I doordashed chicken parmigiana and loved it. The quantity was enough to feed atleast 3 ppl.. i was…read moresurprised.. and it tasted so good, one of the best i have had! Will be ordering again for sure

This is a wonderful place. The food is excellent. The prices are very good. I order here quite…read moreoften. I'm glad I found this small little gem of a place. I highly recommend it.

Lena Y Carbon brings a great ambiance with live music, comfy seating and a colorful atmosphere…read more Chaufa con bistec (9.5/10) - I was blown away from my very first bite, the rice combined with the steak, eggs, cilantro, onion, and bean sprouts made for basically a perfect bite. WTF IT WAS ACTUALLY SO GOOD I COULD NOT BELIEVE. don't even get me started on mixing this heavenly rice with the green sauce (it's everywhere oh god what do i do). It just got better and better with each bite, I NEED to try this again with chicken and shrimp mixed in. No negative notes this is the best rice i've had in a long time flavortown. Tallarine Verde con pollo asado (9.2/10) - At first glance these noodles gave me a pesto vibe, boyy was i not ready for what i was gonna eat. I had a difficult time picking a favorite between this and the chaufa, so i didn't and went ham on both of them. The chicken had a beautiful grilled taste to it and was a perfect balance for the noodles. the green creaminess, oh so creamy I was slurping that thang up (pause?). The potatoes were a nice touch but the noodles truly were the star of the show. Green sauce (9.4/10) - WHAT IS THE SECRET INGREDIENT, GIVE ME IT NOW. I can't quite put down exactly why but this flavor is like no other sauce i've had, everything you put it on brings the flavors to a whole new world (maybe even galaxy). That shit is like crack bro i try it once and now im hooked, licking the cup dry like a dawg. the spice is almost not even there but the flavor, oh god the flavor, i cant hold it in. (oops). I need this sauce bottled up and on slathered all over my body. Yellow sauce (8.8/10) - Switch the spice and flavor levels of the green sauce and you are met with this vibrant yellow masterpiece. If you're looking for a nice little kick in this food from the gods i recommend slathering this on your food and body (optional but recommended). Overall altogether in conclusion, this meal left me FILLED to the brim (maybe a little wet). I will be coming to eat her again in restaurant, All of the foods looked amazing and i need it in my mouth now. (no pause)

I visited for my sister's graduation dinner with a party of 7 and unfortunately had one of the…read moreworst dining experiences we've had. From the beginning, our server was extremely inattentive and dismissive. She repeatedly pushed us to order a seafood boat even after we clearly explained that multiple people in our party have seafood allergies. We ultimately declined it because we did not feel comfortable risking cross contamination. After that interaction, the service noticeably declined. Our table was largely ignored while nearby tables were attended to regularly. Food came out one person at a time over the course of nearly an hour, so we were unable to eat together. Some meals arrived cold, appetizers came after entrees, and we were never properly checked on. We had to get our own utensils because none were brought to the table and drink refills were never offered. To make matters worse, when we were ready to leave, we waited over 10 minutes just to receive the check because our server continued ignoring the table. An automatic gratuity was already included and when I expressed concern about paying full gratuity for such poor service, I was simply told it could not be removed, with no effort to address the situation or involve a manager. We understand restaurants get busy, but this was supposed to be a special graduation celebration and the experience completely ruined the atmosphere for our family. Very disappointing experience overall and unfortunately not a place we would return to.

The food was really great and so was the staff…read more Highly recommend! Only bit is that the choice of music does not match the vibe and it's too loud. The lights need to be dimmed down a little bit more as well... Other than that, it's a great place and definitely would go back.

Came here on NYE for dinner and it did not disappoint! We made a reservation in advance which was a…read moregood call as the place filled up fast. I started off with a pineapple margarita, and then got a dirty gin martini, both of which were excellent. We came in a group and made a point to all get different entrees so we could try a variety of things! Great vegetarian friendly options as well. Everything was flavorful!

I visit the Harrison, NJ area often. Charley is a go to for good food and a nice vibe. The lobster…read morerole, chicken pot pie, and steak frites are great. Service is always helpful and friendly.

First time visiting Charley and the staff was very pleasant! The cocktails were delicious and the…read morefood was very tasty. I loved the vibes with the music playing and nice aesthetics! Will be back soon!

A few members of my team and I had lunch here to welcome someone new who was joining the team…read more This was my first time. All four of us had the Barbecue - 3 Mixed Meat and 1 Picanha. The Mixed Meat option had several different preparations of beef and a sausage served with a salad, french fries, and white rice. It was a generous portion of meat in a large plate. For dessert we all had the Serradura (Portuguese Sawdust Pudding) which was made with a meringued cream, whipped cream, and crushed cookies mixed together. Very delicious, not too sweet and not too filling. All around there was brick, stone and solid wood. I felt like I was in what I imagined a restaurant in Portugal would be like back in the day. The servers were friendly. I gives me the sense that it is a good place to have a range of events - from a business lunch to a celebratory party. There is lots of space in the restaurant with different rooms. One room seemed specifically set up for large parties whereas another room was set up like a typical restaurant. Our party was able to relax and enjoy ourselves without ever feeling any time pressures from the staff. It was quite an enjoyable experience.

I recently went to Fernandes Steakhouse for the first time to celebrate my girlfriend's 60th…read morebirthday, and now I completely understand why she loves this place so much. We did the rodizio, and everything was absolutely perfect. The meats kept coming and were all cooked beautifully. I'm a big fan of lamb, and theirs was outstanding. One of the things I really appreciated was that they were happy to bring specific cuts again if you asked -- great service and very accommodating. The meal also came with rice, beans, plantains, and pico de gallo, which were all delicious and complemented the meats really well. We also ordered mashed potatoes on the side, which were fantastic. We brought our own birthday cake, and the staff couldn't have been nicer. They cut it for us, came over to sing, and really helped make the celebration feel special. We had such a lovely time. Overall, it was a first-class experience with amazing food and warm hospitality.

We found this place by accident a few years ago on a work trip and had to come back again. It is an…read more"old school" family recipes, incredible service, fantastic food, and simply an amazing restaurant. My only concern is that they don't see to be busy enough for how good they are! We had 6 of us. Every single thing everyone ordered looked incredible. (I mean, I don't really care for muscles, but I could absolutely see the love cooked into even that dish.) I wish them every success and I'm already looking forward to visiting again next time I'm in the area!

"Would you like some lemoncello? Orangcello? Anythingvello?"…read more Angelo, one of the owners, is talking to the table next to us, but already I know I've found a second home. "You won't want to cook anymore" he tells us a bit later. He's not wrong. I had the fish special, cod, served puttanesca, with mash potatoes and spinach. He had the rigatoni bolognese. Perfectly cooked pasta. "Everything is homemade," Angelo explained later. Smart and fairly well-priced wine list. We asked why the 2020 Carparzo Brunello di Montalcino was so low priced, and learned the wine has been priced the same since their father closed their Upper East Side location and the kids opened in Newark. "New York food at NJ prices," Angelo explained. "I've never had tiramisu I've liked better", husband told me. "I've never had flan Ive liked better" I told him. (It is coconut flan.) Great service. Wonderful spot. And Bon Jovi has been in twice, most recently he brought his wife. Enough said.

We had an 845 reservation for an FDU graduation dinner... we had a big group and it was wonderful!…read more I was truly living in the moment because I don't think I took any photos of the food, but we all really enjoyed what we ordered! Thank you !

We were in Newark a late afternoon on a Sunday and looking for a burger. Went to another famous…read morelocal place and it was closed so decided to try Burke's Tavern. The atmosphere and restaurant look great. It has a good vibe and the service was great. Let me tell you about the burger, not the best, they give you a slider size patty, overcooked and served on a bun that comes apart when you grab it. I'm not sure about the rest of the menu, but not a burger place. Now the chocolate cake with the raspberry ice cream--wow! This was the best part of the meal. I'm giving this place 4 stars even though I didn't like the burger because that's all I tried. I'll come back and revise this rating up/down if I come back and try other menu items. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

Oh yes..Italian eatery with a swanky bar and creative cocktails. It's as advertised...and then…read moresome.. We tried a number of items enjoyed every bite. The service was excellent. Enjoyed the atmosphere and the cocktails. Overall a great experience.. Carbonara was well made & delicious. Amazing.

Such a quaint space with delicious food and a welcoming staff. We sat at the bar and Gabriel guided…read moreour decisions. We started with the Caesar salad. It was crisp and deliciously dressed - served in a Parmesan shell. I had the chicken piccata where the taste was exceptional but the chicken was a bit on the dry side. I had a side of pasta made fresh - delicious! My husband had the chicken Parmesan and it was to die for. The chicken was tender and topped with just the right amount of sauce and cheese. We opted for after dinner drinks to top off the night. Highly recommend

Possibly one of my new favorite gems to eat and drink at. The staff Gil and Nicholas were friendly…read moreand helpful. The food and drinks were amazing. Not a single complaint about the restaurant itself and it's very affordable. The ambiance feels homely.

I did not expect to enjoy this restaurant that much! It's unfortunate that it's located far into…read moreNewark, but I'm so happy I was able to try it. They had a wide variety of food, all ranging from beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and some vegetarian options. They had an extensive wine menu, and my boyfriend joyfully enjoyed a glass of wine. I got the brazilian fried chicken, which was extremely flavorful, and i was surprised there wasn't any breading on the chicken as typical fried chicken does. I much preferred the no-breading style, which I think is the Brazilian way. I would have preferred a boneless dish, as there were quite a few pieces with bones, and it was pretty oily at the bottom of the dish. It came with two very large sides, and totaled around $25. 100% would recommend this dish, but I do think at a lower price point, this could make do with just one side, instead of two, as the main dish was quite large enough to fill me up. My favorite part of this meal was the garlic butter bread that they provide for free. It comes out extremely fresh with lots of chopped up garlic, which is my favorite part of garlic bread. It was a great way to start the dinner off. The service was great and the waiters were extremely attentive. They regularly checked up on how we felt about the food and filled up our drinks. The restaurant was pretty empty while we were dining, but the space was laid out very nicely and the decor was beautiful. Would come again if it wasn't so far!

Pic-Nic has been a family favorite restaurant since I began dating my husband. Their family is…read morePortuguese and Pic Nic is a Portuguese Grill and has been a special place for our family for birthdays, anniversaries and my husband and I even had our Rehearsal Dinner here. They have a bar and dining room as well as private room they use for events. This is where our Rehearsal Dinner was held. The private room has a separate entrance which is nice for guests! My step mother could not stop raving about the food, so when she came to visit again, we took her back. To start, we had red sangria and I think we went through 3-4 pitchers as a table. To start we had calamari and chorizo which comes flambéed, which is an awesome spectacle! We also ordered styles of paella, grilled shrimp Mozambique style - which is what I typically order, and my husband ordered one of the specials for the night, cordon blue which was To DIE FOR! Definitely, whole heartedly recommend if you are in the East Newark, Harrison area. The one and only down side is they have a very small lot, suiting about 8 -10 cars, but the driving around to find parking is totally worth it!

The vibe is warm and lively, service is friendly and efficient, and prices are fair. Whether for a…read morequick lunch or family dinner, this neighborhood gem delivers every time. Highly recommended!