Cuban Restaurants near Rutherford, NJ

“Everything was wonderful from the ambience , food and service . Celebrated my birthday with my family !! We all enjoyed every morsel. Thank you for all.“

“I came in for a wonderful dining experience. It was my birthday and that’s exactly what I got my server. Alfred was so wonderful and amazing. You made me feel extremely special. He took his time to explain all the options. He was extremely knowledgeable about every single item on the menu and he did not get annoyed when I was very indecisive because I am pregnant and I had no idea what I wanted to eat, but he was so patient and kind and thoughtful. You truly made my experience memorable.“

“I'm not usually one to dish out five star reviews like candy, but I'm beyond thoroughly impressed. It was genuinely the best food I've ever tasted. I didn't know that was a thing I would say. I sound... Extremely pretentious right now, but it's a luxurious and excellent place to eat that takes you surprisingly few dollars. (My dad got the Arroz con Pollo de la Charrera, and I got the «El Poquito de Todo», we both got deserts, and we didn't crack 50 bucks.)

Our server Cristian was excellent, he was very attentive and not afraid to talk to us!

We're certainly not from the area. Me and my father are going on a roadtrip from Tennessee (we drove up to NYC in 1.5 days!!) to Vermont, to use every single day of my Fall Break. So, considering that, it's unfair for me to recommend it over other places here. I'll get around that by recommending it over every place this side of the Mississippi!

Seriously. You aren't gonna regret eating here. The mains are amazing, extremely flavorful and well-seasoned without being overly strong. The plantains, especially, are literally good enough to make you cry. The pastel de tres leches is also nothing short of phenomenal. I'm not a drinker, but they had a very extensive collection of high-branded wines and a lovely looking bar.

Any dish you try here will change your life. Go on! Try it!“

“Authentic as it can be. The food is excellent. The music was awesome and service was good. It was a little hot but the mojitos made up for it“

“Reminds me of my grandmother’s cooking“

“Service was good in the beginning. Then after we were served the waiter didn't come back. We had to ask someone else for another drink. Then we had to wait for our check, at least 20 mins in between both drinks n check. Then the service charge was added which would be ok if the service was great. Just not happy with the service that's all! Every else was fine.“

“I ate at this restaurant during my Christmas vacation visit to New York. It is fantastic! The staff is friendly and welcoming. The food is so tasty. It was better than the big advertised restaurants. If you want a real delicious meal and some great music while you eat, go to this place. It's a hidden gem.“

“The decor at Victors Cafe was absolutely stunning! I was pleasantly surprised by how beautiful and classy it felt, with a wonderful tropical vibe. Our waiter was truly phenomenal, constantly checking in on us and being incredibly attentive. And the food and desserts were simply amazing. I highly recommend paying a visit to Victors Cafe for an all-around fantastic experience!“

“Incredible Cubano, excellent frozen margarita 👍🏻“

“The food and service are excellent.“

“This was my first time visiting this restaurant, and I went with my mother to celebrate her birthday. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful, with a peaceful atmosphere while still maintaining a lively and authentic Latin vibe.

From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with so much warmth, kindness, and positive energy. Our waiter was outstanding! He was incredibly friendly, cheerful, and attentive, and he gave us excellent recommendations and suggestions. He definitely deserved the extra tip we left him!

The sangria was absolutely delicious, I loved it so much that I ordered it twice! The non-alcoholic piña colada was also amazing.

Unfortunately, the food was the only disappointing part of our experience. I found it to be quite bland and lacking flavor, almost as if it needed more seasoning or even a little salt. It just felt like something was missing, and sadly, I wasn't able to finish my meal.

One thing I absolutely loved was how they celebrate birthdays! The staff sings Happy Birthday, and they surprise you with a complimentary flan, which was delicious, along with a beautiful Cuban-style hat. Such a thoughtful and lovely touch that made my mother's birthday feel extra special!

Overall, I truly enjoyed the atmosphere, the wonderful service, and the amazing drinks. I would definitely come back for the drinks and the experience, but I do wish the food had a little more flavor and seasoning. With better-seasoned food, this place could easily be a five-star experience!“

“Great food!!! And drinks 🍹“

“Ariel the manager is amazing Excellent food and great atmosphere nest of bergen county!“

“Simply the best, most authentic Cuban food in this area. I was raised in Miami and my mom would make all of our meals from scratch. This is the closest thing to that experience.
Mercedes ( also my mom’s name) is a gem!
But, the food is what brought me here! I work in a midtown law firm and the “ gringos” raved over the food and flavors!!!“

“Good home cooked latino food ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 😊🥰“

“We came for the Cuban spring rolls, but happily ate the happy hour oysters and duck bao - everything was so fresh and delicious! Our waiter Justin took care of the whole room, but made us feel like we were the only ones here. Such an easy pre-show dining experience - we may be back for post-show wings!“

“I came to this restaurant for the first time on Saturday, and I completely fell in love with the food. Everything was absolutely delicious. It was so good that I went back again on Sunday brought my mother-in-law with me, and now today, Tuesday, I’m going back again — that’s how amazing it is.
I usually don’t like to only write reviews when something is bad, so I had to make sure I wrote one for this place because they truly deserve it. The food, the flavor, and the overall experience were just incredible.
I recommend this place 1000%. Definitely a must-try!“

“😁rumba the food is excellent so fresh ...everything i ate was so good.. and the staff very professional and very caring to my needs.. I must say rumba has to be one of the best restaurants around ..great atmosphere“

“Reminds me of my grandmother’s cooking“

“Small corner store w some seating. Their Cuban sandwich is fantastic, especially with sausage. Love the steak sandwich as well super simple but everything just works so well together to create a great sandwich. By the way their coffee is excellent as well“

“Great experience here! Would recommend. :)“

“We had such a great experience! The food was amazing, and the service was excellent. Matias was super friendly and attentive, and he really helped us with the menu and gave us great recommendations. Everything came out quickly, and the atmosphere was really nice too. Definitely a great place, we’ll be back!“

“Kuba in Fort Lee is absolutely amazing! The food is delicious, the drinks are great, and the service is always on point. Everything we ordered was flavorful and fresh, and the staff made the whole experience even better. The atmosphere is beautiful and has such a great vibe too. Definitely one of my favorite spots in Fort Lee. Highly recommend! ❤“

“Montuno is one of my favorite spots. I come here often with friends for the delicious Cuban cuisine and the incredible service. Adriana and Jacky are always attentive, genuinely kind, and consistently go above and beyond to make every visit special. They create such a warm and welcoming atmosphere that keeps us coming back. Highly recommended!“

“Service throughout the evening was top-tier. Even with a packed house, the staff operated seamlessly—beginning with a smooth arrival at valet, followed by a warm greeting from the host and attentive table service. The management presence was particularly impressive. A manager named Leo consistently checked in, promptly assisting with water refills and stepping in to ensure we had takeout containers packed up without any delay. Truly attentive hospitality.“

“absolutely delicious 😋 food, anything they cook is amazing.“

“Excelente Servicios y Buen Ambiente“

“Great food and great service. The food reminds me of home and is reasonably priced. We keep coming back for the ox tail stew, ribs, beef steak, porkchops, dumplings and the boneless chicharonnes de pollo. Most meals are served with white or yellow rice and beans or vegetables. If you want to try something different, they have the beef liver and squid ink fried rice which remind me of squid ink Paella. The combination meals are a great option to try out different dishes. The staff and owners always greet you with a warm welcome.“

“This was my first time at Rumble Crumble in Helden, New Jersey,and I absolutely loved it! The establishment is beautiful, nice, and clean. Anderson and Cristian were amazing waiters and made the experience for me and my friends, a party of eight, such a great one!
The service, atmosphere, and cleanliness were all top-notch. Even the bathroom was nice and clean, which I really appreciate. And the best part? It’s only 10 minutes from my home! I enjoyed myself so much that I’m already planning to come back for my birthday! That’s how much I loved my experience here. ❤️“

“A big shout out to my best latin place in Hoboken: Chango Kitchen. Traditional yummy latin dishes. Our faves are churrasco con chimichurri (skirt steakgrilled) and ropa vieja (shredded beef). My kids loved "alfajores with dulce de leche", "tres leches" and hot chocolate with when it's cold outside. Service is warm and friendly. We can visit the place multiple times and never get tired. #supportlocal“

“Pablo and his amazing staff could not have produced a better more delicious lunch. Their friendly smiles, love for what they do and how they went out of their way to put smiles on my mom's face say's it all. We cannot wait to come back!“

“Recomiendo todo. la comida muy deliciosa y la atención excelente. Nos saludan como parte de su familia , yo me siento muy satisfecha en todos los aspectos, excelente atención , el lugar muy acogedor y limpio. Lo recomiendo‼️👍🏻“

“The food was extremely flavorful and delicious. If I am back in NJ I will come back for sure.
As a vegetarian I got served a meal that had meat in it. It was a large order so I don't fully fault them. I'm sure if I had ordered on my own they would have said something.

Vegetarian options: Not much for vegetarians and my rice ended up having meat in it. It was a large order so I don't fully blame them“

“First time at Tina's... you know this spot is legit when all the local construction workers eat there too😋😋😋“

“Hace poco hice un pedido para un evento social familiar por un valor de $540 pero decidí pagar con mi tarjeta de crédito, obviamente me cobran el impuesto tax 6.625% de venta, sin embargo, tuvieron el descaro de cobrarme un 2.9% adicional por el uso de la tarjeta de crédito. Cuando les pregunté, me dijeron que había un cajero (ATM) automático que podía usar, por lo tanto si lo pagaría en efectivo y solo pagaría $ 540. Parece obvio que están tratando de estafar el impuesto sobre las ventas del gobierno. en cualquier caso, la comida no era tan buena y nunca volveré a ellos. Buen trabajo para estafar a los clientes pidiéndoles efectivo en lugar de pagar una factura de tarjeta de crédito.“

“Every dish is delish! Try for yourself and you will see. I normally don’t do reviews but this place deserves it“

“Everything is delicious!❤️“

“Deliciosa comida y excelente atención“

“I’ve been coming here for years, and the quality and service have always been consistently excellent. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and served in generous portions. The restaurant is spotless, the staff is genuinely welcoming, and the prices are very reasonable for the quality and portions you receive, especially compared to other places in the area. Definitely one of my favorite Cuban restaurants!“

“Everything is delicious!❤️“

“Good food, good menu and good waitress“

“Owner is so sweet and workers are attentive even when busy. I am happy to say they take their time with their food, and provide excellent service. I did not mind waiting because scenery and weather was great as they provide seating in front the place.
Highly recommend!
My favorite spot“

“I was so excited to finally try Gilberto’s Cafeteria, especially because I came here to celebrate my 16th birthday! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was beautiful, warm, and welcoming, which made the whole experience feel even more special.

I ordered the Cuban sandwich, and it was absolutely delicious. Everything was flavorful, fresh, and cooked perfectly. You could really taste the Cuban flavors, and it honestly exceeded my expectations. I recommend if this is your first time coming to defenitly try it.

What made the experience even better was the service. Everyone was so friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our meal. It really felt like they cared about making our visit special. Being a small family owned business you can see the dedication they put into making their costumers happy which was so wholesome.

Overall, Gilberto’s Cafeteria was such a great choice for my birthday. Between the amazing food, beautiful atmosphere, and wonderful service, it made a special day even more memorable. I’m already looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu!“

“This place is one of the best places to have a healthy lunch in West New York. I am amazed that it doesn't have any review yet. I tried fish and also lunch specials twice out three times being there, I recommend fish and cow tail. A nice girl works there having very helpful attitude toward customers (unfortunately I don't remember her name but you will find her at lunch). You might have a little bit of problem communicating in english, but all of the times that I had lunch there, they prepared exactly what I meant. A meal size was more than enough for me and I am not skinny, unhealthy or anything. Did I mention the price? it is worth every penny.“

“Sophie’s Cuban is a great spot for delicious Hispanic food! 🇨🇺
You have to try it!!!!
The empanadas are amazing—fresh, flavorful, and absolutely worth trying. Highly recommend! 😋“

“Family friendly atmosphere“

“We were in NY for a couple of days, because our baby broke down, while they were doing the repairs the mechanics recommended this gem, excellent food, good atmosphere, friendly, helpful and cordial employees, we asked for a typical dish, they promised to make it up to date Next, we returned 2 days later and if they complied, they had the "Locrio de cerdo" dish. What a delight.The coffee has a strange taste, but it's not bad. The breads and croissants are delicious.The bathroom is small, but it allows you to freshen up ?The man in the kitchen is quite nice, and the lady at the front desk speaks very well, the site makes you feel comfortable. They let me stay for a while and it was great, because looking at a broken down truck is no fun.“

“My go to place for churrasco skirt steak. Sent my friends from Costa Rica here and they raved about the place. Service can take long depending on the season. They also have a small bar and dance floor away from the dining area during the evenings. Always have a great time here.“

“Very nice place. Very good people and the food delicious ?

Kid-friendliness: Have good for kids. And the special chair for them

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair access. Inside is not to much space for the mobility of them.“