Stop by to try out the plantain heard about the chicken empanadas. Had to try the rice on top of it…read moreall. A wonderful experience, a small homemade style kitchen a must stop by in Toms River.

Good stuff. We ordered take out from Pika last week. We ordered ceviche and a 1/2 chicken w fries,…read morerice and beans. Everything was really good and tasty. The beans were some of the best I've had. The next day I put leftover beans on my eggs for breakfast. The food was ready and waiting when we arrived. The restaurant is a little small with o oh a few tables. Although when we walked in it was packed.

Nice stafff food I travel to get their at least once a weeek prices reasonableread more

The food was outstanding! The owner was there working and she was so kind and caring. The place is…read moretiny and cute and homey with good vibes. The chilaquiles with steak and red sauce was LO MEJOR! "The Best!"

Absolutely fabulous! Authentic Mexican food, deliciously and artistically prepared, friendly and…read moreprompt service, and SO much to enjoy, visually, within the restaurant! The sound system was a bit loud, but that's the ONLY gentle criticism I have. I wish we lived closer to Toms River: La Cazuela de Dona Mary would be one of our favorite restaurants. Thanks for the treat! We'll be back again next year: count on it!!

i've driven past this place tons of times and it was like a hole in the wall kind of spot but…read moredecided to give it a try. Everything was delicious and authentic and super nice people

My go to restaurant for Mexican food. The BEST real Mexican restaurant around, this is NOT Tex-Mex…read morefood. Service is excellent, very friendly. BYOB, and the food is outstanding. Everything made from scratch. Pleasant atmosphere, bringing my friends from Chicago to eat there next weekend. Bravo, Cielito Lindo!

Sorry this review is really was late. We ate here last Saturday night, sorry there are no pictures…read moreexcept for an exterior. The food wasn't worth photographing anyway. We were actually going to eat at a different place but we were dropping stuff off at Goodwill and we were close by and of the restaurants in the shopping plaza we decided to get Mexican. i It is clearly the choice of local people of Spanish descent perhaps for its authenticity. I must say that it's flawed in several areas. Although there's nothing wrong with the ambience or service the restaurant needs to be a lot cleaner, the floor was filthy. My wife had street tacos, she said the chicken was tasteless and dry. I had chicken enchiladas, and although not bad they were smothered in shredded lettuce for some reason which soaked up all the green sauce and I can't really eat lettuce right now, and I don't find that combination appealing with Mexican food. The black beans were very watery, so also not appealing. Sorry to say this is not a place we'll be visiting again.

Wow! The largest portions and value I've found in the northeast. Everything is fresh and made to…read moreorder. Delicious salsa and fresh chips on the house. Chiles Rellenos were spicy and freshly made- red sauce and refried beans were delicious. My husband and I love to pig out, and never ask for to go boxes, but had to get them here because we were so stuffed! Will be back the next time we're in the area.

I little expensive for lunch. Ours were $16 for the Chimichanga and $20 for Chiles Rellenos Queso…read more Decent dinning area. I might come back for dinner.

Having lived in Toms River for a while now I have finally begun to understand that strip malls…read moresometimes house some of the best restaurants in the area.  Having read a lot of mixed reviews on Yelp about how Tenampa is pricey, we decided to check out their menu before we sat down to eat. Yes, Tenampa is little on the pricier side compared to the other Mexican restaurants in the area but if you can look past that you will absolutely love this place. Although family owned, Tenampa has more of a nicely decorated restaurant feel on the inside than your typical, quaint family owned joint. The interior walls are bright orange decorated with colorful sombreros. There are lots of table and the place is perfect for large groups. Tenampa is a BYOB. They have Margarita and Piña Colada mixes so you can complete your Mexican food experience with more than just wine. The chips and salsa for the table were standard but what I really loved were the bottles of hot sauces on the table to give the salsa the kick I felt it needed. I started with a bowl of chicken tortilla soup. The brothy soup was loaded with diced tender pieces of chicken and vegetables. For my entrée I got the soft chicken tacos. Boring, right? Wrong! What makes Tenampa's tacos awesome is that you can pick any of their 7 (yes,7) sauces with your entrée. I naturally went with the spiciest diabla sauce and loved it. If spicy is not your thing then I highly recommend the creamy chipotle sauce. The portions are pretty decent but don't forget no meal is complete without dessert. We shared the Mexican Churros, which was mentioned on their chalkboard with all of the day's specials. The warm churros were filled with bavarian cream served with a side of ice cream. If you see the churros on the menu, get it.

ive been eating at Tenampa for 20 plus years. Food is…read morealways excellent and consistent. Everyone is so nice. Always and enjoyable experience

First time here Glad I tried it I ordered the local plate,…read morefood cooked just right, cod fish very fresh, really liked the plantains. My wife ordered the Pulled pork Kaluka plate, very good loved the sauce.Both plates came with more than enough for each to share, Staff very friendly,Dining room very clean. Prices very reasonable. I highly recommend this Restaurant and definitely will be back. I had an option to try the new Mermaid Smoothie very tropical and refreshing.

If I could give no stars I would. The food was atrocious the macaroni and cheese bites were…read moreinedible. The nachos were microwaved and the toppings were ridiculous- the food tasted cheap and old. What really got me was the smell I can't describe that smell. Cost $30 for what? Absolutely horrible

So glad we stopped here before parking our motor home at Cedar Creek. We were greeted by Leo. Today…read moreLeo was the shining star who served us the delicious Mexican food we have been dreaming of since we left California a month ago. Tammy the tornado got the Bistec Tacos and I got the pollo quesadillas. Both were as good as I've ever had. Everything was super fresh. Everything made in house "that day". If we didn't live 3000 miles away we would be here at least once a week. Thank you Leo for treating us like royalty! On a side note I'd like to leave a love letter hidden here in my review. Right now I'm sitting across from the face I want to see right up until my last breath. The face of love belongs to Tammy The Tornado who I've been lucky enough to spend most of my life with. I could grow old with this woman by my side and I hope to do so but if I don't get to I want her to know how awesome she has made my life. I love you baby!

Absolutely the best Mexican food in the area! We tried the Tinga de Pollo empanadas, birria tacos,…read moretres leches cake, and a side of rice -- everything was cooked perfectly, well-seasoned, and generously portioned. The owner is incredibly friendly and always happy to explain the menu or offer great recommendations. Takeout seems to be very popular, but there are also a few tables inside if you'd like to dine in. Highly recommend giving them a try!