From the moment I walked in, the restaurant felt lively and welcoming! Bright, colorful decor with…read moreupbeat music playing and Grease on the TVs added a fun, nostalgic vibe. We were seated quickly and our orders were taken promptly. To be fair, we arrived early and were the only customers at the time, so I can't fully speak to how service is on a busy night, but during our visit, everything ran smoothly. The food was absolutely delicious and tasted truly authentic. The Birria tacos- amazinggg! Every dish was flavorful and clearly made with care. As a bonus, it's BYOB, which makes it even better for a relaxed night out. I would definitely recommend this spot and will be coming back!

Just great! Best tacos I ever had! The place is nicely decorated, very colorful. With what I assume…read moreis Mexican music playing. We started off with fresh homemade chips and salsa. They charge $10 for that, which usually is complementary in most places. But they very good. And came with three different salsas: hot, med (green) and mild. I liked the mild the best. My wife loved the birria chimichanga and I loved the steak tacos. We finished off with a chimichanga with rice pudding inside. They have a large menu with both traditional Mexican dishes and dished that are more familiar to me. Also some "New Creation" items. I have my eye on a lobster and shrimp item from that menu, for next time. The service was very good, and friendly. The cost was maybe a little high, but not excessive. We are definitely going back! Can't wait, actually!

Love love love this place! tacossss…read more Last time I came, I got the reasonably priced taco trio. Tried the blackened cod; Caulifuego with crispy Nashville hot cauliflower, slaw, avocado, honey sriracha and queso franco; Purple Rain with birria meat, pickled red onion, chili lime mayo and cilantro. Ordered in my least to most fav! Inhaled the birria taco and the spicy crispy cauliflower is delicious. Also love their verde and hot sauces. The sauce on the purple rain taco was The inside is super clean and colorful, the staff is super friendly and there's a large window peering into the kitchen - you can tell those chefs KNOW WHAT THEY'RE DOING :) They come out with new special tacos like a Big Mac taco! So stop by and try a staple or something new - it's worth it!!!

If you're ever in a bad mood just come here and enjoy a meal. The employees here are probably the…read morenicest people I've ever encountered in this town, and this is not a one off thing. Every single time I've been here the service here is always exceptionally friendly. Even when I ordered on Cinco de Mayo (against my better judgement) when they were slammed with orders and a bit behind on times the employees here are so nice that not one customer was getting mad. They worked their butts off to keep everyone happy and get everyone their orders as fast as they could. The service alone is 5 stars but then you get your meal. Everything is fresh, delicious and prepared well. Highly recommend stopping in. If it's a nice day grab a table outside.

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.

The gentleman at the front was very polite and answered all our questions. El buen taco should be…read moremuy buen taco.

Very dark restaurant, only had two people working at around 3pm on a Saturday. It's not a place…read morewith table service, you order at the counter and then they bring it to your We ordered chicken tacos and carnita tacos. Complimentary tortilla chips with sauce came in the beginning. The chicken was super dry and the carnitas were very fatty. Though it came highly reviewed, Im going to look elsewhere next time for tacos.

This is truly a hidden gem! It's family owned gives you an authentic experience! It's unique and…read morestands out from the rest! Food is absolutely delicious!

Delicioso 100% recomendado, comida muy fresca El servicio…read moreexcelente Ambiente bueno y tranquilo

Inexpensive and delicious. Just the place a college town needs. Mr. tacos is the restaurant New…read moreBrunswick deserves! Buen provecho

TLDR big tasty portions…read more I got the chicken enchiladas with mole to go. One order filled up a big takeout container and filled me up. There was a generous amount of chicken and the mole was nutty and rich. I will definitely be coming back when I'm craving Mexican food in the area

If your looking for delicious authentic Mexican food in a no frills environment this place is for…read moreyou! You know when the place is authentic when your waitress can't even speak English! I just pointed to what I wanted and she had an app to translate my English into Spanish on her phone. They start you with chips and a green dip that was so flavorful. It tasted amazing! I had the chicken fajitas chimichanga topped with green sauce for my entree, and that came with rice and beans. It was like a home cooked Mexican meal. It was DELICIOUS! The chimichanga was packed with authentically seasoned chicken. They have their specials for the day posted on their back wall. They are also written down one side in English and one side in Spanish by their menus. I highly recommend Bahia De Acapulco in Freehold for Mexican food!

I came here a couple days ago with my grandfather We got the…read morefish and chips and the Beria tacos The fish and chips were good nice and crunchy batter and the fish was cooked to perfection Now the tacos on the other hand might've been the best I ever had they really went the extra mile everything you could taste and they all compliment each other it's a shame this place is closing the cashier was very nice and plain and she even packed our food for us. This place is a five out of five. I highly recommend. You come here before you can't.

My favorite spot for Fish And Chips in the area. Always fresh crispy fries are always good…read more Huge portions, friendly customer service, in a small chill little restaurant. Definitely my go too !

Amazing food and service ! Food was delicious. Everything that was ordered was made with love and…read moreit was amazing ! Their green sauce went perfect with everything!!!!! I can't wait to go back !!! Staff was super friendly and very enjoyable to speak to !!!! FOOD A++++++++++++++++ We ordered my tacos , guacamole and fajitas !!! Soooooo delicious!!!!

Usually love this place but have to leave a comment again how awful their enchilada sauce is. I…read moreforgot I didn't like it and chose Mexican takeout for Mothers Day just because I wanted enchiladas. Regret from first bite. Tortillas on the enchiladas were bland and stale tasting, barely cooked. Meat was okay, not great. Sauce tastes like Italian tomato sauce. Have to say none of us really enjoyed our food. They are not up to the hype they once were much to my dismay as a once super fan!

Food was great. Fast service. Huge portions. All authentic dishes. The bakery and grocery store…read morereminds you of the back alley shops and restaurants in Mexico.

Good is authentic Mexican food, they give you plenty to eat, you will probably need a dog bag, they…read morealso have a store to buy Mexican products and bakery. Just go try it. Prices medium to high

I love their food. When you walk into Conchitas Y Romeos the ambiance you are immediately met with…read morea community of people who seem to be like family to one another. The people who work there are beyond kind regardless of if you speak or dont speak spanish, although, speaking spanish is definitely a plus. It is a small taco spot, but trust me when I say it does not lack in flavor. Cash only is definitely worth mentioning. Prices are cheap, you may have to wait for your food if you dont remember to call ahead. I recommend tamales verdes con cerdo and also tacos con bistec. You would drive past it if you're not looking for it, I am telling you, you gotta go here!

No debit no credit no service no sorry. Unfortunately, because the ceviche is delicious. The year…read moreis 2025, get with the program and take Apple wallet Apple Pay etc. End of story.