Portuguese Restaurants near Clifton, NJ

“First time here and they had a huge dinner party and the service was impeccable ! Authentic Portuguese cuisine and amazing service !“

“My daughter new favorite spot. We got a 20$ tray that brings chicken,ribs,yellow rice, and fries.

Pros
* no soggy fries well done
* really good cooked chicken
* ribs are 🔥
* yellow rice well cooked
* good portion of food for about 3 adults I fed 3 kids & my self and still had left.
* have found parking fast

Definitely worth the ordering ! In MY OPINION“

“Very good food,delicious!🍗“

“I’m visiting NJ (lived here for a long time) and wanted to eat some of my favorite foods. I ordered dinner from port of peri peri and it was perfectly cooked but missing my fries. I let that be known to the restaurant and received a small refund. Next night, I ordered dinner again and I received a large order of fries on the house as well as a discount card for 5% for dine in orders valid for one more week. Amazing customer service. If I were in NJ longer, I would surely order again! The food is absolutely delicious 😋“

“Amazing food and staff! Give it a try!“

“Food is delicious! Service is great. Bartender is in point with mixed drinks. Dessert was omg delicious and our server Giovanni is superb“

“I am gushing over the meal we had here. From amazing craft cocktails to an unforgettable dinner. Raphael, Julia, and Louis spoiled us. The cocktails were in fun glasses and were light and flavorful. The service was impeccable. We let them order for us. Octopus starter, then onto hanger steak, roasted chicken, sea bass, and the pork stew. All incredible with deep rich flavors. We had some great sides, a light salad to finish, and a lovely passion fruit desert. I can't say enough about this place.“

“Any dish of there daily menu!“

“Definitely recommend this place.“

“I’ve eaten here two times. The ladies behind the bar are extremely friendly and attentive. The meals are tasty with generous portions. I’m not a huge fan of French fries, but these are so good and taste homemade! The salad was delicious and the garlic pork chops were excellent. My friend had grilled salmon and enjoyed it. The prices are affordable and they even have a $4 glass of house wine that they fill to the rim; you can’t beat it! My only complaint is that it is extremely warm in there. Other than that, I highly recommend.“

“Excellent food, warm, inviting decor, friendly staff.“

“I definitely love this place, the food is the best in here, also the customer services, it’s a amazing. Love it“

“The best place, great prices and food is the bomb“

“Great food and awesome service! Makes you feel like you’re home ❤️ #cabritoserrano #bacalhauazedopipo #leitaodacasa #ribeyesteak #yum“

“Great place to meet good food good atmosphere and the owner is great“

“My favorite place ever . Great food and great service. Highly recommend it.“

“Well I have been going there for about 15 years now. it's my Friday night dinner and sangria spot. Food, drinks ambience and of course superb customer service A+. Best surf & turf in the business!!“

“I came here with my family and some friends before an Elton John concert and we had a fabulous time. My brother and I absolutely feasted on the delicious empanadas. I ordered the grilled skirt steak and it was delightful. The staff were friendly and attentive. My crew and I had a blast there and would highly recommend if you’re in the area.“

“If you like Spanish Portuguese food, this will satisfy whatever you feel like steaks to chops to fish to Mariscos 🦀. I took an order of garlic pork chops which were delicious and a great value to go for dinner later! The waiter I don't know if I'm spelling it right, Solo was terrific and attentive and he had a full bar to deal with too! I will probably go there today again!
REPapillon“

“Recomiendo el pollo a la brasa y el Chicken francés!☺️muy buena comida“

“Comida muito caseira e boa“

“My experience is very positive. Food and service is excellent.“

“exelente lugar muy buena atención comida muy buena“

“The food was really good! But the service was perfect!“

“I’ve been ordering from The Pit for years the staff is always friendly, and the food is consistently fresh and flavorful. No complaints there at all.

That said, I wanted to give a heads-up for anyone ordering the beef ribs half combo. I recently ordered the same half beef rib(S) and chicken combo I’ve gotten in the past. Typically, when I order the half beef rib(s), I receive 2–3 beef chuck ribs. This time, however, I only received one rib — which was surprising, considering the plural wording and my prior experiences.

I called and spoke with Jeff, who was respectful and upfront. He mentioned that the combo only includes one beef rib and that prices have gone up (which I totally get). Still, based on my regular orders over the years, I’ve never received just one rib until now. Either way, I appreciate his transparency.

For context:
• Half chicken combo = ~$11.95
• Half beef rib(S) & chicken combo = ~$16.95

So if you’re expecting multiple beef ribs, you may want to reconsider and go for the chicken or pork ribs instead both still come in hearty portions.

To be clear, this isn’t a complaint just advice for fellow regulars or first-timers who may be surprised by the term beef rib(S)with a single rib. I’ve even added pictures in photos comparing what I received vs. the half chicken combo.

Bottom line: The Pit remains a solid spot with delicious food, generous sides, and great service just be mindful of the current beef rib portions when ordering.“

“Great food. Sangria service“

“Excelente servicio y la comida. Deliciosa. 🤗🥰“

“great food great service“

“Their seafood and 32oz drinks are great!!! I recommend stopping by.“

“I met a couple of my old coworkers there December 20th after 4 years. I wanted to go to a highly rated family-run place and this establishment didn't disappoint. The burgers, meatloaf and pita wraps were excellent. The owner Vinnie greeted us and seated us, then came by to chat with us. The server was attentive and seemed to like her job. About a 15 - 20 minute walk from the Harrison PATH station. I will be making future visits there with old collegues.“

“Ótima comida, muito bem servida!“

“The food is amazing and the service is 5 stars!! Delicious food in a very cozy and quiet environment.“

“Family owned with great food. Frango-à-Lena Pork ribs in BBQ sauce Pork Cubes sautéed in wine sauce Grilled Salmon Shrimp in garlic sauce Cheese Steak sandwich“

“They did a great job with my catering order. They are extremely friendly and accommodating. Everyone at the event loved both the ribs and BBQ chicken. The amount of food was great for the price. I was able to feed and have my guests take home too. Definitely recommend them for your catering needs.“

“Top notch for down here in the Ironbound. The food was amazing, the service was amazing. This is not watered-down Portuguese cuisine.“

“The food was excellent, and the service was outstanding. Me and the family will definitely be back again.“

“Great service very friendly“

“Beautiful place. Very nice attention“

“Love ❤️ Food nice in clean“

“Ali helped us choose the right chicken. As I walk in the place looks lovely and taken care of. The lemon herb chicken was incredibly delicious. The slight spice and tang of the lemon created a deep flavor. Plus the included white creamy sauce and spicy red sauce allowed me to dive deeper into the experience“

“I love it here! I go here almost every week for when i’m hanging around newark, and the food never disappoints. It tastes amazing, and fresh too. People here are lovely and Amazinf atmosphere, very clean and smells great. Good people and good food, love it.“

“The Food is Wonderful!
The atmosphere is intimate, but Great Vibes. (The venue has 2 levels; downstairs dining area and upstairs lounge area.)
They offer Hookah as well.
There is room for improvement however, as some of the staff in the dining area, don't speak English well, so they require assistance from other staff members when taking an order.
Wouldn't hurt if Drinks were a pinch stronger as well.
Overall, I enjoy myself everytime I visit.“

“I’ve been going to Café Caffé for a long time now and the food it’s always delicious, their service is always on point and it’s still the best coffee in the ironbound! ��“

“I recently moved to the Ironbound and needed to find myself a pizza place. Luckily, this place is only a few blocks from my apartment. It's not very big and doesn't seem to be popular for eat-in dining, but it is always busy with people getting take out. The pizza itself has rather thin crust and the sauce is great. I love their margherita pizza. If you eat there, be prepared to pay for drinks even if you get water. They only have bottled. The only down side is that because it's a small place and busy the service can be slow. Order in advance and then you can pick it up or have it delivered when you're ready to eat. I added photos of the menu for anyone who needs it!“

“I had such an amazing experience at Peri Peri! The food was honestly so flavorful and fresh, everything was cooked perfectly and you can really taste the quality. The chicken was juicy, the sauces were incredible, and the spice level was just right. The atmosphere was welcoming and clean, and the service was fast.
I also have to say, Abdenour made the whole experience even better. He was so kind, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcomed. His dedication and positive energy really stood out and made the visit memorable.
Definitely coming back again soon. Highly recommend 🤍“

“es el mejor restaurante y la comida es super rica y es muy económico todo 100 recomendando 😁“

“Esta buena la comida brasileña“

“Very good food and service“

“I’ve been going to this place for 20+ years. I wish the place would expand their dine in section. Also, with business should reinvent itself and accept credit payment. FYI, Not many people carry cash nowadays. On the other hand, food and service is great.“