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El Refin Mexican Restaurant

Experience authentic Mexican recipes made with fresh ingredients in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
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Assorted tacos with chopped onions, cilantro, grilled onions, and various meats on corn tortillas.
Three tacos with beef, onions, and cilantro served with lime wedges, cucumber slices, and dipping sauce.
About Us

Authentic Mexican Heritage

El Refin Mexican Restaurant has proudly served South Plainfield since 2016, bringing the authentic flavors of Puebla to the community. As a family-owned restaurant, we're passionate about sharing traditional recipes, warm hospitality, and a welcoming atmosphere where friends and families can gather to enjoy great food. Whether you're stopping in for lunch, dinner, or celebrating a special occasion, we strive to make every visit feel like home.

Our menu showcases the rich culinary traditions of Mexico with specialties like Puebla-style tacos, cemitas, tacos árabes, sizzling molcajetes, and our signature Salmon El Refin. Every dish is prepared with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors that honor our heritage. As a BYOB restaurant, we invite you to bring your favorite beverage and enjoy a relaxed dining experience filled with delicious food and genuine hospitality.

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Plate with several tacos filled with meat, onion, cilantro, and lime wedges in the center.Symmetrical floral design with four dark green leaves and yellow decorative splashes in each corner.
Three plates each holding a black molcajete filled with shrimp, sausages, cheese, and vegetables.
Plate with cooked salmon, mussels, shrimp, clams, and rice garnished with herbs and sauce.
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Grilled steak with garlic and rosemary on roasted potatoes, shrimp, and balsamic glaze on white plate.Plate of assorted tacos arranged in a circle with grilled peppers and sliced radishes in the center.Front of El Refin Mexican Restaurant with signs advertising breakfast, tamales, and taco Tuesday specials.Four tacos with meat, onions, and cilantro on a plate with radish slices, grilled pepper, and green onions.Several pieces of ribs grilling over open flames on a barbecue grill.Plate with Mexican food including sausage, grilled meat, and enchiladas topped with cheese and sauce.Framed sepia photo of a family walking away, overlaid with text saying 'Welcome Familia'.
Contact & Location

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1633 Park Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080(908) 462-1894albivelasquez1@hotmail.com

Monday–Sunday: 11:00 AM–11:00 PM

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