About
Welcome to The Red Cadillac, a vibrant culinary oasis nestled in Union, NJ. This Tex-Mex gem captures the essence of Mexican flavors while delivering a unique ambiance that transports you to a lively fiesta. From the moment you step inside, the decor—adorning car parts and hubcaps—sets a playful tone that pays homage to its namesake.
At The Red Cadillac, guests are treated to a diverse menu that showcases mouthwatering dishes and exceptional drink options. The reviews speak for themselves: patrons rave about their tacos, fresh guacamole, and irresistible margaritas. A standout favorite is the strawberry jalapeño tacos, lauded for their unique flavor pairing and expertly prepared ingredients. Dishes like shrimp and chicken fajitas further elevate the dining experience, proving that The Red Cadillac is a must-visit for anyone seeking authentic taste with a twist.
Beyond food, The Red Cadillac excels in creating memorable experiences. With a full-service bar featuring happy hour specials and a selection of unique drinks, you're in for a treat whether you're celebrating or simply unwinding after a long day. The ambiance is lively but not overwhelming, making it suitable for both groups and intimate gatherings.
The commitment to excellent service is evident; staff members make you feel welcomed like family, ensuring your visit is nothing short of fantastic. It’s these personal touches that elevate The Red Cadillac from a simple dining experience to a cherished memory.
So whether you're planning a night out with friends, a casual date, or a festive family gathering, The Red Cadillac promises an unforgettable culinary adventure that deftly marries tradition with creativity. With vegan options available and a great vibe, it’s a place where everyone can find something to enjoy. Don’t forget to stop by between Wednesday and Saturday for an enhanced experience with live music!
Visit them at 2258 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083 or call (908) 349-8411 to reserve your spot. Your taste buds will thank you for it!
“ Great food and margaritas! Awesome tacos and fresh guac. Friendly staff and quick service. Cool ambiance especially at night in the bar area. Often has good musicians some weekends. Highly recommend. ”
“ This wasn't a close place for me to get to. To be honest I didn't really want to go. So here is my reaction WoW flavor !!!! They said it was like a Mexican restaurant and it has me questioning what I've been eating in the past. Outrageous. Service was above expectations for such a hole in the wall out of the way location (well at least for me). I can honestly say the entire party I was with was treated like family. The Cadillac decor would make a Cadillac dealership proud. Car parts and hubcaps everywhere. The full service bar is huge but secluded and out of the way for your dining pleasure. Highly recommended just leave your 2A in your car ”
“ Food and drink was ok. Ambiance was cool for a night out with live music. Would go again for a night out with the girls or an easy low key date night ”
“ Great vibes with thoughtful design to amplify the rock n roll red Cadillac theme. We were seated promptly and given some extra love as first timers. We started with fresh guac and chips. Only recommendation would be table side prep! This served with flour tortillas which was lovely touch and nice departure from the complimentary corn tortillas and salsa which were also fresh and warm! For entrees I went with the shrimp and chicken fajitas. My husband had the fish tacos and my son went off script with the soft shell tacos. Everything was very good except the soft shell crab tacos. We could be biased as we spent a few years in Maryland where it doesn't get any fresher for crabs. Highly recommend a visit. ”
“ Great vibe inside! I got a strawberry marg and my friend got a sangrita. Love the drinks here - they're soooo strong (in a good way ;)). Guac was chunky and super yummy. I also love a good chunky guac with onions and tomato. The chips were delicious! They were different than the chips they first put on the table with salsa and were way better. The baked chips were delicious. For entrees, I went with two other people and we split two order of the tacos and a chicken enchilada. The two people I went with had been to red cadillac and took me just for these strawberry jalapeño tacos because they knew I'd love. They were AMAZING. Such unique flavor with the strawberry and chicken with breaded and cooked so well. Definitely would get again. We all agreed we'd pass on the enchiladas next time, didn't have a ton of flavor. Service was fine. Def will be back for a pitcher of margs! ”
“ You know, it's one thing to be impressive for night. It's another thing to be impressive for a few months. But to be impressive for 13 years? THAT takes greatness. And greatness is exactly what you'll get from Joe Montes and the Red Cadillac crew every time you visit. Speaking of the Red Cadillac Crew... I have been to a LOT of restaurants in my life, some with great service, some with horrible service. But until The Red Cadillac, I didn't know what TRUE service was. ”
“ Went on a busy Friday night and sat at the bar with wifey. They have Dosequis on tap and about a dozen other beers by the bottle. My wife ordered a margarita I had a beer. We ordered shrimp tempura tacos and pork empanadas. Both were delicious! I had an almost too sweet pineapple infused tequila later on. Service at the bar was friendly and efficient. Atmosphere was very nice ”
“ Had an amazing meal at The Red Cadillac! The Margartias were very strong and the food was absolutely delicious! We went on a great week because they had Big Mac Tacos as their special... SO GOOD! I also really loved the shrimp, tempora tacos, they were so tasty! The Chicken Flautas came with a cheese sauce at the bottom that I could NOT get enough of! Jolie and the staff checked in on us frequently to make sure we were ok and to see if we needed refills or anything else! Definitely a great spot in Union that is worth checking out! ”
“ I have driven by this place so many times, and honestly I noticed a cool Cadillac in front but didn't think anything of it. So when I was invited to stop by I definitely had to go in! I was blown away, the decor is so cool complete with steering wheel and hubcaps on the wall , The most beautiful amazing chandeliers you have ever seen and a full bar with neon signs everywhere great for photo ops! The food is even more fantastic, authentic scratch made Mexican dishes that you can tell have been made by the chef with love! I started with the strawberry margarita on the rocks, strong and delicious and also some chicken quesadillas which were hot and cheesy. I then had the garlic shrimp, which I've eaten hundreds of times and this is by far the best I've ever tasted. I had the fish tacos and the strawberry glaze jalapeño chicken tacos, both blew me away. I also had a chance to sample the tequila that they make in house. You can grab a bottle on the liquor store shelf, Cadillac tequila. And if you're in the union area I recommend you stop by! ”