
Walk up/takeout window featuring authentic tacos and fresh salsa.
Chuy's
North
Chuy's
North
The traditional Tex-Mex cuisine includes enchiladas, nachos, quesadillas, and tacos. Every year on Elvis Presley's birthday January 8, most locations host the Elvis'... Read more
The traditional Tex-Mex cuisine includes enchiladas, nachos, quesadillas, and tacos. Every year on Elvis Presley's birthday January 8, most locations host the Elvis' Birthday Bash, during which an Elvis impersonator visits the restaurant. Chuy's also annually hosts a Green Chile Festival at its locations, celebrating the...... Read More
Roll On In
Uptown
Roll On In
Uptown
Roll On In is a new concept Sushi Burrito restaurant offering a variety of mix ins and ingredients to help you create your own Sushi Burrito. Choose from multiple proteins... Read more
Roll On In is a new concept Sushi Burrito restaurant offering a variety of mix ins and ingredients to help you create your own Sushi Burrito. Choose from multiple proteins, extras, and unique options such as mango or asparagus.
Cancun Newport
South
Cancun Newport
South
Cancun is a casual Mexican restaurant known for it's strong margaritas delivered in pitchers. The menu boasts popular favorites, like the carmones a la diabla (grilled... Read more
Cancun is a casual Mexican restaurant known for it's strong margaritas delivered in pitchers. The menu boasts popular favorites, like the carmones a la diabla (grilled shrimp in a spicy sauce), sizzling fajitas and chile verde: pork, chicken or steak served with a zesty green sauce.
El Vaquero
North
El Vaquero
North
Several varieties of familiar Mexican favorites in a lively cantina with a happy-hour scene.
Several varieties of familiar Mexican favorites in a lively cantina with a happy-hour scene.
Rodizio Grill
North
Rodizio Grill
North
America's first Brazilian steakhouse restaurant, Rodizio is known for its authentic and traditional recipes, handcrafted daily.
America's first Brazilian steakhouse restaurant, Rodizio is known for its authentic and traditional recipes, handcrafted daily.
Rancheros Cocina Mexicana
East
Rancheros Cocina Mexicana
East
Serving up great quality food all made fresh to order in the warmth of an inviting environment. Great happy hour deals every day!
Serving up great quality food all made fresh to order in the warmth of an inviting environment. Great happy hour deals every day!
Tortilleria Garcia
North
Tortilleria Garcia
North
Fast-food-style outpost for Mexican classics like tacos, tamales, and rotisserie chicken.
Fast-food-style outpost for Mexican classics like tacos, tamales, and rotisserie chicken.
MAIZE - Arepas & Bar
Downtown
MAIZE - Arepas & Bar
Downtown
Authentic Latin American cuisine.
Authentic Latin American cuisine.
Agave & Rye
South
Agave & Rye
South
Tequila and bourbon hall offering epic tacos and daily specials.
Tequila and bourbon hall offering epic tacos and daily specials.
Currito
Uptown
Currito
Uptown
Currito is a burrito joint similar to Chipotle: You walk in and order your burrito (or burrito bowl) and then watch it get sent down the assembly line. Here you can create... Read more
Currito is a burrito joint similar to Chipotle: You walk in and order your burrito (or burrito bowl) and then watch it get sent down the assembly line. Here you can create your own burrito as it is made, or pick one from the menu, such as the Mediterranean (with black bean hummus, tomato, cucumber, feta cheese with balsamic...... Read More
B&A Street Kitchen
Downtown
B&A Street Kitchen
Downtown
Modern Tex-Mex and Southern favorites served all day in industrial-chic digs with a walk-up window.
Modern Tex-Mex and Southern favorites served all day in industrial-chic digs with a walk-up window.
Agave & Rye
North
Agave & Rye
North
Epic tacos piled high with delectable toppings, fillings, and held together by a hard and soft shell. Full bar serving up fresh margaritas and bourbon masterpieces.
Epic tacos piled high with delectable toppings, fillings, and held together by a hard and soft shell. Full bar serving up fresh margaritas and bourbon masterpieces.
Allyn's
Uptown
Allyn's
Uptown
Allyn's is the kind of place you look for when you're on vacation. It has a laidback and fun atmosphere and serves food you might find if you were on the coast.... Read more
Allyn's is the kind of place you look for when you're on vacation. It has a laidback and fun atmosphere and serves food you might find if you were on the coast. Allyn's menu is very diverse, with items like Mexican enchiladas, Cajun catfish platter, alligator, jambalaya, wings and St. Louis ribs. There is a section on the menu... Read More
Fuego Parrilla Mexicana
East
Fuego Parrilla Mexicana
East
Mexican favorites including burritos, tacos, bowls, tortas, and nachos.
Mexican favorites including burritos, tacos, bowls, tortas, and nachos.
La Jaiba Seafood & Taqueria
North
La Jaiba Seafood & Taqueria
North
Authentic Mexican food, tacos, tortas, and mariscos.
Authentic Mexican food, tacos, tortas, and mariscos.
La Mexicana
South > Riverfront
La Mexicana
South > Riverfront
Simple storefront eatery serving Mexican tacos, enchiladas, and seafood with jumbo margaritas.
Simple storefront eatery serving Mexican tacos, enchiladas, and seafood with jumbo margaritas.
Cancun Crescent Springs
South
Cancun Crescent Springs
South
Cancun is a casual Mexican restaurant known for it's strong margaritas delivered in pitchers. The menu boasts popular favorites, like the carmones a la diabla (grilled... Read more
Cancun is a casual Mexican restaurant known for it's strong margaritas delivered in pitchers. The menu boasts popular favorites, like the carmones a la diabla (grilled shrimp in a spicy sauce), sizzling fajitas and chile verde: pork, chicken or steak served with a zesty green sauce.
Mexican Restaurante y Taqueria El Valle Verde
South
Mexican Restaurante y Taqueria El Valle Verde
South
Do not let the outside fool you, this authentic Mexican restaurant is serving up authentic tacos, fajitas, and margaritas in the heart of Mainstrasse Village.
Do not let the outside fool you, this authentic Mexican restaurant is serving up authentic tacos, fajitas, and margaritas in the heart of Mainstrasse Village.
On the Rhine Eatery
Downtown
On the Rhine Eatery
Downtown
Located in the downtown Kroger on the second floor, you will find an array of local fare in a food hall setting, the first in Cincinnati, complete with a full-service bar... Read more
Located in the downtown Kroger on the second floor, you will find an array of local fare in a food hall setting, the first in Cincinnati, complete with a full-service bar and patio. Local restaurants represented include: Eli's BBQ Dope Asian Street Fair Django Western Taco Kitchen 1883 Queen City Whip Kitchen 1883 and...... Read More
El Rancho Grande
West
El Rancho Grande
West
El Rancho Grande is a colorful casual dining Mexican restaurant. That's a mouthful, and so is their Mexican cuisine, like burritos, fajitas and enchiladas. The big and... Read more
El Rancho Grande is a colorful casual dining Mexican restaurant. That's a mouthful, and so is their Mexican cuisine, like burritos, fajitas and enchiladas. The big and airy restaurant features a mural of the sky painted on the ceiling of the entrance and Mexican paintings are on the restaurant walls. Take your drinks out on the... Read More
Cancun Forest Park
North
Cancun Forest Park
North
Cancun is a casual Mexican restaurant known for it's strong margaritas delivered in pitchers. The menu boasts popular favorites, like the carmones a la diabla (... Read more
Cancun is a casual Mexican restaurant known for it's strong margaritas delivered in pitchers. The menu boasts popular favorites, like the carmones a la diabla (grilled shrimp in a spicy sauce), sizzling fajitas and chile verde: pork, chicken or steak served with a zesty green sauce.
Casa Figueroa
North
Casa Figueroa
North
Latin inspired cusine serving fresly made guacamole with authentic Latin America dishes in a colorful atmosphere.
Latin inspired cusine serving fresly made guacamole with authentic Latin America dishes in a colorful atmosphere.
El Picante
East
El Picante
East
El Picante offers up a nice South-of-the-border taste, with all your favorite Mexican meals. Enjoy their full bar to quench that heat coming from the food, as well as the... Read more
El Picante offers up a nice South-of-the-border taste, with all your favorite Mexican meals. Enjoy their full bar to quench that heat coming from the food, as well as the Mexican-themed decorations that line the walls. The place runs daily lunch and dinner specials, so you can enjoy items like enchiladas, tacos and nachos...... Read More
Delwood Eat & Drink
East
Delwood Eat & Drink
East
Using influences from Latin America, this full service restaurant is serving up big flavor from the kitchen and with craft cocktails, beer, and wine at the bar. Enjoy... Read more
Using influences from Latin America, this full service restaurant is serving up big flavor from the kitchen and with craft cocktails, beer, and wine at the bar. Enjoy dishes like tostones, Delwood Nuggets, Fried Chicken Sandwich, and their Papa a la Huancain salad.
ZONA VIP Colombian Street Food
North
ZONA VIP Colombian Street Food
North
Stop in for delicious and uniquely Colombian street food!
Stop in for delicious and uniquely Colombian street food!
