El Palenque
Mexican · El Camarón
About El Palenque
Located in El Camarón, El Palenque offers a vibrant dining experience with a focus on delicious food and exceptional service. Guests consistently praise the attentive and friendly staff, like Andrea, Fernanda, Nayeli and Diego, who go above and beyond to ensure a memorable visit. The restaurant is k...
Located in El Camarón, El Palenque offers a vibrant dining experience with a focus on delicious food and exceptional service. Guests consistently praise the attentive and friendly staff, like Andrea, Fernanda, Nayeli and Diego, who go above and beyond to ensure a memorable visit. The restaurant is known for its lively ambiance, enhanced by features like live music and sports viewing. Signature dishes, such as the churrasco, and special offerings like Taco Tuesday, are popular among patrons. The bar boasts a great selection of beers and expertly crafted cocktails, including highly-regarded margaritas. Whether you're looking for a quick bite, a full dinner, or a fun night out, El Palenque welcomes you with open arms and a commitment to quality.
What Customers Say About El Palenque
El Palenque is a lively Mexican restaurant known for its delicious food, tasty drinks, and excellent service. Diego and Andrea are frequently mentioned for their exceptional bartending and friendly service. Customers rave about the margaritas, tacos, and the churrasco.
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Tip: Visit on Taco Tuesday for amazing deals on tacos and margaritas, and ask for Diego for the best drinks.
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El Palenque El Camarón Reviews
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Palenque Restaurant in Clifton, and I must say it was a remarkable experience. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was inviting, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The standout feature of our visit was the manager, who also happened to be a fantastic bartender. He took the time to guide us through the menu, offering expert recommendations on the best dishes and drinks. It was evident that he had a deep passion for the cuisine, and his enthusiasm was infectious. The food itself was a true revelation. Each dish was not only bursting with flavor but also generously portioned. It's clear that Palenque takes great pride in using authentic Mexican ingredients, and it shines through in every bite. From sizzling fajitas to flavorful tacos, every item we ordered exceeded our expectations. What truly sets Palenque apart is the perfect balance they strike between quality and quantity. You leave feeling satisfied, both in terms of your taste buds and your appetite. If you're looking for an authentic Mexican culinary experience in Clifton, I wholeheartedly recommend Palenque Restaurant. The manager's recommendations, the quality and quantity of the food, and the overall ambiance make it a must-visit for anyone craving genuine Mexican flavors. Palenque Restaurant has certainly earned a spot on my list of favorite dining spots.
Guac with chicharrón was my favorite ask for Diego he makes the best drinks
We went in on a okay Thursday and his service was amazing he greeted us and made us feel about him Me and my husband loved it definitely will becoming here again!
Diego was an awesome bartender. The spot was very lively and the service was excellent. 10/10 recommend
Great food and excellent service. The bartenders nayeli is very friendly and very professional. Also Diego is very professional and very friendly.
Great place, service is great and good music .
The best experience in Mexican food , thanks Diego for special service you’re the best we love u 😘 we’ll come back soon
Delicious food and tasty drinks at good prices.
This is the best Mexican place in town !!! Diego #1
I loved this place I tried margarita and tacos thank u Diego ♥️ you’re the best
Diego invited to me to go to this place … food was incredible the churrasco was on point the drinks 🍹 they told me about karaoke on weekends thank u Diego !!! I’ll come back for sure
Excellente service. Fernanda has been so good us for the times we have been there. Food is also amazing. No complaints so far. Will def keep coming back.
Amazing food and the $20 bucket beer special I loved it !!!!! Diego was incredible thank u Diego
The best bar in Clifton diego I love u
Good atmosphere, amazing food, karaoke, we definitely had fun tonight thank u Diego
Food was delicious. Carnitas tacos are the bomb. The cook and waiter were phenomenal! Atmosphere was awesome!
Came for Taco Tuesday! Place was very nice. Sat at the Bar, the bartender was very attentive and margaritas were on point. My girlfriend had a regular margarita before the food came and a passion fruit margarita after the food. We started with chicharron con tostones and guacamole. Was apprehensive to try the tostones as I’ve never had them, glad I did. Tacos Tuesday is $1 tacos for chicken, steak, and carnitas. Minimum of 5 and you can mix and match. We had a combination of all 3. They were very good, maybe just a bit too much onion, but you remove some. We also had the Birria tacos! A must have.
Super cute place, amazing service, Andrea took the best care of us, we had amazing tacos 🌮 on taco Tuesday, they have an amazing deal on tacos and the margaritas, I recommend 100%
Andrea is the absolute best! I came in here on a whim - and Andrea was super sweet and patient with me and my friend. We came here for one drink and ended up staying for an entire meal and several more drinks! Definitely coming back.
My family originally planned to eat at the Clifton buffet, but those plans fell through. We were then approached by a canvasser for this restaurant, and after connecting with her, we decided to give it a try—and I’m so glad we did! We were celebrating my dad’s birthday, and dining at Palenque turned out to be an excellent choice. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, and every employee greeted us with such warmth, making us feel like family. The atmosphere was inviting, the food was delicious, and the prices were very reasonable. I’ll definitely be returning to enjoy more of what this place has to offer.
The drinks were good and the atmosphere was easy going. Karaoke was so much fun! The food did not meet my cousins expectations unfortunately. However the bartenders were friendly!
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283 Parker Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011
El Camarón, NJ 07011
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