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Tortuga's Cocina

11 1/2 Church St, Lambertville, NJ 08530
(609) 397-7272
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Ranked #6 of 37 restaurants in Lambertville
4.5 of 5 stars 54 Reviews
Price range: 10 AUD - 20 AUD
Cuisines: Mexican
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Business, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Business, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Dessert
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Doylestown, Pennsylvania
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Tucked away at the end of an alley, Tortuga's is considered "off the beaten path" when it comes to dining in Lambertville. My husband and I made our first trip to the restaurant during Shad Fest earlier this month, and it will certainly not be our last. Despite the overflow of the shad fest mob, we still received excellent service... More

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New Jersey
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

We just went here yesterday. It was a beautiful day out, and it was Mother's Day. New Hope and Lambertville were hopping and the restaurant waits were crazy. I had always heard about Tortuga's but never got there, so I suggested it to my husband and kids and we walked into Lambertville for lunch. We waited a few minutes, because... More

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new york
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Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
130 helpful votes 130 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Best chicken enchiladas I've ever had in my life. The Mexican rice and refried beans that came with the meal were awesome too. I had a totally clean plate and that is something I very rarely do. Very nice casual ambiance. We were on a date but it is very kid friendly. I can't wait to return. More

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New Hope
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Already, I have brought 4 friends there, as this food must be experienced to be believed! We always enjoy an incredible experience there. The owner is very kind, and she always makes us feel special, and the waitresses are very accomodating.This restaurant is very sensitive to customers who have restricted diets. I say this from experience, as I am one... More

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New Jersey
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Tortuga's is hands down one of the best finds I have discovered this past year. And is in my top all time favorite Mexican restaurants. Last summer my friend and I bought a restaurant.com for Tortuga's. He had been to the one in Princeton before but we were both blown away by our first visit to Lambertville. Since then, they... More

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New Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Great local Mexican with fantastic food. Many Mexicans serve a mush of rice, beas and meat but this is much more refined with excellent specials and each part of the dish delicious. Fish tacos amazing. Chimichangas excellent. Kids loved it too. Outside space very cute and cosy behind the church. liquor license a bonus. Definitely recommend More

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Yardley, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

My husband and I recently tried Tortuga's Cucina. The food was great although the service was not the greatest (was a little bit slow). We are likely to visit again and hope the service will be better next time. The food was probably the best mexican food I have had on this side of the continental divide. Parking is on... More

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earth
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

I have driven through Lambertville many times. The last time I did was my first time dining at Tortugas. I started with some Guacamole and pico both we amazing, i am glad i had the foresight to save some to accompany my entree.i had ordered the special, chicken sopes, shredded chicken with caramelized onions. it was the best thing i... More

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Yardley, Pennsylvania
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

Sure you can get the usual tacos, burritos, etc. However they have such great authentic mexican dishes that are different from what we on the east coast are used to. Try something new and expand your mexican food exposure. Spice it up! More

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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012

This place was OK. Nothing special, but not terrible either. It seemed a bit dingy and unkempt. Probably would not go back. More

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