San Lucas Mexican Restaurant
| Address: | 2600 Federal St, Camden, NJ 08105, USA |
| Phone: | +1 856-966-3556 |
| Site: | m.facebook.com |
| Rating: | 4 |
| Working: | 10AM–10PM 10AM–10PM 10AM–10PM 10AM–10PM 10AM–10PM 8AM–10PM 8AM–10PM |
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Randi Stafford
Are you looking for a delicious, authentic Mexican meal? San Lucas in Camden, NJ is the place! From the colorful, Latin-themed interior, to the friendly service, this place is totally worth the trip. Located only 10 minutes from the downtown, San Lucas is a convenient, quick, and tasty option for students, jurors, and, most importantly, people who love authentic Mexican food. My friend and I went on a weekday around 4:30pm and found absolutely no wait time. We were in and out within about 45 minutes, which was especially convenient as we had to head back to the Rutgers University- Camden campus for classes. With the self seating style, we got a table easily and did not have to wait more than 5 minutes before we were approached for our drink and food orders. The waitress spoke English (and was totally nice about us butchering our orders in Spanish), which made it very easy for us to communicate our thanks at the end of the meal for such a great experience. After we ordered, they also served us chips with refried beans and cheese, along with an assortment of sauces, at no extra cost. There was everything from familiar salsas to a green sauce (which I believe was tomatillo) that was so good I ultimately ended up putting it on my main course. My friend and I both got burritos, which was the best decision we could have made. I got the breaded shrimp and my friend, who has unique dietary needs, was able to get a veggie option. The waitress and cooks were very accommodating with her request. The burritos were massive in size, especially considering the low prices, and came out within 15 minutes of us ordering. The portions sizes were so large that I could barely finish. Both of us thought that our meals were absolutely delicious (and definitely better than Chipotle)! Another excellent part about San Lucas is its location. Even though it was right on Federal Street (which is usually metered parking), there are smaller streets intersecting the main road where you can park for free. This area of Camden is pretty bustling with locals, and feels very safe due to the volume of people out and about. I hate to even have to say it, but don’t let negative stereotypes about Camden keep you from eating here! San Lucas is a gem not only amongst restaurants in the city, but stands out as one of the best Mexican restaurants that I’ve eaten at in the Philadelphia-South Jersey region. Make sure you check it out! -Miranda Stafford
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Kaya R
I love mexican food! This place was a favorite. Now, the service is really bad. You have to wait a long time for food. The food quality is also going down. Ordered a burrito on 3 different ocasions and it hardly had any meat. It was a flat burrito & we sure didnt see that on the menu. We also order their pozole on more than one ocasion and it was more water than anything else. They also over charge you and make up prices.The menu says one thing, but the bill was higher. We were faithful clients to this place and gave them many opportunities, but after so many messups, we will never go back. Found a different place in camden. It is small, but the waitress is so nice and the cook is really good. This is now our new place. My husband goes there at least a few times a week. My advice to the owner is to train the weitress. Clients shouldnt wait more than 20 mins for their food.
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DJ RODD610
The service here is terrible! The waitress never brought me my cup of water even though it wasnt at all busy. It took them 45 minutes to make a piña loca. It wasn´t even busy. El servicio fue terrible. La mesera nunca me llevó mi vaso de agua y se tardaron más de media hora para traer mi piña loca y solo había 3 mesas en el restaurante.
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Carlos Garcia
Frustrated because the food is good but the service is horrible. My wife & I ate there many times & waited almost 40 minutes one time. It wasnt even packed & there were plenty of workers in the back. Another 2 xs I ordered a burrito & it was mostly lettuce & rice. I know what you may be thinking; why does he continue going if this happens? But we simply wanted to give more chances. Oh yeah and a side of rice (half of measuring cup) was 4$. if its that hard to make money just ask & Ill give a bigger tip. Again, I dont like complaining but this place really did it.
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Aveain Romero Lopez
Mal servicio y responden mal a uno cuando uno tiene la razón y tardan mucho el servicio aunque la comida está buena solo hay que mejorar todo lo dicho
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Marcos Urbina
?ya tienen licencia para vender licor?...Porque antes heran byob ahora las venden.......by the way la comida buenisima....
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Robert Taylor Jr
Very authentic and delicious. The waitress doesnt speak much english, but works to make sure your order is correct. Located on a main street. The chili relleno was awesome. This place is a hidden gem. Highly recommended for any Mexican food lover!
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Jael Luckenbaugh
San lucas is my favorite restaurant in the South Jersey area. Authentic Pozole, amazing tacos al pastor. Everything is made to order. I love the horchata and the pina colada. They have delicious tamales for only $1 on Saturdays and Sundays.
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Alma Terrazas Willis
This is now my favorite place when ever I want to have some REAL Mexican food.... Truly great food - authentic - and the people there are so friendly. Not one to write reviews but this place deserves spreading the word ;)
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A Private User
A gem in East Camden. Food is good, atmosphere is great. My friends and I walked in and the jukebox was playing Mexican music. It was great. The food is pretty cheap too, so youll get your moneys worth for sure.
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Jazmin Andeliz
Very authentic Mexican food. The food is so flavorful and portions are very generous. If you are not discouraged with the surroundings of restaurant.. Then definitely give them a try ..you will not be disappointed!
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SonGoku 456
Has great service and has a lot of decorations that are from mexico it also has a painting that shows what people do in Mexico. They have the best tacos and an outside place where you can eat them. They deliver to
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Susana Medina
It has great service and the waitresses are really friendly. The food it to die for. It really delicious, mainly the deserts. I wouldnt want to eat anywhere else in Camden unless if it where San Lucas Resturant.
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Siani Rojas
Terrible service and sub par food. We waited at least 30 minutes between ordering and receiving anything. The meat was flavorless and not worth the wait. The service was terrible. Would NOT recommend.
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A Private User
Pues toda la comida esta muy buena pero mas las meseras ay como estrano a lucero
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tanner 10432gv
Such a greater please to eat but all was greate but you will just have to wait.Service was good I will recommend to eat there!!!Muy Buena parte para commer El servisio es bueno la comida diliciosa!!
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Mary Morales
San Lucas is an amazing restaurant. I love the fruit waters. The molcajete is to die for. On the weekends they have specials. My favorite are the Al Pastor Tacos. The servers speak Spanglish
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Luis Vega
Truly authentic mexican food. Never disappointed in the quality of the food. If you want delicious authentic mexican food you have to try this place for yourself. You will love it!!!!
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JAIRO Martinez
Great place to eat in or take out, whole menu top to bottom is full of delicious items. Highly recommended if you are looking for authentic Mexican food.
