Love love love this place! tacossss…read more Last time I came, I got the reasonably priced taco trio. Tried the blackened cod; Caulifuego with crispy Nashville hot cauliflower, slaw, avocado, honey sriracha and queso franco; Purple Rain with birria meat, pickled red onion, chili lime mayo and cilantro. Ordered in my least to most fav! Inhaled the birria taco and the spicy crispy cauliflower is delicious. Also love their verde and hot sauces. The sauce on the purple rain taco was The inside is super clean and colorful, the staff is super friendly and there's a large window peering into the kitchen - you can tell those chefs KNOW WHAT THEY'RE DOING :) They come out with new special tacos like a Big Mac taco! So stop by and try a staple or something new - it's worth it!!!

If you're ever in a bad mood just come here and enjoy a meal. The employees here are probably the…read morenicest people I've ever encountered in this town, and this is not a one off thing. Every single time I've been here the service here is always exceptionally friendly. Even when I ordered on Cinco de Mayo (against my better judgement) when they were slammed with orders and a bit behind on times the employees here are so nice that not one customer was getting mad. They worked their butts off to keep everyone happy and get everyone their orders as fast as they could. The service alone is 5 stars but then you get your meal. Everything is fresh, delicious and prepared well. Highly recommend stopping in. If it's a nice day grab a table outside.

Another Mexican spot fairly close to my house that I frequent. They have a nice outdoor seating…read morearea for the warmer weather and it is BYOB here which is a plus. Our waiter this time around was very friendly and patient with us. I got my usual when I go out to eat at a Mexican restaurant - tamale and enchiladas. The tamale was steaming when it came out and the mole had a distinct spice flavor to it. The enchiladas were eh in my opinion. The rice was over cooked and the verde sauce didn't seem homemade like the verde they served with the chips. The cheese empanada and chorizo tacos were good. The Molcajete they serve here though is one of the best in the area. We also got a burrito to go when we ordered and it was ready by the time we signed the check.

very expensive now, they have increased cost by 30% and removed the rice and beans from their lunch…read morespecial to make things worse they added a built in 10% gratuity( for our group of two) that isnt shown unless you ask for receipt breakdown.... and there are not prices on the menu to boot ...we love the staff though, hope the owner gets their head outta there burro before they have to close the doors.

holy crap. my family and i have been searching for a good mexican restaurant for awhile now! this…read moreplace was awesome. first of all, the presentation was great--all of our food came out looking pristine, pretty, and very appetizing. the dessert plating was the best. i tried the chimichanga, the enchiladas, their fajitas, the tacos, and their chips. everything was delicious. i had the shrimp burrito for my main and it was so filling; the shrimp were huge. it was stuffed with rice and beans, so it definitely was worth the price. it's been hours and i'm still quite full. we asked for extra hot sauce, and their diablo was the best (ask for it)!!! you can sit inside or outside, and they play music so the atmosphere is great. we sat outside; there's a canopy around the outside seating so it's private (not fully out in the open which was appreciated. there's nice lighting, plants, and seating. the service was very friendly and fast! everyone was kind, had no problem explaining the menu, and were accommodating. my favorite thing was the flan. it was creamy, sweet, and also super filling. the tres leches, however, was SOAKED. oh my god, i recommend it--the desserts were amazing. i have never been so full in my life. this is now our go-to spot! please show this place some love! the menu is very vast, organized, and there's so many interesting choices to choose from. definitely come here!!!!

I work in the area and was looking for a good place to get lunch. Found this place online and…read moredecided to check it out based on the great reviews and was so glad I did. They have a few tables inside and I was happy to see it was crowded. We sat outside which was really nice. They also offer a lunch menu which I like. I got the chicken quesadilla which was really good. Not a huge portion but it hit the spot. We also got the chimichanga Tulum which was huge and so good. Definitely would come back!!

Great tacos and probably the best in the area. Authentic Mexican tacos, open late on weekends, and…read morea good eat if you are hungry late at night.

Inexpensive and delicious. Just the place a college town needs. Mr. tacos is the restaurant New…read moreBrunswick deserves! Buen provecho

Along Howell Township, you will find this Mexican restaurant within this gas station. I have been…read morewanting to go there ever since discovering that chicken mascot a while ago. Brand: 5/5 El Buen Taco and Grill fits within this gas station in Howell Township, and I will say that it fits well, for it contains so much potential. It manages to evoke the Mexican restaurant vibe, which would not have been effective if it did not bring me there in the first place. Inside, you will find many aspects of Mexican cuisine everywhere, from the beverages to the candies to the menu dishes. I did like the brochure design, though I am not sure if the establishment is undergoing a name change. I am going to miss the chicken mascot if it does. Website: 5/5 Coming to the opening page immediately sold me on this establishment, for you are greeted with the chicken mascot during the loading screen. The red-and-green color scheme exemplifies the website, and the functionality of the website feels slick with a few exceptions. You are also brought to the description of the eatery, along with the menu that brings you various meals, from breakfast to lunch, though the images at at the bottom of the page. They also offer catering. Wait Time: 5/5 I did not have to worry about waiting for my order, even though I abruptly said "No" when asked if I needed anything else with my order, just to search around. Ambiance: 4/5 The Mexican music plays over the radio with a welcoming volume. You will also find a coffee machine. There are also glass counters showing the various dishes. While every part of the interior seemed festive, I did not find a place to sit at. Food: 5/5 I ordered the Huevos a la Mexicana, which consists of scrambled eggs with onions, tomatoes, hot peppers, rice, beans, sides of hot sauce and green sauce, and a couple of rolls, with a Bocadin chocolate bar. Every part of the dish had a well-prepared texture, from the rolls to the ingredients. The rolls held their form every time I added the ingredients. While I did think onions had some crunchy texture, I nonetheless enjoyed the scrambled eggs, while the rice had the right amount of seasoning. For more than one year, I have been trying to keep up my bean intake, but I never would have thought that beans could be prepared so savory as the ones in this dish. That just might be my most favorite part of the dish, with the gravy somehow adding to the taste with every bite, whether eaten by themselves or within the rolls. Service: 5/5 The owner managed to take my order without any issues. Worth The Money?: 5/5 The authentic Mexican cuisine absolutely reflects El Buen's brand, from the website to the very plastic container with my order. While I did get my order on time and the food was appropriately cooked for the time it took, I did think that the establishment would have needed more people working there, even if it was a small, gas station eatery. After a day of snow, I will say that the Huevos a la Mexicana managed to warm and fill me up throughout the day, and the owner put a lot of work into it. The greatest contribution food can give you is if it gives you a positive feeling throughout the day. The dish managed to do that, despite a winter day or even no place to sit at inside. Nonetheless, the ambiance did not dissuade me from waiting patiently. If anything, it accurately reflected the overall brand. My order did come with a free soda or water, which I politely declined both offers. In which case, I will absolutely say that the order was well worth it. Rating: 5/5 Stars Small eateries that have large amounts of good tastes give me hope, and El Buen is no exception. This establishment has so much potential. I would consider it a third choice for Mexican cuisine, but I would always want to try more of the menu items. Recommend To... Anyone looking to immerse themselves with Mexican cuisine and treats (of course, specifically anyone looking to brush up their Spanish language knowledge). I also recommend El Buen to anyone who works on the road and need a quick, filling meal.

After reading the reviews and discovering that there's a birria in the area, I had to give this…read moreplace a try. I ordered the chilaquiles and couldn't decide which sauce to have, so the owner gave both red and green sauce. We all loved it. The chips were fresh. Hubs' only complaint was that I didn't order it sunny side up. Of course, we also the beef birria and thought the meat was nice and soft. The consommé was awesome. The tacos were equally good but hubs only took a couple of bites. Daughter and I were fighting over it. LOL. Lastly, we ordered the lengua tacos. We saw the it on the menu and immediately got the tacos and we were glad we ordered it. The tacos was cooked nice and soft. The red and green sauce were a nice touch. Daughter loved it and thought it was soft and bursting in flavor. Hubs loved it and thought that it's about time that Monmouth county had something besides beef, pork and fish tacos. Service was friendly but a little slow because they cook everything fresh. It was well worth it! I am so glad there's birria in this neck of the woods. Will definitely return to try other items on the menu!

We visit here after the BTS concert which was out of our way. I must say! The food was excellent…read more The customer was amazing. The ambiance was beautiful. They but another if time and effort into making this wonder business. I wish it was larger. Other customers were very rude by hoarding the chairs from other tables placing them at their table while not using them the entire time we were in the restaurant. It was hard to enjoy our food while grown adults were being rude to quiet teenagers because they did not want them to sit. The time was 11:30 pm The food was exceptional. The steak quesadilla was perfectly crisp on the outside, with tender, flavorful meat and melted cheese that made every bite indulgent. It's the kind of dish that reminds you why you love food...simple ingredients elevated with skill and pride. The only downside had nothing to do with the restaurant itself. A group of customers were hoarding chairs and behaving rudely toward teenagers who simply wanted a place to sit. It made it difficult to enjoy our meal while grown adults were pointing, laughing, and creating an uncomfortable environment. After a long day, I wasn't going to allow anyone to make my children feel unwelcome, so I spoke up. Despite that, Taco Empreso delivered an outstanding culinary experience. The food, the service, and the atmosphere were all truly impressive -- a 10/10 visit, and absolutely worth the detour.

Came back with an appetite and a group of four to try more of the menu. Even around 8:00 PM on a…read moreWednesday, the room was insanely packed. We ordered the La Familia spread of 12 tacos and the El Chapo loaded nachos with a chip base. Those nachos were incredible, the Indian-inspired blend of cilantro and chipotle sauce made them so saucy and packed with flavor. For the tacos, we ordered the steak, birria with cheese, butter chicken, hot Nashville, and baja chicken. The birria and chicken tacos were the best. Both house drinks were great too. The horchata was very sweet, while the jamaica had more intense flavor than usually, still very good. The only real disappointment was the coconut shrimp taco, it was forgotten initially, and when it finally arrived, it felt underwhelming with two small shrimp and minimal flavor for $6.50. That said, the overall experience and creative fusion flavors still make this a fun spot to visit with friends.

We always pass Sofia Taqueria when coming on and off the GSW but have never taken the time to go…read morehere. My husband and I finally came out on a Sunday at around 12:30 PM. The place is just as colorful and decorative inside as it is on the outside. They have different specials everyday and during the weekend they offer brunch specials along with bottomless mimosas. On Mondays they have buy 1 get 1 free margaritas. Happy Hour Monday-Thursday and other specials on all the other weekdays. My husband and I got some cocktails, guacamole, I got the chicken fajitas, and my husband got the birria tacos. I loved my espresso martini as it had a chocolate hint too it which I feel many places don't do anymore. My husband got the peach and mango belinni where the mango flavor was stronger than the peach which I loved because I am a mango fan. My husband wished his taco shells for the birria were a bit harder/crunchier but other than that he loved the flavor. I loved my chicken fajiatas as the chicken was still very tender. It also lasted me another 2 meals after this one. Although this place is a little on the pricier side I feel like you get your moneys worth. Plus the service is good and very fast.

I've been going to this location since it opened. The ambiance is fun and lively, the service is…read morealways good. The servers are friendly and knowledgeable. The cocktails are good and a fun variety at reasonable prices. The food has always been good but the menu is shrinking. For instance under Platos, there used be 2 fish options, then 1 and now there isn't any. The carnitas plate is gone also, this was my favorite. I still like this restaurant but it is more of a lunch location than a dinner location for me.

Food: GOOD. Service: GOOD…read moreCharging for refills on chips and salsa: BAD IDEA Charging a fee for CC use: BAD IDEA The flavor on the enchiladas was excellent.

I love this place. The decor is nice and everytime I have gone the staff is too. My waiter was a…read moresoft spoken man who was very attentive! This was my first time having birria and it was so delicious! I liked having the option to substitute the side of beans for extra rice too. I've now been here two times and I want to come back!

The flavors and the value at this place are off the charts. Four people can share the $35 Birria…read morePizza and you won't go home hungry. The Service is friendly and attentive. It's not fancy and that's the point. Highly recommend.

The pizza birria is a must! Worth the short wait on busy nights. Food comes out fairly quickly…read more BYOB is recommended as an addition to the yummy drinks made in house.

Let's get the obvious out of the way: yes, this is a gas station taco shop. Which also means it's…read moreexactly the kind of place where you hope to find great Mexican food. The tortillas were fresh, the shrimp tacos were surprisingly good, and the salsas tasted homemade and packed plenty of flavor. I'll definitely be back to try the chile relleno. The prices are a tad high for what you get, and I wish they offered some chips and salsa to snack on while waiting. Still, for quick roadside eats, this is a solid stop that's well worth pulling over for.

Hubs and I have been wanting to come here for a while. This place is located at a gas station. I've…read morealways believed that food served at a gas station restaurant is always good. Hubs got the Taco Lengua, which is beef tongue taco. The order comes with 3 tacos and is ridiculously heavily filled. He said that the beef tongue is nice and soft. The provided brown sauce was very spunky and the green sauce was pretty good as well. It was nice and tart. He said that it was one of the best tacos that he's had. I got the Plato de Chile Relleno along with a side of tortillas. We were surprised to see that the rellenos came with macaroni salad instead of rice, but it was delicious! The beans were nice, soft and flavorful. Chile rellenos were delicious, as well. Everything was made to order and delicious. All came with chips and soda. There were some booths in the back alongside the wall but we chose to eat at a community table in the middle. There wasn't anyone sitting there. This place is struggling. We were told that customers have stopped coming since the new administration took over. Hopefully, business will pick up soon for them. Service was quick and friendly. Will definitely return to try other items on the menu.