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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Rincon Mexicano Restaurant
East
Rincon Mexicano Restaurant
East
Situated between the Dollar Saver Cinema and bigg's in a mini-mall in Eastgate, this is the last place you'd expect to get good Mexican food, but Rincon Mexicano truly... Read more
Situated between the Dollar Saver Cinema and bigg's in a mini-mall in Eastgate, this is the last place you'd expect to get good Mexican food, but Rincon Mexicano truly looks, feels, and tastes authentic. The vast menu includes items like fajitas, burritos, enchiladas, chimichangas and quesadillas. The bar, which is separate... Read More
Blue Agave
North
Blue Agave
North
The name of the restaurant refers to the plant used to make tequila, which is appropriate as Blue Agave serves up a mean margarita. But man cannot live on margarita alone... Read more
The name of the restaurant refers to the plant used to make tequila, which is appropriate as Blue Agave serves up a mean margarita. But man cannot live on margarita alone, so the menu provides Mexican staples and some specialties. Try the Burro Texas, which sports steak, chicken, shrimp and beans in a flour tortilla covered in... Read More
Hot Head Burritos
North
Hot Head Burritos
North
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
El Coyote
East
El Coyote
East
Don't let the name fool you: El Coyote is not only a Mexican restaurant; it's also a steakhouse. This Tex-Mex style cuisine will have you coming back for more. The... Read more
Don't let the name fool you: El Coyote is not only a Mexican restaurant; it's also a steakhouse. This Tex-Mex style cuisine will have you coming back for more. The restaurant is themed with an elegant, woodsy cabin-like decor. In the mood to be wined and dined with a fabulous steak or pork chop? Both are award-winning. To spice... Read More
El Rancho Grande
North
El Rancho Grande
North
Walking into El Rancho Grande, you are welcomed by the sight of a faux Mexican atmosphere, full of overwhelming bright colors and fake adobe bricks. But one bite into this... Read more
Walking into El Rancho Grande, you are welcomed by the sight of a faux Mexican atmosphere, full of overwhelming bright colors and fake adobe bricks. But one bite into this authentic Mexican cuisine, and it's easy to close your eyes and pretend you're in Acapulco. Free chips and salsa, a nice happy hour from three to six and...... Read More
El Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
South > Riverfront
El Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
South > Riverfront
El Rio Grande is an excellent spot for homemade Mexican food - their chimichangas and fajitas taste delicious and are ready fast. The menu is filled with cost-effective... Read more
El Rio Grande is an excellent spot for homemade Mexican food - their chimichangas and fajitas taste delicious and are ready fast. The menu is filled with cost-effective dining options, especially at lunch. Try out the popular Carnitas de Puerco, composed of deep fried pork, rice, beans and guacamole. For iron-cast stomachs, try... Read More
Cancun Hamilton Avenue
North
Cancun Hamilton Avenue
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 (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.
Casa Mexico
South > Southeast
Casa Mexico
South > Southeast
Casa Mexico is both restaurant and bar, with lots of pool tables, live music and two dance floors for your entertainment. Happy Hour runs 4-7 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Casa Mexico is both restaurant and bar, with lots of pool tables, live music and two dance floors for your entertainment. Happy Hour runs 4-7 p.m. Monday-Friday.
El Rancho Grande
North
El Rancho Grande
North
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 Green Township
West
Cancun Green Township
West
The Cancun Restaurant and Cantina in Green Township serves quality Mexican cuisine in a laid-back atmosphere. Dig into the complimentary chips and salsa while checking out... Read more
The Cancun Restaurant and Cantina in Green Township serves quality Mexican cuisine in a laid-back atmosphere. Dig into the complimentary chips and salsa while checking out the menu of all the favorite Mexican choices. Definitely make sure you check out their super popular margaritas, in flavors like peach, pina colada or the... Read More
Taqueria El Jalisco
South > Southwest
Taqueria El Jalisco
South > Southwest
Authentic Mexican cuisine prepared fresh daily.
Authentic Mexican cuisine prepared fresh daily.
El Pueblo
North
El Pueblo
North
El Pueblo's vibrantly colored walls and scenic photos of Mexico create a bright and beautifully authentic setting, enhanced by a live Mariachi band that performs tableside... Read more
El Pueblo's vibrantly colored walls and scenic photos of Mexico create a bright and beautifully authentic setting, enhanced by a live Mariachi band that performs tableside monthly. The restaurant serves up more than 100 flavorful Mexican dishes, including more than 15 burritos, each bursting with flavorful ingredients. Try the... Read More
Mount Carmel Pub
East
Mount Carmel Pub
East
The early bird gets the worm at Mount Carmel Pub, which opens up at 6 a.m. weekdays. This pub is known for its American and Mexican cuisine, along with great drink deals... Read more
The early bird gets the worm at Mount Carmel Pub, which opens up at 6 a.m. weekdays. This pub is known for its American and Mexican cuisine, along with great drink deals during happy hour. There is plenty to keep you entertained from pool tables to Golden Tee to Megatouch. Live music shakes things up on Wednesdays, Fridays and... Read More
Santo Domingo Restaurant
North
Santo Domingo Restaurant
North
Santo Domingo is an out-of-the-way Caribbean restaurant in Hamilton, Ohio. It sports a modest dining area with some booths and tables, plus a TV on in the corner. On the... Read more
Santo Domingo is an out-of-the-way Caribbean restaurant in Hamilton, Ohio. It sports a modest dining area with some booths and tables, plus a TV on in the corner. On the menu are beef, chicken and lots of rice. There are pictures to go with every item, but if you need help deciding, the cook can come out and patiently explain... Read More
Chuy's
East
Chuy's
East
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
Moe's Southwest Grill
East
Moe's Southwest Grill
East
Moe's is a colorful, inviting, lighthearted Tex-Mex restaurant with a fun attitude and nostalgic ambience. Paintings of famous musicians decorate the walls. There's not a... Read more
Moe's is a colorful, inviting, lighthearted Tex-Mex restaurant with a fun attitude and nostalgic ambience. Paintings of famous musicians decorate the walls. There's not a full bar, but guests can enjoy beer and margaritas.Moe's is fanatical about fresh food, dishing up outstanding burritos, tacos, quesadillas, salads and other... Read More
Los Panchos
North
Los Panchos
North
If you're in the mood for Mexican and you're in Colerain, Los Panchos has got you covered. They have all the usual favorites like fajitas, chimichangas, seafood and lots... Read more
If you're in the mood for Mexican and you're in Colerain, Los Panchos has got you covered. They have all the usual favorites like fajitas, chimichangas, seafood and lots of chicken dinners. The meal wouldn't be complete without cerveza or a flavored margarita...you can get one "monster"-sized, too.
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
Newly opened, El Tapatio's interior feels like a siesta - dark and relaxing. You can order any of your Mexican favorites made fresh everyday. The kitchen hand makes... Read more
Newly opened, El Tapatio's interior feels like a siesta - dark and relaxing. You can order any of your Mexican favorites made fresh everyday. The kitchen hand makes burritos, enchiladas, fajitas and quesadillas. El Tapatio serves ample house specialties like Camarodes Fiestes, which is shrimp wrapped with bacon. The El...... Read More
Chipotle
South > Riverfront
Chipotle
South > Riverfront
Burritos, bowls and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.
Burritos, bowls and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.
Habanero's Latin American Fare
Uptown
Habanero's Latin American Fare
Uptown
Habanero Latin American Fare is an independent Mexican joint for burrito and salsa lovers. Try the Mad Max, a tilapia burrito with pinto beans, cabbage and a signature... Read more
Habanero Latin American Fare is an independent Mexican joint for burrito and salsa lovers. Try the Mad Max, a tilapia burrito with pinto beans, cabbage and a signature sauce. The Porkopolis is piled high with shredded pork, a sweet rice and apple green chili salsa. The Tofu Tango combines eggplant, tofu and corn salsa. Also on... Read More
Chipotle
South > Riverfront
Chipotle
South > Riverfront
Burritos, bowls and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.
Burritos, bowls and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
North
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
North
The lively atmosphere here makes it a great place to go after work or with friends and they offer Authentic Mexican food. The menu has many choices varying from... Read more
The lively atmosphere here makes it a great place to go after work or with friends and they offer Authentic Mexican food. The menu has many choices varying from chimichangas to taquitos. They also have lunch specials and combination plates for lunch and dinner. The dessert menu also has a wide selection to choose from with...... Read More
Hot Head Burritos
North
Hot Head Burritos
North
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
El Toro Bravo
South > Southwest
El Toro Bravo
South > Southwest
The Fuentes family is celebrating the opening of its newest restaurant. The Walton eatery is the only El Toro in Northern Kentucky. Everything here is hand-made daily.
The Fuentes family is celebrating the opening of its newest restaurant. The Walton eatery is the only El Toro in Northern Kentucky. Everything here is hand-made daily.
El Rio Bravo
South > Southeast
El Rio Bravo
South > Southeast
Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3-6 p.m. with $1 off margaritas and house wines. El Rio Bravo handmakes all its burritos, enchiladas, fajitas, and tacos. The... Read more
Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3-6 p.m. with $1 off margaritas and house wines. El Rio Bravo handmakes all its burritos, enchiladas, fajitas, and tacos. The kitchen also serves seafood, steaks and vegetarian combos. Lunch specials, served from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., are tasty and inexpensive. You can order El Rio Bravo's... Read More
El Rancho Grande
North
El Rancho Grande
North
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
El Jalisco
South > Southwest
El Jalisco
South > Southwest
Located in country-charming Williamstown, El Jalisco handmakes all the burritos, enchalidas, tacos and other Mex favorites you love.If you prefer American, try the Steak... Read more
Located in country-charming Williamstown, El Jalisco handmakes all the burritos, enchalidas, tacos and other Mex favorites you love.If you prefer American, try the Steak Williamstown. It's served with hand-cut fries smothered in cheese.
Montoya's Restaurant
South > Southwest
Montoya's Restaurant
South > Southwest
Beloved by Northern Kentuckians, this Fort Mitchell fixture serves real Mexican food at bargain prices. All the burritos, enchiladas, tamales and more are handmade in the... Read more
Beloved by Northern Kentuckians, this Fort Mitchell fixture serves real Mexican food at bargain prices. All the burritos, enchiladas, tamales and more are handmade in the kitchen. Montoya's specializes in very spicy food, red flagged on the menu. Pirata, pork served with special cheese, jalepeno peppers, and onions, is one of... Read More
El Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
El Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
El Rio Grande serves margaritas that come in a wide range of flavors, including peach, mango, raspberry, pina colada, lime and strawberry. The restaurant boasts a giant,... Read more
El Rio Grande serves margaritas that come in a wide range of flavors, including peach, mango, raspberry, pina colada, lime and strawberry. The restaurant boasts a giant, sizzling fajita plate, and whether your prefer chicken, steak or shrimp, the food is guaranteed to please. All the burritos, enchiladas, fajitas and tacos are... Read More
Hot Head Burritos
Uptown
Hot Head Burritos
Uptown
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
El Rancho Grande
North
El Rancho Grande
North
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
Hot Head Burritos
North
Hot Head Burritos
North
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
