The picanha with rice and beans is really good. The restaurant itself is simple, nothing special…read morebut the service is good and so is the food. Not usually super busy so it's not overly noisy or crowded. Recommend you try it out.

We got delivery for the first time here and it was pretty good. We got shrimp in garlic sauce which…read moretasted either overcooked or like they were already precooked and then cooked again in garlic sauce. The sauce was really good but the shrimp were tough. The half bbq ribs had really good flavor and were the right amount of ultra greasy and salty to hit the 'guilty food' spot. The half chicken was a bit dry. The steaks were good, little chewy but that's just the cut of meat. There was a ton of rice and beans, and a vinegary sauce. We liked the fried banana too. Overall it was very filling. Ingredients probably not the highest quality, but this will feed a big family and was not too expensive.

Here's a review you can use. "From the moment we stepped…read moreinside, the warm, familiar aromas took me straight back to Brazil. My husband and I were absolutely floored by the authenticity and quality of the food; every bite tasted like home. For brunch, the experience was exceptional, and the value is unbeatable. The care and dedication the team puts into their craft and their service to the neighborhood is truly commendable. This bakery-- Silvana FRAK English Family Best Pamonha!!!!!! Yes!!! Marmitas..... @Brazil @Brasil. Gollllllllll

Love this little bakery! We always make a stop when we are in town. It is nothing fancy, but the…read morefood and service always deliver! Their French bread is delicious! And the coffee makes you feel like you are in a Cafe in Europe. The people are always smiling and friendly. There is an extensive case with breads and cakes, but there is also many savory options. Coxinha is a delicious chicken stuffed fried pastry that is a must try! Oh how I wish this place was closer to home.

Good spot for some delicious empanadas and other brazilian food items. They have a few locations…read moreand all food is solid!

We ordered the bites to take home and freeze, they're always good to have on hand! A little chewy,…read morebut the best for the value. I wish they made the smaller sizes with catupiry!

Ponto de Encontro is a small family-owned Portuguese bakery and deli found in Hillside…read more As is expected of a Portuguese cafe, they make delicious coffee and espresso. The owner was very friendly and makes you feel warm and welcome! The menu overhead lays out prices and sandwich options, such as the Portuguese breakfast staple, the tosta mista. For baked goods, which are homemade, I noticed that they had pao de deus, bolo de arroz, and pastel de natas. For savory snacks, they have bolinhos de bacalhau (codfish balls) as well as a variety of flavored empanadas and croquettes. I went for an espresso along with a nata and a bolinho de bacalhau. The nata was excellent - a defined crisp crust and the perfect amount of filling and creaminess.

Absolutely delicious! Reminds me of the places in Spain whenever I wanted a filling and great…read moretasting sandwich. The owner is so kind. I know this food was made with love. Can't wait to come here again!

Hooray! A Brazilian lancheonette and quilo restaurant!…read more Outside of Hillside and Newark, you'd be hard pressed to find many Brazilian restaurants in the area, perhaps which is why this location is so close to Hillside and Newark! Located in uptown Elizabeth, you'll find that finding a parking spot can sometimes be an absolute nightmare. On my first trip, I ordered off their set menu for their picanha. They have daily specials on a blackboard as well as a quilo buffet filled with delicious fresh homemade options. The picanha was cooked well, of good quality, and was a good portion for the "1/2 lunch portion" for $12 and came with rice, beans, and a side salad. They also make fresh bread and salgadinhos, such as coxinhas, empadaos, pasteis, and kibbeh. On several trips since then, I've gone for the buffet, which offers a variety of typical Brazilian dishes, such as vaca frita, feijao tropeiro, farofa, linguini, fried fish, and more. The buffet goes for $8/ pound or $13 for all you can eat, which is a steal! The owner was very friendly and I'd gladly return again if I'm in the area and craving Brazilian food.

It will be hard to find this restaurant because it's in a residential area, so it's kind of hidden…read more I'm so glad I found this spot. Let the staff know you came for the buffet. Look at the options in the back and chow down. All the food was super flavorful! The food were all so comforting. The pork Chicharrón, beans, potato salad, steak and chicken were all incredible and delicious. A lot of people took food to-go, but I rather try everything and get more from their $17 all-you-can-eat buffet. A very affordable buffet. The owner was very kind as well, I was curious about a fried dough and she let me try one. She even told me the name of it, but I can't recall. But the texture was chewy and a bit savory. They also sell fresh orange juice. I definitely enjoyed all the different options and friendly atmosphere!

Finally got to check out this bbq joint located off 22…read more Really good Portuguese style bbq, I could smell it walking into the place! I ordered my take out order through seamless but then saw a wing deal and ordered extra because it was too good to pass up! If you go here, make sure you don't miss the exit, it comes up really quick! Highly recommend getting the bbq chicken and the sauces that come with it!

Very casual style restaurant. Mostly people order takeout food. We've been going here for decades…read more& thought I'd written a review before. I guess not; they have great food - 1/2 or full trays of BBQ ribs & chicken that are served with your choice of 2 of these: Fries, Yellow rice or black beans (most places don't have the latter 2 items). That's partly why we drive the distance instead of a local Portuguese restaurant. They also have sautéed fish fillet. They have Homemade Flan !! For the take out, it's not always ready when you arrive. It's helpf if you speak Spanish when you call.

amazing food and incredible service. The closest flavors to uruguayan food. Really happy to have…read morethis place, because is a way to have home a little bit close.

In between the Brazilian bakeries and restaurants on Liberty Ave, you'll now find Rio de la Plata…read more Referring to the river between Uruguay and Argentina, Rio de la Plata, rightfully so is a newly opened Uruguayan/Argentinian style empanada shop and bakery. Owned by Ruben's Empandas, whom has multiple locations found throughout NYC, Rio de la Plata is a wonderful addition to the area, replacing a previous Brazilian luncheonette. Upon walking in, you'll find dozens of empanadas encased in glass with a ton different filling options such as beef, sausage, chicken, fish, and vegeterian, and even dessert ones. Empanadas are what they're most known for, and often I've found are the best option to order. In addition to empanadas, they serve typical Uruguayan dishes such as the chivito sandwich and bizcochos. The chivito in Uruguay is often called the heart attack on a plate. It is a sandwich topped with steak, ham, cheese, eggs, lettuce, tomatoes, mayo, and olives, with fries on the side. Bizcochos are popular savory and sweet croissant, donut-like snacks found throughout Uruguay. I've tried their empanadas, bizcochos, and once the chivito. The empanada is a giant, puff-pastry, stuffed with the filling of your choice and is well-seasoned. At $2.50 an empanada, it's well worth it. Unfortunately, I've left here with a bit to be desired when it came to the bizcochos as well as the chivito. The bizcochos are sold on discount in the afternoon, and there are daily specials on a blackboard.

The food was great, the service was friendly and attentive. Loved the atmosphere and ambiance.read more

The food is always good. The service is great, professional, and aim to please…read more I recommend this restaurant.