Diners' Choice: Mexican restaurants in New Jersey

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Mexican cuisine in New Jersey? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Cielito Lindo Mexican Cuisine

4.7

4.7 (405)

$30 and under

Mexican

Medford

About the restaurant

"Cielito Lindo Mexican Cuisine is family-owned and operated and has been serving the Medford and surrounding communities since November 2017. Cielito Lindo is an extension of La Cita Mexican Restaurant in Cherry Hill. Owners, Olivia, Regulo Reyes, are originally from Puebla, Mexico and have been residing in South Jersey for over 20 years. Regulo served as an executive chef at Caffe Aldo Lamberti and Positano Coast by Lamberti for over 15 years before pursuing an independent restaurant venture. We at Cielito Lindo love what we do and wish to thank the community for their support!"

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Laura

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Excellent meal! You must try the molcajete lava bowl. I had the Jumbo shrimp and it was so delicious. My husband had the shrimp and mussels Diablo. Also so delicious. Highly recommend this restaurant !!

Bone Yard Sparta

4.7

4.7 (106)

$30 and under

Mexican

Sparta

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Lake Mohawk Sparta, we offer an authentic Mexican cuisine prepared from scratch using fresh ingredients daily. We pride ourselves on providing an unmatched dining environment transporting you to the likes of Rivera Maya along with excellent customer service.

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Mike

Dined on May 31, 2025

Good was tasty and came out quickly. Service was great!

La Cita

4.8

4.8 (543)

$30 and under

Mexican

Cherry Hill

About the restaurant

"La Cita" the meaning for "a date" is exactly who we are! We are a great place to enjoy great food, family and friends. Our traditional delights are made from scratch including our pastries. If you have never tried our "Molcajetes" which are served on a hot lava rock with chicken, shrimp and steak with our housemade chipotle, or our Plato Placero which is served with chorizo, spiced pork, chicken and salted beef, you are missing something special! We are a BYOB establishment, so feel free to bring your favorite bottle! Come meet our family and enjoy our tradition!

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DouglasVIP

Dined on May 24, 2025

La Cita has the freshest, tastiest Mexican food we’ve ever had. Every time we dine here, we are reminded that we are so lucky to have this restaurant in Cherry Hill.

Orale Mexican Kitchen - Morristown

4.7

4.7 (70)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Morristown

About the restaurant

ORALE MEXICAN KITCHEN IN MORRISTOWN
Located in Morristown, Orale is the perfect spot for Happy Hour, Taco Tuesday, Boozy Brunch, or Mexican-themed events. Join us in for a unique dining and cocktail experience.
e you looking for an authentic Mexican experience with excellent restaurant service in Morristown? At Orale Mexican Kitchen, we’re proud to offer a fantastic menu filled with your Mexican favorites, all in the convenience of a local restaurant. We pride ourselves on using high-quality ingredients to create delicious dishes that keep you coming back for more. Whether you’re looking for taco tuesday or happy hour specials, or just an authentic Mexican meal with a twist, you can count on our Mexican restaurant to give you the experience you deserve. You’ll quickly see why we’re a local favorite.

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ArunVIP

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

Food is excellent. Every dish had a bit of distinct taste that made it unique and savory. I would recommend the truffle tuna tostado, wood grilled skirt steak, the chalupas.

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Experience

Large Party Reservations 9+

Experience

Monacle Room

Experience

Brunch: Large Party Reservations 9+

Tio Taco + Tequila - Clifton

4.7

4.7 (20)

$30 and under

Mexican

Clifton

About the restaurant

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD IN AN EXCITING AND VIBRANT ATMOSPHERE. OFFERING A WIDE VARIETY OF COCKTAILS TEQUILA AND OUTDOOR DINING!

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Julie

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

We are so happy to have stumbled upon this gem. The food was incredible with really fun options from tacos to bowls to various delicious apps. And as a vegetarian, all the taco meat options could be substituted for impossible meat, so that was really awesome. We had the guacamole and it was outstanding!!! The chips are so perfectly seasoned, they were delightful. The service was fast, friendly and really attentive. Drinks were really unique and tasty, I had a hot honey margarita that was to die for. I 100% recommend this place for a great combination of ambiance, energy and delicious Mexican fare!

Orale Mexican Kitchen - Jersey City

4.7

4.7 (766)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Jersey City

About the restaurant

ORALE MEXICAN KITCHEN IN JERSEY CITY
Located in the heart of Downtown Jersey City, Orale is the perfect spot for Happy Hour, Taco Tuesday, Boozy Brunch, or an eventful Cinco de Mayo.

Enjoy Authentic Food with a Twist at Our Mexican Restaurant in Jersey City
When you’re looking for a Modern Mexican food experience, you can get what you’re looking for at Orale Mexican Kitchen. We are proud to be one of the best Mexican restaurants in Jersey City, providing our customers with authentic food with a unique twist. Rather than limiting the menu at our local restaurant to traditional meals for dinner like tacos, burritos, and other options, we also offer a fantastic Mexican brunch that will keep you coming back for more. You’ll come for the food and stay for the fun atmosphere our Mexican kitchen provides, giving you the high-quality restaurant service you deserve.

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patty

Dined 5 days ago

Great food and vibes; bit loud if you’re not in group

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Experience

Sunday - Thursday | Large Party Reservations 9+

Experience

Brunch: Large Party Reservations 9+

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Fri & Sat Prime | Large Party Reservations 9+

Rosalita's - Marlboro

4.6

4.6 (287)

$30 and under

Mexican

Marlboro

About the restaurant

Rosalita's Roadside Cantina is Mexican restaurant and bar featuring fresh Mexican food with an extensive selection of tequila, beer and margaritas. Our fresh Mexican cuisine, once only available in Mexico City, now available in New Jersey.

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Joseph

Dined 3 days ago

Great food and service as always. Thank you for a wonderful birthday dinner.

Orale Mexican Kitchen - Hoboken

4.7

4.7 (37)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Hoboken

About the restaurant

ORALE MEXICAN KITCHEN
Located in Hoboken, Orale is the perfect spot for Happy Hour, Taco Tuesday, Boozy Brunch, or Mexican-themed events. Join us in “The Dead Room” for a unique cocktail experience.

Find Authentic Cuisine at Our Mexican Restaurant in Hoboken
Are you looking for an authentic Mexican experience with excellent restaurant service in Hoboken? At Orale Mexican Kitchen, we’re proud to offer a fantastic menu filled with your Mexican favorites, all in the convenience of a local restaurant. We pride ourselves on using high-quality ingredients to create delicious dishes that keep you coming back for more. Whether you’re looking for brunch, happy hour specials, or just an authentic Mexican meal, you can count on our Mexican restaurant to give you the experience you deserve. You’ll quickly see why we’re a local favorite.

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Meggie

Dined 3 days ago

Very good restaurant. Food was delicious, attentive service, and the ambience was the best!! No loud music, comfortable chairs and sofas with pillows. I only have one suggestion for the management: please, get some coffee/espresso machine: I would love to try your delicious desserts next time! Thank you

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Experience

Happy Hour (Bar Only)

Experience

Large Party Reservations 9+

Experience

Taco Tuesday

Bitol Mexican Kitchen & Handcrafted Cantina Home

4.7

4.7 (432)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Clifton

About the restaurant

Welcome to Bitol Restaurant! (Bitol was named after a Mayan God of the Sky) Serving authentic, vibrant, colorful delicious, fresh, and fun upscale Mexican cuisine. Tortillas are fresh-made with yellow and blue corn nixtamal masa, for
a more nutritious, flavorful, and traditional taste.
With an array of options for every eater.
Offering an extensive handcrafted cocktail list. Along with an exceptional tequila and mezcal list, as well as a selection of wines. We look forward to seeing you.

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David

Dined 7 days ago

Overall we like this restaurant, but feel that it is slightly overpriced for the value. We really liked about 80% of the food we’ve had, but had a couple of dishes that were average (not bad just not great). This last time the restaurant was very slow (Saturday night) and two waiters were a little pushy trying to upsell (ie add ons and more drinks). It wasn’t aggressive, but rubbed me the wrong way a little. Outside of that, the staff is very friendly and the service is great. If the prices were lower (food and cocktails) we would go back more frequently. However, given the higher prices, will keep our visits to once or twice a year. One suggestion, maybe they could offer a lower priced menu for delivery or takeout only, as the food is good, just too expensive for what it is.

Paloma Restaurante - Collingswood

4.4

4.4 (22)

$30 and under

Mexican

Collingswood

About the restaurant

Inspired by the rich tapestry of flavors experienced during his travels, we are motivated to share a unique and modern culinary adventure with the local community. Paloma, born from this inspiration, stands as a testament to our commitment to bringing the vibrant essence of his Mexican exploration closer to home. At Paloma, each dish reflects the passion and authenticity, inviting patrons to embark on a culinary journey that blends tradition with a contemporary twist.

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JohnVIP

Dined on May 24, 2025

Food was excellent Fresh- seasoned perfectly - served hot- great presentation and plenty of options for all without looking like an encyclopedia Server was nice but off his game: had to ask things multiple times, refills on water slow, no pre-bussin. Again nice kid but needs some technical polishing. Definitely not enough to stones from coming back or from tipping 20%+ Atmosphere has a nice chill vibe. The open windows gives you an outside feel with inside coverage. And it was cold so the hostess saw people putting on sweater and jackets and closed it Great way to anticipate the guests’ needs. We will definitely be back.

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