Taqueria El Paisano

72 Congress Street Troy, NY 12180

(518) 203-6080

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Bacon, two mini pizzas with toppings, cilantro, diced onions, and cheese.
Tacos with grilled meat on corn tortillas placed on parchment paper.
Tortilla topped with shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, cheese, and drizzled with white sauce, served on a white plate.
Close-up of crispy fried tacos filled with meat and cheese.

Welcome to Taqueria El Paisano, bringing the bold, authentic flavors of Mexico right here to Troy, NY! From sizzling street tacos and hearty burritos to homemade salsas and sweet traditional treats, we’ve got something to satisfy every craving. At El Paisano, everything is made with love and tradition — you’re not just enjoying a meal, you’re getting a true taste of Mexico.

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Simplified white line drawing of a taco with lettuce, cheese, and meat on a black background
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Aluminum tray with Mexican tacos, grilled peppers, lime wedge, and radish slices.

Our Menu

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We’re all about bold, authentic Mexican flavors made with love and tradition. Every bite feels like home. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick lunch, picking up your favorite dish to go, or gathering the family for a feast, we’ve got something delicious for everyone.

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Two tortillas on metal plates, one with some sauce, and a skillet with cooked ground beef, on a stovetop.
Close-up of fried quail with crispy, golden-brown skin, served with a side of sliced radishes and a cucumber.
Close-up of two mini pizzas with chopped onions and cilantro, one with red sauce and the other with green sauce, served with a side of cooked ribs.
Close-up of chopped mixed vegetables, including green leafy herbs, red and yellow diced peppers, and chopped onion.
Two tortillas on a round metal griddle, cooked to a golden brown, with a pan of cooked ground meat on a stove in the background.
Three street-style beef tacos with chopped beef on corn tortillas, served on white paper with a dark background.
Aluminum tray containing tacos with beef, lettuce, and cilantro, served with lime, radish slices, pickled jalapeños, and a small container of sauce.
Shelf with bottles of Jarritos pineapple soda and cans of Jump mango nectar.
Six packages of La Escondida corn tortillas in plastic wrapping inside a cardboard box.
Two packages of Goya Masarica instant corn masa flour on store shelf.
Close-up of shredded cooked beef with sauce.
A plate with a toasted tortilla topped with shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, shredded cheese, a drizzle of white sauce, and sour cream.
A dish of chicken cooked in a tomato-based sauce with onion pieces and a bay leaf garnished with a whole bay leaf.
A plate of mashed potatoes with a lemon slice, a bowl of spicy stew with chicken and vegetables, and a clear plastic cup with a dark red condiment or jelly on a wooden table.
Sub sandwich with lettuce, black beans, scrambled eggs, and sauce in a toasted bun, wrapped in foil.
Aluminum tray holding two beef tacos with chopped onions and cilantro, with three small containers of green salsa, red salsa, and orange sauce on a wooden table.

Reviews

  • "The best TACOS in town ! Delicious sopes , tortas , tamales, fresh homemade tortillas !!!! The best Mexican food in the area !!!"

    - Maribel C. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

  • "Very, very delicious. Everything, including the corn tortillas, is handmade and freshly made, and is excellent quality. The cooks are very friendly. My favorites are the chorizo, campechano, and tongue tacos. 100% recommended."

    - Sherlyn S. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

  • "The food is delicious, with authentic Mexican flavor. It's worth the wait. The dine-in area is designed for 5 people. If you're a larger group, we recommend ordering takeout."

    - Jazmin G. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

  • "This place has a great vibe...the customer service is excellent, I highly recommend it. The sandwiches are delicious...my favorites are the chorizo ​​and egg ones..."

    - Jose R. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

  • "Amazing food, wonderful experience. 5/5 all around!!!

    - Luke S. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

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