What a great find! The waitress was helpful and wonderful. We had: Nachos de la Casa- to share Ensalata de Aguacate (one with Shrimp and one with Mahi, not on menu) Mole con Pollo Chimichangas, seafood Delicious but too much food. Note: -some of the beans are vegetarian and some are not, check with them if its important. -no AC it was warm but it was fine. Would recommend for and easy, yummy dinner. read more

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El Tipico Taqueria - Review Bad food, plain and simple. We ordered the fajitas, and neither my wife nor I could eat most of it. The flavors were dull, the texture unappealing, and I'm not sure if the ingredients were fresh or straight out of a can--my wife certainly thought so. If this is meant to be authentic Mexican cuisine, it completely missed the mark. A truly disappointing experience. Bad food, plain and simple. The fajitas were tasteless, and we couldn't tell if the ingredients were fresh or straight out of a can. Not a place I would waste my money again read more

We love El Tipico the food is so authentic. Susan was our fabulous waitress. The restaurant is very pleasant and clean. read more

El Tipico - Mexican Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

I have been here twice and had a great experience both times . Susy our waiter was very courteous despite being busy always with a smile on her face. The food was good and plenty of it . read more

Visited this restaurant with a large party, and service was on point. Our waitress was super sweet. The ambiance in this place is super cute and vibrant. Pictured is the steak burrito bowl I got, which was pretty tasty. But, the star of the show was the nachos, which I forgot to take a photo of. Definitely would recommend their nachos- 10/10! read more

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What can I say about El Tipico? Delicious food, great service at a very fair price. This was my first time there, but I will be back again soon and often. The pollo enchiladas mole was fantastic! read more

El Tipico - Pollo enchiladas mole - Mexican Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

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Heard good things about this restaurant but when I went to go eat my tacos I realized the meat was burnt. Luckily I ordered rice along side it which saved the day, but the tacos were a miss. read more

El Tipico - Tacos de chorizo (Mexican sausage) - Mexican Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Wow! We came here on a whim and they aren't kidding when they say the restaurant serves authentic Mexican food. Everything was incredible! The mole sauce is some of the best I've ever had. The servers are kind, and the decor is bright and pretty. The music set the mood. We felt like we were in Mexico on a beautiful evening. read more

El Tipico - Mexican Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Cute restaurant with delicious, authentic Mexican food. Friendly service, spacious cozy booths, and convenient parking. Highly recommended the hard shell tacos, chicken in mole sauce, and tamarind wings. Best Mexican in town--don't be fooled by the other, more upscale Mexican restaurant nearby. This food is better quality for way less cost and is Authentic Mexican, not Tex Mex or Americanized, like Taco Bell! Visit El Tipico today--you won't be disappointed. read more

Amazing food. Best authentic Mexican food in the area. Good atmosphere and very friendly staff. We come here again and again!

Al Fresco dining is often associated with classic restaurants around the world. While I have never understood why breathing in the fumes of passing automobiles while pedestrians stare at your food is considered a wonderful meal I want to point out that the incredible patio at El Tipico creates a perfect Al Fresco setting to enjoy their Mexican fare. Now, if you were wondering where the term "al fresco" came from all you have to do is turn to the Italians. It comes from the phrase "in the cool (air). Well, that "in the cool air" costs El Tipico a solid star because every time we have eaten in this special Mexican restaurant in non-summer months the interior has been "COOL." Now, I am originally from Buffalo NY and enjoy fall and winter weather but I could swear that the indoor temperature for today's lunch matched the 45 degrees outside. I don't like eating breathing in fumes but if I am eating indoors I don't want my hands to feel like ice. This wasn't the first time we have discovered a very cool/cold interior and perhaps the heating system doesn't work but the meals here certainly do! So, if you remember to wear your parka's for lunch or dinner you are in for a wonderful meal at El Tipico! First thing first SUPER SUPER SOPA!!!! I am a soup seeker and frankly if I could have El Tipico's Sopa de Frijoles every day I would be one happy boy. Now, I am talking about the flavors but will admit the hot large cup of soup is also needed to warm the body for the rest of the meal. The creator of this simple Mexican soup has blended the textures and flavors to create something very special. The service is outstanding although on reflection the wait staff may have been attired in warm sweats ... but their warm personalities and caring service always has been outstanding! The homemade salsa's and hot sauce are a nice step up from the jarred brands that all too frequently get put out on the tables. They start you with a relatively small basket of chips and salsa but it was refilled on request. The lunch specials are simple classic dishes with the choice of two mini-entrees along with black beans that still resemble black beans and rice. My daughter has dietary issues and the kitchen is always ready to meet her needs with a smile! So amidst the cold there has never been a meal that disappointed ... really love their Tacos al Pastor! So remember ... bundle up! Order the Sopa de Frijoles and get ready to enjoy a delicious meal. And, if you come to eat in the summer months go to the patio to enjoy a real al fresco meal rather than the indoor artificial one. read more

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This is a good Mexican place. The workers were nice inside and they got all items of the order correct. It was fairly expensive, but the food was good. The corn shells actually held up and didn't break which was nice. You can tell they probably make most of the food in store which is nice. The refried beans and Mexican rice were okay but didn't leave me feeling to great... the burritos were good but not close to as good as Don Jose on the Ocean City island. The chips also were very bland and did not seem to have much flavor. Overall, it was good but a bit expensive for what you get. read more

El Tipico - Steak Aztec tacos with shrimp - Mexican Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Incredible food. Best fish tacos I've ever had with grilled mahi-mahi mahi, not the cut up fish fry most places serve and call fish tacos. Spicy, delicious, generous helpings for the five of us, and 2 of the 3 teenagers said they were "super-full!" Service was a bit slow, but we could hear them chopping vegetables, etc., as they prepared a real Mexican meal. Ambiance was legit -- walls, decorations, etc., looked like a real Tacqueria in Mexico. One regular told me as I passed, "this is the only Mexican place I'll take people to when they come visit Ocean City." Be patient, be nice, and enjoy an excellent, delicious, authentic meal! read more

Tried to eat here because everywhere online it says they are open until 10:00 pm, but they were closed at 8:45 PM. Workers cleaning up and pretending like we weren't at the door. We have eaten here before and the food was good. But if you're not open when you say you are... read more

Excellent, authentic Mexican food! Tacos, burritos, and quacamole were all delicious! read more

this place was just what me and my friends were searching for! great spot for guac and chips and the tacos were so tasty. with very a friendly server and a warm ambiance, I fully recommend!! read more

Don't let the name fool you. El Tipico is anything but typical. Very clean, bright, interior dining area, and an equally inviting outdoor dining area. The eerde and rojo salsa served with crisp chips prior to meal are full of distinct flavors, not too spicy. I ordered the lunch special choice of two items accomplished by rice and beans. Now, I happen to enjoy rice and beans and don't consider them a garnish or plate filler like many people. I judge a Mexican restaurant on the flavor or their rice and beans as much as I do their salsa and chips, and entrees. El Tipico's measure up to my standards! Both were done to perfection, complimented each other and the meal well with their flavors. I had a flauta and sope. Both were garnished nicely with lettuce, tomato, avacado, sour cream, and queso fresco. Both items were freshly made. The flauta was hot and filled with seasoned chicken. The sope was topped with beans, chicken, and same garnish as the flauta. This weekend is their 1anniversary! I hope they stay around to celebrate many more! read more

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Food was ok but not stellar. Waited longer than expected for my takeout order. Took a chance and tried their version of Chili Rellenos. It was ok. A sweeter version as they advertised. Personally, I prefer the red sauce. However, I was really disappointed by the serving of just one Chili Relleno pepper as the portion. Most Mexican restaurants serve two. People were friendly and food was good enough that I would try them again.. read more

The food we ordered was Fantastic!!! all this time we thought they were still closed after Covid... Glad they are still open! fast delivery! Can't wait to order again! Their Melted queso with chorizo dip is amazing! read more

Awesome food, fresh and large portions. Great BYOB place, authentic Mexican cuisine. Shrimp tacos were amazing, service was great and prices are fair. The steak was also amazing, flavorful and perfectly cooked read more

El Tipico - Mexican Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

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Do not do it. We are huge fans of Mexican food and have had all sorts of interpretations of it. I am obsessed with Chile Rellenos. These were horrid. Batter fried, not much cheese with some sort of "sweet sauce"' with raisins and plantains. It was described and I took a risk. Just dreadful and lady told me "too bad". Would not take it back which is only mitigated by the fact that my husband's tacos were also bad. No Mexican seasoning, tortillas were tough. Would not have wanted them, either. Tortilla chips were stale and queso was more like soup. Beans were runny and rice was bland. Restrooms were disgusting and service slow, slow. The Mexican coke was good. Would like my money and any calories consumed refunded. read more

Good local Mexican restaurant. I always get the Carne Tampiqueña which is a full plate of steak, enchiladas, rice and beans. All of the plate dinners that come with rice and beans, and chips and salsa before the meal are complimentary. The food is all pretty good and seems authentic and homemade. Priced very reasonably as well. read more

It is always bright and lively here with spicy service at El T! I don't normally choose flour torts for my tacos, but I go with the flow here on that. My steak tacos were sizzling and the grilled scallion and pepper nicely complemented the raw onion and cilantro. Tonight I kept my resolution not to eat all the chips and the order of three tacos and side of guac were the perfect size meal. It all went down smoothly. read more

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Really bad. Wanted to celebrate Cinco. Fajitas with red sauce? Long delivery. Shrimp tacos cold. Seriously??? Willing to wait for long wait but not for bad food. We ordered for 2 houses. With all of the need for commerce, pls get it right. In these times of survival why not do better? read more

Ok I love Mexican food, everything from authentic Mexican cuisine to Taco Bell. The waitress Ann was awesome. She was pleasant and answered all our questions thoroughly and with a smile. My son asked her to run through the Mexican sodas twice. We started with guacamole and chips. I'm sorry to say it was bland :( the chips were just ok and the red and green salsa was also a little bland. I am not a great with spicy but I do need flavor. My son said the chimichanga was pretty good and my wife's enchilada with mole sauce was very good she said. My enchilada suzsa was the opposite of bland. When we go back I'll just get the regular enchilada. We will go back, they lose a star because of the guacamole and salsa. My son thinks I'm a guacamole snob. read more

Horrible everything was horrible bad service soggy chips lousy food. Don't waist your time or money there are way nicer Mexican food restaurants that deserve 5 stars like Toco El Tio in Egg Harbor Township Nj. read more

Update 7.18.2019: they were super busy last night, Friday night, and their delivery food was still as good as it gets. Friendliest people too. Within three blocks of my house, I have no reason to go anywhere else for Mexican. Prior review: This is a great place. We ate in last night, after only ordering delivery for the last couple years. Colorful, bright, vibrant atmosphere inside. The food is wonderful in and delivered, and fairly priced. Our server Anna was patient despite all our gringo questions, very informative, and passionate about her culture. Wife had a possole special she still asks for. The menu has lots to try but it's hard not to order our favorites: chicken chimichangas, crema de congrejo!, mole, taco salad, great Guacamole, churros... Very well done. Now they need a food truck for my driveway. Long live El Tipico. read more

Passing El Tipico on a few occasions I was looking forward in trying this new addition to the local Hispanic food scene. Walking into the restaurant, my two dining companions and I found this small restaurant pleasing to the eye with various Mexican scenes on the walls, pottery, and Mexican sombreros, hanging on the walls throughout the restaurant. The complimentary chips and salsa (red and green) did not have any discernable heat in either color. We ordered two duplicate Chili Relienos entrees, and one entree of Camarones con Nopales. Both the Chili Relienos and Camarones entrees came with rice, beans and tortillas. The Chlli Relieno was nicely batter dipped and flavorful, the Camarones were fresh and tasty and our dining partner was unaware that her shrimp dish had cactus in it as an ingredient even after consuming it. The only complaint that we had was that all the food could have been a little hotter, but in particular the rice and beans. I would like to suggest that the owners provide bottles of hot sauce on each table Unlike some of the negative comments regarding service, our server took our orders quickly and we did not have a long wait for our food to be served. This is a nice local restaurant and we will be repeat customers. read more

El Tipico - Camarones con Nopales-Shrimp and Cactus - Mexican Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

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I had the al pastor, chicken, steak taco. Soooo good. Staff was very friendly and attentive. My son had the rice and beans. He loved it. Great place. read more

El Tipico - Mexican Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Pretty good place. We ordered take-out but ended up eating at one of the tables outside. The food was good, we enjoyed it a lot. Rice and beans were good, but thought the chips and salsa were sub-par. Overall, a pretty good find, we would go back if we're looking for Mexican in the area again. read more

Very authentic Mexican Restaurant. Love the cute decor with Mexican music playing softly. The food is freshly made and delicious. Authentic dishes and flavors and they are accommodating with dietary needs. I got the bisteck with broccoli rabe and beans instead of rice it was all delicious. The chips, salsa and guacamole are all so yummy as well. It's also byob. Very good find. read more

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Such a great find! When we sat down the waitress came right over with a bowl of chips and salsa. When we ordered it was not long before our meals came out. The three beef tacos were excellent. The atmosphere was lively and colorful. I will definetly be back ! read more

El Tipico - Mexican Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

This place totally messed up our lunch order and didn't even have the courtesy to get back on the phone to correct it, after we were put on hold no less than FOUR times. Whoever you have answering your phone over there, needs to GO. Shameful. read more

We were having a Mexican Fiesta at our beach house in Ocean City and ordered a boat boat of tacos. Our family LOVED them! The staff was very accommodating and suggested the variety and types of tacos I should order. They were delicious! Highly recommend especially for tacos. read more

MAGGOTS IN FOOD!!! SHUT THIS PLACE DOWN!!! My sister and mother went here last night, on November 25th, 2019. They were halfway through their nachos when they noticed LIVE MAGGOTS in their food (SEE PICTURES). They immediately alerted the staff and all they said was "sorry about that, is it alive? Would you like anything else?". Absolutely disgusting and an unacceptable way to handle business. They went to the Health Department and reported this place. A restaurant with LIVE MAGGOTS in their food has no place in the food service business. It's impossible for the maggots to make it to just one plate of food, I am confident they are elsewhere within this restaurant... read more

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It is a authentic Mexican restaurant. Decent size for a restaurant. Great portions as well as great food! read more

El Tipico - Nachos half order - Mexican Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

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The food was so good I wanted to keep on eating myself into a coma! I finally had to stop because I was so full! I got the chicken burrito and it was delicious! The rice! The burrito! The salsa! Omg! read more

Very very good. I am not really into Mexican all that much because I had the gastric sleeve done and ever since then I can't do hot or spicy foods. My girlfriend and I came in here to give it a try. It was very very good and very authentic. Anna the server is amazing. I usually don't like guacamole or refried beans but I thoroughly enjoyed them both here. read more

El Tipico - That's One happy girl right there. LOL - Mexican Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Best Mexican food around and BYOB as well. We have been frequenting El Tipico for a couple of years now. They have the best authentic Mexican specials and a menu everyone would love. Chili relenos, tequila line shrimp, and excellent fajitas. This is a kid friendly restaurant with their own menu section. The servers are friendly, helpful and attentive. This is a go to for locals and visitors to the Jersey Shore! read more

Had the lovely Ana as our server again. She patiently explained options to my daughter, was quick with drinks and chips. When she saw my son drawing on his placemat with a pen, she brought out paper, pencils and crayons for both kids. Food was excellent. My husband had the tacos Al pastor. I had chilaquiles and the kids had beef tacos and lengua burrito. Everyone was happy with everything. Great food, excellent service, decent prices. read more