This place consistently pleases me. Nearly every dish meets high standards. Whoever oversees staff training should be rewarded. Each meal provides complete satisfaction. This restaurant will be seeing me again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
James Stewart Jr
Shrimp and garlic app, cheesesteak sandwich, both good stuff, olives and bread to start you off, soda served in cans. Bar area, plus several tables, and an additional dining area off to the side, suitable for private parties.
Food: 5
Service: 5
DANIEL LAMY
Great place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jasmine Ortiz
A go-to for over a decade!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amy W
We were so thoroughly impressed by our meal here on Saturday night that we ended up coming back two other times during a quick weekend trip to NYC. We even rode the PATH train into Newark FROM Manhattan on Sunday evening because we had enjoyed our first experience so much and knew we wouldn’t find a better meal.
My boyfriend is Portuguese and has extremely high standards for the cuisine. We have been to Portugal multiple times and we agreed that the meals we had at Coimbra equaled the best meals we had across the Atlantic. Just like a true Portuguese place, olives and delicious rustic breads were served right away. (But unlike Portugal, there was no charge!)
My boyfriend got squid for one meal (pictured) and octopus for another. Both were so tender and flavorful, and the potatoes and vegetable sides fresh and perfectly cooked. I ordered the barbecue chicken special (pictured) for two meals, it was so delicious.
The stuffed rock crab appetizer is also pictured, another A+. The caldo verde was better than some versions I had in Portugal. The flaming chourico and aletria and bolo de bolacha desserts were perfection as well.
The prices are extremely reasonable for the portions and quality delivered. The service is incredible. Pedro was so pleasant and welcoming and helped us out with his thoughtful recommendations. He remembered us when we came back and treated us so well each time. Nelson was also very kind and friendly and we really appreciated his attentiveness. We felt like we had made new friends.
We will definitely be back. This place is worth the drive from Maryland. I can’t wait to visit Coimbra again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erick Carrillo
We where here for my wife's birthday 🎉 excellent food and ambience. I like the steak and seafood. I would love to comeback another great spot in Ironbound
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ahri A
Amazing crispy skin. Garlic shrimp is delicious.
Service is excellent and the attention paid to us was top notch. Pedro took great care of us.
Coimbra is a flavor-packed experience you don’t want to miss. The citrus notes in the dishes cut through the richness of the fatty pork perfectly—it’s a match made in culinary heaven. Pair it all with a glass of their red sangria, and you’re in for a treat. Definitely try a bit of everything on the table! Pro tip: use the crispy pork skin to scoop up some rice and dip it into the salty, savory sauce. Don’t be afraid to get your hands messy—it’s all part of the fun and flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Baby Whiting, Grilled Squid with Lemon Sauce
Rosa M Cardoso
I ordered a codfish from Zé do Pipo! It looked more like a codfish stew! I didn't like it! And I asked to take it away, and then I asked to make a codfish a lagareiro! I ate it and ordered a tortufo for dessert, then I asked for the bill and they gave me 2 codfish to pay for, I complained and then asked to call the manager, the boss came and asked me if I wanted to go and teach the cooks how to make codfish a la Zé do Pipo! I said no, but I know what this codfish is that I love! Then the boss told me I'll discount the codfish that you sent back, but never come here again😏 I would always eat at this restaurant😔 this management is useless, instead of apologizing they ask me not to go back to eat there!!! 😡😤
Service: 1
Stewart Del Rosario Duarte
I really like francesinhas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aris Agarwala
Amazing crispy skin. Garlic shrimp is delicious.
Service is excellent and the attention paid to us was top notch. Pedro took great care of us.
Parking: Small parking lot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Baby Whiting, Grilled Squid with Lemon Sauce
Still one of the best no questions very good leitao
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paulo Costa
Good food
Daniel Flores
Excellent is the only way to describe it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alexa Fontes
Coimbra Bar and Restaurant is a standout spot in Newark! The food is absolutely delicious, with authentic Portuguese flavors and generous portions. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for all occasionds. What truly makes this place shine is the awesome service—the staff are attentive, friendly, and make you feel right in Portugal. Highly recommend for an unforgettable dining experience! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thalia Vidal
It is a place where you can eat well, dance, have fun and above all eat divine, thank you for everything!!
This place consistently pleases me. Nearly every dish meets high standards. Whoever oversees staff training should be rewarded. Each meal provides complete satisfaction. This restaurant will be seeing me again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Shrimp and garlic app, cheesesteak sandwich, both good stuff, olives and bread to start you off, soda served in cans.
Bar area, plus several tables, and an additional dining area off to the side, suitable for private parties.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A go-to for over a decade!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were so thoroughly impressed by our meal here on Saturday night that we ended up coming back two other times during a quick weekend trip to NYC. We even rode the PATH train into Newark FROM Manhattan on Sunday evening because we had enjoyed our first experience so much and knew we wouldn’t find a better meal.
My boyfriend is Portuguese and has extremely high standards for the cuisine. We have been to Portugal multiple times and we agreed that the meals we had at Coimbra equaled the best meals we had across the Atlantic. Just like a true Portuguese place, olives and delicious rustic breads were served right away. (But unlike Portugal, there was no charge!)
My boyfriend got squid for one meal (pictured) and octopus for another. Both were so tender and flavorful, and the potatoes and vegetable sides fresh and perfectly cooked. I ordered the barbecue chicken special (pictured) for two meals, it was so delicious.
The stuffed rock crab appetizer is also pictured, another A+. The caldo verde was better than some versions I had in Portugal. The flaming chourico and aletria and bolo de bolacha desserts were perfection as well.
The prices are extremely reasonable for the portions and quality delivered. The service is incredible. Pedro was so pleasant and welcoming and helped us out with his thoughtful recommendations. He remembered us when we came back and treated us so well each time. Nelson was also very kind and friendly and we really appreciated his attentiveness. We felt like we had made new friends.
We will definitely be back. This place is worth the drive from Maryland. I can’t wait to visit Coimbra again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We where here for my wife's birthday 🎉 excellent food and ambience. I like the steak and seafood. I would love to comeback another great spot in Ironbound
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing crispy skin. Garlic shrimp is delicious.
Service is excellent and the attention paid to us was top notch. Pedro took great care of us.
Coimbra is a flavor-packed experience you don’t want to miss. The citrus notes in the dishes cut through the richness of the fatty pork perfectly—it’s a match made in culinary heaven. Pair it all with a glass of their red sangria, and you’re in for a treat. Definitely try a bit of everything on the table! Pro tip: use the crispy pork skin to scoop up some rice and dip it into the salty, savory sauce. Don’t be afraid to get your hands messy—it’s all part of the fun and flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Baby Whiting, Grilled Squid with Lemon Sauce
I ordered a codfish from Zé do Pipo! It looked more like a codfish stew! I didn't like it! And I asked to take it away, and then I asked to make a codfish a lagareiro! I ate it and ordered a tortufo for dessert, then I asked for the bill and they gave me 2 codfish to pay for, I complained and then asked to call the manager, the boss came and asked me if I wanted to go and teach the cooks how to make codfish a la Zé do Pipo! I said no, but I know what this codfish is that I love! Then the boss told me I'll discount the codfish that you sent back, but never come here again😏 I would always eat at this restaurant😔 this management is useless, instead of apologizing they ask me not to go back to eat there!!! 😡😤
Service: 1
I really like francesinhas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing crispy skin. Garlic shrimp is delicious.
Service is excellent and the attention paid to us was top notch. Pedro took great care of us.
Parking: Small parking lot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Baby Whiting, Grilled Squid with Lemon Sauce
Restaurantji Recommends
Still one of the best no questions very good leitao
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food
Excellent is the only way to describe it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Coimbra Bar and Restaurant is a standout spot in Newark! The food is absolutely delicious, with authentic Portuguese flavors and generous portions. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for all occasionds. What truly makes this place shine is the awesome service—the staff are attentive, friendly, and make you feel right in Portugal. Highly recommend for an unforgettable dining experience! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It is a place where you can eat well, dance, have fun and above all eat divine, thank you for everything!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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