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    El Rancho

    4.7 (19 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Enchiladas del Rancho
    Erin D.

    Amazing new spot!! Authentic Oaxacan cuisine in Albany. Grilled entrees are especially good. Full bar, and great specialty cocktails. Owners also own and run Viva Cinco de Mayo on Madison Avenue - another Albany gem

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    Arlene G.

    I honestly just went in for a couple of beers and wasn't too hungry. Look how cute this little snack is! The chips are home made and delicious. The staff is so pleasant. I'm going back when I'm more hungry!

    Patti D.

    I went last night for dinner with friends. Services was good, the food was good as well. When I asked for my check there was a $28 charge for two Johnny walker black. When I questioned the charge I was told that's how they charge for liquor. We did get two shots of jack fire~ it quickly changed my opinion of El Rancho

    Enchilada tacos, black beans and rice

    We were in Albany two nights. We wanted a good Mexican restaurant and there appeared to be several good ones nearby. We liked the extensive menu and decided to go. Complementary chips and salsa were warm and fresh. Excellent. My wife ordered the Birria, essentially delicious beef tacos and loaded with meat. I had the regular tacos with enchiladas (spicy pork). As good as any tacos I've had in the Eastern US. Both entrees came with black beans and rice, hot and seasoned. Our drinks were also great. Service by Jeeny was attentive but not obtrusive. It's a large room with a few beautiful murals/paintings on the walls. So good we went back the very next night. I had the exact same tacos, just as good a night later. My wife had the alambre and it was a very generous portion. Really great restaurant. Our server, Nancy, explained the one painting on the wall of seven Mexican women. We'll absolutely return the next time we're in Albany.

    Mango front, peach in the back
    Cindy R.

    Our lunch was excellent today. This is my second time for lunch here and I was not disappointed. I brought a friend. It was her first time and she really enjoyed it. The plates are always presented so nicely. The food was hot and tasted fresh. We will definitely come back.

    Potato Flautas
    Deb G.

    Second time having dinner at El Rancho. We love it! Food is fantastic, service is outstanding! The staff is very friendly and attentive. Prices are reasonable for the large portion sizes, my enchiladas were delicious, just the right level of heat for me, a nice kick of heat but the layers of flavor still came through. My child had the potato flautas, very mild, but deliciously satisfying. I had the tamarindo to drink - it's wonderfully refreshing. We were too full to even consider dessert- oh well, next time. There is no kids menu but there are plenty of kid friendly options on their menu. ** I highly recommend this restaurant!

    Lots of fun!!

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    Great food, authentic menu delicious. Huge margaritas. Great service quick. Cool authentic Mexican ambiance we will be back

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    The best mole I ever had. The fact the building looks like a Swiss chalet gives it more charm. Good portions and prices.

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    El Patron Mexican Grill & Cantina - Tres Leches (strawberry)

    El Patron Mexican Grill & Cantina

    3.8(206 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    One of the best authentic Mexican restaurants in the capitol region. The food was flavorful, spicy,…read moreand delicious in all the right ways. Upon arrival you'll receive complimentary chips and salsa. It was fresh as the chips were warm and I could taste the fresh ingredients in the salsa. We ordered the carne asada and the Baja tacos (and the enchiladas verdes to go based on hot good the food was). The carne asada was fantastic, and it came with rice, beans, and tortillas. The Baja tacos were delicious and came with a super spicy sauce (they did have a lot of onions which was my only drawback). We ended the night with a special strawberry tres leches for Valentine's Day. It's not something I would have typically ordered but I do love tres leches and this did not disappoint - it was amazing. All in all excellent food you'll be glad you came for the food! A few other notes- the inside of the restaurant is pretty and draws on what I've seen in other Mexican restaurants. Staff were so friendly and had the perfect balance of checking in with us to letting us eat our meal. There is a small bar area that is separate from the dining area. Street parking only but there seemed to be plenty of spots. However, I would try to park as close as possible to the restaurant as the neighborhood itself didn't seem like the greatest. We had no issues during our experience but just something to consider. Overall I really liked this place and will definitely return!

    Awesome food, service, and ambiance. Will def be back. Got the vegetarian chimichanga and a big…read moremargarita

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    Sizzling fajitas chicken and shrimp

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    Taqueria Tren Maya

    4.4(47 reviews)
    6.1 mi

    This is authentic as it gets. We came on a Saturday afternoon, ordered at the counter and waited…read morefor our food to be delivered to our table. There was a consistent steady flow of customers, eating in and picking up orders to go. On this frigid day I think that is a testament to the quality of the establishment. The decor inside is delightful, they have potted plants hanging from the ceiling with vines sprawling out, growing along strategically placed lines across the ceiling. Several playful piñatas are strewn about. It was a quiet, calm atmosphere. Even with the grills and ovens clearly cranking the dining room was chilled. Handmade signs are everywhere most in Spanish, with some English translations underneath. Laminated menus are also available. We waited what I thought was an appropriate time for our food, the items were brought out at separate times. One item completely forgotten, so we took it to-go. Fine though we were stuffed with what we had. We had ordered one steak and one shrimp taco (3 of each came out) definitely a miscommunication but sour cream on the side was noted and came on the side. We also enjoyed chips with a spicy green salsa, along with a voluptuous chicken quesadilla.

    greatt local spot for Mexican food. You can really tell everything is made with care and pride --…read morethe flavors are authentic, fresh, and full of comfort. Every bite tasted homemade, not rushed or generic like big chains. The food was authentic,delicious, portions were huge, and the quality really stood out. On top of that, the people were kind, welcoming, and clearly passionate about what they do, which makes the experience even better. If you're looking to support a small business and enjoy amazing Mexican food, this place is definitely worth checking out. I'll absolutely be back. i could not take pictures due to me diving in the food as soon as it was ready . i recommend eating theere while food is hot

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    Taqueria Tren Maya - Inside the beef tamale.

    Inside the beef tamale.

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    Reading the window menu from inside.

    TORO Cantina - Chicken tortilla soup

    TORO Cantina

    3.7(265 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$$

    Recently tore my ACL but wanted some Mexican food and this is our favorite place. Showed up with…read morecrutches and the hostess went out of her way to ensure we got a booth so I could elevate my leg. Incredibly kind and thoughtful of her, because we didn't even ask, she was kind enough to do this on her own. I always love the tacos, but they recently changed from blue corn tortillas, which were my favorite, to a different type, and they don't hold together as well (the entire taco falls apart). I shared this with our server (actually picked one up while she was standing at our table and she watched it fall apart in my hand)--and she responded with kindness, saying she would inform the kitchen, and I believed her. This place has great food and great drinks and we really love it. Plus it's part of the Prime family so you can get points for eating here and at their other restaurants. Five stars for treating me so well when I was injured!

    Came for Valentine's Day and had a lovely meal. The place was definitely busy given the holiday but…read morestaff were still very attentive and the food was great. Tried a few of the specialties for the holiday but the stars for us were the margaritas. Just a perfectly mixed cocktail that we could not rave more about. More of an upscale Mexican restaurant with some spins on traditional favorites. We will definitely be coming back for a regular date night or even their extensive brunch selections!

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    TORO Cantina - Chicken Tiga bowl

    Chicken Tiga bowl

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    The revolution mocktail

    El Rancho - mexican - Updated May 2026

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