Albany's best places for Mexican cuisine are in our list. Explore a variety of Mexican flavors, from a Birria Tacos to Chips and Salsa, and enjoy great Mexican cuisine in the city.
“I was sceptical of the combination of food options but they pull it off. The food was excellent and the service was great as well. Ordered a variety of food for a takeout dinner and everything from the quesadillas to the Nutella calzone was delicious!“
“This is a fun place to go. Lots of locals and university students. The place is colourful and vibrant with authentic music. The staff are nice but I would not say they move with any great pace not are they really trained. More of family vibe going on. The food was prepared well but was a bit on the bland side. But you get a lot for the price.“
“I visited with a friend for a casual dinner. We were seated and our waitress came over to attend to our drink needs and asked if we had visited before (we both had). Our food came out quickly-my friend got the fajitas and I got the chimichanga although I realized after it wasn't fried after I had already eaten some (still tasted good that's why I didn't notice initially). This is my second experience there with some type of kitchen error. I had been there a few months earlier and our tres leches cake had somehow “missed its soak”, ummm that's what tres leches is so I think their kitchen needs to be a little more attentive. Our waitress sort of disappeared after that. I did have to ask for a drink refill and we decided to get a dessert when she came over which were some churros. It took 35 minutes to get us our churros. They were tasty but there was no apology or reasoning for it taking so long. Overall a great meal just needs a little work on the service end.“
“DELICIOUS! We were seated with amazing chips and salsa (the salsa especially yummy), my bf got the birra ramen, and I ordered the burrito bowl with chicken. If you're thinking about stopping in for some good Mexican food, DO IT! 10/10 we'll be back for more! Food was so quick, we barely touched our chips and salsa before our main meals were ready.Wonderful customer service, had great music playing, the lots of care and love that goes into this place and it shows! Our two highlights were the horchata, and the amazing salsa.“
“Very nice little spot. Service is prompt and friendly, My dining companion and I each had a quesadilla dish, and we started out with chips and their excellent out of this world salsa. My friend and I stayed a bit ling because we had a lot of catching up to do, and we didn't at all feel rushed, we never felt we were being pushed out. I highly recommend this little goldmine.“
“Excellent little place to have a peaceful, casual and delicious meal. They have a lot to choose from, authentic food and friendly staff. Usually I don't enjoy salsa much but their house salsa was very nice. Loved their guacamole, when you order it as a side it comes in a cheerful, little green tortilla shell bowl that you can eat. It was very cute. Prices are not high like other places and we left full and happy. I will gladly return another time. The food I saw being served to other parties and the menu pictures all looked great.I kind of forgot we were on Central Ave. The atmosphere makes you feel like you're in a clean, fun, quaint and well loved establishment.I love finding hidden gems. I was having a terrible day and my experience at La Fiesta turned everything around. What a pick-me-up! Thank you La Fiesta!“
“This is a hidden little restaurant in albany. You go past the convenience store section and the restaurant is in the back. The service was good as there are not many tables, you get lots of attention, and they have an extensive menu. They have many different types of tacos, enchiladas, tortas, and many other Mexican specialties. They have a wide selection of Mexican sodas and horchata. Three tacos come in an order and two orders are more than enough for one person.Vegetarian options: There is a large vegetarian selection.Parking: Only street parking is available and as it is a busy area it may be limited.Kid-friendliness: Great for the whole family.Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant does not appear to be wheelchair accessible. The aisles are too narrow to navigate.“
“Had a late lunch/early dinner yesterday. I ordered the “Langosta El Mariachi”. OMG!!! It was beyond delicious! The lobster tails were stuffed with shrimp and scallops with a creamy white sauce and cheese... the green beans seasoned perfectly with fresh garlic, the rice was cooked to perfection. The meal was perfectly plated and resembled a piece of art. I enjoyed every morsel. The lobster,shrimp and scallops were cooked perfectly. The staff is very friendly. The restaurant has a wonderful and warm ambiance and it is very clean. I highly recommend everyone to experience their own dining experience here. You won’t be disappointed. Thank You ElMariachi !!!!!“
“The atmosphere is pretty nice. A lot of seating. The bartender is pretty attentive. The drinks are reasonably priced. The only reason why I didn't give the place five stars is because the fish taco wasn't good. The fish was rubbery and the overall taco didn't taste authentic, more like Tex-mex that you can get from a Chinese restaurant.“
“We ordered take out today for work, a birthday. It was a large order that I was able to place the day before. The girl Who took my order was very patient, friendly, and organized. We got our food exactly when I asked, everything was correct nothing missing and the food was fantastic! These days you rarely get this. Usually some issues happen. We got Great customer service all around! Thank you- we will be ordering again!“
“Very good customer service. We did not dine in but we waited inside for food. I was able to ask question of the young cashier and she was able to understand my questions and make recommendations on food. I even tried this condensed milk drink I saw other customers having. It was great. We will be back.“
“We came in at 6pm on a Friday. The bartender greeted us when we came in. Devoured the chips and salsa. We ordered the guacamole to start and the waiter made it fresh in a big mortar and pestle. So fresh and soooo good! Ordered the chicken burrito and the pieces of chicken were well marinated and grilled. So tasty. Ordered the chicken tacos and they were the "street taco" kind which we love. The portions were reasonable, the presentation was nice and the service great. We will come back.“
“I love this restaurant! We had the mesquite chicken tacos and the beef lengua tacos. The tacos were authentic and so tasty that we ordered seconds! There is also a small Mexican market attached to the restaurant that sells food, bags, and other household items. We will definitely be back for more!“
“I had an amazing experience at ama cocina! The service was exceptional, earning a solid 5 stars for drinks, music, and presentation! The staff really went above and beyond to make the dining experience memorable. I'll definitely be back for more!Located in Downtown Albany, ama cocina offers a fresh and funky twist on modern Mexican street food. Their mission to encompass the three most important elements of life - food, laughter, and love - truly shines through in every aspect of the dining experience.From the moment you sit down, you'll notice the attention to detail, both in the ambiance and the food presentation. Eating with your hands and engaging with your neighbors creates a communal atmosphere reminiscent of the "table-talk" days, where bonds were formed over good food and conversation.Don't forget to relax and laugh while you're here - the staff at ama cocina will take care of the rest. It's evident that there's a lot of thought, fun, and love put into every dish served at ama. Welcome to their kitchen, where every meal is prepared with care and passion.“