Casa Don Manuel, nestled in Wayne, NJ, is a treasure for Mexican food aficionados. Customers rave about its vibrant ambiance and cultural decor, which transports them straight to Mexico. The culinary journey starts with complimentary chips and salsa, setting the stage for an authentic dining experience.
Frequent visitors like Naresh Hinduja express their admiration for the hearty chicken soup, complemented by fresh tortillas—a delightful combination loved by many. Meanwhile, Nidia Chinchilla found the pricing surprisingly reasonable, refuting any notions of overpricing. She was impressed not only by the food but also by the exceptional service.
Expect generous portions, as exemplified by Dennis De Almeida's experience with the Birria tacos; he found them to be both delicious and filling. Farhanna B Sayegh echoes this sentiment, praising a wide array of dishes from enchiladas to ceviche, all showcasing freshness and authenticity.
While some diners noted noise levels due to lively party music, Prap Khumthanom affirmed the food's exquisite flavor and generous servings. Overall, Casa Don Manuel is hailed as a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a genuine Mexican feast, akin to a flavorful fiesta.
Amenities and More
Service options
Outdoor seating
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service
Great cocktails
Great dessert
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Food
Happy-hour drinks
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Vegetarian options
Wine
Dining options
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
On-site parking
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Casa Don Manuel
Naresh Hinduja
Jun 3,2025
Stopped here again (probably my 50 the visit lol!) and had an "ah-mazing!!" to say the least) Chicken soup and beverages. Freshly made and just wholesome hit the spot for sure I've never had it with tortillas just a great combo!
Nidia Chinchilla
May 26,2025
I was intrigued with this place because of the mix reviews in google and decided to go and try it. I don’t regret it! I had read that food was overpriced and found that it’s totally the opposite! Free chips and salsa! Food and beverages were delicious, service was wonderful and the atmosphere is so great. I’m so glad that we tried it.
Dennis De Almeida
May 20,2025
Very good Mexican food. The place is huge and has cool decor. Food was very good and came quickly. Comes with free chips and salsa which were very good. The guacamole was okay, the avocados didn’t seem fully ripe. I had the Birria tacos which were delicious - the picture does not do them justice. The portion size is very large. I was stuffed after 3 tacos. My wife had the chipotle chicken and cheese and really enjoyed it
Farhanna B Sayegh
May 12,2025
The decor creates an amazing atmosphere that makes you feel as if you were transported to Mexico! The staff and management is very hands on and take a ton of pride in their work. The food is fresh, authentic and delicious. The enchiladas, fajitas, ceviche, guacamole, salsa and kids meals were all perfect. The fried ice cream with a flame was fun to experience. We haven’t been in this building in years and love to see how they’ve transformed it!
Prap Khumthanom
May 10,2025
Great service and foods. Very Large portion. Great flavor. (Steak fajitas) A bit noisy with party music from the next room but overall deserved 5 stars review ...
MARIANA CASTANEDA
Apr 22,2025
The food and the service are outstanding. I am Mexican! I can testify the food is 100% authentic. Delicious and big portions Go for the Molcajete!!!
Vivian Ourazouk
Mar 21,2025
My friend and I visited this restaurant for a session for my daughter’s Quinceanera. The service and food is delicious. I had the chicken flautas-crunchy and tasty. The salsa was off the hook and the tortillas crunchy and fresh. The 3 flautas were huge. My friend had the guacamole-which was okay. The drinks were watered down so make sure to tell them-less ice. Overall, fair prices and good food. Nevertheless, we went to book a room. Ignacio, the manager was cordial and professional and extremely helpful even though he was busy with another event. We met the owner’s son, Jesus-polite. Unfortunately, he wasn’t clear with the prices and confirming the date for the event. He never called to confirm whether or not to book the room which is very disappointing when you are depending on the space to continue planning for everything else. The room is huge and spacious with beautiful arched windows which unfortunately are blocked by these HUGE booths in which Ignacio shared that they have lost clientele due to the HUGE booths and were planning to remove them. Recommend the restaurant but for the event space not sure about that, especially when you are not asked for a deposit and they don’t get back to you. Bad business.
K B
Mar 8,2025
Food is absolutely delicious. Came here with a group of friends and the staff was wonderful. I love a place that gives free salsa and chips. The salsa was SO FOOD. Food came quickly after we ordered. Drinks were delicious and NOT watered down. We will definitely be back! Be sure to take a pic of the giant horse near the entrance!
Reviews For Casa Don Manuel