Colombian Restaurants near Iselin, NJ

“Came here to celebrate my birthday on a Thursday a little after noontime with my wife and four year old daughter. We drove up from PA which took us about an hour’s drive. We’ve been to the Elizabeth location and loved the food & service. The food was delicious and the portions were more than what I expected. I had the “Mar y Tierra salteado” with a side of tostones and a passion fruit juice with milk. My wife had the regular “mar y Tierra” also with tostones and a strawberry lemonade juice. My daughter had chicken tenders and rice from the kids menu.

The food was delicious. My only complaint was that the passion fruit juice was very sour. For $20 we ordered an appetizer of large guacamole with enough chips for like four people which was too much for us since it was just me and my wife. We ate all the guacamole but not all of the chips. By the time we got our food, I was a little full and had to give myself a break during my main meal to finish it.

Our waitress gave us excellent service. I didn’t get her name, but she was very warm, friendly, polite and attentive to everything we needed. The food and drinks arrived in a decent amount of time. However, it did take her a little bit too long to bring us our bill. We were done with our meal and sat there for quite some time, I’d say about 15-20 minutes until she returned with our check after asking for it. She seemed a bit overwhelmed as there were several other tables near us which she was also serving.

For a Thursday around 1230pm, I was surprised to find a decent amount of customers inside. It wasn’t full, but there were a good amount of customers enjoying lunch. I can only imagine how packed this place gets on Friday nights and weekends.

As mentioned earlier, it was my birthday and my wife let the waitress know. At the end of our meal, our waitress came out with other waitresses carrying a tray with ice cream and chocolate cake. They gathered around our table and sang out happy birthday to me in front of all customers with some upbeat music playing in the loudspeakers. It was a nice gesture.

I gave my rating 4 stars only because I didn’t like that they charge you more for paying with a credit card vs paying in cash. I think it was about a $10 difference for me when I got my bill. I understand that businesses get charged when customers pay with credit cards but no other restaurants that I’ve been to do this. I also give it 4 stars because I didn’t like that I had to pay $20 for a large bowl of guac and chips. I asked if they had smaller sizes and was told no. It’s ok if there’s a large group, but for smaller families I feel there should be more options. Finally, I was surprised to see that we got charged $18 for the birthday tray which was brought out to me. It’s a little pricey honestly and I don’t recall seeing it advertised on the menu. The tip is already charged on the bill at 15% which is fine with me. You have the option to add more tip if you’d like.

In all we enjoyed our experience and will return in the future.“

“Excellent service by Karla. This restaurant fulfilled all my expectations . Food was great and brought me back to my childhood with my abuelita.“

“Delicious food and excellent service. Very nice staff!“

“it was good“

“Came in for lunch and our server Paola was the sweetest. She made me the most delicious Coconut Mojito. Food was delicious, fresh and perfectly seasoned.
I highly recommend if you want Colombian Food or soup this place will suffice.

Vegetarian options: As per your request

Parking: There’s parking in the back of the location

Kid-friendliness: Yes very family oriented“

“Justo ahora vine, a comer empanadas, y la atención de la nena fue la Mejor, tan amable, 💕💕💕“

“I think the azúcar buffet is great. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone. The food is amazing I love the service and the people who work here. Angelina and the other staff members are great. I love how they are always greeting me and everyone else saying good morning and good evening and make my day. I think the drinks are great. The buffet is really clean and neat. It’s one of my favorite buffets to go to. I would definitely recommend to go with family members it’s child friendly and there is no problems at all. Shout out to the manager who keeps this place going!“

“Excelente servicio para los clientes“

“Great food. Great service“

“Great local spot to have an affordable and filling meal, in a great environment.“

“DukcePK2 in Elizabeth new jersey is absolutely amazing! From the moment u walk in the experience is fantastic.The food is top tier and the atmosphere makes everything even better.i tried the savory Colombian picada and it was incredible and full of flavor and perfectly prepared. It was honestly one of the best dining experience ive had in Newjersey.highly recommend this place if u want delicious food and amazing cosy atmosphere.“

“Great food. Great service“

“Excelente servicio y música 👌“

“Great food and a fun atmosphere, large portions.Friendly staff attempted to help us read the menus as we did not speak Spanish. Next time we will try their frozen drinks.“

“Todo bien, buen servicio desde que ingresas muy amables“

“Great food. So far the best colombian food I ate in NJ.“

“Mariana is a very friendly, attentive and helpful waitress.The food is very delicious. [Original] Mariana es una mesera muy amable, atenta y servicial. La comida es muy deliciosa.“

“Great local spot to have an affordable and filling meal, in a great environment.“

“If you’re looking for something easy and full of options, Wonder is your go to. This specific location never disappoints. Ask for Rose when you stop by, she was super attentive, friendly and made sure we were taken cared of. 10/10!“

“Really enjoyed my visit! The food was great and the portions are plenty, so you definitely won't leave hungry. Impeccable service and a quick wait time made the experience even better. If you’re planning to go, I’d suggest stopping by in the afternoon to beat the crowds since it’s a popular spot.“

“Es un restaurante muy bello y se siente como eres parte de la familia 🩵“

“This is a wonderful restaurant with a very homely atmosphere. The server was very nice and caring. We had the set lunch menu. The chicken lentil soup was full of flavor and love, as if my grandmother made it. The main dishes - ribs with rice and spaghetti for my husband and cordon blue with rice and beans for me - were also absolutely delicious! We hope this place will continue to grow and thrive!“

“Great experience with the friendly staff behind the counter. They were super helpful and helped me in deciding on my order. I ordered the carne asada platter with rice and beans. The food was pretty good, although the steak could have been better. Overall, it was still enjoyable. Plus, the prices were very reasonable.“

“I really like Colombian food. In Elizabeth there are several Colombian restaurants, but sometimes I don't find the food flavorful. Here at Las Ollitas Colombianas, I liked the flavor; the seasoning was very good, the beans were delicious, and the guacamole with chicharron was also very good.
The waitresses were friendly, the only thing they didn't do was come by our table halfway through to check if everything was okay Del resto lo recomiendo!“

“Deliciosa comida y atención excelente mi sitio especial para sentirme cómo en casa“

“it is nice, it can be loud but be aware. Although the menu says they will charge an 18 or 20% tip automatically to a party of 4 and higher, they still had it to be party of 2 automatically. if you don't realize that then they hand you the receipt with the tip line blank, hoping you had another 20% percent I think this thief and deceptive.“

“Todo absolutamente todo, la mejor!“

“I go to this restaurant at least 2 times per month. Everything on the menu is great. Prices are cheaper than the other restaurants near by. Food is colombian but the owners are mexican but don't be fooled thinking that taste is not the same because it IS THE SAME TASTE OF COLOMBIAN FOOD. They do have customers parking in rear. Don't park across the street in the banks parking lot you will get towed as it happened to a friend of mine“

“Perfect venue for birthdays and wedding anniversary! Chismorris offer live music (call for the details), group specials and a different lunch special every day of the week. The Salmon in Passion Fruit sauce is out of this world. Chismorris, please commend Juan Carlos for his excellent approach to customer care... 💖🙏💖“

“This restaurant took me to Colombia! Beautiful decor, clean, spacious and homie. The food is delish , the coffee is a must and can’t leave without drinking a maracuya juice and pan de bono. The food fresh, beautifully presented and plentiful. Been back 3 times.!“

“La comida muy buena tiene un sabor excelente muy buena atención“

“The most genuine experience of the Choco people, their culture, and the food is absolutely phenomenal. the seafood and the portions are just like you're on the coast of Buena Ventura- They prepare the meals fresh so be patient, listen to music and have a beer- you will not regret the meal. :0“

“buen lugar buena atención se pasa super bien 👍“

“Great Columbian food made buy some awesome older Columbian ladies....Especially the homemade hot sauces...Very friendly efficient staff, good music, and a fun atmosphere.“

“Rancho Mateo has good food. The service was fair. The environment was great! Live music! However, the patio section, where our table was, needed some shadow or sunlight filter. It was hard to fully enjoy with the sun shining right on our faces.“

“Really delicious colombiam food in linden NJ . I guess the only one in town besides the others all around Elizabeth NJ. . This a small but confort spot for really good Colombian food. You can't go wrong with the dishes here. Especially with the bandeja paisa and pechuga asada.. and the fresh shakes of fruits . Really recommend it“

“Delicioso ese punto en el mall súper recomendado aunque algunos piensan que es caro pero yo si pagaría x apoyar a nuestros emprendedores super“

“Food is great! Place is big enough for large families. Family friendly atmosphere and great service. Prices are fair and food is delicious. The times I have been there they are not blasting your ears. All the servers are great. They offer excelente service. Andrea, the manager also makes things happen if you have a special diet.“

“The food was delicious 😋 and they give you a lot I definitely recommend ❤️“

“Excellent service, very good energy when the client arrives, they serve you with a smile, especially Laura and Sofia, a positive energy, I recommend this place, the empanadas are tasty, an atmosphere to have a good time. Thank you Brisas Express for your attention.

Kid-friendliness: An atmosphere for the champions of the house“

“This is a Authentic Colombian restaurant. The atmosphere is lively and friendly. The staff is very helpful in assisting with the menu, as they speak English as well. This is a sit down restaurant with full menu , wine,beer and soda. Dessert is also in the menu.
The prices are very reasonable.
I highly recommend you stop by.
Parking is available in the back“

“El menú es rico y variado , buena atención.😍🙏“

“The service is excellent. My favorite cream of seafood soup. Delicious“

“buen lugar buena atención se pasa super bien 👍“

“Went here for lunch for the first time, and was pleasantly surprised. Handicapped friendly. Plenty of seating. Very organized to serve in an efficient manner. Yes. They speak English and the menus has English subtle“

“Muy rico y agradable me gusto“

“Wow what a pleasure eating at Gusto y Sabor. Pleasant and polite attentive staff. Food was delicious. Great outdoor dining experience. The freshly made lemonades are a must. My new favorite salad with skirt steak and shrimp was delicious. Empanadas were outstanding with the perfect (aji) hot sauce. My wife and daughter totally enjoyed their traditional Bandeja Paisas. I will continue to enjoy this remarkable establishment.“

““I’m visiting from out of state and was looking for a coffee shop to wait for a friend. The place was packed, but the owners—both of them—were so cheerful and welcoming, greeting every customer with a smile. I felt really happy and relaxed here. I definitely recommend you check out this coffee shop!”“