The best guacamole and pico de gallo anywhere. Reasonably priced and very good lunches.

The kid was craving Mexican food so we searched Yelp and found that this place has good reviews. The photos of the food looked good. We decided to try it. There is no parking lot for this place. There is a Municipal parking lot about one block over behind the post office. We lucked out as there was street parking directly in front of the restaurant. We ordered agua de Jamaica. Huge glass for $4.95. I would guess that it's 16-20 ounces. Gigantic. Well priced. We ordered guacamole which was good too. They didn't give us any salsa for the table like they do at other Mexican joints. For our mains, we ordered their mixed fajitas with shrimp chicken and beef. It was about $21 and it was a huge dish. It's not the usually fajitas that I've had at other places. Theirs comes in a delicious sauce which we thoroughly enjoyed. It was a generous portion and the flavors were on point. We recommend it. Our other dish was the El Rinconcito which came with grilled items: pork cutlets, beef, chicken, shrimps cactus, Spanish cheese rice and beans. It was an alright eight. We prefer the saucy fajita dish more. We def plan to go back. Next time, we are going to order their molcajete which is listed at $34.95 so I assume it'll be a huge dish for two based on the price. From the owners description, it Comes with all kinds of meats steak chicken shrimp pork sausage. I'm trying my best not to go back two days in a row but I may swing by for Lunch later. Good is good as is service. Good came out quick and she asked a few times whether we needed anything else. I believe they give some sort of cash discount or charge to use credit card because she asked how I was paying. They add an auto tip of 15% which I didn't mind. Gave her a few bucks more. All in all, it was a good meal. Appears to be a small mom and pop store and I'm happy to support local small business. It helps that the food is delicious too. read more

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We haven't been here is about 3 years. We stopped on a whim. We were on a hunt for a new Mexican restaurant closer to home. They did not disappoint. We ordered our food incorrectly (we were having an intense family discussion), however, it looked so good, we didn't complain. I'm so glad we didn't ask for anything else bc the bistek(?) was DELOCIOUS!! We will definitely be coming back. Thank you read more

The Mexican food here is mediocre at best. Mexitacos which is a few minutes away is far better. We had the chicken chimichanga, chicken enchiladas, and the steak sopas here. The chicken chimichanga was just ok, and it needed more Mexican flavor. The chipotle sauce on top had zero flavor. The chicken enchiladas were loosely wrapped and weren't that great. The green sauce on top was good, but it needed more on top. The rice and beans weren't good at all. The steak sopas were mediocre. They would of been better if they were topped with salsa and refried beans on tops. That's how they are properly made at most authentic Mexican restaurants. The sopas lacked any flavor. The people were very nice here, but there are far better Mexican restaurants. read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Steak sopas mediocre - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

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Excellent food and service! Place is small but very nice! The food was the best Mexican around. Highly recommend the Mexican shrimp cocktail. Tacos are great too read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Shrimp Diablo - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

Good food and reasonable. Good service. Nice lil spot lots of specials. Definitely worth coming too.

Sweet hidden neighborhood gem. Such a cute and casual establishment where the food is authentic and amazing. The service is great and I love the fact that they offer specials. I love nothing more than to support the neighborhood establishments I live so they stay around a looooong time and continue to make amazing dishes for me to enjoy. I highly recommend coming here if you are looking for a good meal! read more

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Stopped here on the way to my brothers house. Plenty of street parking, small place. Came in and noticed it was a family run business, they were so nice and inviting. We ordered chips and guacamole good however it need it bit more of salt for flavor. I shared a shrimp burrito and the special torta. They both were stuffed with fresh goodness, melted in my mouth. End with a tres leche cake that one of the best I have had. The owner did tell us that they have daily specials. Will definitely stop here all the time to my brothers house. read more

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I ordered 3 tacos and the rice and beans. I was not blown away with the food it was just OK.

This place is charming! The owner/chef is very friendly and certainly cares about her clients and her business. The dining area is nice and roomy bright and happy. The menu is text book taqueria, this is a bonus. I have to say it's probably the best Mexican restaurant in the area. I had a few of the great tacos all of which were outstanding. The pleasant surprise was the yellow rice. The rice was cooked to perfection. Overall this place is a true gem. They also deliver so I'm sure I will be ordering from them often. read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Al pastor, beef and chorizo, and Carnitas tacos. So good! - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

Casual little restaurant with amazing and authentic cooking!!! Haven't dined inside, we always call ahead and then pick up. Staff is so attentive and very friendly! So happy we found this little neighborhood gem! read more

I'm local so it's one of my favorites when looking for home cooked Mexican. Always hits the spot!

I had lunch there today. The portion was very small. I had the chicken burrito, but it was mostly rice in a wrap. Hardly any chicken at all. The side salad was tiny. Shredded iceberg lettuce with one slice of cucumber and one slice of radish and a lime wedge. The size of my palm. Both the burrito and the salad lacked major flavor. And I could have eaten two of those dishes. I left hungry. For $18 I expected more. The Goya hot sauce was decent. This place used to be great and my go to for Mexican food. Not anymore after today. read more

Looking for GENUINE Mexican food in this area is pretty hard I'm not going to lie. Most of the Mexican spots are chains or Americanized. When looking through Yelp we came across this place! I couldn't believe that I grew up SO CLOSE to this place but I never even heard of it until now! If you want AUTHENTIC Mexican food, COME HERE!!! We all split the guacamole and chips. The guacamole was BEAUTIFUL! All fresh ingredients used to make it. They also give you a good amount and don't skimp like most places. Many places around here I suspect use packaged guacamole. But here, you can TELL it's house prepared. My boyfriend I both ordered Jarritos and of course they were sugary and delicious orange sodas! For our entrees we got Vegetable Burrito. They were delicious. My boyfriend has been to Mexico over 5 times and I've been 3 times. I can HONESTLY tell you, I FELT like I was in Mexico again being in here!! read more

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The place is a small hole in the wall but the food is delicious. Service is fine. This place is a true hidden Jem!

I had a chance to revisit El Rinconcito de Mama but this time accompanied with my sister. As a starter we chose three Campechanos Tacos with beef and Chorizo as the proteins. The beef was nicely fatty and the Chorizo properly spicy, but my most memorable aspect was the alluring smell of fresh cilantro. These tacos were a great way to start lunch. For my entree I decided to try the Mole de Pollo (this being one of the most traditional and unique of Mexican foods) and Rinconcito de Mama's version was absolutely fantastic. The first flavor I enjoyed was a slight sweetness, followed by a strong smokey flavor, then a flavor similar to allspice or cinnamon, and finally there was a pleasing chili heat. There were other subtle flavors too, as this Mole was so complex, a trait inherent to a quality Mole. I could not help savoring every drop; using the fresh corn tortillas to mop up the Mole. Almost overshadowed were the two pieces of chicken (one drum and one thigh) that were moist and falling off the bone. The side servings of rice and beans were tasty too, especially when amplified with a topping of the Mole. My sister chose one of her favorite Mexican dishes in the Chilaquiles rojos with steak. The red sauce had the perfect amount of heat (my sister ordered medium heat) and seasoning which had a mild smokiness, and a good tangy tomato flavor. The cheese (looked like queso fresco) topped on the red sauce was deliciously milky and rich. The thin and lean steak (I think the cut was a flank steak) was seasoned well and cooked properly as it was not tough. My sister also enjoyed El Rinconcito's de Mama's house Black Cherry soda which was a sweet and guilty pleasure. Finally, I hope that El Rinconcito de Mama can succeed, as I've noticed other local restaurants that offer less quality food IMO, garnering more business. read more

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Fresh and tasty food! Excellent desserts and coffee! Very friendly staff! We will be back!

I really wanted to love this place as I've heard great things and the reviews were great. Here's my take on it: The food: they have an entire section for vegetarians which is definitely a plus. We ordered the vegetarian nachos with guacamole on top ( you do have to ask for this). The nachos were delicious and came with two side sauces. Then we ordered vegetarian enchiladas Rojas. This came with rice and beans on the side. The beans tasted great, however the rice tasted very strange and different from the usual Mexican/Spanish rice taste that I'm familiar with. Also the enchilada were small and hard - not like the usual soft tortillas you would normally expect to get. Overall I think the meal lacked what my taste buds were looking for. Ambiance: loved the decor on the inside and the music they had playing in the background. Had a very Mexican feel to it and it wasn't too loud, you can def have a conversation with your party without struggling. It is a fairly small space, but big enough to feel comfortable while eating. Service: no complaints here! Food came out quickly and the waitress was pleasant. At the end they give you cute little candy with your check. Tips: -The place is BYOB -Street parking read more

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We went here a while ago for a quick lunch. We weren't expecting much but it was really awesome! Everything from the service to the atmosphere to the food was out of this world and very authentic! I recommend getting their pick de gallo as a starter because it was full of flavor and the amount of spice was perfectly balanced. Everyone at the table was satisfied with their entrees. I'd say the best part of our experience was being able to try their homemade churros, however. They can put warm and filled with this lovely berry sauce and whipped cream. It was the perfect way to end a good meal and we will definitely be returning! read more

I be been eating here for years and it never disappoints. The staff is friendly and the food is fresh and tasty.

Great little spot! Food was delicious, & authentic! Great portions, and friendly staff. The mole chorizo enchiladas were to die for! We will definitely be back to explore the rest of the menu. read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Bistec a la mexicana & theee best Chorizo mole enchiladas we've ever had. - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

My sister ordered catering from this restaurant for my birthday party. The dishes were delicious, fresh with large portions for the price! We will definitely come back for more! Thank you for making my Fiesta a great one with so much food. read more

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Awesome flavor, fresh and friendly service. A nice local restaurant that has a nice atmosphere of Mexico decor. Waitress was very welcoming and attentive. Had the chicken burrito that was tasty and not greasy or heavy. Husband has the chicken mole which he loved!! We'll definitely be back again read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Chicken burrito - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

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I was very pleasantly surprised with this place! Good tasting,authentic food. I had the nachos and the chimichanga which were both fantastic. I loved the chipotle sauce that was on the chimichanga I just wish there was a little more!! The beef that was in the chimichanga was also delicious and very well seasoned. Will definitely be back again to try the chicken mole and the tres leches which both looked amazing! read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Nacho - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

I was on the hunt for a local Mexican restaraunt to satisfy my craving when I came across this place on Yelp. Reviewers were right in saying this was a very good and authentic Mexican stop. I ordered the beef chimichanga and beef quesadilla to go for myself and my husband. We loved it! The sauces and cheese on the chimichanga were delicious and the beef was very well seasoned. My husband enjoyed his quesadilla with a side of guacamole and chips which he mentioned was very good. The woman that greeted me was very nice and I can definitely say we will be back, maybe this time to dine in! read more

We came here last night based on yelp reviews and we were not disappointed. The staff is kind and patient and did not mind explaining dishes and drinks to us and even allowing us to taste test the drinks. The owners are involved and friendly. It's a warm atmosphere and reminds me why I support local businesses. The food is fresh and made with love. Everyone enjoyed their meal! I can confidently say that this is the best mexican place in town. read more

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The shrimp quesadilla was awesome, huge fresh shrimp. The pico de gallo is fresh as can be and oh so tasty. Torta was amazing The guacamole is fresh and delish, and chips are fresh made as well A must stop just down the road from awesome chinese...number one chinese read more

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Amazing spot. Easy to get to - convenient to walk to for locals or via municipal parking across the street behind the Post Office. The food was delicious (I had the enchiladas with mole and a horchata) with a lot for the money. The mole had a nice spicy bite - not too much or too little. The horchata was refreshing - served in a large mug and it was not too sweet and had just the right amount of cinnamon. The bowl of chips and dip was good too. A good value. It's a smallish place - cute and clean - but I guess undiscovered because there was no wait for a table. Definitely will be back or will order take out. read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Enchiladas (chicken) with mole and horchata in the background - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

We are so happy with the delicious dinner we had at this cozy inviting cafe. The restaurant is very nicely decorated and the staff is so friendly that you feel like you are part of the family. Our meals were the best Mexican food we ever had. The guacamole was well seasoned creamy yet chunky with fresh cilantro, onions and tomato. I had the shrimp fajitas. The shrimp are large and cooked to perfection. The sauce is the is just so perfect that if I was home I would have licked every plate. This comes with rice and beans. For dessert we shared a large piece of homemade tres leches cake. Do NOT skip this dessert. It is food dreams are made from. My husband had the steak chimichanga and he wouldn't stop raving about how perfect the meat tasted. Everything is served attractively and hot. Please try this place because you will not be disappointed. read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Shrimp fajitas , beef chimichanga, rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

I felt like Mexican food today and as I was heading over to the Matawan Library, I stopped at this little place on Main Street. I had never been there before but I thought I would try the chicken quesadilla. The waitress asked if I wanted chips and I said yes with mild sauce. Well, the sauce was very spicy but I only used a little so it was fine. The quesadilla was okay but rather greasy and I had to use the salsa to give it some flavor. The bill was $13.31 and she had actually added in a 15% tip and noted that there were four guests (?). I asked her if she always added in tbe tip and ahe said yes. I gave her a $20 bill and when I got my change back from her, she'd shorted me a dollar and a half. I asked for the rest if my money and told her as I walked out that I wouldn't be back again! read more

One of my go to spots when Im in the mood for some fresh and light nachos.

Carmen Marcela, the owner is a great host. She made my wife and I feel very welcome. The food is exceptional, fresh and delicious. I would highly recommend this establishment. read more

Good local Mexican eats nearby. Server was friendly and efficient and the food was yummy and aurhentic. Only thing I didn't love was the salsa for the chips, way too thin for my liking and could've been spicier. My chicken thigh and rice, bean and salad were tasty, not the best ever but very good. My daughters burrito was plentiful for a kids menu so she took half of it home. Only issue there was a lack of dipping sauce, and all they had to offer was the thin salsa. Overall, I'd return but it wasn't my favorite, pretty average local eats... read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Night out with my girl - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

We cannot say enough great things about this place!! We order almost once a week! Everyone is beyond friendly with pickup and delivery options available. The food always comes hot with two different hot sauces, cucumbers, and radish for tacos. The food is so fresh and amazing guacamole with homemade chips and corn tortillas. Best authentic Mexican food in the area, hands down!! read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Al pastor and shrimp tacos - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

Very casual place with not a lot of tables. It's very authentic Mexican cuisine. Had the Molacajete dish - it's a dish of beef, chicken, pork, shrimp and Mexican sausage. It's served in a hot clay pot with tortillas and is extremely good. My husband and I split 1 for both of us - a great bargain for $19! The staff are very friendly. read more

If you're looking for authentic Mexican food at a decent price, this is your spot! Although we came late on a Saturday night, the service was fast and staff was polite. I asked if they could cook Huevos Rancheros from the breakfast menu, which they graciously agreed to. We also got complimentary chips and dip as well as beans and rice with the two entrees. The chips were delicious! Great texture and flavor. We also got guacamole (very fresh), shrimp tacos (ask for the hot sauce!), and a vegetable chimichanga (very sizable and great vegetarian option). All in all, it was a very homey atmosphere. read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Chips and dip and guacamole! - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

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Chicken Mole ! Enough said ! Love this place , try to get take out whenever I can and my wife is especially picky about her Mexican food / authentic Mexican food and she loves it . She's a big chicken enchilada fan and is constantly insisting we eat "ERDM" ! The best Mexican restaurant in Matawan ! read more

Get away from those chain restaurants! This place is great. The people are awesome. The food is awesome. There is plenty of parking behind the building and down the street. Don't forget BYOB. read more

El Rinconcito De Mama - Mexican Near Me - Matawan, New Jersey

Authentic Mexican Fare...Very tasty food. We were driving through and decided to give it a try. So happy that we did. Both our Entrees were good and the Churro was the best I ever had. Service was great and prices were very reasonable. We will be trying other dishes soon. read more

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I lived in San Diego for 15 years so I know good Mexican food. Mama's Corner is as good as it gets! What makes it most special are the owners. When they found out it was our first time there they really made us feel welcome! This place is a must! read more