50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Tinton Falls

“Three people for lunch. Each order was more than could be eaten. And was delicious. When asked about a bar the waiter advised there was a liquor store down the strip mall. The liquor store did not sell. Sangria. Was a good experience at a reasonable cost“

“guys. .... GUYS. of COURSE we find this place one month before we move across the country. lived here for almost 7 years and never knew it was here. SOOOO good! fried rice ball??? what!? the grilled chicken is completely magical. the toppings and the sweet chili sauce is just.... I can't even. (Middletown DE location!)“

“Oaxaca Taco’s is hands-down one of the best spots I’ve ever been to! The food is absolutely incredible — fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection every single time. Every bite tastes authentic and you can really tell they put care into the ingredients and preparation.

On top of that, the service is unmatched. The staff is always welcoming, attentive, and goes out of their way to make sure you’re taken care of. It’s rare to find a place that balances amazing food with such genuine hospitality, but Oaxaca Taco’s delivers both effortlessly.

If you’re looking for a spot that combines top-tier flavors with top-tier service, look no further. Oaxaca Taco’s truly sets the standard, and I can’t recommend it enough!
-Mike!“

“The best authentic food out there! Love every single meal I’ve had so far! Fresh, homemade and tasteful!“

“When you r in NJ or just visiting try out this clean, Mexican restaurant called Puertoescondido located at 175 Mammouth Road, West Long Branch, NJ....food was awesome,tasty, place was clean and staff“

“Absolutely amazing food!!! We demolished the food, everything came out fast and the service was top notch. Sanches is an amazing soul and he catered to all our needs without any problem. Definitely coming back soon. Love it <3“

“I’ve been about 5 times so far and LOVE Emelio’s! The food is fresh and delicious and the portions generous. Even their simple side salad is something special - delicious, light dressing. And the service is great, which is hard to come by these days. It’s clearly a family-run place where Everyone cares about the quality. Also impeccably clean!“

“Amazing authentic Mexican food. So delicious and the service is fantastic. Sometimes there is a wait but totally worth it.“

“Tacos here are the best in the area! They never disappoint and I’m always full with the 3 tacos that come in a plate! My favorite ones are the pastor tacos but the shrimp ones are really good too! The 3 leches cake and their aguas frescas are recommended too if you have a sweet tooth like me!“

“Todo con un buen sazón y un buen servicio 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻“

“Not flashy, simple, deli kind of set up. almost hole in the wall. My first impression was....ummm..naa..but since my wife picked up the place, I kind of kept quiet and was willing to try it. Boy was I wrong!! This place turned out to be AMAZING. Probably one of the best Mexican food we have had. Ask for a burrito with BBQ sauce inside it.“

“awesome authentic stuff! 👌👍“

“The best Barria Pizza EVER. It was flavorful. They stuffed it with meat, as you can see. It was just mouth watering! It was my 1st time trying it and it was an amazing experience! They followed my order and added everything I asked for. They were also very kind and friendly upon walking in. I will definitely be back. Thank you, Thank you, THANK YOU💕“

“Edit: Raising this from 1 to 4 star after speaking with the owner. It seems this was an outlier situation and they were very kind and receptive.

We came in at 8:20 PM (place closes at 9). The woman behind the counter seemed very detached and exhausted so I tried to be sympathetic. My burrito was a magnificent slop, not rolled properly at all. The soda fountain was out of CO2, so all the soda was flat - I made a comment but the employee didn't care even though she had charged me for the drink. The food wasn't bad but nothing remarkable or exciting.“

“Excellent food kindly very traditional food as if I were at home God bless your staff and business [Original] Excelente comida el personal amablemente comida muy tradicional como si estuviera en casa Dios le bendiga su personal y negocio“

“Great food and drinks“

“If you want real authentic Mexican food that tastes nothing short from delicious then come here. The service was amazing, food was quick and delicious, the restaurant looked clean and pretty, overall an amazing experience. 10/10 would recommend everyone to come here.“

“Laid back, excellent service. Amazing cocktails...Jalisco is burning--try it. And creative, delicious food.“

“Good tacos good flavor , deliciosos 😋“

“We went mid afternoon, for a late lunch. Had the place to ourselves, which is a shame because the food was GREAT and should be enjoyed at any time of the day! Fresh and delicious. Generous portions, friendly, great atmosphere. We will absolutely return.“

“Delicious, authentic Mexican food! Huge portions and fresh. Very friendly staff. Fun decor. I would definitely recommend if in the area.“

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

“We ordered food on a Saturday evening and within ten minutes the food was ready. Got home and everything was so good. Quesadillas, burrito bowl, birria tacos and street corn. Our two year old ate so much of it. Prices weren't terrible. We would definitely go back.“

“The food is always delicious!!!“

“Excelente la comida muy buena la atención excelente Dios bendiga este negocio“

“Very friendly staff, & delicious food. Parking's a little bit. VERY GOOD! unique but worth the park. Very reasonably priced, Very low key, clean environment inside. VERY GOOD!“

“We love Tino’s Mexican Kitchen. The food and ambience are amazing.“

“The food is consistent. And DELICIOUS. I’ve tried many Mexican restaurants as it’s my favorite. And this is my go to. Slow-er on the service but that’s due to how incredibly busy they are with take out orders alone. It’s family owned and run. They are so nice and I can’t speak enough about how authentic the food is.“

“El Ranchero is my favorite taqueria in the bayshore. The tacos are the best in the area and the mole is delicious. The food is fresh and the service is fantastic. I recommend this to anyone! A wonderful place to practice my spanish! El Ranchero es mi taquería favorita. Los tacos son los mejores de la zona y el mole es delicioso. La comida es fresca y el servicio es fantástico. ¡Yo recomiendo esto a cualquiera!“

“Best authentic Mexican food in all of NJ! Lucky to have stumbled in their doorway... Everything is deliciously made and fresh.“

“Great customer service, friendly staff ??. Food is good too“

“First time there today , the service is excellent , food was fresh and yummy, love the location and the seating , all tables no booths very roomy , friendly staff , we will be back!“

“This is authentic Mexican food, very similar to the style in Mexico City, Mexico. I have really enjoyed all the foods I have ordered from here such as their soups, nachos, guacamole, tacos, quesadillas, burritos and signature kitchen dishes. They also offer a green and a red sauce that is spicy, but only elevates the flavor. I also appreciate the fresh limes, cilantro and onions they offer as well. I do like the langua burrito, which is served with rice and beans. Their tripa quesadillas and tacos are also delicious. You can find authentic beverages imported from Mexico in their drink fridge near the checkout counter too.“

“Authentic is the exact word for this place! Not one place comes close to this!“

“First time here. Ordered a pineapple 🍍 margarita. It's good except it doesn't taste like pineapple 😞🍍. Where is the sliced pineapple on the cup and the maraschino 🍒? But for the sake of not being high maintenance, I will end it here. Just asked. They don't have pineapples. lol“

“First time here. Delicious shrimp Tika masala and onion kulcha. Tuna nachos were amazing! Boba strawberry tea with blueberry yummy. Taco trio would’ve been great but specifically requested no cheese and one came with cheese. The service was excellent and order came out quick. Definitely looking forward to coming back.“

“Wide array of customizable tacos, burritos, bowls. Really nice touch in the offering of water and various hot sauces, salsas, and pico de gallo to the side. Carne asada taco was flavorful and ample for the price point. Fabulous decor with on-theme light fixtures.“

“The frijoles make me phart“

“We went to El Rancho last month and it was absolutely delicious. The guacamole was very fresh and creamy. We also ordered the steak chimichanga and steak tostadas. Highly recommend. We will be back for sure 😊“

“My only issue was the ordering. First, when I sign into the app it keeps on sending me a link to click to get back into the app, which is annoying. Second, I clicked through online based on a coupon and started ordering, but when I signed in the promo disappeared and I had to keep logging out and in to get it. The app needs to be improved.“

“La comida esta riquísima!!! Muy limpio el lugar… y el servicio de las meseras muy atentas…. Oh y el agua de Horchata, la salsa para las (chips) de muy buen sabor! Recomiendo este Restaurante al 💯!“

“Muy Buena comida! Buen Sabor y Sazón. Recomiendo 100%“

“An authentic Mexican restaurant with a variety of options. I’m not the most expert in Mexican food, but I really liked what I had there. The food was fresh and the lamb tastes great. The inside atmosphere is so energetic and very colorful. The staff were nice and accommodating. Outside street parking is available but usually full during rush hours. Prices are ok, most are average, a little bit overpriced on few dishes. Overall very nice experience and recommended.“

“Mexican restaurant with an exquisite flavor in every dish you taste, very friendly service in a warm family atmosphere.

Mexican restaurant with an exquisite flavor in each dish that you taste, very friendly attention in a warm family atmosphere.“

“It was very good, it was a Mexican restaurant, it was delicious

Vegetarian options: well

Dietary restrictions: Fatty food is not recommended for people with high blood fat, and sweet food is not recommended for diabetics, and alcoholic drinks are not recommended for those with digestive and liver problems. They should take care of their health.

Parking: well

Kid-friendliness: good

Wheelchair accessibility: well“

“Excellent authentic Mexican food. Server was great and knowledgeable about gluten allergies as well. If you want great Mexican food definitely check this place out.“

“Una ocasión llegué a ese restaurante hambriento y cansado, le pregunté ala cocinera q me recomedaba, Ella me preguntó de q parte de México era, le contesté "Oaxaca"..entonces ella dijo barbacoa de pollo. Realmente fue delicioso.. el aroma a ojas de aguacate todavía lo recuerdo. tortillas a mano y frijoles fritos. realmente una de mis mejores recuerdos en una mesa“