The food was the best. As a hispanic this is extremely authentic food and it is cooked to perfection. The service is extremely good and me and my family loved it. The waitress was the nicest guy out there. To be honest, I ordered a burrito and it came out so good. I I could I would eat there every day best Mexican food in the area?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burritos, Chips and Salsa, Guacamole
Mary O’Brien
I grew up eating Mexican food in Texas and moving back to NJ, I couldn't find any remotely good Mexican food until I went to Bandido! I live an hour away and will always make the hike for their food. The chips, salsa, and quesadillas are always fresh, and as a vegetarian, they are always more than accommodating with vegetarian options. I love the Tex Mex burrito with extra chipotle ranch and jalapenos, the refried beans and rice are some of the best I've ever had, and their drinks are always tasty (and knock me off my feet). I recommend this place to anyone with a serious Mexican craving- nothing else in the Tri-State compares!Vegetarian options: Any of the burritos, fajitas, tacos, can be subbed with a veggie mix or peppers and onions. Owner is very knowledgeable of what has chicken stock or other meat products in it, so no accidental consumption
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burritos, Chips and Salsa, Fried Banana with Ice Cream, Vegetable Fajitas, Quesadillas, Fajitas, Dessert
Pamela Faber
Been going to El bandido for over 40 years. Loved everything about it. The owner was as nice a person as you could find. Service and entertainment made it a great experience. Food was top shelf with great variety. Ate there last night. Food was very disappointing. Kids took it over and changed the menu.. Very dry and no flavor. Old saying, “ if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.Sad to say, not going back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 2
finest M
It was a cold rainy night and I haven’t seen my mom in a while and we used to go here when I was a kid. came in and it looked like they were closing, but they said they would stay open for us! Thank you for this. this was so kind it just added on to a family experience. Thank you for making our girls night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Satoshi Tazaki
Delicious food, nice volume, good ambience, comfortable service and fair price. It was our first visit since 2015 but everything has not changed. Will be back soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burritos, Taco and Chimichanga, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, Guacamole
Laney D.
I've been coming to El Bandido for over 10 years and it never disappoints. Lively atmosphere, attentive staff, and fresh food.
Adelia Rios
Went here for Valentine's Day and my son's 16th birthday with my family.The food was once again very delicious. Our hostess Trish was so friendly and the service was outstanding. Heads up to Angel for making our sons special night even more enjoyable with the Mariachi playing and singing Happy Birthday.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brianna Eve
Great time, great food, and great staff!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kevin Donoghue
Incredible family
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Taco and Chimichanga, Quesadillas, Taco, Dessert
Ellis Iacono
Service is so amazing. The tequila is second to none. And the manager has a fancy luxurious mustache!!
The food was the best. As a hispanic this is extremely authentic food and it is cooked to perfection. The service is extremely good and me and my family loved it. The waitress was the nicest guy out there. To be honest, I ordered a burrito and it came out so good. I I could I would eat there every day best Mexican food in the area?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burritos, Chips and Salsa, Guacamole
I grew up eating Mexican food in Texas and moving back to NJ, I couldn't find any remotely good Mexican food until I went to Bandido! I live an hour away and will always make the hike for their food. The chips, salsa, and quesadillas are always fresh, and as a vegetarian, they are always more than accommodating with vegetarian options. I love the Tex Mex burrito with extra chipotle ranch and jalapenos, the refried beans and rice are some of the best I've ever had, and their drinks are always tasty (and knock me off my feet). I recommend this place to anyone with a serious Mexican craving- nothing else in the Tri-State compares!Vegetarian options: Any of the burritos, fajitas, tacos, can be subbed with a veggie mix or peppers and onions. Owner is very knowledgeable of what has chicken stock or other meat products in it, so no accidental consumption
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burritos, Chips and Salsa, Fried Banana with Ice Cream, Vegetable Fajitas, Quesadillas, Fajitas, Dessert
Been going to El bandido for over 40 years. Loved everything about it. The owner was as nice a person as you could find. Service and entertainment made it a great experience. Food was top shelf with great variety. Ate there last night. Food was very disappointing. Kids took it over and changed the menu.. Very dry and no flavor. Old saying, “ if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.Sad to say, not going back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 2
It was a cold rainy night and I haven’t seen my mom in a while and we used to go here when I was a kid. came in and it looked like they were closing, but they said they would stay open for us! Thank you for this. this was so kind it just added on to a family experience. Thank you for making our girls night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food, nice volume, good ambience, comfortable service and fair price. It was our first visit since 2015 but everything has not changed. Will be back soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burritos, Taco and Chimichanga, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, Guacamole
I've been coming to El Bandido for over 10 years and it never disappoints. Lively atmosphere, attentive staff, and fresh food.
Went here for Valentine's Day and my son's 16th birthday with my family.The food was once again very delicious. Our hostess Trish was so friendly and the service was outstanding. Heads up to Angel for making our sons special night even more enjoyable with the Mariachi playing and singing Happy Birthday.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great time, great food, and great staff!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible family
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Taco and Chimichanga, Quesadillas, Taco, Dessert
Service is so amazing. The tequila is second to none. And the manager has a fancy luxurious mustache!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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What a gem! As good as a top notch old school LA mexican restaurant. So happy this place exists on the east coast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Angel was super nice and the decor was a treat to look at. Food was delicious too, you can taste it’s homemade and with love.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salsa, Taco
It is a good option to enjoy with the family
The mole chicken was the winner, hands down. The drinks were good and there was live music on Saturday. Guacamole was fresh and authentic.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Guacamole
Our hostess Amanda was very friendly and had a very nice personality. The food was excellent and we enjoyed the atmosphere. The service was great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips and Salsa, Fried Banana with Ice Cream, Salsa, Quesadillas