25 Best Taco Restaurants in Buffalo

“I had a vegetable quesadilla today and it was excellent. Fresh, hot, crispy and great flavor- not greasy. Great choice for lunch in downtown Buffalo!“

“Great experience once again. Emily was our bartender. She remembered us from when we came in last hockey season. So nice, friendly and inviting. Her drinks were superb and the food was incredible. Go visit, ask for Emily and see for yourself. We will be back!“

“Staff was extremely nice, i loved the Korean beef taco they had, it was a combo of things i never thought id like as a taco but it was delicious, also had their brownie dessert which came with ice cream and a few other things on top that i could absolutely die for, great experience and vibe there, would recommend at least a visit and try. Would definitely come again?“

“Best tacos hands down. Well done!!“

“LaVerdad Cafe is certainly one of my favorite spots in the city. Chef creates amazing flavor profiles, meals and deals. Burnt ends, brisket and oxtails are all amazing. Sides, soups and tacos are top notch. Support this business you will not be disappointed!“

“Placed a large order online - 23 items many ordered with substitutions and ingredient changes/edits - and the restaurant was experiencing high volume of online, drive thru, and in-person orders at the time I came to pickup my order. I waited about 10 minute to receive my order, which I believe was very reasonable given the location being very busy. I observed the manager handle a drive thru order issue with courtesy and professional during this busy period while also treat other customers in the walk-in area with respect and courtesy. I thanked employees for their efforts on my order. When I reviewed my order it was 100% accurate. Kudos to the PEOPLE at the McKinley express location for their work this evening!

Kid-friendliness: I have picky eaters (4) and I placed the order online because the app makes it easy to select and deselect ingredients. Mighty taco makes every menu item very customizable to suit my family’s needs!“

“It's ok food. Definitely Overpriced..The owner is always changing the price and smells like weed.“

“Great for a fast and delicious slice of pizza.“

“Best tacos hands down. Well done!!“

“I took my son for his birthday and was very pleased. Everything was delicious.“

“Been looking for good Mexican food since I came to the east coast from the west coast. This place has exceptional food and reasonable prices. My waitress was awsome. They have a huge outside sitting areas and even seen someone with their dog. The margaritas are delicious. Will definitely come back here.“

“Loved this business and location since I was a child, but I just wanted to say that a man who was working the window complimented my eyes tonight when I was clearly upset and had been crying, and I SO appreciate it because it’s exactly what I needed to hear. I was honestly shocked to hear that compliment because I was actually upset ABOUT my appearance, so it was such a sweet surprise and it truly made my night. Whether he was flirting or just being considerate doesn’t even matter, I was just happy to hear something positive about the way I look, and he was very respectful about it. Please keep hiring kind and considerate employees, they really do have the ability to change someone’s mood!“

“I'm hooked on this Mexican restaurant. The margaritas are the best in the city, the grub's quick and tasty, and their homemade hot sauce is ridiculous. The staff's also super knowledgeable and friendly, so it's a solid spot to take out-of-town guests who are hungry and thirsty.“

“We was in the buffalo area and was looking for a good pie. Figured we would check it out. Pizza was very good but the sauce was a little sweet for my liking. But if I was in the area again I would have it again.“

“Truck employees at Kenmore Fattey on Thursdays have been killing it. 👍👍👍“

“I’ve been here many of times, the place is bumpin and the food is great. They are honest with the food and really care about the customers experience. Sitting outside is lovely on a warm day being inside can be overwhelming on a DJ night but overall is nice for young people. Birthdays here are next level and they give you a hat to wear and dessert to share. All and all 10/10 been coming back and gonna stay coming back“

“Truck employees at Kenmore Fattey on Thursdays have been killing it. 👍👍👍“

“Amazingggg cheesesteak!

Maybe it was late night and I was starving but the food was delicious!

Did get a second to-go the next day, so couldn't have been the munchies lol!

Very chill staff, would definitely recommend if you're downtown.“

“Stopped by for a drink… staff friendly and attentive. Beautiful setting with the fire pits on water. Relaxing venue… will be back“

“Been coming here forever (15+ years now probably) Genuinely surprised it’s not rated higher, for a (borderline) fast food place it has always met or exceeded my standards. There will be turnover, you may get a new worker occasionally, but overall I’d say I have a 98% positive experience when coming here. My order: 6” chicken finger sub, white bread, hot, lettuce tomato onion provolone cheese.“

“I've eaten at various Jim's locations for over 20 years. I understand the gripes over the lack of quality and consistency, even at the same location. I hadn't eaten at the Delaware site in years. We went to this Jim's (June 7, 2024) after being out near Buff State. I chose this one because it has a parking lot, unlike the tiny one at near Elmwood Jim's that everyone uses. The wait was minimal, and there were plenty of tables to accommodate everyone. I got the Jim's Hot Bleu, and it was the best one I've had in a long time. My friend got a steak and cheese sub. They, too, said it was fantastic. I attribute that to the staff. Why? Because whenever I get food that is subpar, from anywhere, I take into account the day, time, and if it's busy-which isn't an excuse for them. However, some places just have good staff that get the job done well despite staffing issues and if it's busy. Well done, Jim's Delaware staff! Btw I enjoy tipping at Jim's because they all say thank you.

Parking: Parking lot is in front of the building. As it's part of a larger plaza, parking can spill out into that lot of necessary.

Wheelchair accessibility: The door is flush with the sidewalk; no stairs or ramp needed. Handicapped parking is in front of the entrance.“

“Nothing fancy but definitely delicious, it's a bit pricier than I'd hope with some options but overall it's not super expensive, far less so than ETS across the street and in my opinion far better in general. Staff have always been nice and helpful if needed, Food is well above fast food quality and while definitely not healthy food it's extremely delicious. It's also nice that hours go as late as they do. I wish there were more options for those with gluten related allergies and vegetarians but definitely well worth going to if those things don't affect you.

Vegetarian options: Not many options but what's there is good“

“Awesome food every time. Not just the pizza, all of it is delicious and prepared perfectly. Fair prices, as much as can be expected these days. Nice people, always happy and quick to take care of you. Clean bathroom with hot water and good soap and paper towel dispensers. What more can you ask for?“

“Food was hot, delicious and plentiful. Prices are reasonable. The location was great for people watching. My only criticism is that they serve the sloppiest tacos anywhere. They don't drain the taco meat before slopping it on the tortilla so the juice gets everywhere.“

“I was told that when in the Buffalo area, I need to get a sandwich from Jim's so here I am. Not familiar with the menu, I chose their "Stinger" which is chicken tenders and cheesesteak with spicy sauce. As the only customer in the place at 7pm, I opted to take it to go and consumed it a half hour later.

There's a lot of protein here but the famed spiciness was not present. A good mix of chicken and grilled steak and cheese, it's also very messy. Tasty but otherwise unremarkable.

The restaurant is clean and there is plenty of seating down the side. The young lady who took my order was patient enough.

Vegetarian options: Not many vegetarian options, if any.

Dietary restrictions: Ask about allergens.

Parking: Easy parking for the Sprinter van.

Kid-friendliness: Yes, they have a kid's menu.

Wheelchair accessibility: Step free access. Doors might be a challenge.“