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    Minhoto Restaurant

    3.8 (59 reviews)
    ModeratePortuguese
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Jillene W.

    I can't believe I have never reviewed my favorite Portuguese restaurant in Elizabeth! I have been going to Minhoto for over 15 years and it just keeps getting better. It can be frustrating at times going to restaurants over a long period of time and sometimes the recipes change, but Minhoto has remained consistent. They took care of the parking situation and now there is free parking around the corner at the church. Or you can always find parking on the street however that can be challenging at times. Since Covid, the restaurant has definitely gone to the next level in terms of ambience. You can now sit outside in a really cute and cozy terrace area or you can enjoy dining inside in the newly updated dining room. You can also sit by the bar, which always has several games going. Food as always was delicious. I always enjoy the complementary olives and bread that they bring. We always order the garlic shrimp as an appetizer or as the meal because it's so delicious! The sauce that comes with it makes your mouth water just at the smell. This time I ordered the steak on the tile and it was good however, I'm not sure if I would order it again. It wasn't my favorite. My friend ordered the seafood in green sauce and that was delicious. Every trip to the restaurant is always met with great customer service and hospitality. It goes without saying that I will be back.

    Sasha t.

    Heyyyyyyyyy you guys! Well what in the bad food and service is happening. The sangria excellent, the bread delicious and the entrees it went down hill. We opt'd for the linguine with seafood it fell flat on flavor. Then the paella this is a Portuguese restaurant the paella should be fire and it's def not. The seafood had no flavor, it was all over cooked-such a disappointment l. If I ever I go back it is strictly for the sangria. All else is an epic fail. 3 outta of 10 pick another place super disappointed.

    Exotic dessert mango/passion fruit

    Portuguese Food was not bad, definitely was expecting more. Higher expectations. Asked for more crackers for the sapateira recheada and they literally just brought one cracker. The atmosphere was nice. Asked if a certain stew on the special was enough for 2 people, they said yes and definitely was not enough. They didn't have couple of desserts on the menu. Had to go with my 3rd choice.

    Short rib
    Sarah P.

    Had family visiting all the way from Florida and wanted to go somewhere special! This place was perfect. The outdoor area was so fun - reminded me of a backyard bbq at a friend's house or something. All the food was great - the lobster, garlic shrimp & exotic bomb dessert were some of my favs. Drinks were amazing too, my favorites were the peach sangria and the liquor 43 shot with passion fruit juice (that was literally the best thing I've ever tasted, who would've thought). They have so many sangrias and drinks to choose from. The service was amazing - the servers really made our dinner special!! Definitely will be back here for our next occasion :)

    Calamari
    Stephanie K.

    Visited this restaurant with my cousin which was recommend by her friend. My meal was horrible and I only enjoyed the red sangria. I ordered the calamari which was average and the red snapper which was not cooked or grilled throughly and the taste was very bland (no seasoning). CON: 1. Waiter barely understood English 2. Pricey (bill $182)

    Desiree F.

    I got together with some friends to get food and some drinks. I made reservations for 6pm. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I walked in and the hostess asked if we wanted to sit inside or out and we sat inside by the bar. Claudia was our server and she was very nice. We all wanted the sangria so that's what we ordered. I wasn't feeling it so I switched to the red wine. The garlic shrimp came out and it looked great. I dug in and it was very tasty. The bill was very affordable. We definitely enjoyed our time and would return.

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    Marta F.

    Came here for dinner with my husband and my oldest son and are we glad we did! Parking is hard to find but you can park in St. Michael's church parking lot right around the corner. Be advised don't let the look of the building from the front detour. Once in the back it's like a hidden tropical oasis, who would think this place is in downtown Elizabeth. We called ahead for reservations and when we arrived our table was ready. Our waitress Crystal was attentive and gave us great service. The food was on point and fresh!!! Oh the SANGRIA off the hook We started with the calamari, Perfect! I ordered the picadinho mixto, my son ordered the steak on tile, and my husband ordered the house bacalhau. The three of us were very happy with our selection. Perfect flavor and huge portions., we all had leftovers. I hands down recommend this spot for any occasion. It will not disappoint!!!

    The food here is always amazing and good. No matter what I order everything always tastes fresh. The waiters here are very nice and I have developed friendships with some of them. The service is always amazing, the food gets here quick and even on busy days the food still tastes amazing as always. Not to mention the ambiance of the place is absolutely amazing. There is an outside and inside place to eat which are both beautiful. There is always nice music playing and the atmosphere is always a pleasure to be in. This is undeniably mine and my kids favorite restaurant to eat at.

    Great seating but some chairs were wobbly
    Dana T.

    Loved the place will visit again. Wish I spoke Portuguese but not a necessity. If you love Portuguese food they are top notch

    Dan L.

    This is the worst restaurant meal I've had in the past three years, and it was expensive! The chicken was rubbery, the texture of undercooked chicken. The other meat dish we got wasn't as bad, but it was bland (other than being oversalted). The fries were room temperature and soggy, as if they'd been sitting out for hours. On the plus side, the bread was pretty good.

    Leria N.

    I like this restaurant. I really like the grilled fish. I have been a costumer for years. It is one of favorite place in town. BUT the costumer service is not as great as it used to be. I ordered a grilled fish to go. BUT, they forgot to add my potatoes which I really like. I called to complain, the girl wasn't nice and lied about my order. In deed she did NOT care about it. She was irresponsible. Just MAKE SURE ur order is fine before You take it. TO GO experience has to improve! I still go back cuz the fish, but I won't leave without making sure everything is ok. I know what ordered and I paid for.

    BBQ Chicken

    The service quality is spectacular felt like home and the food is superb. This is a find in the gem and I'll definitely be coming back

    Picadinho
    Judith G.

    This was first time coming here and I must say it was a good experience. It wasn't really crowded at the bar area which is where we decided to sit. They have another room which is a bit more fancier. When we sat down we were immediately greeted by the waitresses. For drinks we started with sangria which was really good. We got a whole pitcher which felt like never ending sangria. For our entree i got the grilled shell steak which I was excited to try. My boyfriend got the picadinho. They both came with a side of rice and fries. I was not pleased with the shell steak. It was never fatty. But I got to try my boyfriends picadinho and it was great. Very flavorful. I wish I ordered that instead. They do give a lot of food. We had enough to take left overs of both meals. I would definitely come back but try something else besides the shell steak.

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    Great food and friendly staff! Loved the paella and grilled lobster. Great for a date or a birthday dinner :3

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    We ordered rodizio. It took about an hour before our food came. Customer service is horrible. Our waitress didn't check up on us.

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    Had the picanha and it was delicious - came with rice, delicious beans and french fries. Definitely going to go back 10/10 would recommend.

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