5 Brothers Taqueria

79 W Main St, Chester
(908) 879-0447

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Michael Gomeringer

2 stars. The biggest issue was the lack of value and lack of pricing transparency.

For two adults and two kids, we ordered chips and guac, two taco entrees, and two quesadillas, and the bill somehow came to $118. To make matters worse, my wife and I both commented while eating that the tacos barely had any meat in them.

When we questioned the price, the guy at the register said they “haven’t updated the menu prices yet.” Meanwhile, the menu prices were literally written in pencil! We noted they charged us for a steak quesadilla but my daughter got a cheese quesadilla!

The most annoying part was the drinks. We grabbed Jarritos from the cooler, but the employee recommended “something better,” so we got three of those instead — only to see later they were $7 each, we’re talking about essentially small fruit juices.

After mentioning our experience to a friend who lives in Chester, he said he had a similar reaction after ordering a takeout tray — according to him, the portion size was laughable. He also questioned it, and the restaurant made no attempt to make things right.

Food was pretty good, but between the portions and complete lack of value we know this place is a ripoff.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 1

Michelle Castillo Obando

The staff was very nice and suggested different things

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alex Huynh

My wife toddler and I came on a Sunday night after seeing some pretty good reviews and being in the area. We needed something convenient and this place looked good. We ordered tacos, one of the house special and one of the birria. Since it was somewhat late on a Sunday night the dining room was unsurprisingly empty we were the only table inside. However we still waited about 15 minutes for our two orders of tacos to come in a dead quiet room with no music playing. The waitress seem to do her job at the bare minimum. The service didn't feel warm and the waitress didn't even offer a high chair for our toddler. At first glance our tacos seemed very bare, there was barely any chicken in the chicken tacos and the tortillas we're very oily. The chicken was extremely dry and chewy with no flavor at all while the only other ingredients in the taco was cilantro and some onion. The house special tacos seemed a little bit better as they had cheese and some kind of sauce to keep it juicy and flavorful. However these tacos seem like something they got out of a can- it tasted exactly like corned beef. We also ordered a mango juice which was water based according to the waitress, but the juice tasted like watery mango juice it was extremely light with barely any mango flavor. For the tacos being $15 to $18 and drink being $7 this place is extremely overpriced. Not only is the quality of the food extremely poor but the quantity itself is also embarrassing. After spending over 50 bucks including tip for my wife and I we left the place disappointed and still hungry. Be wary of all the other five star reviews as they are clearly purchased from the business owner. Notice how many of the five-star reviews are from accounts with only one review this indicates that they are fake accounts. Overall this place is a huge scam stay away at all costs.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 2

Jonathan Morencio

Too over price tacos , the Aztec autistic down the road at least gives you chips and salsa. $20 for 5 little tacos is too much. Highly disappointing.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 4

Service: 5

Lindsay Calderon

Really nice service

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Katie Hannemann

Really yummy tacos 🌮

John Calhoun

If waiting forever was part of the flavor, these tacos would finally make sense. I waited so long I started to question my life choices — and when the food finally showed up, it was like the chef gave up halfway through. The tortillas were soggy, the meat tasted tired, and the toppings looked like they’d been sitting out since last Tuesday.

Honestly, I’ve had more excitement opening a bag of chips. The only thing spicy here was my regret.

Would not recommend — unless you enjoy cold food, long waits, and disappointment wrapped in a tortilla. 🌮💀

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

JOEL ALTAMIRANO

Place its not even close to an authentic Mexican place . Portions are extremely small and as well over price. If you're looking for real mexican food you might have to drive to dover.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 2

Nancy Torres

I really thought I would find some home cooking at this small Mexican spot, but I was very disappointed. I ordered the enchiladas which tasted sour. The sauce was dry with little flavoring. I ordered a kids cheeseburger ($14) which came with a side of fries. The fries were burnt and greasy, very unappetizing. The hamburger was not kid friendly; chunks of onion which no kid is going to enjoy. The tacos which were ordered were just ok. Very much a waste of money dining here.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 2

J

The pozole roja was the best I've had in a while. The past 3 restaurants were nowhere near as good as 5 brothers pozole. The pork tacos, the same. Pork was crispy and well made. Everything impressed me. My new go to for Mexican food in the area.

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jud Welle

If you are local to the area or just passing through, make sure you hit this spot for amazing authentic tacos! The food and service were top notch.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Carnitas

Paul Gugger

Good authentic tacos

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

Sarah Moriarty

We are big fans and they never disappoint! 👌😍

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Thomas Yip

This was about a year ago or so but watch out. You might find some bugs instead of beans in your food. Enjoy the video of my girlfriend spitting out the food on top of our new friends enclosure. Would not get this food again.

Food: 1

John Essert

Live a town over and always shopped in the shopping center. Saw the place open a few years ago, but I don’t usually go for Mexican food. My friend recommended the place to me so I went with him to try it out. The staff was very helpful and quick. Only took a few minutes for my food to be brought to the table. Best steak quesadillas ever, plus I got enough to take the rest home for dinner. This place is a little pricey, but it’s worth it. Miles better than Taco Bell or chipotle. This is one of my regular spots now!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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