Mexican Restaurants in Frankfort

The flavors found in El Chico’s fajitas are a tasty testament to what the Mexican eatery does best: cultivating a menu that bustles with authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes. Fajitas provide a savory meal for two, with flour tortillas embracing veggies and chicken, beef, or a combination of the two with the gusto of a bear giving a bear hug. Meals arrive on a sizzling skillet touting succulent morsels alongside a cadre of colorful veggies, rice, frijoles rancheros, and a hearty dollop of pico de gallo and guacamole.

Los Antojitos scintillates taste buds with a menu packed with authentic Mexican fare. Dining duos can kick-start their feasts by sharing nibbles of six garnachas or the ceviche tostada. The burrito Aguascalientes and the enchilada plate appease patrons seeking tortilla-wrapped sustenance or temporary pillows for tired fingers. Paired maws can also engulf slivers of sizzling carne asada steak or savor the chile verde chicken, a classic south-of-the-border stew. Gulps of a freshly brewed tea, Mexico's popular Jarritos soft drink, and sangria work well to cleanse palates between bites or choruses in "Thunderstruck."

Every day at all of El Nopal’s locations, cooks whip up fresh batches of salsa, chips, and beans. The sauces and sides accent chicken or beef chimichangas, handmade tamales, and nachos smothered in cheese. All El Nopal locations offer complimentary chips and salsa with every meal, and some locations have outdoor seating areas. Performances by live bands at select locations serve as a pleasant distraction from meals, unlike a judge with highfalutin ideas about not eating in court.

Chefs at Sato's Zen Sushi & Sake strive to create entertaining cuisine. Their 26 varieties of specialty maki rolls—filled with ingredients such as fried soft crab, barbecue eel, and spicy salmon—bear whimsical names, such as Pink Floyd or the Flying Sea Monster. Covered in blazing Devil's Blood Sauce, the 6 Feet Under roll adds an element of competition to meals; patrons who successfully consume the extra-hot concoction get their roll for free.

Sato's chefs also surprise palates with fusion-style dishes such as the Jalapeño O-toro, which pairs sliced, fresh tuna belly with jalapeño and cilantro. The two-person zen fondue melds tempura-fried seafood and gooey melted cheese, hearkening back to the days when Japan and Sweden were connected by a naturally occurring cruise-line buffet. Myriad styles of sake, including peach and plum, accent the food.

The culinary crew at El Campesino grills up delectable Mexican favorites to create an extensive menu that caters to meat eaters and vegetarians alike. El Burro Grande’s oversized flour tortilla cradles grilled beef or chicken, heaps of onions and bell peppers, and drizzles of sour cream and enchilada sauce ($10.25). Not since Meat the Beatles has a medley of protein performed as well as the steak, chicken, and shrimp showcased in the combo fajitas ($15), and the quesadilla a la Mexicana ($10.99) sings with layers of cheese, chorizo, and chicken. Meat-freers rejoice upon tasting selections from the vegetarian menu, such as the chilis poblanos stuffed with mexican cheese and deep-fried in egg batter ($8.50), and carnivores sink all four rows of canines into the tacos de carnitas, three flour tortillas filled with morsels of pork and served alongside accouterments of rice, beans, and tomatillo sauce ($9.99).

Chef Ramiro Gandaras literally attached his name to Ramiro’s Cantina, and he figuratively posts his family recipes all over the walls of his restaurant's kitchen. Referencing these recipes, his team dishes up a string of Mexican cuisine staples, such as burritos, tacos, and quesadillas, alongside a few Tex-Mex hybrids, such as guacamole burgers, enchilada casseroles, and homemade chili. In the cantina—which is Spanish for “proof that gravity exists”—bartenders pour tequila into margaritas and draft beer into tall glasses.

An array of picnic tables graces the outdoor patio at Lolita's Tacos Inc., allowing patrons to soak in fresh air over plates of tacos, taquitos, and tamales crafted from fresh ingredients. Inside, wall-hung sombreros and casual booths provide a quiet setting for patrons to argue the merits of Lolita's 14 different specialty burritos. Large portion sizes cater to big appetites and small T. rexes, and a small array of American fare, including nacho-cheese fries and corn dogs, complements pairings of flavored ice, soft drinks, and beer.