Taqueria Downtown

236 Grove St, Jersey City
(201) 333-3220

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O.T. Ingram

The was food was great the experience was good, upntonthe point where the hostess, yes, the hostess asked us to leave when we were done eating because others were waiting. The server that we had was great, I was about two sips into my second beer, and she asked if we were done eating and said that we needed to leave. Then asked us to talk to the manager after we said we want to to ha e another drink.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 1

Enrique Worthy

Love this freaking place. I’m hooked. I take a half hour drive to get here. ( little better music would be nice )

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bill Buchanan

Awfully crowded but good food and drink at fair prices.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Kerim Louissant

The service was mediocre. The original waitress just passed me on to another waiter without properly introducing him. I get the waitress was in a rush but she could’ve put in more effort into a smooth transition. The waiter who served forgot to service me and I waited too long for the food. The steak quesadilla I ordered was ok. The outside area was nice though

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 1

Anton M

Worst margarita I ever had.
No sour cream or guacamole with quesadilla.
Tacos were good.
No dogs allowed.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Jess F

Amazing food BUT takes forever to get a water……margaritas and sometimes even food arrives faster

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Richard C

My order was just sitting there as I’m being told to continue to wait. Got my food 30 minutes late and was cold by time I picked up. A different worker had to point out that it ready. Unreal

Food: 1

Service: 1

Victor Chau

Came here for lunch. We ordered some tacos while our friends got the beef steak plates instead.

The tacos themselves were alright and a bit on the smaller side. I can’t say I would get them again.

The steak plates were definitely more tasty. The steak itself was a bit thin but large in size.

The chips and salsa were probably my favorite food item here. Keep in mind you get the first order of chips and salsa complimentary but each subsequent order you need to pay for. We don’t know that and assumed you got free salsa and chip refills like at most other Mexican restaurants across the country.

Overall I had a decent time here but don’t see myself coming back unless it’s for a deal.

Food: 3

Frantzie Agnant

This spot is a gem! The food was amazing, especially the steak tacos, which were absolutely superb. Perfectly seasoned and juicy, they hit the spot. The vibe was laid-back and lively, just the kind of energy you want with great food. The service was also top-notch, friendly, fast, and attentive. Can’t wait to go back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Taylor Blakey

I must say that I am extremely disappointed in what I experienced. The food was good as always, as well as the drinks. Today I experienced something uncomfortable. I came in a little after 2pm for lunch and I was meeting a co worker. I sat at the bar and ordered food for both of us and a drink for myself. When my coworker arrived there were no extra seats at the bar available. The male bartender walked over and informed her she could not block the take out area and she couldn’t stand, understandable. I then requested that we move to a table, where there were plenty of open tables and no line, he then said no we can not do that. I offered to pay before we moved to a table, which again he said no. He then directed us to sit in the seated area on the sidewalk. May I also add that there was no signage or indication of this policy. The manager was pleasant and explained

Food: 5

Service: 1

Schemeka King-Ward

Best fish tacos in town!

Food: 5

Yodit herrmann

Love the food and the atmosphere!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Daniel Cruz

Unhappy Experience – Won’t Be Returning

Food and drinks were actually quite good, but the service and overall environment ruined the experience.

From the start, I told the hostess we needed outdoor seating. She could barely hear me due to how loud the music was, and I had to raise my voice just to be understood. Her attitude was rude and dismissive—no warmth or hospitality whatsoever. She said the wait would be 30 minutes, which was fine. I even had to reiterate our request for outside seating and saw her write it down.

But when she finally called us, it was for inside seating. I reminded her we were waiting for outside, and her response was “I don’t know” when I asked how much longer it would be. No apology. No attempt to make it right. Just zero customer service. We left feeling frustrated and disrespected.

The bathrooms were filthy—graffiti on the walls, a strong mildew smell, peeling paint, and overall neglect. The floors were dangerously slippery, and instead of cleaning, they just threw down a runner. Step off it and you’re at risk of slipping.

The atmosphere was overly loud, with music blasting so much that you can’t even have a conversation. It’s just not an enjoyable environment.

This place has potential, but the lack of service, cleanliness, and basic hospitality means they’ve lost us as customers.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 4

Service: 1

Hubert Houghnet

Great atmosphere great service friendly staff the food the drinks the people what a party

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Laura Malinowski

Best 🌮

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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