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About Acapulco Joe's

Indianapolis' First Mexican Restaurant

Flavor, history & hospitality

Acapulco Joe's has been a downtown Indianapolis landmark for decades - the city's first Mexican restaurant, founded by Joe Rangel, a determined immigrant who turned a rundown diner on Illinois Street into an institution.

Today the restaurant is owned and operated by Grant Redmond, who has carried forward Joe's legacy while keeping the traditions, flavors and warm hospitality that regulars have loved for generations. From our famous margaritas to classic burritos, tacos and enchiladas, we bring the cuisine of the South to the heart of downtown.

Margaritas at Acapulco Joe's
1960Established
1960Established
50+Years
#1First in Indy
DowntownIllinois St

Come taste the tradition

Fifty years in, the welcome is as warm as ever. We'd love to have you at the table.

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