I went here on a weekday night, more people a the bar and only us and one other table were seated. The decor is cute and festive, and a nice casual vibe. It took a while to track down the staff who seemed to be busy with take-out orders, so it took a while to order and track them down during the meal. We ordered tacquitos and the chicharron, both were ok. I think both could've used more flavor, as it felt a little underwhelming for my taste. The entrees we had were tortas and tacos and these were both a lot more flavorful. The only issue was with the steak, it was very tough. If I came again, it would be because it's a good-priced meal and I would try other tacos with different meat. read more

Acapulco - Chicharron Preparado - Mexican Near Me - Raritan, New Jersey

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It can be difficult to communicate with the staff who don't all speak English and unfortunately, I don't speak Spanish. On one visit we ordered nachos as an appetizer, our entrees came out really quickly so we asked for it to be packed to go. The server misunderstood and disposed of the food. Food is inconsistent but spicy chicken is always delish. Also a big fan of their burgers. When done right it's the best burger in the neighborhood. Delivery is often incorrect, but I keep going back for the delicious tacos. Even when they send me the wrong protein and no salsa! Also be aware that if you order the guacamole, it doesn't mean they're gonna send you any chips. I learned that the hard way. The restaurant itself is cute. Doesn't look like anything special from the outside, but they have a huge bar and the seating area is comfortable. read more

We've been here before and like it. My husband likes it here. Food is good and service is ok. One thing I didn't like was last time I came on a Monday and it's $5 margaritas on Mondays but when I asked the waitress for drink specials she said they didn't have any. She wasn't truthful and while I understand she would want a higher bill for higher tip, it's not a good way to earn customer loyalty. Skip the esquites, they are $8 and use canned corn not fresh. The Blue Hawaiin was delicious! Oh and it's not a language barrier as Spanish is my first language. read more

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The food was amazing and was available when we got there for a pick up. The service was fast and quick and the way they pack their food was great. read more

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Excellent tacos!! The corn tortillas were homemade and they did not fall apart. Great service! Looking forward to our next visit.

Planned a lunch with my office team and found out the restaurant was CLOSED. Google showed it was open. Tried calling, no one answered. No signs outside the restaurant regarding updates hours or anything. Waste of time. I don't think I'll be coming back. read more

Acapulco - Mexican Near Me - Raritan, New Jersey

I'm sorry but this is not authentic Mexican and the Birria tacos are 1/10, very bland with no seasoning Please do better!!!

Acapulco is one of the Mexican restaurants that delivers to us from Grubhub so we have their food often. The first thing that goes on the order are the Plátanos Maduros, which are a dessert. They are fried plantains with dulce de leche and condensed milk. We have had plátanos maduros at more than a dozen restaurants and the Acapulco Restaurant version is the best we've ever had! The second thing that goes on the order is the Nopal or grilled cactus? It's simply delicious. The third thing that goes on the order are the tacos and we've had every kind and they're all delicious. We finish the order with two Horchatas, a Mexican drink made from rice and vanilla (canela.) Here's to a great Mexican restaurant ! read more

On a late night when there's nowhere else open this place is definitely my go to. I was a bit disappointed that was a bit far from my house but it was well worth the 15 minute drive at 1 AM. They know how to do it and they know how to do it right the food was amazing. Service was quick and easy, and they made sure to accommodate my request for extra limes, and when going in the restaurant, it seems to be very cultural ambiance. read more

Acapulco - Steak Tacos 5 per order w/ same meat - Mexican Near Me - Raritan, New Jersey

Who knew Mexican food could be so comforting?? I can't get away from the Chile Relleno...it's so tasty. The sauce on top is seasoned and dynamic. The salsas in a bottle with their thick chips are super tasty!! MARGARITAS ARE DELICIOUS and horchata too!! Guacamole is ok here, but the dishes are phenomenal Mexican home cooking. Love it here!! The ambience is very maximalisic and I dig it. Service is straight to the point here and tip is included in the bill. I also love their bathroom set up. Good mirrors. read more

Really enjoyed my first visit to Acapulco. It was one of the best meals I've had in a long time. The Pollo Relleno was delicious with a nice rising heat. Friendly service from Evelyn, cold Corona beer, an authentically decorated dining room, and festive Cumbia music. Honestly felt like I was on vacation! 5-Stars, can't wait to return! read more

Acapulco - Pollo Relleno - Mexican Near Me - Raritan, New Jersey

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Very good service, awesome drinks, and delicious food. Must try jalapeño margarita. If you haven't been her you are missing out. read more

Acapulco - Jalapeño Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Raritan, New Jersey

This was much bigger than it appeared from the outside. The kitchen was in the front and a dining area towards the back. The order was picked up and ready upon arrival. They had lots of options ranging from tacos to pizza to burgers with reasonable pricing. For starters, the guacamole ($6.95) and the queso fundido con chorizo ($9.45) was ordered. The guacamole was fresh and came with what appeared to be homemade chips, very appetizing. The chorizo came with onions in a chipotle sauce with tomatoes along with cheddar and Oaxaca cheese. I was hoping this would have a more of a kick to it, but it did not. Regardless, this was tasty, great combination of the cheeses and baked chorizo. It went even better when I made my own mini burrito with it. For an entree, I had the plato marimba ($13.95). This consisted of chorizo, salted steak, chicken, Serrano chiles, refried beans, and rice. There were also 3 tortillas provided. This was alright. There were large pieces of chicken and steak given. The chicken was flavorful while the steak was bland. The chorizo had an odd texture, but had plenty of flavor. The combination of all the toppings made up for the poor taste of the steak. Will I go back? Yes. read more

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Disappointed in our delivery. Got the mole chicken burrito, which was bland and really needed salt. Had random veggies on the inside (green beans, carrot, corn..). Was completely missing the guacamole. Mole was ok, spicy but didn't have that depth I'd expect from a mole sauce. (Enchilada with verde sauce is very spicy - not a ding! Just an fyi if your spice tolerance is low) read more

our food was greasy, tasteless and waitresses do not speak english , service was not good and the food was terrible to say the least i will never go back read more

Solid place for authentic tacos and Burritos. Love the Burrito mole and the chorizo tacos! The portions are fairly large, so definitely come hungry! read more

Acapulco - MOLE BURRITO - Mexican Near Me - Raritan, New Jersey

Came here for our wedding anniversary dinner and loved it. A nice restaurant with authentic food. I ordered the sopes with carnitas and it was perfect. From the tortilla to the beans to the meat. 10/10 would recommend. The margaritas were also very good. The waitress was very friendly and complimented my non Hispanic husband an on his Spanish. I also enjoyed the music. read more

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Great place to get traditional Mexican food! Strip mall located right off the highway. There is a great vibe here with Latin music playing and beautiful decor on the walls and hanging from the ceiling. Their drink menu is large and they have tons of flavored margaritas (regular or frozen, or you can get a pitcher of any flavor for only $29!). They also have a ton of options on their menu - plenty of appetizers, entrees, and specials to pick from. Both Kevin and I ordered tacos (I got fish and he got chicken). Positives: they give you double layers on the soft tacos, which makes them easier to eat; tacos were juicy; food was filling; great presentation; amazing margarita! Negatives: you can only order 3 of the fish tacos (no less); tacos weren't super flavorful - they only come with cilantro and onions and whatever meat you choose. I wish they had more options for the taco toppings. read more

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I've been coming here for several years. I swear it keeps getting better and better. The margaritas on the rocks with salt are amazing!! Everyone that works there is so friendly and helpful. Get to Acapulco in Raritan...now! read more

The cook and staff did a Great job great food Say no more the fried calamari were delicious the enchiladas was excellent. The fajitas were great and the drinks were perfect. This is a hidden gem secret of Central Jersey. Be ready to enjoy a great restaurant. read more

My fiancé and I FINALLY got around to trying this place out after hearing good things (and it's only 10 mins away from us on 202). The unassuming exterior may lead you to believe it's nothing but a small takeout joint (especially if you enter via the left door), but the door on the right will bring you into a nice sit-down space with legit tables and a full bar - complete with TVs! We decided to sit at the bar and started with margaritas (we opted for the 1800 silver tequila which is one of my favs). They were a bit on the sweet side but delicious. Because my fiancée had never tried mole before, we split the burrito mole as an appetizer and it didn't disappoint. The mole was really on point. For dinner my boo opted for the molcajete and I went with the tacos de alambre (chicken was my meat selection). The molcajete was nice but some of the thinly sliced meat was over cooked which made it a little tough to chew. The shrimp also had a mushy texture suggesting they were not bought fresh/not best quality. Was really hoping for that meaty texture. My tacos, however, were on point. Perfect tortilla, and the meat/onion/cheese/cilantro/etc center was delicious. We were provided a little carousel of three different sauces and I tested those out on each of my three tacos. The red sauce with a hint of spice was my favorite, the salsa verde second and what seemed to be homemade salsa came in third. With such authentic tasting food, full bar and attentive service, we will definitely be back - whether it's to dine in or take out. If you enjoy real Mexican food, check it read more

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Get la tabla , you won't be disappointed. Small place, hole in the wall. Definitely the best Mexican in the immediate area read more

Best tacos in the area! Their tacos come in an order of 3 but you have to get the same type of meat (chicken, beef, pork, etc.). I always get the chicken and beef. They are more traditional in that they are only topped with cilantro and white onions and it is amazing! Their salsas are very good too. I've also had the Papas Bravas here and it's so simple but so good. Their guacamole is well-made also. I've done takeout and dine-in here. Takeout is fast service. Dine-in has friendly service. I would definitely recommend stopping by here! read more

Food was very good. Unfortunately the service was poor as our waitress barely acknowledged us at all, never checked on the meal, had to ask for utensils, water, the tortillas that COME with the meal. The other waitress in there was very attentive to her tables; ours was not. Also, they added unexplained charges to the bill -- added $1 to the margarita with no explanation and then added an 18% service fee that was for "overhead of operating and maintaining the restaurant". Then a TIP should be added on top of that. Although the food was really good I cannot recommend based on the poor service we received and all the unexplained extra charges. read more

I was craving tacos with my bf who also loves tacos. My friend recommended this place which happened to be around the corner from my apartment. I never knew it existed so one random night we went in. It is the cutest little hole in the wall with ice cream next door. My bf took a bite of his taco and instantly loved it. I would come back to town just for this place. read more

Based on such high ratings, we went to Acapulco on Thompson Street in Raritan. It is located in a small strip center on Thompson Street adjacent to Route 202 and has it's own tiny off street parking lot. The small lounge/restaurant was busy as was the kitchen with takeout orders. The dark painted room had many televisions tuned to soccer. We were instructed to sit where ever we liked and soon had dos cervazas, tortilla chips with bean sauce and menus. The servers reminded me of a favorite cartoon I watched as a child. It was called Ricochet Rabbit. Sheriff Ricochet had a heavy Mexican accent and agilely bounced around a breakneck speeds while his sidekick Deputy Droopalong just moved slow and steady. After they dropped off our food they never returned to see if we needed anything. We certainly would have ordered more drinks. The energetic one came back as we finishing. The menu has an interesting mix of mostly Mexican dishes along with American and Italian standards. My wife had Chicken Fajitas which was good but the wraps were not. They did not have chimichangas so I settled on the carne enchilada which I thought was a carne asada enchilada. I admit it, I am a Gringo and my command of the Spanish language sucks but I still can't get over what I was served. These spicy flat pieces of pork had the chewable tenderness of a workboot. When I found out it was made from pork shoulder I was even more shocked. Pork shoulder is what Carnitas is made from and it is tender because it is slow cooked. This was not. I don't know if it was a good or bad example of carne enchiladas but I wouldn't feed something this tough to an animal much less a human. Bad service, bad food, 2 star evening. read more

Very disappointed in what was ordered. The Queso Fundido con Chorizo was sitting in a pool of grease. read more

Acapulco - Queso Fundido con Chorizo - Mexican Near Me - Raritan, New Jersey

Went for family dinner yesterday and were disappointed with the average food. Burrito bowl was tasteless, nachos, chicken tacos and chicken nuggets were average. The only yummy thing was Esquites. Not going their again. read more

feel bad writing this because the vibes were amazing but the food i got was not really good:/ amazing menu though maybe i'll try something else :/ read more

Delivery was cold, soggy, and very bland! This was absolutely overpriced for the lack of quality. Absolutely disappointed with this order. read more

Acapulco - a close up of a container of food - Mexican Near Me - Raritan, New Jersey

Excellent Mexican restaurant and bar located in Raritan, NJ. The inside contains a well-decorated, festive dining area with considerable space for seating. Though social distancing was not particularly well-maintained between various parties eating in the restaurant, the staff took care to wear masks the entire meal. The menu offers a large variety of options for whatever food or beverage you are craving. The food itself is delicious. Portions are sizable, and it's hard to imagine anyone leaves the restaurant not full or without leftovers. The food tasted fresh and flavorful. The service was kind, patient, and quick. Would definitely recommend giving this place a try and will definitely be returning! read more

Acapulco - Mexican Near Me - Raritan, New Jersey

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Went here with my wife and daughter. I think we went in the wrong door, but we were escorted to the main dining area. The margaritas were great, the beers were cold and the food was fantastic. The service seemed a little slow, but the place was busy. The chips are freshly made and the guacamole is delicious. We didn't have room for dessert this time. read more

The food was amazing. I had skirt steak with chorizo. Delicious. Prices were so fair and service was excellent. My only negative was that the tip was included automatically. I did see it, but it should be pointed out. We typically tip more than 18%, so we added extra. read more

The quality of the steak is disappointing. I ordered steak fajita to go. The meat is chopped up into tiny pieces. Lots of fat and grizzle. It's not edible. I won't be back. read more

Ordered molchajete and chicken Chipotle. Yum yum. I grew up in Houston so this place brought me back. Food to price ratio is good here so youll leave stuffed if you order a platter. Meats were a little bit overcooked so it ended up being hard to chew sometimes. No other complaints! read more

Acapulco - Molchajete - Mexican Near Me - Raritan, New Jersey

I live in the neighborhood and went to Acapulco several times before COVID. The service here was never great, but food was really nice. I recently ordered a takeout from this place. The La Tabla didn't come with any tortillas, and the quality of meat is quite disappointing with much smaller size compared with before. Overpriced overall. read more

This is one of my absolute favorite places to have some Mexican food. My two favorite dishes from them are their tri-colored enchiladas and their tacos al pastor. They have some great happy hour specials for their tacos and beer. The absolute only thing I would love to see more of is a wider variety of drinks, but I'm not sure it fits well here. read more

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Solid mexican food. I have been here a handful of times, service is always good. The Shrimp diablo is my favorite dish on their menu. read more

Having been to Mexico several times; I can say I was very satisfied with my experience at Acapulco. We were given chips and three sauces right away. Small basket of chips but enough since we also wanted to order an additional appetizer. I ordered the papas bravas (a large plate of french fries) (~$6) covered with a chipotle sauce and mayo sauce. Heavy in the calories but satisfying - may not order this again next time to try some other of the appetizers (the table over ordered calamari and I think I will have to try that next time!). Large horchata ($3): Super tasty, cold, and satisfying. Comes in a large beer stein! Sopes with chorizo (~$8) - satisfying and delicious. The dough for the sopes was both crispy and soft; just perfect! The chorizo was actually legit, not like some places I've had chorizo that just wasn't right. The toppings of lettuce, tomato, and crema were refreshing and a perfect balance to the heaviness of the beans and meat. Corn soft taco with carne asada ($2.50) - This brought me straight back to Mexico with the fresh taco trucks along the side of the road. Wow. So simple but the flavors are NOT at all simple. Just everything. Will definitely get more of this next time. My husband also ordered: T-bone steak with your choice eggs (comes with string beans and fries) ($18). This definitely did not feel like a Mexican dish but it was indeed good. He enjoyed the meat as it was cooked medium and was still tender. I thought it could use a tad bit more salt. He asked for over easy eggs but they came out sunny side up; not the end of the world (but if you are picky with your eggs.....haha). If this was served with rice and beans instead, it could have felt a tad bit more Mexican in style. Overall, great flavors and great experience. Will certainly come back for a sope or taco! read more

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I liked this place, I just couldn't see giving them a 4 star review. I'd likely return if I lived around here, though not in a big hurry. They make frozen margaritas fresh, but they use cheap flavor syrup in them instead of an actual condensed fruit base like the better restaurants will do. I got the pollo con hongos in a cream sauce with mushrooms. I liked a photo of it that I saw right here on yelp, and it looks the same on the plate, but it was much spicier than I expected. It was decent, though. The service was good, with two gals working the floor (many restaurants would have had only one person waiting tables on a Tuesday night), and I found them to be very nice. All in all, I'd encourage you to check the place out. read more