TLDR: tasty food, slightly pricey I ordered the nachos and doblada. The nachos came generously piled on a plate. They were perfectly layered with cheese and toppings so that every chip had the perfect bite. The doblada was filled with chicken tinga, pico, and cheese - each bite was delicious. Everything was fresh and tasty, but the price was a little high for the items. If prices were a little lower I would come more frequently read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - Doblada - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

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This place is extremely authentic especially compared to the other surrounding Mexican restaurant options nearby. Our favorite place to come as a couple and with the kid. I'm very picky about the quality of my Mexican food as I eat it almost everyday. I can confidently say you need to try it for yourself to understand the legitimacy. Also the waiter is attentive and friendly each time we go. read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

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Fresh delicious authentic Mexican cuisine. Unique for North NJ! We loved the Chile Rellenos! Multiple visits. Obviously the food will speak for itself. read more

This place is just a 1/2 block off the main drag, and kind of tucked away, but WOW, what a great place. My son raved about their tortas, which I'd never had. Instead of my usual 3 tacos, I decided to do the torta, pork for the meat. This is my son's family go-to Mexican restaurant and will be a stop for us when we visit. read more

I had a great experience here. It was much better than I anticipated. Everything was fresh and cooked to order. The inside is small. The server was excellent. It is byob. Overall, a great experience. read more

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This is incredibly underrated, i accidentally type in the wrong mexican food place to eat, and i ended up here. And boy oh boy i did not regret it at all. It was very appealing to the eye and it tastes like heaven. ITS A MUST TRY!! read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

Very authentic Mexican food. Lots of options for very great prices and good portions. Best in Morris county read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

This neighborhood gem is everything it needs to be. Comfortable interiors and a straightforward menu with all of the classics. Personally, I thought the chorizo burrito was worth bragging about. The chicken burrito bowl was equally delicious. The neighbors speak well of the tacos. Service was polite and patient. read more

Amazing authentic Mexican food! Best in the area by far! We have never been disappointed. Service is top notch!

Walk off the streets of Chester and be transported south of the border! This quaint but vibrant "joint" provided rich and quality dishes of hearty proportions. Between the intensely intimate dining floor, the authentic music & decor, and the friendly service, Aztec Mexican in Chester, NJ, is an excellent lunch/dinner option for those who enjoy a flavor of South America and "hole-in-the-wall" styled dining. noteables: - reasonable pricing - BYOB read more

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Reviewing for takeout. Loved the flauta dish as well as the chicken nachos. Quite filling. El papi burrito was good. The Rodeo burrito was too salty and oily. read more

Food is outstanding, service is friendly and competent. Love this family-run local restaurant tucked right off the main strip in Chester. Tables for couples out front complete the good vibes read more

If you like dry and boring food, with bland flavor, as well as horrible portion control, go here. Just do not visit their website first, since that was apparently hacked. Anyway, check out the pics of the lettuce and tomato portions. Embarrassing. Do you use a teaspoon to serve the lettuce and tomato on a take out dish? As well, calling a burrito "the mendham" is absurd. Seriously, go to Dover for authentic flare, or even hit Morristown. . read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - a salad in a styrofoam container - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

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Not sure how we've missed this place in the past but I am so happy that we finally found it! It was around lunchtime on a Sunday, we were leaving Chester, pulled down a side street and brightly decorated front porch caught our eye. We immediately parked and walked right in. We were greeted promptly and seated at one of the few tables that were still available. Our waiter was friendly and his service was fast. We found so many delicious things on the menu we had a difficult time deciding, but once he read us the specials I knew - Birria Tacos with warm Consome. He was excited that I had ordered these tacos because it was a chilly fall day and he said they would warm me right up. He was right. Best birria tacos I've ever had. I think we found our new favorite little Mexican spot for lunch and we know to come on Sundays for their Sunday Special Birria Tacos! read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - So welcoming! - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

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Food was very authentic and had depth in flavor and texture! The molé sauce was the best I've ever had! read more

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The food here is really good the only issue is sometimes the order gets messed up when we take out. Seems like a family owned business so I am happy to support the business. Good Mexican food with nice flavor. read more

I can not recommend this place. Should have known it was not going to be good when we walked in and it was really cold, no heat. The chips and guacamole was fresh and a good start. But we had a chicken burrito and chicken street tacos. The chicken was old and dry. Must be premade like chipolte but worse. I would never go back and guess they will be out of business within a year. read more

HIDDEN JEM - aztecs been in chester for a while and in their long history here they've never reduced the quaility of the food or service. owner (Alex) is a super chill dude that runs this spot with his fam. Would defintely recommend you take the family out here to give it a try (classic burrito and guacamole are my go-to orders) read more

Many of the dishes are the top renditions we've had. Aztec is proof that great Mexican food is about the execution of great authentic recipes with quality ingredients. The dishes are delicious and the services is always friendly. The Mole is a favorite. Best of all, this is authentic Mexican, not Tex-Mex. The location just off Main Street and the colorful interior make for a great dining experience. There are a couple of seats outside too. read more

Had the mole enchiladas and they were so good, I even ate the rice and black beans which I never do. The rice was flavorful and fluffy! The guacamole and salsa were meh at best which was a bit of a let down but the food over came that. The MAJOR negative is the bench seating, it is two planks wide and nailed to the wall, it should be 3 wide to make it comfortable. I would just do take out the next time. read more

On the way to pumpkin picking, my friends and I decided to stop at Aztec for lunch. Aztec is small but very cutely decorated. I ordered the nacho appetizer as my meal - it was definitely big enough for an entrée. Overall the nachos were good. The guac was HEAVY on cilantro, so if you do not like cilantro, this may not be the best choice for you. My friend ordered the vegetarian burrito, which she said was good but lacked flavor. read more

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Very authentic Mexican food. The place is small but you can tell there is a lot of passion in the food. The food tastes clean and homemade not out of a box rice, beans, or entrees. read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - Shrimp Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

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Delicious birria tacos!!! So Glad I found this place, super authentic and is so good! Finally found a great and tasty Mexican place; will definitely come back, I'm from Mexico so I can tell it's authentic and fresh-home made read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - Birria Tacos, delicious!!! The best hangover cure! - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

My boyfriend and I have had take out from Aztec about 4 times now and finally decided that we needed to try it out in person. They NEVER disappoint!! Whether you are in the mood for take out or sit down, the quality is the same. Food wise - The nachos are the best we have ever had from any restaurant (5 stars!) and the burritos are a great size and very delicious. You definitely get what you pay for here. Also, the owner is extremely nice and welcoming! We'll definitely keep coming back. read more

One word: wow!!!!!!! The aesthetic, the food, the customer service!! All 5 stars!!!! The food was so fresh, the tortillas were warm and sturdy and flavorful--the perfect bases for the most flavorful delicious succulent savory juicy chicken I've ever had!!!! You MUST come here!!! You won't regret it!!! The topping were so fresh the salsa was so fresh this is hands down the best tacos I've ever had!!!! read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - a man taking a picture - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

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Food is great, dining area is ok, some outside seating is nice depending on time of year. Best Mexican in Chester. I recommend the chimichangas, fish tacos ( street) & nachos supreme. read more

I was in the area for the weekend so I found this place and wanted to give it a try. I love tacos. I love al pastor. Most places don't carry it. I ordered 3 tacos. Perfect size (double corn tortilla) Mexican style with tons of cilantro and slices of lime to squeeze on top. Day one I ordered al pastor, carnitas & bistec Went back the next day :) and ordered the pollo, al pastor & campechanos. I also asked for some hot sauce and was give a little bit of their house made ( I need to buy - it was amazing ) Ended it all with a massive cup of cafe de la olla Decor and music were great Food is a home run Service is excellent Prices are very good - each taco is $3.50 vs the tacos at Villalobos in Montclair for $6 & 7 each - plus these were filled pretty heavy. I'd go back in a heartbeat. read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

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Aztec has been my go to non-chain Mexican in the Randolph area for about 2 years now. The food is consistently delicious and the service professional. Their dishes are fun variation on classic fare and differentiates them from other run of the mill Mexican. I feel like the kitchen is run by a loving uncle or grandmother who wants to keep the culinary tradition alive. Post-COVID, I'm very glad they've been able to stay afloat and patronize them every chance I get to make sure they stay that way. Isolated pickup in the rear of the building has never made me feel unsafe and the staff have stayed upbeat and dedicated from what I can tell from my conversions with them. As a bonus, when you're done picking up your food you can hit the candy store or English tea biscuit places next door for tonight's dessert and the next day's breakfast. read more

We came here for lunch and were all blown away with how good the food was. You wouldn't expect it from the unassuming exterior but this food was delicious and definitely homemade. The seating is a little cramped however the server was extremely friendly and helpful. The mole enchiladas I ordered were so flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The portions were generous and nobody left hungry. We also shared the steak nachos and those were also great. I will definitely come back again and would recommend it to anyone looking for good Mexican food in the area. read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - Mole Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

I will go back to NJ just to eat here. After 30 years in Arizona I despaired of not finding good Mexican food again and was blown away. The owners are passionate about their food and it shows. Some lesser known dishes are family recipes which are prepared with love. You will find authentic and scrumptious food and kind hosts there. Enjoy. read more

Limited menu but food was super delicious. I had the pastor burrito. More than I can eat. Super fresh. Service could have been better. We had to ask for water and it was never refilled read more

Worst meal I've ever had. This meal was so bad, I'm writing my very first YELP review. 1. What is a margarita without tequila? We asked for margaritas(we'd brought a bottle of tequila, as we assumed it was BYOB). Our server, an unexperienced teenager, left and returned with ALCOHOL-less margs. When asked if these margs had alcohol we were met with a blank stare followed by a "no". The teen was not allowed to touch our bottle(underage). We took turns pouring tequila into our margs. Horrible. 2. We finished out "complimentary" chips and salsa. When we asked for a refill we were told it was an extra charge. Uh, no thanks. 3. Entrees were TERRIBLE. My chicken fajitas sucked, two friends ordered chalupas- one chicken the other veg. They ate two bites before pushing their plates away. read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

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I walked in without reservations since I am not from town and the waiters seemed to be a little uncomfortable since they had to sit 7 people. Other than that the service was good.. I am use to having a burrito with sauce on top and this seemed more like a wrap.. but it tasted good.. Restaurants usually offer chips and salsa but they don't. Clean Cool decor The Nacho suprime was yummy Small portions Chicken was raw read more

I would come here again and again. We sat outside for Saturday lunch. Inside was a little too tight and busy. But the decor was cool. The guacamole was so fresh and packed with flavor. It was zesty and refreshing. My mom and I both had the mixed fajita specials. It had shrimp, steak and chicken. A little bit of everything! A little pricey but well worth it. read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - Black beans and rice sides - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

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This place is a hidden gem! We consider ourselves Mexican food snobs as we have friends who are Mexican and make us great food. This restaurant is clearly run by a family and the food is made with love. Every dish tasted every bit as good as any Mexican food I have ever had. The salsa is outstanding, the chips are homemade and the food is delectable. And oh yeah, they have a dedicated gluten free menu! My wife has trouble wherever she goes, well, not here! Thank you Aztec for not only having amazing food but for catering to a very important issue! most definitely recommend! read more

Aztec Authentic Mexican Restaurant - Gluten free menu - Mexican Near Me - Chester, New Jersey

My wife and I stopped in for lunch since we were in Chester. Very glad we did! Excellent experience...food was ver good and service was very friendly and responsive. My wife had the fish tacos and I had street tacos, with two being carne enchilada and two being chorizo and steak. Both were really tasty. We started with a small basket of chips and salsa. They charge for those at lunch which I didn't like. Salsa was fresh and also very good. We will definitely return, but please reconsider your charging for at least the first basket of chips and salsa during lunch. This does put you above the price point of your competitor in your town, by the cost of the chips. read more

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a separate menu for each, so come early if you want huevos rancheros because they emphatically do not serve breakfast all day - believe me I tried lol. Tucked away in half a house, this tiny Mexican joint offers 8 tables where you can enjoy the usual standards like enchiladas, burritos, tacos and tortas. Bring your own, they'll give you Michelada fixings if that suits you, also sangria, margaritas etc. I'm a fan for the strong flavors and low prices. Start with chips & salsa, size small was $4, apparently not on the menu anywhere I could find (??) but anyhow our friendly young waitress set us right up. The salsa was served in a little molcajete, tasted like gently mashed pico de gallo, very fresh and seemingly uncooked, I would pretty much swear it wasn't from a jar, but zero heat. Chips were large and crisp, unsalted. I tried the El Papi burrito, a blend of chorizo, rice, cheese and grilled onions - excellently spicy and a generous portion for $10. But the menu points out "rice and beans inside" which translates into "no sides for you!" ;) Served on a plate & cut in half, you ain't picking this up and eating it in a piece of foil. A side of rice & beans is $5. She who must be obeyed tried the chimichanga, a nice preparation of diced mild jalapeño peppers, rice, beef chunks and cheese in a lightly fried shell, definitely not greasy, $11. Service when we visited Aztec was cheerful, fast but inattentive - i.e., food arrived after a very short wait but a water refill just wasn't gonna happen. Vegetarian rating: about 3 stars, choose from a veggie quesadilla, veggie burrito, or mole cheese enchiladas or a chiles relleno with cheese. Gluten-averse peeps will do well here. Also has a kids menu, and serves burgers for adult gringos. And take out encouraged. How does little Chester enjoy such a concentration of decent mexican places?? There are two within half a mile, yet we in Morristown get none. I know, boo hoo poor me. We have central American instead, not the same thing at all. read more

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There are two Mexican places in chester and this is my preference (the other place is good as well). I am Pastor guy and Aztec is far superior in Chester for me!! read more

Unfortunately, not very impressed. It was empty when the four of us arrived for dinner. The atmosphere isn't great. There was loud music playing which we didn't mind, but it was coming from the basement (which was odd). The chips and salsa were disappointing as you could tell the salsa was just from a jar. This is a Mexican restaurant! How do you not make your own salsa? Three of us ordered the same thing (chalupas) and found the sauce to be almost inedible. Very disappointing. The only reason I'm giving two stars is because the one of us who ordered tacos said they were very good, and because our waitress was nice. Otherwise, overpriced for Mexican food (especially bad Mexican food). Definitely won't be back! read more

We ordered tacos.. one shrimp and the other black beans. The shrimp were excellent. The black beans, not so much. Guacamole was very fresh.