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Women‑owned and rooted in home cooking, Maria’s turns out menudo, gorditas, and barbacoa that locals tout. VisitLEX highlights it as a small spot with big flavor and made‑from‑scratch comfort.
Authentic Mexican cuisine, fresh salsas, ice-cold Jarritos
805 N Broadway, Lexington, KY 40508 Get directions
$10–20
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