A Portage Road taqueria where birria, al pastor, cheese-crust specialties, handmade tortillas, salsas, and a student taco deal give Niagara Falls a focused Mexican stop.

Taco N Tequila is a Stanley Avenue Mexican spot built for tacos, shareable antojitos, tequila-and-mezcal drinks, and group meals near the Falls. Birria Cheese Tacos, TNT Asada Fries, Steak A La Diabla, and the 45oz Margarita carry the strongest reasons to order.

Taps Brewhouse is a Queen Street Niagara Falls brewpub where the house beer program, oversized pub-food anchors, weekday $6 beer features, weekend brunch, and long-running live-room history all work together. The strongest current orders are Hot Mess Poutine Box, Kick@$$ Burger, Cottage Pie, Beer Flight, Art Attack IPA, and the vegan wraps and poutines.

Frijoles Fresh Mex Burritos is a Niagara Falls counter-service spot for customizable burritos, bowls, tacos, taco bags, chips, guac, casual drinks, vegetarian and vegan paths, pickup, and delivery.