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Mexican Restaurant 4.3· 99 reviews $10–20
El Centenario
New Jersey, United States
Discover El Centenario in Union City, NJ offering Mexican dishes including tacos, quesadillas, and mole. Casual dining with dine-in, takeout, and delivery.
4.3 / 5
Guest rating
99
Reviews
Mexican Restaurant
Cuisine
New Jersey
City
$10–20
Price level
Closes at 10:00 PM
Overview
About El Centenario
Located at 915 Bergenline Ave in Union City, NJ, El Centenario serves a diverse selection of Mexican dishes across breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu features tacos, quesadillas, and daily specials like Mole Poblano, alongside vegetarian and organic options.
This Latino-owned restaurant offers a casual and cozy atmosphere suitable for solo diners, families, and groups. Amenities include wheelchair accessibility, gender-neutral restrooms, and accommodations for children.
Service options include dine-in, takeout, curbside pickup, no-contact delivery, drive-through, and catering. Payment methods accepted are credit and debit cards, as well as NFC mobile payments.
Visitors typically spend between 15 minutes and 4 hours here, enjoying fast service and a friendly environment that welcomes diverse crowds including LGBTQ+ patrons.
Mexican restaurant Cocktails & Coffee Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Family-friendly & Groups Wheelchair accessible Delivery & Takeout LGBTQ+ friendly
Quick facts
- Price range: $10–20
- Rating: 4.3 (99 reviews)
- Typical visit: 15 min to 4 hr
- Latino-owned business
- Accepts credit & debit cards
- Offers fast service & sports atmosphere
- Accepts reservations
- High chairs & kids' menu available
On the menu
Top picks at El Centenario
Signature dishes, shareable plates, and the items regulars keep coming back for.
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Amenities & features
What's available at the restaurant
Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at El Centenario.
From the business
- Identifies as Latino-owned
Service options
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Offerings
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Hours
Opening hours
When El Centenario is open during the week.
Closes at 10:00 PM
- Monday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Wednesday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Thursday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Location
Location & Nearby Places
Central New Jersey, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.
Photos
Photos of El Centenario
A look at the food, the dining room, drinks, and the exterior of El Centenario.
Reviews
Reviews for El Centenario
What recent guests say after dining at El Centenario.
4.3/ 5
Based on 99 guest reviews
Joselyne Barahona
Jun 17, 2026"Pretty decent restaurant. Prices are reasonable. Food is delicious. They have ice cream! Most of the time I had been there, the restaurant was empty."
Joce lyn
Jun 01, 2026"The atmosphere is nice and clean, very spacious too. Ordered some memelas (cecina and bistec) and tacos (chorizo and bistec). The food was well cooked and the thing I liked most about the food was that it was not greasy. There are some places that make tacos along with the meat so greasy that you can taste the oil. Not here, the food was well cooked and with reasonable prices. Will come back to try other dishes ! Feedback: The memelas were a bit heavy for the light tortilla, but overall they were delicious ."
Matt Swinton
May 18, 2026"This was a last minute decision to eat here and I can say, this was way better than the original place I was going. I enjoyed the dishes served and the portions were even better. But also, the prices were very reasonable and affordable and not to mention that the food was prepared in front of us as the open kitchen was there. Meaning, they are showing that their food is fresh. I personally had the tacos and nachos which were both very delicious. I do indeed recommend this place for a quick munch and will be coming back. I have inserted photos of the Tacos Bistec, Tostadas. Enchiladas Verdes, and Nachos."
Eric Del Valle
Apr 04, 2026"The torta was amazing! Had it twice and I think I will be back for more."
Sunil Kumar Makkinni Ramnath
Feb 27, 2026"I recently visited this restaurant and was impressed by the wide variety of food options available. I decided to order the Fajita El Pollo, and it was absolutely delicious! The chicken was cooked to perfection—juicy, flavorful, and well-seasoned. The restaurant itself was spotlessly clean, and the ambience was warm and inviting, making it a great place to enjoy a meal. A nice bonus—they also serve ice cream, which was a delightful way to end the meal! Overall, a fantastic dining experience. I’ll definitely be coming back!"
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about dining at El Centenario offer helpful insights for planning a visit.
El Centenario offers dine-in, takeout, curbside pickup, drive-through, delivery, and catering services, providing flexible ways to enjoy its Mexican cuisine.
Yes, the menu includes vegetarian options and incorporates organic dishes to accommodate different dietary preferences.
The restaurant features a wheelchair-accessible entrance and restrooms, making it accessible for guests with mobility needs.
Reservations are accepted, which can help when planning visits for larger groups or busy times.
Popular dishes include Tacos Arabes, Tacos Birria De Res, Mole Poblano, and Enchilada Verde among a variety of authentic Mexican specialties.
The atmosphere is family-friendly with amenities like a kids' menu and high chairs, suited for guests of all ages.
Payment can be made with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments for added convenience.
Cocktails and happy hour drinks are available, complementing the comfort food and other offerings on the menu.
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