Since my previous mediocre review in 2007, I had been to East LA one other time, in addition to my…read morerecent visit. That occasion had been a few years ago and had involved an insanely strong margarita, an experience that I would not want to relive. However, my friend suggested grabbing dinner there recently, and since it was a nice evening and their outdoor dining was right on the main thoroughfare of Washington Street, I agreed to at least go to enjoy their excellent people watching. I certainly vowed to skip the cocktails, but was willing to give their food another chance. We started with crisp, lightly-salty tortilla chips and a rich, bold salsa. I then ordered Vegetable Fajitas, which included green and red bell peppers, zucchini, and onions. The peppers had been sliced so thin that they were barely noticeable and made hardly any flavor impact. The sizzling platter was also about 85% onions, of which I was not a fan, so I sent back most of them in the end. The whole thing was also rather greasy. The flour tortillas were delicious and not artificial tasting like most. The DIY platter was also served with a side plate of refreshing sour cream, well-seasoned guacamole, sliced jalapenos, and fresh pico de gallo. I wished the portions of these condiments were larger, though, and the guacamole, in particular. The staff was so friendly, allowing us to linger at the table after we paid and even refilling our water during that time. They all provided service with a smile, which also helped ease any frustration a diner might have about the fact that they apply an automatic tip of 20% to the check for any party size. While I still had a decent experience at East LA, it was much better than I had remembered, and I would be willing to return.

Drinks a staple forever In Hoboken. Beers margaritas etc. The food is ok…read more This place is always busy as it is festive.

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.

This is the churrasco from Chango. The steak was very well made. Not chewy or stringy, just…read moreperfectly cooked. The chimichuri was such a delight for the steak. The rice was also very delicious. Beans were very good and perfect consistency! The fruit juices were very good. My whole party each got a different flavor and we all very much liked them. Staff were friendly and quick to seat us. We unfortunately did have an issue with one of the original meals (the ropa vieja), and the server was quick to switch the meal for another and help us with this. Place is cute but crowded inside, so we opted to sit outside. Very cute seating with shade on the side tables. Prices were moderate for the food, nothing to complain about. Parking in the area is hard. It's an overpopulated town with street parking that is always full. If you do find street parking, walk down the whole block and read signs, they have odd street cleaning hours and signs are typically posted at the beginning of the street so you could miss it. I'd highly recommend this place!

10/10 I highly recommend this place. The food is authentic and flavorful with large portions. One…read moreof the best Cuban places I've been to in a while. The service was excellent as well. Very knowledgeable with the recommendations. It's a small place with a casual vibe and outdoor seating if you prefer. All of dishes were good. The Cuban sampler was a great appetizer with a variety of foods. The bowl, mofongo and steak were too notch.

I stumbled upon this restaurant 2 years ago for cinco de Mayo. The food is authentic, always fresh…read moreand full of flavor. My favorite meal/ dessert is the shrimp taco which is mouth watering and a delectable piece of tres leche cakes YUM! Unfortunately a lot of Mexican restaurants compromise the flavor of their food by adding less seasoning to appease the western palate. Fortunately that not the case here! Thank you for making mouth watering Mexican food every single time!

This is the second time I've ordered from this place and they don't have what's on the menu; they…read morejust send me the drink, and I'm paying $16 for water

Best food drinks and bartender Jorge - he is nice, funny…read moreand very welcoming. If you're looking for a Mexican spot, come here! They bring out warm tortillas chips and delicious salsa immediately. I love their chicken fajitas the most but everything on the menu is delicious

Food always good. The last 2 times my takeout order was…read moremissing an item. Best Mexican in Hoboken

Panela was perfect for a big dinner group. The space was great, the vibes were fun, and the service…read morewas very friendly. The food was awesome. We started with Guacamole and Chips (generous guac portion) and Lomo Fries with steak. Both were true crowd pleasers. We shared a bunch of entrees. The stars of the show were the Peruvian Chicken and the Churrasco. We ordered two of each and they were both *devoured*. On the other hand, the ribeye seemed a bit underdone--more cool red than warm pink. But the meat quality was great and it also got eaten up quickly. The desserts were also great. We split one of each, and they were all so good. The churros in particular will live rent free in my mind for a long, long time.

We had a lot of fun here for a recent girls night! The margaritas were so much fun, and there was…read morean extensive drink list if you are feeling a little adventurous. We started with the nachos, which were amazing. We got them with chicken, which was cooked wonderfully. I would consider ordering this as my main next time. Between the three of us, we ordered a steak quesadilla, the steak and tacos vampirico, which were made with short rib. Everything was great. Very attentive service, which was comforting since we had a guest with a food allergy in our party. However towards the end of the service felt almost a little too attentive. We were being waited on by several employees, so we felt a little rushed to leave. We got a little peek into the private event space, too. It looks absolutely beautiful filled with floral features, I woukd absolutely consider for a larger gathering!

BEST PLACE IN THE WHOLE WORLD!!!! we were sitting and eating our food and they came up and asked…read morehow we were and I asked about the mula and what it was and he offered to give us one FOR FREE TO TRY!!! best day every holy. everyone is also so happy and kind

This is the BEST place ever. Such good food and the employees are out of this world!!! They are so…read morekind and generous. I will never stop coming here. Music is great and vibes are high