Ehhhh I was hoping to love it but was underwhelmed. Great house music DJ which I specifically went…read morefor on a Sunday night but the crowd was a bit off. A mixture of either old, sketchy, no sex appeal and rough around the edges. The dance floor was packed and the music was on point. There was some people that set up food in the back but it left a trail of an odor that was not appetizing. Drinks were ok at best but when I asked for a cup with ice it seemed to be an issue. Very off putting. Not quite sure what the issue was.... The bartender brought the manager over and I had to specify I wanted it for my beer. Yes, I'm a weirdo if I don't get a frosted glass, I'll take a cup with ice. The manager proceeds to ask me ; "So you want me to pour the beer into the cup with ice?" UMMM yes I don't mind pouring it my damn self but if it makes you more comfortable, knock yourself out. It truly didn't make a difference to me who poured it, I just wanted some damn ice to cool myself off! I'm not sure what type of sketchy and shady people they deal with but I am not the one. My boyfriend and I run a good tab on drinks, give me what I'm asking for and paying for! Meanwhile, I did not see just about any of the 30-40 people on the dance floor buy a drink. I then saw hookah's on a table and the price list. Unfortunately, they were not providing hookah service that night. So why have them out? Whewwww I love my house music community and love the Lincoln Park festival that is close to the bar but this past Sunday this bar and crowd missed the mark. The only redeeming factor was the DJ. I highly doubt I'd return unless it were to vibe out and dance to a DJ I reaaaaallly love.

If you coming for sports. This will be your place 2 projection tv that covers large portion of…read morewall. 3 tvs at each bar itself. The cutie at the bar don't hurt either. Stopped in here to grab a half of super bowl with friends. I do not drink but I'm told they make great drinks. Strong for what they charge. The non smoking law makes this place even more enjoyable. Tonight they having a drawing. 3 winners go in the money room. Grab as much money as you can in a given time. Cute. And then few drawings for bottles of Hennessy. That's a good way to draw in people.

Cozy spot. Cash only so you know. The staff was polite. Nice mix of music. I can come back. Oh and…read morethe seats or couches have some miles on them but are super comfortable.

Pull up. But this is a spot that strives off of intimacy. If you wouldn't invite this person or…read morepeople to your wedding, don't bring them here. Perfect spot for friends and family, hookah, drinks, great service and great vibes. Ask for Swahilys

We came from the Sports Illustrated Stadium, and they really catered to our crowd! They knew we…read morewere coming after a major event and made sure it was comfortable and fun for our culture! Ayanna (sp?) is a SPECTACULAR bartender. She will attend to you professionally and kindly. She is a blast! We had the sweet plantains (maduros) and the tacos al pastor, which were very good. If we ever go back to Newark (we may, we have friends over there, an we like shows), we will absolutely look for a night when Ayanna is bartending. Whoever runs this place has not only common but also business sense. We really enjoyed our night, so thank you! - Tai and J

Came here for a party and it was a bit too loud for me. I just so happened to sit next to the…read morespeakers so just bad luck. The food was meh and the service was incredibly slow. It took an hour and a half for the waitress to acknowledge us. Then it took another half hour to an hour for her to finally take our food order. It was so expensive for not so great food.

This place was packed on a Saturday night. Came here with my girls and had a blast. The drinks are…read morereasonably priced and the staff is very polite. Ample space for dancing. Great place to go have fun and to meet new people. Lots of fun fun fun. Parking across the street for $7

Attended a graduation event here on December 6, 2024. For $55/person you get a VIP wristband, open…read morebar for 4 hours and a buffet meal. The tables are really meant to either stand around and drink/eat or for 2 people if you are sitting down. There's a selection of spirits and you can mix in some kind of juice/soda. Went with mostly passionfruit and Titos with the occasional add-in of rum. They also had sangria! Drinks were pretty strong. The buffet offered 7 tins: recall salad, yucca, rice dish, one with shrimp and one with chicken. Honestly, the whole time flew by. I didn't even grab seconds although I would've prob liked to. At some point this place turns into a club and they open the doors that partition the area where the event was held with the area that has the stage. Music was of the Latin variety and a lot of people were piling in. You can also get hookahs there. Would def go back there for an event.

Service was amazing. Our bartender was friendly and attentive. Our order came by in a timely…read moremanner. Ambiance is a nice spot to get dinner with family or go get drinks with friends. Food was alright , the guacamole was not fresh though. Drinks were good . I got a Malibu bay breeze and it was perfection.

Food not my expectation. They don't have desserts at all. Music sucks DJ this Oct 25 wow bad bad…read moreWe had to go because we had to order bottles of alcohol otherwise no table lol & we left Never again nop ‍

When I say a time was had…read more If you're seeking vibes, food and drinks international Brunch checks all the boxes. Staff accommodating for our large party. DJ had us all entertained. Looking for a good brunch outing definitely add this spot to your list.

The food was decent, and the service was okay, but the service charge really took away from my…read moreexperience. What I did not appreciate was the additional service charge being applied to the bill. For example, if a shot is listed at $14, two shots should be $28 before taxes and other applicable charges. Instead, I was charged $32, which means an additional $4 was added through the service charge. I understand that establishments have operating costs and may choose to implement service charges, but I personally feel that these charges should be clearly explained and reasonable. Adding a service charge to everything can make the advertised prices feel misleading and significantly increase the final bill. Overall, the food was decent and the service was okay, but the additional charges were disappointing and, in my opinion, not worth it. I would encourage management to be more transparent about these fees and consider how they affect the customer's overall experience.

Looking for a chill African spot to dance and unwind, we were recommended to visit Origin. We…read morearrived around 10:30 and were told we made it just in time to get in for free, as there is a cover charge starting at 11 pm. For about an hour, the music was at an enjoyable level. Once it hit 11:30, the dj started and it became hard to talk to each other. The afrobeats and hip-hop kept us dancing and singing all night, although a lot of songs ended prematurely. My girlfriend didn't enjoy her espresso martini until they made it again with less Bailey's. I ordered a Remy Martin based cocktail which was ok. Our bartender was funny and engaging, and she went above and beyond to make us drinks we had at other restaurants (which she nicely didn't charge us for). Their alcohol selection is average. They also have a VIP lounge upstairs and people smoke hookah throughout.

After a wonderful dinner, my boyfriend and I wanted to go out to Dance. We were recommended this…read morelocation that is known for their African music, great food and cocktails. We arrived at the location a little before 11 PM and there was no cover which was a pleasant surprise. We were told that the peak hours are after 11:30 till 3 AM. Before the DJ arrived, we were able to hear each other speaking and hold conversation. Once the DJ arrived around 1130/12pm it was difficult to hear each other. The espresso martini wasn't my favorite was more Baileys and espresso liquor based as opposed to the foundation being coffee/espresso with a splash of Bailey's. I really enjoyed my apple whiskey martini with cranberry juice and grenadine. I highly recommend ordering it. I love how the drink menu had unique cocktail names that were African based. The service was great. The staff and bartenders were super friendly and were open to accommodating our unique cocktail recipe requests. I look forward to coming back for the food and bringing friends and family in the future.

Jason at the bar, made the best Irish Coffee we've ever enjoyed! Thank you Jason! Excellent craft…read morecocktail = Good for a cocktail in the evening. 2 stars for Breakfast = Hard pass. Might be because we came in towards the end of breakfast - but - the food was underwhelming. I had French toast, it was so hard, I gave up on cutting it. Scrambled eggs were dry, bagels was so hard we didn't bother with them. Coffee was good. Service was good. Lovely, calm environment.

The Scarlet Vetter says......it had been almost long time since I had been at this establishment. I…read morejust love the vibe. Located in the TRYP hotel in Newark New Jersey. It is a great place to get some terrific food and a cheery cocktail. I was by myself for a business trip so I sat at the bar and was waited on by a very personsble server named Elvis. The food was very good (wide ranging selections) and I loved my Aperol cocktail. I may have to go back tonight!

So, I'm not sure if this is an East Orange thing but, if you like your service, bring cash. They…read morecharge you the exact amount with tax for card and a little interest on top of it. IF YOU ARE USING A CARD YOU HAVE TO TELL THEM PRIOR TO PAYMENT IF YOU WANT TO INCLUDE TIP. They do not have the option to do so after paying. Wild to me but, it is what it is. Music. 10/10. The main staple is House from the 80's-00's, R&B from the 70's - 90's, and a couple other genres but still a great mix. Hookah is available for purchase. Bar in the front is L - shaped. Ample space to sit and dance if the spirit so moves you. Drinks - Electronic measured pours. A negative for me but! If it helps control profits and diminish bad behavior, let it rock. After 10pm the front area closes and the back opens on certain nights (Sunday I stayed all night in the front) Much larger space and also a cover. Again, cash is king here. All things considered I can overlook some of my minor inconveniences because the totality of the experience is worth it. To Me, lol

Very welcoming once you step in. Everybody at the bar is extremely nice and rounds will keep…read morerolling lol if you're in the area and need some drinks after work I highly recommend!

I forgot to take more pictures but came here for a work event, to enjoy a drink and some apps. The…read morepatio area is very cute, they do drinks, food and hookah. It is definitely on a main corner if the area but somewhat in the cut as you do notice it immediately. The apps were good especially the quesadillas, I had a sangria and it was okay. Overall, the drinks seemed pretty week and I was told the hookah wasn't all that as well. It is definitely a spot for the summer to enjoy for some light drinks and apps.

Don't come here if you are with people would like to be able to have a conversation, or if you're…read moreby yourself and would like to hear yourself think. This was like being at the loudest yet at least attended bar mitzvah ever! The music was blasting! The food was OK. The server, well, I don't know if she was new, but she didn't know very much. She brought me a cocktail menu, but didn't know what was in the cocktails. (she said she did when I asked, but then had to go ask someone probably because she didn't understand what I was asking because it was so loud.!) when I asked for a glass of water, she brought me a bottle. I told her that I meant I wanted a glass of tapwater and she said that they don't have that, they only have bottles. I asked if they charge for the bottles and she said no so I figured that was just the way they do it here. Imagine my surprise when there was a charge for the water on the Bill. The server spoke to the manager and got it taken off. The manager is the person who came over when it was time to pay, and I thanked her and explained what happened and she seemed very surprised that the server had told me there's no tapwater. Also, they build in an automatic 18% tip, which is a shame because I usually tip 20% but oh well.