El Molcajete Mexican Food — Restaurant in Raritan Township

We had lunch yesterday at this place based on great reviews. We arrived around 1pm. The place pretty empty not sure why. There was a woman came out from the kitchen once we walked in. There was no any complimentary tortilla chips like any other Mexican restaurants. There was no any utensils on the table either. Only napkins. So we both ordered tacos, carne asada and Al pastor and both were great. I ordered Togo flautas de pollo and bistec ala mexicana (I love the container, separate with the beans, rice and the beef) The beverages options only sodas that they have in the refrigerator, other beverages that they have in the menu is not available.

And yes the service can be a bit slow. When she brought us the tacos was not that long. But we had to wait a bit longer for my Togo meal....

Ultimately 5 stars because that's just how incredible the food is. The service was great but slow. There must be like 2 people in the place to serve the front. On top of that, the restaurant can be a bit hot but the decor is nice.

It took quite a long time to get our food but once it came out, it was incredible. I think it's because there is a single person in the back making everything to order. If you want the best food, expect to wait but it's well worth it.

Their red salsa is actually spicy. The al pastor tacos were so flavorful and the rice was packed with flavor. I'd eaten a paella for lunch but this place's rice was even...

I thought it was rather authentic. It was the first time in 30 years I found tamales. All I can say is I loved them. I've no idea what anything else is, as no Mexican restaurant explains what everything is. Burrito, enchilada, chimichanga, fajita, churro, and more are in every Mexican restaurant, but I've no idea what they are, and since no menu explains them, I'm too embarrassed to go. Would be nice if Mexican restaurants wouldn't assume everyone knows what those items are. Sad, for I might find I love Mexican food. Oh, I know what cabrito is, but that's another item I've not seen in 50 years. Last I saw it on a menu...