BEST AUTHENTIC PERUVIAN FOOD hands down. I thought I took more photos of our plates but honestly…read morethey were so yummy we all dove in and scraped our plates clean. We started with octopus for the table and if anyone knows about octopus, it's either a hit or miss. This octopus was a hit! Flavorful, cooked to perfection and overall delicious! We enjoyed Arroz Chaufa Mixto, Jalea and Tallarin Saltado. Pro Tip: : I ordered a second plate of octopus for myself and cut it up to put in my Tallarin Saltado with chicken, steak and shrimp. Hubby loved the ceviche (I'm prego so couldn't taste) and said it was some of the best he had. All the food tasted fresh, well seasoned and good quality. The portions are very generous and I feel like we got a great value for our evening. A true culinary experience we enjoyed. We went on a Friday night where we got to experience some pro Karaoke singers lol it made it fun and although it was dark with party lights, definitely still family friendly as I had my baby there.

The menu has changed. However the flavor is still there. This time we had the chicha morada BBQ…read moreribs. They were delicious. We had never had it before. They didn't have arroz con leche on the menu anymore which was a bummer.

If you want a great meal, served with a smile in a welcoming family oriented restaurant...Casa…read moreVasca is the place for you! From the moment you walk in you are treated like family. Something that is a rarity in 2026! The first thing you are offered is soup. Along with fresh baked bread. My favorite dish is the shrimp in garlic (camarones al ajillo), simple but delicious. Served with yellow rice & spanish potatoes. Dont forget to dip the bread in the garlicky sauce! Finish your meal with an espresso & a flan catalan (if you have room). I have enjoyed many, many meals at Casa Vasca & have always been treated like a member of the family. Never a rude server. A+ service. Casa Vasca is not just a restaurant, for some of us who grew up in the area, its home! And you know what they say, "theres no place like home"!

If I can give 0 stars here, I definitely would. Extremely rude and racist staff. They are basically…read moreracist against anyone who are not Spanish. We came in with a group of six and ordered paella to share together. Everything was fine in the beginning, and they even served soup and bread to us. Then our group was quite surprised when we looked at the bill and found out we were charged $20 for the soup. I mean it would be totally fine if they didn't serve us the soup. But they didn't notify us about the charge for the soup and gave us the option to opt-out. Basically, they imposed an extra order of the soup on us without our permission. Then when we split the bill among our group, the staff gave us a nasty attitude with rolling eyes. I mean. How our group handled the bill and split the payments among our members is none of your fucking business. Save your money and avoid this at all costs. Don't even want to call them a restaurant since they are not even qualified to be one. There are so many better places with much friendlier services in the area.

Overall: 5 stars…read more Located in American dream, Jarana is a Peruvian restaurant with an expansive menu featuring classics of ceviche and roast chicken to everything beyond such as fried rice and pasta. The restaurant was aside live acoustic guitar covers and quite the vibe to complete the quality food that was served impressively quick. Octopus Skewer - deliciously tender, paired magically by the herbaceous green sauce with a kick; the fried plantains add a tart sweetness, and the maize is fascinatingly large. Food: +1 Presentation: +1 Price: E Atmosphere: +1 Service: E Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli: @amei_eats Insta/TikTok: @ameizing.race

We stopped by Jarana at American Dream after a full afternoon at the mall, and it turned out to be…read moresuch a fun dinner. The restaurant is colorful, lively, and has a great atmosphere without feeling too formal. We started with the Tuna Wantacos. Our server warned us that they were spicy, and he was right -- definitely a little kick, but very flavorful. The white fish ceviche was bright and refreshing, with that tangy, salty leche de tigre that really wakes up your appetite. The Lomo Saltado was hearty and satisfying, but my favorite dish of the night was the Seafood Arroz Chaufa. It came topped with an omelet and had squid, fried shrimp, and plenty of seafood throughout. Really comforting, savory, and filling -- I would absolutely order this again. We also had chicha morada and a passion fruit drink. I've always liked purple corn drinks, so the chicha morada was an easy favorite. We finished with a chocolate dessert, which was a nice ending after such a big meal. Overall, a very enjoyable Peruvian dinner with fun décor, good flavors, and plenty of variety. I'd definitely come back, especially for the seafood fried rice.

the food was really delicious, the customer service was amazing. I had the chicken and cheese…read moreempanada and it might have been one of the best ones I have had in my life. The meat they serve here is very tender and juicy, it is really good

Crepe w/ chocolate ice cream and strawberry and banana was okay…read moreMaicito Monchy was not not my favorite it was too oily, and expensive for the quality of meats and ingredients. Chicken avocado wrap was decent/"refreshing" I may order it again. The Empanada combo was not the greatest either, too oily and they cheap out on the ingredients.. I would recommend the batidos for sure Mora, papaya and strawberry and banana, would be great on a summer day, however, if you're on a diet I may ask if they can take it easy on the condensed milk addition. If you are a clean freak I would maybe pass on this location. Sauce containers are dirty and literally looked like they were reused, sticky tables, sticky bathroom floors and they gave us a bag to take food that clearly looked like it was used before :/. Overall I appreciate that the business is open, providing jobs for the community and I truly wish Business best of luck. P.s of you dine in, please be sure to review your receipt, tip may already be included!

After nearly 40 years, I finally returned to Spanish Tavern in Newark, and I am happy to say it is…read moreevery bit as wonderful as I remembered. From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and ensure everything was perfect throughout our meal. My wife ordered the salmon topped with crab, and it was outstanding--tender, perfectly cooked, and a very generous portion. I had shrimp with pepper sauce was equally impressive, packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. The sides of fresh vegetables, yellow rice, and the homemade potato chips complemented the meal beautifully. Dessert was the perfect ending to a fantastic evening. The flan was simply incredible--smooth, rich, and full of flavor. The chocolate cake was absolutely decadent and worth every bite. Spanish Tavern offers plenty of convenient parking and a warm, inviting atmosphere that makes it ideal for a date night, family dinner, or special occasion. What impressed me most is that after four decades, this restaurant continues to deliver outstanding food, exceptional service, and a memorable dining experience. Some places come and go. Spanish Tavern has stood the test of time, and for good reason. It remains a truly special place to enjoy great food and even better company. Highly recommended! I'd rate it 5 stars without hesitation.

We came here for dinner on a weeknight, a bit late, and were quite literally the only party in the…read morerestaurant seated for the rest of the night. They had a decent amount of servers and one or two parties at the bar when we sat down, but no one else came in to get seated which was interesting given how many tables they had and how nicely everything was set. The vibe of this restaurant felt a little more upscale than we expected so staff were in black tie dress, but since no one else was there, we didn't feel too out of place. Menu had a good selection of dishes and we shared a few for the entire meal. Taste was fine, solid and decently priced. I enjoyed the paella. Overall, not a bad experience, just felt a little eerie due to the lack of patrons. We enjoyed it nonetheless and wish Spanish Tavern more success!

We came here on a Sunday morning for some traditional Peruvian breakfast…read more We ordered two pan con chicharron and a chicken tamale. For a drink, we went with the jugo especial. The pan con chicharron was incredibly packed, I could not even fit it in my mouth, so much flavor yet little fat. The tamal was good, not the best I've had but pretty solid. Both were "true" Peruvian servings. The jugo especial was very good!! It took me back to going to the mercado back home and getting one. The service is absolutely incredible. The owner is incredibly sweet and told us his story about his family's restaurant back home. They have plenty of seating and a nice bar area as well. I will most definitely be coming back to give their lunch and dinner dishes a try!

We came here on a Wednesday night around 730. Looks like a fairly new place with not alot of foot…read moretraffic but I'm glad we took a chance and went inside for dinner. Their food is 10/10 with large portions, fair prices and most importantly, the food was flavorful and hit the spot! steak fried rice- lots of umami, generous portion and topped with scrambled egg. This is a must order! Bistek Ala pobre- a bowl of white rice, fried plantains, French fries and 2 pieces of steak seasoned very well. Breaded chicken with rice and plantains and fries- thinly breaded and crispy, a generous portion as well! Lime lemonade - a carafe we order- sweet and flavored just right! Base ceviche- a must order as well! Perfectly balanced and seasoned with lime and everything needed for a great ceviche. They have other kinds but I'd gladly order this again. Street parking, service is friendly, credit cards/ cash. Restrooms are clean.

Food (grilled chicken and ropa vieja) was very good and portion size was great, especially for the…read moreprice.

Latin Grill (Located at the Coca-Cola Eats Food Court inside…read moreAmerican Dream Mall) 1 American Dream Way East Rutherford, NJ 07073 Chiccharon I was originally filled with optimism when I witnessed this crowed at this Latin American casual eatery. As I opened the container, my optimism quickly disappeared. The appearance of the plate was not visually appealing. The chiccharon was sloppily thrown on top. I also felt the ratio of rice far outweighed the protein by a long shot. I was expecting the rice to be served in the smaller compartment and the meat to be placed in the largest compartment. But, it was an advantage to have two sides automatically included. The pork had an airy, crunchy taste. Although it was decent, I felt something was missing because no dip was provided. While there are other options at the Coca-Cola Ears food court, I'm afraid to say that next time I will bypass this stall. #latingrill #cocacolaeatsfoodcourt #americandream #latinamericancuisine #eastrutherfordnj

I've always wondered when I'll find a more aesthetic Ecuadorian spot and I finally found one. This…read moreis not your typical hole-in-the-wall (that's what Ecuadorian places tend to be and where the best food is) it's a beautiful restaurant you actually want to recommend and brag about. So glad this place exists. The aesthetic is really well done, and the food absolutely delivers. The drinks were just as impressive. I started with the ceviche de camarón, which was fresh and flavorful, but the true standout was the seco de chivo, rich, tender, and packed with flavor. The menu is extensive and diverse, so there's truly something for everyone. I feel like ecuadorian food is so underrated, and this spot does an amazing job showcasing it. Yes, it's in Bayonne, but it's easy to get to and there's plenty of street parking. I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

There is nothing I can say bad about this place. Maybe it's tough to park and you have to watch…read moreout for the sneaky Bayonne parking authority. Other than that it's a great restaurant. The food was awesome. I ordered the Llapingachos for my meal. It only was the food good but there was plenty of it. No way I was finishing it. It came with steak, fried egg, rice, and the potato patties with peanut butter sauce was great. The salad was also very good. Had the maduros con queso and muchines de yuca for appetizers and both were excellent. The humitas were also excellent. Good hot sauce too. For dessert I tried the Higos con queso (figs with cheese). Very good. The service was friendly and attentive. The restaurant was very clean. Overall this place was a hit.