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A Taco Affair
- 81 Main St, Little Falls Township, NJ 07424

Taco restaurant, American restaurant ★4.0 (81)·$10–20

81 Main St, Little Falls Township, NJ 07424, USA

4.0
Super clean, super friendly and super tasty. Great price for the quality and portion size. Snagged a parking spot right out front and the bathroom was clean which is always a bonus. We each tried different tacos and got the corn and wings, everything was fresh and delish. A friend recommended this place and we gave it a shot, glad we did. 10/10 recommend. - Samantha Dellolio
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$10–20 per person Reported by 81 people$1–10$10–20$20–30

A Taco Affair Introduce

For residents and visitors in the Northern New Jersey area looking for a vibrant, modern take on classic cuisine, **A Taco Affair** on Main Street in Little Falls is a destination worth exploring. This establishment is not your typical neighborhood Mexican restaurant; it is a creative hub that expertly blends the best of a **Taco restaurant** with an **American restaurant** sensibility, all while keeping a strong focus on fresh, quality ingredients, placing it firmly in the categories of **Health food store** and **Organic food store** as well.

Located at **81 Main St, Little Falls Township, NJ 07424**, A Taco Affair has carved out a distinct identity by moving beyond traditional fare. Their menu is built around unique, high-quality tacos that incorporate global flavors and unexpected twists, appealing to a sophisticated, local New Jersey palate that appreciates culinary innovation. The atmosphere is designed to be welcoming and casual, making it an excellent spot for families, friends, or anyone looking for a quick and flavorful bite.

The restaurant's philosophy seems centered on delivering creative **Small plates** and familiar **Comfort food** with a healthy, modern edge. Whether you are craving the indulgence of **Buttermilk Fried Chicken** or the fresh, distinct taste of a **Sesame Tuna** taco, this Little Falls spot promises a dining experience that aims to be memorable and different from the standard options available in the region.

Location and Accessibility for the Little Falls Community

A Taco Affair is conveniently situated in the heart of the Little Falls community at **81 Main St**, placing it easily within reach for local residents and those commuting through the area. Main Street provides a charming backdrop for a casual dining experience, and accessibility has clearly been prioritized to ensure that all members of the New Jersey community can visit comfortably.

For those driving, parking is made easy with both a **Free parking lot** and readily available **Free street parking** options, eliminating one of the common hassles of dining in a busy township center. This attention to detail makes grabbing takeout or settling in for dinner stress-free.

The establishment also excels in physical accessibility, proudly offering a fully inclusive environment. Visitors requiring assistance will find that the restaurant features a **Wheelchair accessible entrance**, a **Wheelchair accessible restroom**, and **Wheelchair accessible seating**. Furthermore, in line with modern community values, the restaurant provides a **Gender-neutral restroom**, contributing to its reputation as an inclusive and welcoming space for everyone in North Jersey. This commitment to comfort and ease of access truly enhances the dining experience for all patrons.

Comprehensive Services Offered

To accommodate the busy schedules of New Jersey diners, A Taco Affair provides multiple service options, ensuring that whether you want to linger or grab-and-go, your needs are met efficiently.

Available services for your convenience include:

  • Dine-in: Enjoy the casual atmosphere with available seating, perfect for lunch or dinner.
  • Outdoor seating: When the weather is pleasant, enjoy your creative tacos al fresco.
  • Takeout: Quick and easy service to enjoy their delicious offerings at home or on the go.
  • Delivery: Have your order brought directly to your location, adding an element of ease to your busy day.
  • Counter service: Efficient ordering process for those who are pressed for time.
  • Catering: The restaurant offers full-scale catering services, including platter options for tacos, sides, and desserts, making it an excellent choice for local parties or events.

The dining flexibility extends across the day, with dedicated options for **Lunch** and **Dinner**, complemented by offerings for **Dessert**. The full range of services, including the availability of **High chairs** and a dedicated **Kids' menu**, makes A Taco Affair a reliable and convenient option for family meals.

Features and Menu Highlights

What truly sets A Taco Affair apart in the crowded New Jersey dining scene is its audacious and inventive menu, coupled with a uniquely inclusive atmosphere. The focus here is on creative fusion, demonstrated through the sheer variety of taco fillings that transcend typical boundaries.

The key features and highlights that draw in local food enthusiasts include:

  • Globally Inspired Taco Menu: Experience tacos with unique, international flair such as the **Korean BBQ**, **Jerk Caribbean Chicken**, **Sesame Tuna**, **Tofu Bahn Mi**, and the **Smoked Brisket** taco.
  • Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-Free Focus: The menu explicitly includes accommodating options like the **Quinoa & Bean Fritter** (VG, GF) and the **Curried Cauliflower** (VG, GF), ensuring excellent choices for health-conscious diners and those with dietary restrictions.
  • Unique Sides and Shareables: Go beyond rice and beans with signature sides like the highly-praised **Truffled Yuca Fries** and the decadent, customizable appetizer known as **Tatchos** (a tater tot nacho creation).
  • Inclusive and Welcoming Environment: The establishment is explicitly noted as being **Family-friendly**, **LGBTQ+ friendly**, and a **Transgender safespace**, creating an atmosphere where all New Jersey patrons can feel comfortable and respected.
  • Beverage Options: The restaurant complements its creative menu with offerings that include **Wine**, providing a more complete dining experience.
  • Dessert Specialties: Don't skip the sweets, which include fresh **Churros** and a unique **Pina Colada Rice Pudding**.
Contact Information

For quick orders, reservations, or catering inquiries, here is the direct contact information for the Little Falls location:

Address: 81 Main St, Little Falls Township, NJ 07424, USA

Phone: (973) 812-8226

Mobile Phone (Direct): +1 973-812-8226

What is Worth Choosing: Flavor, Innovation, and Community Focus

For New Jersey locals seeking a dining spot that offers more than the standard fare, A Taco Affair stands out primarily due to its commitment to bold flavor combinations and a deeply inclusive community ethos. The restaurant’s multi-category designation—Taco, American, Health Food, Organic—is evidence that you are choosing a place focused on creativity and ingredient quality.

The primary reason to choose this location is the unique menu. While traditional Mexican spots are abundant, few in the region offer such an eclectic range of specialty tacos. Dishes like the **Crab Fritter** and **Pork Al Pastor** provide variety, while the full complement of vegetarian and vegan items ensures that everyone at the table can find an exciting option. The availability of **Small plates** and signature sides encourages a fun, communal dining experience, perfect for sharing and sampling multiple flavors.

Customer feedback highlights a few key strengths that resonate with the local community. Patrons frequently praise the establishment for being **Super clean** and having **Super friendly** service, alongside acknowledging the **Great price for the quality and portion size**. The fact that the restaurant has received awards and decorations (as noted in customer comments) points to its recognition within the competitive New Jersey culinary scene, suggesting a consistent effort toward high standards.

It is important for diners to note that, as with any innovative food concept, customer experience with specific items can vary, and it is a unique fusion spot, not a traditional taqueria. For example, some may find the modern twists less aligned with their expectations of a specific traditional dish. However, the overarching value proposition is the establishment's dedication to an interesting and inventive menu. If you are a foodie or a home cook looking to be surprised and challenged by flavor—as one reviewer noted—this is the place.

Ultimately, A Taco Affair is worth choosing for its full package: excellent **Accessibility** (wheelchair access, free parking), exceptional **Inclusivity** (LGBTQ+ friendly, family-friendly), and an adventurous **Menu** that makes it a true culinary 'affair' right here in Little Falls. It’s a versatile spot, perfect for a casual lunch, a lively dinner, or providing unique **Catering** for your next local event.

A Taco Affair Menu

  • Tacos

  • Buttermilk Fried Chicken $5.75

    Crispy fried chicken, slab bacon, green tomato, jalapeño ranch aioli

  • Pork Al Pastor $5.75

    Marinated pork, pico de gallo, queso fresco, green cabbage, pineapple habanero aioli | Gluten-Free

  • Steakhouse $5.75

    Horseradish-marinated steak, BBQ caramelized onions, roasted potatoes, truffle aioli, crumbled blue cheese | Gluten-Free

  • Korean BBQ $5.75

    Marinated pork, spicy kimchi, sesame ginger aioli

  • Traditional $5.75

    Ground beef, cheddar cheese, red tomato, lettuce | Gluten-Free

  • Smoked Brisket $5.75

    House-smoked brisket, coleslaw, crispy red onions, BBQ sauce | can be Gluten-Free without cripsy onions

  • Jerk Caribbean Chicken $5.75

    Jerk chicken, pineapple salsa, green cabbage, creamy cilantro aioli | Gluten-Free

  • Crab Fritter $5.75

    Crab cake, corn & black bean salsa, chipotle aioli

  • Shrimp Po’ Boy $5.75

    Cajun popcorn shrimp, red tomato, green cabbage, and old bay mustard aioli

  • Sesame Tuna $5.75

    Rare ahi tuna, pickled mango, napa cabbage & scallion tossed in a cilantro aioli, smoked hoisin | can be Gluten-Free without the hoisin

  • Tofu Bahn Mi $5.75

    Soy-marinated tofu, pickled carrots, cucumber, cilantro, and Sriracha aioli | Gluten-Free, Vegan

  • Quinoa & Bean Fritter $5.75

    Crispy quinoa and chickpea fritter, avocado salad, radish | Gluten-Free, Vegan

  • Curried Cauliflower

    Roasted Curried Cauliflower, spicy tomato aioli, chickpea + raisin + jalapeno salad, pickled mango dressing

  • Sides

  • Truffled Yuca Fries $5.25

    Steak-cut yuca fries, truffle oil, parmesan, chili garlic aioli on the side

  • Mexican Street Corn $5.25

    Charred sweet corn, cilantro lime aioli, cheese blend | Gluten-Free

  • Carolina Green Rice $3.50

    Carolina rice, cilantro, charred poblano pepper | Gluten-Free

  • Beef Brisket Pinto Beans $4.25

    BBQ-smoked brisket, pinto beans | Gluten-Free

  • Shareables

  • Yuca Stack $16.00

    Crispy steak cut yuca, smoked beef brisket, cheddar cheese sauce, BBQ, cilantro | Gluten-Free

  • Tatchos $18.00

    Crispy tater tots, seasoned ground beef, cheddar cheese sauce, pico de gallo, chipotle aioli, guacamole | Gluten-Free

  • Dessert

  • Churros $5.25

    Homemade cinnamon & sugar churros with choice of dipping sauce: salted caramel sauce, chili pepper chocolate, rum chata cream cheese

  • Pina Colada Rice Pudding $6.00

    Coconut rice, charred pineapple, mango, mint, cinnamon, spiced rum

  • Tacos

  • Tacos $80.00

    Up to 4 different tacos | MEAT + POULTRY: Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Jerk Caribbean Chicken (GF), Smoked Brisket, Traditional (GF), Steakhouse (GF), Korean BBQ, Pork Al Pastor (GF) • FISH + SEAFOOD: Crab Fritter, Shrimp Po’ Boy, Sesame Tuna • VEGETARIAN/ VEGAN: Tofu Bahn Mi (GF), Quinoa & Bean Fritter (GF), Curried Cauliflower (GF)

  • Buttermilk Fried Chicken

    Crispy fried chicken, slab bacon, green tomato, jalapeno ranch aioli

  • Jerk Caribbean Chicken

    Jerk chicken, pineapple salsa, green cabbage, creamy cilantro aioli

  • Smoked Brisket* (GF)

    House smoked brisket, BBQ sauce, coleslaw, crispy red onions (remove onions for GF)

  • Traditional

    Ground beef, cheddar, red tomato, lettuce

  • Steakhouse

    Horseradish marinated steak, caramelized onions, potato, truffle aioli, crumbled bleu cheese

  • Korean BBQ

    Marinated pork, spicy kimchi, sesame ginger aioli

  • Pork Al Pastor* (GF)

    Marinated pork, pico de gallo, queso fresco, green cabbage, pineapple habanero aioli

  • Crab Fritter

    Crab cake fritters, corn & black bean salsa, chipotle aioli

  • Shrimp Po’ Boy

    Cajun popcorn shrimp, red tomato, green cabbage, old bay mustard aioli

  • Sesame Tuna

    Rare ahi tuna, pickled mango, napa cabbage & scallion tossed in a cilantro aioli, smoked hoisin (remove hoisin for GF)

  • Tofu Bahn Mi* (GF)

    Soy marinated tofu, pickled carrots, cucumber, sriracha aioli

  • Quinoa & Bean Fritter* (GF, VG)

    Quinoa and chickpea fritter, avocado salad, radish

  • Curried Cauliflower* (GF, VG)

    Charred curried cauliflower, spicy tomato aioli, chickpea salad with jalapeños, raisin, cilantro, pickled mango dressing

  • Sides & Shareables

  • Carolina Green Rice $28.00
  • Beef Brisket Pinto Beans $38.00
  • Truffled Yuca Fries $68.00

    Crispy yuca fries, truffle oil, parmesan cheese

  • Mexican Street Corn $48.00

    charred sweet corn on the cobb, cumin lime aioli, queso fresco, cilantro

  • Tatchos $42.00

    Crispy tater tots, cheddar cheese sauce, seasoned ground beef, chipotle aioli, pico de gallo, guacamole

  • Yuca Stack $40.00

    Crispy yuca fries, , cheddar cheese sauce, pulled BBQ brisket, BBQ sauce, cilantro

  • Guacamole $10.00
  • Guacamole and Chip Platter $48.00

    (subject to change- baked on market price)

  • Dessert

  • Churro Platter $46.00

    Fried Dough, tossed in cinnamon & sugar. Comes with one dipping sauce, choose from: | Salted caramel, chili chocolate, rum chata cream cheese | Extra churro dipping sauce $8

  • Plates/ Utensils/ Napkins

  • Plates $40.00
  • Utensils $40.00
  • Napkins $40.00

A Taco Affair Details

  • Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Offerings

  • Comfort food
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom
  • Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safespace
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Parking

A Taco Affair Photos

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A Taco Affair Location

A Taco Affair

81 Main St, Little Falls Township, NJ 07424, USA

A Taco Affair Reviews

An average rating of ★4.6 from 741 user reviews.

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