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Discover Downtown Gloversville

  • Jennifer Donovan
  • Aug 24
  • 2 min read

A Warm Welcome to El Mezcal Taqueria & Bar in Downtown Gloversville



El Mezcal Taqueria & Bar, 97 S. Main St.
El Mezcal Taqueria & Bar, 97 S. Main St.

Downtown Gloversville has a new flavor—and it’s one that locals are already raving about. El Mezcal Taqueria & Bar officially opened its doors at 97 S. Main Street (in the former Rocky’s building) and brought with it the vibrant tastes of authentic Mexican cuisine, warm hospitality, and a lively new dining spot for the community.


Community Buzz: A Five-Star Start

El Mezcal opened August 12, and it didn’t take long for word to spread. Local friends are already singing praises:


  • “Highly recommend El Mezcal Taqueria & Bar—everything was amazing!”

  • “What a pleasant surprise to have a new restaurant in downtown Gloversville that not only had wonderful service but absolutely amazing food. Strongly suggest the quesabirria, by the way!”

  • “Ordered the shrimp tostada and a side of rice today, and it was excellent! Everything had really good flavor, the rice was cooked nicely and not dry. I will definitely be back again.”


It’s clear that El Mezcal is quickly winning over hearts (and stomachs) in Gloversville.

Sopes with fresh ingredients
Sopes with fresh ingredients

Meet the Owners

Behind the new eatery are Maria and Ray Sosa Martinez, who come to Gloversville from Schenectady. Their passion for authentic flavors and warm, welcoming service is evident in every dish and detail. Community members are already wishing them the best of luck in this exciting new venture.


What’s on the Menu?

El Mezcal’s menu is packed with authentic Mexican favorites that include:


  • Tacos & More: quesabirria, birria tacos, burritos, flautas, tostadas, sopes

  • Traditional Plates: fajitas, tamales, enchiladas verdes, rice, beans, and other classic sides

  • Sweet Treats: tres leches cake, churros, and flan


And yes—DoorDash delivery is now available, making it even easier to enjoy their food at home.

The special the day we visited was chicken chimichanga
The special the day we visited was chicken chimichanga

A Space with History

The new restaurant is located in the former Rocky’s building, a South Main Street spot that has been a community gathering place for decades. With its bar and dining area, El Mezcal is breathing new life into a space that holds plenty of memories for locals.

Beautiful dining area
Beautiful dining area

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Why You Should Visit

Gloversville has been experiencing a downtown revival, and El Mezcal Taqueria & Bar adds another reason to come, explore, and enjoy. Whether you’re grabbing tacos with friends, celebrating over margaritas, or just stopping by for flan on the way home, this is a place where great food meets community spirit.


So next time you’re in downtown Gloversville, stop by El Mezcal Taqueria & Bar—and don’t forget to try the quesabirria … or sopes … or tamales … or ... well, you get the idea! 🌮✨

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