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La Sierra Restaurant and Bar

4.4 (144 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 1 week ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Piña colada's excellent
Carla C.

Piña coladas are the best Thursday nights is karaoke night The food is out of this world. ! The Service was fast !

Enchiladas suiza shredded chicken
Tony P.

Went to dinner with my ex last night she had no idea she'd been here already and she's not a big fan. It is a very authentic place and was super busy and got busier even after we left. They don't have traditional salsa with their chips. You get a thick chip with some sauces that you can squirt onto the chip. You can order pico de gallo with chips for 8.50. The pico was very fresh and chunky. My ex ordered some street tacos. She only ate one. I took the other one home. I got the enchiladas suiza filled with shredded chicken. Served with a traditional green sauce, black beans, and rice. Also topped with a little sour cream and avocado. Very authentic. Food was prepared quick and service is friendly and knowledgeable. They have an outside eating area out back they have a sit down counter bar area. Definitely stop in when you're in town!

Fish tacos
Linda P.

Great drinks to start. We pretty much had it all. Mango margaritas on the rocks and frozen. Delicious both ways. The fish tacos were good, as were the nachos. Food was fresh, hot and came out in good time considering all seats in the place were filled. Service was exceptional, especially the volume that was doing take out and dining in. We always had fresh drinks and were checked in often. Ambiance was casual, vibe was loud and fun. The decor was traditional Mexican art works and decor. One more beautiful piece than the next every where you look. Enjoyed this place, the company who brought us there for date night and would love to return!

Beef fajitas
Dan D.

I love that this place was good. When we showed up we definitely judged the book, but we gave it a try! Which you should! It's such a wholesome place. Mexican decor coating the walls, baskets hanging, Spanish music playing and you having a good time! We got nachos for the table which was interesting. Homemade chips, black beans, amazing chicken, cheese, pickled carrots?? Amazing btw, jalapeños and lettuce and tomatoes. Perfect size for 6 people. We requested just chicken it would've came with beef and shrimp but we just wanted the chicken. I got the beef fajitas, came to me on a sizzling cast iron like other spots, a mountain of onions, peppers and beef. Coming behind was homemade tortillas, guacamole, refried beans, sour cream and tomatoes and red onions. Greatttt! Everything came out so delicious and good. It's refreshing to see a wait staff so excited to serve you your food. Everything came out to be just under $200, 6 people, all got drinks, some double drinks. COME HERE. It's so nice here.

Brian S.

Another stop with wife tonight and we enjoyed it immensely. Food is delicious the margarita is wonderful and they have the best selection of Mexican beers to be found anywhere in Jersey. Just a tip however because of the price of drinks here you bill will be much higher that a typical Mexican restaurant that is BYOB. Reminds me of my youth when stationed in San Antonio and going into town for authentic Mexican food on the river walk. A million years ago ..

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Marissa F.

Good little spot that we popped in for lunch. Very colorful and fun music. The chairs were very unique! Service was very nice and friendly. My friend said the margarita was really good! 3 of us got enchiladas and 1 got a burrito. All the food was yummy.

Frozen mango margarita so good!
Angela D.

Fresh food, strong drinks, good music, friendly staff, and clean. I can't say enough about this place! My mom and I really enjoyed our meals and drinks! We had the chicken quesadillas and the shrimp tacos and everything was so fresh. Our frozen mango margaritas got us feelin' good for sure! So good and strong! We came here on a Sunday afternoon and you could tell it was a local favorite but I'm so glad we found it as a tourist and listened to the reviews. Sure, there are other Mexican places, but this had good atmosphere AND a back patio to chill out in. I will definitely be back to try more things. I could tell other tables were enjoying their food and drinks too when we would randomly make eye contact and start groovin' to the music. If you're in the area or even on the beach, make a stop here! The colors and decorations inside were so amazing too. I loved looked at everything.

Marc K.

Doesn't look like much from outside but once Inside you are transported to a festive Mexican vacation feeling. Very colorful and lively decor. Place was busy and we only had to wait a few minutes for a table to be cleared in the outdoor area in the back which was surprisingly very nicely decorated and comfortable considering how warm it was outside service was quick and attentive, food tasted pretty good and was fast. Chips were supplied with waitress, a hot and mild salsa was given with it but not your typical salsa for dipping which was the only disappointment I can say ( was basically.

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Philly C.

This is a cool spot on Main street that looks super small on the outside but when you get in, the property goes on and on. They have a cool spacious patio out back with additional seating. I loved the outdoor seating! Sidebar- I do have to point out that the bathroom was exceptionally clean! Super thumbs up! Everyone was friendly and the waitress was pretty helpful when we were deciding on an entree. The reason I took off a star is because the drinks were not good. We ordered margaritas which were not cheap and they tasted like complete puree/juice. Very disappointing! The shrimp tacos and guacamole was excellent though! I tore that food up!! Compliments to the Chef! My friend had a grilled shrimp dish with chipotle sauce and that was also pretty tasty. I can recommend the place but you should just drink before you go- Sorry! They dropped the ball in the drink department. Thumbs up for the food though!!!:)

Outside matches the inside: both so festive! I loved it  | #intenselypassionatephotography
Tiffany M.

Hey hey Adventurers! My hairstylist over at Willow and Jade, recommended this spot because they had horchata. Sadly I did not grab some but I did order their guacamole and flautas which were really good. The guacamole is creamier and smoother than I've had, but still super tasty. The flautas used ground chicken and not shredded like I'm used to. Not sure if I like it that way, but everything was Delcious and filling. I LOVE the decor of this place, not only because it has tons of holiday decorations but festive Mexican decorations as well. Outside makes it hard to miss since it's vibrant an lively, I LOVE it. I sat at the bar because it was slightly busy (World Cup was playing). I definitely need to go back to this spot to try the beverages, horchata, and other food. I think I the inside decor is a reason enough. Def recommend checking out while in the area.

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This place is very cool, the staff is amazing, friendly, helpful and sweet. Loved the experience, can't wait to come back.

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Got take out - they never cooked the dish chilly were stuffed but never put in the oven

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The food was delicious authentic Mexican, the service was very prompt and our server was so friendly. The ambience is very cool too!

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Authentic Mexican! Good value, great food and drinks, and nice staff. What more could you want!!

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Amazingly bright and cheery atmosphere. Wonderful variety of food choices and excellent wait staff. Truly enjoyable experience.

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Awesome food, fun atmosphere, great service. Love this place. The ambiance is just perfect. Can't wait to go back.

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