I had a mixed experience during my visit. Unfortunately, the staff member who was serving me coughed near my food and wasn’t wearing gloves, which made my friend and I feel uncomfortable about the hygiene. The takeout box that I was given was also dirty and I had to ask them for a new one.
The food itself was great. We ordered chicken with Mexican rice and black beans and got generous portions. The taste did not disappoint—it was delicious! The Buffalo Chicken empanada was the highlight of our meal, it was filled with flavor and I highly recommend trying it! We really liked dining in their outdoor seating area.
If the staff could improve on their hygiene practice and service, this would easily be a five-star experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Empanadas
James Stewart Jr
Opens early, said to have GREAT coffee, but I don't drink coffee, hot food buffet, empanadas, good drink selection, very limited street parking.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anabel Corporan
very good food and service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nathalie Pierre
Place gets crowded quickly but food is good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich Cubano
Valentina Paz Astete
The best restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steve W
Nice outdoor patio eating area! Affordable prices, nice for a lunch time meal on a warm day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Baked Chicken
Kevin Fernandez
The people noticed it was my first time here, and they were extremely friendly. To make things even better the food was extremely delicious. Definitely coming back again when I’m in the area!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pili Cruz
The food is very delicious, but we had problems with delivery. We ordered and it did not arrive because the Chownow delivery service did not deliver the order. We were left without eating and we had already paid for it.
Alexander Seabra
Love this place. Been coming here for years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eliana Dos santos
I have ordered here with people from work and for home. never dissapointed. the quality for the price is reasonable i believe. best tres leches cake .
Food taste really good, like a home cooked meal, Cuban sandwich is the best I’ve had and the portions are good. Small but seating is comfortable, When you walk in the food is on display, Fresh and a good amount to choose from, definitely a spot to go to when in the area.
I had a mixed experience during my visit. Unfortunately, the staff member who was serving me coughed near my food and wasn’t wearing gloves, which made my friend and I feel uncomfortable about the hygiene. The takeout box that I was given was also dirty and I had to ask them for a new one.
The food itself was great. We ordered chicken with Mexican rice and black beans and got generous portions. The taste did not disappoint—it was delicious! The Buffalo Chicken empanada was the highlight of our meal, it was filled with flavor and I highly recommend trying it! We really liked dining in their outdoor seating area.
If the staff could improve on their hygiene practice and service, this would easily be a five-star experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Empanadas
Opens early, said to have GREAT coffee, but I don't drink coffee, hot food buffet, empanadas, good drink selection, very limited street parking.
Food: 5
Service: 5
very good food and service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Place gets crowded quickly but food is good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich Cubano
The best restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice outdoor patio eating area! Affordable prices, nice for a lunch time meal on a warm day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Baked Chicken
The people noticed it was my first time here, and they were extremely friendly. To make things even better the food was extremely delicious. Definitely coming back again when I’m in the area!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is very delicious, but we had problems with delivery. We ordered and it did not arrive because the Chownow delivery service did not deliver the order. We were left without eating and we had already paid for it.
Love this place. Been coming here for years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have ordered here with people from work and for home. never dissapointed. the quality for the price is reasonable i believe. best tres leches cake .
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great place! Awesome food!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food taste really good, like a home cooked meal, Cuban sandwich is the best I’ve had and the portions are good. Small but seating is comfortable, When you walk in the food is on display, Fresh and a good amount to choose from, definitely a spot to go to when in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich Cubano, Cuban Style Garlic Shrimp
This place is always busy because the food and service is fantastic. I have been frequenting La Cocina over the last years
Parking: Street parking is limited at this location due to close proximity to Rutgers-Newark.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Chicken, Chicken Empanada, Pulled Pork, Empanadas
Great food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great little Cuban restaurant in downtown Newark with a great vibe, the owner Manny is
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich Cubano, Ropa Vieja, Black Beans, Spinach Empanada
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