The affordability crisis may provide an opportunity to bash the same politicians that you already…read morehated, citing inaccurate Facebook memes. It's an also an opportunity to thank Tacoria for the "small" nachos, currently $10 and not small. When I discovered the JC branch circa 2020 Uber delivery, it was definitely one of the cheapest non-pizza options in coastal NJ. The golden avocado is perhaps the best of the main ingredients but multiple versions benefit from the escabeche peppers. (I will confess that I have ordered different things partly for the sake of having non-duplicate Yelp photo ops). You'll also enjoy the hot sauces and guava basil beverage.

My wife and I stopped by Tacoria on March 8, 2026 planning to order food. While I was standing in…read moreline at the register preparing to place our order, my wife politely asked if she could use the restroom. A cashier immediately tried to stop her from going, even though we were clearly customers already waiting in line to order. What made the situation worse was what happened next. A manager identified as Justin and another cashier began arguing about the situation in front of customers. Instead of calmly explaining any policy, the discussion turned into an awkward back-and-forth between staff members while we stood there waiting. The entire interaction became uncomfortable and embarrassing, and it felt like we were being treated as if we had done something wrong simply for asking to use the restroom while waiting to order. If the restaurant has a policy that restrooms are only for paying customers, that's completely understandable. However, there was no visible sign anywhere explaining that policy. Situations like this should be handled professionally and respectfully, especially when customers are already in line to make a purchase. What could have been a simple moment of customer service instead turned into an unnecessarily uncomfortable experience. I hope management reviews how staff communicate policies with customers and considers posting clear signage about restroom access so situations like this can be avoided in the future.

I had such a great experience at Fat Taco in Hoboken! The food was absolutely delicious--everything…read moretasted fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. The tacos were packed with ingredients and had the perfect balance of textures, and the portions were super satisfying. The staff was also really friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. The vibe of the place is fun and laid-back, perfect for grabbing a quick bite or hanging out with friends. Definitely one of my go-to spots in Hoboken now. Highly recommend if you're craving amazing tacos!

I went to Fat Taco Hoboken today at 1pm for Saturday Brunch. The environment was very nice, dimly…read morelit and peaceful. I ordered two drinks that were on special which were a mimosa bucket and Tequila Sunrise. The drinks were good. As for the food, I ordered a Birria Grill cheese and home fries which were decent. My date ordered the Birria Tacos and Mexican Street Corn which she did not enjoy. But overall, the prices were not expensive at all but the waiters do not take orders. You start a tab and close the tab on your phone which is new to me because it makes the waiters obsolete in my opinion.

I used to visit this place often when I lived in JC.. and now when I'm in the area, I try to make a…read morestop to get their tacos. It never disappoints! Authentic tacos, great service and friendly laid back ambiance. Give it a try! 4 chicken tacos for $12. Can't go wrong.

Stopped by here for a quick lunch with my sister before heading back to work. It was Taco Tuesday…read moreso we had to celebrate accordingly and El Ranchero is the perfect spot because they throw in an extra taco on Tuesdays as part of their deal! The service was great. Our server was very on top of her stuff, making sure we had everything we needed and we were enjoying the food. She even let us practice our Spanish with her when ordering! My sister ordered the chicken tinga tacos and I ordered the beef birria. Both taco orders came with 5 tacos (because of the deal, it is typically 4), onions, cilantro, lime, and radish. Don't sleep on the radish, it my favorite part to add a nice crunch! Both meats were very flavorful and tender. They also gave us green and hot salsa on the side (green was my fave) and the birria tacos came with some delicious consommé for dipping. We also ordered guac and chips as an appetizer which was very fresh, and our favorite jarritos flavors to drink. It's decorated very nicely inside - no frills, a few tables and chairs inside for dining in and even a bar-style area with stools for those dining by themselves. They also offer takeout of course, but I honestly enjoyed sitting down because everything was very quick and they took great care of us. We walked, but there is only street parking so keep that in mind when traveling here.

Ordered: Mixto Aguachiles Verde (~$23): raw & cooked shrimp,…read moreoctopus, fish, cucumber, red onion, and avocado Tostada La Consentida (~$14): fresh tuna, macha salsa, avocado The Craken Taco (~$7): octopus, chihuahua cheese, avocado, macha salsa Pescado Taco (~$5): tomato, cucumber, onion, cilantro, cabbage, and house salsa Costra Taco (~$5): ribeye steak, queso chihuahua, arbol salsa 1/2 Dozen Camarones Zarandeados A La Parilla (~$14) Aya's take: I've been to the OG location in Jackson Heights and was excited to hear they've expanded to NJ. My order was entirely different than last time and I think I got the perfect spread, if I do say so myself. We started with the Mixto Aguachiles Verde. It's a large portion great for sharing, with a generous amount of seafood, and super bright and moderately spicy. It's quite refreshing and such a good bite on a hot day. You eat it with the crispy tostada shells they provide. The Tostada La Consentida might have been my favorite bite. The tuna was super thin, clean, and fresh, the avocado was soft and creamy, and the macha salsa was actually spicy and had some crunchy bits. It was the perfect combination of good flavor, good texture, and uniqueness. You have to get Camarones Zarandeados A La Parilla while you're here. I inhaled these! The shrimp were grilled to perfection. The smokiness mixed with a squeeze of lime were to die for! The Craken Taco was also a good try and very satisfying with the chihuahua cheese. I was so surprised that the Costra Taco was might favorite of the three considering it's a seafood spot but don't sleep on the ribeye! All in all, this meal actually hit the spot and I left happy & satisfied.

So fresh and delicious, definitely a great no frills local joint to hang with your friends. The…read moreserves are super nice too tldr: They serve pulpo!!! Highlight: the aguachiles, tacos, and MEX/MARGS

Located inside Chelsea Market, these are easily the best tacos I've had in America. Everything is…read moremade fresh to order, and they were so good that we actually got back in line for a second round! We ordered the Nopal (grilled cactus) and the Carne Asada (grilled steak), and both were absolutely delicious. The staff was friendly and helpful, making the experience even better. Just be prepared to wait in line if you visit during peak hours, but trust me, they're worth it.

Great tacos with the best corn tortilla I've ever had. We had carne asada, chicken and carnitas…read more The carnitas was pretty spicy. We also had chips with guacamole - super fresh, but missed mashing some really big pieces of avocado. Warning- You will wait in a very long line. This place is really popular. The line moved fast and food came out quickly.

Solid Apollo Asado which comes with your choice of two sides for weekday lunch specials. It was…read more$12.99 and the portion was pretty big! Wish the chicken wasn't slightly overcooked and a bit juicier, but better overcooked than undercooked for chicken!

They need smarter people working here or it will cost them business. Came around 11 AM to get a…read moresteak and egg sandwich, I see that the meal with rice and beans is actually cheaper than how she charged me for the sandwich and I asked to switch and the lady was so confused not mention aloof. She had the comprehension of a child, and no one wants to deal with this level of stupidity when simply order food. I said it in English and I said it in Spanish so it wasn't a language barrier, then she calls a manager wasting time im paying to park, to ask how to ring it up. Lady just charged me the $20 how is this request so difficult!?!?!? Just go to La Isla around the corner, the food is better and the staff can complete simple orders. Horrible and incompetent service!

This is a good taco spot in Jersey city. It is cash only and the service was good. There's a good…read moreambience. They have a fan but no ac. Overall good burritos.

My kind of place--no frills, just good food!…read more We came here for a Sunday lunch and thoroughly enjoyed our meal. With plenty of locals dining here, you know it's got to be good. I had the veggie tostada, and my husband went for the chicken burrito. Both were delicious, and the sauces on the table were a fantastic addition--super flavorful! The place is small, so be patient and plan for a bit of a wait to get seated. Definitely coming back to try more dishes!

Great place to have a breakfast. Our server Leidy was amazing ( polite, friendly) . Dish was…read moredelicious no complains at all. Really ambiance place , price is comparable. Definitely recommend this place to everyone.

Came here with my sister a few weeks ago. They don't take reservation but they had open tables when…read morewe arrived. They're also BYOB so we picked up a bottle of wine from the liquor store a few doors down. I got the Camarones Al Ajillo and my sister ordered the Chuletas Encebolladas. Each dish comes with 2 sides and we both got white rice with black beans. Both dishes were good. The white since sauce with my dish was delicious but heavy. I loved it but avoid if you don't like a thick cream sauce. The food is a tad pricey but normal for the area and the portions are a good size. The dessert looked tasty but we were way too full for dessert. The restaurant was narrow but has a decent amount of seating. A cute place for date night.