50 Best Latin American Restaurants near East Rutherford

“Food is super fresh and the owner is so nice and you can tell he takes pride in his food. Never had baliada before Mi Sabor and definitely a fan!“

“I always get the shredded roast pork with french fries (for both sides) and extra gravy. The pork is tasty and the fries are always crispy. I eat the pork with the fries and gravy altogether (fries still stay crispy) and it's so delicious.“

“One of my favorite local meat spot!
They do corkage fee, which I personally HIGHLY appreciate as I am a wine enthusiast and love enjoying some of my wines with dinner.
Their pricing is great, specifically for New York. They offer a limited menu which I personally like, that usually means they do whatever they have on the menu with fresh produce.
Typically they have 2 pieces of meat they offer, I always tend to go for the churrasco, the best option in my mind.
They do as well fresh pasta (usually different every time we've been there) and those are usually quite tasty as well!
In terms of appetizers, we've tried the blood sausage and their empanadas, both are great.
The atmosphere is simple, and nothing like a fancy steakhouse but for the price and the quality, I will definitely keep going there, specifically with their (relatively affordable) corkage fee!“

“love it !!! food was great and the service too“

“It was a very pleasant experience. The food was 100% recommended, delicious and unique in flavor. The atmosphere was super cool, and the waiter, ANDRES, gave us the best recommendations. We had a very delicious and enjoyable dinner, and we will definitely be back.“

“Delicious food, the tostitos were amazing! Friendly service and beautiful decor. Feels like you're in Miami Beach.

Vegetarian options: Only about 3 vegie dishes, but I'm sure if you ask they can make accomodations“

“fantastic food, but horrible service. AND they force an 18% gratuity on all parties“

“The food was absolutely delicious! We tried the tequeños, a cachapa, an empanada, an arepa and a pan. Authentic Venezuelan. The service was also phenomenal. Go there!

Dietary restrictions: Good for people who need a gluten free diet“

“Good food excellent service .Great job Juan Carlos“

“An amazing place yo share with your loves one and have a good talk and share a delicious bottle of wine, food it’s amaze ! Really tasty and flavorful l, 10/10“

“Ok y’all have GOT to get to Chino Grande in Williamsburg. Great atmosphere, delectable food, and karaoke when you wanna get down.

Staff, servers, and management not only create a warm, welcoming atmosphere, but they’re also quick, attentive, and genuinely enjoyable to be around.“

“the rotisserie chicken is grestrice a peas nice my favorite spot 😋“

“This place makes such good food! I went all the way from Jersey City to get a plate of Frituras... which consisted of Pork Chops, Fried Chicken, Salami, and fried Plantains and it did not disappoint! The place was clean and the workers were nice. I definitely do recommend this place to anyone looking for great 🇩🇴 food. They offer lots of different types of Dominican dishes!“

“Our meal was DELICIOUS! Scallop appetizer followed by entrees of halibut, bronzino and orata. Wonderful service made for a beautiful evening“

“This place has become one of my favorites after only one visit! The food, the service, and overall vibe was great. The food was just a mix of flavors, and you can see the influences through each dish. The bakery is great too - those Alfafor cookies were AMAZING. It is almost like they were made out of your dreams.“

“la recomiendo 100% es un ambiente muy entrenado.“

“We had chiccharones and goat stew. My Dominican friend said it was the best chicchones she ever ate. Another friend said the goat stew was excellent. I really recommend this place for flavorful food. The owner is so nice and made sure everything was good for us.“

“Endroit magnifique, décoré avec beaucoup de goût ! Les plats sont aussi beaux que bons, une cuisine travaillée et raffinée.. Le personnel accueillant et très professionnel ! Nous recommandons largement ! Allez-y les yeux fermés et les papilles ouvertes! 🌺“

“will comeback, 100% recommended“

“Today was our 4th time visiting Samba. The food is consistently great! the service is top-notch. They have a very friendly staff. The atmosphere is old-school Brazilian and very comfortable. I highly recommend Samba, especially if you like gluten-free cuisine.“

“We went there for the first time yesterday. Pros: The food was amazing. Loved every bite. I think the Colombian soup was my favorite but honestly everything was delicious. I am a picky eater and I ate everything. The drinks were simply divine. Hats off to the bartender. Just Wow! The server (Borjas) was equally exceptional. He only had 4 days on the job but executed like a pro. He was also funny and just kind. Just one con: The suited host that took a bit to greet us at the door was off. He also sat us at the very front of the restaurant. Mind you it was practically empty and never really filled up. I think that this was due to the holiday weekend. Anyway, he did not give us an option like another host did for a later couple. I also noted in my reservation that this was my fiancé's birthday and requested if anything special could be done. There was no choice of table and no candle in the cake. Usually how many other restaurants would have handled. Anyways, I will definitely go back due to the food, drinks and server but will hope for a better host.“

“I enjoy tasting empanadas from all types of places. Empanada Mama is by far the best of any place I’ve ever tasted!! The portions were stunning, the food was full of flavor, the menu is large, and the dessert empanadas are just as amazing as the savory ones! Definitely some comfort food right here ❤️ Amazing delivery as well“

“I went in person to the restaurant to order food for a party of 8. The space was exceedingly clean and bustling with lunchtime customers. The owner, Jessica, helped me select dishes from the Guayaquil region. The order was delivered on time to my home, and all my guests enjoyed the food so much-- they raved about how delicious it was. I will definitely order again; it was a true pleasure!“

“Great spot for lunch to dinner. Kind of a all-day, everyday spot. Serving from noon till late night. Great comfort Latin American cuisine. Full service restaurant and bar.“

“Stepping in to Guarapo transported me back to my times living Miami. The food was a blend of Puerto Rican, Colombian, and Mexican food, taking the best from each place and turning it into their own. We tried the shrimp soup and oxtail dish which was perfect. Oxtail was succulent and soft and the tostones that comes with the soup was probably the best I've had. Definitely worth checking out. Nora was great!“

“Such a great place with a beautiful atmosphere and great food. The owner Alberto makes you feel at home. We will definitely be back.“

“Great place, great environment and good vibes.😀“

“I am a regular customer and I must say the food is always consistent the love and dedication that chef put each day is remarkable. The price is reasonable and the server is amazing and professional . Thank you chef for all the amazing meal you make for me and my son .“

“Crazy good empanadas - my partner and I shared the empanada flight as a takeout order, and I'll be thinking about these for a while. Nice variety of fillings, crusts, and sauces - definitely recommend ordering the flight to get acquainted with everything Titi's has to offer. In particular the puff pastry crusts were so flaky and buttery, but the corn and platano shells are great too. So glad to have this place in the neighborhood and can't wait to return.“

“my favorite is the prosecutor ! but everything is great ! very cool guys there !“

“Great service good food 👍🥝“

“great service,just grest in venetal.👍“

“The decor at this morsel of Costa Rican culture is aesthetically pleasing and if you’re in the area, this is one of the better Tico spots. We watched Costa Rica beat Paraguay in a Copa America game while eating pupusas, un Casado and Tacos Ticos and totally hit the spot. Especially since they served some salsa Lizano on the side.“

“Second time eating here Food was excellent plenty of flavor super authentic. I had pernil with yuca fries and maduros . Chicken and pork tacos with arroz con gandules and fries.Also had some chicken tacos they were good , husband wasn't feeling the sauce that was on top . But overall taste, portion and price was really great . Its not as fast as the other spots but was worth the little extra time. Will definitely stop by again.“

“great pupusas delicious shakes“

“Melhor lanche brasileiro da região“

“Came to celebrate an engagement. They had a set menu that gave us the opportunity to try any different dishes. The food was phenomenal. From the wings, to the fish, to the steak, and lobster Mac and cheese. It was so delicious. I wish I could remember our waitress’s name but she was so attentive and never had us waiting long. Although I no longer live in NY I would definitely make an effort to come back for my next visit.“

“Everything on the menu is delicious! The service is fast and staff is amazing. My children love their empanadas! It’s cozy, welcoming and relaxing ambiance…“

“Really hyped, and with a lot of reviews, the expectations were high.

What was good?
When for starters the chicken was indeed quite good. But in the context of other Peruvian chicken I’ve had in the past, it was not extraordinary. Yes the skin was crispy and the meat was juicy. The arroz chaufa hit all the savory notes that I was looking for too. The sangria didn’t disappoint either.

What was bad?
Overall, not too much other than the sporadic and slightly chaotic service. Not necessarily any marks against Pio Pio for this, I think it was just a busy night.

The main issue I had was the frozen chicken used in the arroz chaufa. In a restaurant that is known for its chicken, you wouldn’t think they would cheap out on it at any point. But, this was simply not the case. It was dry, chewy, and clearly not as fresh as their rotisserie chicken.

It didn’t scare me off entirely from going back, but I was disappointed to say the least. Most people have extremely low bars for chicken as a meat they would spend money on at a restaurant. Don’t give people a reason to complain I just don’t get it. Looking back on it, I would have said something or sent the dish back, not because I’m an asshole, but because I know they can do better.“

“Recommended NEW latín restaurant in Paterson.... keep going guys !!!“

“I was looking for a specific type of soup, called a lot of the Spanish restaurants no one made it. Found this restaurant and from the first phone call they are truly amazing. They were very attentive to what I wanted. Quick and efficient. Another time I went to the place to place my order, even better the young lady was super sweet and the man there was so attentive to my order. Will definitely keep on ordering. Even the empanadas were made fresh. Small restaurant but excellent customer service! I ordered asopao de camarones!“

“Tienen que visitar este gran y majestuoso restaurante lo bien que se come!!“

“buena atención y menú bariado“

“Great Ecuadorian traditional food. Staff is great. Love going here and will continue. Highly recommend z“

“I called this morning at 6am to inquire how long it would take them to make 3 dozen empanadas, for a work event, they said ten mi utes! They saved my day. The empanadas were a hit at work! They were delicious! I bought chicken, beef and cheese! They’re affordable too! Gracias! 🙏🏽 I’ll be buying from here again.“

“Best food in the neighborhood. Been coming here for 4 years and have yet to be disappointed. You literally cannot go wrong, but my favorites are the oxtail, the pernil, and the stewed chicken. Don’t forgot to add either yellow rice or rice with black beans and some extra pinto beans to top it off.“

“Amazing! First time here, first time eating Ecuadorian food and everything got an A+. From the rice to the soup to the breading on seafood… was not expecting it to be that good. Service was also great, our server was thorough and patient when explaining every dish. Will definitely come back!“

“Yummy yummy.Great for when you forget to take the meal your wife cook for you to work.They have pineapples watermelons and other fruits on the go perfect for when you're just done with the gym.They also do catering which is on point plenty to choose from and they'll make whatever you want.I definitely recommend this place it's great for people like me that don't have time to make a meal so instead of eating boring McDonald's and all that other garbage around that area stop by check them out and if you like home cook meals then this is the spot. You're in and out within 10 minutes tops. You tried the rest now try the best. Always love to support small businesses especially that put time and energy into their meals and don't do small portions like most places you will get a lot of meat for your buck. I'd like to let you people know that I honestly enjoyed the food you guys cooked and always recommend them to my friends I am usually in Lodi so I take a drive down to Hackensack just so I can get the delicious meals that they prepare. I know I may be boring but my favorite one is chicken franchise "chicken with lemon" ?It is on point and I feel like I could eat that 100 times a day LOL. All right enough of me rambling just wanted to let you guys know that this is Justin certified“

“Delicious reasonably priced food and excellent service!“

“I found this place by a simple google search! Well it’s a gem! Everything was delicious! We had for an appetizer the empanada sampler and wow!!!! My husband had the skirt steak tacos which were delicious and seasoned to perfection! I had the city island basket and it may have been the best fried fish I’ve ever had! Definitely come visit this place!“