Mexican
Find Restaurants Serving Mexican 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 dishes from south of the border in Mexico.
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Hot Head Burritos
East
Hot Head Burritos
East
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
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
Cancun Norwood
Uptown
Cancun Norwood
Uptown
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.
Agaves Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
Agaves Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
Fresh, authentic tacos, burritos, enchiladas & more. Kids & vegetarian menu, daily Happy Hour, Thursday Ladies Night, Saturday Guys Night, Full Bar, and the Best... Read more
Fresh, authentic tacos, burritos, enchiladas & more. Kids & vegetarian menu, daily Happy Hour, Thursday Ladies Night, Saturday Guys Night, Full Bar, and the Best Margarita Selection.
Cancun- Newport Riverfront
Riverfront
Cancun- Newport Riverfront
Riverfront
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.
Mazunte Centro
Downtown
Mazunte Centro
Downtown
The second location from the owners of Mazunte, Mazunte Centro is serving up fresh and inspired dishes from Mexico. Mazunte is known for its tacos, but also offeris... Read more
The second location from the owners of Mazunte, Mazunte Centro is serving up fresh and inspired dishes from Mexico. Mazunte is known for its tacos, but also offeris dishes served with rice, like memelitas, tamales and enchiladas.
La Jaiba Seafood & Taqueria
North
La Jaiba Seafood & Taqueria
North
Authentic Mexican food, tacos, tortas, and mariscos.
Authentic Mexican food, tacos, tortas, and mariscos.
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
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
Tostado's Grill
Uptown
Tostado's Grill
Uptown
A haunt popular for Red's fans and Red's players themselves, Tostado's has the hookup when it comes to drinking, partying and eclectic eats. Those may not seem... Read more
A haunt popular for Red's fans and Red's players themselves, Tostado's has the hookup when it comes to drinking, partying and eclectic eats. Those may not seem to go together, but Tostado's serves up multiple kinds of cuisine, such as German, Italian, and Mexican. Favorites from their Mexican items include the carnitas and...... Read More
Tahona Kitchen + Bar
North
Tahona Kitchen + Bar
North
Tahona is a fast casual restaurant inspired by Mexican street fare and tequila, with hand-crafted food and an emphasis on fresh ingredients. The menu includes a variety of... Read more
Tahona is a fast casual restaurant inspired by Mexican street fare and tequila, with hand-crafted food and an emphasis on fresh ingredients. The menu includes a variety of tacos, chips & salsa bar, pineapple mango guacamole, tortas, sopapillas and more. All food preparation is done in-house and the meats are slow-roasted... Read More
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.
Jefferson Social
Downtown
Jefferson Social
Downtown
Operated by the owners of Jefferson Hall, which closed in April of 2013, this venture is a neighborhood bar serving Mexican street food. On the menu: a variety of tacos,... Read more
Operated by the owners of Jefferson Hall, which closed in April of 2013, this venture is a neighborhood bar serving Mexican street food. On the menu: a variety of tacos, including barbacoa (braised beef) with pico de gallo, cilantro and cotija; beer-battered cod with napa cabbage and remoulade; spicy Mexican beer-braised pork... Read More
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.
Django Western Taco
North
Django Western Taco
North
Unpretentious eatery offering refined, Tex-Mex dishes, inventive cocktails, and live music.
Unpretentious eatery offering refined, Tex-Mex dishes, inventive cocktails, and live music.
Taco Bell Cantina
Downtown
Taco Bell Cantina
Downtown
Mexican-inspired fast food served all day, from breakfast to late night. Enjoy made-to-order and customizable tacos and burritos along with other choices.
Mexican-inspired fast food served all day, from breakfast to late night. Enjoy made-to-order and customizable tacos and burritos along with other choices.
Taqueria Mercado
Downtown
Taqueria Mercado
Downtown
Taqueria Mercado is an authentic taqueria. Serving tacos with eight kinds of meat, including carnitas, barbacoa, chicken chorizo, carne asada (grilled steak), pork and... Read more
Taqueria Mercado is an authentic taqueria. Serving tacos with eight kinds of meat, including carnitas, barbacoa, chicken chorizo, carne asada (grilled steak), pork and lengua (tongue). Their tacos are made with lots of chopped onions and fresh cilantro. Happy Hour runs 3-6 p.m. daily with live music on the weekends from a...... Read More
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.
Los Cabos
East
Los Cabos
East
You will really enjoy the authentic Mexican food while being surrounded in a bright, family-friendly atmosphere. The owner and the staff are open and treat you like family... Read more
You will really enjoy the authentic Mexican food while being surrounded in a bright, family-friendly atmosphere. The owner and the staff are open and treat you like family.The menu contains everything from chimichangas to sour cream enchiladas. The authentic taste of the food will make you feel as if your are actually eating in... Read More
Currito
Downtown
Currito
Downtown
Pushing beyond ordinary Mexican flavors, Currito is a Cincinnati based burrito chain with internationally inspired burritos, real fruit smoothies, and delicious salads.... Read more
Pushing beyond ordinary Mexican flavors, Currito is a Cincinnati based burrito chain with internationally inspired burritos, real fruit smoothies, and delicious salads. Currito offers the classic burrito with cilantro-lime rice, beans and cheese. But if you're not in the mood for Mexican, you've got options: Bangkok, teriyaki... Read More
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
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.
Condado Tacos
Uptown
Condado Tacos
Uptown
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."
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.
Calle Cantina
Uptown
Calle Cantina
Uptown
Calle Cantina is an authentic Mexican bar/restaurant that was brought to life by the owners of Mazunte and Sprout. The food, drink, and decor are all heavily influenced by... Read more
Calle Cantina is an authentic Mexican bar/restaurant that was brought to life by the owners of Mazunte and Sprout. The food, drink, and decor are all heavily influenced by the travels of the friends that brought this concept together. Although, the primary concept is a bar, Calle also offers authentic Mexican street food from a... Read More
Veracruz Mexican Grill
West
Veracruz Mexican Grill
West
Mexican grill offering authentic ingredients and generous portions.
Mexican grill offering authentic ingredients and generous portions.
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.
Bakersfield OTR
Downtown
Bakersfield OTR
Downtown
Bakersfield OTR in now open in the Gateway Quarter. The tacos, tequila and whiskey bar on Vine Street is owned by Joe Lanni. Choose from a selection of 45 tequilas, 45... Read more
Bakersfield OTR in now open in the Gateway Quarter. The tacos, tequila and whiskey bar on Vine Street is owned by Joe Lanni. Choose from a selection of 45 tequilas, 45 American whiskeys and a menu of authentic Mexican street food.
