Horrible horrible service, got here at 2:30 p.m let alone they didnt tell us that there was a two hour service limit until 7pm....unfair for customers...service was nasty and told us to leave........Disgusting.....make sure you tell your waitress or waiters to tell customers upfront what your limits are at lit 21.... poor Service and unacceptable as an establishment ......sucks luckily they got a one star....would've of given them nothing... read more

Staff seemed extremely concerned about their devices rather than helping. Only one guy seemed like he cared about his business. I stay in one of the nicest high rises in their neighbourhood - if you are in the service industry maybe focus on the service. read more

From the time we walked up to the hostess to check-in for our reservation to the time we walked out, we were greeted and departed with kindness and professionalism... the manager Emelin was fantastic and very personable... we were seated promptly and our server Zoe was pleasant and attentive to our needs ... we got hookah and the watermelon flavor was good and the price was reasonable ( you have to pay for the hookah upon delivery to the table) ...the food ( we had the crab cakes, scallops, steak, sautéed spinach) was all fresh, hot and came out quickly. The music made you want to dance and I did at my table ... the vibes altogether was great... the place was well run and met the precautions necessary for the current state our country is in ... I'd definitely recommend them and have already made my next reservation with other friends because my first experience was great read more

Pretty chill spot. No cover (Tuesday). Tuesday was Latin night and the music was good. Drink specials on Tuesday are amazing ! I ordered so many drinks and my tab was only $33. The hookah was $12 (no refills). The mixed drinks were okay. They have this device that measures the exact amount of liquor that should be poured into a cup so I was a little disappointed at that. read more

Lit 21 - Hookah ($12) - Sports Bars Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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They say they have happy hour n then they change it on u when u go there during the COVID smh hmmm

Horrible service please do not waste time or money. I mean very bad. I wouldn't wait or go for no reason

Came here for work lunch! This last year and middle of the day. The staff and GM was having having a meeting. That's how empty it was at that time. Usually it's packed! The outdoor dining is wonderful. The seating is really nice for stool seats and the tufted booth seats available also on the other side outside. Nice waterfront view and the service, food and drinks (non-alcoholic) were good. read more

I don't think I would come back to this establishment or recommend it. Customer service wasn't the best, there was hair in my food, the food was very mediocre. Nothing to brag about or really enjoy here. I'm sure they have the potential to be great, but I don't think they are there yet. I wouldn't waste my time or money again. read more

There are a few issues I'm going to address as to why Lit21 is receiving 1 star. The only reason for the 1 star is their Security is excellent and on point. Now, first off, the Parking which isn't even Valet parking, you're being charged $10 to park. I was there as one of the people in the party attending. We were led to a very tight small area that was suppose to be a "VIP section". There was no way we fit comfortably with one sofa sized seat to sit on when there was alot of people for this particular amount of people. Very uncomfortable. Second, the music could've been better by having more updated music playing not to mention some club/dance music. Too much Pop, too much old Rap, and too much Spanish music played. Lastly, the Package Deal price was way overt what was originally set! A certain price was set for the package deal but once the event was over with, they come with a bill of over $100 more than what was to be paid!! Waayyyy to expensive! Was not worth almost $650 for the tiny tight area, 1 small sofa sized seat, and a couple of bottles of liquor! I have read other reviews and have noticed people complaining about charges/fees that should not have occurred. And also being overcharged! I would not recommend this establishment because of their overpricing and overcharging of drinks and so called party package deals! I am also going to put in a complaint with the Better Business Bureau. Lit 21 should accommodate their customers and NOT charge more money with hidden fees that they add on to your original set price! That just isn't good business with customers, especially new ones! Why charge over $100 more?! The price for a party of 15 people should NOT have been almost $650!! THAT IS INSANE!! I will be putting my review of Lit21 on Facebook, Yelp, and Google. Something needs to be done as far as their prices and customer service. I don't think it's fair whatsoever in accordance with their package prices that they should be overcharging someone that works hard, has 5 children to take care, trying to enjoy their birthday for a few hours!! Shame on you Lit21!! That's just BAD BUSINESS!! read more

my girlfriend and I went to brunch this past Sunday and to say we were disappointed is an understatement! our server was being pulled in all different directions, we had about 6 different people coming up to our table yet when we would ask them to refill our glasses we were told that we needed to wait for our server. We had ordered their brunch with unlimited mimosas, which was for 90 mins. We got one glass of mimosas within an hour and our food came out cold! Overall it was an unpleasant experience. We did make the Manager on duty aware of this and he gave us 10% off of the bill and left a pitcher of mimosas at our table. Definitely more of a drinking, hookah, listening to music type of vibe. read more

I went here last week with friends for the first time, got right in with the $20 cover. I don't recommend bringing any coats or hats bc my friends had to pay $55 just to hang up there coats. Friendly bouncers and cops there too to check IDs and pat you down. Once you get in there's a section as a restaurant area with a main bar and tables to eat with TVs. Also a lounge area with seating and couches. Other half of the place is the club part with a main bar, dance floor area and plenty of tables and seating. DJ played good music and he was good himself, in my opinion it was way too loud. When I left the place my ears were ringing. Drinks were good, and they have a guy who's lit up with lights playing the drums which was cool to see. This place is great for a fun night out! read more

So reading the reviews I was so scared of how my actual visit would go and sorry my experience was totally different. I went on a Friday night and had reservations. It was very busy a lot of ppl were there. We got checked in and was seated within 3-5 minutes of us arriving. Waitress was nice got our food and drinks in a timely manner. Got a hookah too, but table was kinda small didn't meet the wall. Other than that I had no issue. It was a mixed crowd they played mostly Spanish music with like 2-4 Afro beat songs and went back to Spanish music, but whatever. My food was really good and I wasn't expecting that. We used cash and cards. It was 5 of us and 3 card max which was perfect cause me and my friend had cash and my other friends had cards. So no issue with the check. They added the gratuity so everything was good. I wld go back again we might for their Thirsty Thursday's. I am an African American woman and did not experience any racism as read in some reviews and I did see a few black staff. So hopefully ppl who are going there have good experience as I did! read more

This is place has HORRIBLE customer service! I called to inquire about their birthday packages and the girl that picked up the phone was terrible! She barely spoke into the phone or answered my questions, I was given one word responses as if I was bothering her. It was definitely off-putting to the point I did not want to even spend my money to book there. Also, please read the reviews of this place because its seems as if they cater to one specific group of people although they are located in the heart of Newark! read more

Ordered from this place via Uber Eats. My salmon Caesar wrap wasn't a wrap and didn't have the salmon I ordered. The pasta we ordered (penne vodka and Mac and cheese) lacked any flavor. BF got sliders and they were DRY. The Arepas on the menu said it was supposed to be topped with Braised beef, guac, pico and quest fresco but we didn't get any of that. Just dry Arepas. The only thing that didn't end up wrong was the hand-cut fries but even there the fries seem like frozen seasoned fries, not hand cut at all. I'm suspicious we didn't even get food from the right restaurant!! It's like all of our food got switched out for pale imitations! read more

How is this place gonna charge me for parking, charge me for entry, and charge me to rack my sweater which was mandatory for entry. i basically ALMOST spent $50 before even going inside. I Havent bought a single drink. smh read more

first time i got in with my friends and they told us we can't have no drink from other places and told us to leave but won't let us stand inside till our Uber come so we had to stand outside cold. Second time we got there 12:46am they told us that door closed when this place opens 24 hours? Doesn't make any sense. read more

i finally came here & it was a MESS. for one they do NOT have brunch anymore & they wont even tell you until you start ordering. they messed up our order about 3 times. we were not accommodated w/ anything but a "im sorry". the only good thing about this place is the mimosas. they had ONE flavor of hookah, the menu is not up to date on here. the staff does not really care for the customers, just your pay. i gave them 3 debit cards to split the bill & they charged it all on one card which was CRAZY!!!! never again!! every employee is a spanish speaking person so its mostly spanish music or events there which is weird also but ok. you get what you pay for. i do NOT recommend to NO ONE honestly. read more

Had a great time this eve. Crowd is young sexy. Staff is friendly and accommodating and the the location is almost perfect. newark truly needs and deserves an additional social venue. It seems this new establishment received and executed on a lot of the mistakes of previous lounges/restaurants in this location by changing the dark tinted windows and increasing access to the rear patio. My remaining advise is that there are ways to keep a venue high end and "exclusive" without dress codes i.e. soho house or even Marcus BP but lit is starting off great. read more

I think this place is lit literally ! Been here 4x and vibes are great and hookah is good ! customer service never fails

So I have never gone to this place nor will I ever. Not with his hanging on the wall. Any place that has a neon sign saying they they are f*cking classy is no where near classy. Oh and I had to put one star to post the review. It's really zero stars. read more

Lit 21 - Sign from window - Sports Bars Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

Sam was our waiter and he was amazing! From the moment we walked in, he was sooo on it. The food and the drinks were amazing. Definitely coming back! read more

Bad service and flys are included. Took 20 mins to get draft beers to us. First and last visit!!! read more

Lit 21 - Fly included in the salad. - Sports Bars Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

Went for the football games on Sunday, there was a DJ blasting music the whole time so I couldn't hear the game, it was like a night club, food was decent, waitress was hot, probably won't go back. read more

This place is honestly disgusting. I found roaches crawling on the floor and there was unidentifiable black soot in my water. The food was subpar and the drinks were severely watered down and overpriced​. The staff was also incredibly rude. Go somewhere else it's the worst experience I've ever had. read more

I enjoyed myself at this establishment but I will not forget how long it took for my party to enter the club. I'm not sure if the security just was having a bad day or personal issue meaning racist or sexist but I am completely disappointed. My male friend was judge off his outfit and sexual orientation then singled out for minor things. (Outfit specifically a shirt not having a button)We are living in a new day and age people are free to do what they want. The manager is so soft spoken she mind as well worked the door with security because everything was an issue. For certain people. I wouldn't accept my workers making issues at the place of business. Over all the music and bar was great. Food could have been better need more selections. In my own opinion this is a place for Hispanic people. read more

If I could give Zero stars I would. We went here last night to celebrate my cousins birthday. It was clear that Black people are not preferred. From when we entered the door to when we entered the bar area we were being followed and watched. It is primarily Hispanic in this spot. The treatment was disgusting and rude. We were told by a security guard we could sit near the pool table section and when we did some woman came over and told us we had to move. However, there were plenty of others coming and going as they pleased. We spent a lot of money in here in a short period of time and ended up leaving within 1 hour of being there. The manager short white man was nasty and harassing a black man at the door saying he didn't pay and he literally had just paid $30 for entry. Never again! We felt very unwelcome and it was clear we were not wanted. read more

Great spot for brunch or lunch to watch sports. Also great space if you want to tune up a bit over the longe life. DJ's are great with playing music between sports. Great specials with food! A good recommend for eye candy women as well. read more

OOOOMG!!! iT Was Wonderful!!! Emelin was Soooo Great in many ways!!!! During this time of The Corona/COVID 19 i wasn't sure i was gonna come out to my Sister's Birthday Dinner but Emelin help me & my group feel sooooo comfortable. I enjoyed myself to the Fullest!!!! Our server Chrystal was just as Great!!!! I hope when i come back(which be soon hopefully) I'll get them or The Treatment That They Gave!!! No Less Than! read more

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I stopped in for happy hour and a bday drink on Friday but ended up staying because there was great music and drinks. The bartenders were attentive and ensured I had a good experience. Its always a good touch when the manager checks in with you. Good music and food....my new spot for lunch, drinks and to watch the games. read more

Came here to watch the St. Peter's game. Lots of TVs. Lots of seats. Calamari was good so was the shrimp borracho. Drinks were okay. Typical club drinks not strong but tasty. Got the beef nachos also , do not recommend. It's basically a bowl of hormel's chili out of a can with melted cheese on top and the stale nacho chips on top or on the side. Overall would come back again. read more

This place is very bad. Waiters are really rude!!!! Do not waste your money!!!

Good spot staff very friendly. Drinks were good- Good atmosphere nice music dope spot read more

Overpriced and not that great! Make sure you check your check because they like to add on items that you did not order and gratuity is already included in the check but sometimes you are not aware of that because they don't give you the itemized bill. Poor business practice. I would not recommend. read more

Dope spot, really nice energy and decor. The security is a bit over the top but efficient. If your looking for a chill energy call and reserve a table. Food was great just like the drinks . I will definitely be back. read more

I went to this place Saturday night with my family, the service people are not friendly, they messed up my order and got us wrong plates, refused to replace. The food is subpar. read more

Just order drinks and leave. Don't bother looking at the food menu. The sauce is sickening, the food comes off as pre-made food that has been sitting there waiting for someone to order it. The food had hair in it and isn't prepared welled just in general. Very simple. read more

Lit 21 - A hair I found under my fries - Sports Bars Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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I pull up, they charge be with a 20 dollar cover to park my car. then I get charged with another 20 at the door, then I get charged with a coat check. about 45 bucks before seeing a drink. the music and the volume is good but no dance floor. you can dance where your standing at. We got bottle service and the tables were real small. Just enough for our bottles and a hookah. read more

After being invited to attend Lit21 Im being accused of theft of service for not paying my bill. I had to leave the table to go order my drink from the Bar which I paid in cash for my drink. Then I ordered wings and paid the waitress cash for my food. Now I'm being accused of not paying my bill said to be $40. This false accusation has me in the security system denying me entrance into other Bars and Concerts on my vacation in Canada. I never received any notification of this accusation from Lit21 or it's security staff. They have my photo and name in the system causing me not to be allowed in any establishments that uses the same ID scanning system. This false accusation cost me hundreds of dollars. Lit21 will not return my calls after leaving messages. This is totally f**k up and wrong! Do Not Pay With Cash or They will falsely accuse you of not paying after you leave and put you in the system for theft of service. read more

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re black. I came here for a friend party and the security especially the male, was being very racist towards my party. It made the night very uncomfortable. I don't recommend this place for people of color. It is made for a Latin group only. read more

It was my first time coming to this place and the bartender was a little behind. I notice a female run to us and asked if we needed anything since we were sitting there for a while. The young lady attended to us fast and very sweet. Made us our drinks was very attentive. We also asked if we can speak to the manger to inform her how great this lady was. The young lady said I am the manager and we all laughed. I said to her wow I have never seen such a nice attentive manager before. Food was fantastic, her services were pleasant, We will return thanks again!!! read more