The food was ok. The ribs were extremely greasy and average tasting along with the fries. Nice…read moreplace with outside seating and quiet atmosphere.

I'm not usually a big BBQ person, but I happily make an exception for this place. Their food is…read morecooked so well every single time, and the flavors always come through. The rice is honestly one of my favorites, as it is perfectly seasoned and the ideal side to their BBQ. The portions you get are also incredibly generous. Service is super quick and efficient, whether you're ordering in person or over the phone. Whenever I bring their BBQ home for my family, it's always a hit (never any leftovers). If you're craving great Portuguese BBQ or just want a reliable meal to bring home, this spot is a definite go-to.

Everything was honestly sooooo good. Beef empanadas with the peri peri sauce was really good and so…read morewas the pasta Pasta was a little soupy but still good The tartufo and the upside down cake were both really good Overall no complaints for the service and ambiance too

Ummm, flying into EWR and too lazy to drive far for dinner before heading south to my hotel,…read more Valenca sounded interesting. On a Monday evening, it was certainly busy at the bar and in the small dining area. Surprisingly as entree prices seemed to average around $30+. Unlike many restaurants in Portugal, the olives and bread are complimentary which was a nice touch. I opted for the seafood stew with the tomato broth and "lobster ". With the slow service, I was hoping that it would be made to order. However, a large bowl with overcooked seafood arrived. I had to ask for a bowl fir shells and a Nutcracker with hand wipes appeared too. Lobster was a small claw, the middle section which doesn't offer anything edible and a tiny sliver of tail meat. Wish I had remained with the garlic shrimp dish that was so amazing during a trip to Portugal. Service was inattentive, I had to stand up and request my bill. Anyhoo, everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves, great neighborhood vibe!

Very warm, nice people, simple, lunch style dining space, delicious food!…read moreI tried a barbecue combination, which was priced inexpensively and created for a take-home service to a family. The leftovers will feed me for a week! Very happily I might add!

I really miss Portuguese BBQ in NJ from when I used to work in Newark, but rarely come out this way…read moremuch anymore. BBQ joints dotted the landscape in the Ironbound neighborhood. But I found Long Ave BBQ on a Yelp search and on a trip back on I-78, I took a detour through Hillside to pick up dinner. The place reminds me of all the hole-in-the-wall places in the Ironbound with stainless steel covering everything, a brick pit charcoal grill and a giant ventilation hood sucking all the smoke up through the chimney and the whole neighborhood smells like BBQ. One innovation I see is that they use a motorized grill basket system that's constantly turning a bunch of grill baskets with chicken & ribs sandwiched in them. After perusing the menu, I order the Parrillada Portuguesa, a huge family meal for 6 people, that'll last my little family of 3 for 3 days. The PP comes with grilled chicken breast, a half chicken, pork ribs & cross sliced beef short ribs (Korean LA Kalbi style). The slices of chicken breast are too dry and with not a lot of flavor, but the pork ribs have that Ironbound Portuguese charcoal flavor I miss so much (even though a few ribs were a little tough to chew). The BBQ half chicken is alright, but not as much flavor as Peruvian rotisserie style and the short ribs are not as good as Korean style. I think they should do whole beef ribs Southern style, low and slow or even a whole beef brisket would be great. The Parrillada comes with 2 side dishes that are not shy by any means. You get an aluminum tray filled with 1/2 french fries and 1/2 rice that will be enough for 3 meals also! Next time, I would come back just for a full rack of the pork ribs, but I hope that the pitmaster doesn't overcook it.

So I've been wanting to visit this place for years and today I felt for some bbq. The restaurant is…read moreconveniently found near vermella in Union across from Kean. There is a huge parking lot so there is ample parking even since the area is busy. The restaurant when I arrived was very clean. There was only one person in front of me ordering with a young man. The guy behind the counter was very friendly and patient and helpful to pick out the best of the menu. I ordered the 3 meat sampler with ribs, pulled pork and brisket. None of the sides looked too appealing so I left them out and didn't get the combo meal. To my surprise it was a whopping $30 for the 3 meats. Granted it is certainly enough to feed two people, I was expecting a side of some sort to come with it, a roll, something. Last minute I was given a cold slaw. Taste wise it isn't the best bbq I've had but if you're a carnivore like me...it will meet the need. The pulled pork had too many overcooked hard areas and the ribs were just okay. Will I be back? Maybe maybe not. I didn't eat anything that I would necessarily write home about but maybe.

Got TGTG from in Nov2025. It was for $9 but the retail value said it was for $27. It's a scam…read more Similar to Target/Amazon black Friday sale, they put a very hight retail price to make it seem like there's value. For $9 it's okay for 1 meal. I probably wouldn't stop by after trying this TGTG. I'd probably have to spend at least $60 to get a BBQ from here and it doesn't seem worth it. I would hit up Red white and Que in green Brook for decent BBQ around the area.

The lady & I wanted some authentic BBQ. So we decided to try this spot. Wasn't far away so we gave…read moreit a shot. It did not disappoint not one second. We both were so happy we gave it a try. The ribs you can tell were smoked like a real griller !!! The ribs were so tender and every bite you can taste the smoke from the grill. We also had catfish nuggets that so super juicy and fried to perfection. He was a nice guy as well. His energy was great. You knkw some people want you to buy there food but have bad energy about you being there. Not Rodger!! He was very welcoming and polite! I will definitely be back!

Note: this place only accepts cash or cash app…read more Ordered spicy bbq chicken with all the sides. The chicken was ok, but the sides did not taste good. Mac was mushy, beans were ok, Spanish rice was crunchy, and the greens had zero flavor.

Finally had a chance to check out this spot! We ordered the lamb ribs (chops)- they were so…read moredelicious! I highly recommend this place if you're craving some bbq chicken and ribs. The staff were really friendly and patient with us. The place is pretty cozy, they do have tables to sit in, but it's probably better to take it to go . I'll be back here to try the red snapper! PS, there is parking in the back but it's tight- I recommend ordering ahead, double parking for a few minutes to grab and go!

Best food ever! This place has been around for a long time and a real part of the Elmora community.read more

The food was so flavorful here. Ordered for lunch with some of my coworkers. Got the lemon pepper…read morewings platter with mac and cheese and sautéed kale. Did try the brisket and greens from another coworker. Delicious!! That brisket!! Tendernism!!! You can order delivery I believe through Uber Eats, Doordash or Grubhub but those prices definitely do change and go up so we ordered over the phone and picked up for best value. The service was very nice, it's a family run business and they got out entire order correct which included several platters and the three of their delicious homemade lemonade, strawberry limeade and the blue raspberry lemonade. The establishment is very cute and cozy on the inside, very clean as well. Sorry was in a rush on lunch break to get food and eat I forgot to get any pics b4 devouring my meal but we will be ordering again soon and definitely will next time.

This was my first time ordering from this place, and I wish I could say it was amazing. The jerk…read morechicken was definitely the highlight of the meal--full of flavor with just the right amount of spice. I absolutely loved it. Unfortunately, the sides didn't meet the same standard. The collard greens tasted like they were soaked in vinegar, making them overly bitter. The mac and cheese also need a lot of work. It didn't taste homemade or even like a good store-bought version. I would recommend trying a different cheese blend or recipe because it lacked the rich, creamy flavor I was expecting. I apologize if my comments offend anyone, but when you're spending your hard-earned money, you want your meal to be worth it. I hope this feedback is taken as constructive because the jerk chicken shows that the kitchen is capable of making delicious food. Thank you, Dani

By far , and very far , the best grilled shrimp I have ever had in my life . Perfect flavor and…read moretexture. Rest of menu excellent . Been here a few times when I'm around. Great staff , always helpful . 1000 stars if we have them !!!!

I ordered small steaks medium done, and the order came back, fully cooked which was harder to chew,…read morebut was tasty and seasoned

just literally came out of this place so mad and disgusted because I was going have way thru my…read morefood when we noticed the place had roaches in the rice and another client picking up also noticed the same issue. I asked the cashier and the manager to refund me because I threw out to their counter the rest of the food and called the cops, but they refused to help me either the bad experience and the trauma to know I had eaten a portion that dirty rice. Elizabeth needs to inspect these business which show no concerns about cleannes, Management sucks and didn't show any type of empathy whatsoever my ass will never go there. Go to Valencia way better by far!

Excellent takeout Portuguese bbq! The combo chicken and ribs was delicious and so was the sardines…read more Good food and fast service!

Ordered the Rasta Pasta with Oxtail and almost cried tears of joy from how good it was. This is for…read moresure my new go-to spot! My order was ready when it said it was going to be. Service was great and fast. Staff were friendly and when I walked in, it smelled amazing.

Service: We were in the area looking for some good food and…read morecame across Jerkies. We came about two hours before closing on a Saturday, and they were already out of quite a few items, which was understandable given the timing. We ordered the wings, oxtail meal and oxtail pasta, and the food took about 20 minutes to come out. Everything was served hot and well plated. Taste: The food was bussing! Both dishes were delicious, well seasoned, and had a good amount of spice without being overwhelming. The oxtail was flavorful and tender, and the serving sizes definitely surpassed our expectations. We were full and very satisfied. Ambiance: It's a casual spot with a relaxed feel, perfect for grabbing a takeaway meal, I wouldn't plan to eat here though! Overall Review: Jerkies was a great find! Even though they were out of some menu items, what we ordered did not disappoint. The portions were generous, the food was flavorful, and everything came out hot and fresh. Definitely coming back to try some of the other options earlier in the day