Every time i come here its such a hit!!! It's definitely one of my favorite hole in the wall places that I've been coming to for about 8 years. The food is probably the closest you can get to actual Spanish tapas but what i love most about this place is that everythings got flavorrrrr For our table of 4 we got CROQUETAS with their house cured chorizo- very good POLLO FIORENTINA- chicken was so tender and packeddd with flavor! BARRIGUITA- plentiful serving for a tapa, we loved the potatoes it came with too CHICHARRON DE POLLO- flavorful chicken and easier to eat than you think TARTAR- delish but small Chipirones- sooo delicately breaded you can barely tell, was great COSTILLA A LA PLANCHA- plentiful for a tapa, we recommend cooking for longer since its traditionally a tough cut of beef SAUTED VEGETABLES- tastey and not mushy thankfully! MILLIONAIRE CAIPIRINHA for my drink. was soooo good, not too sweet and not quite as sour as a margarita, was perfect for me! read more

Food is amazing here. We loved 90% of it. Everything but the seafood rice came out so fast. As you can see from the photos, we ordered a lot. The 3 dishes we didn't like were the tuna tartar -- it was so fishy. Not fresh at all, we didn't like either desserts either. The flan or the cheese cake both were horrible actually. The flan was like cooked milk and the cheese cake was completely burned. It looked like they served us an end piece and it was just burned all around the edges. I would skip dessert when coming here. Definitely just don't bother and go somewhere else. I never do this but if I could rate the dessert, I would rate it a 0 out of 10. The espresso was good though. The staff and ambiance were both great. The vibe was nice too. We were pleasantly surprised that there was a DJ setting up during our dinner. The music was good! Overall I'm taking away one star because of the desserts. They were so disappointing. I had high hopes for that flan. The martinis and cocktails made up for it a bit. read more

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We ordered the lobster paella--meant for two, but honestly enough for four to share. We were expecting a whole lobster, but it came with just half, which was a bit disappointing. The octopus was my favorite--hard to go wrong and definitely a must-order. Parking is a bit tricky, but they offer $5 valet which helps. Overall, not a bad experience--a cozy spot with a nice vibe read more

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I've had Casa d'Paco on my list for years I finally had the opportunity to visit The parking situation is a challenge unless you Valet park for $5 which I recommend The restaurant is cute, rustic wood. Their is a bar with seating and approximately 10 tables The Sangria is $12 for a large glass The food is excellent Garlic Shrimp is terrific The ham and potato croquettes are great The chicken fiorentina is outstanding Service is very good I don't go to Newark very often but I would love to go back. read more

We showed up during happy hour they had really good deals my favorite thing was the stuffed avocado followed behind the empanadas as well as a friendly bar like atmosphere read more

Casa d'Paco - Red sangria - Spanish Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

OK, the first tip is that you have to use the valet. Don't bother looking for parking or anything. It's very affordable and they'll protect your car. Now, for the important part, which is the food. It was freaking Amazing Perry. I am a breathtaking by how delicious the food was. We started with the patatas bravas, the jamón Serrano, Crockett's. Yo, but the show stealer before the show steer. Where the drinks. They have awarded winning drinks in this place! I can't remember the name, but I had a passionfruit drink, and then a pisco sour. Both are elegance wrapped around in the passion of Latin America. Of course, we came for the paella and I had to make an adjustment because I do not like shrimp. I cannot eat shrimp, and they made it so we had the muscles, the clams, the chorizo, and the lobster and squid, and oh my God. It was so delicious, so scrumptious . Dios mío, bendito que ricura. Really loved this place and it's really romantic inside too, so bring a date. Bring a coworker. Whatever it is that you have bring it because this place is gonna be delicious. You bring your come for the drinks. You come for the food. You come for the ambience. You come to relax. read more

Casa d'Paco - Pisco sour -- so damn good - Spanish Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

This place is phenomenal. Was visiting the area and stumbled upon it on Yelp. Mullberry cocktail and the sangria are very yummy, fresh fruit in them. The chicken and shrimp entree had great flavor and was a good portion. Staff was very friendly, service was quick. Beautiful back area that is technically outside but has heat lamps all over and is very warm. This is an environment where you can be very dressed up and or relaxed down for a simple dinner night. read more

Totally awesome dining spot in the middle of a super busy street. No parking anywhere but fortunately. They offer valet for $5 at the door which is VERY convenient! We ordered a few empanadas, tapas and paella. We also had the pitcher of their passion fruit sangria. Everything was amazing!! The sangria left a lot to be desired unfortunately. Totally watered down, tastes similar to a watery juice with no alcohol! Would def return for their paella!! Great service also! They don't rush you, allow reservations and offer indoor and outdoor seating! Hidden gem! read more

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My boyfriend and I were in town and decided to celebrate our anniversary here. This was such a cute spot, I wish we could visit again! We had the kindest server!! I can't remember his name from the card he gave us but I think it started with a G! He truly made our experience there the best it could be. I loved that the staff here all works well together and helped out with our table. We ordered a few different things but they started us off with complementary bread. The butter for the bread was amazing and slightly sweet but the bread itself was a bit hard. Our food started coming out pretty quickly after that. The scallops were cooked well but I wasn't in love with the sauce and the potatoes with it. Both the calamares and croquettes were great! I loved how they presented everything so nicely. The star of the show was definitely the lobster. It was cooked so perfectly and full of flavor. I've never ordered a whole lobster before and loved it! We also ordered a bottle of their house wine and I wish I would've asked for one to bring home! It was so easy to drink. They even brought us out a sample of their house made white wine to try too which was also great. We ended the night with flan that our server recommended. It was the perfect texture and not too sweet! I wish I could come back again to this place sometime soon! read more

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Hitting all the marks! Clouds of potato croquetas, delicate paprika'd morsels of pulpo, sweet skilled bartenders and what, Maria cookies dessert! Unpretentious fun spot with authentic Spanish food in Newark! read more

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I tried this restaurant based on Yelp and my hotel's recommendation. I'm glad I used a ride share app because it's located in a residential neighborhood. The restaurant had an old European feel with exposed brick decor and thick wooden bar and benches against small tables. It was definitely cozy. The tapas were delicious with the most tender octopus I have tasted. The patatas bravas had sauces that were spicy and cooling. The house brand Albariño was tart and refreshing. I sat at the bar and felt I had the attention of the server when I needed it. I finished the meal with a crustless cheesecake and espresso. I would definitely return and would recommend Casa d'Paco to others. The meal was delicious with good attentive service for a reasonable price. read more

The staff was really friendly and the food was as good as they said. We were there on our way to Upstate NY coming from Newark Airport. All three of us had seafood and all three of us were very happy with the food and service. read more

Casa d'Paco - LANGOSTINOS, Mozambique Tiger Shrimp. Delicious and surprisingly filling. - Spanish Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

Thanks to yelp I found this place and most of the experience was great .. the tapas were delicious and sangria really great ! I really wouldn't suggest it as a restaurant for more than a group of four or so .. it's more of a bar that has some tables and also a side room that's kind of a covered patio , including patio heaters for winter. Beware the parking situation is rough ! They do have valet though but I felt bad for the guy and have no idea where or how he was parking the cars ! Thankfully I got my car back after the meal ! Service was super nice but overwhelmed read more

Went to Casa d'Paco in Newark for lunch with a group of 8, and we had a really enjoyable experience overall. The vibe is casual and welcoming, with a fun, lively atmosphere that's perfect for groups. The food is served tapa-style -- reminiscent of the classic "topper topps" approach -- and it worked really well for sharing. Most of the dishes were excellent, but the standout was definitely the crab cakes -- perfectly crisp on the outside and full of flavor inside. The white sangria was also a big hit -- refreshing and not too sweet, just right for a mid-day meal. Service could use a little tightening -- while staff were friendly, things moved a bit slowly and there were a couple of missed cues. That said, the quality of the food and the overall experience more than made up for it. Definitely worth a visit, especially with a group! read more

Casa d'Paco - White sangria - Spanish Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

The tapas here are tasty and the standouts for me were the patatas bravas and zamburinas. Several people at our table also got a meat dish on the specials menu which was so tender. If I came back that would probably be my order if it was available. The langosto from the specials menu was good but it wasn't quite what I expected based on the menu description. Overall everyone in our party of 7 enjoyed their food. Allergen advice: be very specific if anyone in your party has allergies as the kitchen was not as knowledgeable about nut/legume allergies as we would have hoped. We were told they were serving dishes that he could not eat because they have nutmeg (which isn't a nut or legume product). And then his dinner came out with peas on top (a legume). This was fixed promptly and he did not end up having a reaction to anything he ate. read more

Casa d'Paco - Langosto - Spanish Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

We really enjoyed eating here, the tapas were all good, the croquetas were absolutely fabulous and highly recommended. The red sangria was delicious and we would have had more but had to leave. When we get back to Newark definitely will be stopping back again. read more

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We had a large group with so much food. Service was good and attentive. Sangria was tasty. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for good seafood. Also lots of seating but not good parking. read more

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Service always good, food fresh, ambiance is always nice and cozy. The coffee is great too! Every time I come here it's been consistent, and that's always a win in my book! read more

This place is awesome!!!!! The cozy neighborhood bar and restaurant is the perfect spot to have a few cocktails and some great tapas The staff is awesome-from the bartender to the servers to the barback Lobed every minute of this spot The warm fresh rolls- Garlic shrimp- Empanadas- All amazing read more

Friendly service, tasty tapas. Cozy atmosphere. Favorites were the patas, the stuffed scallops (zumbranillos?), and the house Tempranillo wine. read more

a cute place and loved the variety but for some reason nothing really stood out to me :( clams - fav dish, quite flavorful, the only thing I liked a lot papatas bravas - a classic but not special, a bit dry but the sauce helped pulpo - bland and mostly tasted like olive oil...? pork combo - some were dry and meat just tasted a little stale croquettes - pretty yummy camarones - decent and liked the tomato sauce but not mind blowing chorizo - kind of just tasted like a store bought sausage :/ pretty filling and liked the vibe/decent prices for all the seafood but sadly nothing really stood out to me read more

Casa d'Paco - Spanish Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

Quiet dining experience on a Sunday afternoon and as expected soccer blasting on the TV. Would have much preferred some bossa nova or any type of music for better ambience. Service was attentive, food was incredibly delicious, and sangria hit the spot and thankfully not obnoxiously sweet. We will definitely return given the overall experience was very good. $5 valet parking - thankfully we found street parking. read more

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Casa d'Paco was incredible, came with my cousin for an evening out after work, drinks, dinner and some awesome catching up! We were promptly greeted at the door, where we were asked if we wanted to sit inside or patio, we of course chose to sit patio, what a warm welcome vibe from our waiter. We ordered our mezcal drinks which were solid 8/10. Shortly after ordered tapas octopus 10/10 cooked to perfection, ribs 9/10, chicken empanadas 8/10, shrimp ajillo 9/10, and of course dessert Flan 8/10. We will surely return to try out more drinks and tapas! read more

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Went here tonight to celebrate my partner's birthday and it did not disappoint. Food overall did not disappoint and was full of flavour. I really loved the grilled squid which had a great balance of citrus, garlic, and char. She got the crab cakes and it was 10% batter 90% filling, cooked to perfection. I would say there seems to be a mix of imitation crab meat and crab meat so hard to tell. We finished it off with a scallop dish which once again had really great flavour, but also had imitation crab meat. We loved the vibes there as it's quite lively, but we felt the music was just a bit tad loud for the space. Love the decor and it was spacious so you don't feel crowded. The staff was awesome! Provided recommendations and was attentive despite being busy. They even surprised her with a cake for and sang for her birthday which was really cool. I would recommend this place if you're in the Newark area, not too far from the airport. read more

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My friends and I went here late on a weekday without a reservation, and the place was packed. Understandably, we had to wait over half an hour before getting seats. We got to start with the sangria while we were waiting, which was pretty strong! For food, the we ordered a couple tapas and split a paella. The paella was huge, but we were disappointed because most of the seafood was overcooked. The rice was also too mushy, and overall, the paella was bland. The ambiance was intimate and would be nice for a first date! However, we just weren't impressed with the food. read more

Casa d'Paco - Paella - Spanish Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

This place was excellent. We ent before going to a concert in Newark the apps and sangria were so good. We sat outside because it was nice out too. The portions of the appetizers were good we split everything 3 ways. Service was pretty good too. They weren't busy at all. read more

Casa d'Paco - Spanish Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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I've been going for years. It's a small and quaint place but they have the best tapas and drinks in Newark!! The flavor is on point on every dish and the bartenders are the best!!!! The service is amazing. They have a patio and valet parking. read more

Pulpo octopus was delicate, soft, and good - but flavor could be a bit better - I usually like it better when it is charbroiled, which it was not as it was missing the char. Paella was delicious and the stand-out of the evening, and had all sorts of seafood and includes also chicken. Worth it, but definitely big enough for 3, or 4 people if you were to also have tapas to pass around prior to eating the paella. The traditional Sangria was too sweet for our liking though - I would get something else next time. Atmosphere is that of a Spanish sports bar, the area is quiet and the place is popular with locals. Service was also friendly, attentive, and accommodating. read more

The food here is absolutely delicious I don't think I've ever had anything on the menu that wasn't good. Every dish is flavorful and well-prepared, and it's one of those places where you really can't go wrong with your order. The ambience is lovely, with a cozy, dark, and quaint vibe. They also offer outdoor seating, which makes for a really nice dining experience. Service is exceptional attentive without being overbearing, which adds to the overall charm. That said, be prepared: everything is served as small plates, so even when sharing with a group, the bill adds up quickly. Pricewise, it's definitely on the expensive side. They do offer valet parking, but it's really just double-parking out front with someone watching your car. The area is busy and parking can be tough, but if you're willing to splurge a bit, the food and experience make it worth it. read more

Nestled in an ordinary street of homes in the middle of Newark, is this unsuspecting restaurant. They have a valet - I know it sounds odd and it looks even more crazy when you get there and find tons of cars double parked. The ambience is alright. City homes like this are set up 25 x 75' deep so as you enter, it looks like a small old time bar. But they have taken over the space next door and seat everyone there. Not sure what decor they want to capture. Food is good but not great. Spanish cuisine is famous for all of their amazing flavors. These dishes, good or down on the spices. They offer a wide variety of fish, but no vegetarian or chicken options. Drinks were also just OK. We had the Mojitos and the peach sangria. The Mojito was good, but the peach sangria had way too much peach schnapps. I can recommend this one in a pinch, but in the heart of Newark, there are a lot more amazing Spanish tapas places to visit read more

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Had a great evening at Casa d'Paco celebrating my mothers birthday! If you're unfamiliar with the area, just know that parking is absolutely impossible during peak hours so I was glad to find out that they offered valet. I'm sure they double park it somewhere but a much better option than circling around a bunch of times. We ordered they're infamous seafood paella which was absolutely amazing. We also enjoyed the crab cakes, guacamole, squid and a dish that came with ribs and sausage. My favorite dish was most definitely the ribs, just cooked and seasoned perfectly. We also ordered their version of mashed potatoes and it was way too thick and cold to enjoy. We barely touched it and they graciously took it off the bill no problem. The restaurant is much bigger than it looks when you arrive and the ambiance is very festive and fun! Customer service was also great! read more

Casa d'Paco - Menu - Spanish Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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A cozy spot for Spanish Tapas! It is located in the middle of on an unassuming street, but serving flavors in small bites. My favorite dish of the night was the bombas which was crispy on the outside with a soft interior of mashed potatoes and chorizo. The langoustines were also flavor packed, with a rich smokiness - the only downside was that I wanted much more pieces since it was good. I had high expectations for the paella, but most of the ingredients were a bit dry and bland such as the lobster and chicken. However, the rice was delicious and filled with umami in every bite! The staff were welcoming! There is valet parking for $5, but you could also find street parking for free. read more

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Fantastic dining experience! Everything from the presentation to the flavors was excellent. The staff made us feel welcome, and every detail was well handled. A place I'll happily recommend to others. read more

Another ironbound staple! IYKYK! Always challenging parking so save yourself the trouble and valet! Spanish tapas to die for. Great service by "Lucas" with a bar that makes great cocktails and sangria. Bar vibe with soccer on the tv almost always. read more

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Fantastic Experience! Looking for a place to eat before the Devil's game and my uncle, who grew up next to the owner, recommended this place. Everything we ate was exceptional. The service was quick and the food came out fast and hot. It's a nice cozy place inside and was not too loud being a smaller dinning area. The sangrias were both delicious, but next time I go, I will definitely be getting the red instead. My first time having anchovies and I don't get the hate people have for them. The squid was light and tender and went perfectly with the sauce and sautéed onions. The pot of meat and potatoes was a hit as well. The potatoes at the bottom were hot and crispy just the way I like it. Dipping the pork in the chimichurri sauce took it to a next level. By the time the entree came around we were getting pretty full. Nevertheless we went on and ate the fish. Again another delicious meal! The tapas here really took the show and I can't wait to go back and try some more. read more

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Came here for lunch with my girl. We ordered ceviche (totally different from the peruvian one, in which this one has soup/sauce to dip bread), the ceviche wasnt spicy, it was sweet, the bread was crispy and tasty; calamares a la plancha, the squid was well done, tasty, and fresh; and the chuleta de ternera lechal, which was super tasty, tender, and juicy. The meat on the bone was super delicious It was a great experience, especially wasn't expecting much from NJ but it met my expectations. Perhaps will come back again to this place in the future : ) read more

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Great tapas and delicious seafood paella. Their price is a little bit high and you have to valet park you car since there no space around.

A gem in the Ironbound. First it's nice they have valet parking. We'd come from Branch Brook Park with our dogs in their crates and the valet kept the car right by the front door for us. Peace of mind. The cocktails were fabulous. Great Caipirinha! And the Tapas were fabulous. Finished with the very best Flan ever. Home made and not always available so check early and reserve it. read more

My husband and I have been coming here for date nights for years! We cannot get enough of their tasty tapas! Funny enough, this is the first time I review this place after countless meals we've had here. The servers are very friendly and energetic and always lively. They always have great music playing and it is always a good vibe at Casa d'Paco. The food is amazing and we always try something new as well as some old favorites. The drinks are delicious and they are given to you in mason jars depending on the drink I believe mine was passionfruit flavor and it was delicious! read more

Casa d'Paco - Starters and passionfruit cocktail - Spanish Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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Came in with 3 others without a reservation around 5pm on Saturday and it was busy! We waited around a half hour at the bar until we got seated. We shared a pitcher of there red sangria and it was really good! Shortly after being seated we were served rolls with butter and we got another pitcher. We ordered the sopa gallega, crema de de langosta, and croquetas to start. Everyone enjoyed their soups and the croquetas were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside! We ordered a paella to share among three people (which was plenty) and a beef short rib for me since I don't eat seafood. The beef short rib was tender, juicy, and flavorful. The dish comes with potatoes but it's mostly just protein I would consider getting a side of rice in the future. The paella got good reviews for the variety of protein in it but rice was a bit hard. All and all it was great price for all food we got and the service was great! Would come back to try more of their tapas! read more

Casa d'Paco - Beef short rib (costilla de vaca) - Spanish Near Me - Newark, New Jersey