We were hungry and willing to follow some yelp reviews for lunch running to Mays Landing for some…read moreshopping during our trip to Atlantic City. We pulled up excited because the exterior alone sets the tone. Hand-painted sunflowers, colorful pennant flags, and bright green picnic tables under a covered patio. It has real personality! We dined inside, but on a cooler day, that patio would be the move. We ordered the steak tacos and the quesabirria tacos. Both were yummy!!!!!!. The quesabirria were the standout: crispy, rich, served with consomme for dipping and fresh radish and lime on the side. I do not like a soft quesabirria, so it was perfect. The flavor was on point! The service sealed it. Our server took our order and our drinks got delayed. Before we even noticed, they caught it themselves, apologized, and brought everything right over. I appreciated the simple step of correcting a mistake without being prompted. That matters to me a lot! Worth every mile of the drive from our hotel in Atlantic City.

El Rincon Del Sabor, Mays Landing, NJ…read more Sometimes the best places are the ones you almost drive right past. El Rincon Del Sabor has been open for about two years and sits just off Route 50 in Mays Landing. It is a little off the beaten path, but not by much. After hearing several friends recommend it, we finally decided to give it a try on a Friday night after 8:00 PM. First things first, it is BYOB. The good news is there is a liquor store directly across the street, so picking up whatever you want before dinner couldn't be much easier. The restaurant has that classic hole-in-the-wall feel that usually leads to good food. Inside, it looks like many authentic Mexican restaurants, bright colors, cultural decorations throughout, and a large television in the back playing a fútbol match. It feels comfortable, casual, and welcoming. The menu offers plenty of traditional Mexican dishes, although there were a few unexpected items like pizza, gyros, and cheesesteaks that seemed a little out of place. Still, the authentic selections were clearly the stars of the menu. We started with a basket of freshly made tortilla chips served with two different green sauces. Both were fresh and flavorful. The green sauce was mild and very tasty, while the red sauce brought a little more heat without being overpowering. At our table, one person ordered the chimichanga, which came with rice and beans. The portion was huge and packed with flavor. Another ordered the birria tacos, served with fresh cilantro, onions, and a rich consommé for dipping. They couldn't stop talking about how much they enjoyed them. I was originally looking for mole, but didn't see it listed on the menu. After asking our waitress, she suggested ordering the enchiladas with their homemade mole sauce instead. When I asked if the mole was made from scratch or from a paste, she smiled and told me her mother makes it from scratch. Anyone who has ever made authentic mole knows just how much time, patience, and ingredients go into preparing it. That answer alone got my attention. The mole completely stole the show. Rich, complex, slightly sweet, with just the right balance of chocolate, spices, and chiles, it was everything homemade mole should be. If you're a fan of mole, this is absolutely the dish I would recommend ordering. As we talked throughout the evening, we learned this is truly a family restaurant. Everyone working that night was related, and it showed. They treated customers like guests rather than just another table. Even though we arrived about an hour before closing, we never once felt rushed, something that can make or break a late dinner experience. We also got the feeling they're trying to build something special here and genuinely care about serving the local community. We learned they have quite a following from residents of The Oaks, and after eating here it's easy to understand why. If you live in The Oaks or are passing through the Mays Landing area, this place is well worth the short drive. The portions are generous, the ingredients are fresh, the food is authentic, and perhaps most importantly, you leave feeling welcomed. We'll definitely be back.

Very nice surprise! 5 Stars for a small place. I kept saying we must try this place & we were not…read moredissapointed!! We had the Mole de Pollo ( Delish!) & Enchilada's Verdes. Both so good. Some of the best we ever had. Great flavors! Big portions & fair price. Don't let the strip mall outside fool you....the inside is warm & charming. Once we got take out & second time we ate in. Both experiences were good. We placed our order at the window & we were served. It looked so good I dove in & forgot to take a pic of my food. Come support this family owned biz.

Fun authentic Mexican restaurant in a strip mall. They start you out like most Mexican restaurants…read morewith chip and salsa but also provide a fresh bean dip with Mexican cheese. Great Verde and Mole Enchiladas. Great Flan and Chocolate cake. Nice atmosphere. Friendly service.

We were looking for a great Mexican restaurant in Egg Harbor Township and Yelp led us to Tacos El…read moreTio. There were several Mexican restaurants to choose from and many had great Yelp reviews. After careful consideration .... Tacos El Tio was our pick and so glad it was! What a gem. And they have a full liquor license with tons of great drinks, especially if you're looking for a margarita! I opted for a nice Mandarin Jarritos soda -- i was just in the mood. They also have screens with sporting events on + an area with a full bar to hang. They have booths and areas for large tables too - so it's great for the whole family or a nice date night. My husband loved his steak fajitas and could not stop raving about them. He loved them! I ordered the chicken fajita enchilada..and it was ginormous - - you could make two meals out of it! Sorry I dont have more photos - - we were hungry! :) And I cannot forget our awesome server, Jose! He was a super nice server and loved that he was from Ecuador - - where we recently traveled! We will definitely be back. I just made your Mexican restaurant selection for Egg Harbor Township easy!

A fun time at Egg Harbor's second-best Mexican restaurant…read more If you look at Yelp, you'll see there's another Mexican restaurant that has a slightly better rating than Tacos El Tio. HOWEVER, that other place is BYOB, and if you want to have an alcoholic beverage, for example, a margarita, you'll need to bring your own tequila. Tacos El Tio is a full-service Mexican restaurant that offers well-crafted beverages alongside delicious food. Now, to the specifics... TET has lots of parking. The inside is large, clean, and offers plenty of comfortable seating. You might prefer a table or booth that's on the far side of the dining room, well away from the bar area with its speakers and any loud conversations. Our server, Julie, was attentive, efficient, and delightful. They offer a range of margaritas, from specialty concoctions to their margaritas-on-tap. The on-tap version is about half the cost of the concocted version and, in my opinion, a far better value. As for food, all we tried, all we had to try, was their Los Nachos El Tio. That was a plate, heaped high with corn tortillas, layered with nacho stuff, along with generous portions of beef, chicken, and chorizo. And, unlike the nachos offered by some places, the good stuff wasn't merely a topping; it was interspersed with chips from top to bottom. And it was enough that even though we started off hungry, and even though it was delicious, my wife and I couldn't finish it. The only thing we'll do at our next visit is leave out the chorizo; it was our least favorite of the three proteins. TLDR: Sit somewhere far from the bar, get the least expensive margaritas, order the nachos (maybe without the chorizo), and leave your tequila at home.

Just ordered can't wait to taste the food I ordered to go…read moreso I will update with quality and taste.

This simple yet incredibly cute Mexican spot tucked into a strip mall serves truly top-level…read moreauthentic food. The TR Bowl is no joke, the protein portion alone is enough for several people to share (see photo). I've honestly never seen a restaurant be this generous with their protein. The Birria Egg Rolls with consomé are bursting with flavor. One bite and you'll immediately understand why they stand out and what I am talking about. The Birria Ramen arrives in an insanely large bowl and includes three tacos, making it an excellent value. Don't skip dessert!!! Do yourself a favor and get the churrios. They come out hot, crispy and dusted with sugar. The prices are spot on for what you are getting. The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. I promise you will leave smiling!

This is our second time in 3 weeks They weren't on Yelp yet the first time. So I'll tell you about…read moreboth. They just opened and I guess they haven't had time to upgrade the booths, chairs and tables, they are a bit worn. Not a reason not to eat here. There are a few televisions over the bar and not always dinner Mexican music. We must have enjoyed it because we came back. They have a good drink menu and that's the other reason we came back so soon. Wife got chicken taco salad and she added cilantro and liked it. The Son had the beef quesadilla and liked it too. My Quesa-Birria taco was just ok. The meat was a little stringy. For dessert we ordered the flan, churros and Tres-leche to help with the review...ya that's way we ordered dessert ¯\_(ツ)_/¯. All three dessert are equally outstanding together and on their own.

Loved this place! The food.was.amazing…read moreFresh and so tasty You need to go here The drinks were also delicious!!! Clean and has a big parking lot Everything cooked fresh to order Yummy!

I'm always on a hunt for delicious food. So, after researching food options in the area, I was led…read moreto Pepes. I took a ride over to check the place out. It's a small white building that is nestled into a neighborhood that is easy to pass by if you aren't paying attention. Upon walking in, I was met by a woman who told me she would take my order in a min. I was happy with that response bc I needed time to check out the empanadas and Chicharrhon I spotted immediately. After a short wait, I went with what I recognized immediately. I asked for a chicken and cheese empanada, plus Chicharron platter with yellow rice and beans. You do have the option to have your beans on the side or included in your container. I opted to have mine on the side. After a short wait, I was handed a bag with my items. I immediately ran to the car and opened the platter. I had to try the chicharron. I absolutely LOVED the flavor and crispy pork skin. The meat was tender underneath the skin and had a light salty taste that reminded me of my last trip to D.R. I drove home and couldn't wait to eat everything else. The rice was fluffy and cooked perfectly. Now, the beans.....THE BEANS MADE ME HAVE A SEAT!!! I don't know what the chef/cook uses to make the beans, but all I can say is the beans were by far some of the best I have had in a very long time. The flavor, temperature, etc. was so spot on. If you couldn't tell already, I plan to return to Pepes in the immediate future to see what other deliciousness awaits me.

Had a rough day at work and being hispanic, what more could i want as a comfort other than…read more. spanish food. it was my first time at pepe's, but will not be the last. was greeted by one of the employees who was very sweet and eager to help. while waiting for my food, there was a man talking and seasoning the chicharrón, and happy while doing it. which made me feel good because it felt almost like an uncle prepping. i got a platter with arroz con gandules and chicharron. i got a side of maduros and 2 empanadas (beef & chicken with cheese). everything was delicious. price was amazing too for so much food. restaurant was clean and comfortable. will definitely recommend and will go back to try their other dishes.

It feels like you home the moment you go in. You get same…read morecostumer service you get back home, hospitality, you can ask to customize any plate you would like and no hesitation at all. They don't sale alcohol, but they have delicious home made juices, option to have it already sweet or unsweet. I had the birria tacos, delicious, juicy and a lot of meat in it,i recommend It was so good i went back to this place and had the camarones la fe, stop reading, order those two.. The decoration is very humble mexican.

This was via Instacart: I ordered the enchiladas with mole…read morewhich had a wonderful presentation with the avocado slices, onions and crema drizzle. I wish I ordered the larger 32oz size of their horchata. It's that delicious and lessens the spiciness in a way that you want to eat more. I also ordered pozole which I am saving for later. The portions are plentiful. The take out came with utensils and napkins without needing to request them. This was my first time eating their food. I'll definitely eat from here again.

Asked for a chicken burrito, it ended up being too large so he offered to double wrap it or start…read moreover, so we asked him to just wrap it in the tinfoil and he charger me regular. We also tried the NEW amazing carne asada. Great service the guy was very nice and helped us with our app and earning points. We sat down at the low chairs and enjoyed the casualty of the spot, while watching the cars driving by.

Walked in at noon and there were 6 employees behind the counter conversing together and didn't even…read morerealize I was waiting. All of the food looked old as if it was sitting out since the day before and not to mention the food looked scarce. How is it that the restaurant just opened and there was limited food that was far from fresh. Mind you there were only 2 people in the restaurant eating. They weren't busy at all. No excuse for laziness.