18 Best Mexican Restaurants near Slingerlands

“We were there last night for a friend’s birthday. Place was packed but we had a reservation and were seated quick. Apps, entrees and desserts were all delicious and huge servings. The pineapple tropical margarita was so tasty! Our server Dayana was very sweet and attentive. She made my friend’s birthday very special. We will definitely be going back!“

“Came here with my friends for karaoke night. We all had a blast!! DJ Wave was awesome and really got the crowd going. Our server, Valentine, was super kind and my group and I ended up talking with them both for a while which was really nice.The food was really good and the portions are big. I got a (virgin) mango daiquiri which was SOOO good. My friends all loved their food and drinks, too. We’re looking forward to coming back, especially when DJ Wave is there!“

“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.“

“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've been attending Toro for cinco de Mayo the past couple of years. Our waitress, Emily, was excellent! I've had her my past few visits and she's such a valuable asset to Toro. She's got a positive attitude and is very knowledgeable and attentive. Love her and wish I had her each visit!!“

“Our family loves Los Panchos! The complimentary chips and salsa could be my meal alone. So good! My daughter gets the Panchos Fiesta and it’s so flavorful without being spicy. Mi esposa enjoys different dishes, but tonight the Pollo Fundido. I’m, wow! Delicioso! I keep getting the Birria Tacos, but I’ve to try something different next time. Our picky eater 7 year old loves their mac and cheese, but said the cheese pizza was a 10/10! We always get a half pitcher house margaritas and it’s a perfect family dinner! Trust. So many leftovers too! ??“

“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 !!!!!“

“Very good food, came quickly and fast and have good atmosphere with mexican style paintings, the food was great and staff were pilote, I would have given 5 stars but due to after asking the waiter to bring me a cup to put my drink in, she came back with no cup, upset we waited 10 minutes trying not to be bored but soon she came back with a cup.Parking: The parking is open and free and plenty of spots“

“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!“

“Great great food I got birria tacos and they were cooked amazing, the only thing I would have to comment on this is that the drinks aren't strong at all . So if your looking to get a nice buzz off one drink , you'll have to order a double .“

“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!“