MOGO Korean Fusion Tacos (Cookman)

Lunch should be Korean fusion tacos at MOGO on the boardwalk; for happy hour, go to the Asbury Hotel’s rooftop bar, Salvation, where you can sip cocktails while watching the sun set over town. For dinner, plan to put your name in at the always-packed Talula’s, then grab a drink around the corner at Asbury Park Distilling Co. while you wait for a table. If Talula’s Neapolitan-style pizzas don’t do you in, swing by the Stone Pony or Wonder Bar for some live music on your way back to the hotel.

A boardwalk sensation, there’s nothing like a Korean fusion taco at the end of a long beach day in Asbury Park. Serving up a creative concoction of traditional flour tacos with one-of-a-kind ingredients, such as tangy daikon radish, soy-sesame slaw, and kimchi fried rice (plus, your choice of tofu or meat), MOGO is well-known for its long lines of hungry beachgoers but even more famous for its signature sticker plastered all over town.

One of our personal favorites is MOGO Korean Fusion tacos, which you can find on the boardwalk between Asbury Avenue and 1st Avenue. The small stand’s menu is simple: Customers pick from six different taco types (beef bulgogi and shrimp are musts), with prices ranging from $4-5 per taco. Park yourself at a bench to snack, then hit the shops.

Locals also swear by Talula’s for chewy Neopolitan-style pizzas and a solid wine collection; Reyla for modern Mediterranean and special cocktails; Mogo for lunchtime Korean-fusion tacos; and Nettie’s House of Spaghetti, a throwback Italian spot in Tinton Falls with an Art Deco vibe and sumptuous pasta dishes. Finally, for a special night out or in, consider Heirloom Kitchen in nearby Old Bridge: The James Beard-nominated chef, David Viana, offers a standout four-course prix-fixe seasonal menu; even his family-style takeout is gorgeously plated. Word to the wise: Asbury stays busy well into winter months … which means you’ll want to consider reservations at many spots.

MOGO has you covered if you’re craving light Korean-style tacos while getting your tan on (be sure to lather up with your cruelty-free sunscreen!). While its stand on Asbury Park’s boardwalk offers only tacos, the brick-and-mortar shop—located a few minutes up Cookman Avenue—also offers salads, burritos, and bowls, as well as “dinner & a movie night” on Wednesdays. Order the dubu—spicy-soy glazed fried tofu with soy-sesame slaw—however you want it served, with a side of vegetable fried rice.

If looking for a more casual BYO experience, there is MOGO, a staple to Asbury Park’s downtown dining experience. This local eatery introduces Korean flavors into tacos that locals can feast on as a late-night treat (it is open until 3AM on Fridays and Saturdays). MOGO is the Korean translation of EAT, which is all customers will want to do, no matter the time of day, when they see the assortment of fish, meat, tofu, and salad options served on fresh flour tortillas.

If you’re looking to try something new, you’ll want to check out MOGO Korean Fusion Tacos in Asbury Park, NJ. Named after the Korean translation for “eat,” this fusion restaurant blends tacos, a dish typical to Mexico, with traditional Korean flavors. Their homemade Korean marinades and dressings pair excellently with their fresh flour tortillas. MOGO’s tacos come with your choice of high-quality meats, fish, or tofu paired with various salad combinations.

Other standout boardwalk eats include Ralph’s Italian Ice, which serves ice cream, traditional Italian water ice and a smoother, dairy-based crème ice, in a dizzying array of flavors; Mogo Korean Fusion Tacos, served out of a refurbished shipping container; and the decadently-topped beef franks at Tower Dogs. Get lubricated at the laid-back Asbury Park Yacht Club or the adjoining Langosta Lounge, which specializes in stiff frozen cocktails.

The flavors of Mexico and Korea unite at this Asbury Park restaurant: think soy-ginger marinated chicken with ponzu-sesame slaw; sweet-and-sour shrimp with panko-topped cucumber salad; marinated rib-eye with Asian pico de gallo and chopped romaine; and spicy, marinated pork belly with citrus-mayo slaw. 632 Cookman Ave.; 732-361-3684 or www.eatmogo.com. More: Shore Cake Supply in Ocean Township plans charity bake sale

Far from the standard Jersey Shore fare of funnel cakes and fried Oreos, this boardwalk lets you taste sushi by the sea at Langosta Lounge, grab a bulgogi burrito at MOGO Korean Fusion Tacos, or choose the chorizo and beef sliders at Cubacan. Of course, there also are great spots for burgers and cheesesteaks and sausage to satisfy those who want to stick with the delicious tradition.

**MOGO takes two crowd-pleasers—tacos and Korean barbecue—and blends them into something magic. Both the boardwalk stand and the spot on Cookman Avenue draw hungry crowds for loaded tacos stuffed with bulgogi beef, spicy pork, and crunchy fresh toppings. The kimchi is house-made, bright, and tangy, just right for cutting through rich sauces.

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If you have a craving for tacos (who doesn’t after frolicking in the sun all day?!), Mogo is your place. Get the tofu taco, the baki cheesesteak, or the pork bowl with kimchi, and you won’t be disappointed. There are two locations — a stand on the Asbury Park boardwalk and a restaurant on Cookman Avenue.

For boardwalk fare, your choices include Maruca’s Asbury Park, a spinoff of the popular Maruca’s Tomato Pies on the Seaside Heights boardwalk; MOGO Korean Fusion Tacos; the Iron Whale, which has a diverse menu of appetizers, salads, raw bar, and entrees; the Mayfair Boardwalk Grill; and more.

Try the tofu taco, the baki cheesesteak, or the pork bowl with kimchi. You won’t regret it, though your arteries might, though that’s a problem for future you!. They’ve got two locations: a stand on the boardwalk and a restaurant on Cookman Avenue.

MOGO Korean Fusion Taco: With two locations (on the boardwalk and on Cookman), MOGO is the place to go when you’re craving a spicy pork taco with crisp slaw. 850 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park 732-894-9188 www.eatmogo.com/

At MOGO, vegans can choose from a taco, burrito, or bowl with tofu and a side of vegetable fried rice. It’s perfect for a casual bite to eat on the boardwalk or a tasty meal before chilling on the beach.

A team favorite for lunch and late-night snacks, MOGO is a must-try for taco lovers. From Korean BBQ marinated pork to soy-glazed fried tofu, don’t miss these Korean fusion creations.

Head to either Pop’s Garage (1000 Ocean Avenue) for a California-surfer style and sustainable Mexican or Mogo Korean Fusion Tacos (632 Cookman Avenue) for a twist on the traditional.

MOGO Korean Fusion Tacos – 632 Cookman Avenue – Offers fusion tacos, burritos & bowls, in a contemporary space – a healthier yet savory alternative to typical fares.

MOGO Korean Fusion Tacos is right in Asbury Park at 632 Cookman Ave. Their business hours are from 11 a.m.