This spot is a true hidden gem. One of the co-owners is Daniel and he is the friendliest!!! I honestly felt like I was in a 5 star restaurant. It literally was the little things that made this such a great experience. He held the door open for a customer carrying a lot of bags and who was struggling to open the door, handed us a paper towel after we each used the restroom (also it's a basic bathroom but clean!!), and this was THE icing on top: moved us to the other side of the small room because he said the wind draft would hit us when the door opens. He came over to talk to us because he said it can only be a good or bad thing if customers were quiet when eating the food. Well food was great and he was so friendly and shared a bit of his family's experience and history with food. Food wise we ordered the soup of the day (chicken), garlic shrimp, salmon, and beef rib. Also had some local Portuguese sodas. The salmon truly surprised me because it was crispy and tasty!! He also mentioned it's a BYOB and liquor wine store was across the street. Love this place. RUN don't walk!!! read more

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Amazing people ! Super nice and thoughtful . Didn't know I was going to make a friend ! Very sweet and food is best bbq in North newark , the only people who make it with love . & they're Christian ! Amen read more

First time visiting the restaurant. I enjoyed the food and the customer service. Food was tasty and full of flavor. Price very good for the amount of food we received. Will visit again soon. read more

What to say about this place. If it's not the custom art when you're picking up an order, or the friendliness from the owner himself. Now for the food I've had a few things on the menu and I'm still going back to try others. Their picadinho with chicken and shrimp is delicious make sure you order 20 minutes in advance and let it sit for a few so the full taste comes out and marinades it fully trust me delicious garlic chicken yum yum and if you like flan one of the best I've had his sister really makes it with love. read more

North Newark Barbeque - Personal art with your order - Portuguese Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

The positions were amazing for the price point. The chicken was worth every penny! We could have easily shared. The service was 5 stars! This cosy little spot is worth a revisit! Yummmmm read more

North Newark Barbeque - 1/2 chicken & 1/2 beef - Portuguese Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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North Newark Barbeque 344 Bloomfield Ave Chicken and ribs and fries and rice and Rotisserie chickens and French Fries with Ketchup and Ginger Ale read more

Great neighborhood Portugese spot. Owner is very attentive and the food is very well prepared. Great stop during the Cherry Blossom Festival. read more

Good food, good service. I especially like the spicy pork stew. The beef and pork ribs are always good also

My daughter's graduation party was a success. This place makes great dishes. Portuguese and Italian. read more

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I was so gung ho about having Churrasqueria for dinner. As usual, searched for it with my trusty Yelp app. I decided to try this place, I even have to make a U-turn because it was one of those places that you blink and you miss it kinda place. I ordered half chicken and half ribs & substituted the rice with the black beans with fries. Total was $21. Gave the man $25 for everything. He was polite and friendly. I got home, mouth watering, stomach grumbling for grub...Yes!!!!! I was so dismayed, the chicken was dry and so was the ribs. I know how to cook and have been through many Churrasqueria places that I know the food was at least a day old and was just reheated. I guess I should have heeded my senses when at 5:50pm, I was the only person picking up food from that place and I didn't see anything being cooked on the grill. The fries were so soggy, it will need Viagra. I have been calling the restaurant 10 times now with no response. I guess he knows I will be complaining. NEVER EVER WILL I BE STEPPING FOOT IN THIS PLACE. read more

North Newark Barbeque - Day or more old reheated chicken & ribs. - Portuguese Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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Food was delicious. Presentable party trays with big portions. Reasonable price. Also offer delivery

I could probably eat the frango a Lena here at least once a week if not more. Atmosphere: small, but never busy since I've been a frequent customer. Order at the front and sit, or call ahead and pick up, or call and have delivered if you're within range Food: all I'm gonna say is you need to try the frango a Lena. It's what makes this place. They cook chicken in olive oil and garlic. It's doused in it as it comes out and it almost looks like fried chicken but it isn't. The flavor is amazing, the chicken is tender and you can drizzle the oil on the rice and fries and ugh I'm drooling thinking about it now. Also, a half can comfortably feed two and it's only $11! I've also tried the half chicken and rib combo, and although it's plentiful I'd have to say I enjoy the pork ribs at ferry street BBQ much better. Service: impeccable. Friendly, fast, and conversational people work here. This is unmatched compared to any other BBQ place we've been to. I'll be back for you soon, frangoooo read more

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Wonderful dining experience!! If you love Portuguese food, this place is probably the best around. Small establishment but big flavors. Everything my family tried, we have enjoyed. Great amount of food for the prices, keeps us returning weekly. There's enough of an assortment for everyone to enjoy something. Cooks are exceptional at what they do. Every bite is delicious and packed with incredible tastes. Staff are friendly and keep the restaurant looking tidy. They keep up with the customers, never seem to be any long waits. Most importantly the food arrives quick! We'll be returning again soon, definitely should check it out if you haven't been before. read more

This place is fantastic! Small, family-owned restaurant on Bloomfield Avenue. The chicken is seasoned to perfection, and garlicky in a good way. The rice, beans, and those ribs are to die for!!! You get a lot of food for little money. Salivating as I type this... Love it! read more

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The food is great and perfectly seasoned, if you like a little spice ask for his homemade hot sauce. You have to check out this hidden gem on Bloomfield Ave. in North Newark... plus the owner is awesome!!! Good Eats! :) read more

Delicious Portuguese picadinho! Owned, managed, operated, even food cooked and prepared by very nice humble soft spoken efficient Portuguese family. read more

I ordered catering to feed a family of 10 and it was the best decision I made. My family, especially my dad who is hard to please, was very impressed and happy with all the food! I ordered: Beef Short Ribs -MUST TRY! Frango-A-Lena (chicken with olive oil & garlic) -MY FAVORITE!! Portuguese Style Chicken Salmon Yellow Rice Black Beans Steamed Vegetables All the meat and salmon were salted and seasoned to perfection. The rice & beans paired so well together. The chicken was tender and the beef was cooked perfectly. It wasn't overcooked like most other restaurants tend to do. The owner, Daniel, is very friendly and passionate about his food. It was my first time ordering and he was very patient, took the time to explain everything, and helped me choose the right amount for my family. There were plenty of leftovers for everyone. He even helped bring the food to my car. Excellent service, great food! I will definitely be back for more. read more

Excellent Portuguese churrasqueria. The frango-a-Lena (garlic chicken) was great and a very uncommon dish so it was a nice treat. Super friendly staff, great portions and clean facilities. Will definitely return next time we are in the area. read more

Great price, delicious garlic chicken and pork bbq ribs!!! I even enjoyed their rice and mixed vegetables, perfect entree. Definitely not my last visit. read more

The food and service is always fantastic every single time and it never disappoints! Food is delicious, the best portuguese food by far in north newark. And the Best customer service i've received at a restaurant they are always so attentive, welcoming and very friendly. read more

I wanted to love the food in this place. Instead, I love the place but the food is only eh. Many Yelpers gave the restaurant fantastic reviews. It is true that the owner is nice and friendly but here are the cons: First of all, they don't cater to a working crowd so don't start serving lunch food until around noon time. That was a bit late for me - the upside being that the wait sent me for a walk in nearby Branch Brook Park where the cherry blossom trees were in full bloom so my wait was definitely not wasted. Second of all, the chicken doesn't taste bbq'd. It tasted like it was steamed and then bbq'd to crisp up the skin, and not enough, either. The chicken itself was not pigeon-sized, but it wasn't a nice, big bird either. I didn't love the fries but I actually disliked the rice, which was soupy and soft. So, I'm still on the lookout for a great bbq joint in northern Newark. Please share if you know of anything special! read more

This place is absolutely amazing! Everything is very good but their garlic chicken is to die for!!!!! I've got many hooked on to this place! Try it, I promise you will love it! read more

Very clean place inside. The gentleman behind the counter is very nice. The food here is the best Portuguese BBQ in North Newark. read more

Very good food and great service. Family owned. Can't go wrong with the chicken or beef ribs.

We ordered catering for a small family party. The food was incredible and everyone was happy to take home a plate of leftovers. The beef short rib was cooked perfectly and their garlic chicken with rice & beans is delicious. The owner even helped us load everything into the car. We will definitely order catering again and stop in for lunch! read more

I have been to this establishment a few times already. I have made the acquaintance of the owner Danny and he is a fabulous person. You can tell he takes Artisanal care of his menu and recipes. He expounds on his process and this is encouraging for the customer. I ordered the marinated pork skirt steak for Super Bowl a day early. He really only requires 40 minutes advance notice to get it done right but he managed to marinate it for me overnight. It was absolutely amazing and a big hit at my Super Bowl party. I think I am done with grill master and Bloomfield Avenue barbecue for one they're both always ridiculously packed and it's affecting their customer service and food items. Secondly I don't even know who owns Bloomfield Avenue barbecue and the owners at grill master seem to have just passed on the business to the children. I would recommend the frango a lena, the skirt steak of course and beef ribs which are made to order. As a matter fact I hesitate giving this great recommendation because then this place will become too packed as well, but that would be a great thing for Danny and would reward his hard work and dedication to his craft and customers. read more

Food always good. Except one time I feel like they slacked. Also I wish they excepted debit/credit. So make sure you have CASH! I really wanted to order from them one day but didn't have cash on hand & was not able to go to the bank or atm at the time. Bummer. Overall they are amazing with the food & customer service. read more

Portions are great, price point awesome, good pickled vegetables, food is always fresh and clean place

Great Food, The Server is GREAT knows his foods and is a people's person. Keeps you entertained while you wait for the food. Def recommend this place to anyone look for GREAT FOOD and a GREAT price point. read more

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The owner is very helpful. He really cares about the customers. He explained what's in the food that we ordered and their specialty. The food like how these guys treat you will never disappoint. The food is bomb especially the spicy bbq beef ribs. read more

This is the easiest five stars I've ever given. One taste of their crispy, toasty and perfectly charred ribs is all you need for you to do the same. Real hands on family business. So attention is giving to your order and to you. BYOB so do bring your wine and your appetite. I seriously wish I could give a 6 star reading. Cause if I could I would. read more

Their food is DELICIOUS! The garlic roasted chicken (I forget the Portuguese name for it) is AMAZING! The staff here is very nice and accommodating. read more

The food is fresh, made to order and well portioned. It is worth a try if you've never been. Affordable as well. Parking can be an issue just as a heads up so its best to call in your order. The owner is extremely courteous and remembers his customers. read more

Awesome restaurant! It was worth breaking my diet no regrets! The special chicken is to die for. love family owned restos! Must visit this place!!!!!! Will definitely come back here! read more

You'll be hard-pressed to find a better frango anywhere in Newark, including any of the well-known fine restaurants in the ironbound. The quality and flavor is superior. Also be sure to get the spicy mustard barbecue sauce on any of the ribs you order. The owner really cares about good service and serving high-quality food. read more

Friendly, family owned, community business serving a garlic chicken dish (can't remember what it's called) that is PHENOMENAL!!!

Came here instead of going to that bbq place a block or two down the street because of how rude they are and how disgusting there ribs tasted when I tried them out! The man in the front who took my order was wonderful treated me like family and the food here is AMAZING !!! Best bbq in north newark in my opinion . Half a chicken w/ ribs had a great flavor to them and dont you get me started on those fries out of this world ! I would give them 6 stars if i could :) read more

Excellent. Fresh, fresh, fresh! Delicious!! My new favorite Newark BBQ place! Better than the down neck places! Just like I remember it back in the 1980s. read more

Nice place for the famous Portuguese bbq, plus is inexpensive and the people who work here are also the owners so you can always get a first class service and any complain address it directly to the owner. read more

Stopped in here with a friend for dinner at about 6:30 on a Friday night. The restaurant is clean and staff was friendly and accommodating. I got the house salad and half chicken with french fries and rice. It was absolutely delicious. The chicken was excellent, well seasoned and cooked perfectly. The meal was enormous and cost $10. I was very impressed and I will definitely be coming back. read more