Dona Maria Restaurant
Looking for a cozy spot to enjoy some authentic Mexican dishes? Dona Maria Restaurant is the perfect place! Located at 32 Bergen St, Passaic, NJ, Dona Maria offers a welcoming, casual atmosphere that’s great for any occasion. Whether you're catching up with friends, enjoying a meal with the family, or even bringing your furry companion along, Dona Maria makes sure everyone feels right at home—dogs are welcome!
This charming restaurant serves up a variety of popular dishes that are sure to please your taste buds. If you’re a fan of bold, flavorful bites, their Quesadilla is a must-try. Melted cheese with your choice of protein, wrapped in a perfectly grilled tortilla—it’s comfort food at its finest. For something with a little more spice, the Chorizo dish is a crowd favorite, packed with rich, savory flavors that’ll keep you coming back for more.
Another highlight on the menu is the Birria Tacos. These juicy, tender beef tacos, drenched in a flavorful broth, have become a signature dish at Dona Maria. And let’s not forget about their Large Guacamole—perfectly creamy with just the right amount of seasoning, it’s the ideal appetizer to start your meal.
Whether you're a regular or a first-time visitor, the vibe at Dona Maria makes every dining experience feel special. The laid-back, dog-friendly atmosphere lets you enjoy your meal without any rush. With a variety of Mexican classics and an inviting space to relax, Dona Maria Restaurant has earned its place as a local favorite in Passaic, NJ. So, if you're in the area, stop by and treat yourself to some delicious Mexican flavors—you won’t be disappointed!
Reviews
Great Mexican food, the food was amazing, I took my whole family and I had some tacos de bistec and they were amazing, customer service was great too really helpful and kind. The place is really creative with always a playing band which makes it feel wonderful.
The best Mexican food in the area! The micheladas and cantaritos are always a hit. Must try!
Great little gem in Passaic for authentic Mexican food. Make sure to bring cash as they don't accept cards, but no worries if you forget because they do have an ATM inside. There is Mexican decor everywhere, so you really feel like you're in Mexico when you step inside! Servers are friendly and food comes out pretty quick. We went with the large guacamole and it was a good starter. Birria tacos are delicious and highly recommended. If you order the chicken quesadillas like I did you might not even need a starter because I was absolutely stuffed with the 3 pieces it came with. Tasty though!
It's taco Tuesday! It's starting to feel a bit more like spring now a days so hubby and I went to try this spot that my friend Sheila recommended. Overall the place is beautiful. It's spacious and has all kinds of Mexican art on the walls. No one really greeted us upon entering so we went to where the bar area was and asked if we could just sit anywhere. We went straight to the bathrooms soon after sitting down and being given menus. I really appreciate a clean bathroom especially during these times and they had a Fabuloso clean smelling one ;) We came for the $1 tacos and the hype of how good they were. I ordered two steak and two chorizo. They were delicious! Definitely made my Mexican heart happy. My husband had two steak, two cabeza (tender cow head meat), and one chicken. He had me try the cabeza ones and they were so tender we had to take some to go. One thing I didn't really appreciate was that our server didn't really introduce herself. It would have been nice to know her name. Would of made the experience a bit more amicable. She never once asked how we were liking it or what we thought. Or if we needed anything else. She had about 5 or 6 tables so she seemed busy but still no excuse. I used to be a waitress but I learned that just communicating a bit more will go a very long way. It felt like we were telling her what to do next every step of the way until we left. Her attitude about that was not very good either she seemed annoyed by us. Overall I enjoyed the food and the space despite the lack of service. I will definitely be back and recommend to my friends and family. How can you beat the $1 tacos! We ended up getting 14 tacos all together and two drinks for $20. Very affordable.
I am from Maryland and wanted Mexican food. Checked this place out and I'm amazed. I ordered a quesadilla with steak, I highly recommend if you wanna fill your stomach up. Restaurant is nicely decorated with wall art and banners. Parking is a hassle but is well worth it. Service is amazing, waiters are very nice and cheerful.