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REVIEW: Gringo’s Express lives up to high expectations

By Chris Pugh

November 7, 2023 4:00 AM

Sign at Gringo’s Express Chris Pugh/Mahoning Matters

After months of hearing “Go to Gringo’s” from a variety of people when I asked for food recommendations in the Mahoning Valley area, I followed through and went there.

I wasn’t disappointed. Gringo’s was great.

Where is Gringo’s?

Gringo’s has two locations in the Mahoning Valley, their original location in downtown Youngstown, 24 N. Phelps St., and a newly opened express location in Niles at 41 Vienna Ave.

I wanted to try the express version and was delighted at what I found.

I was quickly greeted by Aaron when I walked inside. Once he heard I was a new customer, he patiently explained the menu, which offered authentic Mexican favorites as well as pizza.