Today the owner said " I don't know how I can make you happy." Huh? I called for a chicken sandwich…read moreno sauce in it (garlic sauce on side) which means DO NOT SAUTÉ IN SAUCE. Got home and viola! It's soaking with sauce PLUS it's on top of fries that's soggy already. When I called. I asked why it was not done per my requested. He said it's always sautéed. I said no when he asked if I can come pick up if he makes it again. And that above is what his response to me.

We order from here quite often, their food is delicious and always delivered hot! Great service and…read morethey deliver!

World Cup must have.. go Portugal CR7 for life.. The…read morePortugal favor is authentic, I usually get take out because I have a toddler. I use to diner in BYOB and vibe is excellent. Highly recommended... it is for sure a hidden treasure..

Amazing food and a great value! I got a Piri Piri Frango bowl to go and I had enough left over for…read morea full meal the next day. I called in my order and it was ready within 15 minutes. When I arrived, there was one other party waiting for an order, but not too many dining in-person. I got the vibe that it's more of a to-go type of place than sit-down dinner-date establishment. I will definitely be back.

I love coming here after Church on Sundays! I've gotten takeout, eaten at the restaurant in person…read moreand gotten catering. Each time I've eaten here the bbq pork short ribs have been so delicious! Ambiance: - a couple of tables, open kitchen where you can see all of the BBQ happening right in front of you - simple no frills decor Service: - if you dine-in staff takes your order at the table. All staff are friendly and patient when explaining the menu items Food: 1/2 size portion is perfect for 1 person and a full portion can comfortably feed 2. Ask for hot sauce- it goes great with everything - BBQ Chicken: perfectly charred, chicken was a bit dry. - BBQ pork Short ribs: tender and juicy, bbq sauce was tangy and sweet - Brazilian style beef: tender, juicy and seasoned well - bbq beef short ribs: tender, well seasoned, has a nice char

So I spent $17.57 for 3 ribs and 2 pounds of unflavored rice! Never again! If you like bland food…read morethis is your spot. They could learn from Algarve in Elizabeth and Craven in linden. The meat and rice are flavorful while Craven has the same portion of meat its still cheaper and Algarve is cheaper as well as giving 4 ribs! Wasted money I couldn't even eat it!

I went to Avo Ria Mar for a birthday dinner. The waiters were super patient and nice, which I…read morereally appreciated. However, my utensils were dirty when I sat down. the waiter apologized right away, but it made me wonder about the rest.The bread and salad were complimentary and both were really good. We started with a pitcher of red sangria, which everyone enjoyed. For entrées, we ordered the bacon-wrapped chicken (the sauce was tasty, but the chicken itself was dry), the braised short ribs (very good), and the seafood rice, which was delicious. The shrimp avo was just okay. Overall, I'd recommend the place for the friendly service and good food; just make sure your utensils are clean before you start eating.

5/5 Avo's Ria Mar -…read moreSouth River, NJ Everything about this visit was amazing -- from the calm, elegant atmosphere to the beautifully plated food. The restaurant feels bright, modern, and spotless, with white tablecloths and that perfect balance between fine dining and comfort. We ordered the Picadinho and the Seafood Mix, and both were incredible. The Picadinho had tender meat, shrimp, chouriço, and peppers -- perfectly seasoned and full of flavor. The Seafood Mix came loaded with clams, mussels, shrimp, and lobster in a rich, savory sauce that paired perfectly with their fluffy rice and homemade chips. The lobster was a bit on the firm side, but still flavorful and not bad at all overall. I also had a Caipirinha, and even though our server mentioned not being completely sure how to make it, it came out amazing -- refreshing, balanced, and surprisingly perfect. For dessert, the chocolate mousse had a nice flavor, though it was slightly grainy in texture, like powdered chocolate. Service was excellent -- friendly, attentive, and quick without feeling rushed. You can tell the staff and kitchen take real pride in what they do. Note: Dinner service starts at 3:00 PM, and prices increase slightly after that, so if you're looking for a lighter check, plan for lunch. Overall, Avo's Ria Mar is a beautiful spot with authentic Portuguese dishes, generous portions, and a refined yet welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend

Solid 4 Stars located in South River They have a convenient…read moreparking lot next to the building. We were sat quickly on a Saturday night. We were served a complementary salad that was delicious, the menu was simple I asked the server for suggestions, he quickly said the skirt steak was great, he had me at skirt. It was accompanied by Spanish fries and veggies my guests had picania with garlic butter and the chicken franchase every bite of every dish was great.

Food and service is excellent it is worth the drive and price…read more Finally a authentic Portuguese restaurant to go to

The dining area is very small but the food was tasty and overall a very good meal…read more We went for lunch on a Saturday and we got a fish sandwich and a crispy chicken sandwich. Both came with a decent amount of freshly cooked fries. The bread was nicely toasted and the sandwiches were decent sized. The chicken was breaded nicely. It was very moist and not greasy. The fish was not breaded and had excellent flavor. Got it with cabbage, lettuce, tomatoes and cheese. The green sauce on the side was delicious. We were actually full after half of our sandwiches and half the fries so we got to take home half of each sandwich and pretty much a full side order of fries. It traveled well and our son enjoyed our leftovers. The base sandwiches were only $8.25 each with fries. They do upcharge you for lettuce, cheese, tomatoes or any other toppings but it's only 50 cents per topping. I'm not sure how anyone can complain about $10 to $11 for a huge sandwich with fries in today's market. Whoever is reviewing this place and saying they are pricey hasn't been dining out in the last 20 years. We thought it was a great value and very fresh and flavorful. We were originally going to eat at La Hacienda but they are closed on Saturday and this was right around the corner as we were walking back to our car. They actually have on site parking which is a plus in Perth Amboy. There's nothing fancy about the inside, it's only a few tables but the place was very clean and the staff was very courteous. Definitely recommend and will need to return to try their other menu items.

Went there for lunch with my family. The food was mediocre, but the service was absolutely…read morehorrible. The waitress had a serious attitude problem and seemed like she didn't want to be there and was taking it out on her patrons

I recently have tried their chicken patty burger and their beef short rib tacos. I definitely…read morerecommend both of these options and both were delicious and enjoyable. I honestly like their beef short rib tacos and chicken patty burger way better than some of the other things I've tried on their menu.

The portions are good size. One downside was that it took a…read morevery long time for the food to come out when we thought it would be a quick bite as we pay and then the food is brought out. Overall the food was decent

Haven't been in person but we've ordered delivery a few times. Absolutely delicious food…read more Rotisserie chicken is flavorful and juicy. The sauces are delicious as well. Fries are good too. Can't go wrong with their rice and beans. Definitely want to try their lomo saltado and other dishes. Will go in next time to try the food while it's the freshest.

Dined in for the first time. I usually get take out and have always been happy with the food. Now I…read moregot a chance to also be happy with the welcoming, friendly service and the homestyle ambiance. I ordered the chicken cutlet with green spaghetti. The chicken cutlet was pounded super thin to the point that it covered more than half the plate. It was seasoned perfectly and fried to a nice crisp. The green spaghetti was a great accompanying dish. The pasta was perfectly al dente and the green sauce was earthy and flavorful. I will be dining in more often after such a pleasant experience.