The food was amazing. The service was great but slow. One guy waiting tables, cooking the food and bussing. I'm glad we were not in a hurry.

Next level flavor!!! My family love Mexican food, but we've never experienced anything like Franco's Taqueria! We saw the menu and thought it looked a little pricey, but there's no question, WORTH IT!! First time I entered the restaurant it was very clean and comfy, welcoming. Young lady behind the counter was very polite and friendly. Offered and suggested things to compliment the meal I choose. Now the food. We've been in the area a little over a month now and I can say that we have ordered from Franco's more than we have ordered pizza! We go up and down the menu trying different things and of course grabbing a thing or 2 from our already tried favorites. Not a single disappointment to date! To anyone thinking about trying them, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?? To the entire staff at Franco's, please never ever change! read more

Franco's Taqueria - Nachos Supreme GROUNDBEEF - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, New Jersey

Yum Yum! Food was delicious. Waitress was very kind. The hot sauces were quite good too! read more

Franco's Taqueria - STEAK TOSTADAS and quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, New Jersey

Service was great and super accommodating we first thought we were going to be a party of 6 but ended up with 2, our waiter was so nice about all the changes and treated us great . The menu is extensive got the enchiladas, la Mexicana phenomenal rice and beans. Perfect. Had a great time. Highly recommended. read more

Bait and switch menu. Do not order as the business is unethical. Placed an order at 11:40 AM, and was charged 33% more than lunch menu stated. Proprietor tried to convince us that we were in the wrong, and was then very rude and called the police when we called them out on their unethical service and cancelled the order!! Absolutely mind-boggling to us! read more

This little spot is a neighborhood gem. It's a small, quaint, clean restaurant on Scott street in Riverside. Parking is limited in front of the store. It's best to park on one of the side streets, near the restaurant. Well within short walking distance. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The seating area in the dining room is small, but you have good space between each table. Beef, chicken, and shrimp, are the main players in the menu selections here. My wife had 3 Ground Beef, hard shell tacos with Spanish and beans. She also got a fresh squeezed lime-ade. She enjoyed it. I had the 3 Ground Beef Enchiladas with Spanish Rice and beans. I had a warm cup of tea. We liked the quality and presentation of our food! This little spot will be seeing us again! We both enjoyed our experience. There is another Francos in Palmyra, both owned by the same owners. Credit/Debit cards, Apple Pay or cash are accepted here. We both enjoyed our meals. read more

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Ordered food. Received text that food was ready. Walked into store to find a private event. They weren't serving food.

The food here is TOP Notch! I order here at least twice a week I recommend the Enchiladas mixt and the sampler for the appetizer. read more

No pretensions, just real good Mexican food. Not Telmex, not SoCal. Chicken fajitas and steak fajitas were excellent on the small puffy tortillas. Enchiladas were also excellent. We will be back. read more

Franco's Taqueria - Taco balloons - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, New Jersey

This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in the area. I don't know why I keep giving other Mexican spots a try. They are NEVER as good. I always get fish tacos from here and they are ALWAYS perfect. We top it off with rice and beans, plantains a tres leches cake and fresh juices. read more

Their food is so good! I absolutely love their fresh Limeade and Chicken Soup the most. Everything I've ever gotten has been so fresh and flavorful. Hands down one of the best restaurants! read more

The taco salad used to be so good here, but I stopped ordering it because the bottom of the salad taco shell was wet and soggy. After 5 times of requesting a change, I gave up and went elsewhere. A shame, because all the ingredients were good! My husband always likes what he gets there, but he doesn't crave taco salad. read more

Not happy at all with the order received! Not only was it half spilled into the bag but the food inside the trays was all mixed up or mushed to one side. The food tasted old and left much to be desired. read more

Franco's Taqueria - rice and beans in a styrofoam container - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, New Jersey

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They messed up the order and then admitted that she messed up the order and then she wanted us to give her back the Chalupa's after she gave us the wrong order. Why would you want the Chalupa's back? Should've just corrected the issue and that would of been it. read more

Have not been here in about 3-4 since I moved out of town. Never reviewed before since I wasn't on yelp at the time. Anyway, just like I remember it. Quality, authentic, delicious Mexican food. We used to stop on a lot for taco platters. The menu looks like it has grown, which is always good to have options. I went with the Franco's trio platter...it was huge and excellent...I guess that's why it's on the menu cover! Waitress recommendation between that and the Big Boy tacos (which i will definitely try next time). The burrito was very good, orange sauce was addicting. Chicken enchiladas were pretty good, I feel like chicken can be dry easy, but the addition of the sauce and avocado slices added great flavor here. The chili relleno was awesome, pepper melted in your mouth, had a nice batter on it, covered with some cheese and soir cream! Mmm. Platters have rice and beans with them, rice was solid, I just prefer my beans a little less liquid/creamy...but they did taste great. Very clean, friendly staff, no real complaints other then the beans ( and they tasted good). As far as a close Mexican spot with good food at an affordable price this place does an excellent job! Well definitely return next time I'm in the area! read more

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Man I love Franco's taqueria, and it's not to be confused with other similar named restaurants because the taste isn't the same. The dish I mostly get is the steak taco salad and I put a lot of red sauce on top. Man that taco salad is just amazing. That red sauce is super spicy but good af. Finally when they say it's spicy it's actually spicy! Not no liars! not for the weak lol. That real Red! Mind you I drive from Burlington just to go here, but it's worth it every time. I've had tacos, burritos, and chillequilles all were good but that taco salad man. Other taco salads or burrito bowls just don't compare I don't know what it is. Francos I love you, y'all the only restaurant I get hype about locally. Also it's byob! I might have to pull up with a bottle and act out for a special occasion. read more

They make delicious food! I live right up the street from Franco's, and it's one of my go-to spots. They're incredibly kind too. I go all the time, and I haven't had anything less than an awesome experience! If you're looking for recommendations, definitely try the enchiladas! read more

consistently delicious food. Franco's has been my go-to for a couple of years ever since i first tried their palmyra location. highly recommend! read more

It's a little Mexican joint in town with authentic food. I have never had a bad dish there. Try it, you'll like it.

Outstanding food. The flavors are rich. Can taste the history of these recipes passed down through the generations. Don't hesitate to come try this gem. read more

Good find- great food-loved the guacamole and chips too. Right in the heart of riverside!! read more

They have the best Mexican food within a 20-mile radius! It's a byob and not fancy but the food makes up for it. Their chips and salsa are homemade as is their tortillas for our steak burrito supreme and soft steak tacos. The refried beans is soooo creamy. And the rice is buttery and cooked perfectly. The portions are huge too. read more

Franco's Taqueria - a plate of mexican food - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, New Jersey

Food is so yummy! I am so glad to have delicious Mexican food so close! I have ordered from here and been in person. Always good!

What are you doing reading reviews? Go place your order lol My sister and I *stumbled* upon this place a few Saturdays ago after a walk in the park. Best stop ever! Will certainly be back. read more

I have to give this place 5 stars. The rice and beans were really good. I ordered a chicken chimichanga of which was definitely tasty but the guy walked up to the table and asked if we like spice before bringing out a homemade sauce that took it over the top. Excellent customer service, good food and not too busy around lunch time during the workweek. Really enjoyed and recommend this place. read more

Franco's Taqueria - Chicken chimichanga. Mmmmmm good - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, New Jersey

Great food, I do takeout and have never been disappointed. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

I'm not from the area but was at a friends house and googled Mexican and this place came up.... I'm glad I ordered from here food was delicious!! What I love was the food was very flavorful and they didn't skimp on the shrimp!!! You know how you order something and they put the minimum in to keep you satisfied well they went above a beyond!!! I couldn't even finish it.... On top of the food being good when I went to pick up the atmosphere was lively and Jackie was so fantastic at making suggestions I ended up ordering a few more things. If I'm ever in the area again I'll definitely be back I know I'm going to crave their burrito and guac! read more

I was brought here by friend and fellow Yelp!er "Pamela K." who has done nothing but rave about this place for months now. I finally acquiesced and I couldn't be happier that I did. The food is fresh, the restaurant is clean and the service is outstanding. First key to eating on the cheap -- BYOB! Score. Franco runs the show here. He cooks, serves, and plays gracious host with ease. He treats you like family - lets you know what goodness he has just concocted today (house-made Chipotle sauce on the day I went) and is super-accommodating. I don't eat meat and although there are not a ton of veggie options on the menu Franco will whip you something up to suit your tastes in a heartbeat. I requested the fried plantains as someone here suggested. They were excellent, thick-cut. I typically like mine a little thinner but these were AWESOME. Also, I split an order of fried plantains and had a burrito with beans and rice on the side. Total bill? 9.58. Yep, you read that right. Rachel Ray... bring your "$40/day" -- and walk out with change! After eating lots of delicious real Mexican down in Hammonton (migrant workers are particular about their Mexican :) and even some in Philly, I can say that this is one of the best spots around. read more

Franco's Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, New Jersey

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The food tastes good but they do not listen! This is my second Taco salad and both times I've asked no jalapeños on the salad and not only are they on the salad but buried underneath the layers unfortunately. It's sad because we would probably patronize them more if they cared enough to get the order right. read more

Super tasty, home made Mexican food, and friendly service. Really love the mixt enchiladas and enjoyed every bite. A man, who I believe is the owner, came out to chat with us to see if everything was ok. We told him we really savoured our dinner. Would absolutely return if in the area again! read more

Amazing food hidden in Riverside! A must go for authentic Mexican food. Interior could use some rehabbing but other than that it's incredible . read more

Franco's Taqueria - Chicken Burrito Supreme (in front) and Franco's Mixt Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, New Jersey

Im a big fan of Francos. My wife is from San Diego and really misses the Mexican food. She loves Francos and places it as one of the best Mexican restaurants she has had on the east coast. Very clean. It is a little pricy but the ingredients make it worth while. read more

Franco's Taqueria - Very clean - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, New Jersey

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Called and placed an order. Waiting to give them card number while they helped another customer and phone call got disconnected. We've been trying to call back for the last 40 minutes and it goes straight to voicemail. What a fucking joke of an establishment Update: they called back over after over an hour and they were extremely apologetic. read more

Great food. Big menu. Off the beaten path a little so not crowded. Have had multiple dishes and all were great. If you like hot spice..... The hot here is hot. read more

Franco's Taqueria - Enchiladas mixt with mole sauce - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, New Jersey

I am so happy right now! My son and I just had dinner at Franco's and it was SOooo good! Everything was fresh, very tasty! They were a little busy with take-out orders when we arrived, but our waitress (possibly co-owner?) brought us menus and chips with salsa while we waited. I got the orchata, which was made to order. Creamy, refreshing, and just the right amount of cinnamon and sweetness. We shared a, "Franco's Appetizer". It's a sampler platter of cheese quesadilla, chicken fluatas, fried plantains, and tostones that were so yum! He ordered the (3) ground beef soft tacos, with option #2 (lettuce, tomato & cheese). I ordered the (3) beef tongue soft tacos, with option #4 (cilantro, onion, lemon, lettuce, tomato, pico). They even put a couple of jalapeños and a drizzle of crema on top of each. The tacos were filled to maximum capacity, delicious, just perfect! I also ordered a small side of guacamole. We had no room for it in our tacos, but we figured it out. So good! We were both pretty full at this point, but we HAD to try some dessert. He ordered the flan, I ordered the tres leche cake. So. Freaking. Good! His flan was rich and dense, almost the consistency of a cheesecake. My cake was sweet, subtly flavored and the lovely taste of condensed milk (which was pooled around the bottom of the cake) was so wonderful! Franco himself greeted all of the customers, was genuinely warm and interested in how you were enjoying your experience. Local folks picking up take-out were recognized and treated like old friends. We felt very welcome and at home by the staff and atmosphere. Understated, but comfortable. One of my new favorite places! We will definitely be back! read more

After living in the area for so long, I decided to try this place. I am a die hard Mexican food lover and this food was amazing. The tacos, burritos, tostadas, the nachos EVERYTHING !!! Delicious. I didn't even get to take a picture, it smelt so good I dug in immediately. I will forever go here. read more

Meh. That's all I'll say. Nice people working there, but just not very good food. As a small, independent business, I wish I could give it more stars, but I'd be lying. read more

Food was delicious! With great flavor and friendly staff. I would definitely stop by again and yes it was my first time eating there. Services could have been quicker but overall a good experience! read more

Where to begin? The food was marvelous!. It's a family operation and they actually care what you think. The jalapeño poppers were homemade goodness (and I don't normally like poppers.). Be sure to try the sauce. Our entrees left us with the impression that everything on the menu is good. It was our first time there but we will be back! read more

Excellent authentic Mexican food. Attention to detail when placing orders for clients who can't eat spicy food. Definitely a repeat.