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Newark's 3 best spots to score inexpensive Mexican fare

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Published on June 27, 2019
Newark's 3 best spots to score inexpensive Mexican fareDario's Restaurant | Photo: Shem I./Yelp

Craving Mexican food?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Mexican restaurants around Newark, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt.

1. Dario's Restaurant

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Topping the list is Dario's Restaurant. Located at 20 Academy St., the Mexican spot is the highest-rated cheap Mexican restaurant in Newark, boasting 4.5 stars out of 180 reviews on Yelp.

The eatery specializes in its signature Tex-Mex Super Salads served in a tortilla bowl and topped with rice, beans and your choice of protein. It offers classic fare like tacos, burritos and quesadillas, too.

2. Aguilas De Mexico Restaurant

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Next up is Aguilas de Mexico Restaurant, situated at 118 Pacific St. With four stars out of 155 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a cheap option.

The menu offers offers authentic Mexican eats, like tacos, tortas and enchiladas, as well as platters with beef, chicken, pork and seafood. 

3. Taqueria Morelos

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Taqueria Morelos, located at 309 Lafayette St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive Mexican spot four stars out of 24 reviews.

This taqueria serves up a variety of authentic tacos filled with beef, fried pork, tongue and more. There are also tortas, burritos and, for dessert, flan.  


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