Hoboken and Jersey City have some seriously quality Mexican spots, so your Taco Tuesday should always be celebrated well {or any day for that matter}. And when it comes to margs — salted, frozen, on the rocks — there’s no shortage at these local spots. Read on for a few of our favorite spots in Hoboken + Jersey City to sip {or gulp} a margarita and why they’re crowd favorites in Hoboken and JC.
East LA for Every Flavor of Margarita You’ve Ever Dreamed Of {508 Washington Street, Hoboken}
From Watermelon to Raspberry to Coconut to Cranberry to Sangria to Pineapple and beyond…every margarita you’ve ever dreamed of is on the menu at East LA. Orale!
Gringo’s for More than Margs {12 Coles Street, Jersey City}
The jalapeño infused tequila is enough to have this spot’s margaritas earn a place on our list, but with fresh cocktails on tap, Gringo’s in JC is so much more than a place for great margs. And if you’re cravings tacos {because we are always craving tacos}, Gringo’s will not disappoint.
Charrito’s for A Classic Margarita {518 Washington Street + 974 JFK Boulevard East in Weehawken}
It’s no secret that Charrito’s has some of the best Mexican food in Hoboken. Opt for a classic, tried-and-true marg as a compliment to their {ridonkkk} homemade guac. Their two locations are perfect for a weeknight date or a get together with family.
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Mikie Squared for The Classic Yet Yummy Frozen Marg on a Budget {616 Washington Street, Hoboken}
While Mikie Squared offers an extensive menu of unique drinks, sometimes, you just gotta go with a classic — and their frozen margarita is sure to please.
Orale for a Spacious Locale to Enjoy Your Marg{s} {341 Grove Street, Jersey City + 1426 Willow Avenue, Hoboken}
Speaking of Orale {translated hell yeah! in English}, we’ve visited Orale and obviously love it. Orale has a roomy interior feel with lots of space, so you won’t feel packed in like sardines {which can happen often in good ol’ Hoboken + JC}.
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Coco Loco {formally Coco Havana} for Margarita and Mojito Pitchers {32 Newark Street, Hoboken}
Mojitos are basically the sisters to margaritas, so they deserve a spot on this list for sure — especially when you can get a PITCHER full. Coco Havana has a variety of delicious sangrias and mojito pitchers.
Los Tres Chilitos for Embellished Drinks {456 Central Avenue, Jersey City}
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If you want a super authentic marg and a loaded plate of tacos {who doesn’t?}, this place will make you feel like you’re no longer in Jersey. Plus, drinks are ALWAYS better with umbrellas and a cherry on top.
Mi Mariachi Taqueria for Inexpensive and Authentic Margs {213 Sip Avenue, Jersey City}
{Photo credit: @fer_campos2321}
If a restaurant is located on “Sips Ave,” it really can’t disappoint when it comes to drinks — and this place certainly serves up serious tacos too. It’s inexpensive, authentic, and a true gem in Jersey City — nothing fancy, but the food and prices are more than enough reasons to check it out.
Halifax for a Marg with a Twist + A Frozen Marg {225 River Street, Hoboken}
This Hoboken hot spot is serving up a Kingfisher Margarita in honor of National Margarita Day this year. The drink {priced at $16 — hefty, but worth it} is made with Patron barrel select Halifax Tequila, Cointreau, and lime + orange juice — simply and tasty. They’ll also be selling a drink called Summer is on the Horizon — a delicious twist on a frozen margarita.
Los Cuernos for Your Classic Drink {499 Washington Boulevard, Jersey City}
Sometimes, you just want to stick to the classics. Los Cuernos in JC serves up delicious Mexican fare and margs, to satiate every craving that you have.
Mezcal Kitchen for a BYOB + DIY Margarita {665 Newark Avenue, Jersey City}
The only way to know how strong your drink really is is to bring the liquor + make it yourself. At Mezcal Kitchen, diners can bring their own tequila and buy margarita mix from the restaurant {yes, they sell it there} to craft their own margs at this BYOB spot.
Northern Soul for a Marg + a Beer {700 1st Street, Hoboken}
Well known for it’s gluten-free + vegan options, Northern Soul also has one extra delish item on the menu — margaritas. Swing for a marg and then graduate to one of the many beer + draft options available at this Mile Square spot.
TWA Hotel for an Out-of-Town Margarita {John F. Kennedy International Airport}
Whether you’re en route to your next vacation or have just landed and don’t want your #VacationVibes to end, the TWA is a great spot to stop at and sip on a marg. Located at JFK Airport, swing by pre or post-flight {or whenever really} to take advantage of the libations offered here.
Now that you’ve got the margarita rundown — where will you be sipping a marg tonight? Let us know in the comments!
Disclaimer: This article is used for information only. HobokenGirl.com provides this information to the public, and it does not condone drinking and driving or excessive alcohol consumption. You must be 21 to consume alcoholic beverages. Pricing of margaritas and timing/menu options of establishments are subject to change.
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Written by: Jennifer Tripucka
Jen is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Hoboken Girl. She started the site to discover and share the wealth of things happening in Hudson County. Her roots in the area extend to her maternal grandparents, who owned two textile factories in Weehawken and North Bergen. When not planning the next Hoboken Girl event/volunteer project or editing her life away, she can usually be found shopping at local boutiques, eating an Insta-worthy meal, walking her French bulldog + rescue pup, or watching the latest murder doc on Netflix with her husband.
