Local Flavor: Paco's Mexican restaurant
- 5 days ago
- 2 min read
Fresh flavors, fun twists and a warm welcome in Osgood
A good local restaurant offers more than a meal. It gives friends and families a place to gather, relax and enjoy food made with care. Paco’s Mexican Restaurant in Osgood brings that spirit to the table with colorful surroundings, welcoming service and a menu full of variety.
Brothers David, Pepe and Marcos Hernandez opened their first Paco’s location in Westport in September 2022. As the business approaches its fourth anniversary, the family has continued to grow, opening its Osgood restaurant this year at 629 S. Buckeye St.
The Hernandez family knows and loves the Osgood community, making it a natural home for their second location. Their goal is simple: create a fun, friendly place where neighbors can share a good meal, a refreshing drink and time together.
Mexican favorites are at the heart of Paco’s menu, from tacos and burritos to nachos and more. But the offerings extend beyond traditional Mexican fare, with chicken wings, burgers, fried fish sandwiches, fried chicken sandwiches and pulled pork sandwiches. It is a place where everyone in the family can find something to enjoy.
The menu continues to grow, with new recipes and specials regularly added to the lineup. Guests can check Paco’s Facebook page for Taco Tuesday specials, Wednesday lunch features and Friday margarita offerings.
The margarita menu is especially fun, with creative twists on familiar favorites and limited-time flavors that give friends another reason to meet up. That playful personality also carries into the restaurant’s clean, colorful decor and lively social media feed.
Many of Paco’s standout flavors have a personal touch from Pepe’s wife, Sam Adams. Sam helps lead the restaurant’s marketing and social media, designs menus and contributes house-favorite recipes. Her homemade chipotle sauce has become a signature ingredient, adding smoky flavor to many dishes.
Sam also owns Donut Central in Columbus, creating another sweet connection for the family’s local businesses. Paco’s has begun hosting Donut Central pre-order pickups, giving Osgood-area customers a convenient way to enjoy the popular donuts closer to home. Planning ahead is key, but it is one more reason to stop by.
Paco’s Mexican Restaurant is more than a place to grab a meal. It is a gathering place, a familiar favorite and a business that reflects the people behind it. With the Hernandez brothers’ vision, Sam’s creative touch and a team that makes every guest feel welcome, Paco’s has brought fresh flavor and bright energy to Osgood.
