I got the small Bandeja Paisa and it was fantastic. So much food, I even had to bring some home. Compared to others Bandeja Paisa's I've had in the past I'd say this was probably the best deal for one I've gotten. Will be coming here when I come back to Elizabeth. read more

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant - Bandeja Paisa Small - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Pleasant spot for a brunch meal. The menu had a lot of options. I loved how they gave us empanadas as complementary bites upon sitting down. The workers were all pretty friendly as well. I think the food is very comforting but not a culinary must-try. Seems like a staple in the community though and I can appreciate that. read more

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Very tasty breakfast. Cafe con leche, pan de bono, chicharon, and eggs mixed with rice. read more

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant - Colombian breakfast! - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Brisas has some of the best Colombian empanadas I've ever had, crispy and flavorful. My family and I used to come here all the time, especially for breakfast, and it became one of our favorite go-to spots. Their bandeja paisa for lunch is another must, as it is delicious and always satisfying. The food here has that comforting, and the service has consistently been great. Everyone is friendly and welcoming, which makes every visit even better. Overall, Brisas is a gem. I'm looking forward to coming back the next chance I get! read more

Had an amazing time here for my dad's 87th birthday. They accommodated our party of 12. All of the food was great, except for the steak of the bandeja paisa. I know that dish generally does not come with the best cut of steak/meat, but this one really was not great. Dry, no flavor. Next time, I will get the entraña. That said, our entire group of family and friends were thrilled with the experience, service, drinks and food. They also had beautiful live music playing with a singer. It was fantastic. Would return to try the entraña and their bakery. Highly recommend! read more

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant - Entrana con Camarones Entrana a la Parrilla Bandeja Paisa - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Stopped by for some brunch. Great ambiance. Gives Encanto vibes which I love. So much color and life! Bakery is on one side. The other side is the restaurant. A lot of places for photos. Service was great. Food was amazing. Passion fruit margarita was delicious. Espresso Martini was ok, I love how the server gave me some magnolia sweetener to top off the martini. Food came out hot and amazing. Read that there's two locations, this is the original. Def a must when coming to Elizabeth. read more

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Absolutely phenomenal food & service! We were looking for a good restaurant within a 15 minute drive radius from the Newark Airport and found this amazing restaurant. We'll definitely be back!! read more

So yes there is a language barrier but cmon it's 2025 and the menu has pictures. Food was good. It was a very large portion and PE ding your appetite can be easily shared. I only wish there would have been a beer menu to go with it. It's a small restaurant. Looks like to be a lot of locals. I doubt I'll be in Elizabeth anytime soon but I would love to try a couple more things on the menu. read more

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant - Sobrebarriga Asada - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Brisas is a great spot to eat and wonderfully different from other Colombian restaurants in the area. It's great. I would go here for a meal. I appreciate it highly and think it is a wonderful place to eat. Parking is ridiculous, but the food is always good. Service is a bit slow, and sometimes I'm perturbed at how long it takes, but overall the food and place are nice. this isn't fine dining, but great food. Lovely place as well, nice decorations. read more

Best Colombian restaurant in Elizabeth! Service is great and food is delicious. Never disappointed with anything in the menu. This time we had 'higado encebollado' and 'viudo de pescado'. Music Fri-Sun evenings. We had an amazing time with friends. read more

This was my first visit without knowing of the place. The service was amazing as our servers assured we were comfortable and received everything we've wanted. I was very amazed at the fact that they offer lemon juice as an option to add to your water instead of just lemon slices. The pollo encebollado was amazing! Very flavorful with a perfect amount of onions. The fried yuca was so crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The frijoles are with every scoop! So flavorful and amazing to eat just alone. read more

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant - Pollo Encebollado Yuca Frita Frijoles Lemon water - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

I had the mini empanadas at a party and craved them so much HAD to seek them out! First off, parking is crazy so come with patience. Second, there are two different doors/sections but I eventually ended up where I wanted to be. In the middle, it's decorated so colorfully, traditionally, and FUN that it's definitely social media worthy. Third, there MAY be a language barrier but the servers are so incredibly helpful and sweet that you are at ease. Fourth, the menu is extensive. Luckily, I knew what I wanted so I didn't entertain the options and get confused. Prices are reasonable. Place is clean. Presentation is top-notch. Service is stellar. But my fifth and final comment which I consider a Pro-tip: get the green sauce. It's AMAZING! read more

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Stopped by for lunch and wasn't that hungry but I ate half of my meal. I got the shredded chicken and rice and yuca fries as my side. The server didn't speak English that well but she understood us enough and we just pointed at the menu, but that's how you know it's legit! My friend wasn't kiddinng when he said that they're big portions. I easily got 2 meals out of the dish. I was getting full but it tasted so good I kept eating as much as I could. Plentiful of chicken and veggies mixed in with great flavors. Sadly they only gave me 4 pieces of yuca fries which were delicious, fluffy and crisped. Everyone else had big portions too. I'd definitely comeback and try their other dishes and baked goods. Good price for the portions! When you first walk in you will see their bakery then they take you into the dining area. Loved how they decorated with all the cool artwork and decorations. read more

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant - Arroz con Pollo - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

What a treat in a lively and bustling Latin neighborhood! The empanadas are AMAZING and the accompanying salsa is to die for. I only paid $2 for the most beautiful cup of coffee in America! Breakfast was huevos rancheros and was enough to feed two people. Side of potatoes and arepa with cheese ----- yummy!! Service was great - with several friendly staff checking on us throughout the meal. Decor is adorable and bright. It took a while to find parking but I am so glad we persisted and visited this gem. read more

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No me gusta hacer estos comentarios de un lugar que conozco y que es excelente,hoy compré unas empanadas y le pedí xf a la joven que me atendió las quiero caliente y me las dio frías q no lo se q paso read more

Colombian delight in the heart of Elizabeth, NJ (Morris AVE) amazing empanadas. Crispy meaty turnover that will spike your senses the moment you take your first bite. The pan de bono are puffy warm clouds that will captivate your taste buds and keep wanting more with either coffee and or tea! Excellent staff and very attentive when ordering or with any concerns you may encounter with the menu. The Colombian decor and music transports you to our southern hemisphere. The bathroom decor OMG at another level. The bi read more

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant - Empanadas/ best in the house - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Excellent food Excellent customer service Excellent ambiance And best of all fresh food in a great location read more

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant - Bunoel. - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Wonderful atmosphere great steak Caballero entree. Fabulous service the servers were authentically warm and sincere!!!! 5star experience

Crispy Chicken combo and chicharrones highly recommended. Both tasty and crunchy with every bite. These empanadas are what your looking for add the sauces to every bite and you'll be satisfied. read more

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Food was really good, very tasty and well seasoned Service was really nice and efficient. They took their time to explain any doubts about the menu. The ambiance was cool the place is cozy. read more

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Lovely place. Service is friendly. Knowing Spanish might make it easier to order. The dishes are authentic. Everyone we ordered was great. This is located in the Colombian section of Elizabeth. Sunday finding parking was kind of easy. read more

Every local knows that Rancho Mateo it's just for tourists and the real good deal its Brisas. The kitchen it's super clean, the people working over there are top-notch and don't even get me started with the FOODDD literally best Colombian cuisine i have ever tried. I only wish they had more options for Delivery i will be ordering 24/7 from there if that was the case. Anyways i have so many good things to talk about this place but i will only say that you have to try their Brisas Desayuno read more

Best empanadas. I loved the mini bandeja paisa. Wish they are closer to the Bronx. Looking forward in coming back. read more

Great service and delicious food. Large portions. Wont be disappointed. Ive been coming for a few years and I am not disappointed. Also having the bakery there too helps to take other food home. read more

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant - Pollo Empanizado - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

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One of my favorite go tos for Colombian bakery and goods. Staff is always helpful and smiling, service is quick in the times I've been to. Clean atmosphere and food is always tasty and fresh, never greasy taste or feel. read more

I was very amused by Brisas Bakery & Restaurant! Their food and service definitely exceeded my expectations. I was craving for some Colombian breakfast so we decided to stop by before hitting the mall. Absolutely best decision! Very inexpensive items on the menu. Pan de bono has always been my personal favorite. Come by and check it out for yourself! read more

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Pagué para recoger un pedido a una hora determinada. Al llegar, me dijeron que no se había procesado y que debía esperar 30 minutos más. Solicité un reembolso, que tardó más de cinco horas en procesarse. No se molesten con los pedidos. Les falta ser profesionales read more

Excellent Colombian food. Seafood dishes are superb. Service is always pleasant and courteous. Great ambiance and clean facilities. Live music on weekends. No parking. read more

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant - Salmon in pineapple sauce and Shrimp in rice - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

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This restaurant is worth the visit for a nice Colombian cuisine, but I left "unsatisfied" today. It is a busy establishment with a bakery & restaurant. It's cool how they have the waiting area located in between the buildings, and made it look like an authentic Colombian home. They make some freshly squeezed authentic juices, fresh authentic ice creams (fruit flavored), and authentic meals. Be advised that the wait here is long. You wait to be seated, you wait for each menu item to come out to you. Our waiter was hard to locate at times as we waited. It took around 30min after we were seated to get the complimentary cheese bread. It also took some time for me to get my juice drink. It was about an hour to get our meals. They do appear short staffed, or maybe their kitchen isn't big enough to cook up a large order for their customers. Not sure why this is. So I ordered the Colombian Mini Paisa (yes, that's the mini). It basically has it all, plenty of different kinds of meat, rice, beans, plantains, and avocado for a really decent price. Once it came out I was dying to dig in. The longer I wait for something the minute I get it I wanna tear it up, BUT I did not do that with this dish. It was cold, like "sitting on a table after it was made" cold. I never turn away food, especially when I'm beastin', but I had to say something. The waiter offered to make me another one, but after being there for over an hour now, and starving I had asked him for something quick like a skirt steak. His reply to me was the icing on the cake, "The skirt steak costs more". Needless to say I did not dine here. Towards the end he brings over a flan dessert to the table. So you won't feed me another meal, but bring me a dessert when you didn't even want to feed me....WTF!!!!! I did not eat the dessert. This place has a lot to offer, but having a "satisfied" customer is what makes them keep coming back. read more

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To begin the atmosphere was inviting from the time you enter into the dining area with the beautiful pictures on the walls, along with the light music ,and lighting. The servers were pleasant and quick to bring our drinks and pan de Bono with was delicious. As our Group of friends arrived and we placed our orders all the dinners were delightful. I would recommend dining at this resturant. The meal I enjoyed was the skirt steak with garlic shrimp . read more

Love this place! The Food and Service is excellent. The ambience is great. Definitely our go to for Colombian food!

Delicious traditional Colombian food. Great taste and large portions and good service. They are my good to Colombian Restaurant for over 10 years. read more

Food -chicken was dry, morcilla taste funny and chicharrón was really greasy. Bread was really good because it had just come out. Staff was great really friendly like always. read more

The food & service was really good. I had the grilled pork w/yellow rice, still licking my fingers. My wife & brother had the fried red snapper & they were happy with their choice. read more

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Fantastic food, drinks, atmosphere, and service! We felt like we were transported to Colombia! Bathrooms were also nicely decorated and pristine! Highly recommend! read more

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Muy mal servicio departe del señor Fernando. Sentimos pena con el señor Juan ya que es el dueño y no estaba en ese momento. La comida se demoró y Fernando unos de los trabajadores nos estaba cobrando más propina para la masera porq la propina gratuita era para los cocineros. Que mala experiencia . El restaurante que fuimos con mi familia queda en brisas 985 S Elmora Ave NJ Elizabeth read more

I love the bakery. When I'm in town, i usually stop by for Colombian cheese bread. You must get it. Came here to eat because another place was too packed. Turned out to be a good choice. The drinks are great and worth every dollar ;) read more

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant - Mojito - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

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Nice Colombian restaurant down in what I call the the Colombian section of Elizabeth . Located near the train station. Street parking can be tough but you will eventually find a spot. Lol. Inside is updated big time. One side is the bakery side and right side is the dining area. They also have a empanada spot a few blocks away We went on a Sunday evening for dinner. They had a traditional Spanish singer. Walls are adorned with Spanish style paintings . Cooper- like tin ceilings were also a nice touch. I don't think they serve liquor- we brought a bottle of wine that they opened for us We were greeted right away and seated within minutes. Staff is attentive and hustles there. Menu is a little busy visually but functions fine. Meals are in Spanish and also English. Family LOVES their smoothies/shakes. It's a Spanish thing but I don't like a heavy smoothie before dinner lol I had to have a Colombian empanada with the red pica sauce . YUM. Such a traditional Colombian treat. We also had Guacamole that came with tostones and plaintain sticks. Guac was good. I prefer more cilantro, lime , onion and jalapeños but my family enjoyed it Everyone enjoyed their meals . I had the Shrimp in Garlic Sauce . You can choose two sides to accompany your entree- like rice, French fries, Madurai, tostones , salad etc. I enjoyed my meal. Definitely easy to bring a doggie bag home since they give you a lot . Family had skirt steak, breaded chicken and a mix platter . Everyone enjoyed their meals. dessert we got Flans to share. Good although on the thicker side . Presentation was nice touch. Would definitely come back again. read more

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been going here for over a decade...everything has always been and stays just perfection CANNOT MiSS THIS!!! if youre colombian or not

If you haven't had their Colombian breakfast you're missing out! The service is impeccable and you get a little taste of colombia when you walk in. Best arepas in Elizabeth! read more

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