In the interest of not waiting two months to write a review due to self-doubt, I'll just disclose my bias. I liked the cod taco but it won't replace Tacoway Beach in Queens which may be unfair. But the mahi taco was top-notch so I'd endorse doubling up or getting this fish in a non-taco configuration. The salsa bar was great. I liked Baja and Hot and was correct with my careful approach to the powerful pineapple habanero. I partly blame myself for not injuring about Baja Style but at some point I'll revisit and re-review. read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

I wouldn't say this was my worst experience at a restaurant but it could have been a bit better. The good: while I thought they delivered the shrimp soft taco unseasoned, it did have a light sauce on it that was good. There was ample cabbage and tomato on the taco. The not so good: they didn't allow customers inside due to renovations, when they placed my order thru the front door they forgot to ask how I wanted the meat cooked (blackened or tempura - um, I think I got neither, even though it they tasted fine). No condiments offered, interaction with the person taking orders was bland and just felt incomplete. Very few small shrimp for an overpriced soft taco. I do hope others have a better experience and that they don't skimp with them. Tip: there isnt parking in front or rear of this restaurant. I did fortunately find a paid spot a short walk away though. read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - Front of the restaurant (employee inside the door peeks out to take your order or hand you your order). - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

Hello mediocre, I ordered a bowl shrimp pico de gallo rice. I should have been more aware that this wasn't going to be a good meal for as soon as I sat down maybe 3 minutes a luke warm bowl of mediocre food was put in front of me. Fast food I get ,instant food makes me nervous when it's a $20 meal and it's just above industrial kitchen quality food What a means a once good franchise has given up & so do I regarding Surf Taco BTW notice that the good reviews are a year old The newer ones reflect the true quality read more

Salsas and guacamole were a delicious snack. I had one shrimp taco I should have inquired if they had corn tortillas to substitute. I prefer corn for my tacos over flour. Restaurant is nice and clean. Restroom is strangely half run down and half nice. They put in a fancy sink, but didn't upgrade the stalls. Overall recommend for an easy quick meal or snack. read more

This place has gone downhill ever since they first decided to change the menu years back. Please put the toppings on the crispy taco INSIDE the taco. Not a sentence I thought I would ever have to speak into existence. But please stop sticking lettuce and cheese to the outside of my taco and calling it some sort of creative innovation. 3 stars for nostalgia though read more

Went there while it was under construction in summer 2026 and sat outside with the street closed. We were very surprised that despite the fact that you couldn't go inside and had to order at the door, the food was great exactly what we ordered. read more

I've been here many times and was in the area so decided to stop for lunch. 2 soft beef tacos and chips & salsa. I ordered and the food came out quick. The price was right and the food delicious. I highly recommend this place when in Red Bank read more

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I love me some Surf Taco and this is my favorite location. The store is spacious and welcoming, and the staff is always kind and efficient even during busy lunch rush. I recently ordered the combo meal that comes with 2 tacos, rice and beans, chips, and a drink. The amount of food was very generous! And of course the tacos were delicious. Great spot to stop by and have lunch. read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - Combo Meal - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

For a quick serve delicious meal, they never disappoint. The classic surf taco is crispy with fresh greens don't forget the salsas it pairs perfectly with the rice and beans read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - Taco combo - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

We always try to stop in in the area--street parking and lots available in the cute town. We always LOVE the guac, fries, tacos, quesadillas, etc. Indoor-outdoor seating- warmer months, (though I don't believe it was set up yet. ) Soda machines self-serve is easy peasy. You order the counter, and they bring your food to the table with a number. We always enjoy coming here and will come back when in the area again Enjoy! read more

Reliable, tasty, fairly priced-pretty much what you'll find at any Surf Taco location. Shrimp tempura tacos for the win, with a good splash of their green salsa. read more

Chips cooked in seed oils.. no bueno. Store dirty at times. Waitstaff very friendly ...................................................................,....................... read more

Was really hungry. Never been and was underwhelmed. Got a Maverick burrito with guac. It was surprisingly bland. No sauce, no seasonings, no flavor. If I were to go again, I wouldn't order the burrito. My partner had the BBQ chicken bowl and enjoyed it. read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - BBQ chicken bowl - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

I asked for a well done order.... waited for good minute just to have it warm Cheese was ok but was not melted I expected a steaming hot juicy delicious wrap read more

This location is unfortunately not cutting it anymore. Ordered tonight thru the app. My screenshot shows what I put "no pico - tomato allergy". Get home and settled & go to eat, my fiance takes a bite, full of pico. Clear as day and the ticket on my bag says in red "no pico de gallo." I'd say no big deal if it didn't happen on my last order too. If her meal is ruined, so is mine because then I didn't enjoy my meal for the second time. Sorry but the app is not good and clearly the info being typed in is somehow not being seen by the kitchen or they are just ignoring it. I had to call and got told "I should see a refund in 3-4 days." Cool I feel great about my chances of seeing that... read more

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I miss the old surf taco when chips were included and there were combo meals. The owners have def become picky

I was surprised how big and delicious the tacos were for a chain restaurant. Fish was fresh and not fishy and the surf sauce was the perfect addition with the squeeze of lime. I would say reminds me of chipotle mayo ....Def my new fave quick lunch spot and for $7.99 can't beat it yummmm. The chicken quesadilla was huge as well and they didn't skimp on the fillings. I will be an often return customer, and they're on uber eats which was perfect for my lazy day off. read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - Chicken quesadilla with surf sauce - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

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Coming from San Diego, CA, I was having trouble finding a good spot to get tacos and burritos. This place was fantastic. Quick service, food came out fast and very well. The combo meal is very good and a lot of food. Ambiance is quiet, yet a nice vibe to bring a family. Outdoor seating as well. Will be coming back. read more

Came in for lunch. They have a pickup area right at the registers. If you are ordering, they don't like you being in the wrong spot even though there is no sign. Once you order, you get a number flag and find a table. I got the surf burrito, with battered cod. Also got it Baja style, which adds an avocado lime sauce and a chipotle Mayo. Either way it was really good. The fish was lightly battered and the veggies tasted fresh. It came with some chips which I got hot salsa for. They were tasty. All in all, not a bad lunch spot. read more

great and friendly service from Linda! thank you!!! I came in close to closing and Linda was so kind and told me the kitchen was still open and it was no problem to get my mango shrimp bowl. So happy because I was starving! read more

I've been to almost all of ST's locations and their spot in Red Bank just isn't my favorite. It has more a commercial and industrial feel and less of a beachy laid back vibe. Considering that this is one of the only locations not on the beach, I guess that makes sense. But I still prefer the Long Branch or Belmar location any day of the week. It's also always really overcrowded here. Atmosphere aside, it's Surf Taco and regardless of which location you choose, they've got delicious food that is consistent every time. I only ever order a chicken tender taco, which has crispy breaded chicken topped with ranch, shredded cheddar, pico and lettuce. It's delicious, perfect and probably one of the better things that I've had to eat. One overflowing taco with complimentary chips and a side of guac is usually more then enough to satisfy my appetite. Tacos aside, there are a ton of different routes to take. Fajitas, dillas, burritos, bowls, wraps, salads.... the list is endless. If you have never been to a Surf Taco then don't waste time. Go! read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - Chicken tender taco with a side of guac - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

Surf Taco is a staple of it's own. I am truly never disappointed when I come to any Surf Taco in Jersey!!! Spending the day in Red Bank with one of my girl friends, we got hungry and decided to pop in for a meal. We weren't starved so we each ordered one taco. She ordered the Mahi Mahi taco with avocado & I ordered the special mango shrimp. It was an awesome soft taco stuffed with coconut crusted shrimp, cabbage, an avocado dressing, and deliciously marinated mango pieces! Toooo yummy and I think it was about $5.5 for the taco, a small side of chips and their salsa bar (take advantage). From the salsa bar, my favourite salsa is the third one and I think it is called "Hot". It has a little kick with the typical cilantro flavour. Veryyyy yummy w the chips. I also like the salsa verde very much. All in all, I will certainly be returning to this Surf Taco location! read more

I have never. ever. being treated so poorly in a so called "restaurant" in my LIFE. A young girl by the name of Isabella took my order and not only did she THROW my table number at me, but she also looked me up. and. down. after I had ordered and said "Do you really need all of that??" She then continued to GLARE and LAUGH at me while I ate. I don't know if she is new or WHAT her problem is, but she should NOT be working in customer service. I have never felt more UNCOMFORTABLE in my LIFE. The fat shaming was UNBELIEVABLE. The ambiance was UNBEARABLE and I will NOT be returning. read more

New favorite Tex-Mex restaurant! I had the Costa Rican Burrito. It tasted home-made, not too salty. Rice beans, pico de gallo, cheese, HUGE tortilla. It didn't upset my stomach like Chipotle usually does. I was totally digging the surfer vibe. I felt like I was in Cali, not cold NJ. If you aren't in Red Bank, there are plenty of locations in the Jersey Shore. A visit to the Jersey Shore isn't complete without Surf Taco! read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - Costa Rican Burrito with chips. - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

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Ordered through door dash. I had the surf burrito, with cod; hardly any flavor, they Need to put some flavor in that rice. Ordered a bowl for my wife, was supposed to have chicken, it came with salmon (what seemed like canned salmon at that). Double checked our DD order and it was chicken. Place is too far to go and complain. Friend who was with us paid, at least he was reimbursed for that. Not sure what he ordered, he said it was "ok", nothing to write home about. read more

We've been visiting Surf Taco for years. This is a main stay in our restaurant rotation. It's not fancy, but it's good beachy taco menu. The restaurant has a very beachy vibe, from the wall art, reclaimed booths and surf videos on the TVs. My family enjoys watching the surfers while we wait for our food. The salsa bar is really fun and let's us experiment and explore new tastes. The verde has a nice tart tanginess, the baja is spicy with a smokey flavor and the mild -- is just that -- mild. Something for everyone. I love that they have two registers, one for take-out and one for dining in. Where you order, and then make your own drinks, stop by the salsa bar and then grab a seat. Your food is brought to you at your table, so you can sit back and relax. I gave this 3 stars because occasionally the food is inconsistent in preparation. COVID: With the recent ban on indoor dining, Surf Taco has implemented a solid pick up process and introduced a new app. The app is awesome, super easy to use and since we are creatures of habit, I can go and just click "reorder" on our previous purchase and know we will get what everyone wants. Pick up is at the front door --- where the server stays inside and I can grab our meal and run. read more

Been here a few times and while people seem to rave about this place, I just don't get the hype. Food is okay, salsa bar is good, but nothing has ever been great. My most recent visit, I ordered the Baja Bowl - had chicken, peppers, onions, mushrooms (?) lettuce, cheese, etc. The big missing piece was jalapeños! Nothing spicy in here at all and even the hot salsa is not so hot. Disappointing. I would have given this place 3 stars but they charge $2 extra for "fresh avocado" and it was totally black & rotten - gross!! read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - If you want to charge $2 for "fresh avocado" maybe it shouldn't be completely rotten.. - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

You know, I gotta say I find it to be pretty good, nothing amazing, but good. We stop here occasionally when we want something simple and quick with the kids. I have had a couple different Burritos and they always leave me a bit disappointed flavor wise, the chimichanga however is excellent. The tacos are pretty good, one time I got steak and it was super chewy and not worth the extra charge at all. I do love the salsa bar, and the guacamole is pretty good, albeit a bit pricey. Actually, I think they're a bit pricey overall for what it is. So for me, if you want a burrito, this wouldn't be my first choice. The tacos and chimichanga I would absolutely go for. Service is always pretty good, never a complaint there. read more

Great spot! Food is made to order so you wait for it. But!!! It's good and good sizes. The Hawaiian salad is awesome. And the beef taco special is great to. I had the buffalo quesadilla and the 12 inch one is a big one! But it was great. I recommend if your looking for a casual lunch spot to bullshit and people watch come on in here. read more

Always super fresh food, exactly what you'd want in a local, casual taco spot. The fact that it's a chain doesn't change that - you can get the exact same delicious selections at any of their locations. Amazing salsa bar and freshly made chips read more

I love this establishment, the little boy at the a counter kept calling me slurs while I asked for my chicken tenders (very tasty btw) notice how I rated this five stars but the little boy at the counter was calling me slurs... well you see... let's just say I'm a little kinky. Lol anyways the food was bussin and I'd rate this place a 10/10 read more

I always get the combo number 2 where you get two tacos and a side of beans and rice with a drink. The teriyaki chicken tacos are so good, very well flavored especially with the added pineapples. The rice and beans aren't that flavorful but it's okay because mixing it with the teriyaki chicken makes up for it. Delicious tacos. read more

Not a fan of ground beef tacos at this place, but everything else is really really good. Surprisingly good at the reasonable prices. For $5 I can get a great taco, chips salsa & water. What a deal & great flavors! Update: After regularly positive experience ( once a week) had a bad experience with the food, made much worse by staff when I brought to their attention. Refusal to remedy. Update, no response or acknowledgement from management or corporate, quality control has improved - enjoy the restaurant. read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - Not much of a taco for almost $6.00. - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

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Not sure what happened to the garlic shrimp taco portion. It's one of the most expensive and the one I was served today was the smallest taco I've ever gotten there with shrimp that were the size of dimes and mostly cabbage. It used to be huge and filling. Surf taco quality just keeps declining. Super sad too, was one of my favorite establishments. read more

Came in for lunch this past Sunday and the place was bumpin', however the line still moved quickly and food for my table was delivered without delay. Surf is a cool looking spot with plenty to stimulate you visually while you stuff your face; from vibrant and tripy artwork to physically fit beach bums and eccentric locals. They also have an AC system that was doing a fairly good job at countering the oppressive heat wave we've been experiencing. The only problems I had with Surf came because Emmett was starving and they rejected the special requests for both my first and second choices. I started with ordering the Buffalo Soldier burrito (lightly breaded chicken smothered in spicy buffalo sauce wrapped together with rice, lettuce, Pico de Gallo & creamy blue cheese dressing), but without lettuce or blue cheese because it is the worst cheese in the world, instead requesting they use their jack and cheddar blend; Response- it comes with the jack and cheddar already (though it's an unlisted ingredient), but blue cheese is mixed in the sauce. Blood sugar rapidly dropping, I moved on to my second choice and ordered the BBQ Chicken wrap (chicken smothered in BBQ sauce and "frizzle" onions, with lettuce, tomato, and chipotle mayo) sans lettuce, tomato, and onion; Response- onions are mixed in the sauce. Cranky Emmett can only take so much, but at least the Dr. Pepper I was able to get came with free refills (especially since they only sell 16oz kiddie cups). The reason they get three stars instead of the one to two I wanted to award them is because all the other diners' food looked great and they thoroughly enjoyed it, plus, I liked the variety of the menu and figured I'd have a better experience when my appetites are different (though I doubt I'll ever make it back). Take a cue from the King and let people have it their way, then maybe I can eat when I visit instead of shaking my fist in frustration at your teenage cashiers. read more

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My son really wanted to bring me here - since he's years away from driving I took him here, but really I was only the driver. The space is cool with fun murals on the walls and surf movies showing. There's the salsa bar for your chips or to dress your tacos. Some might think it's gross having those large bowls of salsa sitting out. Those people shouldn't come here. Two orders of fish tacos and two drinks ran about $10. The tacos were awesome as were the accompanying warm chips. Avocado slices were a little firm, but that's being really picky. Good, reasonable option in Red Bank. read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - Mahi taco with generous amount of chips - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

One can't go wrong with the surf taco -- one of my girls when I eat here. Clean, friendly and a Shore staple.

I had Combo # 4: The Maverick burrito and Surf Taco served together with chips and a fountain drink. The Maverick burrito is char-grilled steak with white rice,black beans, jack & cheddar cheeses, lettuce, sour cream, & Pico de Gallo! The steak was bland. If blind folded it could have been chicken. This thing is packed with flavorless everything. The Surf Taco is cod battered in tempura topped with shredded cabbage, Pico de Gallo, white cilantro sauce and a squeeze of lime. White overload. It was visually unappealing. The taste wasn't much better. Very bland. I tried the verde salsa and the baja salsa from the free salsa bar. They made the tacos and burritos palatable but were weak in flavor too. Food was served incredibly fast. So, many better choices in the area. read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - Combo #4....white overload - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

This place had my order completely wrong! Was apple to get my bowl but next time I will make a fuss and have them redo my order.

Surf taco is a great island style food place that had Mexican/seafood Type. Both locations are great and the decor is awesome! I love how they constantly play surfing videos on the televisions that even in winter make you feel like you are in the islands. The fish is always so fresh and the staff is helpful everytime I have been there! Definitely a jersey shore food staple . read more

Surf Taco - Red Bank - Mexican Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey