I had a decent afternoon experience at Barbara's but I think better staffing would have made a big…read moredifference. She seemed to be overwhelmed covering the entire dining space alone. Nicolly was our server this past Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. But I really enjoyed the Pistachio croissant & my partner also enjoyed his classic American breakfast plate very much. But I didn't love the Matcha oat latte. It was mainly milk. Overall I'd say it's a cute, small cafe for quick eats.

Such a cute cafe! we got their Nutella specialty drink & it was great! Fast & friendly service!…read moreStreet parking!

Such a cute cafe! They recently opened up a few weeks ago & the staff / owner was super friendly!…read moreTried their iced nutella latte - loved how strong the coffee was! I wasn't able to try their cheese bread that day but they advised to come back bc their chef makes it fresh daily! Can't wait to go back! They are also remote work friendly, plugs were a bit limited but workable!

This is an excellent Brazilian cafe which is also beautifully decorated. Last time I had the egg…read moresandwich on a Portuguese roll and the previous time I got freshly squeezed orange juice. Everything is made fresh. I spoke with the waitress and chef and they are really making a serious effort to ensure quality.

Great cafe right on Ferry Street. We enjoyed some coffees and:…read more-apple turnover -guava and cheese pastry -pasteis de nata It's very roomy with plenty of indoor seating and the atmosphere is very lively. Great coffee spot!

The buffet is $8.99 per pound. I enjoyed the pork and chicken. While this won't be a destination…read morefor vegetarians, the mixed vegetables had more variety than expected. I think there was even eggplant.

Small empanada shop located on the Belleville Pike that I pass every day and finally gave it a try…read more I got three empanadas, one ham and cheese, one buffalo chicken, and one guava and cheese. I ranked them in that order as well. The Ham and cheese was pretty good, the Buffalo chicken was really good, and the guava and cheese was outstanding. I would love if they sold a dipping sauce too but I didn't see any. I could have missed it if there were to be honest. The service was excellent and the price was right too......under $10 for three. The parking is a little dicey, it's street only and you have to find it on the side streets. I'm glad I stopped and I will stop again on the way home to try other combinations.

My partner and I were looking for a local breakfast spot when we came across EmpaBake. Right away,…read morewe noticed the display filled with pastries and a tempting selection of savory baked empanadas. We ordered a caramel latte and a cappuccino to start, along with a ropa vieja (shredded beef) and sweet plantain empanada that we couldn't resist. Since they're baked, the empanada crust is light and crisp, with a generous, flavorful filling. It was a little on the dry side but still good. For our main dishes, I had the two egg breakfast with bacon and home fries, while my partner went for the Tres Golpes. Both plates were delicious and served in large portions. We were also surprised with a complimentary warm sesame bun, which was a lovely touch. To finish, I ordered a cortado bold, smooth, and just the right kick. The staff is friendly and always ready with the warm greeting especially for their regulars. The decore is simple but I did enjoy the large window painting. We'll definitely be back to try more empanadas and maybe a pastry (or two). Street parking only, but finding a spot wasn't difficult.

Who comes to get shrimp and steak at a Bakery...I do! A genius all in one local gem in Newark,…read morewhere you can legitamately spend your entire day savoring their full menu. I happen to come across Elite Bakery by coincidence, as our nearby Brazilian spot was extremely full with a crazy wait. Hubby and I had our 5 month old, who isn't exactly the best behaved baby and therefore we needed somewhere where he could be himself while we had a meal. We happen to see Elite Bakery offered specials and saw that there were only two people inside and ventured in. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the very enthusiastic owner from behind the counter. The smells of fresh coffee and sweet baked good filled the air, so we were a bit hesitant to order rice and beans. Alas, for the extremely moderate prices, we gave it a try. All the entree meals ($8-9) came with rice, beans, salad and french fries - just a different choice of meat. I ordered garlic shrimp and hubby ordered steak with onions. HOLY MOLY were they BOTH amazing! Personally, I recommend the garlic shrimp more, as the sauce was thick and perfect for dipping your fries in. But either way you go would be a win! Oh and the black beans....wow....I have never had beans more delicious than these! We were so impressed that we got a few items to head home to Philly. We ordered two Cuban sandwiches ($4 each) that were awesome! We got a few Brazilian pastries - my favorite was the coxinha (chicken filled potato ball). The tres leches cake was also excellent, although different from others I have had. As we sat having our meals people came to have these amazing coffee creations, pastries and pick up birthday cakes that looked to die for. I really wish I had something like this locally, because I would literally never cook again. I highly recommend coming here to taste some delicious Brazilian cuisine at a reasonable price.

I love everything about this small place ps : the coffee is perfect & I loved the shrimp empanada…read more I will definitely be back soon

¡Dios mio que Rico! Quaint little coffee shop serving custom made cakes and Portuguese pastries…read more All items are winners. The empanadas are big. Two roasted chicken empanadas make for a quick meal. They take pride in the smallest details...you can tell by the coffee they serve. It is your usual americano coffee...but it is not acidic at all (like starbucks), and it goes smoothly to wash down the flan and the custard pies. I recommend the chicken croquettes (shredded roasted chicken well seasoned). I loved them.

I asked for a recommendation and the staff didn't hesitate to help with a smile. They clearly loved…read morewhat they do and treated each item with care. The shop looked well kept, and I noticed them wiping tables after every customer. I got the lemon blueberry scone it was zesty, fluffy, and had real fruit pieces. Clean packaging sealed the deal. I highly recommend this place.

The Cuban sandwich is delicious. I love the fact that they have a press for sandwiches. The coffee…read moreis good, and the sweets are fresh. The guava pastries are a good balance, and not too sweet. The lines can long to at different times of the day. They have one side where you could order your sandwich and coffee and then the other side is to order sweets. Parking isn't great and make sure you pay the meter . Thank you for a good experience

Delicious Espresso and Croissant! Friendly Staff! Delicious…read moreBreakfast - Bread and Rolls are delicious! Espresso is awesome!

One of my favorite Brazilian bakeries. There are two other bakeries in Newark, but the one in…read moreKearny is closer to my house in North Arlington. You have to order their goiabinha, which is a pastry with cheese and guava inside. It comes warm and it's to die for! This time we also got the chocolate truffle pudding which is a Brazilian staple. Their coffees are fantastic too here. Another noteworthy menu item, fresh cheesebread aka pão de queijo. They sell them I believe 3 for a dollar to be sure to order a bunch they are freshly made every hour or so. Servers are super friendly and very cozy vibes inside.

Bread of Life is a fantastic addition to Kearny. As mentioned, great and reasonable prices!…read more A lot of the Portuguese cafes I go to Kearny have been bought out by different owners or somehow changed hands and I've been super disappointed with the coffee. Bread of Life really has a good cup of Joe, try it out. Tonsss of pastry options too! I've been twice and I've grabbed the same thing twice mainly because I was in a hurry but but both things are delicious. A "cloud bread" which is a super light pastry and it's perfectly lightly sweet and delicious. My second favorite is the famous pao de queijo, fresh, chewy and tasty. The ladies behind the counter are super friendly, it's a nice big spot to eat in if you'd like and there's a small lot in front of the strip mall but also tons of street parking. I'll be back to try a juice and some different pastries!