25 Best Latin American Restaurants near Metuchen

Latin Port Caribbean • $
333 Lake Ave, Metuchen

Customers` Favorites

Brazilian Moqueca with Rice and Vegetables
Pollo Guisado with Rice and Chips
Beef Stew Yellow Rice and Beans
Latin Port Costillas Pork Ribs
Brazilian Moqueca Fish Stew
Catering Pollo Guisado Small
Carne En Salsa Beef Stew
Peruvian Chicken Plate
Colombian Empanadas
Salvadorean Pupusas

“I walking into this restaurant looking for a quick but fresh lunch. The space was very clean and orderly. The staff is attentive and personable. I ordered a burrito with pernil, corn salsa, pickled red onions and cheese. As a side, I got the chickpea and cucumber salad. I really have to say I was very impressed with the freshness and flavor of the food without being over seasoned. Next time I will remember to write a review before I devour all the food. ?“

4.8 Superb115 Reviews
Angie's Cafe and Bakery Bakery • $
275 Amboy Ave, Metuchen

Customers` Favorites

Kids Chicken Nuggets with Fries
White Rice and Red Beans
Tres Leches Cake
Pizza Empanadas
Cup Cakes
Beef Stew
Cupcake

“I have gotten a few different empanadas since working in the neighborhood from Angie's and they are so good!! I tried the chicken stew yesterday, which I asked for with yellow rice, black beans, and plantains and it did not disappoint. It was flavorful, filling, and all cooked perfectly. The prices aren't too bad too. The only thing I would ask for is better containers- I ordered takeout and the liquid from the chicken stew almost spilled out of the container all over my outfit! Otherwise I will be getting this at least once a week!!“

4.2 Good55 Reviews
Lola Latin Bistro Latin American • $$
87 Central Ave, Metuchen

Customers` Favorites

Sausage Appetizer Platter
Churrasco a La Parrilla
Apple Crumb Cheesecake
Mascarpone Cheesecake
Guacamole with Chips
Ceviche De Camerones
Salmon a La Plancha
Camarones Ajillo
Dessert Platter
Black Bean Dip

“Fantastic restaurant, really I can’t get enough of this place. Great food , service and music, will be going back for sure . Nice location with outdoor and indoor seating. The food is a nice mixture of different Hispanic and Latin culture.PS: BYOB !!!!!“

4.2 Good60 Reviews
Rio of Japan Sushi • $$
257 Central Ave, Metuchen

Customers` Favorites

Mango Tuna Tartar w Tostones
Chicken Teriyaki
California Roll
Hurricane Roll
Beef Teriyaki
Hibachi Steak
Mango Shrimp
Latin Roll
Sushi Boat
Tuna Sushi

“I absolutely fell in LOVEE with this place !!It’s super cutee with the traditional Japanese seating and the parasols hanging from the ceilingThe food is PHENOMENAL!! Their fusion makes everything deliciousI can get fresh rolls with a twist as well as empanada or tuna tartare with tostones !! You can’t beat it and not to mention I loved everything I ordered !! Absolutely will be coming back“

3.8 Good50 Reviews
Pachamama Latin American • $$
215 US-22, Green Brook - 7.4 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ceviche de Pescado
Tres Leches Cake
Tuna Tartare

“Fun little place. I expected the floral decor to be in the whole restaurant but it was centered in a specific area next to the bar. The tables had touch lighting that can change color depending on the mood. The hostess and wait staff had so much energy and smiles that were contagious. The menu items have an Asian flair especially since of the apps and fried rice (chaufa) offering. I got the pacha sour, which is a pisco sour with chicha morada and lomo saltado with tender steak pieces. Others got the arroz con mariscos that had prawns, squid and mussels. The lomo quesadillas were good too and the guacamole was good with it. The side of mashed potatoe was creamy and so buttery. For dessert, we got the flan and tres leches cake. Everything was delicious and is worth coming back to try other dishes.“

4.8 Superb182 Reviews
Surrender Cafe Puerto Rican • $
691 Amboy Ave, Woodbridge - 4.27 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sorullitos Six Fried Semi-Sweet Cornmeal Sticks
Churrasco Con Arroz De Tostones
Arroz Con Gandules Spinach Rice
Plantain Chips and Salsa
Churrasco a La Parilla
Avocado Salad Mofongo
Pulled Pork and Rice
Alcapurrias De Yuca
Bistec Encebollado
Appetizer Sampler

“I've lived in this area for almost a decade, but had not yet found Latin food that could compare to what I had growing up in Union City and when I lived in the city and visited Washington Heights. Until now, that is! Surrender Cafe recently became available on DoorDash. I had never heard of it, but was drawn by the great reviews, tempting photos of the food, and many of my favorites on a menu with lots of my favorites. This is the first time I've ever ordered from a place, and then immediately again the next day. I especially love that so many of their dishes are available in smaller portions. Want to try the mofongo? Here's the mofonguitos! And meat-only portions can be had of just about everything in small, medium or large sizes, which made it easy for me to sample the beef and chicken guisado, red and black beans, pernil, so I ordered the bistec ecebollado for my main dish. Everything, absolutely everything is delicious, and arrived well packaged. Oh - and I almost forgot - the tres leches! Absolutely top notch. Not only some of the best Latin food I've ever had, but some of the best comfort food I've ever had, period.“

4.6 Superb93 Reviews
La Ronda Restaurant Latin American • $$
27 Greenbrook Rd E, North Plainfield - 6.63 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ceviche Concha Pescado Y Camarón
Chicharron Con Mote Y Tostado
Seafood and Fried Rice
Encebollado De Pescado
Grilled Steak Platter
Corviche De Pescado
Encebollado Triple
Encebollado Mixto
Picada Ecuatoriana
Seafood and Rice

“We cannot return to the equator but finding this delight in NJ Plainfield makes me remember the days of family reunions, the chips, the seasoning, the ajísito de pepa, something very delicious and recommended.Parking: Parking with free spaceKid-friendliness: Quiet atmosphere“

4.7 Superb47 Reviews
Baldi Café Latin American • $
1801 S Wood Ave, Linden - 8.58 miles

Customers` Favorites

Rice and Beans with Salchichon and Eggs
Casado Con Pescado Empanizado
Gallo Pinto Con Huevos
Ham and Cheese Sandwich
Rice and Beans Baldi
Ensalada Caracoles
Grilled Chicken
Arroz Con Pollo
Casado Chuleta
Casado Pollo

“I come to this restaurant almost everyday since I moved down the block. The food is amazing, very affordable in comparison to most places nowadays, and no matter who is at the register they are sooo pleasant. I absolutely love this place, and if more people knew about it the line would be out the door. Espectacular!“

4.8 Superb34 Reviews
Don Alex Restaurant Peruvian • $$
352 Rahway Ave, Elizabeth - 10.75 miles

Customers` Favorites

Beef Fried Rice Peruvian Styles
Tallarín Saltado Carne O Mixto
Arroz Chaufa Con Camarones
Special Salad with Avocado
1 2 Pollo A la Brasa Solo
1 Pollo A la Brasa Solo
Chicken Fries and Salad
Arroz Chaufa De Mariscos
Pollo Asado Con Ensalada
Quarter Roasted Chicken

“Thank you for the excellent service Meybelin, very attentive and helpful, the food was delicious, the service very excellent, I love this restaurant and that is why I visit it frequently ??? the person who served me was super friendly, he deserves a raise ?“

4.4 Superb132 Reviews
Gigi's Latin Bistro Latin American • $
1524 Irving St, Rahway - 6.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

Arroz Con Pollo Guisado Y Habichuelas
Mofongo with Pernil
Tres Leches Cake
Sweet Plantains
The Rican Fries
Boricua Burger
Cuban Sandwich
Carne Guisada
Flan De Coco
Chicken Soup

“The food taste delicious, You can eat relax ,the music is perfect not loud like others places that u can even talk. Just perfect for everyone that want to eat good food delicious and a nice atmosphere. The owner is very nice . I recommend this place ?, u will love it “

4.5 Superb69 Reviews
Tropicana Diner and Bakery Diner • $
545 Morris Ave, Elizabeth - 11.62 miles

Customers` Favorites

Waffle Ala Mode with Two Scoops of Your Favorite Ice Cream Served with Syrup and Butter
Start with Our Thick Cut French Toast
Start with Our Golden Brown Pancakes
Crock of French Onion Soup Au Gratin
New Elizabeth Style Eggs Benedict
Strawberry Cheesecake
Chicken and Waffles
Chicken Quesadilla
Huevos Rancheros
Red Velvet Cake

“This diner's service is always great. I think there is so much to choose from it can be intimidating. When it was time to pay the check, I noticed their new pay system had already added a 15% tip to the bill. I think tipping should ALWAYS be the discretion of the patron. Because my server was great, I didn't have a problem paying the 15%. I wonder if her tip is shared. FYI, you can change the tip amount at the register, but ya'll need to pay attention.Food at this diner is always yummy. The staff is great and at my visit they were on top of everything. There is someone ready to clear your plate if you're done. Our server was attentive. Making sure if we needed anything else during our meal.Kid-friendliness: They have paper placemats for kids to doodle while waiting for their meal.“

4.4 Superb88 Reviews
Pollo Campero Chicken • $
301 E Front St, Plainfield - 6.22 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Wings
Fried Chicken
Yuca Fries

“This was our first time trying Pollo Campero in the U.S. and was really blown away on how delicious it taste like back home in Guatemala.The Yuca fries are to die for. They are soft, moist, and crispy on the outside.The chicken was delicious and juicy.Our order came out as expected. The chicken was extra fresh out the oil.The staff here were very welcoming and helpful.The restaurant is clean, especially the two bathrooms (you will need a code from the cashier to unlock the bathroom doors), and quiet.This is located in a busy area but there is parking at the back of the restaurant!I highly recommend stopping here to grab some fresh chicken to eat!“

4.5 Superb48 Reviews
Esquina Latina Latin American • $$
25 Liberty St, New Brunswick - 5.4 miles

Customers` Favorites

Costillas A la Braza
Camarones Al Ajillo
Cuban Chicken Bites
Tostones Con Mojo
Tostones Rellenos
Calamares Fritos
Tres Leches Cake
Paella Marinara
Sangria Sampler
Patacon Sliders

“Our waiter (John) and the manger (Emerson) were so nice! We came to celebrate my friend’s birthday on a Wednesday night . The ambiance and music was so liveky. The cocktails were so yummy and the appetizers were so yummy! Thank you guys ! Great vibes !“

4.2 Good236 Reviews
Nereida’s Restaurant Latin American • $
177 Patterson St, Perth Amboy - 5.45 miles

“This restaurant is a hole in the wall and not well known of besides the locals. This has to be the best place I've been to for Chicharron, the pork is perfectly cooked, crackly and crispy pork skin and juicy tender meat. The flavor and crunch is perfectly enjoyed by my family with some tortillas and salsa picante. Some Chicharron tacos. Besides the Chicharron we have also gotten other food but I would only return again for that Chicharron.Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant is floor level and has no steps, perfect for wheelchair access.“

4.5 Superb30 Reviews
Chilean Bakery Bakery • $
222 E Lincoln Ave, Roselle Park - 10.27 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hallullas with Ham Egg and Cheese
Churrasco Italiano
Chilean Empanadas
Classic Empanadas
Bistec a Lo Pobre
Pastel De Choclo
Chilenitos
Milhojas

“Today I accidentally stopped there for coffee on my way to the train station. Coffee has a really different flavor when combined with hot milk. I highly recommend the coffee, it outclasses Starbucks and this type of place in terms of taste and price .“

4.5 Superb26 Reviews
Cheo's Kitchen Latin American • $
129 Fayette St, Perth Amboy - 5.52 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Potatoe
Pastelitos
Sandwich
Patacon
Queso
Papa

“Everything there is just so fresh and I can’t get over how juicy and flavorful the pastelillo are. For $1 you’d think you’d be getting a small empty empanada... Nope! They’re big and stuffed with either beef, cheese, chicken (my favorite), egg, pizza etc. honestly the food 5/5, freshness 5/5, atmosphere 5/5, and the price is insanely fair. Only thing I wished is if they had the red country club soda and that’s it.“

5 Superb10 Reviews
Rosa's Cafe Latin American • $
100 US-1, Avenel - 5.87 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Salad Sandwich
Quesadilla

“I had my car service in the Sansone toyota and realized there a restaurant in the 2nd floor of the service center and it was amazing ? the ? was calming the food was very good ? and chipper. you get more for your $. comfy atmosphere I will go again just to injoy the food and atmosphere “

4.5 Superb17 Reviews
Latin Bites Latin American • $$
826 NJ-35, Avenel - 4.26 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pork Bites Dinner or Chicken Bites Dinner
Chicken Bites Con Yuca or Tostones
Chicken & Cheese Empanada
Pork Bites Con Tostones
Beef & Cheese Empanada
Build Your Meal
Papa Rellena
Tres Leches
Bacalaitos
Yuca Fries

“Nancy at the avenel food truck is AMAZING. She is such a good energy person, makes great conversation. I’ve tried the cuban sandwich, all the empanadas, a LOT of food here. This place is great and I will come here just to talk to Nancy sometimes! Good place to bring your family, order ahead of time to not wait!“

4.5 Superb17 Reviews
El Shaday Latin American • $
308 State St, Perth Amboy - 5.56 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pupusas Salvadore
Beef Soup

“I ordered online delivery from this restaurant for the first time and was not disappointed.I had Pupusas and Steamed Cassava.The Pupusas were absolutely tasty andThe cassava ( yucca) was tender but it lacked the grilled onions Im used to when having cassava in that fashion.But overall, Good food.“

4.3 Superb18 Reviews
Eden's Legacy Lounges •
462 Amboy Ave, Perth Amboy - 4.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mofongo de Camarones
Steak with Onions
Fried Red Snapper
Fried Chicken
Pepper Steak
Pulled Pork
Beer Bucket
Flank Steak
Oxtail Rabo
Chicharon

“A local favorite place of mine. I love their happy hour menu and times. They're very affordable and a great place to meet up with friends or have an inexpensive date. The ambiance is nice with the grass walls and good music. The service is good too for the most part. Only thing I will say is the drinks can be a bit inconsistent sometimes.“

4.1 Good45 Reviews
Grill Creations Latin American • $$
108 North Ave, Garwood - 8.02 miles

Customers` Favorites

Taco Salad with Ground Beef
Chicken Enchilada ml Bandera
Bean and Cheese Quesadilla
Chilaquiles with Carnitas
Mexican Bowl with Chicken
Grilled Chicken Burrito
Churros & Ice Cream
Steak Mexican Bowl
Salsa and Chips
Chips and Salsa

“Food came out fast and was delicious. Portions were more than sufficient. Very flavorful and just was a truly satisfying meal. Our waitress was friendly and the service was excellent. We will definitely be going back…soon. Big thanks to my friend, Ed, for recommending this place.Vegetarian options: Plenty of choices“

4.1 Good42 Reviews
Bahama Breeze Steak House • $$
520 Woodbridge Center Dr, Woodbridge - 3.23 miles

Customers` Favorites

Jamaican Stuffed Plantain Bowl
Tequila Sunburn Glazed Salmon
Top Sirloin & Coconut Shrimp
Jerk Chicken Pineapple Bowl
Coconut Shrimp Appetizer
Tropical Chicken Salad
Skirt Steak Churrasco
Tostones with Chicken
Classic Chicken Wings
Jamaican Jerk Wings

“Food was delicious and reasonable for someone on a budget. Was greeted and seated right away upon entering the restaurant. Booth seating was very uncomfortable and tight, need to upgrade those old seats. Service was okay nothing special basic.“

4 Good153 Reviews
Nuevo Elizabeth Restaurant Latin American • $
175 Hall Ave, Perth Amboy - 5.4 miles

Customers` Favorites

Empanada De Carne

“I was at a local school and walked here for lunch after finding it on Google. The service was impeccable! I ordered the classic Dominican dish, "Tres Golpes" aka Three Hits and was super satisfied. I offered to pay but was told to eat my lunch first and deal with the bill later. I appreciated that.When I saw that the eggs were slightly runny, the young lady gladly took them back and recooked them. The place was filled with some old timers who were cracking jokes and enjoying each other's company as Jose Luis Rodriquez played in the background. One of the workers sat by me and ate his lunch. It was a really cool and laid back, old-school vibe as if I was having a meal in Santo Domingo. I will return again.“

4.3 Superb12 Reviews
Mamajuana Café Plainfield Latin American • $$$
44 Watchung Ave, Plainfield - 6.22 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ensalada de Calamares
Chillo Boca Chica
Frozen Margarita
Chicharroncitos
Sancocho Tipico
Mamajuana Roll
Yuca Crab Cake
Coconut Shrimp
Aguacate Majao
Chivo Al Horno

“Miguel is awesome!! He made sure we had superb service and felt well taken care of. We don’t get to go in dates much, but he definitely made it worthy going out tonight!! Ask for Miguel!! You won’t regret it!Parking: Super easy and convenient.“

4 Good127 Reviews
Rincon Ecuatoriano Latin American • $
152 North Ave, Plainfield - 6.01 miles

Customers` Favorites

Caldo De Pata Cow Feet Soup of the Day
Ensebollado Mixto Pescado Y Camaron

“Went for lunch to this place, and it was great. I had the daily special, and it came with Caldo de Pata and Guatita as the main dish and loved it. It even included soda. Since then, I've ordered takeout, and it has always been great. Look forward to trying other dishes from the menu soon!!“

4.2 Good14 Reviews
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