Highest-rated Mexican restaurants in the Mahoning Valley, according to Tripadvisor
Mexican fare ranks second among Americans’ favorite global cuisines, according to Chef’s Pencil. Mexican flavors and ingredients have permeated all corners of American cuisine, infusing vibrant and varied tastes into Americans’ daily diet. But while tacos and enchiladas may seem commonplace in America now, that wasn’t always the case.
To be sure, Americans have been influenced by the flavors of our neighbor to the south for hundreds of years. But it wasn’t until refugees from southern and central Mexico brought their culinary traditions north to the U.S. during the Mexican Revolution that dishes like tacos found their way into the mainstream. An increasingly global culture (and a growing number of Mexican fast-food mainstays and high-end restaurants) have cemented Mexican food’s beloved role in U.S. cuisine. Which begs the question: Where does one go for the best Mexican food in Youngstown?
To find out, Stacker turned to Tripadvisor to compile a list of the highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Youngstown. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.
7. Los Gallos
Rating: 3.5 / 5 (96 reviews)
Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
Price: $$ - $$$
Address: 685 Boardman Canfield Rd, Boardman, Youngstown, OH 44512-4711
6. El Vallarta Mexican Restaurant
Rating: 4.0 / 5 (23 reviews)
Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
Price: $$ - $$$
Address: 1738 Boardman Poland Rd, Boardman OH, Boardman, Youngstown, OH 44512
5. El Cowboy Tex Mex Grill and Saloon
Rating: 4.5 / 5 (14 reviews)
Detailed ratings: not available
Price: $$ - $$$
Address: 1739 S Raccoon Rd, Austintown, Youngstown, OH 44515-4740- Read more on Tripadvisor
4. Senor Jalapeno
Rating: 4.5 / 5 (30 reviews)
Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
Price: $$ - $$$
Address: 4055 Belmont Ave, Youngstown, OH 44505-1031
3. Mi Ranchitos
Rating: 4.5 / 5 (34 reviews)
Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (5.0/5)
Price: $$ - $$$
Address: 322 W Liberty St, Hubbard, OH 44425-1766
2. Los Gallos
Rating: 4.5 / 5 (36 reviews)
Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
Price: $$ - $$$
Address: 9159 Market St, North Lima, Youngstown, OH 44452-8535
1. Tequila Jalisco
Rating: 4.5 / 5 (71 reviews)
Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
Price: $$ - $$$
Address: 538 E Main St, Canfield, Youngstown, OH 44406-1541
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This story was originally published March 18, 2023 at 5:00 AM.