50 Best Latin American Restaurants near Totowa

“Our meal was DELICIOUS! Scallop appetizer followed by entrees of halibut, bronzino and orata. Wonderful service made for a beautiful evening“

“I have been coming here for a awhile. Definitely will keep going back.“

“I went here two weeks ago, very good food, I enjoyed my steak a lot, but there are couple things that I will point out, the music definitely must be more loud, you could barely hear anything it created the weird atmosphere since I could hear all what others around me are talking about, second thing they should inform you that the food will take a while go get ready, it definitely was worth it but just the server should be aware to inform us that it will be an hour wait for the food, also you can bring your own bottle of wine which is great!“

“Great food, great service!“

“Today was our 4th time visiting Samba. The food is consistently great! the service is top-notch. They have a very friendly staff. The atmosphere is old-school Brazilian and very comfortable. I highly recommend Samba, especially if you like gluten-free cuisine.“

“la recomiendo 100% es un ambiente muy entrenado.“

“Food is super fresh and the owner is so nice and you can tell he takes pride in his food. Never had baliada before Mi Sabor and definitely a fan!“

“The best ecuadorian costeña de NJ...“

“I am a regular customer and I must say the food is always consistent the love and dedication that chef put each day is remarkable. The price is reasonable and the server is amazing and professional . Thank you chef for all the amazing meal you make for me and my son .“

“Such a great place with a beautiful atmosphere and great food. The owner Alberto makes you feel at home. We will definitely be back.“

“Great place, great environment and good vibes.😀“

“Great service good food 👍🥝“

“I don’t usually write reviews, but this place truly deserves it.

From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was vibrant, warm, and full of life—it instantly brought me back to Colombia. The energy, the music, the vibe… everything felt authentic and welcoming.

The food was absolutely incredible. This isn’t just your typical spot—it’s a true gastrobar experience, with delicious Colombian flavors elevated in such a creative and flavorful way. Every dish was packed with taste, perfectly balanced, and clearly made with care. You can tell there’s passion behind the menu.

And the service? Top-tier. Mauricio, our server, was amazing—attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. It’s rare to find service that genuinely stands out like that.

Overall, I loved everything about this place. If you’re looking for a spot that brings together great atmosphere, incredible food, and outstanding service, this is it. I’ll definitely be back—and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a true taste of Colombia with a modern twist. 🇨🇴✨“

“my favorite is the prosecutor ! but everything is great ! very cool guys there !“

“great service,just grest in venetal.👍“

“The decor at this morsel of Costa Rican culture is aesthetically pleasing and if you’re in the area, this is one of the better Tico spots. We watched Costa Rica beat Paraguay in a Copa America game while eating pupusas, un Casado and Tacos Ticos and totally hit the spot. Especially since they served some salsa Lizano on the side.“

“larga espera pero vale la pena el lugar, la comida, las presentaciones y la decoración muy bonito todo, y los meser@s muy atent@s en fin es un 10/10“

“Drove by this place the other day and decided to check it out today, I was not disappointed. I had the rabo (ox tails) with arroz con gandules (rice and pigeon peas) along with a green salad with avocado and a chicken soup that slaps. The rabo was delicious, I had them pour a little of the sauce on the rice and it was incredible. The portions were perfect for what the prices are like today. I don’t know how long this place has been around but it’ll definitely be a go to spot for me if I want some good Latin food.“

“buena atención y menú bariado“

“Recommended NEW latín restaurant in Paterson.... keep going guys !!!“

“Everything on the menu is delicious! The service is fast and staff is amazing. My children love their empanadas! It’s cozy, welcoming and relaxing ambiance…“

“Tienen que visitar este gran y majestuoso restaurante lo bien que se come!!“

“I called this morning at 6am to inquire how long it would take them to make 3 dozen empanadas, for a work event, they said ten mi utes! They saved my day. The empanadas were a hit at work! They were delicious! I bought chicken, beef and cheese! They’re affordable too! Gracias! 🙏🏽 I’ll be buying from here again.“

“I absolutely love this place I work in the same building as the daughter of this restaurant and she is a bright and shining star of a person the mother and the cook of the restaurant is beautiful wonderful personality and makes great food I recommend this restaurant to anybody who's looking for a home feeling fresh food fulfilling and tasteful restaurant Gourmet Express is one of my favorite restaurants you guys are the best“

“I was looking for a specific type of soup, called a lot of the Spanish restaurants no one made it. Found this restaurant and from the first phone call they are truly amazing. They were very attentive to what I wanted. Quick and efficient. Another time I went to the place to place my order, even better the young lady was super sweet and the man there was so attentive to my order. Will definitely keep on ordering. Even the empanadas were made fresh. Small restaurant but excellent customer service! I ordered asopao de camarones!“

“good food drinks great prices“

“Taste so good my daughter she love it 😍“

“Authentic Dominican food, you get a lot of food for the value, and the staff is lovely and very helpful. There is a big selection of food options. We liked everything we had, I especially liked the avocado salad.

They have all the available food on display, cafeteria style, but they serve at the tables and the food is hot when it arrives. They have plenty of tables and free parking in front.“

“i discovered this place ordering soupa de pollo on Grubhub which taste great, so i decided to give this place a visit. I've been here about 3 times maybe and everything i have ordered here taste great. i will be visiting again today. Greta food friendly staff, what more can you ask for for great take out. if you try this this place I can assure you it's a good choice.“

“love love , Nothing but Family .....“

“Muy buena la comida muy recomendado y las personas que trabajan son muy amables“

“Excelente Restaurante,la comida muy buena, y lo mejor es,a muy buen precio“

“Muy bueno recomendado siempre“

“Ordered a "Casado with Churrasco"The steak was cooked to perfection. Had this with a Russian salad. Nice portion and perfectly seasoned. Thought maybe it was a fluke so went back a second time. Everything was the same...perfect...again. It is an unassuming hole in the wall but wow. Can't wait to try more of the menu though I will be getting that again.“

“We arrived at this spot for a meeting. we heard about this restaurant from many people. Well, we were not disappointed. we were warmly welcomed by the crew and we felt fantastic. The meal was great. We enjoyed every moment and we shall absolutely come back again. Highly recommended.“

“LOVE it here! my favorite place to eat in all of Fairlawn, possibly my favorite cafe period. phenomenal service & excellent dishes, the desayuno mexicano is my ideal plate here, queso fresco of my dreams! ❤️“

“Definitely recommend checking out this place! Booked a reservation for Tuesday night just in case it was packed. Arrived, and was glad that I made the reservation. This place was PACKED, which is a good sign if it's a packed house on a random, rainy, Tuesday night.“

“It actually met my food expectations and when I entered it made me feel at home, especially because of my Chapina people at heart. The only thing I didn't like and this goes to the owner, we ordered some chuchitos and with a plastic fork, the soft drinks in plastic and with a plastic straw, please compatriots, let's cut down on plastic, we are not comfortable and even less lazy, let's help the planet and Reduce plastic, it helps the restaurant look a little taller and more sustainable.“

“The food at this restaurant is definitely always a delight! It is a journey to many memories of what it is to eat homemade food made with love. For people who miss our countries this is the place where you can feel at home. Excellent service.“

“I don't go anywhere else for spanish food, the food here is delicious. I take the 25mins drive to be there for this food. The employees are beyond happy and helpful in everyway possible. I tell everyone about this place because it's a small place but the food is big!!“

“Home-cooked meal and just like at home service! Have been stopping here occasionally on my drive home to satisfy my dominican cravings or when i’m too tired to cook. The food is great and the selection allows for something for each of my picky family members ! Not only is the food delicious and the service oh so friendly, but it is definitely priced right ! Sure to please, Master Kitchen is worth your while.“

“Excellent birria tacos; the best I’ve had, and I’ve tried a lot. Beef was extremely flavorful and juicy. Consume also very well flavored. I also tried Al pastor, carnitas, and chorizo tacos. They were all extremely juicy and flavorful, with crispy corn tortillas. The green sauce and spicy orange sauce were excellent. Beans and rice - fantastic. I will definitely be back. The flavors on display here beat out anything similar I’ve had in recent memory. I’m a food snob and I wholeheartedly approve 😅“

“Tienen rica comida y batidos a cualquier hora pero la picada no está buena. Tiene muchas papas francesas no tiene chicharrón. No tiene rellena. Y esta muy cara por unos pocos pedazos de pollo y carne!! They have good food and drinks at any time. However la picada is over price for some pieces of meat and chicken and lots of French fries. It’s missing pork (chicharrón) and Colombian sushi (rellena).“

“When we lived nearby, my family and I would frequently visit this eatery. We now make an effort to visit this restaurant at least once when we are all in New Jersey. The cuisine is classic Dominican goodness. I love the stew chicken, roast chicken, ribs, chicken and pigeon peas and red beans. All are delicious. My Mom loves the octopus salad.“

“Buen atención Muy bien todo“

“Best authentic Spanish food in town! The chicharon is soooooooo good and crispy. The empanadas are deadass the biggest and best I ever had. I order from here all the time but try to get it early because there always super busy. Never had a bad experience here and the staff is always on point. Friendly and always looking to go the extra mile when it comes to preparing your order. ❤️Keep up the amazing work guys ??“

“Great selection and great quality.“