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    El Chingon Tex-Mex Mexican Restaurant

    3.5 (355 reviews)
    ModerateTex-Mex
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Happy hour specials

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    Shrimp in garlic sauce
    Audrey L.

    We were able to find parking with no issues. We were greeted and seated immediately. Service was perfect. Our server gave great recommendations for us and they were spot on. Our food came packed with flavor, so much so that I stuffed my face and didn't leave any to bring back. The drinks were good I ordered the Margherita (mango) with grand marnia and tequila. I would return for good authentic food with good company.

    Nachos
    Sofia S.

    This restaurant was good! We went in a huge group and the service was great. We got nachos, and I got a quesadilla for myself. It was huge servings and the food overall was good, a few people got tacos with cold crumbly corn tortillas but otherwise it was nice! The drinks were very strong but delicious. I would recommend if you're in the area looking for a fun vibe.

    Dori D.

    I'll be honest, we tried this place a few years back. We really were not happy with it. The food was not so good. The Service was angry. But wandering around, we chose this place again realizing when we pulled up, we had been there before. But this time the platter pernil with yellow rice and tostones was good. the alcapurria was very nice ..we got some to go. Nice turn around with the food and the people. We gave it another chance, you should too.

    Cocktail menu
    Keron K.

    The vibe is mellow and relaxing. The staff is friendly. The atmosphere makes you feel like you're a little bit Saint Lucas, but somewhere in Mexico on the ranch. I love the spin on how they have everything so Meadows has ceiling lights. The vibrant colors they have in the actual restaurant itself is perfect. The food is delicious.

    Margarita Jalapeño, Spicy Paloma and other Margarita
    Tina B.

    Very good food. Guac was great, and the shrimp, steak and chicken nachos, too. Also, the chicken mole sauce was very good, but the chicken itself had a weird bite/texture when chewed. Drinks, however, were awesome, especially the margarita jalapeño. Initial service was slow, but, luckily, picked up. Large space, and big bar, very colorful and cool art on the walls. We also liked the sombrero and tequila bottle chandeliers. Music and singer were very good, too. Recommend this place, would come again.

    Birria tacos

    Birria tacos were It was just loud inside for no reason, they were playing the music loudly. Service was quick

    Green tea shots
    Kathy M.

    3.5 stars, but with the ambience of a fun karaoke night-- 4 stars. Casual, fun, and good comfort Mexican food. An extensive menu for everybody's whims- from the classic guacamole and chips to the crazy meat tower. All of our entrees were just 'okay.' The meat meant to be broiled and charred lacked flavor but it was edible with drinks and conversation. The meat tower we got was insane in presentation but that's what really made it a dish to order- just for pics. It is quite expensive so it was disappointing that all the meats weren't well seasoned and cooked. The lobster and fish skewers were very dry and under seasoned. Both cuts of beef were chewy and not charred. Cactus was limp and needed more seasoning and the chicken breasts were plain. Their drinks are strong and tasty, green tea shots were great, and their mangonada tangy and strong. Karaoke night is every Thursday and the whole restaurant gets into it, with tables ribbing and cheering each other on. Service is friendly and fast and efficient. If you are only here for food, I'd suggest going to another place but combined with drinks, friends and their food, this is a place I'd go to for a fun night out.

    Chicken Chimichanga
    Nicolette P.

    We (two of us) came in during dinnertime on May 5. The place was packed, as expected, but the wait wasn't very long. Most surprisingly, the music was SOOOOO loud. We were seated and eventually a waitress came to take our order. I ordered sparkling water, and a can of club soda and a plastic cup was brought to our table. Some time later, our food came out. The chimichanga was fairly small and was mostly tortilla folded into itself and with only some meat. The food was edible; not horrible but not great. Neither of us were interested in taking home our leftovers. The waitress didn't come to check in on us until we were finished with our food, which is when we asked for the check. I know they're busy but would have been nice so we could have asked for straws and napkins. Strangely, gratuity was included for just the two of us, which wasn't a big deal, just weird and was only 15%. I still can't get over how loud it was. We will not be returning.

    Mixed seafood in a pina not worth 34 dollars
    Jennifer S.

    The place is very cute, street parking so beware of your timing you go. There is a parking structure close by. The drink we got was very good, 1 and done lol. We ordered the seafood combo in the pineapple because of a picture we saw on Yelp. Unfortunately they do not make it with the crab legs. More sauce calamari and mussels that's it!!! Not worth 34 dollars we asked about the picture this is not what we wanted. The made us pay for half of the dish we never ate!! And charged gratuity for 2 people. I would only come for drinks here if I come back. The decorations are very beautiful.

    Steak tostadas
    Ritzelle F.

    Where to go in New Jersey and get the fiesta vibe while drinking large glasses of margaritas? Come and visit El Chingon in Union, NJ. Colorful and vibrant ambience, it feels like you're transported to a different country once you get inside the restaurant. They have an extensive list of cocktails on the menu!And if you're craving tacos, tostadas, enchiladas, chimichangas along with your cocktails. This is the place to be! We ordered the el pastor tostadas $15 and steak tostadas $? and the pina colada $16 and the margarita curacao $20, plus two bottled water. Expect to have the gratuity added to your bill. Total amount paid $95.51. All in all, it's kind of in the $$$ probably just because we ordered the drinks. Now I'm thinking and wondering why it reach $95. I hope i wasn't billed incorrectly though. It's a fun place to celebrate just about anything in life!

    Spicy
    Rosaly S.

    Once you walk in you see many colors and I loved that. Such detailed decor. My friend and I were sat right away, there weren't many people. We stopped by on a Thursday night, they had karaoke which was fun! I ordered the chicken tacos and my friend ordered steak tacos which were both really good!! I got a mojito with a shot added and my friend ordered a spicy cocktail. We loved our drinks, made to perfection! Literally want to go back just for the mojito! Loved everything about this place.

    Broken plates
    Kelly P.

    I was very disappointed with this place. The floor was super sticky, the bathrooms were unkept and unclean. Additionally, we were served on plates that had broken edges. I felt for the price of this place the serving sizes are small and overpriced. Wouldn't recommend for dinner but if you wanted to go for drinks then I would suggest this place.

    Tamarind margarita  El Chingon margarita
    Dayana B.

    Food- amazing. They give you just enough where you are satisfied and if it is a party of 2 can definitely be shared(my hubby and I shared and it was perfect) Service-with a smile and answered any questions we had (especially regarding drinks) Ambiance-very cool, on Saturday nights there is a lady singing in mariachi attire, quite beautiful. They also have karaoke. Also the margaritas will sneak up on you. They are delicious and while you don't feel it while you are seated on the barstool. Wait til you get off. 10 out of 10 recommend.

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    Besides the guacamole seeming fresh, everything else appears to be pre-made from restaurant depot. Don't think I'll be returning.

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    Very bad customer service, The manager is absolutely rude when answering, and they don't respond when a delivery order arrives incorrectly.

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    Street parking on Stuyvesant. And parking in the back of the building.

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    They take your phone number and call you when seats are available .

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