Colombian Restaurants near Clifton, NJ

“Mauricio, From the moment we sat down, he was all smiles—happy, upbeat, and full of energy that made our whole table feel welcome. He wasn’t just friendly; he was genuinely fun, cracking jokes, keeping the mood light, and making sure everyone (especially the kids!) felt special.

He knew the menu inside and out and gave amazing recommendations—especially for the appetizers. You could tell he really cared about making sure we enjoyed the best of what the place had to offer.

It’s rare to find someone who’s not just doing their job but clearly loves it. Our meal was great, but the service truly made it memorable. If you get the chance, ask for him—you’ll be glad you did!“

“The place is nice, it's a shame it's not a restaurant ?, but OK we came to leave a great comment because it deserves it, it's a nice and clean place, you have many souvenirs from Colombia at a good price in addition to all the things they sell pre-cooked (arepas, empanadas, pandebonos, salads, arroz de leche, chili, hogao) all of that is great ?the chorizo ​​is crazy, made by its owner, it is a HIT, they sell it to eat at the moment and pre-cooked and the better the better and a 10 more to the good comments is the LECHONA really is spectacular, the flavor, fatty, all the ingredients are just right and the skin is super crunchy, they informed us that they prepare it on Saturdays at noon, so you know...and They also make it for special dates in trays of 10 and 20 servings.
We are happy to have visited them and enjoyed the food and the excellent service of their employees.
Listen to how crunchy the pig's skin is and the quantity and prices are super reasonable, congratulations guys, you do it very well.“

“It's one of the most delicious restaurants I've ever been to.

It's easier to order if you can speak Spanish but the staff speak enough English that it's okay.

The special of the day is fantastic. I recommend the fish.

Parking: Street parking is easiest but you can probably park at the city lot down the street or at the post office if you have to.“

“The service from the waitress was horrible she got our order and just left us , no salt on the table , no salsa that comes with the food, no knife for the steak. The guy that did her job was great. The only reason we left a tip it was because the tip is shared. The food is by far the best one I’ve tasted in a while. Very original.“

“I've been coming here since 2005. I must say since the owners nephew came, he's kicked-up the menu and decor. The food was always good but the nephew made some great changes. I love the breakfast here! The servers Ana and Madelyn are very polite, friendly and always have a great attitude. I was surprised the other day when I mentioned it was our wedding anniversary, they surprised us with a cake and sparkling candle!!🕯
The food is always delicious!“

“Excelente restaurante . Excelentes atenciones . La comida Exquisita . Lo recomiendo cien ? por ciento!! Ven y disfrútalo ..“

“Excelente atención y la comida exquisita“

“Desde Puerto Rico cosa buena la comida. y las meseras Elizabeth e Melissa son muy diligentes. Gracias chicos por su buen trato y sentirnos en familia.“

“De verdad es la mejor comida con mucha calidad y su personal trata a todos como familia las muchachas son tan servíciales que me siento como si estuviera en mi propia casa gracias a todos por sus amabilidades“

“Excellent service from all members of the restaurant. I call this place my second home, it is comfortable, the food is delicious and the service is excellent.
Thanks to Jelisa and Aide for their good attention. ♥️♥️🫡👅“

“First time visiting for me and my wife, as we walked in we didn’t know where to sit so we went upstairs. However, the server led us to a dimly lit corner despite plenty of tables available so we chose to sit downstairs instead, even though seating there was a bit tight and not very comfortable.

Our server downstairs was attentive and friendly, which we appreciated. That said, the overall atmosphere felt more geared toward guests with reservations for special party celebrations rather than people just for dining in, so we got the impression that we should wrap up and leave once we finished our meal.

The food was decent, and found parking on the street but there’s valet service.“

“The staff is super attentive and friendly. The food is tasty and super rich, the portion is excellent. I love this place, the natural juices and the Bendita Arepa are my ALWAYS favorites. They have a beautiful outdoor/indoor space to celebrate any activity. I recommend this place 100%“

“personal, muy atento, buen servicio,“

“Love this place , food, atmosphere staff location etc. What I don't like and so ny family and friends is the music is always too loud. I spoke about this before with no actions to resolve it.“

“Great food and amazing coffee“

“If you’re craving authentic Colombian flavors, PARCEROS is a must-visit! The food is absolutely delicious — from the perfectly seasoned empanadas to the mouthwatering bandeja paisa, every dish feels like a taste of home. The portions are generous, the ingredients fresh, and the presentation is on point.

The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the staff treats you like family — friendly, attentive, and always smiling. You can tell they take real pride in what they serve. Whether you’re Colombian or just a fan of Latin cuisine, this spot hits the mark.

Highly recommend for anyone looking for real-deal Colombian comfort food in a cozy, upbeat setting. ¡Buen provecho!“

“The food is delicious and the service is great!“

“Platos de excelente calidad y sabor; el buen servicio y ambiente familiar...SUPER RECOMENDADO.“

“me encanta la reina pepiada.😋“

“You would never expect some really good food from the exterior look. It not a restaurant but a grocery store that sell prep food dishes. Food is made fresh daily. Friendly service. Some minimal seating for quick eats for locals lunch time. Parking is limited in the back. For the price of a processed value meal across the fast food place, I rather get some freshly cooked home style flavorful Latin food.“

“Muy buena comida y excelente servicio“

“We were travelling for 2 months and really craved a burger. We read the recommendations for this restaurant and it was walking distance from our accommodation. O.M.Gosh!!! The burgers were amazing!!! The service was fantastic. All the waiter's were so lovely.
We loved it so much, we went back again a few days later.
Also tried the hotdog. That was also unbelievable.
Great job!! Its a bit of a trek to come from Australia, just for a hamburger but....maybe again one day soon.“

“Highly recommend. Stopped in from Philly on our way to a wedding in NY and very happy we did. Terrific service, so friendly, delicious food, and many options. Would happily come back if in the area.

Pictured: my classic breakfast in the back & chicken Mofongo in the front

¡ Muchos Gracias !“

“Great hidden spot for some authentic Colombian food. They have three (3) different dishes of the typical Colombian plate: Bandeja Paisa. Also, it is a BYOB. There is parking onsite. I have not had a bad time here. Everything is delicious and the service is great. Highly recommended.“

“I ordered a “mini” paisita and a side of maduros for my partner and I… I had enough food for 2 1/2 meals. The flavors are incredible, the atmosphere and service are friendly, and I will be eating here again. The beans, maduros, steak, chicharrones and sausage are to die for.“

“We recently ordered catering from Noches De Colombia for a corporate event with 160 attendees, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. The food was absolutely delicious, and it was clear that great care was taken in its preparation. The team arrived right on time, and their service was exceptional throughout the event. We would definitely consider using Noches De Colombia again for future events. Highly recommended!“

“It always a great time coming to this location. Vanessa took care of my family this afternoon and she was great, real attentive, memorized our entire order (impressive), and made sure we had everything we needed before we left.

Thanks again and be back soon!“

“I loved my first time there Not only is it good but priced nicely Service was great and done with a smile High recommendations“

“Late post:

We went on a February weekday (Wednesday Lunch time) and the place was clean, well decorated for Valentine's. There was a good crowd and I can see that the staff were all busy doing something work related. Our waiter was attentive and although his English was limited , he still made an attempt. The food was good- Bandeja de Paisa never disappoints. I like how this dish is consistent whether I eat it at their Hackensack location or Englewood location. For the first time I tried their calamari. It was good and I like the sweet chili sauce (an homage to my Asian routes haha). Overall a good place to eat!“

“Wow. Just went to this place. It was delicious. Nice people and service. Clean. I had the Colombian eggs with Chicharron and rice. Sooooo good!!! I’ll be back.“

“Great place and staff!!! Love it!“

“We had a lovely meal here for breakfast. They have coffee and a good breakfast and lunch selection with a variety of pastries. Our pastry was a bit dry though. The service is friendly and welcoming and the food is fresh and hot! We would definitely come back here again.“

“(Translated by Google) The lunch is very good, the place is very clean and the staff is extraordinary and Cira is based on a mask and disinfection on the mandatory hands, even if they are vaccinated to avoid new contagion.(Original)Muy bueno el almuerzo el lugar es muy limpio y el personal estraordinario y se base Cira mascarilla y desinfección en las mano obligatoria aun estén vacunado para evitar nuevo contagio“

“Ricos antojos colombianos“

“Ricos antojos colombianos“

“Former Mi Tierrita restaurant at 252 Main St in Hackensack is the new best place in town to have some great food and quality service. Lorena was very nice and the food was amaizing .not sure about the name of the new restaurant taking place there but can't wait to give a possitive reveiw to this new business.“

“Quaint, cozy place, "welcome home/family vibe." The lady taking care of the place (I think she's the owner) is amazing! She took such good care of us and went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our time there. The food was very good and the portions are huge, definitely worth it. If you like small places with good food, you gotta stop by. Street parking only but there's enough parking and there's a city parking lot nearby.“

“Every detail from lighting to music works well. Noches de Colombia combines small size with cleanliness and warmth. The team combines friendliness with helpfulness, and food comes without delay. The food offers completely original taste sensations. I'm absolutely in LOVE with everything about this place!“

“Comida deliciosa y atención es excelente“

“First time coming here and the vibes are amazing. The customer service and the music is great for sure. Got a Daddy Yankee yo and my family got 2 Malumas. Both taste and look amazing. I also got a Elote with a Picada. The food was outstanding overall this place is a must come to for sure. I’ll be here again with the family.“

“Love the food and the service 😋“

“Soy peruano y fui a desayunar con un amigo Humberto Perea , la comida muy buena igual que la atencion . El ambiente es muy bueno y sobre todo muy buena musica .“

“Excelente bakery y buen ambiente“

“My wife and I love this place ! Coffee, lattes, mochas, pan de bono, cookies , and egg sandwich is and was delicious! Consistency is a must with me and my wife and this cafe has it ! The ladies and the gentleman that makes the coffee are on polite and on point. Must try place“

“I randomly walked by this place and decided to stop in. I ordered the Salpicón. It was my first time trying it and it was really good. In addition to my drink being good, the workers were really nice too. I will be back to try some of their other desserts. I would highly recommend.“

“Great food and amazing coffee“

“I go to the place frequently, it is good, good food and excellent service. I can't give it 5 stars for two fundamental reasons, the first is a suggestion, don't order a tray paisa because it doesn't have arepa or avocado, avocado is fine, but without arepa it's unforgivable and it's not that it's a spectacular dish, better try others things that are very good. The second is that the parking lot is a nightmare, I would like to go more often but unfortunately when we go and there is nowhere to park we have to leave, we don't live nearby so if you can it is better to walk, for us it is impossible, we have lost the trip there just because we can't park. I recommend the place with complete confidence.“

“Went on a Tuesday night. There's limited parking in the back but being on a corner, the access is uncomplicated. Plenty of outdoor seating, however not available on this night. Inside was comfortable and relaxing. I imagine it can get lively towards the weekend.
I ordered the whole fried snapper with salad, rice and beans. Excellent. Not overcooked, the fish was juicy and crispy, the way it should be.
Would definitely order again.“

“Everything was delicious and great service“