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.

I genuinely do not understand all the poor reviews for this place--particularly the ones…read morecomplaining about price. Yes, Black Cactus is expensive, but it's not any worse in that regard than any of the other places in Avalon or Stone Harbor of a similar caliber. No one is suprised by the bill at Jay's or Diving Horse. This isn't supposed to be some cheapo taco cabana bar and I get the impression there's some misplaced expectations among some of the other reviewers. I def think Anthony Bourdain was onto something when he puzzled over the fact that people will happily spend $40 a plate at an Italian restaurant but think that Mexican food--which is every bit as complex and rich in heritage--is supposed to be dirt cheap. Anyway, off my soapbox. :) We were one of only two tables in the place on an early September weeknight evening, which was surprising--I really hope they do better in the summer months so they can stick around. We had excellent and super fresh guacamole, flavorful carnitas, fish tacos, and a very interesting and rich chocolate dessert. The drink menu was also varied and nicely done. I enjoyed the Bootsy Collins which had a nice zip and was not overly sweet, and my partner splurged on the El Jefe margarita--very smooth! The only "miss" in my book was the queso. BC's queso is a very light, runny version with no tomatoes, onions, chili, etc. that seemed intentionally aerated. The flavor wasn't bad, but I'd skip that next time as it didn't really scratch the queso "itch" and would likely work better as a sauce over something else. Service was perfectly attentive and the decor is cool. Definitely a welcome, different vibe.

The black cactus is a great new restaurant in Avalon. A lot of younger adults are working here and…read morethey're very kind and attentive. I loved my fish tacos there's a picture of them below. The happy hour deal is decent. It's $2 off everything on the menu & a $12 house margarita. I was supposed to get a picture of others included I also love the ambience. You have the option to sit inside or outside. I went twice within my weekend visit because it was so good!

I chose the three tacos.It was the Pulled Pork with pickled vegetables, and a side order of rice…read moreand beans Wife's choice was the taco sampler which comes with soup We Brought in our own beer and that was okay as it is a BYOB. Service was very good , and i loved my tacos. The wife enjoyed hers but the soup not so much. A little bland.

the food is so authentic! it doesn't look like much on the outside but what an awesome vibe inside!…read morecan't wait to go back!

Had a lovely dinner here with friendly service. Cute themed restaurant in the heart of society…read morehill. I loved the enchiladas and the tortilla soup that was poured tableside.

Very much enjoyed our Monday-evening dinner with friends. On a Monday evening, it was quieter…read moretoward the front, but the back room was energetic. The decorations were festive, perhaps for the holidays, perhaps year-round--we'll have to return to find out! Service was terrific and the food delicious. We shared: - Guacamole de la casa (3 guacamoles: mango, spicy, and regular), each of which were tasty and everyone had a different favorite! - Chips con 3 salsas (red, green, and borracha), each of which were tasty and I couldn't pick a favorite! Two diners had the Quesabirrias tacos and one the Lengua tacos--everyone was pleased with their order. I tried the Carne Asada from the grill and while the sweet plantains were prepared in a drier/crispier style than I prefer, the meat was perfectly seasoned. We shared an order of churros and tres leches cake--the latter was drier than expected, but the 3 churro-lovers thought they were terrific (crispy on the outside, softer on the inside).

If you blink while driving past this place you will miss it. And let me start by saying you do not…read morewant to miss this place so do not blink. First we started with a Mexican Coke and they never disappoint. The wife and I started off with the Al Pastor and the steak tacos, which were outstanding!!!! This will definitely be one of my top two taco spots! Next we had the guacamole with chicharron which was amazing and it included tortilla chips. Lastly we ended our lunch with the Birria Egg Rolls they were on another level of greatness, we will get them again for sure. Now let's talk about the 5 star service, our waitress Gabriela was freaking excellent we couldn't have asked for a better waitress. She was so friendly and pleasant I wish more waitresses were more like her. The ambiance was great the eating area has a pink theme and they decorated for Christmas very well because the colors did not clash it all blended well. We cannot wait to come back, but next time we will bring the whole family. Do not think twice about it just walk in and be ready for some greatness! I had to comeback and edit my post. I forgot one of the most important parts of the meal, the tortillas are homemade and they are phenomenal!!!!!

We visited this cozy(and extremely pink) little taco spot twice in a week because the food was so…read moregood! Five stars for the steak tacos and the fajitas. The table side guacamole tasted great but $17 is really excessively priced for what it is. The torta had great flavor but way too large, smaller would be easier to eat without a fork and no one wants to bring home leftovers at lunch time.

cute neighbors spot with great mexican food!…read more my friend and i made a reservation for 8p on cinco de mayo -- we did not realize it was cinco de mayo until we were on our way over to the restaurant, and it was crazy packed. even with a reservation, we had to wait for a table. we were seated outside initially, despite our reservation for an inside table. we did request to move inside since it was cold and windy outside, and our waiter jose told us it would take 20 more minutes. we were at the restaurant for over an hour by the time we were finally seated inside. once inside, our orders were quickly taken, and the food came out quickly. at that point, we were starving -- coming here on cinco de mayo was a mistake. the food here is excellent. the tacos al pastor were some of the best tacos i've had. the pork was so juicy and flavorful. the drinks (horchata & jamaica) were also packed with flavor and tasted incredibly authentic. the elote was delicious as well, and i enjoyed how much pulpo/octopus was on the menu. there were so many other things i wanted to try! our waiter jose was also very sweet. he apologized for the delay in getting seated, and you could tell they were working really hard to get through the rush. i would not come back on cinco de mayo, but i would definitely recommend this spot for a casual dinner.

I wasn't impressed with the drinks or food. I always judge Mexican restaurants by their salsa and…read morethat was terrible. I got mahi-mahi tacos and the fish was rough and I got a specialty margarita that I had to return because it was so bad. Nice ambiance but not authentic Mexican food at all

I have been to Salinas several times when visiting my parents.The customer service is always great…read more They treat us like family when we arrive. Ramon is my absolute favorites. His recommendations are always spot on. The empanadas were out of this world, filled with shrimp and cheese. The tree sauces were superb but the cheese sauce stole the show. The crust was flaky and fried to perfection. The seafood soup was filled with a scallops, mussels,octopus, fish and shrimp. It was hearty and I really enjoyed it. The salmon was was a huge flaky portion and it was cooked to perfection. The accompaniments paired perfectly. My son ordered chicken noodle soup and it was phenomenal. The soup was soooooo good and broth was very tasty. Overall I recommend Salinas! You will not be disappointed!

Second time there. Was not disappointed. Had the Pollo Hawaiiano. It was delicious. Grilled…read morechicken, mixed with fajita vegetables, pineapples, and teriyaki sauce over rice. It also included a salad. I always enjoy the atmosphere, the colorful Mexican decor.

I'm a burrito-loving girl -- if there's a Chipotle nearby, I'm usually there. But I've officially…read morefound my new favorite spot: Las Chilangas. Every time I'm in Monroe Township, I have to stop at this adorable little Mexican restaurant. The place is immaculate, and the decor is perfectly on point -- cozy, cute, and so inviting. The staff is truly one of a kind -- the sweetest, most helpful people who happily guide you through the menu. Their burritos are my absolute favorite: simple, fresh, and incredibly delicious. My daughter is obsessed with their tacos. They call them "American tacos" (I'm still not sure why!), but she loves every single one -- fish, beef, chicken -- she devours them all! If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and try Las Chilangas. It's become a must-stop for us!

Good Mexican cuisine. Not the best we've had though. The food was alittle bland to be honest. The…read morestaff and service was very good. Chicken needed more flavor and I feel like when getting chicken tacos chicken should be shredded for Mexican not cubed.

A Stellar Experience at Mi Casa Tu Casa - Brick, NJ!…read more I recently called Mi Casa Tu Casa to ask if I could bring my Ocean County College Women's Basketball Team in for a team dinner the night before our season kickoff -- and from that first phone call, their excitement and kindness were unmatched! They were so happy to host us and made every step of the experience easy and enjoyable. They even offered our players 10% off their meals, which were absolutely delicious! The tacos are an incredible deal -- four for just $15-- full of flavor and perfectly portioned. The appetizers were reasonably priced and packed with taste, chips and salsa come to table when dinning in, and to top it off, the staff surprised us with a few sweet treats for the table as a thank-you gesture -- such a thoughtful touch that meant so much to our team. There's plenty of seating and space for groups, making it a great spot for family dinners, team outings, or celebrations. The staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely happy to have us there. It's always special to support small businesses that continue to support our local programs, and Mi Casa Tu Casa truly embodies community, generosity, and great service. In today's tough economic climate, it felt amazing to dine somewhere that not only serves amazing food but also values people, community and connection. Ratings: Food: 10/10 Atmosphere: 10/10 -- spacious, welcoming, and perfect for groups Pricing: $-$$ (great value for the quality and quantity!) Waitstaff: 10/10 Good People: 10/10 Thank you, Mi Casa Tu Casa, for your outstanding hospitality and for helping us kick off our season with full hearts and full stomachs!

I was in the area and wanted to try something different.. the food didn't had taste at all.. no…read moreseasoning and no flavor. I wasted my money on 2 plates. At least I tried it and not going back.