El Nacho’s Cantina Mexican Restaurant and Bar — tacos in Elizabeth, NJ

El Nacho’s Cantina Mexican Restaurant and Bar

4.6· 6,215 Google reviews·$$

El Nacho’s Cantina Mexican Restaurant and Bar is a Elizabeth, NJ taco spot known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.6★ rating across 6,215 Google reviews.

Rating
4.6
Loved by locals
Reviews
6,215
Google reviews
Price
$$
Mid-range
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Group dinnerSit-down meal

Why people love this place

  • Highly rated by locals
  • Reasonable mid-range pricing
  • Good for casual tacos
  • Located in Elizabeth, NJ
  • 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.
  • It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Sit-down restaurant
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cards usually accepted

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does El Nacho’s Cantina Mexican Restaurant and Bar serve?+

El Nacho’s Cantina Mexican Restaurant and Bar is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is El Nacho’s Cantina Mexican Restaurant and Bar located?+

El Nacho’s Cantina Mexican Restaurant and Bar is at 746 Carlton St #752, Elizabeth, NJ 07202, USA in Elizabeth, New Jersey.

Is El Nacho’s Cantina Mexican Restaurant and Bar good?+

El Nacho’s Cantina Mexican Restaurant and Bar has a 4.6★ average across 6,215 Google reviews — loved by locals by Elizabeth taco standards.

How expensive is El Nacho’s Cantina Mexican Restaurant and Bar?+

El Nacho’s Cantina Mexican Restaurant and Bar sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Elizabeth taquería.

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