As one of the most diverse states in this country, it’s no surprise that New Jersey offers some incredible ethnic cuisine. Newark has amazing Portuguese restaurants and you’ll find fantastic Chinese food in Fort Lee, for starters. In this post, I’ll be focusing on the best places in New Jersey to get authentic, appetizing Mexican meals. Here are some top picks, in no particular order:
- Chili Willie’s, Boonton
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Facebook/Chili Willie’s First opened in 1988, Chef/Owner Jose uses recipes passed down from his grandmother and only the freshest of ingredients. You really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, but the churros come highly recommended.
- Tacos el Tio, Egg Harbor Township
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Facebook/Tacos el Tio Guests will enjoy the vast and varied menu with favorites including carne tampiquena and ranchero chicken.
- Casa Maya, High Bridge/Gillette
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Facebook/Casa Maya Inside Jersey Magazine voted Casa Maya the best Mexican Restaurant in New Jersey and it’s easy to see why. The decor is fun and the food is fantastic. The food is served Sonoran-style with subtle spices.
- Aztec Mexican, Chester
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Facebook/Aztec Mexican Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, serving authentic Mexican dishes and a selection of American favorites.
- El Coyote Southwest Grill, Egg Harbor Township/Galloway
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Facebook/El Coyote You’ll find authentic Mexican dishes alongside twists on American favorites like tequila lime wings.
- Charrito’s, Weehawken/Hoboken
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Facebook/Charrito’s Great views, great atmosphere, and great food! The cuisine is mostly inspired by local favorites in Oaxaca, where the owners are originally from.
- La Bamba, Manahawkin/Brant Beach
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Facebook/La Bamba Best selling dishes at this BYOB spot include enchiladas, chiles poblanos rollenos, and paella.
- Azteca, Toms River
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Yelp/Michelle S. This Mexican restaurant is also a bakery, so the desserts are delicious. The Candy Bar Explosion cake is a favorite.
- Chapala Grill, Bergenfield
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Yelp/Lauren B. Open for lunch and dinner, be sure to try the chiles rellenos or fantastic fajitas.
- El Oaxaqueno Restaurant & Bakery, Lakewood
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Facebook/El Oaxaqueno Enjoy a wide selection of delicious dishes, $2 tacos, a full service bakery, and free local delivery.
- La Malinche, Rahway
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Facebook/La Malinche This local favorite has been in business for 15 years. The owners are originally from Mexico City and offer authentic, flavorful dishes.
- The Taco Truck, Morristown/Princeton/Hoboken
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Facebook/The Taco Truck This traveling truck now has 3 brick and mortar locations. The tacos and tortas are terrific and definitely can not be missed.
- The Tortilla Press, Pennsauken/Collingswood
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Facebook/Tortilla Press Though no exterior photos were available, the food speaks for itself. Fresh, flavorful, and all-around fantastic. Be sure to check out the 5-lb burrito challenge.
- La Esperanza, Lindenwold
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Facebook/La Esperanza This reader favorite is offering a special menu with 4-course meals for just $25 during spring restaurant week (March 13-18).
This list barely scratches the surface. Share your favorites for a part two!
Facebook/Chili Willie’s
First opened in 1988, Chef/Owner Jose uses recipes passed down from his grandmother and only the freshest of ingredients. You really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, but the churros come highly recommended.
Facebook/Tacos el Tio
Guests will enjoy the vast and varied menu with favorites including carne tampiquena and ranchero chicken.
Facebook/Casa Maya
Inside Jersey Magazine voted Casa Maya the best Mexican Restaurant in New Jersey and it’s easy to see why. The decor is fun and the food is fantastic. The food is served Sonoran-style with subtle spices.
Facebook/Aztec Mexican
Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, serving authentic Mexican dishes and a selection of American favorites.
Facebook/El Coyote
You’ll find authentic Mexican dishes alongside twists on American favorites like tequila lime wings.
Facebook/Charrito’s
Great views, great atmosphere, and great food! The cuisine is mostly inspired by local favorites in Oaxaca, where the owners are originally from.
Facebook/La Bamba
Best selling dishes at this BYOB spot include enchiladas, chiles poblanos rollenos, and paella.
Yelp/Adam A.
Yelp/Michelle S.
This Mexican restaurant is also a bakery, so the desserts are delicious. The Candy Bar Explosion cake is a favorite.
Facebook/Chapala Grill
Yelp/Lauren B.
Open for lunch and dinner, be sure to try the chiles rellenos or fantastic fajitas.
Facebook/El Oaxaqueno
Enjoy a wide selection of delicious dishes, $2 tacos, a full service bakery, and free local delivery.
Facebook/La Malinche
This local favorite has been in business for 15 years. The owners are originally from Mexico City and offer authentic, flavorful dishes.
Facebook/The Taco Truck
This traveling truck now has 3 brick and mortar locations. The tacos and tortas are terrific and definitely can not be missed.
Facebook/The Tortilla Press
Facebook/Tortilla Press
Though no exterior photos were available, the food speaks for itself. Fresh, flavorful, and all-around fantastic. Be sure to check out the 5-lb burrito challenge.
Facebook/La Esperanza
This reader favorite is offering a special menu with 4-course meals for just $25 during spring restaurant week (March 13-18).
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