National Fajita Day: Where To Find The Best In Ocean County

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Who doesn't love fajitas? When that sizzling plate comes out of the kitchen, all eyes in the restaurant are on you.

The Tex-Mex dish is celebrated on Aug. 18, which is National Fajita Day. Why not celebrate at one of Ocean County's many great restaurants and enjoy a margarita or two?

El Familiar

1246 NJ-66, Toms River

This authentic Colombian and Mexican spot also serves up the Tex-Mex classic. Pick chicken or steak, or the combo with beef, chicken and shrimp.

La Jarochita

449 E. Bay Ave., Manahawkin

There's several varieties of fajitas to choose from here, including one with marinated pork and pineapple steak, shredded pork and jalapenos. Or order alambre, a similar Mexican dish that they serve with cheese, cactus and more.

Margaritas

270 Rt. 37 E., Toms River

Enjoy different meats in their massive fajitas, like island jerk chicken or Guadalajara steak. You can also go with the vegetable option or opt for a fajita salad, which is just all those delicious toppings on a bed of lettuce.

Rosalita's Roadside Cantina

1048 Cedar Bridge Ave., Brick

Dedicated to Tex-Mex cuisine, you can find delicious fajitas here. They've got everything from steak and chicken to shrimp and even salmon, or enjoy them in different combinations.

Los Aztecas

500 US-9, Bayville

This tiny spot in a small strip packs huge flavor. Order a classic fajita or try the "a lo mero macho fajitas" which comes with chicken, jalapenos and sausage.