The only thing better than an exceptional taco is a taco trail that leads to multiple exceptional tacos. (Wouldn’t you agree?)
Here in Ohio, we have several Mexican restaurants that serve up some seriously mouthwatering, authentic tacos that chain restaurants just can’t deliver. The following road trip features some of the absolute best tacos in Ohio. If you’re a taco lover, this a trip you’ll definitely want to take. Check it out:
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The total trip clocks in at just a little more than 5 and a half hours. For directions and exact addresses, you can view the Google Map of the trip here.
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- Mazunte (Cincinnati)
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Anna S./Yelp You can never go wrong with Mazunte. This popular Mexican eatery features amazing enchiladas, tacos and much more. (We recommend the fish and soft corn tacos here.) It is located at 5207 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45227.
- Taqueria Mixteca (Dayton)
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Dan O./Yelp There are exceptional chorizo and steak tacos at Taqueria Mixteca. It serves authentic Mexican cuisine, with seemingly endless taco options—all of which are truly delicious. (Pictured are the Mini Tacos with fried pork, grilled chicken, grilled steak and onions.) You’ll find it at 1609 E 3rd St., Dayton, OH 45403.
- Guerra’s Krazy Taco (Springfield)
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Felix G./Yelp With a great selection of craft beers and a wide variety of signature taco creations, this taco joint is a hidden gem you don’t want to miss. (Pictured are the Asian Ginger Chicken Tacos.) Guerra’s Krazy Taco is located at 229 N Belmont Ave., Springfield, OH 45503.
- Mi Cerrito (Delaware)
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Keith S./Yelp Three words: Chicken Chipotle Tacos. Get the Chicken Chipotle Tacos and get ready for an unforgettable taco experience. Visit Mi Cerrito at 19 E Winter St., Delaware, OH 43015.
- Condado (Columbus)
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Abagail T./Yelp Create your own tacos and pair them with a Prickly Pear Margarita for a truly epic taco experience at Condado, which is located at 1227 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. (You can thank us later.)
- Casa Nueva Restaurant & Cantina (Athens)
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Casa Nueva Restaurant & Cantina/Facebook Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this beloved Athens eatery features the area’s best Mexican cuisine, made with fresh, local ingredients. (On the weekends, business really picks up, so expect a wait. If the wait is too long for you, we suggest grabbing a seat on the bodega side.) The tacos come piled high at Casa Nueva, which is located at 6 W State St., Athens, OH 45701.
- Casa Del Taco (Chillicothe)
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jimrolfesjr/Flickr Forget pseudo taco meat and fast food chains. Chillicothe’s “Home of the Taco” is fresh, inexpensive and soon to be the “home of your heart.” (Tip: Ask for a side of the handmade avocado dressing.) Casa Del Taco is located at 1055 N Bridge St., Chillicothe, OH 45601.
What do you think? Would you take this trip to some of the best tacos in Ohio? Share your thoughts with us!
Kaley C./Yelp
Anna S./Yelp
You can never go wrong with Mazunte. This popular Mexican eatery features amazing enchiladas, tacos and much more. (We recommend the fish and soft corn tacos here.) It is located at 5207 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45227.
Sandra F./Yelp
Dan O./Yelp
There are exceptional chorizo and steak tacos at Taqueria Mixteca. It serves authentic Mexican cuisine, with seemingly endless taco options—all of which are truly delicious. (Pictured are the Mini Tacos with fried pork, grilled chicken, grilled steak and onions.) You’ll find it at 1609 E 3rd St., Dayton, OH 45403.
Jordan B/Yelp
Felix G./Yelp
With a great selection of craft beers and a wide variety of signature taco creations, this taco joint is a hidden gem you don’t want to miss. (Pictured are the Asian Ginger Chicken Tacos.) Guerra’s Krazy Taco is located at 229 N Belmont Ave., Springfield, OH 45503.
Heidi L./Yelp
Keith S./Yelp
Three words: Chicken Chipotle Tacos. Get the Chicken Chipotle Tacos and get ready for an unforgettable taco experience. Visit Mi Cerrito at 19 E Winter St., Delaware, OH 43015.
Liz L./Yelp
Abagail T./Yelp
Create your own tacos and pair them with a Prickly Pear Margarita for a truly epic taco experience at Condado, which is located at 1227 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. (You can thank us later.)
Casa Nueva Restaurant & Cantina/Facebook
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this beloved Athens eatery features the area’s best Mexican cuisine, made with fresh, local ingredients. (On the weekends, business really picks up, so expect a wait. If the wait is too long for you, we suggest grabbing a seat on the bodega side.) The tacos come piled high at Casa Nueva, which is located at 6 W State St., Athens, OH 45701.
Casa Del Taco/Facebook
jimrolfesjr/Flickr
Forget pseudo taco meat and fast food chains. Chillicothe’s “Home of the Taco” is fresh, inexpensive and soon to be the “home of your heart.” (Tip: Ask for a side of the handmade avocado dressing.) Casa Del Taco is located at 1055 N Bridge St., Chillicothe, OH 45601.
For more delicious food trails in Ohio, check out our previous article: This Mouthwatering Ice Cream Trail In Ohio Is All You’ve Ever Dreamed Of And More.
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Address: 5207 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45227, USAAddress: 1609 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45403, USAAddress: 229 N Belmont Ave, Springfield, OH 45503, USAAddress: 19 E Winter St, Delaware, OH 43015, USAAddress: 1227 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201, USAAddress: 6 W State St, Athens, OH 45701, USAAddress: 1055 N Bridge St, Chillicothe, OH 45601, USA
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Best Tacos in Ohio February 15, 2020 April Dray What are the best Mexican restaurants in Ohio that aren’t on this trail? Some of the best Mexican restaurants in Ohio are hiding in strip malls or in unsuspecting buildings, such as Los Guachos Taqueria in Columbus and Oler’s Bar and Grill in Findlay. (For a list of some of the best hole-in-the-wall Mexican restaurants in Ohio, check out our previous article: It’s Easy To See Why These 9 Hole-In-The-Wall Mexican Restaurants Are Ohio Favorites.) Some of the best taco restaurants in Ohio feature all-you-can-eat Mexican buffets and build-your-own tacos, such as Cocina De Carlos in Perrysburg, Ohio. If you’re looking for a more upscale Mexican food option with a unique twist, you can’t go wrong with Momocho in Cleveland. Where can I find the best margaritas in Ohio? Fortunately, there are several Mexican restaurants in Ohio with exceptional margaritas. One of the best places to indulge in both delicious tacos and tasty margaritas is at The Short North in Columbus. Centrally located in the middle of the Buckeye State, it’s the perfect place to take a short road trip to. It features several different Mexican restaurants with a wide variety of margarita options. For more information about this unique area of Ohio’s culinary scene, check out our previous article: Drink Your Way Through Ohio On The Margarita Marathon. Are there any other food trails in Ohio I should take? Good news: If you’re looking for a food trail in Ohio to follow on a rainy day, you have plenty of options—both official and unofficial. We’ve mapped out several of our own food trails that feature some of our favorite local shops and restaurants in Ohio. Be sure to check out our burger trail, ice cream trail and cheese trail for some scrumptious meals and treats. There are also multiple official food trails in Ohio, such as The Butler County Donut Trail, where you can download a passport, track your progress and receive a free t-shirt for your tasting efforts.
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Best Tacos in Ohio
February 15, 2020
April Dray
What are the best Mexican restaurants in Ohio that aren’t on this trail? Some of the best Mexican restaurants in Ohio are hiding in strip malls or in unsuspecting buildings, such as Los Guachos Taqueria in Columbus and Oler’s Bar and Grill in Findlay. (For a list of some of the best hole-in-the-wall Mexican restaurants in Ohio, check out our previous article: It’s Easy To See Why These 9 Hole-In-The-Wall Mexican Restaurants Are Ohio Favorites.) Some of the best taco restaurants in Ohio feature all-you-can-eat Mexican buffets and build-your-own tacos, such as Cocina De Carlos in Perrysburg, Ohio. If you’re looking for a more upscale Mexican food option with a unique twist, you can’t go wrong with Momocho in Cleveland. Where can I find the best margaritas in Ohio? Fortunately, there are several Mexican restaurants in Ohio with exceptional margaritas. One of the best places to indulge in both delicious tacos and tasty margaritas is at The Short North in Columbus. Centrally located in the middle of the Buckeye State, it’s the perfect place to take a short road trip to. It features several different Mexican restaurants with a wide variety of margarita options. For more information about this unique area of Ohio’s culinary scene, check out our previous article: Drink Your Way Through Ohio On The Margarita Marathon. Are there any other food trails in Ohio I should take? Good news: If you’re looking for a food trail in Ohio to follow on a rainy day, you have plenty of options—both official and unofficial. We’ve mapped out several of our own food trails that feature some of our favorite local shops and restaurants in Ohio. Be sure to check out our burger trail, ice cream trail and cheese trail for some scrumptious meals and treats. There are also multiple official food trails in Ohio, such as The Butler County Donut Trail, where you can download a passport, track your progress and receive a free t-shirt for your tasting efforts.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Some of the best Mexican restaurants in Ohio are hiding in strip malls or in unsuspecting buildings, such as Los Guachos Taqueria in Columbus and Oler’s Bar and Grill in Findlay. (For a list of some of the best hole-in-the-wall Mexican restaurants in Ohio, check out our previous article: It’s Easy To See Why These 9 Hole-In-The-Wall Mexican Restaurants Are Ohio Favorites.) Some of the best taco restaurants in Ohio feature all-you-can-eat Mexican buffets and build-your-own tacos, such as Cocina De Carlos in Perrysburg, Ohio. If you’re looking for a more upscale Mexican food option with a unique twist, you can’t go wrong with Momocho in Cleveland.
Where can I find the best margaritas in Ohio?
Fortunately, there are several Mexican restaurants in Ohio with exceptional margaritas. One of the best places to indulge in both delicious tacos and tasty margaritas is at The Short North in Columbus. Centrally located in the middle of the Buckeye State, it’s the perfect place to take a short road trip to. It features several different Mexican restaurants with a wide variety of margarita options. For more information about this unique area of Ohio’s culinary scene, check out our previous article: Drink Your Way Through Ohio On The Margarita Marathon.
Are there any other food trails in Ohio I should take?
Good news: If you’re looking for a food trail in Ohio to follow on a rainy day, you have plenty of options—both official and unofficial. We’ve mapped out several of our own food trails that feature some of our favorite local shops and restaurants in Ohio. Be sure to check out our burger trail, ice cream trail and cheese trail for some scrumptious meals and treats. There are also multiple official food trails in Ohio, such as The Butler County Donut Trail, where you can download a passport, track your progress and receive a free t-shirt for your tasting efforts.
