One of the best Bar and Grill Restaurants in Elizabeth. They have a rocking vibe with plenty of seating, both indoor and outdoor. Decor looks trendy with plenty of Insta-friendly backgrounds. We were a party of six, and the service was quick enough considering how packed they were. Staff were friendly and polite. The music can get a bit loud though. We ordered a variety of Cocktails and some Mocktails too and everything tasted great. Appetizers and Entrées were yummy and were presented well. Definitely recommend. read more

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Glad we came on a Thursday. I could imagine how pack this must get. They had a DJ mixing with large screen music videos. It's large inside and tables were perfectly placed. Staff were very attentive and friendly. Our food was super fresh. I loved everything. Empanada was delicious right amount of meat and cheese ratio. It wasn't cheddar cheese it was Mexican cheese. Tacos were my favorite as the meat was pulled and juicy . The guacamole with beef tips on top was the best we all agreed it was epic! We will definitely come back. read more

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This was my first time coming here, and I highly doubt this is going to be my last time. The vibes are definitely here. Between the music and how the place is designed on the interior, it really is a vibe. The service here is really good. The staff is so accommodating. We had a group of about 18 people. The only thing I didn't like was how long the food took to come. That could also have been because of how large our party was. I ordered the chicken dish. My friend ordered the steak, and my girlfriend ordered the guacamole appetizer. All of the food was slappppin lol. One thing they know how to do here is flavor. It all tasted authentic. I can't wait to come back. Just beware, this place is pricey. And I recommend you make reservations. read more

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I visited Mexology for my sister's bachelorette dinner and it was such a nice experience! Usually when places are advertised all over social media it doesn't turn out to be so good so I was surprised. We made a reservation a week in advance. Keep in mind that you have to provide your credit card either through email or over the phone to secure your reservation. When we came it was raining so we weren't able to sit outside which is where we booked to sit. We ended up sitting somewhere that didn't have enough space for us and the table behind us so the manager simply moved us to a more spacious area. The inside was just as nice as the outside. Luckily it stopped raining and they dried off the outdoor area and seated us there. The music was very lively. They played a mix of old and new school reggaeton with a live DJ and music videos on a big screen. The waiter was very welcoming and explained the pre fixe menu ($55 pp not including tip). They bring out all the appetizers first, then 1 entree of our choosing, and multiple desserts on a platter. I really like the family style since our party was so large. They provided us with guacamole, ceviche, and empanadas. I didn't have time to take pictures before everyone devoured it (sorry)! For my entree, I had the "8 oz Churrasco Al Café" It was sooo delicious! It was filled with so much flavor and I was happy it came with potatoes so it wasn't too heavy. The dessert was also really good. I was a big fan of the churros. The staff were all really helpful and I would come back! read more

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Went here for a brunch/lunch on a Saturday for my friend's birthday. Here are my thoughts... Atmosphere: I was a bit dead at the time we went but we enjoyed ourselves Decor: On the inside it's very nicely decorated; it's a sophisticated glam. On the outside it's more of a Tulum vibe with wooden tables and rattan chairs Music: they played a good mix. Latin, Afrobeats, and pop Food: We were there during brunch hours and on the menu, you can only choose from the brunch, appetizer, and dessert menus. There were not many choices on the brunch menu. We got guac and chips which were great. I got the red snapper and ate the whole plate clean. We also ordered churros but they were raw inside and had aluminum foil on one of them; they were comped. Drinks: I got the Mamita. It tastes good but a little sweet Good for: brunch, dinner Service: Service was pretty fast and they were super on it. read more

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3.5 stars for ok food but good drinks! Came for an evening event and had a live band in house! The restaurant was full and later in the night had a DJ. Drinks were extensive and average priced. They are made well and are tasty! The food is also extensive and was good but not amazing. Had the pork tacos. Overall, I'd come back again and recommend to try at least once! read more

Mexology - Pork tacos - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

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Came here to celebrate a birthday on a Saturday. We made reservations due to being a big party. The decor was lovey and there was band at night. Since we were a big party we did the prefix dinner menu. Shared appetizers of ceviche, empanadas, guacamole & chips. Main course i chose the barbacoa del pueblo included brisket, rice, beans and tortillas. The main course was delicious and worth the wait. At the end we had shared desserts of churros, lava cake, & cheesecake. The desserts i didn't like, had no flavor what so ever. For an experience we tried the Mezcal and Chapulines which you eat the grasshopper than take a shot. The grasshopper wasn't too bad just tasted salty. Overall great experience. read more

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Went to eat there last night. Server never came to greet us. We were waiting for a server for about 20 mins until we decided to leave. Which was really sad because this place has been one of the places we were dying to try, customer service was extremely bad and I would not recommend this place if you're looking to have a good time. read more

Made a reservation for 730 pm on a Friday night to come and try out this new restaurant i seen last week while in the area. Note: website requires a credit card to confirm your reservation. This particular section of Elizabeth is packed with restaurants and lounges, so parking is a hassle. I'm grateful to have found a parking on the street and avoid the $10 (I think) to park across the street. I was greeted quickly and nicely by the hostess and shown to my table as my other party was already waiting. I was provided the menu upon being seated. I perused the menu and decided to try a specialty cocktail with tequila (the names me, but something flame). We ordered chips and guacamole while we waited for our drinks. My other party ordered a sangria but didn't like it as it tasted like it contained tequila and returned it for another drink. Food- guacamole and chips..... guacamole tasted freshly made and was presented well. Cafe marinated steak - was good, well seasoned. The potatoes and Brussel sprouts needed something extra. Red snapper was a filet and was pretty good. Drinks- were just okay. The passionfruit mojito and the flaming drink both left a lot to be desired and was not strong enough. Ambiance- TOP Notch! Woodsy, bohemian Tulum vibes Restaurant is pretty big with two recognizable bar areas. Beautiful velvety green chairs and booth seating. There was a DJ there that was playing mostly Spanish music, but did change it up to some top 100 tunes as the night went progressed. We were offered hookah to purchase but decline. read more

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Great customer service, fun atmosphere, amazing margaritas and great food. Thanks for a good time!

This review is exclusively for the drinks/bar area. I stopped in with my partner after dinner from a Colombian restaurant since we were waiting to pick people up from the airport. This spot is a total gem in the downtown area of Elizabeth!! You feel like you are in the middle of Tulum, Mexico! Beautiful artwork and decor throughout the restaurant and bar area. You can tell they put a lot of thought into the interior design. While the prices are New York City prices, the quality of the drinks do dictate the high prices. They drinks were well made and strong and every detail is put into making the drinks. I would come back to try out the other drinks once I refill my wallet. I do think that may be a hurdle for some folks but I love seeing business development for these different and fun swanky places. read more

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New spot packing lots of good vibes, food and drinks! Plenty of seating arraignments, food options, drinks and hookah as well. They have an indoor and outdoor. It's sort of small and the dance floor is not big at all. It does have a fun atmosphere even though the DJ music is a bit loud... it's due to the small space, loud speakers. Service was on point and server was always around. read more

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Food was amazing! Hookah was great! The atmosphere was beautiful. It's an open covered patio. They also have an inside area too. Dj was good our server was very accommodating and helpful with recommendations. We will definitely be back read more

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I wasn't entirely sure how I felt about this place, my food was decent, wasn't a fan of the aesthetics but that's more a personal thing, the service was great, everyone was nice, but the food meh. read more

Went with my friends for the first time and had a great time! Loveddd the decoration and the vibes of the environment overall. Our server was extremely kind and kept walking over to us asking if we needed anything else. We had a few of their cocktails which were amazing. Ordered a couple of Caesar salads as we weren't too hungry initially (we were just interested in seeing the place, have a few drinks, and catch up), and honestly, I regret not ordering anything else! Caesar salad was delicious, so I can only imagine what the rest of their menu tastes like. Looking forward to going back!:) read more

Honestly, I REALLY wanted to like this place more. My friends and I visited Mexology for brunch on a Saturday. We were so excited because we hadn't gone out together in a long time. Unfortunately, the vibe was ruined by two particular servers. Our main server started off attentive and slowly seemed to avoid our table. After many attempts to reach our own server we were able to reach a different one to see if she could locate our original one and we were just met with an attitude and eye rolling. We could not believe it! Overall the food and drinks were okay, but not worth dealing with that kind of service! read more

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I came across this newly opened restaurant in Elizabeth on IG. As soon as you walk in, you feel the upscale ambiance. -Esthetics were 5/5 , seemed to be Tulum inspired. You can tell they paid close attention to details such as the rustic/bohemian decor yet embracing the beauty of nature (driftwood furniture and light fixtures). This is a sister restaurant to the Garden. -They were setting up for a live band possibly to play Mariachi music. -Juan, our server, was professional and very attentive. -The drink menu was nicely laid out but did not deliver in terms of flavor and I would consider it sub par. I would say this is the part of my experience that needed the most work. -The steak and ceviche were delicious. They should consider specialty nights crafted to build engagement. read more

Mexology - Interior decor - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

With pain in my heart I will NEVER step foot in this place again. Tonight made me feel more undervalued & discriminated then I have in years. I take my sobriety VERY seriously & the fact that I was asked to leave because they needed my table is so unbelievably RUDE. The question wasn't was I going to consume more, but rather was I going to consumed more liquor. Sobriety comes with being way more observant and I know that no other group was asked if they were going to consume more if not they "need" the table for other people. I was made to feel so small!! And before anyone asks "what are you doing at a restaurant/lounge?" Just because I'm sober doesn't mean I don't like to have fun every now and then & go dancing. I honestly had to hold my tears back because sobriety is something I've struggled with and to be judged this way is so incredibly hurtful. Also, I'd like to point out that our bill (my girl & I) was well over $100 + tip. If you're trying to get/stay sober I 100% DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE! read more

Mexology - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Diana was our server, and I can't say enough about her service! 10 out of 10. She went above and beyond to ensure we did not need anything and were enjoying ourselves. Her food recommendations were outstanding! The tuna steak was out of this world! I'd like to see more options on the brunch menu, though. This is why we ordered appetizers to hold us until 4 pm (when the dinner menu starts). The music volume made it difficult to have a conversation, lol But we managed, read more

Mexology - Delicious Tuna Steak. - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

This review is solely based on their service. Wanted to have dinner there two weeks ago with my friend. I went online and made a reservation the day before. Two hours before my reservation I get an email to confirm my reservation they wanted me to email them, or call them with my credit card number. Absolutely not going to happened. Why would I email them back my credit card information? I saw the email as I was getting ready to head out and called them. First it took them a few tries to get someone to pick up the phone. Then the first person didn't know what I was talking about. Called back and was told my reservation was cancelled because I did not provide my credit card information. I have seen the trend of asking for credit card information when making a reservation and I am completely okay with that because I know that many people flake and it can affect their business, but asking for this information afterwards is completely irresponsible and dangerous. They also said in the email that we had to spend $50 per person minimum which honestly for dinner is just an app and drink during these times, but add that to your reservation link. Don't send it over right before because what if I wasn't planning to spend that much. We ended up going to another restaurant and had an amazing time and they missed out on a $240 dinner for two. read more

Two gin and tonic. You figure it out. Never again. Plus they included the tip without telling me beforehand. I'm a generous tipper but let me decide. read more

Mexology - $40+ for two drinks! - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Great service good drinks amazing atmosphere I was seated by the patio they had a DJ playing good beats and different vibe from the same music that plays every where give them a try you would not regret good luck guys cheers read more

This is a new restaurant in Elizabeth so I checked it out with two friends. It was nicely decorated, big screens playing music videos, and music throughout. Service was okay - could use improvement. They brought all our food at once (apps + entrees) and kept trying to take our plates away before we were done. Overall waitress was nice but very soft spoken and shy. The drinks were unique which was really cool. I know they have mariachi on Thursdays + weekends, so I would go back for that. read more

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The ambiance, the vibe, the decor, the eye-catching food and drink presentations were EVERYTHING...giving a fun luxury dining experience!! The menu consists of elevated traditional Mexican dishes and creative island inspired cocktails (and mocktails)! Hookah is also available on weekends! Great place for date night, girls night, birthdays and brunch. read more

BEWARE!!!!! This place will rip you off by adding their own tip to your bill without notifying you beforehand. This is stealing from the customer. I will no longer be a patron of this restaurant again and I notified my credit card company to refund my additional tip that I charged. Robbing from your customers is not a good look on you!!! read more

From the aesthetics to the ambiance to the food and service. Everything was just amazing. I went in a Monday night and it was slow, but I did have an enjoyable time. read more

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I have been to Mexology a few times these past few months and each time I come I have a great time! The food, and service is always phenomenal. The ambiance is very modern, always gives me NYC vibes! I always recommended Mexology for dinner and drinks, and you must try the grasshopper and Mezcal shots these are my favorite! read more

Love love loveeee this new addition to the Elizabeth area. Mexology has such beautiful touches of the Mexican culture while also adding a modern flare to the dishes and drinks for those who decide to stop in. The service was so commendable. My friends and I were seated although we didn't have a reservation which was so sweet. We then had an awesome server that checked on us constantly, made us feel so welcome, and gave us her best recommendations. We had a range of drinks, tacos, and appetizers-- all which were delicious. The 3 black lobster appetizer was my absolute favorite. It was not only refreshing but packed with lobster that was lightly seasoned and ready for enjoyment. The menu is a bit pricey but it's the perfect place for a cute date, night with friends, or family celebration. I mean even if you go solo, might be surprised who you meet . I will definitely be back here for the black lobster and kind service! read more

The ambiance is beautiful. It was much bigger than I expected. We had a party of three and we sat at the bar. The bartender was very attentive. I ordered the fire and passion cocktail and the octopus appetizer. The drink I would rate 5/5 and the octopus 3.5/5. They also had a live singer performance later on in the evening. read more

Loved the Ambiance, food was so good! But the service... it was slow, very very slow. It took us about 30 mins to get each round. Also my friend who couldn't attend ,ordered shots for the table and prepaid for them. We never received them. The staff is nice & friendly. They just have to improve their service. It seems they either need more staff or staff that can handle more volume. Beautiful place though! read more

2 things that have already turned me off from coming here. 1 -- After booking the reservation, they require you to either call or email your credit card information beforehand. I honestly don't think this is safe, sending my entire credit card info through an insecure email, let alone giving it to you to hold my reservation. Without taking the email route, I tried falling several times and not once has someone answered the phone. After several rings of no one rings, the phone hangs up the call, with no voicemail. So, there is simply no way of saving my reservation. 2 -- They require you to spend a minimum in the restaurant. I've personally never been to a Mexican restaurant that requires you to spend a certain amount. I feel forced to spend extra money that might not be necessary. Nowadays, a drink or two and an appetizer alone can be $50 but that's if I want to order 2+ drinks. I've seen a few reviews similar to mine, so hopefully they make the effort to make things a little more accommodating for their customers. read more

Terrible establishment! Saw so many high reviews on TikTok. People ranted and raved about this place. The food was mediocre and the drinks were gross. There's so much other competition on the street of this establishment. And to be honest I should've patronized another establishment. Not only was the food mediocre but the service was terrible. We could not find a decent server who was willing to assist us. Also find a server who actually knew the menu of the establishment. Along with being able to effectively communicate with the consumer. This was not a good experience I advise anyone who is considering this place to rethink. Servers have attitudes, food is bad what more can this place possibly offer for someone. read more

The food, drinks, and show were very amazing! We did not wait a long time for our food to come. And the staff were very friendly.

Good atmosphere! Food was delicious and drinks as well ! Great DJ on the weekends and they have a downstairs lounge as well

Amazing food. Excellent service, Great atmosphere. if your in the area this spot is a must!!!

The food was ok but small portions. The price of the food was good. The service was HORRIBLE! The seating was too close to other ppl.

Beautifully designed restaurant. Felt like I was in Soho (or Tulum?) with the interior covered in richly-colored velvety fabrics, natural accents, and tasteful accent lighting. Food and drinks were also great. I came for brunch and very much enjoyed the octopus and shrimp dish that was served with olive oil and paprika. It was seasoned to perfection and made a great appetizer for the table to share. The drinks were also well-crafted, thoughtfully presented, and most importantly: strong. Service was also attentive and was nice enough to even bring over some shots of an deliciously earthy mezcal that I very enjoyed. Last but not least was the riveting live flamenco performance that had people on their feet! Glad to have found this beautiful brunch spot right in the heart of Elizabeth! read more

I've been wanted to try this restaurant since it 1st opened. So I tried Mexology to have a dinner for my girlfriend birthday that had just past. When we arrived for our restaurant the bouncer asked if we were aware of the dress code. We said no because it was our first time here. He informed me that there was a no hat rule. In disbelief I said huh I'm a female and this isn't any o hat (long brimmed fedora). So he said let me ask my manager. So I stepped in to ask the gentleman at the door. He proceeded to inform me that no my hat is allowed not to worry baseball caps aren't. So the young lady asked for our reservation. So I informed her of my name. When you step in the ambience and vibe is amazing. The waiter did come over to greet us immediately. Asking if we wanted sparkling or still water (also not including the price of the Water) After the initial introduction it took him a while to come back. The menu entry options were very slim. So we opted to just have tacos. But my friend also wanted a side of rice and beans. The menu also lacked side options. When the waiter finally returned we begin to order everything because it took him so long. He informed is that at the moment it takes the drinks a long time to come out so he'll put in the drink order now and than come back for the food order. He begin to take our food order I asked if it would be possible for a side of rice and beans he replied let me ask the kitchen which he never did. While we waiting to be served I happened to notice that it was a Spanish person seating behind us with nit only a baseball cap but also a T shift and basketball shorts. And on our way out I sent another spanish gentleman with a baseball hat on. So I informed the manager of my dislike for their policy when it comes to specific people IE (black people). My tacos were horrible and my Guacamole was less than average. The only good thing was my drink which I could of enjoyed at the bar. I was planning to have my daughter's graduation lunch at this venue but I will not be returning. read more

MONTHLY MOMMY NIGHT OUT! We made our reservations days prior to dinner and everything with that went smoothly when we got there. The restaurant was packed, but it was a great ambiance. We had a waitress seat us and take our drink orders which we waited over an hour for. She never came back by the way. LOL The next waitress, who was very very nice came to our table almost 30 minutes later, so we took advantage and ordered everything just in case she didn't come back too. LOL When the appetizers finally came out, they weren't even what we ordered but she still let us keep it which helped a lot because the actual appetizers ended up coming out 20 minutes later. The food and drinks were great. They had a group performance which was nice. The price was unexpectedly much more expensive then I expected. Overall, this restaurant fits the needs of a night out with great friends and family if you are not in a rush. read more

Extremely hot inside and they only cater to the Hispanic had a bday dinner here in was totally forgotten about when it came to our food and drinks i dont recommend at all but go at your own risk if your Anything other than Hispanic read more