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.
Chipotle
South > Riverfront
Chipotle
South > Riverfront
Burritos, bowls and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.
Burritos, bowls and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.
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
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.
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.
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
South > Southeast
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
South > Southeast
Taylor Mill's Acapulco gives you the complete Mexican experience, including Hispanic architecture and murals. The menu features diverse appetizers, combination plates,... Read more
Taylor Mill's Acapulco gives you the complete Mexican experience, including Hispanic architecture and murals. The menu features diverse appetizers, combination plates, daily lunch specials, American dishes, and kid's food. The dessert menu also has a wide selection to choose from with dishes like flan and deep fried ice cream.
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
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 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
Taqueria Mercado
North
Taqueria Mercado
North
The Taqueria Mercado is a little taste of Authentic Mexican cuisine specializing in tacos the way they are eaten in Mexico with corn tortillas, meat, cilantro and onions.... Read more
The Taqueria Mercado is a little taste of Authentic Mexican cuisine specializing in tacos the way they are eaten in Mexico with corn tortillas, meat, cilantro and onions. They offer a variety of meat, fish and vegetarian dishes along with lunch specials from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday, your choice from 10 different entrees... Read More
Hot Head Burritos
North
Hot Head Burritos
North
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
Qdoba Mexican Grill
North
Qdoba Mexican Grill
North
A burrito is just a burrito until you have it at Qdoba. Now, you can customize just what you want by picking through five different salsas, sour cream, cheese, lettuce and... Read more
A burrito is just a burrito until you have it at Qdoba. Now, you can customize just what you want by picking through five different salsas, sour cream, cheese, lettuce and beans. Oh man, if diversity is the spice of life, then this restaurant will have your mouth burning. The decorations are, of course, a Mexican fiesta theme... Read More
Dinastia Latina
North
Dinastia Latina
North
Small authentic Mexican restaurant in the former location of Brijmohan Indian Sweets.
Small authentic Mexican restaurant in the former location of Brijmohan Indian Sweets.
Plaza Mexico
West
Plaza Mexico
West
You'll find the classics with nothing too fancy at Plaza Mexico, a basic Mexican restaurant filled with shoppers who stopped in for a quick enchilada or taco at this Delhi... Read more
You'll find the classics with nothing too fancy at Plaza Mexico, a basic Mexican restaurant filled with shoppers who stopped in for a quick enchilada or taco at this Delhi location.
El Ranchito
East
El Ranchito
East
The atmosphere is as lively as the food at El Ranchito. The restaurant is decked out in a Mexican theme, and the menu features items made from scratch in the kitchen.... Read more
The atmosphere is as lively as the food at El Ranchito. The restaurant is decked out in a Mexican theme, and the menu features items made from scratch in the kitchen. Homemade tortilla chips come as an appetizer to your meal, but be sure to save some room for a piping hot fajita or tortilla. Cool off after dinner with some...... 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
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 Mariachi
North
El Mariachi
North
If you're in the mood for Mexican and are in Harrison, Hamilton or Hebron, head to El Mariachi Mexican Restaurante and Cantina for some serious salsa and tempting... Read more
If you're in the mood for Mexican and are in Harrison, Hamilton or Hebron, head to El Mariachi Mexican Restaurante and Cantina for some serious salsa and tempting margaritas. Start off with the Nachos Mariachi (nachos with the works), a taco salad, or a vegetarian option like a bean burrito. Entrees include shrimp, chicken and... Read More
El Rancho Grande
East
El Rancho Grande
East
El Rancheo Grande, formerly known as Los Portales, has authentic Mexican cuisine with all of the favorites, along with a few surprises such as grilled tilapia and other... Read more
El Rancheo Grande, formerly known as Los Portales, 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... Read More
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
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
North
Hot Head Burritos
North
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
Taqueria El Jalisco
South > Southwest
Taqueria El Jalisco
South > Southwest
Authentic Mexican cuisine prepared fresh daily.
Authentic Mexican cuisine prepared fresh daily.
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
Cancun Glenway Crossing
West
Cancun Glenway Crossing
West
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.
Hot Head Burritos
North
Hot Head Burritos
North
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
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
Chipotle
South > Riverfront
Chipotle
South > Riverfront
Burritos, bowls and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.
Burritos, bowls and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.
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
Taco Casa
Uptown
Taco Casa
Uptown
Taco Casa is Cincinnati's classic taco place. The Hyde Park location has a great patio area to enjoy on those warm summer days. The taco salad is by far the most popular... Read more
Taco Casa is Cincinnati's classic taco place. The Hyde Park location has a great patio area to enjoy on those warm summer days. The taco salad is by far the most popular item but menu choices include quesadillas, burritos, tacos, enchiladas and nachos.
Chuy's
South > Southwest
Chuy's
South > Southwest
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
