We recently dined at El Charro and everything we ordered was delicious! The shrimp burrito bowl and shrimp tacos were flavorful and fresh. We also enjoyed the homemade salsa and chips. Their burritos are also excellent! Our waiter was attentive, friendly, and made our visit even more enjoyable with great conversation. The portion sizes are generous for the price point, so you definitely feel like you're getting excellent value. We'll absolutely be back! read more

Great local spot with convenient takeout options and good service. The prices are also very affordabl.

We picked up dinner here on the way to our Airbnb. I got the brisket / beef tinga burrito bowl and it was good. Could've benefited from some salsa (thankfully I brought my own- it made it way better). It was good. On the saltier side, but there aren't too many places to eat around here. read more

Our go to for Mexican food. Great service great food, just an awesome experience. Love this place.

Loved it. Best Mexican food for soooo many towns around including big cities! The only bad for me was preservatives in the corn tortillas, which is pretty standard for all Mexican food, especially in the Northeast. But they tasted good! It's fresh, great prices for the area, and sooo delicious!!! I had the shrimp tacos which came with fresh guacamole, and mango salsa. My boyfriend had the brisket burrito which was HUGE and filled with a great amount of beef. We will be back. Oh, and if it says closed on Yelp on a Wednesday- it wasn't!!! read more

El Charro Del Rio - Beef brisket burrito - Mexican Near Me - Milford, New Jersey

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Nice surprise find on Bridge Street in Milford New Jersey. We had a very favorable first experience. Thomas our server was very cordial, took us right to an available window table, cleaned amd prepared as we waited. Brought menus amd cold water. We started off with an order of the empanada de Carne which was OK, I'm not a pot roast lover and it's that kind of meat but regardless it certainly was a nice presentation and had a nice flavor. We really hit it out of the ballpark we ordered the street tacos one order was the Camerona's tacos and the other order was the Al Pastore tacos and both of them are really robust it flavor, freshness, and a very nice plate presentation as you'll see in our pics. Again a great find in a small sleepy town, definitely worth a return trip. read more

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Do not order anything you expect to be good. Avocados are never ripe.. the ceviche is a joke, for large shrimp already cooked in tomato sauce with apple juice. They call sandwiches tortas and it's like chewing on gristle. The bread is stale, possibly 3 to 4 days old on average. The seasoning is not bad. The hot sauce is atrocious. If they have it which they rarely do but it is hot. I've eaten there at least 20 times in the last two years because it's nearby. I regret it every time. Just thought you should know. I hope they close and a better place open soon. read more

El Charro Del Rio - Mexican Near Me - Milford, New Jersey

Place has a roach infestation (dead and alive one). Needs to be inspected ASAP. Will not be visiting again really hope This gets fixed ASAP.

The food here in my opinion is the Best In Hunterdon County, the owner is very friendly and cares about his customers' experience! I love this spot for Mexican food!! read more

First thing is first. You'll probably look at the "1 star" reviews. One guy says he likes the food but didn't like the service. 1 STAR???? I mean did these people come and burn your house down after you ate the "good food"? Gimme a break! Then there's "Johnny". Let me tell ya something-"Johnny" is a clown for leaving 1 star. A clown. I don't have a problem with someone having a gripe-that's all well and good. But if you look at ONE-STAR JOHNNY'S reviews, he almost exclusively gives out 1 star to the establishments he reviews. So, we have a complainer that thinks giving 1 star will get him attention. Well...he'll get attention alright. That's why I've awarded him the name "1Star Johnny". I mean, he says he's "eaten there 20 times" but regrets it every time. Bro, it took you TWENTY TIMES to come up with that? You're a CLOWN, 1 Star Johnny...Give us all a break!!! Now that THAT is outta the way...as for the food, the service was friendly. The appetizers as well as the food were very good! We had several different items and they were all prepared nicely. The shrimp was cooked perfectly in the dish I had. We enjoyed everything and would totally return. Try it for yourself. Friendly service as well as solid food. That's a keeper. Beware of the clown reviews like 1 Star Johnny. When you go and eat the food, you'll see what I mean... read more

Phenomenal place both food, value, and service. I had 3 tacos (brisket as recommended by the friendly, chill server Noelle) and horchata plus chips and it didn't even cost $20! Great indoor/outdoor tables and super clean. Will be back when in the river area! read more

Service is fast, food is way better than any of the other Mexican places in this area and service is great. Everything I've tried so far has been great. The shrimp, al pastor and birria tacos are all excellent and portions are large for prices. The burrito was so big I couldn't finish it, the quesadillas are served with guacamole, pico and sour cream and hit the spot. This is our go to for a week night when we want to eat quick and feel full on a budget! read more

Always good food and service! Always do pick up. Never had a meal that wasn't amazing from there.

After a high speed excursion through western NJ in my buddy's GTI it was time for lunch. Fortunately the first place we tried was closed so we stumbled across this gem. Fresh tacos on corn tortillas with some lime juice squeezed on and they were delicious! We were there around 1:30 and it wasn't fully. Service was great! The whole area along the Delaware River is great and loaded with excellent little places like this. Check it out! read more

We stopped in for a quick bite and were absolutely blown away. Birria quesadilla was perfect. Meat was tender, plenty of freshness in the cilantro and onions, an abundance of birria just to dunk in, phenomenal. We also ordered to share the Milanesa de pollo Torta which is essentially a chicken cutlet sandwich on steroids. The flavor profile on this bohemoth: lettuce, tomato, onions, tomato, avocado, hard boiled egg, pickled jalapeños, black bean paste and a salsa for kicks. Chips and salsa for the table was solid and the Jamaica water hit the spot. Our waiter was super helpful and knowledgeable. And the restaurant itself was clean and well taken care of. read more

Try the chicken noodle soup - it was one of the specials. Very tasty with lots of chicken, veggies and noodles. Service is excellent, must try place if you're in the area! read more

Great burrito and plantains! Great atmosphere! Love the staff too! Quick and quality take out!

This Mexican place is so-so. The food is alright, the atmosphere is alright....everything is just alright. If you're hungry...go here, if you're not so hungry....go here. This place is just what it is. read more

This is a wonderful restaurant with authentic Mexican food. My husband had the beef tinga and I had the chicken burrito bowl. Beware the habanero hot squad. It is hot! Service was also very helpful and kind and we got lots or recommendations of places to see and eat in the area. We'll be back. read more

I've been here twice and both times were good. Shrimp tacos are great. I usually don't love Al Pastor but this place nails it! Enchiladas verdes are awesome too. BYO. I'll be back read more

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A bright and vibrant addition to Milford. The shrimp tacos are outstanding. Their fresh guacamole is to die-for, served with freshly prepared warm chips The service is friendly. Truly an excellent dining experience. I look forward to trying the rest of the menu, especially the Carne Assad's Skirt Steak. read more

We ordered shrimp tacos. Excellent street style. Very fresh. Good service. Highly recommend.

We ended up here by accident.. Or maybe fate. This isn't our normal area, but what a lucky find! We love Mexican so when we saw the storefront we made a u- turn. There are nice choices on the menu. We ordered the Caliente guacamole and it was made at our table side. So good. It has nice kick without being gimmicky. My man got a burrito with chorizo as the protein and I ordered the shrimp quesadilla. They were both so tasty and good-sized portions. There was a lot of shrimp and chorizo - they definitely did not slack. We added the guac to our meals and made them even better. I'm not going to say it was the best ever. The food is really good. The service was great. They were friendly and fast. I base my ratings mostly on value and for the money and everything, it's a perfect spot. read more

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Was in the mountains for a travel soccer game and seen this Mexican spot. I attempt to try mexican everywhere I travel. Order some salmon, shrimp and pescado tacos to go along with some tortilla chips and salsa. The fried fish tacos were the best! Netter than many I've tried with cod. The shrimp tacos were good. The salmon one was upsettingly small. However it tasted good still. I wanted to give 4 stars because the guy serving us was boss'd up with a great attitude. However, only having tried a feq items, my judgement shouldn't stop you from checking the place out yourself. The locals love it... read more

El Charro Del Rio - Salmon taco, shrimp taco, fried cod taco - Mexican Near Me - Milford, New Jersey

I want to like this place and the food is good. But the service is slow, the orders are always late- and they really don't care.

The fact that this place is still there even though it's in Milford's "black hole anti-business" spot speaks loud enough, proving that what they're doing they're doing damn right. Easily one of the best places to order food from in town. The phones can be a little wonky when ordering but the employees are always friendly and affable. Highly recommend! read more

Fresh, fresh, fresh. First time here and I already can't wait to go back. Ordered the burrito with carne asada. Can make 3 meals out of it. The menu was full of other options, it really was hard to narrow it down to the burrito, but happy I did. They have taco Tuesday and fajita Wednesday can't wait to head back! read more

Very friendly staff, chips and salsa included with meal, very tasty and fresh food. I got the veggie tacos and they were great.

We came here for our anniversary lunch date and was so presently surprised... great convo with the waiter and the food was amazing... he even blessed us with trees leche. Definitely returning! read more

My husband and I had their Burrito with carne asada. We asked for the green sauce and guacamole on the side. We enjoyed the burrito. Would recommend. read more

El Charro Del Rio - 2020 menu, but I don't know if they honor this since dine in is still not allowed in NJ due to the pandemic. - Mexican Near Me - Milford, New Jersey

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FRESH. FUN. ADDICTIVE. I love this place! The staff is super fun and friendly, and the food is absolutely addictive! I first experienced their food with a reheated takeout chicken burrito I brought home from a friend's event. It was so good, a group of us decided to make the 40 min drive to the restaurant to try their food fresh on the spot, and IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!! We had all the salsas! Habanero salsa (spicy!) was a group favorite, and I highly recommend the verde guacamole salsa! The overall theme for the food is FRESH! My favorites are the shrimp tacos, chicken burritos, rice, wings, and guacamole. Please do not leave without ordering the churros!!! I'm not even a churro person, and these were absolutely amazing!! Eat the churros right away, because I tried heating some up in my toaster oven and they weren't the same. We have been back for a second time since. Shrimp tacos are actually reheatable too! Just a side note...I love their design on the menu, the colors at the store front, and the logo. I'm a sucker for nice presentation. Speaking of which, check out the flan!! I'm sorry I didn't take more pictures of the food! We had such a good time I forgot! And I have to say during these COVID times, I feel a little risky eating out, but the staff put together tables for us and wiped them down before we sat down. They also put everything in to go containers, which makes me feel safer during these times. Masks were worn by the staff at all times. Outdoor seating was great as it wasn't crowded on the streets. read more

El Charro Del Rio - Flan - Mexican Near Me - Milford, New Jersey

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OMG! WOW! THE FOOD IS GREAT! Had the skirt steak, CHICAN fajita, guacamole. Everything was good. The place feels Mexican, it's wonderfully painted in multi colors. Mexican music. It's exciting, love it. read more

Love this restaurant!! Taco Tuesday is the best deal!! So delicious! Our server Tom (I call him Tommy) is the nicest server I've ever had! The Salmon tacos are amazing and my husband loves the El Pastor tacos!! You will not be disappointed! read more

I'm second generation Mexican and I have had amazing Mexican all over Mexico, Southwest America, and NJ/NY. I live now in Frenchtown NJ. I was disappointed to try this new milford place twice and both bad experiences. I have to concur with some prior reviews that the food here lacks flavor and side condiments are simply not provided. If you like dry/tough chicken/beef tacos, burritos etc with no flavoring you may be happy here. Better options exist local - and I'll even drive 20+ minutes to secure quality Mexican food. I do agree colors inside this place are very loud cheap and strange. True Mexican places do much warmer south Western schemes. But the cactus are a nice touch read more

New restaurant here in Milford. Worth the trip. Fresh wholesome Mexican food. Try the fresh guacamole, made at your table. I had a beef and chicken taco. Others at table had burrito. Big, taking half home. Ok, it's BYOB, so very handy that you can pick up micro brew across street at Ships Inn. Setting is quiet with nice decor. Bright colors. Parking easy. read more

El Charro Del Rio - Deserts not quite on menu. Ask for them. Churro - Mexican Near Me - Milford, New Jersey

The food here is really good and the staff here is amazing. They are so sweet.

Much respect to this little business chugging along in a difficult location. And the food is good, too! Will be back as my now preferred Mexican food spot, despite living closer to another Mexican restaurant. Thanks for the friendly service and yummy tacos! read more

First time visiting tonight! The staff was super attentive and friendly. Such a great addition to the local community. I highly recommend the shrimp tacos!! read more

El Charro Del Rio - Beef, pork, & shrimp tacos! - Mexican Near Me - Milford, New Jersey

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Excellent tacos - Al pastor and shrimp were on point. Great flavors, lots of fresh produce. Reminded me of my favorite California street tacos. read more

Food was good, but waiter asked us "do you want a box for that?" before asking if we were finished. Felt like we were being rushed out although the place was empty. read more