27 Best Mexican Restaurants near Lake Hopatcong

“me & my boyfriend came in tonight, 9/16/25. we met my boyfriends dad for his birthday & the bartender was amazing! he definitely went above & beyond for us. they did the airplane shot for his birthday & gave him the beautiful hate to wear. the bartender joked with us while we were there & kept checking in on us throughout our dinner. I wish I got his name! he was absolutely amazing! Every time we come we have an amazing time but he definitely made it better! thank you for an amazing night!“

“Outstanding service and delicious food. We were greeted warmly, treated well, and the menu was varied but not too big. Drinks are amazing! Best pina colada around the lake! Our server was Alex and he was incredibly knowledgeable not just about the food, but about the whole business. What a pleasure! We will absolutely be back!“

“Incredible place, Rice is delicious and ceviche must be the best I had and is right here in town!!!courteous staff as well.“

“Great fresh food, great price, great views!“

“Muchos años de ser clientes y siempre con una buena atención!!!“

“The food is absolutely delicious. I cannot even put into words how amazing the food is. The only con is it wasn't a full house but the wait for food and drinks or anything was extremely long. 30-40 mins you're just sitting at the table waiting. I don't know if I'd go back due to the extreme wait time however, the food is delicious. If they can fix their table service I think this restaurant would be 5 stars all around.“

“Just tried this place out to see if the high rating was real or not. The real reason is we hoped the positive reviews were true. We got tacos with rice and beans. Simple dish, but it's smell and taste were through the roof perfection. Three warm savory corn tortillas for each and each delectable. It reminded me of the best Mexican street food, only better, I had a seat! The staff is basically all family and THAT alone says something about the care behind every dish.“

“The people who work here always have been friendly and kind. Always say hello when you walk in. I ordered online and when I got home they forgot to put chicken on my Chiwawa. I got a survey I complained and in an hour I got a response of an apology and a nice coupon for my next time I go. Things do happen and people make mistakes but customer service was great on making it right for me. I really enjoy their food . But Bubbakoos is worth a try.“

“Best Mexican food. Food is always fresh an hot I have been going to Don Jose for many years At first I was going to the Don Jose in East Hanover before they opened Netting location. Netcong has a bar best Margartia's never had a complaint. Staff very friendly! It's my favorite Mexican Restaurant.“

“I walked in out of the blue. The place is quiet and unassuming. I was greeted as I approached the counter. They were very, very welcoming. After a little bit it was like we knew each other well. They made me feel very comfortable. The food was very good with lots of flavor. My order came out relatively quick. We talked and I watched the game (MTY vs AME). I had a great experience and was very impressed with this place. I highly recommend anyone give it a try. Also, prices are very good and worth every penny!“

“Lugar encantador con buen servicio y deliciosa cómoda mexicana .“

“Muy buena la comida auténtico sabor mexicano y los tacos de birria son los mejores“

“If you want real tacos come here. I ordered the tacos al pastor and when they were ready I went to add spice, cilantro, and onion to my liking. The spice is strong haha. I love the food, my brother ordered tacos birrias. I highly recommend you go to this restaurant the next time you crave tacos/Mexican food!“

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I can't say enough good things about Riviera Maya Mexican in Rockaway! This place has quickly become a favorite stop for me and my fellow soldiers during our drill weekends. The food is consistently fresh and absolutely delicious, with a wide variety of options that never disappoint.

The service is always fast and friendly, making us feel right at home every time we visit. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure we have a great experience, which is truly appreciated, especially when we come in with a group of about a dozen.

If you're looking for a fantastic meal in a welcoming atmosphere, look no further than Riviera Maya Mexican. Highly recommend!“

“My family and I have consistently had a positive experience at this location. The employees are always very nice, and the portions are great. The very few times they’ve run out of an item or made a minor mistake, they’ve always offered an alternative or did their best to make things right.“

“Es bueno y agradable el lugar buena atención“

“Great food, great tasting margaritas and a very friendly staff. The decor is fun and the atmosphere is great!“

“I really like this restaurant. I like to sit at the tables and seats next to the windows where I can see everything that happens in the corner...the waitresses are very friendly and the service is fast. The coffee is always fresh. I really enjoy the simplicity of the place, without culinary pretensions, Mexican food for Mexicans, simple and delicious in my opinion, without DRAMA (by the way, I'm Colombian). The prices are definitely very reasonable.
One star reviews are a joke! What are you expecting to find all these 'Drama queens' and 'Karens' in a small traditional Mexican restaurant in Dover NJ? The people are definitely toast!“

“My Lady and I wanted to sit down somewhere new for dinner and she never tried this joint so it was a no brainer, I used to frequent this restaurant when I worked at All Access in Newton. The menu is amazing, it offers a wide variety of classic dishes as well as specialty items. The staff is professional and courteous. Prices are very fair and you certainly get bang for your buck. There are many levels of spiciness so be specific when ordering. Bon appetit! 🤤👌“

“TL:DR - Delicious food, kind folks

Went here to get take out lunch after wanting to try it for a long time. Their menu is available online, and you can order through it, but the prices online are at least 10% higher. Go to the actual restaurant to make sure both you and the owners get the best bang for the buck.

The people working were in the middle of their lunch when I came in, but were very kind and helped me right away. I ordered everything I wanted to try, though I had to get chocolate flan instead of tres leches cake, since they were all out. They got right to work, and after a short wait at a table, my food was ready & I headed home.

The chocolate flan (dessert first!) was unexpectedly tasty. I’m not a huge fan of traditional flan; this was like a layer of flan on top of a layer of rich chocolate cake. Before I knew it, half of it was gone. I’d get this again mostly because I love chocolate more than flan.

Next was the chicken rancheros burrito. It came with a slightly spicy green sauce which really added to the flavor of the dish. Inside the wrap was tender, flavorful chicken, guacamole, sour cream, queso, and fresh onions. It was tasty at first bite, and delicious with the sauce added to it.

Finally I ate the appetizer last, which was the choripapas. It was basically fries smothered with chorizo and cheese - and wow I sure was fine with that. The chorizo was a little milder than others I’ve had, but still good. The portion was so large that I thankfully have some leftovers for supper tonight. Would definitely get this again and/or try the other one with other sausage in it.

All in all, it was really wonderful. Will definitely be back to try more dishes and to see how their tres leches ranks! Thank you!“

“The ladies there were so sweet & kind ... I will bring all of my friends and family there so nice!�“

“I was looking for a place to hold a small(er) afternoon party for about 60 friends & family members, and McQ’s came highly recommended for great food, wonderful atmosphere, and top notch service. They did not disappoint. The general manager, Alexis was a pleasure to work with, and was helpful with menu choices, and whatever additional asks I had. (A table area for a display, AV hook-up for a slide presentation, and complimentary drink “coupons” for my guests. The entire staff (including the kitchen) was friendly, and determined to make this a fun (and delicious) event. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. I give them 5 stars 🌟 out of 5.“

“From the food to the service and the atmosphere, everything about this place was beyond incredible. I ordered the mixed fajitas, which came with two sides rice and beans, and everything was absolutely delicious. The servers were very attentive and patient, taking the time to explain the entire menu to us since it was our first time visiting. I 100% recommend this restaurant and will definitely be coming back for more!“

“The food is excellent! The service is fast and responsive.“

“The service is amazing & the food is always delicious. I highly recommend everyone should visit this Qdoba! It is better than most in the area! OMG with the reopening they just became my #1 pick for my favorite food. I'll always take that 45 minutes drive to the Qdoba in Denville rte 10.“

“Best service I’ve experienced at this restaurant! The quality of the food was amazing, everything was fresh and full of flavor. The music created such a great vibe, and the overall atmosphere was perfect. A special thank you to Cesar for the excellent service — he was attentive, friendly, and made our experience even better. I will definitely be coming back!“

“Delicious stuffed arepitas! I’ve been looking for a place like this =]“