American & Mexican Diner
American & Mexican Diner is a Hartford, CT taco spot in the Behind the Rocks area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.8★ rating across 501 Google reviews.
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Why people love this place
- •Highly rated by locals
- •Affordable, everyday pricing
- •Good for casual tacos
- •Located in Behind the Rocks, Hartford
- •Strong Google review volume
Order like a local
- →Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
- →Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.
- →Cash often moves the line faster at casual taquerías like this.
- →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.
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Frequently asked
What kind of tacos does American & Mexican Diner serve?+
American & Mexican Diner is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.
Where is American & Mexican Diner located?+
American & Mexican Diner is at 243 Zion St, Hartford, CT 06106, USA, in the Behind the Rocks neighborhood of Hartford, Connecticut.
Is American & Mexican Diner good?+
American & Mexican Diner has a 4.8★ average across 501 Google reviews — loved by locals by Hartford taco standards.
How expensive is American & Mexican Diner?+
American & Mexican Diner sits at $ (cheap eats) — typical for a Hartford taquería.
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