El Kapitan
El Kapitan is a Rochester, NY taco spot known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.8★ rating across 94 Google reviews.
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Why people love this place
- •Highly rated by locals
- •Reasonable mid-range pricing
- •Good for casual tacos
- •Located in Rochester, NY
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.
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Frequently asked
What kind of tacos does El Kapitan serve?+
El Kapitan is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.
Where is El Kapitan located?+
El Kapitan is at 695 Park Ave, Rochester, NY 14607, USA in Rochester, New York.
Is El Kapitan good?+
El Kapitan has a 4.8★ average across 94 Google reviews — loved by locals by Rochester taco standards.
How expensive is El Kapitan?+
El Kapitan sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Rochester taquería.
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