QDOBA Mexican Eats

I've ordered from this location several times and it's one of those places that's been consistently…read moregood every time for a quick balanced meal. Whether I'm ordering takeout or picking it up, the food is always been fresh and flavorful. There are plenty of options to build your meal exactly how you like it. Food has been ready on time whenever I've picked it up. Even during busy hours, everything has been accurate.

Tacoria is one of those consistent comfort food type of places. You want to go out for a quick bite…read moreover lunch hour? My mind always gravitates to tacoria. The built it yourself burrito, bowls, and tacos are a treat and can be customized to your liking. The house made salsas and drinks and great accompaniments, especially alongside some nachos to go with the meal. It's rare for a place to give you the right amount of nachos, but Tacoria does it. It's consistently good tacos I can count on, though my go-to is usually a burrito bowl. When you only get an hour for lunch, this is where you'll find me.

Interior Seating

Burrito - Al Pastor

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Hanging plant baskets are actually real plants so cool

Casa Romero Mexican Grill

4.0(168 reviews)

3.8 mi

Casa Romero was a pleasant surprise on Cinco de Mayo; The…read moreplace was packed, many people were waiting for a table and my friend and I were among them and it was worth the wait; It was fun and the Hospitality was the great part of this experience, the staff was running around and they found time to smile and be gentle. I vote 100 for this great atmosphere; The food was good, we had the Corn with Mayo and cheese , a big mixed platter with meat, sausage, chicken and shrimp, tacos and the dessert; We ended with a caramel pudding; It was fun, good and with a great atmosphere; I'll be back !!!

Pros: good service, lots of space Cons: food mediocre…read more I was excited to go here because they had a large menu with a wide variety of tacos. However, the food fell short for me. My taco de tripa tasted kind of burnt. The elote was alright and guac seriously lacked salt. My friends felt their food was mediocre as well. The service was good and the restaurant was very clean and spacious.

Del local

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The Birria Kitchen

4.3(126 reviews)

2.0 mi

Colorful, flavorful, authentic Latin American food experience. Love stopping here for a quick snack…read moreor a full-blown dinner. Their Horchata is off the charts and unique because it has additional cinnamon and texture. This drink is always a staple during my visits. Shared the crispy jalapeño poppers with ranch inspired dipping sauce. The loaded chicken quesadilla was pleasantly flavorful with hot consommé that came on the side. So tasty to dip your quesadilla in order to drink as a soup! The staff is so engaging and pleasant, always checking in to see if you need something extra or to pack up your leftovers. The decor is bright and makes you smile. I'm a big fan of the neon signs next to the drink refrigerator. Solid spot for Latin American food! Thank you to this fantastic restaurant.

Ordered one chicken and one beef birria taco to try. I had high expectations on birria tacos and…read morethis did not disappoint. Hands down nothing like a regular taco that I've had before. The shell seemed to be fried and they give you an amazing side of broth to dunk your taco with each bite. I asked for extra onions and cilantro....absolutely delicious. The staff was also very friendly. Will definitely be coming back here.

Elote (Mexican Street Corn)

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Birria Ramen & Birria Tacos

Tequila N Tacos Mexican Sports Bar & Grill

3.5(285 reviews)

2.5 mi

The food is delicious and the ambiance is great. I love the Friday night DJ E who played R&B…read moremusic. He was awesom!

The best taco Tuesday deal in central Jersey! I always enjoy grabbing a set of 3 tacos for $6,…read morecomplimented with a happy hour beer or margarita. The mini chimichanga and quesadillas from their happy hour menu are a great value as well. The ambience is great - high ceilings, colorful decor, and reggaeton music. There are also big TVs behind the bar. Fast & friendly service too!

Inside

Tequila N Tacos Mexican Sports Bar & Grill

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Bar area

Taco Empreso

4.2(141 reviews)

2.6 mi

We visit here after the BTS concert which was out of our way. I must say! The food was excellent…read more The customer was amazing. The ambiance was beautiful. They but another if time and effort into making this wonder business. I wish it was larger. Other customers were very rude by hoarding the chairs from other tables placing them at their table while not using them the entire time we were in the restaurant. It was hard to enjoy our food while grown adults were being rude to quiet teenagers because they did not want them to sit. The time was 11:30 pm The food was exceptional. The steak quesadilla was perfectly crisp on the outside, with tender, flavorful meat and melted cheese that made every bite indulgent. It's the kind of dish that reminds you why you love food...simple ingredients elevated with skill and pride. The only downside had nothing to do with the restaurant itself. A group of customers were hoarding chairs and behaving rudely toward teenagers who simply wanted a place to sit. It made it difficult to enjoy our meal while grown adults were pointing, laughing, and creating an uncomfortable environment. After a long day, I wasn't going to allow anyone to make my children feel unwelcome, so I spoke up. Despite that, Taco Empreso delivered an outstanding culinary experience. The food, the service, and the atmosphere were all truly impressive -- a 10/10 visit, and absolutely worth the detour.

Came back with an appetite and a group of four to try more of the menu. Even around 8:00 PM on a…read moreWednesday, the room was insanely packed. We ordered the La Familia spread of 12 tacos and the El Chapo loaded nachos with a chip base. Those nachos were incredible, the Indian-inspired blend of cilantro and chipotle sauce made them so saucy and packed with flavor. For the tacos, we ordered the steak, birria with cheese, butter chicken, hot Nashville, and baja chicken. The birria and chicken tacos were the best. Both house drinks were great too. The horchata was very sweet, while the jamaica had more intense flavor than usually, still very good. The only real disappointment was the coconut shrimp taco, it was forgotten initially, and when it finally arrived, it felt underwhelming with two small shrimp and minimal flavor for $6.50. That said, the overall experience and creative fusion flavors still make this a fun spot to visit with friends.

Salsa bar

Loaded fries with steak

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Nashville Hot Chicken Taco | #intenselypassionatephotography

Tio Taco + Tequila Bar

3.5(343 reviews)

3.1 mi

The food was okay. There was more rice and beans inside the chimichanga than anything else and I…read morealready had a side of that to begin with. My boyfriend loved his tacos and we both enjoyed the drinks. The ambience was nice and the service was just okay. We waited a while to get our food.

First time back after a few years. I was pleasantly surprised to find better service than the last…read moretime I visited in 2023. We ended up here after facing a one-hour wait at Cheesecake Factory at Menlo Park. And the food did the trick. Food was satisfying and well-portioned. Not the best guac or beans I've tried. But the quesadilla was okay! Fajita meat was well seasoned and tasty. Menu is pretty big, so I am sure there is something for everyone. For drinks, highly recommend their margarita flight or any of the flavored margs. Unsure if I'll come back here soon, but perhaps when in a pinch I might

Outdoor area behind bar

Wings , Rice and beans , Margarita Flight on the rocks , Chip and Dip

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Passion fruit margarita and strawberry basilita

Fuego Lento

4.0(6 reviews)

4.0 mi

Ceviche pescado with a side of rice is delicious! Service is great! Highly recommended.read more

Went for the first time today and tried their delicious tacos! The tacos are very authentic with…read morefresh cilantro and onions added on top! Fries were also fresh and delicious I will definitely be back for more!

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Tommy's Tavern + Tap

3.9(337 reviews)

3.2 mi

Girls' night out + my bestie + her girls + half-off sangria? Yeah... I'm not saying the universe…read morewanted us at Tommy's Tavern + Tap that night, but the evidence was pretty convincing. We grabbed seats at the bar, and the ambiance was exactly what I wanted for a night out--cool, calm, and full of vibes. The kind of place where you can settle in, catch up, sip something good, and actually enjoy the evening. I ordered the shrimp Cobb salad, and it came out in no time. It was a great size for the price and surprisingly filling, which is always a win when you're trying to enjoy your meal without feeling like you paid for a bowl of decorative lettuce. Our servers were attentive and timely throughout the night, which made everything feel easy and relaxed. And let's circle back to that half-off sangria because honestly... icing on the top. Good food, good vibes, good company, and a sangria special? I'll definitely be looking forward to the next girls' night here. I'm not saying we found a new girls' night spot... but I'm also not not saying that.

Tommy's Tavern is definitely one of the popular places; it's always crowded if you go in during…read moreLunch or Dinner times, finding parking can be a problem too, so plan ahead. We had Brunch at "The One", the Rooftop at Tommy's and the overall setting was so beautiful. Since it was the height of summer, it was less crowded, so we were able to get seated at the sofa lounge which was more comfortable. Menu (food) is little different at the rooftop when compared to their regular Menu, but it still had a good selection. We ordered different Appetizers and Cocktails, everything tasted great. Staff are very accommodating, and the service was quick. Definitely recommend

Firecracker 50/50

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Eggplant Caprese

Crazy Burrito

3.5(65 reviews)

1.7 mi

Amazing food at a convenient price. Quality authentic Mexican food with the best service. I take my…read morefamily here to eat and we love the decorations inside. Definitely recommend

We went to have lunch here on a Saturday. Not busy, only a…read morefew dine in customers are around. We ordered beef burrito and chicken fajitas. The food is authentic Mexican taste. It's delicious. Nicely decorated place and servers are friendly and helpful. We wish that they will include Lengua entrees next time.

Inside view of Dining Area

Beef Burrito with charred tough and gross beef.

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Menu

Smokin Chicken & Pizza

4.6(12 reviews)

1.9 mi

One sentence. This place is a new place in the area, a gem that is already being discovered…read more Food is amazing. Staff is warm and friendly. Food is fresh with a huge and diverse menu. The decor is nice and the place is spotless. I'm a new fan.

Really great takeout spot! It has a very large menu, and a little something for everyone. It's in a…read moresmall little strip mall so parking is limited. Good to stop in for a slice. Not great for a large group. But if you need or get an order for a part of something, they're great. They have fat sandwiches, platters, salads, pizza. Like I said, a little something for everyone! Their platters are very good and the fact that tv menu is halal is nice. Reasonably priced as well!

Side view of fat sandwich. Chicken fingers, cheesesteak, mozzarella cheese sticks and all the rest of the fixings

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Chicken

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Kyle A.

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11 years ago

Us RU students love mexican food so we were freakin hyped when Qdoba opened up on Livi. But this place is no Chipotle. I tried the soft tacos and they were only slightly better than Taco bell. I also tried the burritos and nachos and they were just meh. Only a bit better than stuff you get at the bars around our awesometacular school. I wish they would give more nachos though. They are a bit cheap with how much they give and RU is already taking enough of my money. The good part about this place is that it's never that packed so you can grab a quick rice platter in about half the time that it takes a chipotle. In fact, I might go pick some up tomorrow since I have a final in dance appresh. Studyin hard. read more

Tracy H.

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1

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3 years ago

I ordered food for my summer camp from Qdoba on Rutgers Livingston Campus and they were great! The manager, Ivan, was very responsive and helpful when I placed an order of 30 quesadillas. They even sent along extra chips and salsa for staff. Campers were happy with their meals. I had a very pleasant experience working with Ivan and the staff at this location. read more

Riley W.

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2

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8 years ago

hey qdoba, i was really rooting for you, but after seeing the reviews from all the peeps, i'm really disappointed :(. yall have to care for the food that y'all serve mannnn. this is super importante mannnnn. like do better y'all. i haven't lost all my faith in yall, but yall gotta do better. i'll see yall soon read more

Shyam R.

0

9

0

4 years ago

You either open or closed. If you can't communicate that one simple thing then why is this place still open.

Jah’nasia

0

1

2 years ago

Amazing Customer Service from Cauck and Daniela! Very generous and considerate, offered us great portions.

Sonika K.

209

3

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13 years ago

this place is so bad that you are better off taking the bus to college ave and walking to chipotle

Yuting C.

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1

0

10 years ago

The service is beyond terrible at this location. Staff is so rude! Horrible experience

QDOBA Mexican Eats - mexican - Updated October 2026

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