El Patron
El Patron is a Albany, NY taco spot in the Central Avenue area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.3★ rating across 922 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 Central Avenue, Albany
- •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.
- →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 El Patron serve?+
El Patron is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.
Where is El Patron located?+
El Patron is at 198 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206, USA, in the Central Avenue neighborhood of Albany, New York.
Is El Patron good?+
El Patron has a 4.3★ average across 922 Google reviews — highly rated by Albany taco standards.
How expensive is El Patron?+
El Patron sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Albany taquería.
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