Spanish Restaurants near East Rutherford, NJ

“Okay, so I’ve been here 3 times. The first time we went, the service was incredibly slow. I will say that we had a big group. But it took almost an hour to get our drinks and chips. But I still went back, so you know something had to be great. Here’s my breakdown-Birria tacos: 3.5/5 very tiny, not crispy, and quite expensive (3 tiny tacos for like $18)-Birria TOP TIER. You’d think with so many toppings, the fries would get soggy. But nope. Close to perfection. My only suggestion would be to trim more fat off the birria. I found a few big pieces of fat the last time I ordered, but I’d still buy it again.-Chicken quite bland, but the kids ate it- my husband really enjoyed these-smoothie (strawberry) 3/5 not the best flavor. Mostly ice-smoothie (mango pineapple I believe) 1.5/5 my nephews wouldn’t drink this one. Tasted super watered down and again, mostly ice.Final verdict. GET THE BIRRIA FRIES. Worth every penny. I’m going to try the birria pizza the next time we go. Customer service was excellent the last two times I went btw. First time, it was lacking, but the girl was very young.“

“Was working late until the wee hours and was starving. This place is open late and delivers late. Food was excellent. And I think they season their sour cream or it’s homemade or something because it was one of the highlights. Veggie quesadilla is definitely enough for two meals. Beans were nicely seasoned. Rice, pico and guac was meh. Get the sour cream, it is not normal it was different I really liked it. I would order from them again especially late at night. Delivery driver was nice too, and my bag came stapled.

Vegetarian options: Veggie quesadilla was great

Dietary restrictions: Nice vegetarian options“

““The bartenders Steven and John at Salinas are phenomenal! From the moment you sit at the bar, you’re greeted with warmth and professionalism. Their knowledge of cocktails is unmatched – whether you’re in the mood for a classic drink or something creative, they’ll craft it to perfection.

Not only are they skilled, but their friendly demeanor and attention to detail elevate the entire dining experience. They manage to balance the hustle of a busy bar while making every guest feel special.

The atmosphere they create is vibrant yet relaxed, making it the perfect spot for a night out or a casual drink. Highly recommend stopping by for a perfectly crafted cocktail and top-notch service. Cheers to the incredible team behind the bar!”“

“This is a bit of an upscale tapas bar, knowledge staff, not obtrusive. It did remind me of some upscale places in Spain. Go eat tapas the Manhattans with chocolate rim omg! Food was good too!“

“a good tapas experience in a casual setting. The chorizo mussels were tasty, with smoky chorizo and tender mussels. The chicken was well-cooked, juicy, and crispy on the outside. The mushroom croquettes were crispy and creamy, and the churros were light, with a rich dulce de leche sauce for dipping.

Overall, Boqueria is a solid choice for a relaxed meal with flavorful tapas.“

“Friendly, efficient, professional service from (Marlon) and owner (Alex). Delicious tapas included Albondigas, Camarones en Salsa De Mango, and Tortilla Española (that potato/cheese/onion treat ) Oh - and the ginormous Land and Sea Paella was superb. Add a coupla glasses of their Lovely Logos Cab, and — just WOW!“

“a great Basque tapas restaurant. i wonderful gem in Chelsea!“

“SERVER AT CAFE ERNESTO'S WHEN I WAS IN MY MID TWENTIES. I STILL DREAM OF THE VAST DESERT MENU PASTA BOLOGNESE AND SPECIALITY ESPRESSO AND CAPPUCCINO DRINKS. THANK YOU AND GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS. NANCIE LEE DAVIS-HERRERA PREZA I“

“Calling this restaurant a "hidden gem" would be a monumental understatement. We ate dinner here on a whim, and it turned out to be the best dinner we had during our trip to NYC. Everything we ate was phenomenal, especially the croquetas. The dining area is chic yet cozy, with mellow music at just the right volume. Finally, our waiter Ibai was easily the friendliest and most efficient server we've met in months; he made an already great meal into a fantastic dining experience. All in all, this place is absolutely top notch and very highly recommended.“

“delicious tapas, cervesa Alhambra, flamenco de Seville, personable service was all together like the best of Spain. one of those moments that shows nyc always strives to be the best!“

“So delicious!!! I recommend them to anyone looking for a tasty treat.“

“delicious tapas, cervesa Alhambra, flamenco de Seville, personable service was all together like the best of Spain. one of those moments that shows nyc always strives to be the best!“

“It was really delicious to eat gambas and garlic bread -like bread and spanned sour and salty sauce.
(Sardine) BoQuerones) It was so delicious to eat sweet and sour sauce with potato chips with one side of the sardines and sauce.
Lastly, the paella (Boquerones) that everyone loved so much that there was no preference.
It is almost the basis of Spanish cuisine, which is a fantasy of the seafood and spanes that are unique to the gospel.
Churos and chocolate are also delicious for dessert ..“

“The food was amazing. Alexa G. gave us an amazing service and the kitchen brought out our food quick, which is amazing! Alexa was so sweet and she was always asking me if there was anything I needed. I love this place and recommend it to anyone!“

“An OUTSTANDING dinning restaurant with GREAT food and service!😉👍🏾👊🏾😍🥰😻“

“Energetic environment and the staff was all very positive. The seating was cramped in the back room though and we had to move our table 2-3 inches to squeeze out on our way to the bathroom or when letting others to their table to our left. We ordered the classic tasting menu. Paella and potatoes were very good, but everything else was underwhelming. Average cocktails. Probably not somewhere we'll come back to unless we're able to be seated up front and opt for our own menu choices.“

“Best plate of the night. Ambience was perfect and service excelled.“

“Comida Buenisima... Lo único tienes que pedir los platos iguales como estan en la carta... Eramos 4 y nos cobraron 5 platos... Deberian de cambiar esto no todas las personas pueden comer el plato exacto como lo tienen... ppr un mofongo aparte nos cobraron el plato del mofongo completo...“

“The food was delicious but tHE DJ had the music so loud I was yelling just so my friend across the table could hear me and I lost my voice

Parking: The valet is very rude but they don't work for the restaurant I think“

“Food and service is always excellent!“

“It was like dining in a 5 star establishment. I had the surf & turf. The jumbo shrimp.was perfectly cooked and the steak tips unbelievably great. I never had their specialty desert cake. It was an unbelievable experience, so good. The owner Jose was so friendly and made me feel like family. Overall, I highly recommend Chloes. My go to place!“

“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“

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

“😋good times had by all thanks“

“Muy rica la comida! Cómo en nuestro país Ecuador 🇪🇨“

“Great food, reasonable prices in Manhattan. However, it was extremely warm inside, almost hard to breathe at some point so we finished the meal quickly to get some air... Also the high chair seats are not the most comfortable. Garlic shrimps and squid ink rice were really nice!“

“Great mimosas and food . Good atmosphere.“

“Amazing frying! The tostones were fresh with a nice crisp on the outside. Great flavour. This tray fed my family of 5! Definitely recommend!

Amazing frying! The tostones were fresh with a nice crunch on the outside. Great flavor. This tray fed my family of 5!
I definitely recommend it!“

“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“

“delicious tapas, cervesa Alhambra, flamenco de Seville, personable service was all together like the best of Spain. one of those moments that shows nyc always strives to be the best!“

“Great food nice menu choices! Delicious bread rolls. Great choices of everything drinks food dessert and liquor and non alcoholic drinks.“

“white sangria paella marinera, Zarzuela, chicken with almond and Octopus a la gallega. Delicious 😋 😋“

“We had a really good time. Very cozy, awesome service and the live Flamenco really made it a special night.“

“My wife and I went in for a quick breakfast sandwich (Bacon, egg and cheese, coffee, and a natural juice - tamarindo) and everything tasted amazing. The staff is very friendly and even customize the sandwiches for us. We would definitely go back and recommend as well ?“

“maravilloso el show de flamenco“

“Highly recommend the paealla negra excelente! authentic and savory!“

“The attention was wonderful. The white sangria was very good. The food was absolutely delicious. Paella marinara, Chilean sea bass and the mariscada were all yummy. Best part. … the flamenco show.“

“Excellent food and presented well…, a value here!“

“Food is always good! Going there for years“

“Food was amazing and service was on point !! Delicious 🤤“

“The staff is always friendly and will make your dinning experience special.“

“Love their food. Everything I've had there is so tasty. I'm disappointed that they changed their fried potatoes. They are more like a bag of chips now, otherwise no complaints.“

“I’m so glad their back! ❤️❤️❤️“

“We had an amazing experience at the restaurant! The food was delicious and our server, Diego, was absolutely fantastic — very attentive, kind, and professional. We also had the pleasure of enjoying a live jazz band, which made the evening even more special. It was an unforgettable experience, and we're definitely coming back, not only for the incredible food but also for the outstanding service Diego provided. Highly recommend!“

“We sat outside. Our party was served quickly and efficiently. Food was very good.“

“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.“

“We had an excellent experience with the staff here.

We came after dinner at neighboring Fulgrance on their recommendation, because of El Pingüino’s fortified wine list.

It was a lovely experience - nice calm place to enjoy a thoughtful menu.

Don’t miss the basque cheesecake with any staff recommendation on beverage. Did we need to eat that after a full dinner? No. Was it worth it? Yes.“

“The food was absolutely amazing! The service was bar none! Highly recommend 👌🏽👍🏽✅“

“If you want to live the experience of a “corrientazo” restaurant in NJ, this is the place! Typical Colombian flavor. The roasts and soups are SPECTACULAR! Warm attention from Sandra and Marcela. Excellent prices
OPPORTUNITY FOR IMPROVEMENT: the space is very small and fills up quickly“

“Great Spanish Mercado vibe just off the High Line in the middle of Manhattan!“