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New York, United States Food Guide: 4 Latin food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Rensselaer
Reviews on Latin food in Rensselaer, New York, United States. Daniel J. Dwyer (Democrat)
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1. El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By maijr1119
We went here for lunch on a Friday. We were seated within 5 minutes. We both ordered the Paella and it was excellent. There are not many good Mexican restaurants in the Albany NY area, but this will be our place to go to for Mexican food.
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2. Salsa Latina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By napngs
We've come here at least monthly, our last visit was Friday November 30, 2018. Right in the heart of the "Little UN" strip on Central Ave, Albany, NY, roughly from Quail to Robin Sts. There are numerous ethnic restaurants on these blocks. So lots to choose from and lots of competition for the public's dollars. We have been here many times. And are never disappointed. They offer Tex-Mex fare, authentic Mexican dishes, and have added Peruvian cusine items such as cerviche and whole crispy red snapper. I've had the red snapper twice now and it is a unique treat. My wife enjoys the Tilapia Rancheros or steak fajitas. NOTE: if you're really hungry try the all you can eat $7 lunch & $12 dinner buffets on Mondays. Kids eat for $.99 on Sundays & Tuesdays, Margarita specials on Wednesdays. And futbol in Spanish is almost always on the bar TV. And modern Spanish language music is also played in the restaurant. Good selections of cuervas (beers) & tequilas, frozen, on-the-rocks, or shots. Many choices of tequila by quality and size of the margaritas. Also serve vinos (wines). Our opinion is that Salsa Latina consistently offers high quality food & drink at a great value. Our visit $87.96 for two entrees, three wines, two reposado ttequilas on the rocks, and tax. The two of us and two teen grandkids have had lunch here for under $50. Our server this evening wasMayela who was smiling and pleasant throughout a very busy evening. Keep up the fine cusine and service amigos. Muy Bueno and Gracias.
3. El Patron Mexican Grill & Cantina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By RandomTraveler76
After I saw their menu online, I had to visit. I'm vegetarian and they have some great looking vegetarian options.I got the three enchiladas: creamy spinach, cheese, and beans. The beans one wasn't spectacular, but I loved the other two. The cheese wasn't your typical cheese. So good. The rice was ok.Great chips and they give you a carafe full of salsa so you don't have to keep asking. I ate it all : \ But it was that good. I got tres leches which was only ok.Service was good and there was no wait and there was quick service on this Thursday evening around 6.Restaurant isn't terribly far from Washington Park so that you can walk off your dinner.
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4. Oaxaquena Triqui
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By FAMILYTRAVELER07
I recommend folks try this new, family-owned establishment. It is part grocery market and part restaurant. My husband and I stopped in for dinner and left happy, satisfied and wishing the server and cook much success. I ordered chicken enchilada with mole and my husband had a beef enchilada with a another type of sauce, both served with rice. Our food was terrific and the service warm and friendly. We both agreed that when we return we will try the huarache another guest was enjoying. The chef enthusiastically described tomorrow's main special, a type of risotto with pico de gallo and goat. This restaurant offers standard Mexican fare (burritos, tacos, etc.) in addition to a few new dishes I look forward to trying in the future.
