50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Carteret

“My boyfriend and I stopped by Waves of Wine for a quick drink and loved the chill vibes. The atmosphere was super relaxed, perfect for unwinding after a long day. Great spot if you’re looking for a laid-back place to enjoy a glass of wine and good company. We’ll definitely be back!“

“I came across this place and I took a friend over to try tacos on May 5th
I was not too crazy about the food because based on my opinion it was missing flavor and presentation. The service was pretty good. Can be improved. The atmosphere of the place is really nice. Parking is on the street and they have a small parking lot. They don't provide alcohol but there is a liquor store across the street
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“Oh my god the place is amazing! The servants are so kind and the food oh my god I can't even tell you how good it is. And the servants they are always so kind. The place is so beautiful and lots of places to take the most wonderful photos. You should go.“

“Food is awesome. Service is top notch.“

“Tried their dessert - love chips - amazing!“

“buena atencion y rica comida mexicana“

“Great food nice atmosphere.“

“Todo muy delicioso lo recomiendo llegar a comer todos los platillos“

“delicious!! so good.Birria and empanada are best ever had.“

“I love this place they are so delicious but I had a painful experience when the churro filling got onto my hands now they are very red but it’s ok they were really good. I would definitely get the churros again but maybe use a fork to eat them so they don’t burn my hands.

I also feel like the music is too loud. I don’t have sensory issues, but the volume of that music is making me rethink some things.

Keep up the great work hobrah’s. I’ll be back for my churros with a fork next time.

(As you can see the food was so good I took it to go, but my fingers are red from the burn)“

“muy buen servicio muy rápido muy rica la comida todo muy bien un ambiente muy agradable la verdad y riquísima la comida 100% recomendado“

“We're local business owners in Springfield, NJ and just discovered Tierra Del Sol as a wonderful spot for lunch!

Friendly greeting when we walked in, quick table service and the food is fresh and very flavorful! We each had Quesadilla's de Carne Asada (Steak) - and the serving sizes were big, we each only ate half and too the rest home.

We will most definitely be back soon!“

“Alyssa our server was very attentive We had an Awesome experience! The drinks were out fast and our food was Great!“

“Nae was great she was professional, and went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. Her attention to detail and genuine care for customers truly stood out. Highly recommend asking for Nae if you want outstanding service. Give that girl a raise!“

“Drinks and music is great“

“The food was fantastic. The burrito, nachos, and kids meal have great value for your money. Along with the kids meal came chips. Although very crispy and fresh, they had a little bit too much salt. Apart from that, everything was fantastic from the service to the place it self. Highly recommend.“

“First time ordering today and I wasn't disappointed at all! Pastor Tacos -- Delish! meat was juicy and full of flavor and the pineapple also fresh steak quesadilla hit the mark as well the steak was nicely seasoned and plentiful. Look forward to stopping by soon and enjoy a meal in store. Also, delivery time was great and the driver very nice he helped me sing happy Birthday to my neighbor lol All the Best to You All at Figuritas“

“Everything here is SO FRESH. I came here with my family of 5 and all of our dishes were extraordinary. Everything came out piping hot and very delicious. We ordered the guacamole, shrimp with garlic sauce, mixed fajitas, chicken burritos and breaded chicken and breaded fish filet. The hot, fresh churros with chocolate sauce at the end were absolutely melt-in-your-mouth divine. We would definitely come here again. 5 stars!“

“I live in the area and love trying out local restaurants, Taquerua La Casita did not disappoint. The atmosphere was great, wel lit and busy. Its a small place, but small places tend to be masters of their craft. I got two orders of tacos, tacos al pastor and tacos de costilla (recommended by the employee working he counter). Both were great, fresh and bold flavors. The pastor came with a slice of pineapple on top which was a nice touch. I really enjoyed the Verde sauce that came with the order. I will definitely return in the future. Thanks for the awesome food. I want to try every item on the menu 🙂“

“Delicious with excellent service.“

“10 out of 10!!! Absolutely delicious! We had the chicken, steak, and chorizo tacos. Nachos. Mexican street corn and Churros. Everything was made to perfection! I’ll definitely be recommending!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌟“

“Genesis recommended the ‘tacos placeros’ to me, and they did not disappoint! The flavors were incredible, and the place itself is beautiful. We’re on vacation and stumbled upon Tortas Lokas Elizabeth¡what a gem! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and Karen went above and beyond to make us feel at home. Great food, amazing service, and a cozy vibe.
I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for an authentic and welcoming experience!
Thank you guys!👍🏻“

“Food was very good. Had Fajita Duo and Cheese Nachos. Prices were decent. Menu was limited. Problem was the flour pancakes were very small (Maybe 6" round (4) for the dinner we had. Six Tortillas would of been fine for that dinner. We asked for more and they gave us 3. Noticing the bill I WAS CHARGED for the 3 extra ($2.50)? That's Not Good Business. I have never been charged for a few extra tortillas. I will not go back or recommend. Disappointed. It was freezing in there.“

“Always our favorite Mexican food spot in HarrisonCounty!“

“It’s funny that some of the reviews here complain about servers not speaking English...it’s an actual authentic Mexican restaurant what do you expect? The menus are in both English and Spanish and have descriptions if you are not familiar with Mexican food. I love this place and you really can’t beat the prices. The food is great and I always wind up taking some home (maybe because I fill up on all the chips and salsa they give before the meal).“

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“I went to the up town one yesterday for happy hour. Emilio was great welcome to me right away. Let me know about the happy hour specials. Then I spoke with the owner. I congratulated her on the success of her business. Her husband and her opened this restaurant, and the one on 412 Broadway after many years of working at Hendricksons as a cook. It’s nice to see hard hard-working people become successful n keep their business local. Very inviting and friendly place. Great margaritas. Great ppl:) I also had the chorizo queso. It was delicious. But everything on the menu us. All in all had a nice experience:)“

“The host n waitress were great!“

“Last night I had the pleasure of dining at Maize Cocina & Cocktails in Westfield, NJ — and let me tell you, if you love Mexican food and crave an elevated dining experience, this is the spot! 🌮✨

Everything was incredible, but my favorites were the maize croquettes, crabmeat tostadas, and the whole fish adobo — absolutely delicious. They’ve also added some exciting new dishes like the Tamarind Sticky Duck Breast and Pork Chop Amarillo that you’ll definitely want to try.

If you’re planning a visit, go between Thursday and Sunday — those are their action days! Trust me, if you’re looking for a great vibe and even better food, Maize is the place to be. 🍹🔥“

“Sooo good! Better than chipotle and qdoba. It is around the same price as the other restraints mentioned. Very flavorful meat. Honestly, I was very surprised of how good this was. They gave good portions as well. The only negative thing is that it took them so long to make the order and we were like the only people there… but other than that I loved it. I wish they open a location closer to me!!“

“Phenomenal Tacos! I bet everything else is equally delicious but I love these tacos!!“

“@Todo muy limpio y sobre Todo la comida super sabrosa😍😍😍😍😍😍Estoy muy feliz por encontrar este lugar cerca 😘😘😘“

“Dinner was delicious! The food came quickly and the kids were thrilled with their quesadillas. Guacamole was good. Chicken enchiladas verdes was great. Service was pleasant and attentive. If we lived in New Jersey we’d go back for sure!“

“I like to go to this mexican / tex mex restaurant. The food is always fresh and they quick on serving your food. Also the flavor of the dishes are really yummy. And the breakfast is a kick to start your day. Specially the torta de milanesa which is my favorite“

“This place has the best tacos I’ve ever had…🇲🇽“

“El desayuno salvadoreño estuvo delicioso y fresco. La atención fue muy buena. Recomiendo este lugar!!! The food is so delicious and the service was amazing 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼“

“My coworkers and I ordered from this establishment for lunch and I asked them to rush it a bit because of our lunch time and they brought it right on time!!!! The person on the phone was sooo nice and underrated AND THE FOOD WAS AMAZINGG all expectations were met. They accomodated to all of our needs with specific food instructions really yummy and nice!“

“I recently hosted my birthday dinner at Casa del Rey for a group of 20, and it was absolutely wonderful! The staff went above and beyond to make the evening special, from allowing us to decorate a beautiful table setup to their gracious hospitality and attention to detail. Everyone was so kind, accommodating, and genuinely welcoming. The food was delicious, the service was seamless, and the atmosphere made it feel like such a joyful celebration. I’m so grateful to the entire team for making the night unforgettable. Highly recommend Casa del Rey for any special occasion, they truly know how to make you feel celebrated! 🎂✨🤍“

“Food was delicious but if you have a dairy allergy beware of the butter used in the rice and vegetables!!!!“

“Outstanding food and service! Will definitely be coming back here.“

“The food here is SO GOOD! Best Mexican food I’ve had on the island. Chill spot. They have all the delicious Mexican drinks. The Gordita is incredibly fresh. Crunchy on the outside, soft inside. The enchiladas verdes , amazing. The tacos de bistec, tender and flavorful. I can’t wait to eat here again.“

“so authentic and amazing service. such a hidden gem. Drinks were also great. The Twice as Nice was perfect for the summer!“

“First off food was amazing. I had the fajitas with Chicken and beef and me and my son ate it up so fast not only is the food good the service was great. They were very kind. I actually left my wallet there and my husband went to Get it the next day he told me the woman asked him so many Questions before giving up my wallet I appreciate The kindness of holding down my wallet I will definitely be coming back here Again“

“Me and a few of my coworkers went here tonight for the first time and they had Taco Tuesday and we all ordered Tacos and not only were they delicious they were full of well seasoned meat. The service was fast and friendly especially for how busy they were. We already decided we will be back again. Definitely the best Tacos I've had in Amboy and by far“

“this food was awesome! We will def be back again! Very Fresh food!!“

“My sister told me about her local go-to for tacos. I tried the 3 tacos de birria. It was absolutely delicious. Sizeable portion (I was full with 2) and it came with a consome that you could dip the tacos.

Also, the owner is so kind. She wrote a get well note for my mom on her order. I had mentioned that had been sick.

Before leaving the area, I am heading back for another order. Definitely recommend.“

“Everything was incredibly fresh and delicious. The portions are generous and the prices are very reasonable. I ordered the beef quesadilla — the tortilla and the meat were excellent, and the guacamole was perfectly balanced. We also received a complimentary basket of cookies with our Thanksgiving order, which was such a nice touch. Great service and great flavors. Definitely a 5/5.“

“Gracias por brindarme la mejor atención en su Restaurante mamis cosina y gracias a esas manos qué cosina tan Rico su sabor es delicioso“

“Better than chipolte. Great food“

“Amazing place and delicious food“