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El Canelo is a mexican food in Buffalo, NY.

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Brian Faber
Brian Faber -Google user
7 months ago
Great tasting food. Enjoyed my fajitas and chips for an afternoon lunch. Food was fresh and service was accurate. Clean and friendly atmosphere. Lots of parking available.
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Chips and Salsa, FajitasPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Kevin Dao
Kevin Dao -Google user
a year ago
We dined here on a slow Monday night. I came in with low expectations but was pleasantly surprised. The decor, food, and service were great. We ordered the quesadilla fundida which was a chicken quesadilla topped with chorizo and the burrito mexicano which was a beef...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Theresa Lysek
Theresa Lysek -Google user
Edited 2 years ago
Very friendly staff, large menu and great food. Would definitely try again.
Kyle Smith
Kyle Smith -Google user
2 years ago
The food is always excellent. They had a flight of margaritas as a special, it was really good.
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5
moustick2025
moustick2025 -Google user
3 years ago
The best margarita outside of Mexico and the food is purely mama Mexican food. Try the fajitas beef with spicy sausage your belly will thank you .
Davis Kim
Davis Kim -Google user
3 months ago
Went for lunch. Was yummy and reasonably priced. Fast and friendly service.
Atmosphere: 5
Melanie Hidy
Melanie Hidy -Google user
11 months ago
One of my favorite restaurants! I come here often with my family or friends and we consistently get amazing service and food! El Canelo serves the best Mexican food in the Southtowns by FAR and one of the best in the region. When I travel,...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Chips and Salsa, EnchiladaFree parking lot
Bill Caffery
Bill Caffery -Google user
4 months ago
Went for Cinco de Mayo, Obviously had a wait, which we expected, but they moved through folks efficiently without making anyone feel rushed. Food was bangin we usual. Love this place
Dinner$10–20Atmosphere: 4Moderate noiseIndoor dining area, Booth seating
Mai Nguyen
Mai Nguyen -Google user
2 years ago
Love coming here whenever we have a Mexican food craving. They have so many options with and without meat. Horchata is in a large cup and they give you a big container if it’s to-go. Salsa is super tasty with their bottomless chips. The service...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Chips and Salsa, Refried, Enchilada
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g -Google user
a year ago
I try to come here at least once a week. The food is always so consistently delicious and fresh and I really like the wait staff at this restaurant. The chicken fajitas with chorizo is my go-to order and the rice and beans that come...Read More
Dine inAtmosphere: 5
Christopher Lent
Christopher Lent -Google user
3 years ago
The fajitas here are top notch. And the ground beef tostada was equally as delicious. Authentic as well as on the cheaper side of dining out! Could be a wait as the place is both popular and small. But this food is worth the wait!!!
Ethan Z
Ethan Z -Google user
3 years ago
Great Restaurant! The entire menu is super large as in it was at least 3x the size of an average menu at a restaurant. It has all authentic Mexican items on it. You can get complimentary chips and salsa to eat while you wait for...Read More
misteke fomby
misteke fomby -Google user
4 months ago
Food was fantastic and serving portion more than generous. Had lunch with my friend and I ordered burrito( steak and chorizo). They did a great job and were attentive enough throughout our time there. They forgot a couple items we ordered hence why the 4/5...Read More
Lunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5No wait
Brian Lock
Brian Lock -Google user
5 days ago
Stopped for first time for lunch, had a burrito with sour cream was very good and a very nice waitress think her name Mariana. Very nice inside with nice decor, I'll be back
Atmosphere: 5
Bernadette Caffery
Bernadette Caffery -Google user
4 months ago
Extremely busy for Cinco de Mayo, 1hr delay for table - yet most everyone waited patiently (tells you how good the food is). Family ordered a variety of items - all excellent, delicious, & beyond generous-sized portions (most everyone left with take-home containers, so...Read More
Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Varies by time / dayIndoor dining area, Booth seatingPlenty of parkingFree parking lotVery kid-friendly, with plenty of smaller food options (lotsa kids, infant to teen, there for Cinco de Mayo dinner)Entrance area a bit tight, but still possible for smaller wheelchair access
Ph Mckinley
Ph Mckinley -Google user
3 months ago
Great food at a great price. Very friendly staff. Haven't had this good of Mexican food since I last lived in Texas.
Atmosphere: 5
Ms. B
Ms. B -Google user
a month ago
Came here on a whim after running some errands & cannot stop talking about how lovely it was!!! Generous portions, fresh flavorful food, & lovely ambiance!
$10–20Atmosphere: 5Chips and Salsa, Street TacosModerate noiseIndoor dining area
Anthony Zaccaria
Anthony Zaccaria -Google user
7 months ago
This place is something special, I was born in Arizona and go back frequently. This food is just as good if not better then the food out there. You can tell they take pride in what they do from the artwork to the food. This...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Danielle Huddle
Danielle Huddle -Google user
7 months ago
The absolute best Mexican food I have ever had!! So good. Been going to this restaurant for more than 15 years (including all old locations) and I have never been disappointed. Great prices. Great food. Great staff.
Dine inAtmosphere: 5
Iris Herrera
Iris Herrera -Google user
5 months ago
My first Cinco de Mayo celebration and going to the restaurant and I don't know he's name but he was great (giving shots)my family and redme had a great time, love it .
Atmosphere: 5

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