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    Sabor Unido

    4.5 (564 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 6:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    I have been eating at exclusive restaurants my entire life, but this could honestly be the best experience and meal I ever had. The grilled sardines were perfection! Crispy on outside and savory buttery inside. Veggies freshly sautéed with bit of crispness. Waitress as kind and friendly as can be. Do not live in NJ, but would go out of the way to experience a meal here again. Delightful people to boot!

    Janet B.

    Took my in-laws here to celebrate their 66th wedding anniversary, and we all loved it! Food was delicious, and our server Carolina went above and beyond. She showed such patience for my elderly in-laws and handled everything with grace. I wish I took more photos, but we were having such a good time that I forgot. The restaurant is cozy and welcoming. It got a little noisy at times, but it was nice to see a new restaurant doing good business. Seafood was fresh and portions were generous. Good caipirinhas and cappuccinos too!

    Codfish
    Gordon Y.

    Cuisine: 7 Service: 4 Decor: 8 Value: 5 Overall: 6 This part of Newark is full of Portuguese restaurants that I have been wanting to try. I had the chance to try one of the most popular spots a few weeks ago. Unfortunately, it did not live up to my expectations. I will say that the interior design of the main dining is quite beautiful, with an exposed brick wall, large windows, and some elegant hanging lights. The bar area was also quite attractive. Sadly, the service did not match the decor. With an early dinner reservation, we were one of only two tables inside the restaurant. We did not order any appetizers, just two entrees. Somehow, we wait a full hour for our food to be served. In between, our waitress only came by once to say it's coming after 30 minutes of waiting. The next 30 minutes felt like an eternity, yet no apologies or any complimentary snacks while we sat there for an hour. When the food did arrive, I was surprised that the Skirt Steak was so small for the price. It also was lacking some nice grilled flavor that I'm accustomed to, though it was medium rare like we ordered. The second dish we got was the Codfish, which was overall pretty tasty but somewhat dry. As for the sides, the sautéed mushrooms and breaded bananas were okay. Honestly, we regret not choosing a more traditional restaurant in the neighborhood. I guess we got bamboozled by the charming ambience, which did not translate to equal quality of service.

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    Iyanla M.

    A paradise for music lovers and cocktails connoisseurs. Catch DJ Rol every Friday night for an unforgettable set! Drinks: Caipirnha and Red Sangria The bartenders are true artists, crafting cocktails that are as smooth and timeless as the vinyls playing in the background! Food: Fries I just missed the kitchen but thanks to Louis, I was able to get an order of fries. Perfect crunch and the green sauce was delicious! I will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu 10/10, I highly recommend

    Bar area

    Love their expansion and renovation. Much more space and now very hip and stylish atmosphere AND still great food. Small bar in back is beautiful with neat listening station for records. Family owned. Great caipirinahs!

    Kit C.

    I recently visited this Portugal/Brazilian restaurant with my supper club, and all seven of us were thoroughly impressed. The food, ambience, and service created a complete and memorable dining experience. We opted for family-style dining and ordered three starters: grilled calamari, shrimp, and octopus. The standout was the grilled shrimp with garlic sauce, especially when paired with the bread provided. We all eagerly soaked up the garlic sauce and wished there was more on the plate. For our entrées, we ordered the special chicken of the day, steak, cod fish, and the standout dish, which was the cod fish oven-baked in a creamy sauce. I could have eaten that one dish all by myself! The owner was super sweet and friendly. The wait staff was attentive. Btw., all that great food was reasonably priced, can't wait to come back and try other dishes on the menu! As we left the restaurant we noticed the adjacent space was under renovation for expansion of the restaurant. So excited for them! They won't have any problem filling up the bigger space!!!

    Mixed berry mousse

    This is my first time in Newark, and I was walking around and stumbled upon Sabor Unido. This is a Brazilian and Portuguese Kitchen and so I stopped to grab a bite. I am so excited that I did. For dinner I ordered the Grilled Codfish, which came with two sides--I chose white rice and a garden salad. My choice was delicious. The codfish came with grilled red peppers and onions and it was beautiful. The onions and peppers were fully cooked but still had a bit of crispness when you bite into them. The codfish was seasoned well, and from the first to the last bite was amazing. The slight.crust on the top was crispy yet thiwhite fish inside was tender and moist. The garden salad was a mix of veggies and I believe it had diced mango as well. For dessert I decided to treat myself and has the mixed berry mousse and it was heaven. It was a good thing I was dining alone because this is a dessert I would never have shared! The mousse was flavorful and firm, cold, and the fruit on top was perfect. The staff tonight were extremely friendly and made me feel welcome. Even though I am from out of state I felt like a valued local customer. If you are in Newark I highly recommend having a great meal at Sabor Unido.

    Codfish
    Harry P.

    What a cute spot in the heart of the Portuguese section of Newark. The waitress was super friendly and helped us with the menu. The food was great , we started with garlic shrimp and pork sausage with yucca. I could bathe in the garlic sauce, I dunked bread in it all night. The pork sausage was perfectly cooked, little crispy nuggets with that little char for extra flavor. Yucca was crispy and I loved that it was also served in bite sized nuggets, I am used to it served like thick fries. For the main I had to get traditional whole codfish. Perfectly cooked, flakey with a simple onion and pepper topping , it was great! Looking forward to their expansion next door

    Tutu a Mineira (Brazilian Pork Chop)  Came with sausages, Sauteed Collard Greens and puréed beans
    Ingrid C.

    Such a hidden gem in Newark. Only a quick 15 min drive from Branch Brook, this restaurant was exactly what my friend and I needed after visiting the park. We were able to reserve a table for 2 via Yelp, and the restaurant called us to make sure we were on our way and even accommodated for our lateness (thank you!) Street parking is a little bit difficult in the city, but well worth the hassle. Inside, the restaurant is small and intimate with fun Brazilian music playing in the background. Servers were friendly and helpful. It was my first time at a Brazilian restaurant (not including Fogo de Chao) and she recommended some fan favorites. - Tutu a Mineira: 4/5, pork chop was a bit dry, but the greens were well seasoned and the beans and sausages paired nicely with the dish - Liver steak: 4/5, my first time having liver steak. If you don't like gamey meat you may not like this. Paired well with the sautéed onions and crispy yucca fries. The fried plantains were my favorite side. Recommend to eat quickly or else the liver steak gets too tough to chew Huge portions, great service and warm setting. A bit on the pricier side, so would recommend coming here for special occasions. Looking forward to trying their other dishes if I'm ever in the area. okkk ty for reading :)

    Bacalhau Espiritual. Lovely surprise of carrots blended in with the codfish.
    Nelson M.

    What a beautiful new space. The food was always delicious and as the name translates "united flavors" combining Brazilian and Portuguese cuisine. Cocktails and service complement the new digs nicely.

    Frankie P.

    Truly a gem in the downtown Newark area. The service is excellent, polite and attentive. The portions are large and so is the value! I enjoyed everything I ate. The picahna was a large portion. The meat could have been softer but the flavors made up for anything that was lacking. Make sure to finish your meal with some churros!

    We have been to many restaurants in The Ironbound over the years, and last night we had the best we've ever tasted, by far! Sabor Unido really surprised us. Everything was so very fresh, and whoever the chef is should take a bow! Such a light delicate touch, food just melted in our mouths. When the dessert arrived, I thought I'd died and gone to heaven! Coconut flan with, I believe, figs and a scrumptious sauce was out of this world! Well done! We will be back!

    Victor H.

    Came here with friends for hangout and dinner. We were seated outside and the weather then was awesome for the setup. As soon as I checked in with the app it offered free espresso. The espresso was amazing, and tasty. It lifted my spirits! We ordered Octopus as appetizer and they were freshly made and super tasty when eaten with combination of the sauce. Delicious! Garlic breads were amazing. They were free appetizers. They were crispy, fresh, and the garlic sauce imbued into the bread were flavorful and perfectly done. I ordered encores :) My friends had multiple plates and they looked fantastic. I didn't get to taste their dishes because mine was superb I ordered the Picanha Grelhada / Top Sirloin Steak. OMG. The fat section of the steak was delicious. I had the best steak ever in a while. I would definitely re-order this dish in the future. I had it with Sauteed spinach and fired yucca. Best combo ever. Definitely must if you are interested. Look at the picture I am bookmarking this place to come back in the future. Love it!

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    Still great food and great service!! One of my favorite go-to spots

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    Thank you Christina! Hope see you back soon!!

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    Best meal I've ever had in the Ironbound!!! The octopus was phenomenal! The service was fantastic! Can't wait to go back!

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    Ask the Community - Sabor Unido

    Is this place BYOB?

    No they have a full bar, I think they used to be

    Good day! I was wondering if you accept American Express credit card as a form of payment? Thank you.

    Hi Olive! Yes we accept American Express Credit Cards. Thanks for inquiring!

    I see there is no alcohol, but one can not bring wine?

    Yes although it's not on the menu, the restaurant serves a house wine.

    How is parking? Thanks

    Street parking wasn’t super hard but I can see it getting busy

    I have been calling this reservation and no one answers the phone... are they stillopen?

    They were very much open last week

    Olá! Estou de visita em NJ durante a Copa e gostaria de saber se vocês estarão mostrando os jogos do Brasil no restaurante?

    I do not recall that Sabor Unidos had a television in the restaurant. Sorry!

    Voces tem pamonha?

    Nao Vinny, infelizmente nao temos. Mas vou pesquisar onde tem uma pamonha de qualidade e te retorno, ok?

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    Casa d'Paco - Best mix drinks with natural fruit juices.

    Casa d'Paco

    4.6(1.1k reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$$
    Family-owned & operated
    Private events

    Every time i come here its such a hit!!! It's definitely one of my favorite hole in the wall places…read morethat I've been coming to for about 8 years. The food is probably the closest you can get to actual Spanish tapas but what i love most about this place is that everythings got flavorrrrr For our table of 4 we got CROQUETAS with their house cured chorizo- very good POLLO FIORENTINA- chicken was so tender and packeddd with flavor! BARRIGUITA- plentiful serving for a tapa, we loved the potatoes it came with too CHICHARRON DE POLLO- flavorful chicken and easier to eat than you think TARTAR- delish but small Chipirones- sooo delicately breaded you can barely tell, was great COSTILLA A LA PLANCHA- plentiful for a tapa, we recommend cooking for longer since its traditionally a tough cut of beef SAUTED VEGETABLES- tastey and not mushy thankfully! MILLIONAIRE CAIPIRINHA for my drink. was soooo good, not too sweet and not quite as sour as a margarita, was perfect for me!

    Casa d'Paco is a great spot with a really cool setup. When you first walk in, it feels like a…read moresmaller, quiet place with a nice bar but then you realize they have an additional space on the side which completely changes the vibe in a good way. When I was there, they had a DJ playing, and it added energy without being too loud or overwhelming. The Service was very good, the waiter answered and helped with all our questions. The food was absolutely amazing really flavorful and well done. Just be a little prepared that most dishes come in smaller portions. But the quality definitely makes up for it. I ordered the paella, and it's easily enough for two or even three people and it was well worth it. Really delicious. The drinks were also definitely worth trying while you're there. The only thing I wasn't big on was the desserts they didn't quite live up to the rest of the meal. But overall, great atmosphere, excellent food, and a fun experience. I'd definitely come back.

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    Casa d'Paco - Private party room. Or private business meeting room. Great for networking too.

    Private party room. Or private business meeting room. Great for networking too.

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    Bombas de Barcelona

    Casa d'Paco - Bar with TV for sporting events.

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    Fernandes steakhouse - Sausages

    Fernandes steakhouse

    3.9(803 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$$

    A few members of my team and I had lunch here to welcome someone new who was joining the team…read more This was my first time. All four of us had the Barbecue - 3 Mixed Meat and 1 Picanha. The Mixed Meat option had several different preparations of beef and a sausage served with a salad, french fries, and white rice. It was a generous portion of meat in a large plate. For dessert we all had the Serradura (Portuguese Sawdust Pudding) which was made with a meringued cream, whipped cream, and crushed cookies mixed together. Very delicious, not too sweet and not too filling. All around there was brick, stone and solid wood. I felt like I was in what I imagined a restaurant in Portugal would be like back in the day. The servers were friendly. I gives me the sense that it is a good place to have a range of events - from a business lunch to a celebratory party. There is lots of space in the restaurant with different rooms. One room seemed specifically set up for large parties whereas another room was set up like a typical restaurant. Our party was able to relax and enjoy ourselves without ever feeling any time pressures from the staff. It was quite an enjoyable experience.

    I recently went to Fernandes Steakhouse for the first time to celebrate my girlfriend's 60th…read morebirthday, and now I completely understand why she loves this place so much. We did the rodizio, and everything was absolutely perfect. The meats kept coming and were all cooked beautifully. I'm a big fan of lamb, and theirs was outstanding. One of the things I really appreciated was that they were happy to bring specific cuts again if you asked -- great service and very accommodating. The meal also came with rice, beans, plantains, and pico de gallo, which were all delicious and complemented the meats really well. We also ordered mashed potatoes on the side, which were fantastic. We brought our own birthday cake, and the staff couldn't have been nicer. They cut it for us, came over to sing, and really helped make the celebration feel special. We had such a lovely time. Overall, it was a first-class experience with amazing food and warm hospitality.

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    Segovia Restaurant

    Segovia Restaurant

    3.8(640 reviews)
    9.6 mi
    $$$
    Family-owned & operated
    Casual dining

    My server was a friendly and thoughtful gent from Ukraine. Slava Ukraini! My best to your family…read more The food highlights: - bread: hearty sized individual breads with a nice crispy outside / tops - chorizo sausage is well flavored without being oily or dry, tastes great mixed with... - the vodka rigatoni. Served al dente with a nice cream / cheese overlay - shrimp in garlic. Very nice flavor with a light garlic and olive oil taste that did not overwhelm the shrimp - rib eye : simply seasoned that really let the meat flavor rise. Rum: they had Zacapa 23 year. A good recommendation to sip along with a tremendous meal. One note: the medium rare was closer to black and blue, and the medium was closer to medium rare. It may depend on the chef, but if you are between temp levels, take the over. I could have come here for dinner every night and been very happy. Plenty of amazing looking items on the menu.

    I loved the vibe of the restaurant, and the service was great. Jose was a kind and helpful waiter…read morewho made the experience even better. The bread came out first, nice and warm, which was a great start to the meal. We ordered the empanadas, and the meat was delicious, though they definitely could have used a sauce on the side. I also got the soup, which was very tasty. Unfortunately, my main dish lacked flavor. The portion size was good about six pieces but it just didn't have much seasoning. Oddly enough, the onions were the best part of the plate. Overall, I enjoyed the atmosphere and service, and I'd come back to try the seafood next time.

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    Sol-Mar - Cockles. Yum, yum.

    Sol-Mar

    3.7(261 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    First things first, they charge a gratuity for one person and it's pretty high up, i think was over…read more6%. The food was ok, you have to speak up about the salt they freely put on your dinner. I don't the cook is Portuguese, probably Brazilian because of the amount of salt they use. For some reason the meats have too much salt added by the cook. I ordered a t bone steak but got a skirt steak that looked a mile long, no joking, i never saw a skirt steak that long. I also speak Portuguese but that didn't make any difference. I will not be returning. The Portuguese restaurants in the Ironbound are not like the old days and there much fewer of them since many Portuguese have moved away from the Ironbound.

    This place is great for larger parties. They accommodate well for groups of 10 or more, which…read morehappened to be our Holiday party this year. The waiters made sure to keep our glasses filled with red and white sangria. We ended up ordering additional red wine bottles for the table and also seltzer waters since we are obsessed. Appetizers included bread and butter, black olives, and 2 appetizer samples which was enough for 10 people. Sampler included fried calamari, garlic shrimp, chourico (Portuguese smoked sausage), and melon with prosciutto. I ordered the surf and Turf and the filet mignon was cooked perfectly to my liking- medium rare. It was accompanied with yellow rice, broccoli, picked vegetables, Spanish fries. Everything was absolutely delicious but I did think the lobster was a bit rubbery, only disappointment of the night. For dessert I ordered the passiondruit mousse and this might've been my favorite all night. You already knew I followed this up with both an espresso and port wine. This is a good option for Portuguese cuisine if you're ever in the Ironbound section.

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    Sol-Mar - Grilled sardines with peppers, onions and potatoes.

    Grilled sardines with peppers, onions and potatoes.

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