Dario's Tex Mex — tacos in Newark, NJ

Dario's Tex Mex

4.7· 689 Google reviews·$·Central Ward

Dario's Tex Mex is a Newark, NJ taco spot in the Central Ward area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.7★ rating across 689 Google reviews.

Rating
4.7
Loved by locals
Reviews
689
Google reviews
Price
$
Cheap eats
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Quick biteGroup dinner

Why people love this place

  • •Highly rated by locals
  • •Affordable, everyday pricing
  • •Good for casual tacos
  • •Located in Central Ward, Newark
  • •Strong Google review volume

Order like a local

  • →Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
  • →Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.
  • →Cash often moves the line faster at casual taquerías like this.
  • →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Casual taquería
Neighborhood
Central Ward, Newark
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cash recommended

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does Dario's Tex Mex serve?+

Dario's Tex Mex is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is Dario's Tex Mex located?+

Dario's Tex Mex is at 20 Academy St, Newark, NJ 07102, USA, in the Central Ward neighborhood of Newark, New Jersey.

Is Dario's Tex Mex good?+

Dario's Tex Mex has a 4.7★ average across 689 Google reviews — loved by locals by Newark taco standards.

How expensive is Dario's Tex Mex?+

Dario's Tex Mex sits at $ (cheap eats) — typical for a Newark taquería.

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