Mexican Restaurants near Norwood

“Once again I'd like to compliment this place for their consistency - like fifty years of it! It's not just the Taco Salad, which Taco Salad originated (yes, they did), but all the menu items have a stand-alone personality, a draw established by the original owner back in the fair-play hippie days. Always a fun spot, always a fair deal (not the skimpy factory food of Taco Bell and such neighborhood parasites, robbing local businesses of patronage). The Norwood location is the most laid-back Taco Casa. The new manager is tops, dedicated as they come. Grab a carry-out and hit the little park across Mtgmy road. Taco Casa is as much a Cincinnati tradition now as the chili spots. And a much better deal if you've ever seen Gold Star's "double decker," overpriced, sad, threadbare cafeteria fare. Yuk. Just finished a TC taco salad and I'll say it again: the much-imitated but never duplicated buttermilk dressing is a secret recipe I'd give anything to learn. If you know, you know :-) it's the best.“

“We’ve been coming to Cancun Norwood since it opened at the old location next to Frisch’s. Been awhile since we’d been back in the neighborhood. The spinach dip, Molcajete bowl, Hot & Spicy burrito and Sergio’s specials are still as good as ever. So glad we stopped by, make sure to say hello to Miguel. He’s awesome and been there since the opening.“

“One of the few Taco Bells that hasn't switched to kiosks. They always get my order right, the food is always warm, and the staff is always very friendly! I go out of my way to dine at this location because it is better than all of the other locations around me.“

“Come and enjoy nice people and great food“

“Crown Cantina provided a exceptional dining experience last night. The kitchen is 100% gluten-free, offering a unique and refreshing change of pace. We started with the tostadas and salsa, which were delicious and had a nice kick. We also enjoyed the Hamachi, the Tijuanero (steak taco), and the large plate chicken enchiladas verde, all of which were made to order and full of flavor. The margaritas were also a highlight, with the ghost and guava margarita being a standout. All of their margaritas are crafted in-house, making them a healthier option. If you're looking for a high-end Mexican meal, Crown Cantina is a great choice.“

“Erick was an amazing server! We celebrated my daughter’s 15th birthday here and it did not disappoint. Service was on top of drinks, chips, and food. Food was amazing and was able to accommodate some of the picky eaters in our group. Atmosphere is fun and inviting!“

“Amazing food! Amazing owner, and hands down the best authentic Mexican food around! Chefs kiss!“

“Alex was amazing! Great food! Pineapple margaritas are to die for! Def recommend!“

“The enchiladas are divine!!!“

“Excellent authentic Mexican cuisine. Food truck meets Abuelas kitchen. The only place I go to when I want that authentic fresh taste. Definitely needs another location in Clifton or even on the banks or OTR. More traffic more for great food. ❤️❤️❤️“

“Very good and great service“

“Amazing food! Amazing owner, and hands down the best authentic Mexican food around! Chefs kiss!“

“Excellent food ! The Sope s I had were fantastic. My husband’s burrito was exceptional and sauces we’re great too.“

“Very fast service food was hot fresh and delicious. And also we can’t leave out Johnny, took really good care of us. He’s so welcoming and loving and takes very good care of everyone. I look forward to seeing him each and every time i come. 10/10“

“As a Mexican I say probably the best“

“Awesome food. Great prices ;)“

“The food is delicious, generous portions and great service. One of my favorite places to eat in Cincinnati.“

“Es el mejor restaurant de comida auténtica mexicana al q he ido.. la atención y la comida son excelentes y un menú muy variado.“

“I stop here regularly on my lunch break, and the chicken and steak tacos are always wonderful! Everything is cooked fresh, and the service is fairly quick, which makes it a great option if you’re on a lunch break or in a time crunch.“

“Great food, great service. Loved their nacho trio and 3 taco combo. Great GFDF options available.“

“Oh!!!! Such great food. My hubby and I lived in Mexico and needed authentic tacos and salsa. Michael and his wife are amazing chefs!!! We had a trio of tacos plus fish tacos and the best hibiscus margarita EVER. You can find us at Comal every Tuesday. Yes, I eat the Salsa with a spoon. Yummy!!!!!!!“

“Great food , not too heavy“

“First time there we celebrated a birthday, and WOW, these folks made it memorable and fun!! Best time ever! This is not a typical Mexican restaurant. The menu is loaded with amazing food from numerous countries in S. America. Huge portions (food AND drink!) at reasonable prices and everything we tried was over-the-top delish! We've returned num times...our new favorite place to eat with consistently great food/drinks!“

“We hosted a birthday/Baptism at Bandito’s for our children and it was perfect! Excellent food, reasonable price, fun atmosphere, easy to book! Highly recommend!!!“

“Is the best Mexican food in Cincinnati? Definitely. In Ohio? Probably. In the US? Gotta be top 25. This place is truly a gem and I can’t say enough good things about it. Everything we had, which was a lot, was a 10/10.“

“Loved this place completely until today. I've been here probably 40-50 times in the last 2 years. It's always been pretty good and good service. Today I met a friend there for dinner and we got Ismaelas a server. He got mad at us because our drinks weren't right. All we did was ask for something different. He did not like that. We got our new drinks after about 10 minutes. We ordered our food and he even repeated back to us what we were ordering as he was writing it down. Once our food came mine had onions and pico. Neither of which I eat. We waited a few minutes for him to come back around and I told him about my issue. He looked mad that I did not want the onions on my food. Literal just gave me a dirty look.I told him to just take it back and I do not need a replacement. My friend did eat his tacos. He didn't come back over to our table for a while. My buddy ran out of his drink for maybe 15-20 minutes. We told the lady at the counter but she didn't seem to care. Hopefully someone does. I've brought a lot of people to this establishment and I myself have spent a ton of money there bringing my family of 5. Ive left good reviews and always spoke highly of this place. I've always bragged about how they have it figured out. Well, today has somewhat ruined it for me. Never once were we rude or out of line. I'm guessing Ismael was having a bad day. Maybe I'll come back later in the future, maybe not. That's sucks because I really like their food.“

“Extremely disappointed that you no longer have hour on the weekends. This is my favorite restaurant. Planned on coming for my birthday. I will rethink.“

“Update: I posted the below over a year ago. I'd just like to add that every time I get food here it's amazing.

Food is great. Bit expensive but I'd come here before going to Chipotle now.
Wish they had more topping options but it's a lot of food and very filling because of the rice. I got a bowl with steak and shrimp. Love the 1st customer coupon by purchasing online also.
Employees work fast and are very friendly.“

“Candor Mexican Grill was a small restaurant we decided to take a chance on, and we were glad we did. One of the first things we noticed was the more modern, clean decor. It had a different feel from many of the more traditional Mexican restaurants we have visited, and we liked the change.

The portions were generous without being overwhelming, and everything we ordered tasted good. In fact, both of us completely cleared our plates, which is usually a pretty good sign that we enjoyed ourselves.

The restaurant itself is on the smaller side, but it felt comfortable and inviting. Overall, it was a very good experience and a nice surprise from a place we really did not know much about before walking in. We would definitely consider coming back when we are in the area.“

“the food here is very amazing“

“Excellent service every time, food is always delicious.“

“I want to take a moment to give credit where credit is due and commend the staff on their awesome customer service at the Montgomery road location closest to Kenwood mall.
First and foremost, I was greeted by a gentleman named Kevin who had a smile on his face and was very helpful. He was patient with me as I downloaded the app while also tending to other customers coming in the door. He carried himself in a professional manner the whole time. He did great.
I also want to commend the young lady who was working the line. I didn't catch her name but she had my bowl done at the snap of a finger. It was a pleasant visit this evening.
Thank you.“

“This place was beyond amazing and offered sooooo many choices and delicious dishes! We can not wait to go back & try other plates of deliciousness! ☆☆☆☆☆“

“We went here for my husbands 34th birthday…The service was great fast and well mannered servers …Food was great hot and Tasty and prices are not that expensive…but I loved sitting on the patio able to see The sunset ….I recommend to anybody looking for good Mexican food..“

“We had a great experience here. The the food, atmosphere, and our server Giovanni had the drink presentation and the customer service was great. If your looking for a fun and lively restaurant this would be the one! Definitely recommend Cozumel!!“

“This is the best Mexican food in Cincy and NKY. Drinks are phenomenal too. I highly recommend it.“

“The margaritas are so good and reasonably priced. The verde sauce and cheese dip are highlights! The service is always great and the owner is so kind and personable.“

“The best!!! Such good service and drinks are cheap!!“

“Always good food, big portions and friendly service!“

“Some of the best pastor I've ever had. Seasoned well marinated well the stakes were seasoned well chicken with seasoned. The only thing that I can complain about is they didn't have flour tortillas. Y'all should get some flour tortillas though.“

“I love the vibe, the food, the service, the drinks🥰 I have been satisfied with every menu item I have tried❣️“

“Excellent food,service and price. Very friendly service! I will definitely go back again.“

“This is not a restaurant, this place is a destination. Mis amigos and I visited Mi Cozumel 4 times during a 1 week stay. Why you ask? The energy.

Visit 1: a normal lunch with friendly service.

Visit 2: We were served beer in huge terracotta mugs that were placed inside a smoking, metal VIP briefcase. Wild right? Imagine the show Deal or No Deal returned but instead of a model showing you a number in a box, a middle-aged man is serving you beer. These beers were the coldest beers known to man. Who needs a Yeti mug when you have Modelo at Mi Cozumel.

Visit 3: We celebrated a birthday. A live mariachi band dressed our guest of honor in a sombrero and played birthday music. I'm not even sure what songs they played, I just knew they gave him a shot and the whole restaurant clapped along to an offbeat street-like band. Muy bueno

Visit 4: One of the girls ordered a spicy Modelo beer flight. Little did we know the flight contained full sized Modelo cans dipped in a spicy tomato sauce, and topped with seafood. It didn't stop there. A bowl of steak decorated the platter and oysters bordered the outside. We're not sure if there was something in the seafood, but we ended the night with a 160lb lizard dragging a boombox, dancing, and crawling up a tree.

This all happened in the same week. None of my statements are false. This place is a vibe.“

“My wife and I have been coming hear for years and bringing our children with us. Couldn’t say enough good things about the restaurant, its staff, and the owners. Wonderful people and excellent food, will continue to come for many years.“

“My favorite Friday night Mexican! Good food and reasonable prices! They are also so so friendly and my kids love the staff! They are always so sweet to them!“

“we would eat at Don Rigos every night if we could there food is fantastic our favorite place.“

“Can't go wrong with tacos from Alberto.“

“Broke my Gomez cherry last nite after bloom and omg their turtle southwest chicken 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 even had left overs tonite after work and it was just as banging 🤏🏼🤏🏼🤏🏼🤏🏼🤏🏼🤏🏼🤏🏼 FOUND A NEW AFTER BLOOM SPOT AND ITS RITE NEXT DOOR 💋💋“

“Amazing Tacos😋 best in town“

“I love this restaurant!! The food is outstanding. My family and I have NEVER had a bad meal there. The waiters are fantastic and we are always shocked at how fast our food arrives. This is by far my favorite Mexican restaurant in Cincinnati!“