Latin cuisine: the best places to taste it in Newark

10 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Splash Fish Market
93/100 (356 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Latin
Spanish
Latin
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Latin
Spanish
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"Good food. Fair prices. Friendly customer service. I always get the small shrimp soup with the plantains and either the shrimp or crab..."
C. Gonzalez
"The best fish and shrimp soup!!! The empanadillas are so..."
Nelida Hernandez
"Some of the best empanadas and seafood soup your ever..."
Lucy McClain
"If you haven't had the fish soup you don't know what you're missing. The shrimp and crab empanadas are delicious too. Everything is good as a matter..."
jerrell battle
"Shrimp soup was sooo good. Tried the shrimp empanadas for the first time had to get 4 more. Definitely my new favorite..."
Chelsea Lewis
"It's easy to overlook this fish market and restaurant with great food and friendly service. Mostly pescado frito and sopa de camarones to go, but..."
Andrew Seidenfeld
La Cocina
La Cocina
84/100 (857 ratings)
Restaurants
Caribbean
South American
Cuban
Colombian
Spanish
Latin
Caribbean
South American
Colombian
Cuban
Latin
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
South American
Latin
Caribbean
Colombian
Cuban
Spanish
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Buffet
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"The food was delicious and authentic. I'm from Ohio and it's very hard to find Latin food other than Mexican and to have found this hidden gem was..."
Sammy Reyes
"I had the roast chicken with yellow rice, veggies and plantains. It was awesome and the service was great. The owner wanted us to try his potatoes..."
Louis-a R Eveillard
"This place has the best Cuban food I've had in a long time. The pork was amazing. The chicken was moist and delicious. Also the service is..."
Mayra Fernandez
"Best customer service ever and the food was to die..."
Krista Evans
"I know very well the owner! It's a family run restaurant! Best place to have a sumptuous, lavishing Latin American..."
Oscar Mazzotti
"Will eat their again for sure , variety of food to choose from buffet style window good set up and everyone was..."
Ismael Mercado
"Awesome food, service and staff is excellent, only downside is the parking :-/, but the restaurant is awesome, food is..."
Netzy IndiaTaina Hernández
"The food is so good. My kids go crazy over the empanadas. (Me too) Their catering is delicious, prompt, plentiful and..."
Anne D'Italia Papianni
"5.0 star rating 8/24/2016 My first time here...can't believe I didn't know this little gem was there. Food delicious... all the staff was super..."
Ruth Hernandez-Alequin
"Eating the pernil , rice and black beans now. Delicious ! worth a..."
Michael Ghee
"Beautiful location and great Cuban food. Manny and his crew are..."
Aixa Betancourt Robinson
"Buena comida y un delicioso café. Mi siguiente asignment en Newark volveré aquí de..."
Cary Bagell
"Delicious food! A great addition to the downtown Newark..."
Erin D Bush
"Just pick something; whatever your choose it'll be..."
Marilu Arent
"Great food!! Im soo glad I visited this..."
Denise Gonzalez-Lapaix
"Delicious food, friendly staff...my favorites were the pastelone and pork! La Cocina is the real..."
Mel Cherry
"We stopped by La Cocina for Monday lunch. It’s a small store in the busy downtown area of Newark, parking is really really hard to get. There 5-6..."
Nehal Ahmed
"Excellent food, great atmosphere, friendly staff, and super affordable. The owner even stopped by afterward to ask how everything went. Be sure to..."
Griffin Fruge
"I go here A LOT! To be honest I go here about once every two weeks... It's always good. While I will say they can get busy; the line moves quickly..."
TheJerseySlice
"This is a great take out spot! They have delicious coffee, and the rice and beans are very tasty. I got arroz con gandules, white rice, beans, fried..."
Karen Drake
"I wanted to write an honest review of this restaurant. So, I work 10 minutes away and wanted to try something different, and I went online and found..."
P V
"I loved this place! I ordered the salmon, which came with 2 sides. I chose yellow rice and broccoli. Very fresh and delicious. The staff are..."
Scott Keller
"I ordered here twice on UberEats.. the food did not disappoint. Whoever grandma taught them to cook did very well.. cause it taste straight out la..."
Ms Nik
Brasilia Grill
Brasilia Grill
83/100 (1194 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
Spanish
Latin
Brazilian
Barbecue
Spanish
Latin
Brazilian
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Beef
Salad
Ribs
Pork
Shrimp
Sit down
Spanish
Barbecue
Brazilian
Latin
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
"It's more like 3.5 stars but I want to keep it to 4 especially for the excellent service they provide. We decided to go for the buffet. The only meat..."
Junaid Ali
"This was my first time in here, i wasn't sure what to order so i ordered for me and my husband a plate with mixed meats, it was a lot of meat! Very..."
Massiel Hiciano
Sabor Unido
Sabor Unido
82/100 (1042 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Brazilian
Latin
South American
South American
Portuguese
Brazilian
Portuguese
Spanish
Latin
Dinner
Lunch
Fish
Salad
Ribs
Sit down
Spanish
Portuguese
Latin
South American
Brazilian
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
BYOB
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Accepts Discover
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Our meal was fantastic! I ordered the grilled octopus and my husband the Portuguese steak! Everything including the service was great. Highly..."
Lisa Lehman Trager
"Great food!! I really recommend for who likes a fresh and delicious food..."
Regis Burigo
"The food is delicious, I love it. It is my first time there, the owner is very kind and quickly found table for me. I definitely..."
Celia Cirillo
"Delicious food. I can't wait to go back! The staff is so..."
Audrey Costa-Chaves
"I don't usually post reviews, but the food here is..."
Sevag Mekhsian
"Loved the food will definitely be back!Had picanha and salad and spinach it was..."
Michelle Wilson
"Tudo ótimo, eu estava doido para comer algo do Brasil, e o tiro foi..."
Mário Eliziário
"Skirt steak was perfect but you must try the banana empanadas. You get 2 sides and next time I want 2 sides of banana empanadas...."
Wayne Unger
"The food is delicious !! We love to go there . My kids enjoy their meals, and have a great time. I definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a..."
Claudia Quinalia
"Really good food, service was quite efficient as..."
Christiano Castro
"the best brazilian food..."
Andre Miguel
"Fomos no Sabor Unido algumas vezes e sempre gostamos muito da comida. Os donos do restaurante são super agradáveis; gente boníssima! Sem dúvida..."
Cristina Coltro
"Comidinha boa para matar saudades de Portugal, e ainda por cima fazem Deliveries!!!! 5..."
Raul Abrantes
"A melhor comida caseira,tempero perfeito,atendimento nota 10!!Super aconchegante!!A melhor tilapia que ja..."
Clarinha Kowalsky
"The food was amazing and there was excellent service. My friends and I got the shrimp in garlic sauce, which came with two sides of your choice, and..."
Hiatuses Bree
"After arriving at Newark Airport around lunchtime, we decided to visit the nearby historic Ironbound District for some Portuguese food. Based on the..."
Keith Harmeyer
"I cannot recommend this place enough. My friend wanted Brazilian. I did a Google search and said, "let's go here I have a good..."
claudia
"This is one of my all time favourite restaurants in the NY/NJ area and anywhere really. Just the best grilled squid with quinoa and not over-cooked..."
Ama L
"My son just kept saying amazing. The octopus was tender, moist and juicy. The sidewalk sitting area is quiet and nicely shaded. But back to the food..."
Daniel Velez
"I live in the neighborhood where this restaurant resides and I finally made it on a Friday night for the 1st time after 4 years. Me and my dinner..."
Kim Walker
"Got the Rabada (oxtail with yuca) with rice and beans for takeout. Called originally to get a top sirloin but the staff member recommended a few..."
Raymond K
Boi Na Brasa
Boi Na Brasa
82/100 (1512 ratings)
Restaurants
Latin
Spanish
South American
Latin
Brazilian
Brazilian
South American
Spanish
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Sit down
Latin
Spanish
South American
Brazilian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Taino's Kitchen
Taino's Kitchen
81/100 (492 ratings)
Restaurants
Latin
Caribbean
Puerto Rican
Spanish
Latin
Caribbean
Puerto Rican
Spanish
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Café
Latin
Caribbean
Puerto Rican
Spanish
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"I always stop by when I’m in town. My favorite place and never disappoints. We were attended as soon as we came in and the hostess, greeted us...."
Jen RIvera
"Best place to get Puerto Rican food. The alcupurias were amazing, they were crispy and soft. The shrimp Mofongo didn't disappoint. I do not need to..."
Mars Parker
"I was born and raised in Puerto Rico, and my dad was proud of our Taino Indio heritage. I found this place on google maps and I am soo very happy I..."
Jose Castro
"Great food, great prices and amazing service! Arelis thank you for an amazing..."
Mr. Sanchez Daily
"Oh wow. I love this place. The food was delicious. The servers were amazing. The music was so good and enjoyable. I filled my belly and my heart...."
Jay Meaniehead
"Always a pleasure when visiting this establishment. Very family oriented place of business, and is a phenomenal example of what a proper restaurant..."
Influence Getem
"The absolute best boricua food I've come across in Jersey so far. An absolute must-have if your looking for that authentic taste of the island but at..."
Armando Tosado
"So dang delicious!! Tastes like home! Big serving too!..."
Nicole Serrano
Tu Pais Restaurant
80/100 (203 ratings)
Restaurants
Caribbean
Spanish
Latin
Caribbean
Spanish
Latin
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
caesar salad
Flan
Naporitan
Tostones
Mofongo de Camarones Al Ajillo
Latin
Spanish
Caribbean
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Casa Nova Grill
Casa Nova Grill
75/100 (1002 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
Spanish
Latin
Brazilian
Barbecue
Spanish
Latin
Brazilian
Dinner
Lunch
Churrasco
Beef
Salad
Sit down
Barbecue
Brazilian
Latin
Spanish
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great spot. Went with our friend from Columbia. She explained the Brazilian BBQ. If your a meat eater, they just keep bring you more until you wave..."
Frank Powers
"the meat was tender and juicy. fresh lemonade, good appetizers. waitress was kind of rushing us to leave towards the end but other than that it was..."
Squinizzle
"Best Valentine's Day dinner ever! Our waiter Jorge and his entire team took outstanding care of us and catered to our dietary restrictions. We will..."
Allen McManamy
"The service was friendly but I can't say the service was super timely specifically with the Rodizio order. Additionally, the salmon was over..."
Bill Schanbacher
"This place was amazing. The foods are amazing and I was full within minutes. My server “Pedro” did an awesome job. I’m a visitor from Florida..."
Wrendly Mesidor
"We missed the all you can eat option since we came in late. But the other items on the menu are well worth a taste. Staff was really..."
Jessica Mitchell
"So, for a long time Brasilia Grill was my favorite rodizio....but now I have a new one. This restaurant is great! Definitely the best rodizio AND..."
Tanesha Sommers
Vivo Spanish Restaurant & Lounge
Vivo Spanish Restaurant & Lounge
72/100 (2706 ratings)
Restaurants
Latin
Seafood
Spanish
European
Latin
Portuguese
European
Portuguese
Bar
Spanish
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Shrimp
Flan Cheesecake or Chocolate Cake
Gambas ajillo
Lobster
Fried calamari
Fresh Fruit
Mussels
Tapas
Tres Leches Cake
Long Island
Chorizo Al Diablo
Paella
Mariscada Con Langosta
Scallops
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Fish
Open Bar
Margarita
Mojito & Martini
Caipirinha
Shrimp in Green Sauce
Mofongo
Grilled NY Sirloin Steak Gorgonzola
Mimosa
Stuffed Chicken & Shrimp
Sex on the beach
Sit down
Latin
European
Spanish
Portuguese
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Best Paella in town!!! Full Of flavor and super fresh! A great variety in their menu from tapas to entrees. This place is family friendly which is..."
Iolanda Vilarinho DeMatos
"Number one restaurant they have good service if you want to enjoyed yourself go to VIVO Spanish Tapas restaurant they have live music too go treat..."
Molina Galery
"The best Spanish cusine of NJ, delicious sangria and great service!..."
Tati Cruz
"..."
Elesvan Rojas
"..."
Nadine White
"Firs time there in March of 2022. I've been dining in the iron bound for decades but normally go to the same 3 restaurants. A friend suggested to try..."
Rich Mota
"I enjoyed everything besides the lamb tapas appetizers. It was tasteless and very chewy. Everything else was very good. The salmon is delicious and..."
Keysh Wilder
"Just came from here and I had to write a review. This place is amazing! Food was great, service was amazing, DJ was excellent. Defintely coming..."
Mayra M
"Very lovely place in ironbound section of newark. They have amazing food and service. You can stay after 11 for the nightclub but can only sit if..."
Sasha vontay
"Good food and service, hookah could use improvement. Cute casual datenight or girls’ night out..."
Shefali Salim
"Had a great time after second visit in a one year time span. Had the stuffed chicken and shrimp and it was outstanding. They did a great job..."
William Beck
"I love VIVOs and this is by far one of the most elegant, high end places I go everytime I just want to relax and be surrounded by amazing people. The..."
Hector G
Santa Fe Mexican Grill
Santa Fe Mexican Grill
71/100 (1612 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Southwestern
Spanish
Latin
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Southwestern
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Fajitas del Rey
Strawberry Margarita
Volcano Steak Burrito
Mezcal Mule
Salad
Tlayudas Oaxaquenas
Tuna Tostadas
Tapas
Birria Benedict
Tacos
Mango Pepper Guacamole
Tofu and Veggie Burrito
House Margarita
Churrasco
Fajitas
Tostones
Nachos
Kids Cheese Quesadilla
Crab Quesadilla
Santa Fe Burger
Chicken Wings
Black Bean Chimichanga
Hurricane Margaritas
Late Night Tacos
Shrimp
SD Chips and Salsa
Beef
Santa Fe Chipotle Wings
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Southwestern
Latin
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Visiting UD and decided on Mexican 🌮. Service was great and the food was filling. Great spot for the college..."
Alicia Kearney
"Good dinner. Our server was great, good food (excellent guacamole), nice atmosphere (can get a little loud) and BONUS they had voodoo ranger on..."
Jeannine huber
"Slow Saturday afternoon during the schools spring break. We were a party with 1 year old twins and a 2 YO. The waitress was great in helping us get..."
Merle Doughten
"Really nice food, pleasant staff but took ages to bring our drinks and had to be reminded to take our food..."
Beth