11 Best Mexican Restaurants in Albany

“if you like traditional Mexican food you must try the newly opened El Rancho on Central Ave in Albany!!! El Rancho offers truly authentic Mexican cuisine -- in the Oaxaca tradition. Fresh, delicious, plentiful, dishes and fantastic lunch specials (including delicious "burrito bowls" and taco specials). The best chips !! thin, crispy, not oily with the perfect amount of salt. The restaurant is beautiful -- hand painted murals and traditional vibrant Oaxaca decor. Nice, airy bar is separated from the dining room making dining a pleasure. Attentive and informative staff and family-run and very welcoming! I'm definitely returning....“

“My mom and I had dinner here a few weeks ago. The food was great! Genavieve was our server and she truly knows how to connect with people. Her recommendations were spot on. She went above and beyond and ensured we had a great experience. 10/10 recommend!“

“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 !!!!!“

“Never a disappointment. Always an amazing meal.“

“Lo mejor de Mexico 🤗🥰😍😘🔥🌮“

“They have one of the best chicken parm dinners in the area. Everything is so fresh and the home made sauce tale this dinner to the next level.“

“I love this place. Everything is always so delicious and the drinks are on point!“

“Yum. The guac made at your table is the best!“

“Go here, get one of everything, shop the grocery, get ready to live. the 518 is lucky to have a place like this.... tacos, sope, elote, torta etc...all amazing!“

“El Patron is truly a beautiful place. I love the vibrant paintings and the overall atmosphere of the restaurant; it really creates a unique and inviting experience. While I’m personally not the biggest fan of the food, I must say that the service more than makes up for it. It’s definitely an experience worth having.

I admit I may be a bit biased because I prefer authentic Mexican cuisine. However, my partner, who isn’t a huge fan of Mexican food or the Americanized versions, genuinely enjoys what El Patron offers. As they say, "different tastes make the world go round!" It’s great to see how a place can cater to varying preferences and still create a memorable experience for everyone.“

“Super Friendly Staff…Great Atmosphere with Tasty Food and Generous Portions to match…“