Colombian Restaurants near Newark, NJ

“I was in the mood for a Mangonada and not too familiar with the area since we moved to Bayonne a year ago. We were out driving and I googled mangonada and came across M2ICE. They did not DISAPPOINT! Everything was absolutely incredible. The owners were also very welcoming and explained the different options and gave suggestions. We will be back.“

“I randomly walked by this place and decided to stop in. I ordered the Salpicón. It was my first time trying it and it was really good. In addition to my drink being good, the workers were really nice too. I will be back to try some of their other desserts. I would highly recommend.“

“One of the best chicken i’ve ever tasted in my childhood came from this restaurant, where the chicken is freshly roasted to near perfection. The white rice here is also very delicious, and so are the french fries. The portions are very reasonable, and everything about this restaurant overall is perfect. They also have a dining area available if you’d like to dine in, and you may also takeout. Whatever the case may be, stop here to enjoy some high quality freshly made roast chicken!“

“This is one of my fav spots. Today I went for breakfast/lunch with one of my friend and we had an amazing experience like always. Beatriz was our waitress and she WAS SOOO AMAZING. If you want a great service ask for her. THANK YOU BEATRIZ <3“

“Tony did an amazing job with our private graduation event, he was very attentive to all our needs and making sure everyone was happy. The food was amazing. Highly recommend and would definitely book another private event. Thank you so much Tony“

“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“

“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“

“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“

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

“Platos de excelente calidad y sabor; el buen servicio y ambiente familiar...SUPER RECOMENDADO.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Excelente servicio y música 👌“

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

“If you’re craving authentic Colombian flavors, PARCEROS is a must-visit! The food is absolutely delicious — from the perfectly seasoned empanadas to the mouthwatering bandeja paisa, every dish feels like a taste of home. The portions are generous, the ingredients fresh, and the presentation is on point.

The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the staff treats you like family — friendly, attentive, and always smiling. You can tell they take real pride in what they serve. Whether you’re Colombian or just a fan of Latin cuisine, this spot hits the mark.

Highly recommend for anyone looking for real-deal Colombian comfort food in a cozy, upbeat setting. ¡Buen provecho!“

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

“Great food and amazing coffee“

“Excelente restaurante . Excelentes atenciones . La comida Exquisita . Lo recomiendo cien ? por ciento!! Ven y disfrútalo ..“

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

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“Great authentic colombian food with good portions aswell. I just wish they would adjust their hours to 8am - 10pm instead of 6am to 8pm, because quite frankly don't think anyone is buying lunch at 6am. Other then that the food is great here“

“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!“

“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 place is special! If you know Colombian food then this is the place for you to go! Everything we had from the coffee to the soup was perfectly seasoned and cooked! Service was friendly and professional! The food came out in great time! The restaurant was clean and well decorated. We tried Colombian food in Miami, DC, NY, and Boston and although they were all great this place takes the cake! When we come back to NJ this is the number one place we will come back to!“

“El arroz paisa es el auténtico sabor colombiano, super rico!“

“I got a steak salchipapa platter and it’s by far the best salchipapas I’ve had. It’s so crispy the fries and the steak was so yummy and everything was very good. The packaging was good and the service took a decent amount of time because he is the only one working there. The food is a 10/10 and he was very kind. I think it’s worth the money absolutely!! I will definitely be coming back“

“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“

“Quaint, cozy place, "welcome home/family vibe." The lady taking care of the place (I think she's the owner) is amazing! She took such good care of us and went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our time there. The food was very good and the portions are huge, definitely worth it. If you like small places with good food, you gotta stop by. Street parking only but there's enough parking and there's a city parking lot nearby.“

“so good! we came here by mistake but the food ended up being delicious! hot & made to order & friendly service! we got mangu con huevo, queso, y salami 10/10, & a huevo, queso, y salami breakfast sandwich also 10/10, i would ask for it toasted next time to take it up a level! they were in the process of making their food for the day & it smelled amazing, if i’m back in the area i will be back!“

“My visit was incredibly positive, and I'm really looking forward to trying more dishes from their menu. They've created such a comfortable and beautifully decorated dining space where you can enjoy your order or wait for order placed over the phone or WhatsApp. I highly recommend checking it out!“

“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.“

“First time here and food was EXCELLENT. Best tostones ever! Everything was delicious and Steven, our server, was also exceptional. Really nice and patient with our big party. Establishment is a really great size and very comfortable. And there are massive tvs everywhere if sports is your thing. The drinks were also amazing! Can’t wait to come back with the hubby!“

“SUPER RICO, EXCELENTE SERVICIO. LUGAR MUY BONITO, LIMPIO, AMBIENTE TRANQUILO MUCHAS GRACIAS .“

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

“Very good food and good atmosphere with cool staff with outstanding prices. Maintain the quality of the food, which is the main issue when cooking in any restaurant. I wish you the best vibes and the best luck. Good restaurant serving the Latin community in Elizabeth. “

“buen lugar buena atención se pasa super bien 👍“

“It's one of the most delicious restaurants I've ever been to.

It's easier to order if you can speak Spanish but the staff speak enough English that it's okay.

The special of the day is fantastic. I recommend the fish.

Parking: Street parking is easiest but you can probably park at the city lot down the street or at the post office if you have to.“

“Absolutely delicious! The flavors reminded me of comforting, homemade cuisine. Honestly, I would’ve eaten twice as much if I had more stomachs 😂 the servers working there were very sweet as well and you can tell the owner is proud of their business!“

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

“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“