I'd like to start off with the fact that the food was absolutely fresh, authentic, and delicious!…read more I had the ribs with rice, pinto beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, and plantains. Did I mention that the did was fresh?! Wow! Mmm! My boyfriend had the combination fajita. He made the same comment... sooo fresh! We almost didn't stay because when we entered the establishment, other than the one family that was already seated at a table, there was no one to be found. Just before I was going to walk out, a young man walked out from the kitchen and told us we could sit where we wanted to. He brought menus and asked us what we'd like to drink. After mentioning a few things that included unsweet iced tea and Pellegrino, we asked for the tea. He returned to say they were out. We then asked for the Pellegrino, but he immediately stated they didn't have any. We opted for the mineral water. We were brought a small tray with chips and salsa. Once again, very fresh and the salsa was amazing. I did have to ask for napkins. All in all, I'll definitely be visiting this restaurant again

Decent food, good ambience slow service. Menu seemed kind of limited.. didn't see any Fajitas!…read moreRestaurant was empty on a Wednesday, yet very slow service. We ordered Guacamole and they forgot to add to bill. Instead of comping us the miss, they asked to pay separately.. didn't feel right to me. Ambience is nice, ample free parking. BYOB. Generous portions, tasty.. I'll give this place another chance to see if it gets better.

Mixed bag with Con Sabor A Mexico Restaurant is cute with…read moreattentive service. Free Tortillas with Salsa were solid. Shrimp quesadillas and chicken fajitas were very good. Disappointed with the Quesabirria tacos as that was the main attraction. The consommé for the tacos wasn't nearly as flavorful as I have had at other restaurants The meat was very fatty with tendons that made the taco less attractive and there was hardly any cheese. I probably wouldn't return.

Authentic, Delicious, and Perfect After a Beach Day! We…read morestopped by after a day at the beach and were blown away by how authentic everything tasted. You can tell this food is made with care like a true homemade meal. The sopes were flavorful without being greasy, and the presentation was impressive. My son absolutely loved the steak tacos he even said they were the best he's ever had. My cousin had the Al Pastor tacos and was happy with how generously they were filled. We started with the nachos and two sauces, which was the perfect way to kick things off. Portions were generous, especially with the meats. Service was excellent from start to finish, and we were able to enjoy outdoor seating with no wait. The ambiance is cozy and relaxed, a great little spot despite not being very large. Definitely a hidden gem and worth a visit!

Another great Mexican find in the area. Placed an online order, food was warm and ready when I got…read morethere. The staff member that took care of me was very friendly. I tried the nachos mixtos (beef, chicken, chorizo) and pupusas rebueltas. The nachos had great crunch and flavor. The pupusa's were large and delicious along with the spicy salsa roja. I would definitely recommend for great Mexican food and will be returning.

Fresh delicious chips Impeccable puréed guacamole…read moreRice is plain Black Beans are delicious Crema is super fresh Everything is in fact Lettuce is shredded perfectly My entree was biste. Alhambra Can't wait to come back & try something else Well lit & clean dining area Light entertaining music Ample parking Helpful & friendly staff

Along Howell Township, you will find this Mexican restaurant within this gas station. I have been…read morewanting to go there ever since discovering that chicken mascot a while ago. Brand: 5/5 El Buen Taco and Grill fits within this gas station in Howell Township, and I will say that it fits well, for it contains so much potential. It manages to evoke the Mexican restaurant vibe, which would not have been effective if it did not bring me there in the first place. Inside, you will find many aspects of Mexican cuisine everywhere, from the beverages to the candies to the menu dishes. I did like the brochure design, though I am not sure if the establishment is undergoing a name change. I am going to miss the chicken mascot if it does. Website: 5/5 Coming to the opening page immediately sold me on this establishment, for you are greeted with the chicken mascot during the loading screen. The red-and-green color scheme exemplifies the website, and the functionality of the website feels slick with a few exceptions. You are also brought to the description of the eatery, along with the menu that brings you various meals, from breakfast to lunch, though the images at at the bottom of the page. They also offer catering. Wait Time: 5/5 I did not have to worry about waiting for my order, even though I abruptly said "No" when asked if I needed anything else with my order, just to search around. Ambiance: 4/5 The Mexican music plays over the radio with a welcoming volume. You will also find a coffee machine. There are also glass counters showing the various dishes. While every part of the interior seemed festive, I did not find a place to sit at. Food: 5/5 I ordered the Huevos a la Mexicana, which consists of scrambled eggs with onions, tomatoes, hot peppers, rice, beans, sides of hot sauce and green sauce, and a couple of rolls, with a Bocadin chocolate bar. Every part of the dish had a well-prepared texture, from the rolls to the ingredients. The rolls held their form every time I added the ingredients. While I did think onions had some crunchy texture, I nonetheless enjoyed the scrambled eggs, while the rice had the right amount of seasoning. For more than one year, I have been trying to keep up my bean intake, but I never would have thought that beans could be prepared so savory as the ones in this dish. That just might be my most favorite part of the dish, with the gravy somehow adding to the taste with every bite, whether eaten by themselves or within the rolls. Service: 5/5 The owner managed to take my order without any issues. Worth The Money?: 5/5 The authentic Mexican cuisine absolutely reflects El Buen's brand, from the website to the very plastic container with my order. While I did get my order on time and the food was appropriately cooked for the time it took, I did think that the establishment would have needed more people working there, even if it was a small, gas station eatery. After a day of snow, I will say that the Huevos a la Mexicana managed to warm and fill me up throughout the day, and the owner put a lot of work into it. The greatest contribution food can give you is if it gives you a positive feeling throughout the day. The dish managed to do that, despite a winter day or even no place to sit at inside. Nonetheless, the ambiance did not dissuade me from waiting patiently. If anything, it accurately reflected the overall brand. My order did come with a free soda or water, which I politely declined both offers. In which case, I will absolutely say that the order was well worth it. Rating: 5/5 Stars Small eateries that have large amounts of good tastes give me hope, and El Buen is no exception. This establishment has so much potential. I would consider it a third choice for Mexican cuisine, but I would always want to try more of the menu items. Recommend To... Anyone looking to immerse themselves with Mexican cuisine and treats (of course, specifically anyone looking to brush up their Spanish language knowledge). I also recommend El Buen to anyone who works on the road and need a quick, filling meal.

After reading the reviews and discovering that there's a birria in the area, I had to give this…read moreplace a try. I ordered the chilaquiles and couldn't decide which sauce to have, so the owner gave both red and green sauce. We all loved it. The chips were fresh. Hubs' only complaint was that I didn't order it sunny side up. Of course, we also the beef birria and thought the meat was nice and soft. The consommé was awesome. The tacos were equally good but hubs only took a couple of bites. Daughter and I were fighting over it. LOL. Lastly, we ordered the lengua tacos. We saw the it on the menu and immediately got the tacos and we were glad we ordered it. The tacos was cooked nice and soft. The red and green sauce were a nice touch. Daughter loved it and thought it was soft and bursting in flavor. Hubs loved it and thought that it's about time that Monmouth county had something besides beef, pork and fish tacos. Service was friendly but a little slow because they cook everything fresh. It was well worth it! I am so glad there's birria in this neck of the woods. Will definitely return to try other items on the menu!

Great food and service. And portions are huge. Don't dress for the visit, folks showed up in pjs…read more You are here for the great food!

The food was very good, very tasty. The waitress did a good job also. Where I have an issue is the…read moreobvious enormous cockroach problem. In the 1/2 hour to 45 mins of sitting at the table, I saw one crawling right on the wall at my table and then I saw another one actually crawling across my table. That really took away some of joy of eating there! It's part of a strip mall and I can only imaging this whole strip mall is just loaded with these little critters! The landlord needs to have this whole strip mall exterminated! So the roaches is my only complaint but its a pretty big one! 3 stars is based solely on the roach issue, not the food!

Fresh tamales and many other great options. I always make a trip here on the weekends. They run out…read moreof green tamales quick so best to order early.

Really good food. I love to try different stuff on the menu here. I might have to look up some of…read morethe stuff. I hope the menu pictures help. If you want mexican food, this spot will settle your craving. You can eat in or take out.

I grew up eating pupusas made by mom's friends, mexicanas and hondureñas that had perfected them…read more Delicious pupusas and horchata. Clean and cute decor to enjoy while seated (only outdoors). Short wait-time for food and very friendly workers!

Food , service , ambiance are good. Quesadillas are good. Chickens are not dry. "Ensalada" juice is…read moreto try, it's something different.

This place is a hidden gem!!!…read more No clue how there's only 5 reviews, or how I went to eat on a Saturday night and there were only 2 other families there. INCREDIBLE!!! Authentic food, FRESH FRESH INGREDIENTS and overall delicious. I went for a date night and we cannot wait to go back. The staff was so friendly and polite. She took her time answering our questions and making suggestions, which we appreciated. We kept it simple chicken and steak tacos and chicken and steak tostadas. The chicken and steak was obviously marinated, and very well. Cooked to perfection. The classic onions and cilantro tasted like it was just harvested. It's very difficult to find an authentic Mexican restaurant with such fresh ingredients, I have to say it's disappointing to think this place isn't busy 24/7. Please go try it for yourself and help this business thrive as it should be!! The tostadas were perfectly crispy, topped with avocado, Oaxaca cheese and was simply outrageous. The guacamole was a good size order for the two of us, and you guessed it fresh and made to perfection. It was simply immaculate. The chips were fresh made and kept on coming! They also served us chips and salsa as we sat down, which was a nice surprise for us. The establishment is clean, decorated nicely and I am counting the days until I return. RUN, DON'T WALK!! P.S. sad I don't have a picture of the tacos or tostadas to share, but trust me: Order it!!

Great service and delicious authentic Mexican food. The home…read moremade tortillas are fantastic!