You’d Never Know Some Of The Best Mexican Food In New York Is Hiding In A Rural Area
Editor’s Note: Since the publication of this article, El Rincon Mexicano has permanently closed.
It’s no secret that many of our larger cities in New York have great restaurants. New York City, Buffalo, Albany, Rochester: all are top foodie destinations in one way or another. Therefore, you maybe wouldn’t expect some of the best Mexican food in New York to be hiding in… Sodus? This rural village is small: the population is under 2,000. It’s home to El Rincon Mexicano, a hidden gem restaurant in New York that doesn’t look like much, but serves up delicious, fresh food. The food here is every bit as good as that you’d find in larger towns.
The location is about 45 minutes east of Rochester. It was first opened in 1991 to serve migrant workers in the area who were missing home. Today, it's still owned by the same family that originally opened it.
While some of the dishes have been slightly Americanized, overall, most of the food is quite authentic. This is undoubtedly one of the best Mexican restaurants in New York.
There can sometimes be a little bit of a wait, but that's simply because everything is made fresh to order. Trust us, it's definitely worth having to hold out for!
The fresh salsa is incredible, and if you prefer guacamole, theirs is rich and tasty.
The portions are huge. Everything is so delicious that it might be difficult to rein in your appetite, but many dishes here are large enough to bring home some leftovers.
It's a bit of a hike to get here from the areas you'd typically expect to find great restaurants in New York. This rural spot so delicious and a great option for anyone looking for flavor in an unexpected location!
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