Jackson Surf Taco Location Permanently Closed, Ownership Says

JACKSON, NJ - The Surf Taco location in Jackson has permanently closed, its ownership said in a social media post last month.

The fast-casual eatery serving up Mexican fare closed on April 23 after 17 years in business, owner Rob Nagel wrote in a Facebook post announcing the closure.

“We want to thank our customers, staff, & musicians for 17 years of tacos, margaritas, music, and fond memories,” the post reads. “In April ‘06 we opened our doors at Surf Taco Jackson and the community supported us for the next 17 years. We want to thank you for your patronage.”

The owners also thanked its “great staff” for their hospitable service and live musicians “always brought the good vibes & great tunes.” A final open mic jam was scheduled for April 23 to eulogize the beloved location.

Inspired by his time in Santa Monica, Calif., Nagel opened the first Surf Taco site in Point Pleasant Beach in 2001, according to a 2009 New York Times profile on the business.

The post did not list the reason for the closure, but Nagel added that customers can visit nine other locations along the shore: Belmar, Lacey, Long Branch, Red Bank, Manasquan and Point Pleasant Beach and Wall.