Restuarant 101 . Always KNOW your seating Capacity : Reservations & Walk-ins ratio…read more Epic Failure in this area . When you try to appease everyone , you please no one . I had made reservations 2 weeks ago to come see a World Cup Match , as i have done in many cultural places with Amazing experiences . Up till tonight . I was given a make shift table cramped up the bar and in front of a crowded line waiting to be seated . These ppl literally were hovering over me for most of my meal if not leaning on my table . The wait staff barely had space to move around the table so my head was elbowed , chair kicked multiple times by the waiters . The food was 5-6/10 . We ordered Churrasco in a salad bowl . I requested my meat medium rare . Surveying the room , i already knew at this capacity it was a huge ask to get it right . Sure enough , i barely touched my meal . We ordered similar dish but with shrimp 6/10 . Our appetizer was guacamole with plantain chips . The portion served was small . i didn't bother to ask for dessert . I had been to other restuarant for watch parties where the managers knew when to curtail the flow of patrons . For the enjoyment and safety of the people in the dining area . Something for this place to consider .

UPDATED REVIEW BECAUSE OF BAD SERVICE I wanted to share our…read moreexperience from a visit two days ago that unfortunately left my wife and me very disappointed. After being seated, a server dropped off our menus but never returned to take our order. We waited for about 10 minutes, only to see the same server take the order of a group that arrived after us. Ultimately, we left without being acknowledged by any staff. It was frustrating, especially since we've enjoyed your food in the past and were looking forward to another great meal. While the cuisine may be excellent, the quality of service we received made us feel overlooked and unvalued as customers. I truly hope this isn't reflective of your usual standards. I'm sharing this not out of anger, but because I believe in giving honest feedback when it can help a business improve. I hope you'll take this seriously and look into ways to ensure more attentive and welcoming service for all guests.

Empanadas were good. Omelet was ok too. I think for someone like me who has to be careful with…read morepork, it was tough finding something without. Thank goodness they do substitutions. Overall nice people both customers and workers. Very latin and I wish I was fluent in spanish. Come here if you're in the area especially since they have long hours too. Morning, day and night come get some food.

This place is quick fix if you're not in the mood to cook . The food is cooked and set out for the…read moreday . The total order was 2 lentil soups , 2 empanadas, 2 pasteles and 2 juice drinks which cost $48 . I think it's way overpriced . The meat was very dry in my dishes and lacked Sabor ( flavor ) Different latino cultures share similar dishes with different flavors or lack there of . I ate in , there is seating outside during warm weather .

Mr. Exquisito was just that -- exquisite…read more I started with the guacamole and calamari. The guac was heavenly, especially with the perfectly baked plantain chips...literally mouthwatering. The calamari was decent, but next time I'd ask for it extra crispy. The sauce on the side was delicious: sweet, savory, and had a little kick without being spicy. & now the ribeye? Absolutely marvelous. The Latin fried rice was chef's kiss, with veggies, shrimp, and a fried egg on top! so good. The tostones and maduros were cooked to perfection. The steak honestly didn't even need the chimichurri sauce, but I did dunk a tostone in it, and that sauce was full of flavor too. My waiter, William, was amazing from start to finish welcoming, attentive, polite, knowledgeable, & prompt. I finished with a cafecito for dessert, and it was flavorful and delicious. Next time I may add a little whipped cream. Thank you for a great visit. I'll definitely be back.

My husband and I came to Mr. Esquisito for a Friday night date around 7:00 p.m. We didn't need a…read morereservation, which was nice. The restaurant is small, seating only about 25-30 people, creating an intimate atmosphere. However, the lighting is so dim that I had to take a second look just to read the menu. I'll start with the positive: our waiter was wonderful--friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind. My only criticism was that he couldn't really recommend a standout dish when we asked what the restaurant was known for. For appetizers, I ordered the octopus. Unfortunately, it was inconsistent. Half was perfectly tender, while the other half was so tough it was difficult to chew. It was served over an ajillo sauce that was good, but not enough to save the dish. My husband ordered empanadas. The steak filling was much better than the chicken. He asked if he could order one steak, one shrimp, and one chicken, but was told they don't allow mixing flavors. For my entrée, I ordered the ribeye with white rice and beans and added a lobster tail with butter sauce. The ribeye itself was cooked well, but the sides were disappointing. The beans had a strange flavor, and the rice was mushy and completely lacked seasoning. The lobster tail was fine, but nothing special. The ribeye was $58, and adding the lobster tail brought the plate to $72. At that price point, I expected an exceptional meal, not one where the sides were the weakest part of the plate. My husband ordered the skirt steak with peppers, French fries, and maduros. His steak was good, but we both agreed the side options felt like an odd combination. The menu could definitely use some more thoughtful pairings. We boxed up our leftovers, but unfortunately the food didn't even reheat well the next day. Our bill came to $233 for two people. On top of that, gratuity was automatically added, and there was a $10 fee for paying with a debit card. That was an unpleasant surprise and made an already expensive meal feel even more overpriced. For over $200, I expect to leave saying, "I can't wait to come back." Instead, I left feeling like I had paid Manhattan prices for a very average meal. Unfortunately, this wasn't the experience we were hoping for, and I don't think we'll be back. FYI: everything says M/P on it for Market Price. Which means they can charge you what they see fit which gives me an inconsistent vibe.

This was my first time visiting this charming little restaurant on Broad Street in Bloomfield. We…read morewere warmly greeted right away, and sat at a comfortable table. The restaurant is BYOB, which we appreciate. We had some delicious Beef Empanadas for an appetizer. They were well filled and served with a tasty dipping sauce. My husband had the Picana Steak with Chimichurri Sauce and White Rice with Black Beans. I had the Sancocho. I absolutely loved this dish. Loved all the different textures and flavors. There is not a ton of meat, but it is very inexpensive. I was still full and satisfied after eating. My husband was very pleased with his dish as well. We shared the Coconut Flan and the Tres Leches Cake for dessert. Both were excellent! Good coffee as well We both enjoyed our meal and we will definitely return.

Place was very empty when we came in, small nice place, very good music as well. Luis, our waiter,…read morewas super super nice and helpful. We got the picanha which was very good and juice along with the maduros and rice that complimented the meat very well. The cazuela was very well seasoned. The paella, however, wasn't my favorite, it lacked flavored in my opinion. Overall a very nice place, would def come back.

Noches de Colombia is my go-to spot when I want good and quick Colombian food. Right now it has…read morenice Halloween decorations which are cool! I don't remember Belleville having metered parking, so it was new to me when I went yesterday. Street parking can sometimes be hard to find. Server was very kind and accommodating. I went with an older person, and the man was very king when it came to specific needs that she asked for. I always order a bandeja paisa to share. It is so big so it can be divided between 2-3 people. It came with 2 eggs, steak, chicharrón, avocado, plátano, arepa, rice, beans, and sausage. Everything was delicious. We also ordered the soup of the day which was chicken. It came with potatoes and corn in it, and had a side of salad and rice. You can also order this just the soup. You can't go wrong coming here!

Service was great and fast. Our server was able to assist us in giving us some recommendations for…read morefood and drinks. Food was great! There was so much that having order an appetizer didn't allow us to finish our main meals . I personally had the new montaditos and it was very fulfilling and tasty. I personally enjoyed the guacamole one the best. This is a spot you can come for dinner or to hang out.

Let's start by saying I used to be a regular at mambo tea house in Rutherford, but when it closed,…read moreI started visiting mambo's empanadas, and at the beginning it didn't disappoint, with the inclusion of Peruvian plates in the menu, it became one of my favorite spots. But I'm not sure if there were changes in the kitchen. The food started to taste bland or too salty and after a couple of tries, we were there last around December 2024. Lo and behold, daughter was visiting and decided to give it a try since she hasn't been back to mambo in a while, food was very good and delicious, just like before. Here we are planning our next visit

My go-to spot on a nice day for their patio and BYOB! There's literally a liquor store on the next…read moreblock and they have delicious sangria mix and they'll put it in a pitcher for you. Staff is always very friendly and attentive. We always get the lomo steak montaditos and empanadas. The beef and guava and cheese...OBSESSED! I'd say the apps are much better than the entrees.

Picadillo breakfast sandwich (Joey the Mechanic) is an absolute winner…read more Picodillo French Omelette Swiss Potato Sticks and Spicy Mayo. So So Good!! Cuban is also a must try. Not in love with the empanadas. Coffee is also very very good. We stop in often just for a coffee. They could be a little bigger. One lady that's works there blasts the music so loud though it's jarring. Gotta turn it down when people walk in. Other than that this place is a 10/10

My coworker had their coconut shrimp empanada at a fair once and could not stop talking about it…read more So for his birthday, I hunted down where I could purchase them frozen. I drove and hour and a half but I wanted to surprise him. The interaction with the owner via direct message was fast, efficient, convenient, and so absolutely kind. I was able to pick them up after hours, was given instructions on how to cook them, AND they even followed up with me to make sure everything went smoothly. I CANNOT reiterate what a GREAT transaction this whole thing was. In any case, I got to visit their brick and mortar and it's cute inside. It's clean, fun, and I just loved the mini replica of their truck. The empanadas were DELICIOUS and PACKED with filling. It was flavor you can't find anywhere else and I love that! Originality is what makes people come back for more. If a business makes something you can't find anywhere else, they have a chokehold on you. I am SOOOO thankful they made my coworker's birthday one he will remember!

Came here on a Friday night and we asked to be seated upstairs as the music was more club music…read moreversus Latin music. The place is a decent size with full bar on both levels. They have a happy hour menu but it ended at 7 and we missed it. We ordered a pitcher of white sangria and I must say......I will go back just for the sangria alone. It was tasty and just strong enough. My friend got the fried whole snapper and I got the skirt steak. My steak was okay, but the black beans that accompanied my white rice was good. Our waitress provided good service as service as well. I'll definitely be back. For those interested, they have hookah.

Visited La Santa Bar & Grill the food was tasty we shared a Picada plate, with queso frito, we…read moreswapped out the blood sausage for something else. The service was good, the server paid great attention to us and checked in on us. The ambiance was nice I believe there is a club type area upstairs that was closed when we went. The space itself for the restaurant was a little tight. But overall I would recommend this restaurant. I can't wait to try their brunch which is available on Sunday.

I am 50% Colombian. So I know my fair share of Colombian cuisine and Shakira songs…read more I loved this place, servers were very nice! English friendly. Llevé a mi mamá aquí. las porciones son grandes. todo fue perfecto.

Stopped for some quick bites before closing. Empanadas and pan de bono are always my favorite…read morethings to get there!

As a Cuban, I'm very picky when it comes to Cuban food, and Rumba Cubana did not disappoint. The…read moreHaledon location is beautiful, lively, and perfect for a family dinner or a night out. We tried several dishes, but some of my favorites were the tostones topped with lechón, El Rumberito for sharing, the Poquito de Todo, and especially the Pasta Cuba Mía with ropa vieja -- absolutely delicious. The flavors really reminded me of home. Their cocktails are also worth trying; everything we ordered tasted great and the presentation was beautiful. The menu has a lot of variety, the prices are very reasonable, and the portions are generous. They also have Happy Hour and weekend entertainment with DJs or live bands depending on the night. Highly recommend making a reservation on busy weekends. Definitely a place I would visit again.

- Stopped in for lunch on a stormy Saturday right at opening time; we parked in the lot, which…read moreappears to be valet-only, though valet service hadn't started yet when we arrived - The restaurant is spacious with plenty of well-spaced seating; has a clean, comfortable atmosphere with warm lighting throughout; we especially loved being seated by the La Bodeguita del Medio wall art--it brought back so many great memories from our trip to Cuba! - Service was excellent: everyone was welcoming, friendly, and attentive throughout our meal, making us feel well taken care of from start to finish - The food was outstanding: portions are very generous; everything was fresh and flavorful--the meats were tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned, and the Caribbean Punch was strong, fruity, and incredibly refreshing - We'll definitely be back for dinner, as we can only imagine how lively and energetic the atmosphere is in the evening