Mi Lupita’s Kitchen is a welcoming Mexican restaurant in Red Bank, NJ, known for bringing people together over flavorful food, friendly service, and a relaxed dining experience that feels both casual and memorable.
With a strong customer rating of 4.80 out of 5 from 469 reviews, the restaurant has earned a trusted reputation for quality and consistency. Guests come here for lunch, dinner, or even a solo meal, knowing they can expect fast service, a warm atmosphere, and dishes that highlight local specialties alongside comforting Mexican favorites.
Whether you are stopping in for a quick bite, settling in for table service, or planning a special evening, Mi Lupita’s Kitchen offers the kind of experience that makes every visit feel easy and satisfying.
The menu is designed to fit a wide range of tastes and occasions, offering everything from comfort food and small plates to healthy options, coffee, dessert, and alcohol for those looking to unwind.
The restaurant also provides catering, counter service, dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and outdoor seating, making it a versatile choice for both everyday meals and larger gatherings. Live music adds to the atmosphere, creating a lively setting that gives diners more than just a meal—it creates an experience.
With a bar on site, restroom access, and seating designed for comfort, Mi Lupita’s Kitchen blends convenience with quality in a way that keeps customers returning.
Accessibility is thoughtfully built into the space, with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet facilities to help make every guest feel welcome and accommodated. The restaurant is casual, cozy, and trendy, making it an inviting spot for friends, families, and individuals alike.
Reservations are accepted, and payment is simple and flexible with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
Located at 193 Shrewsbury Ave in Red Bank, Mi Lupita’s Kitchen is more than just a place to eat—it is a dependable destination for great food, genuine hospitality, and the comforting flavors that make Mexican dining such a valued part of everyday life.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Mi Lupita's Kitchen
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Refried bean salsa, choice of verde, roja or pineapple salsa,
Fresh home made guac served with chips
Melted jack and Oaxacan cheese topped with Mexican chorizo over toasted nixtamal home made corn tortillas
Bed of Mexican-spiced fries piled with carne asada, guac, salsa, pico de gallo, sour cream and Mexican cheese
Corn on the cob smothered with mayo and sprinkled with Mexican cheese, spicy powder and fresh chopped cilantro
Topped with layer of beef (or choice of meat) refried beans and queso, finished with sour cream sauce, pico de gallo, pickled jalapeños and guacamole
Fried corn tortilla pieces, submerged into a broth of tomato, served with pieces of pasilla chiles, chicken, avacado, fresh Mexican cheese
Mexican Chorizo with melted Oaxacan and Jack cheese, topped with cilantro served on a hot volcanic stone molcajete served with chips and flour tortillas.
Deep fried rolled-up tortilla filled with chicken or cheese, topped with sour cream, Mexican cheese, avocado and lettuce.
8 tacos, 2 burritos, 2 quesadillas, 5 chicken flautas and load Mexican Street fries. YOU CAN DO IT!
3 birria tacos served with birria both
3 birria tacos with melted jack cheese served with birria broth
3 double decker corn tortillas filled with birria and melted jack cheese. Served with birria broth
Choice of beef or Mexican chorizo
Choice of Chicken, marinated pork
Grilled shrimp topped with lettuce, pineapple and mango pico de gallo.
Grilled shrimp and grilled steak
Mix of beef and Mexican chorizo
Mix of grilled mushrooms, onions, squash and bells peppers
Beef tacos mixed with cooked onions chipotle sauce and hack cheese, served rolled in flour tortillas.
Choice of grilled steak or Mexican chorizo or Mixed
Choice of Chicken or marinated pork
Shrimp
Filled with grilled mushrooms, onions, cilantro, mix cheese, guacamole, served with salad or rice and beans
Filled with choice of beef, or Mexican chorizo or Mixed . Wet burrito green or red sauce +$1.00
Choice of Chicken, or marinated pork. Wet burrito green or red sauce +$1.00
Filled with grilled mushrooms, onions, squash and bell peppers topped with onions and cilantro
Beef birria
Shrimp
Chicken or cheese enchilada topped with mild red or green chile sauce and sour cream, fresh Mexican cheese and onions, and avocado served with rice . Add melted jack cheese +$2.00
Chicken or cheese enchilada topped with mild green, red chile sauce and refried been sauce, topped with sour cream, fresh Mexican cheese and onions, and avocado served with rice
Chicken or cheese enchilada topped with mole sauce and sour cream, fresh Mexican cheese and onions, and avocado served with rice . Add melted jack cheese +$2.00
Choice of grilled steak or grilled chicken breast, served cactus, scallions, corn, fried jalapeno, and avocado. served with rice and Beans
Shrimp braised in a fresh, zesty and spicy tomato sauce . Served with rice, beans and Nixtamal home made corn tortillas
Thin-sliced beef braised in a fresh, zesty and spicy tomato sauce. Served with rice, beans and Nixtamal home made corn tortillas
Chicken breast braised in a fresh, zesty and spicy tomato sauce. Served with rice, beans and Nixtamal home made corn tortillas
Grilled steak, grilled chicken breast, grilled shrimp and grilled chorizo served french fries, fried onions and cactus, scallions, grilled corn, radish, fried jalapeño, rice and beans. Served with nixtamal corn tortillas.
Grilled steak
Choice of Chicken, Mexican Chorizo or Eggs
Two different chilaquiles that decided to call it quits on their union and go their own way. One spicy in all her red glory, and the other mellow in his bath of green chile. Two separate dishes plated together but very much standing on their own. I believe making the divorced dish may be easier than making them whole. Served with grilled steak, 2 fried eggs, rice and avacado.
Grilled steak
Choice, of Chicken, Mexican Chorizo, or spicy marinated Pork
Choice of Chicken, Mexican Chorizo, Spicy Marinated Pork or Chicken Milanese
A big, meaty beast of a sandwich, Chicken or Beef Milanese, ham, chorizo and eggs.
Beef Milanese
Served with French Fries
Served with French Fries, Add meat +$2.00
Served with French Fries
Rice or Beans Small
Rice or Beans Large
French Fries Small
French Fries Large
Fried Cheese Jalapeno with fried cactus and onions
Nixtamal Corn Tortilla
Masa dough tortilla filled with refried beans, with choice of red or green sauce, topped with Mexican cheese Pollo +$3.00, Huevo + $3.00, Carne Azada + $5.00.
Corn cakes topped with green or red salsa, fresh onion, Mexican cheese Pollo +$3.00, Huevo + $3.00, Carne Azada + $5.00.
Corn cakes topped refried beans, lettuce, Mexican cheese and sour cream Pollo +$3.00, Huevo + $3.00, Carne Azada + $5.00.
Eleccion de Pollo con mole Amarillo, Champiñones, Chicharron en salsa verde o Pansita a la Mexicana +$1.50 Fried Empanadas topped with refried beans lettuce, cheese and sour cream choice of Yellow chicken mole, Mushrooms, Fried pork skin with green sauce, Mexican tripe braised in a fresh and zesty tomato sauce +$1.50
Chicken fried tacos
made with cow's stomach (tripe), cow feet in broth with a red chili pepper base, served with nixtamal corn tortillas
Mexican beef soup, served with nixtamal corn tortillas
Horchata, Jamaica, Sandia, Mango, Pepino con limon, Chia con limon, Tamarindo Rice drink, Hibiscus, watermelon, Mango, Cucumber with lime, Chia seeds with lime, Tamarind
Horchata, Sandia, Mango, Pepino con Limon, Chia con limon, tamarindo, jamaica Aguas frescas with chamony, tamarind candies, tajin - among other ingredients.
Hear from our valued guests
Second year in a row we ordered catering (taco bar) for a birthday party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the food. It was all very fresh and delicious, and packaged very easily. Everything stayed hot and was easy to setup. Thank you again!!
We could not have had a more delightful time here. Hospitality abounds from the minute you enter. It's a rather small restaurant but they also have an outdoor seating area which includes live bands. The food is delightful, or should I say, DELICIOSO! We feasted on Birria Burritos, Camarones A La Mexicana, and Tacos de Chorizo. For dessert we ordered Churros with Ice Cream, but the highlight was the flan that our friend got for her birthday, while staff turned off the lights, brought in the sombreros, and sang her a cheerful birthday song! I can not emphasize how often their customer service is! BTW, they have the GLASS Coca-Cola bottles from Mexico for the total experience.
Truly a great find! Staff was very friendly, and seating was cozy. This is a casual spot that serves tasty grub. We called with one hour to closing time and they still welcomed us. Fresh ingredients, generous portions and just the right amount of flavor. My kid ate 2 of my 3 Birria tacos because he loved them so much. But his steak and shrimp tacos were equally as delicious! My kid couldn’t eat the desserts due to food allergies but the kind lady was thoughtful and brought him a jello as a treat. ❤️ Will be back again for sure!
One of my favorite local places. The best service, best food, great experience every time!!
A group of us went there the Monday after July 4th at 1 pm and the place was mostly empty when we arrived. We left at 4 pm and we were the only customers. I loved the Mexican street fries, the various toppings were refreshing and for myself I had the chicken quesadila with black beans and rice. It was very good. There is paid street parking ($4.50 for three hours), but since there are homes nearby look for the free parking first.
We had my husband's surprise 40th over the weekend at Mi Lupita's Kitchen and I could not recommend it enough! The service, ambiance, and food were all fantastic. Chris was a dream to work with and is so sweet, so thoughtful and so kind. He thought of every detail! Our guests had so much fun and the way they have the backyard decorated is simply awesome! 10/10 would recommend!!!
The best and most authentic Mexican food I’ve had in the States. The nixtamal tortillas are incredible, the al pastor is tender, and the horchata I had was just right. My husband’s carne asada was amazing too. If you want the delicious real deal, come here!
Went here on a Tuesday night as a group of 6. Immediately could tell the food was gonna be amazing. The service was fast and hospitable. We ordered a variety of foods including the green enchiladas, burritos, alambre, and parrilladas. Everything came out quickly and the presentation was exemplary. Truly a gem! Place is ran very well.. Clean, organized, and gives you that “at home” feeling. Can’t wait to head back and try more stuff on the menu!
The quesabarria tacos are the best we have ever had. Also get the flan and churros omg delicious! This is my favorite go to restaurant. The waitress is so sweet. I can’t wait to go back.
The best authentic Mexican food I ever had! What makes it better than many places, is that they don’t overly salt their food. Allowing the different spices, herbs, and peppers to add great flavor. Great portions and very filling. However, the drinks, I wasn’t a huge fan of the margaritas, had a little bit too much of syrup. I would look to try their Horchatas but unfortunately, they were all out. Therefore, I enjoyed this place a lot and whenever I’m in the area, I’ll definitely return!
Common questions about Mi Lupita's Kitchen
Mi Lupita's Kitchen is located at 193 Shrewsbury Ave, Red Bank, NJ 07701, United States, Red Bank, NJ, United States.
You can reach Mi Lupita's Kitchen by calling +1 732-867-0019.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 469 customer reviews.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following highlights: Fast service, Live music, Serves local specialty.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following offerings: Alcohol, Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Quick bite, Small plates.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following crowd: Groups.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid street parking, Plenty of parking.
Mi Lupita's Kitchen features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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