Est. 1960 · Downtown Indianapolis

Indianapolis' First Mexican Restaurant

Over 50 years of flavorful, traditional Mexican favorites - famous margaritas, sizzling fajitas and tacos that keep downtown coming back.

50+ Years Serving Indy Downtown 365 N. Illinois St Open Daily Breakfast to Dinner
Traditional Mexican combination plate at Acapulco Joe's
50+Years
Our History

A downtown landmark since 1960

Acapulco Joe's is Indianapolis' first Mexican restaurant, with over 50 years of serving flavorful, traditional Mexican favorites.

Since opening more than fifty years ago, we've strived to bring the best of Mexican cuisine to all those willing to try it. That's why we're Indianapolis' first Mexican restaurant - we wanted to expose the north to the cuisine of the South.

About Us
Our Speciality

Authentic Mexican Food

Made the way Joe made it - fresh, generous and full of flavor.

Soft street tacos

Tacos & Burritos

Crisp beef tacos, soft-shell street tacos, chimichangas and enchiladas - the classics, done right.

Loaded nachos on a skillet

Sizzling Platters

Fajitas from the grill, loaded nachos and Joe's Specialties in beef, chicken or seafood.

Strawberry margarita

Famous Margaritas

Joe's Special Recipe by the glass or the 64 oz pitcher - on the rocks or frozen, flavored to taste.

1960Established
50+Years
#1First in Indy
★★★★★Guest Favorite
Gallery

A picture is worth a thousand words

A taste of what's on the table at Acapulco Joe's.

Our Happy Customers

Loved for generations

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Taco Tuesday was awesome! The free chips and salsa were a great pairing with the chili con queso. The cheese stretched to the ceiling! The tacos were delicious and the drinks mixed perfectly. Thank you Sandy for the excellent service throughout the meal. We will be back!

- April L.

Hungry yet?

Join us downtown for breakfast, lunch or dinner - or call ahead for your table.

Call (317) 637-5160 Visit & Hours