the best thing here was the jarrito Embarrassing cemita frozen chicken from a bag like a mcdonald chicken nugget no papalo no chipotles pretty much just the comercial frozen chicken with some chicken and 2 slices avocado what a shame service was poor and ambiance i keep it read more

food is always great here. they need more people answering the phones on the weekends.

Ordered 5 tacos, 1 Jarritos, LG Horchata $26 and some change, tacos were $16, charged $3 for the soda and $6 for LG Horchata which I thought was pretty steep for beverages. 4 bistek, 1 chicken Tacos were cold, and lacked anything special. I didn't have the chicken but was told after one bite it was disgusting and to never order come there again. Ended on a positive note, the horchata is good! read more

Always incredibly friendly and quick service, and some of the best tacos I've ever had.

Amazing the best in the city of Camden !!!! I will definitely be coming back soon! I ordered the birra tacos

I am always on the search for authentic Mexican food while living on the East Coast and I had this hankering for tacos today! My partner in crime lives in Camden and we wanted try a restaurant locally because of the diverse Hispanic community in the city and found this place in Cramer Hill! The menu itself is no frills with options for tacos, tortas (Mexican version of a sandwich, but better), burritos, enchiladas with any type of meat filing you can imagine! It was definitely hard to make a decision! Anyways, the food was incredible! We got a plate with a variety of tacos and split the Milanesa torta with chicken! The salsas that they served alongside the tacos were a chipotle red salsa and this spicy green avocado and green chile salsa! Oh I could have drank this on its own. So effin' good. The tacos fillings were all deliciously prepared and left us wanting more. The Milanesa Torta had a perfectly toasted roll with delicious avocado, tomato, lettuce, and jalapeños! I can't wait to go back and try more things off this menu! read more

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I used to frequent their smaller locale.... and though the prices have changed the food is as delicious and authentic as ever! Freshly made nachos chips with as ordered guac are a must have. Lots of tacos varieties, my favorite is carnitas and al pastor with a touch of the zesty green sauce. read more

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I have been to the Taquiera Calpenas at the Camden and Columbus Flea Market locations. The tacos are fresh, stuffed, reasonably priced and delicious. My favorites ones are the steak, chicken, pastor and carnitas. read more

Taqueria La Calpeña - Mexican Near Me - Camden, New Jersey

Been here a few times over the 3 years. Consistent, delicious and friendly. Have had tortas, tacos and burritos. Flavorful, filling and inexpensive. Whenever I am in the area I always have to stop in and eat. read more

I came to LaCalpena if they're trying their food at the Columbus market. I loved their tacos. Always dug the green salsa and the chiles in vinegar. I finally mustered up the courage to try their store in Camden New Jersey. I got two chicken tostadas and four tacos. Absolutely slammin'. Watch for bones or gristle in meats but that should be assumed. My buddy got carnitas and did a thorough dissection of them. He got suadero also and said they were great. Well the menu said 2.50 a taco and the bill said 3. This made my order 20 instead of 16.50 but the guy there was cool. He stated they had new prices. You can't list one thing and charge another so the guy admirably fixed it. He also tossed me a chilis n minaga. Amazing. I'll go back no doubt. Good holding of ordering discrepancy by the person at the store. read more

Taqueria La Calpeña - Chicken, carnitas and suadero tacos - Mexican Near Me - Camden, New Jersey

I ordered the Cemita de Pollo Milanese and holy effin cow was this one of the best sandwiches I have ever had. So many delicious flavors packed into every bite. Would definitely order again. read more

Taqueria La Calpeña - Camden, NJ Mexican, dine-in, carry out, children friendly, street parking, moderately priced Pros (+) No frills, fresh, made-to-order, friendly staff, cards accepted, family owned & operated, clean Cons (-) Unassuming storefront, dim lighting, neutral décor, +/- dry The taqueria is a quick turn off of 27th street, and slightly reclusive. Taqueria La Calpeña's menu is simple while including all of the essentials. Service is swift and the clientele, welcoming. Family, friends, and couples alike comingled at dinner on a Thursday night. The group and I shared an array of chicken, carnitas, shrimp, and beef tacos--it's easy to down a few of these without noticing. When our loaded burritos and quesadillas started arriving, we realized our eyes may have been bigger than our stomachs. This store is dry, but there are a variety of specialty beverages to supplement fountain drinks. We washed tacos down with a spicy horchata; a strange mix perhaps, but fun nonetheless. Taqueria La Calpeña's hours are wide enough to accommodate early lunch and a late dinner. Carry out is easy and quick enough, too, for when you're on the run. The vibe here isn't overly formal, and it also isn't overtly casual. Instead, the experience is pretty black and white. For instance, it may not be the best spot for extended visits or special occasions, but it's certainly an easy Friday night dinner spot for the family. It's like Chipotle, but with table service. Certainly a spot to check out for any Mexican-loving eater. Verdict: Tasty and reliable Mexican for daily visits with family and friends alike. ^MR ----------------------------------------- Taqueria La Calpeña - Camden, NJ Pros Delicious food Quick service Nice/Accommodating Staff Large portion size Cons A little too dim/dark in the dining area Not very lively A bit Pricey Dry; does not service alcohol Time, Date Thursday April 20, 2017 . 6:00pm Taqueria La Calpena was a pretty decent place to sit down and have some authentic Mexican food. I went with two other friends and we filled up good with some soft tacos and burritos and scrumptious cup of horchata. I am sure everyone is happy with a bellyful of food when they go out, so wonder no more if you are looking for the right spot! Here, the portion sizes are pretty generous and meaty if you are into that sort of thing. On top of that, the workers are very friendly although their English is not that great, they know enough to communicate and take care of you. The service is quick and fast and you do not feel like you are waiting an eternity for your meal. The downside is the lighting of the place. I do not know if it was just that evening they decided to be that dim but it wasn't very endearing. Also although the staff was welcoming, the venue did not seem very hyper as I am used to in other Mexican restaurants. I give it leeway to think it is because it is family owned. But apart from those two things, this place is awesome. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. It's delicious and it will fill you up. It may be a bit pricey but hey, people have bills to pay, right? JL read more

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My honey brought me tacos from here for lunch. They were very fresh and authentic. He got me four different kinds, my favorite was the chicken. We also had pork, beef, and one other which I can't remember. They come with cilantro, lettuce, radishes and 2 types of sauces. The green one is super hot so I stayed away from that one. The red one is a chipotle type sauce which was very delicious. Can't wait to try other things from here. read more

Great al pastor and cabeza tacos. Tried them at the Meadowlands flea market. Fresh red and green salsa. Home made horchata and lemonade. Will definitely try suadero and barbacoa. read more

Took a while to get there from Philly but it was worth it. "Authentic" as it can get. Notice I didn't use the word traditional, but authentic. The owners and cooks are from a small town in Mexico and bring that flavor to this part of the country without skipping a beat. The location might seem sketchy to some, but it felt safe. read more

On Tues 3/10 around 12pm, I enjoyed an EXCELLENT chicken burrito during my lunch break between classes. There was plenty of parking available across the street and the service was super fast, even with a steady lunch-hour crowd! Our food came out hot and it was delicious. I look forward to going again and bringing some friends who would also enjoy the authentic Mexican food! read more

Taqueria La Calpeña - Chicken Burrito! - Mexican Near Me - Camden, New Jersey

My cousin and I went to the restaurant on Saturday for lunch and we had chicken quesadillas which were very good. We ordered our food and within five minutes we received our meal. The woman who greeted us when we walked in was very friendly but one of the serves seemed to be having an off day. I would recommend the restaurant to anyone who is looking to have a nice authentic Mexican meal for a good price. read more