El Pueblo Querido Mexican Restaurant — Restaurant in South River

Outstanding authentic Mexican food clearly prepared with skill and pride. Generous portion of chicken enchiladas with Verde sauce, a sizzling cheese-covered mound of tender steak fajita with delicious homemade tortillas and cheese tamales were all top notch. The family who runs this place obviously cares about pleasing their customers, from the friendly and attentive staff to the attractive presentation of the food. A nice little place with several tables, attractive decorations and spotlessly clean. This was our first visit and we are looking forward to...

BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT HANDS DOWN!!!! The food was soo good, the mole is definitely handmade and not store bought. The pozole was soo good, very authentic without the extra padding. Picaditas was on spot with the cook time. The beans were also made so well, it was really impressive.

Over all, this restaurant is definitely authentic in every sense. The staff was so nice and attentive, the lady that made the food was very humble and kind. It is definitely a hidden gem that needs...

Great local restaurant and hidden gem! Food was tasty and portions huge! I had a children’s meal and the size can feed an adult. Steak was flavorful with garlic and other spices and black beans soft and smooth with good seasoning. Yellow rice had good flavor along with a basket of nachos with red and green sauce for starters! Red is milder than green! Staff are friendly, warm,...