This is a great spot to quickly pick up lunch, or stay awhile and dine at one of their many tables…read more There is a lot of space here and even when there are other customers. It doesn't feel crowded. I've been to El Viejo Fred twice and both times did not disappoint. The first time I accompanied my Dominican friend who ordered for me. The second time I was on my own, but the ladies were very helpful and we made it happen. Most of the food is behind the counter in a covered buffet-style setup. You let them know what you are interested in, beef, chicken etc, and they'll show you the offerings. You can't beat their lunch special at around $12-15. You get a giant portion of rice & meat, add on a bit of salad and you're good to go! The food is so delicious, the flavors are all there. I also had the chicken and cheese empanadas as well as beef and both tasted great, I liked the beef best it was very well seasoned. Another bonus? Tamarind juice!! Not many places have it so I'm always ecstatic when I see it on a menu. Both my friend and I really enjoyed the food we purchased from El Viejo Fred, and the friendly service we received, we will definitely be back!

Unfortunately, the pictures didn't make it because the food was that good. We ordered to go and I…read moreglad we did because the way we tore up that food lol you can only do that in the comforts of your home. The place was extremely clean and the people at the cash register were extremely helpful and kind. We will definitely be back to try different things on the menu but this place so far has the best chicharron de pollo!!!

Love this place! Authentic and such a wonderful vibe! The Oxtails were delicious as well as the pig…read morefeet! The black rice and beans and potato salad are also good! The staff is always friendly and accommodating!! A precious jewel in between New Brunswick and Somerset!

The food was delicious and very flavorful! Presentation was nice. My family and I will definitely…read morebe getting more food from this restaurant again!

I always enjoy the food at El Dorado! Food always hot and fresh and the staff always nice! Great…read moretasty authentic desserts!

Best Dominican Food in Jersey!!!! The staff is professional and kind. Showing you what everything…read moreis & the taste is amazing!!

Drinks were so gorgeous! A+ on presentation and the outdoor patio area is to die for. However, the…read moreguacamole was very lemony, which masked all the jalapeño and other flavors. Also, the drinks were a tad sweet.

Food was good, service was a little slow but glad so I could catch up with my friend. The drinks…read morewere strong. We were both so full from appetizers that we barley touched our dinners. The meat was tender and flavorful. Can't wait to go back.

I was in New Jersey for a work trip and needed to get dinner delivered to my hotel, nothing…read morecomplicated just something good. Stumbled across Latin Port and honestly, this place overdelivered. I ordered the arepas with cheese, and you can immediately tell these are handmade. The texture was perfect and the cheese was high quality, rich, melty, and just really satisfying. I completely dropped the ball and didn't ask for the cabbage toppings (which I later realized are supposed to pull everything together), so that's on me but even without them, they were still a win. Next up were the tostones, which came with this dipping sauce, maybe avocado-lime? I'm not entirely sure, but whatever it was, it worked. It tied the whole dish together and elevated what could've been a simple side into something memorable. Now, the real standout: the Cuban roasted chicken. This tasted like it came straight out of someone's grandmother's kitchen. Super juicy, packed with flavor, and just comforting in the best way. Easily the highlight of the entire meal. I also tried the tres leches cake for dessert, and while everything else hit, this one just didn't land for me. It wasn't bad, just lacking the flavor I was expecting. Overall, though, Latin Port is absolutely worth it. If you're looking for flavorful, home-style food that feels like it's made with care, this spot delivers!

I happened to be working near Metuchen one day and decided to hit the area to grab some food to…read moretake home. I decided to check out Latin Port as I've been craving some Latin food. The thing I love about this spot is they have a little bit of everything. They have dishes from different countries including Peru, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Brazil, and more. I decided to get a small platter of stewed chicken and beef with rice, beans, and plantains. For dessert, I just had to grab a slice of tres leches cake. The server who prepared my platter was very nice and loaded my container with food. I got my food to go, but there is seating here if you'd like to dine in. They also have some outdoor seating. When I got home, I truly enjoyed my food. I will definitely be back here.

Went for a local drive 12 minutes away from home and stopped at this location. By the time I got…read morehome, my order was still HOT! That alone was awesome. Pros: Food ordered was 2 dinners; Pork Chop and Steak Onion Dinners, 2 empanadas, chicharon and tostones. ALL were seasoned perfectly and were DELICIOUS!!! Cons: Dinner portion was right (rice and salad) however, pork chop was limited to (1) one, as well as the steak. For the price of $12.00+ USD, and extra Pork Chop or Steak would be the perfect dinner entree for everyone. Overall: This business knows how important providing great quality food is to its customers and they have exceeded those expectation, for me. Will defintely visit again many times over. Great job Cooks, Staff and Ownership! You all should be very proud of your establishment. Food: Great Service: Great Staff: Great Portion: Fair Price: Good

This is my go to spot when I'm in my hometown. I only get the steak with extra onions, yellow…read morerice, beans, and sweet plantains. Since it's made to order it's always fresh, hot, and enough to share. The shakes and smoothies are awesome as well. I like piña or plata I shake. Also, I get a side of vinegar for my rice but I like salty things.

We went inside and placed a takeout order it was around 7 pm on a Friday and the place was empty…read moreexcept for two couples sitting at two tables. There was one man waiting for his order. 1st red flag. The place was dark and dingy looking, 2nd red flag. We ordered real basic 1/2 rotisserie chicken with rice and peas, my husband ordered 1/2 chicken with yellow rice and red beans. The chicken was so hard and dry that I almost choked swallowing it! It had no taste and neither did the beans and rice. They were dry as well, rice was overly sticky, nothing 'traditional' about the food. I may not be latino but I have eaten enough Latin dishes to know what's traditional and what's not, and this place IS NOT. Don't bother going here if you want, at the least, good tasting, authentic Dominican food that is prepared well!

I love the food. I usually get a whole chicken with yellow rice and peas. The yuca is amazing…read more Empanadas are so good. The sauces have so much flavor. Desserts are made perfectly.

Ordered the Rasta Pasta with Oxtail and almost cried tears of joy from how good it was. This is for…read moresure my new go-to spot! My order was ready when it said it was going to be. Service was great and fast. Staff were friendly and when I walked in, it smelled amazing.

Service: We were in the area looking for some good food and…read morecame across Jerkies. We came about two hours before closing on a Saturday, and they were already out of quite a few items, which was understandable given the timing. We ordered the wings, oxtail meal and oxtail pasta, and the food took about 20 minutes to come out. Everything was served hot and well plated. Taste: The food was bussing! Both dishes were delicious, well seasoned, and had a good amount of spice without being overwhelming. The oxtail was flavorful and tender, and the serving sizes definitely surpassed our expectations. We were full and very satisfied. Ambiance: It's a casual spot with a relaxed feel, perfect for grabbing a takeaway meal, I wouldn't plan to eat here though! Overall Review: Jerkies was a great find! Even though they were out of some menu items, what we ordered did not disappoint. The portions were generous, the food was flavorful, and everything came out hot and fresh. Definitely coming back to try some of the other options earlier in the day