El Mariachi Restaurant

289 Hamilton St #291, Albany - 12210
386 reviews
Mexican
(518) 432-7580

So glad we found this place! Location is a little tricky if you're coming down South Swan Street, but there's a side street just before the underpass that lets you circle the block to find parking.Good food served in hearty portions, well-seasoned and full of flavor. My only regret was that I couldn't get all the desserts! Their flan is smooth and creamy without being overpoweringly sweet.The patio is a great place to sit and enjoy your food if the weather is good. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Service was fast, though we were there fairly late at night and it wasn't crowded.Will definitely be coming back!

Nice restaurant, love the outdoor terrace. I had tamales which were very good and the margaritas were delicious, too. Chips and salsa was brought out first thing and the salsa was excellent. The staff is very nice. Beware of the climb up up up the stairs to the bathroom! Don't wait until the last minute to dash to the bathroom--that ain't happening. Parking can be an issue so be sure to carpool, etc.

Ugh. Really lousy food! I'm not a particularly fussy patron but this was just poor food. My wife ordered the fish tacos. She said they were bland and gloppy. I ordered the chicken fajitas. Worst I've ever had. Chicken was dried out, luke-warm, tough to chew, and the onions and peppers were over-cooked glop! So disappointed because of all the good reviews. The only positive was the service was polite and prompt. Perhaps they cooked the food days before and then tried to reconstitute it! We're not going back! Good luck if you try it.

Yummiest Mexican food in town! Came here on a recommendation from a friend and wasn’t disappointed. The service was great, the staff was very friendly and polite. And the food gets a chef’s kiss. Had chicken quesadilla and it was heavenly. Will be back for sure.

Voted capital region best Mexican restaurant for a good reason and I agree After visiting about fifteen Mexican restaurants in the area I will say they are the best ?..

The Staff and Food are equally phenomenal. Authentic and delicious. The atmosphere is welcoming and it's very well decorated. I can't wait to go back.

Took my wife to dinner for her birthday. I ordered the Bistec Ranchero ($26.95). It’s a 12oz steak covered with tomatoes, onions, and poblano peppers (sounded great). Ordered it medium. When it came to me, it was not cooked. Deep blood red. I almost never, ever send things back. I showed the waitress and she said, “oh, that’s not even cooked.” She took it away… They brought the same steak back to me. Only now the sauce charred and the steak tasted very burnt. It was awful. Now, this was my wife’s birthday dinner. I did not want to make it a “thing”. The waitress checked in. She said…”it’s not right is it?”****They charged me. It was awful. Think twice before going…

I tried a few Mexicans restaurants around the area and was not a fan of none until I found this place. If you want true genuine Mexican food, this is the place. I ordered Enchiladas and it came with rice and beans and everything tasted amazing. I only gave this place 4 stars because it is overly priced but other than that, I would definitely return.

Wide variety in the menu, from tacos to paella. Reliable menu, good drink menu. Sometimes too loud.

Always loved their food but a sign on their door saying they are closed without any notice on their fb page or a call directly to me since I had reservations for tonight is completely unprofessional and shows they don’t care about their customers. I totally emphasize with the restaurant industry during this difficult time, but there is no excuse for not letting people with reservations know