Owensboro, Kentucky
Updated October 2026 · 9 places · Owensboro
Quick answer
Our top picks are Papa Grande Mexican Restaurant, Don Mario and Mi Ranchito.
These Owensboro options range from full-service Mexican restaurants to taquerias and quick-service Tex-Mex. Addresses and current-operation details are checked against business pages or current listings; descriptions summarize review or local-coverage comments. I’ve left out listings for which I couldn’t confirm a current Owensboro location and useful source information.
$$ · 544 Southtown Blvd, Owensboro, KY 42303
Papa Grande is a full-service Mexican restaurant in Owensboro. Reviewers describe it as an affordable favorite and mention its service positively.
Best for: full-service Mexican
$$ · 122 W 2nd St, Suite A, Owensboro, KY 42303
Don Mario serves Mexican food at a small, family-run restaurant with an outdoor patio. Reviewers mention generous portions, friendly service and lime margaritas.
Best for: taqueria-style dining
$ · 1146 Carter Rd, Owensboro, KY 42301
Mi Ranchito is a casual Mexican restaurant. Reviewers praise its generous portions and friendly service, and single out the Burrito Loco in particular.
Best for: Mexican food
$$ · 3600 Frederica St, Suite K, Owensboro, KY 42301
El Tucan del Cielo is a Mexican restaurant at its listed Frederica Street location. Reviewers mention fresh chips, guacamole, salsa and queso, along with fish tacos.
Best for: Mexican restaurant
$$ · 4820 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY 42301
Real Hacienda is a full-service Mexican restaurant. Reviews call out the salsa and chips, while diners also mention fajitas and a lively atmosphere.
Best for: family meals
$$ · 2945 Wimsatt Ct, Owensboro, KY 42303
El Bracero serves Mexican food in a sit-down restaurant setting. Reviewers mention beef nachos, generous portions and attentive service, though some have reported slow service.
Best for: Tex-Mex
$$ · 611 Emory Dr, Owensboro, KY 42301
Ernesto’s is a Mexican bar and grill at Emory Drive. Local listings describe a broad menu of traditional Mexican dishes and a lively dining atmosphere.
Best for: Mexican bar and grill
$$ · 2065 E Parrish Ave, Suite 100, Owensboro, KY 42303
Best for: Mexican bar and grill
$ · 3500 Villa Point, Owensboro, KY 42303
Salsarita’s is a quick-service Mexican restaurant where customers choose ingredients for tacos, burritos, bowls, nachos and quesadillas. Visit Owensboro describes it as a casual restaurant serving those Mexican foods.
Best for: quick service
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