Was specifically on the hunt for queso enchiladas verde in Jersey City. No - not the ones you get…read moreat fancy Mexican restaurants, but the one you get at the hole in the wall takeout spots that aren't always located in the most gentrified parts of town. El Rancho Taqueria fits the bill. Placed an order for takeout and trekked 10 mins (in timbs lol) to pickup the food and eat it in the comforts of home. This fit my nearly 6 year craving to the T. The melted queso and heat of the verde sauce was perfect. The rice and beans were plentiful, but not too much. Enchiladas were cooked well. Couldn't ask for more - I found my spot! For under $12, can't ask for more.

Wanted to have some authentic Mexican food and El Ranchero Taqueria delivered just that. This was…read moremy first time here and I'll definitely be coming back. I ordered a chicken burrito bowl and steak tacos. I took the food to go but it definitely was cozy in there. Plenty of people were having dinner I saw a couple enjoying some guacamole and chips, a friend group having some churros and another table eating fajitas. My order was taken immediately and not long after it came out to go. The tacos were delicious I loved the raw onion and the orange sauce that came on the side. They were wrapped with two tortillas and the steak had a nice juicy flavor. The burrito bowl had beans, chicken, yellow rice, cheese and a salad mix. Both meals were delicious but I enjoyed the tacos a bit more. This place left me full and satisfied.

This is a good taco spot in Jersey city. It is cash only and the service was good. There's a good…read moreambience. They have a fan but no ac. Overall good burritos.

My kind of place--no frills, just good food!…read more We came here for a Sunday lunch and thoroughly enjoyed our meal. With plenty of locals dining here, you know it's got to be good. I had the veggie tostada, and my husband went for the chicken burrito. Both were delicious, and the sauces on the table were a fantastic addition--super flavorful! The place is small, so be patient and plan for a bit of a wait to get seated. Definitely coming back to try more dishes!

I love everything about Taqueria except for the exceptionally long wait times on the weekends. But…read moreit's because the food, the drinks and the vibes are so incredible that you kind of don't mind the wait. I've waited every time I've come but last weekend was by far the longest. We put our names down around 7:30, grabbed a few margaritas from the bar inside and waited outside on the sidewalk for about an hour and a half. A couple tips to make your wait bearable! -If you are staying close by, grab some margaritas at the bar and hang out. -If your wait time is expected to be over an hour, I promise it won't be less than that so you might as well walk around or grab drinks elsewhere and come back. After we finally got in, we were seated in the enclosed back patio space (it's still cold out, but this is usually a lovely spot for dinner during the warmer months). Get the guac! We got a medley of a bunch of different tacos but my favorite was the fish and the lengua. Loved everything and have declared every time that I leave that those are the best tacos in the area. Worth the wait (to an extent) but just go on a weeknight if ya can!

Taqueria Downtown is definitely a Jersey City staple. Everyone knows it, everyone has been at least…read moreonce, and the vibe is always lively. There are just a few things worth knowing before you go. First: the drinks. They are strong. Be-smart-and-stop-at-two strong. They taste great, but they sneak up on you fast. I ended up way sicker than expected, and I'm not a lightweight, so definitely pace yourself!! They will keep them coming long after you should have stopped. Second: they do not take reservations. Ever. Be prepared to wait, especially on weekends or evenings. It seems to be part of the Taqueria experience at this point, but it is still something to keep in mind. Now for my fellow vegans, here is the heads up. The complimentary chips are fine, but the salsa they bring out apparently has chicken broth in it. I had no idea the first time, since basic tomato salsa is usually the safest bet everywhere. They also use that same salsa on the tacos, so make sure you ask for it to be left off. As for vegan options, the nopalitos (cactus) tacos were pretty bland, and I really wish there were a few more solid choices without having to worry about hidden ingredients. All in all, I would not come here on my own for a meal, but I would definitely join a group if everyone wanted cheap tacos and very strong drinks. The atmosphere is fun, and it is a JC classic. It just is not the most vegan-friendly spot.

Maybe it was all those awful Twitter scolds howling about the evils of the "burrito taxi," but I…read morewas in the mood for DoorDash's most reviled offering. The carnitas burrito was juicy and well-crafted. I liked the zingy salsa and even the rice. The preparation was speedy. Sorry haters. I'm glad I got this "luxury item." For my next act I'll buy avocado toast, which will be solely responsible for my inability to my a house.

Love their mushroom tacos! The mushrooms have that charred flavor, and their salsas are great…read more I have tried other dishes too like Tostadas - huge portion, bowls are also good if you are looking for huge portion. The cauliflower tacos or quesadillas are okay. Nothing great about them, lack favor. Service is great and its a good place to sit down for lunch or dinner.

We came here on a Saturday afternoon for lunch and we were seated immediately. The restaurant has…read moreplenty of seats and 1 bathroom stall for each gender. The guac and chips were tasty with many options. The ribeye burrito was gigantic!! It was almost the size of my forearm. It was a bit saucier than I wanted. Nonetheless, it was yummy and extremely filling. Service was decent but it was hard to get the staff's attention at times.

We just found our new favorite Taco Tuesday spot in Jersey City!…read more We tried the CARNITAS (pork belly taco) and TAKES JUAN TO KNOW JUAN (beef taco) -- every bite was packed with flavor. These aren't your average tacos -- they're high-end, elevated versions, and absolutely delicious. The food and service both deserve 5 stars! Taco Tuesday is cash only, which might be a downside for some, but you get 50% off regular prices, so it's totally worth it. We loved it and will definitely be back!

For living in NJ for nearly my entire life, I never stepped foot inside a Tacoria. Now living in…read moreJersey City, I couldn't avoid seeing it only a couple streets away from where I live. Looking for a quick dinner, I decided to come here on a whim. Because it was raining pretty decently, I opted to eat inside. There's a small size dining area in the back, though the ordering area and hallway leading there is a bit narrow. Anyhow, for those who are new, the concept is similar to Chipotle, except that they create everything for you behind the scenes. I basically opted for the burrito bowl except with the vegan chorizo (Tacorizo). Before adding the sauces, the Tacorizo had a good amount of heat to it. I simply added the two mildest sauces and it was just enough. Bowl tasted great and it was obviously very filling. Good spot for a quick bite.

S/o to the Yelp event for sponsoring some of my food (cuz obviously you gotta get more when you…read morecan, duh!). That being said, the habanero sweet orange sauce and the elite corn they have from the sides menu... Best things I ate there! I don't even know what that orange mayo like sauce was on that corn but it made me sad knowing I only had two cute baby corns to eat, I just wanted to keep getting kernels in my teeth for that cob. And the habanero sauce, was downright slurpable. I didn't bother drizzling when you can just take a shot of it after every bite of either taco, burrito, whatever you get. Had to separate this paragraph for the tacos I got. I got 4 tacos. A pollo pastor, a shredded chicken, regular pollo, and regular carne asada. Now pollo and carne asada, nothing too special. Standard but with the way they sauce it and present it, I can say solid taco. The pollo pastor...as someone who can't eat pork, this was a blast to eat. They use mini chunk pineapple and put a good amount of condiments to balance it all out. Chicken not dry and super flavorful. Also enjoy the single tortilla over double. Less carbs. Now that shredded chicken. While not dry, I don't know where that bite was taking me. I just wasn't feeling it and I can't pinpoint why. I don't know if it's the extra stuff on top of it, or the fact that the corn was my fave but the side sauces didn't help. I'd def come back for the other 3 but not that shredded one. That limonada was sooooo good and refreshing! I thought I'd get horchata when I had the chance but because that limonada was hitting right, didn't even bother. And the fact it's like unlimited refills if you get a drink, totally worth it! Overall, I appreciate the patience of the manager and cashier. They were really nice and helpful. The interior was sick too. Repurpose lockers for chairs. Baseball stadium chairs. Definitely tight but just right. I was struggling finding spots for Mexican food, I have a pretty high standard for it, but I'll give this a solid/perfection score lol

Love love love this spot! The food is always delicious , made fast and fresh…read more The place is large and can seat plenty of people and the staff are always cool and friendly. I got me the lamb and beef burrito and when I say that shit was huge it was HUGE lol they packed it with so much meat I could barely eat it . Def worth the price even if you think it's on the pricey side and they also gave me 3 sour creams to go with it. I could barely hold the burrito and eat it all. Highly recommend their food and drinks

Tried the chicken torta this time. $16 is a pretty tall ask, but then I realized it's because the…read morething is my size of my friggin forearm. Huge portion, and flavor was fine, but I feel like it could be better with something sour or tangy. I think the onions were pickled, but not well enough. Or instead of avocado, you could do a lime guac. Also I had to use my own knife to cut it into manageable sections (to-go order). Pretty crazy that they just serve the whole thing to you, but maybe they cut it if you dine inside. Pina colada slushie was great, but not worth dropping 6 bucks, that's insane.

Really good Mexican food! Sopa is flavorful and they have a bunch of food to choose from! On top of…read morethat, this has been the most affordable mexican spot ive seen compared to others, without missing out on the good quality food. Ive also been looking around for a long time for good carne asada fries and this will now be my go to mexican spot!

This is the best authentic Mexican restaurant in Jersey City! The flavors are bold and they make…read moreeverything in house. It's family owned and everyone is welcoming and friendly. They also have good prices.

Service is horrible , specially because you go in for a drink and they expect you to have a full…read moremeal , it is also a bar so people can go in just for drinks . After a while they stopped coming to our table , I wanted to drink but apparently if you're not eating they don't need to pay attention to you . After being there for an hour and half my friend's Daugther arrived and they told us she couldn't stay because it was a bar ( even tho we were NOT seated at the bar . So we got up and went to the other aside where there's the regular restaurant tables . After being there for about 5 minutes the hostess walks up to me and says they don't allow outside beverage and handed me a paper bag . I asked her even if I got it at your bar on the other side ? She then says OH ! You got it here ? My response was I've been here for an hour and half , and do you allow outside beverages ? She said no , ok so I got this at your bar . She then gives me a look with an attitude , seriously I've been sitting on the other side for an hour and half and NOW you noticed ??! Didn't really like the service or the experience . There are other places around where you can sit and have a drink

I came here because Newport really doesn't have a ton of options for happy hour. Well, I imagine…read moremost just hang out downtown or head off on a nice stroll to Hoboken. Anyhow, Los Cuernos is one of the few located conveniently on Washington Blvd. It's a Mexican Restaurant true-and-true, with a relatively tight bar area. The bar itself maybe seats about 10 and there are a few tables behind it. It's a bit dimly lit, but if the doors are open you can get a nice little breeze and even some sunlight. Anyhow, their happy hour specials ($5 for the beers on tap) is pretty good. You also get chips and salsa included so you can't ask too much more. Also, this is a rare Los Angeles bar (specially East LA) in NYC and definitely the only one in Jersey City (and probably NJ). That's quite rare. Lots of Dodgers memorabilia as well as a few Lakers photos hanging across the bar.

Won't be coming back here again, womp womp. Ordered takeout and everything was honestly just…read more.. bad. Old/stiff rice that was super flavorless, steak burrito had barely a sprinkle of steak in it, and the soup was inedible. Waste of $40+

This was decent small portions on the chips like everything else on the island way overpriced.read more