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    El Sombrero Mexican Grill

    4.3 (76 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Good for groups

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    American American Style Tacos

    I really regret ordering from here. I got the ground beef tacos, and as soon as I opened the packaging, I could tell something was off, it didn't smell or look fresh. When I looked inside, it was just chunks of what seemed like frozen burger patties, still cold in the middle. Definitely not what I expected. I called the restaurant to let them know, hoping to get it resolved, but the woman who answered (she said she was the owner) was so rude. She shouted over me while I was just trying to explain the situation. She went as far as to let me know that if I wanted to I can stop by so that she could give me a food thermometer and for me to cook the beef myself. By the way, they put water in their sour cream and water down their sauces! while charging for each sauce. I was not only disappointed with the food received, which would've been fine! If they would've been polite. Terrible food and customer service.

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    Mel T.

    I've ordered from here twice. The first time was for pick up on a Wednesday at around 7 pm. The second time, I ordered via DoorDash (out of sheer laziness and because I had a coupon about to expire) on a Friday at around 5 and got my food probably in less than a half an hour. The first time was definitely the better experience. The food was hot and I liked my order, a chorizo quesadilla - pretty simple. My husband had the burrito enchilada and he liked it (though it's a bit too heavy for me). We also ordered queso and chips, and you can't really go wrong with that. Plus, they give you a ton of chips. The second time, the food was not hot - I guess since it was for delivery. This time, I had an Al pastor burrito bowl and it was pretty lackluster. It's basically just rice, meat, cheese, sour cream, and pico. It also looked as if everything was kind of just slopped together. I added cilantro, pickled jalapeños, and pickled red onions to it myself just to add some pizzazz. It's a good thing that I just happened to have those things on hand. Overall, it's just an okay bowl though they do give a pretty large portion. I might order again just out of the convenience of the location, but only for pick up. However, I don't think this will be my go-to fast food Mexican spot.

    Delish Mexican Food!
    Suzy B.

    We were searching on Yelp for some Mexican Food while on Rt 17 South and bam, a 4 1/2 star rating pops up! Yelp once again never disappoints. First, the restaurant was covid-clean and limited tables inside and nicely spaced apart. They also do a big takeout biz. We both ordered bowls and the food was so good. I had mine with steak and all the typical fixings. You can pick out what you want "Chipotle Style" but this food is much better. Pricing is also reasonable. And most importantly, as you can see from many other amazing reviews, you must try some churros. They are so good! Freshly cooked just for you... crunchy, sweet cinnamony goodness. I will definitely be back for more. I'll tip my sombrero to this delish restaurant. Yum!!!

    Nachos rock!!! Crisp and tasty with whatever options you choose!
    Marc G.

    A GO-TO FOR TAKEOUT/DELIVERY At the former site of many past restaurants, most recently a somewhat underperforming Qdoba, the employees there (from what I understand) decided to take over the place... And takeover they DID! Quite possibly the most enjoyable thing about the place before it "changed hands" was the friendly and fast service provided by the staff. The food was good, but it had that "chain feel". Renaming the restaurant El Sombrero was just the start of good things to come. The same staff were going to make some changes, and they were (and continue to be) ALL for the better. So SO great to see them succeed; as they've taken the food (along with the same great service) to another level. The dining area is nicely maintained, but (in this age where, as THEY proudly proclaim on their marquee outside as FAST FOOD) is not so utilized... As their takeout and delivery business is apparently thriving. Food is fast, tasty, hot, and a great value with multiple options. Support these fine and friendly people, and your tummy will thank you!!!

    Chicken quesadilla
    Muriel G.

    This seems to be a family run restaurant which is very nice. The service is good and quick. We ordered the chicken quesadilla and it was very good.

    Tommy H.

    We ordered a steak burrito combo, steak quesadilla, and a pastor taco via seamless for lunch. The order arrived swiftly but the bag was not sealed on top. The burrito and tacos were delicious, very flavorful and fulfilling. The quesadilla was good as well but it was very thin. It definitely needed more cheese and steak. We would order here again, but not sure if we would order for drop off since the bag was not sealed.

    Burrito enchilada and nachos
    Jay L.

    Gave this place a try a few weeks ago and was definitely impressed by the amount of food and bright colors in these dishes. We had 3 burrito enchiladas, but the one with ground beef seems to come with more sauce? I wish the steak burritos did too, but it's all good. The nachos were ok, but I'm sure it's better when eaten at the restaurant. I'd compare this similiarly to Mi Rancho in the area, so give this place a try if you're looking for something new!

    Chicken nachos!
    Melinda M.

    My first time ordering was a delivery but that didn't take away from the experience! I recommend the nachos (they're salsa and fixings are so fresh and they put sooo many different kinds of cheese/queso) and the taco dorados. The food is not too oily (I feel like a lot of Mexican in the area has been lately), and it just tastes super fresh and homemade. I'm a California Mexican lover, and I have been looking for a place in the area that can make (deep fried tacos) fried crunchy tacos. While the tacos dorados aren't exactly what I'm looking for, they were delicious all the same. Good till the last swipe, yum!!!

    My double burrito. It was amazing.
    Israel R.

    WOW my self and my family had a wonderful meal from El Sombrero Mexican Grill in Hasbrouck Heights. We all think this place deserves more than five stars. We order by phone and we went to pick up ower order and it was ready and nice and worm. We loved every little bit of ower meal no one had left overs. The Double Burito, chicken quesadillas , Sombrero Tacos , Carnitas bowl , Pastor Nachos , Tacos Habaneros. This was ower meal and it wasn't expensive $62.64 Thank you. We will be back.

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    Food was very bland no flavor. Queso is cheesy water. Not very happy people behind the counter.

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    Great local place, consistently good food made by good people. Don't sleep on this place.

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    Very very good food, service was great, great quality and the taste was amazing. Lots of seating, great place overall.

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    Very good place. Small, but enough for a quick Mexican bite. I love build you burrito. It turned out to be very good.

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    Great fast mexican food joint! Family owned and they are doing it right! Fresh veggies and great steaks!! Loved it.

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