Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    La Chula

    4.1 (81 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

    Order La Chula Takeout or Delivery

    La Chula Photos

    LA CHULA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Trendy
    Outdoor seating

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - La Chula

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Chips and salsa
    Hector S.

    La Chula restaurant has a lot going for it. It's a somewhat small space serving tasty Mexican food and it also has a bar. I didn't try any margaritas but maybe next time. However, I the chips and salsa were okay. The price for them was a little much in my opinion. The chicken burrito bowl came in a fun tortilla bowl. The star of the show was the chicken which I thought was excellently seasoned. The chicken, guacamole, veggies, beans, and rice all paired well which made the dish tasty. I also enjoyed my agua fresca. I would get take out the next time I want Mexican and I'm in Rahway.

    Elotes De La Esquina
    Sheila S.

    Shopping for Black Friday and got a bit hungry. Decided to try this place La Chula. Loved the name since my sister used to call me that. Anywho I was led astray. From the greeting from Daniela to the drink and food plus the music playing in the background it did not disappoint. I'm looking forward to bringing friends and family. If you're in the neighborhood sincerely think you should try.

    Cynthia A.

    A great Tex-Mex place in the heart of downtown Rahway. Biggest con is the parking situation. We walked in as a group of 4 and were seated immediately. The drinks were strong and delicious ( we collectively got the green& blue sangrias, chihuahua ( made with aguardiente)). We got the birria tacos and they were delicious. The presentation with the dry ice was also very festive. The birria burger was also good and filling. The chicken nachos were also just as filling and great for sharing. For dessert, we ordered the churros and was also impressed by the presentation. They were also nice and warm and the vanilla ice cream and sauces were yummy.

    Frozen margaritas!! Yum
    Camille G.

    Great place with great food. Stopped in to pregame Cinco de Mayo. We were seated immediately. It was a few minutes left for happy hour menu. We ordered kiwi and pineapple frozen margaritas. We were expecting a slushy. We got an amazing cocktail. So we ordered another one!its definitely a must try!! Chicken nachos and guacamole with nachos. Both were very good! We will come back for dinner. Great place o love the welcoming feel.

    Isla Mujeres
    Adrienne M.

    I absolutely loved La Chula. The restaurant is fun and vibrant with food/drinks to match! My friend suggested this spot for our double date and it lived up to everything she said it was. We ordered a bunch of different menu items: Food: - Queso Fundido - Guac - Salmon Tropical - Chicken Quesadilla - Steak Tacos Drinks: - Isla Mujeres - La Jefa Margarita - Tequila shots Food came out quick and it was delicious! If you order guac, you HAVE to get it with tropical style (w/ mango). It adds a sweet touch to it. For the queso fundido, we were able to order it without chorizo as they have a mushroom option as well or you can order it plain. I really enjoyed the salmon tropical, especially with the chunks of mango paired with white rice. Their drink presentation was on point even down to the shots. My drink was the La Jefa marg and added guava with my first drink and strawberry for the second. Very tasty! Service was fairly quick as we didn't find ourselves waiting too long for our waiter. All in all, La Chula is a great for date nights, girls nights and friend meet ups. The restaurant is lively and they play music which isn't super loud so you can still have conversations. Total bill for 4 was $281.64 cash and $292.29 for card (CC fee is 3.99% which was $10.64. Will definitely be back!

    Birria Burger
    Mykhalo P.

    The birria tacos and the burgers are amazing. Perfect for either a date night or a night out with friends. Ambiance is slightly loud and colorful - but that's the point! You're getting a "party" vibe. Service is great.

    Chicken taco, elotes, rice beans
    Latoya L.

    I give this place a 3.5. I came here on a Tuesday for taco Tuesday's and karaoke night. I came around 7pm but I guess that was too early for karaoke because it didnt start until about 9pm. The place is extremely small, but they do have an outdoor patio. I came with my sister and we asked about the taco Tuesday specials. They told us basically all the taco selections are half off. The menu was on tablets as well. So we ordered the chicken tacos with flour tortillas, rice, beans, eleotes, and chips with salsa. I also got a virgin passion fruit mojito and my sister got the lemondae. Both drinks were extremely sour. I had to dilute it with water but it was still good. The food cane out about 10 min later and the presentation was night with the smoke from the dry ice. The chicken tacos where ok, the rice was ok, the beans were bland beyond belief, and we didnt care for the salsa choices. The elotes was really good as well but had a chipotle type mayo. All in all, I would definatly come back. The bill was $50 and the most expensive thing was the corn which was $10. I would definatly come later because i was looking forward to kareoke but came too early. P.S- parking will be a hassle but I found one right in front

    Desiree F.

    One of my girlfriends and I got together for dinner and a drink. When I arrived I found parking on the street. I walked in and found my friend. The restaurant is super cute. We were served by Johnathan, and he was good. They had taco Tuesday with half off tacos and $8 frozen margaritas. I started with the frozen margarita, and I didn't care for it. I got the red sangria instead, and it was delicious! I also got the shrimp tacos, and they were good but needed more shrimp! My friend liked her tacos as well! This particular night, they had karaoke, and I sang my heart away lol. The bill was affordable and I had a fun night!

    Margarita
    Isabel A.

    Came here on a Friday night excited for some good Mexican food and fun vibes. The porch setup with a live DJ was a nice touch, though the music transitions were a bit choppy. I ordered a passion fruit margarita--$12 for a super small drink in a plastic cup felt underwhelming. The birria tostadas sounded promising but ended up dry and not as flavorful as expected. I probably will not be back.

    Taquitos de pollo
    Yesenia R.

    Visited for a girl's night out and was blown away by the amazing staff and food. We were a party of 7 and they were trying to sit us inside in a table for 6, but after we requested if we could sit outside we were pleasantly surprised by the beautiful decor and the amazing waiter. To start we ordered the guacamole with mango, the queso with chorizo, street corn, taquitos with chicken, nachos and Bombones de jalapenos. All were delicious and served in beautiful and unique way. Drinks were all also beautiful and delicious. For the entree I has the birria tocos with a side of cilantro-lime rice. I am usually disappointed with birria tacos, but theirs were delicious. For dessert I ordered the churros and they came with vanilla ice cream and fudge. Just perfect to end a perfect night. Please give them a try!

    Stephanie C.

    I stopped by La Chula for lunch with a friend. It was a Saturday afternoon and we were seated right away. The restaurant is small. It was very nicely decorated and the music that was playing was a vibe! We shared the quesabirria and al pastor tacos. The presentation was very nice and IG worthy. I loved the quesabirria, the flavors were great. The broth it came with was very good. The al pastor tacos were okay, they tasted bland. I would not order them again. I also enjoyed the red and green sauces they provided. The drinks were really good and well made. I had the passion fruit margarita and it was delicious! The service was good, our server was friendly and attentive. I would come here again but skip the tacos.

    Complimentary shots
    Rose C.

    Came to La Chula on a Sunday afternoon with friends. We were seated immediately by the hostess. The entire restaurant was decorated for Christmas which felt festive. We started with the chihuahua cocktail which was aesthetically cute and actually tasted good. I got the birria tacos which were delicious. I love how crisp the taco shell was while the meat was very tender. I also got the blue sangria which was in a huge wine glass and they filled it almost to the brim. The bartender was definitely heavy handed with that drink. We also got the nachos with chicken (not pictured) which was like a mountain of food. Three of us were able to split it. For dessert, we had churros and ice cream which came in this super cute mini ice cream carriage. The staff was super nice. Our table got complimentary shots and we got our picture taken which was featured on their Instagram story. I had a great time. It's a good restaurant for a cute and intimate setting for a small group outing.

    Green tea shots
    Marta F.

    Came here with friends for a birthday. We parked in the parking deck for only $2! Had too wait a little for a table, this place is pretty small and really decorated cute. Started with a couple of flavored margaritas they were all good.We ordered the flautas and esquites as appetizers. The flautas were really good with a great presentation, the esquites with chorizo were ok. We shared the El Volcajete an La Mexican for dinner, good portions and very flavorful. Our waitress was not very attentive and we had to always look for her at one point it felt like half hour passed without seeing her. This place is way to small to get lost. On the other hand the busboy was great! Another downfall is they add the gratuity to the bill and we were a group of three. Was very disappointed because even though the food was good but service wasn't. I gave this place 4 stars only because the food was good and the busboy was outstanding! Not sure if I would come back.

    See all

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Gary S.
    17
    11
    0

    1 month ago

    Great drinks, food and atmosphere. Always have a good time here, especially if we're out on the patio. Highly recommend.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 1
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Desiree F.
    796
    1995
    14295

    3 years ago

    Helpful 11
    Thanks 1
    Love this 6
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Isabel A.
    186
    104
    189

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    3 years ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 9
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    It's great to have a late night option for food when you need it. Especially one in walking distance to home.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jyoti M.
    0
    48
    125

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 1

    3 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 3
    Love this 5
    Oh no 2

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kyle F.
    0
    33
    68

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 3

    Ask the Community - La Chula

    Is there hookah?

    I don't think so

    View All 2 Questions

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Tex-Mex 2,480 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    The Irving Inn Social

    The Irving Inn Social

    4.3
    (406 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    1st time in Rahway and we stayed at the Watt Hotel it was late and we wanted a burger... this place…read morewas in literally a few doors down so we decided to stop by. For starters we had the shrimp tacos!!! $17 for 2 but worth every penny! And they were by far The best I've ever had!! Very fresh toppings and perfectly seasoned. And I loved the green sauce they topped it with. For dinner my husband and I split the $19 classic burger and substituted the fries for a Caesar salad. We also subbed the cheddar cheese for the smoked Gouda and omg chefs kiss!! Ordered it medium and It was cooked perfectly! For drinks we had a coke soda $3.50 and an uptown girl (lychee martini) $14 Both were good. The servers were really nice. The vibe was laid back. The volume of the music was perfect. The bathrooms were really clean. If ever in the area again I'd definitely come back!

    I went to The Irving Social on April 7, 2026, and it definitely didn't disappoint--this wasn't my…read morefirst visit, and it continues to be a favorite! I love their Caesar salad--it's consistently delicious and one of the main reasons I keep coming back. The service is always awesome, and the staff makes the experience even better. The ambiance of the place is also a big plus--great vibes all around, whether you're catching up with friends or just stopping by to unwind. It's a perfect spot for a quick happy hour. On top of that, I find their prices to be very fair for the quality you get. Overall, I would absolutely recommend, this place is a solid go-to and you won't be disappointed!

    Photos
    Dining room
    Dining room
    Grilled salmon with brocollini and apple purée with a side of greens.
    Grilled salmon with brocollini and apple purée with a side of greens.
    Jambalaya (risotto based... hand to Bible this is so flipping good!)

    See all

    Jambalaya (risotto based... hand to Bible this is so flipping good!)
    Black Sheep Bar And Provisions

    Black Sheep Bar And Provisions

    4.4
    (86 reviews)
    4.3 mi

    My mom and sister and I had an awesome meal there. The service was impeccable. The service was…read morefantastic. The hostess is so fun and energetic and engaging. The food was tremendous all the food apps entrées desserts drinks are over. The top will be going back many times.!

    Twice in 10 days, yes I sure did go back! Black sheep is…read morewhere all the cool kids come to grab a drink. Whether it's at the bar or a table outside try to make a reservation to secure your seat. One of the times I went was on a Wednesday and the place was packed our wait was about 20 mins and it was well worth it. The menu changes daily so don't go back expecting to get the same thing you ordered the last time. To be quite honest of all the items I ordered two did not stand out although sounding promising The lobster roll, the bread was mediocre and the filling was scarce. The pizzette was also ehhh. Nothing impressionable. However the oysters, fully dressed and ready for consumption were pops of freshness and flavorful jellies exploding in your mouth. The corn was a nice touch. The mussels were in this sauce that was to die for. Full of garlic and creaminess paired with about 3 slices of sourdough bread perfect for soaking. The crostini appetizer, drooling thinking about it. Prosciutto with honey and mozzarella is the best combination.now for the chicken Milanese. Perfectly crisp with tomatoes I'm not sure what they put in the salad but delicious! Overall it's worth a happy hour with great deals. And even the dinner entrees are worth the visit. Third time back will be soon.

    Photos
    Black Sheep Bar And Provisions
    Beef cheek
    Beef cheek
    Black Sheep Bar And Provisions

    See all

    The Westfield by Casa del Rey

    The Westfield by Casa del Rey

    4.0
    (59 reviews)
    3.7 mi

    We came here because of the marketing we saw. Looked good with happy hour specials. Sadly our…read moreexperience was awful. We sat outside, when treated by the waiter we asked about the happy hour specials. He stated only if you sit at the bar. We asked if we could have the specials outside so we could keep our waiter. They agreed or so we thought. We ordered drinks and the waiter seemed irritated when we put our order in for food. He walked away as we started to tell him what we wanted. One of my friends ordered a drink that tasted like pure syrup. She asked him if he could take it back since it was undrinkable. He brought the bar tender out and he had an attitude about the drink saying he made it and it's fine. At this point with the rude arrogant behavior we don't want the food now. We canceled our order and asked for the check. The hostess offered the margarita flatbread for free and we declined. The waiter and bartender were very rude. He brought our check and surprise it was not the happy hour prices they had said they were charging. It's a shame this place is beautiful and has ample parking. The wait staff except for the hostess will have this place shutting down with the way they treat people.

    We dined here for a family birthday with a party of 11. This place is not only a restaurant, but it…read morealso has a bar that serves top notch drinks, tapas, and space for events and celebrations. They have ample parking attached to the restaurant. They play salsa and merengue all night and the ambiance is fun and lively. They have a kid's menu available as well. Our server Paul was so friendly and really attentive the entire service. I have to say the tastiest were the drunken birria nachos and the creamy Tuscan salmon in Alfredo sauce served over a bed of spinach. I will definitely return to try more of their delicious dishes

    Photos
    The Westfield by Casa del Rey
    Wine flights and Bruschetta what could be betta?
    Wine flights and Bruschetta what could be betta?
    Creative cocktails on the patio.

    See all

    Creative cocktails on the patio.
    House 157 Restaurant

    House 157 Restaurant

    3.7
    (208 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$$

    First of all' Wow where do I start! Right from the Door it was impressive, You can view the Dining…read morearea where it looked like everyone was enjoying their meal. The Hostess seated us, right away and She has well was impressive with Her Casual Dressy Appearance, which is a nice requirement for this restaurant, which was another quality I liked when making this choice for a Birthday Celebration. Now let's get to the food, A definite'10! I had the Red Snapper and my Friend had the Oxtails, cooked to perfection, and the Sides, were, Jollof Rice and it was Delicious as well! Drinks were good, you could taste the alcohol! There also was a DJ, of course, Saturday night! Waitress was awesome, She had Patience and checked on us frequently and the place was buzzing, and know I know why!‍ I recommend you guys get a Chance To go, Run! Definitely worth the trip!

    ambiance Upon…read moreentering the restaurant, they have the check in podium right there along with a back drop of the restaurant name adorned with flowers along the rim for photo opportunities and also a small tucked away private dining area for parties i'm assuming. The main part of the restaurant is cozy and compact. There's a small bar with seating for roughly 10 people at quick glance . Various tables throughout the restaurant along with upstairs loft like tables for a more private experience. lighting was low and the restaurant played music as well ( a mix of hip hop n rnb) overall, it was a vibe . service no complaints at all with service. However, some of the dishes i tried order were already sold out and we were a 730 reservation so i was surprised about that . Food I ordered their " Rasta Pasta w/ Salmon " i was expecting it to be actually spicy and it was devoid of spice. pasta was cooked good though and the veggies were also cooked well. The salmon though was a bit dry for my liking but it wasn't too bad that it was inedible. Overall, i'm glad i tried this spot , however i think the ambience outshines the food here. I'm willing to try other things though to see what else is on their menu and i did see they do have brunch.

    Photos
    House 157 Restaurant
    Black rice
    Black rice
    Fried chicken

    See all

    Fried chicken
    District Taco

    District Taco

    3.6
    (19 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    We tried District Taco because it was on the Enkind app, where I had credit. Its similar to…read moreChipotle. I think that the menu is bigger, and the prices are a little higher. The higher prices seem to be reasonable because the portions are much bigger than Chipotle. I couldn't come close to finishing my meal. The food was quite good, although a little too salty. One of the best things versus Chipotle was that it was not packed, so don't need to wait too long for the food.

    Vegetarian friendly! Pescatarian too! I ordered the Fish Taco Deluxe in a BOWL ~ excellent meal!…read more I added black beans and Guacamole. It was enough food for a dinner, so I brought the rest home since it was lunchtime. Nice open & spacious atmosphere in the dining area. Very clean with many regular tables and chairs and also high (bar height) tables & chairs spaced nicely. Also 2 counter style seating areas; 1 overlooks the street. Orders can be placed on a Kiosk computer or directly with an employee. A friendly and helpful female employee was patient with the many questions I had since this was my first time there. The food preparation area was efficient; the workers wore gloves. The food is delicious and there's quite a variety including protein foods, toppings and sides... see photos. Definitely recommend & I will be returning again! Note: For those with walkers or wheelchairs, there are 2 entrances ~ one with a nice long ramp & the other with stairs. Both open to a foyer. It would be a good idea for a person with a wheelchair or walker to be dropped off as soon as you pull into the driveway, rather than walk from the parking lot. Menu: https://www.districttaco.com/pages/district-taco-menu

    Photos
    District Taco
    Chorizo tacos
    Chorizo tacos
    District Taco

    See all

    La Chula - tex-mex - Updated August 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...