Terrible customer service and abusive prices. They were at a salsa fair in Hollywood and their workers were extremely rude and on top of that when it was time to pay she scanned my card, turned around and ended up charging me an extra 15% of what she originally said the total was. read more

We liked the service. All of them were great and courteous. Food was a bit blend, need more flavor, salt and spices could make it better. Would I go back, absolutely! You always need to give it a 2nd try! read more

On a dreary rain-soaked Sunday, out of the blue, my sister mentioned we should have Peruvian food for lunch. Looking to break from my usual rotation of lunch destinations, I agreed it was a good idea and searched for a local spot. Despite other more reviewed and also highly rated Peruvian restaurants nearby, I chose Latin Grill despite having only eleven four star yelp reviews due to its proximity. First impressions was this place is inviting, and that business was really good for a rainy Saturday lunch service. Thankfully we were seated quickly. We started with the Papa Rellena, which was a nice appetizer to start, with a nice crisp outer shell, and moist fluffy potato interior which was enhanced with a good portion of ground beef in the filling. I loved the the side portion of sliced red onions which added a nice tart and tangy punch to tame the starchy portions of the Papa Rellena. Besides Ceviche, the other most well known Peruvian dish is roasted chicken, and Latin Grill delivered with a truly awesome version. The first thing I noticed was the beautiful color and texture of the chicken skin with its deep caramel brown color and slight crisp texture. However the taste of the chicken was even better with the seasonings having such a strong flavor that extended beyond the skin and into the meat. I couldn't pinpoint exactly what the seasonings were but it was the best flavored roasted chicken I've eaten, even surpassing the highly lauded Pio Pio chain. Hold on, the yumminess went beyond the Chicken, as the red beans had the perfect bite to them and the gravy was so addictive spooned and mixed with the white rice. The only slight negative was the rather plain and watery tasting green sauce (which wasn't served with the chicken, as we had to ask the waiter for some). Funny thing is that my entree wasn't even the roast chicken, as my sister ordered that dish! I ordered the Bistec Encebollado (steak with onions and tomatoes) with a side order of the above mentioned ridiculously yummy red beans. The thin and tender steak (I think it was cube steak; a pounded tender top round or sirloin steak) had some nice flavor from the seasonings used, and was topped with some really well cooked (and generously portioned) peppers, tomatoes, and onions. I have to mention two additional things. Since when is Inca Kola available in a diet version? Once I saw the can in the drink cooler display, I had to try it, and it so so similar to the normal version! I enjoyed it so much I had to go the nearby Shoprite and was able to buy two 6-packs. Latin Grill also makes fresh fruit juices, and my sister chose a strawberry pineapple juice, and after trying a good portion I came away enjoying it a lot, as it was not too sweet, and had a clear vibrant freshness to it. We both enjoyed the food a lot, and will definitely be revisiting! read more

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I am not one to complain about food or service, however I was not happy with this place. I came here with co workers for lunch this week. We ordered frijoles, chicha morada, ceviche and 4 lunch specials. They brought out 3 lunches at once and made my co worker wait about 20 minutes for her food. She ordered the same thing I did (fried chicken and white rice) so I was shocked to see her wait so long. The fried chicken and white rice was good BUT my fear and disguise came true during my visit at the restaurant....I FOUND HAIR INSIDE MY CEVICHE AND THEY INCLUDED A 10 DOLLAR TIP IN THE TOTAL CHARGE. I was disgusted and wanted to leave right away. We were not charged for the ceviche and 4 dollars was deducted from my friend lunch special for waiting so long. I was disappointed and definitely will not be going back here! But to include a tip on the total cost was not fair to us considering the service and food we received. read more

I ordered 1/4 rotisserie chicken with a side of fries. Aside from being lukewarm; The chicken was raw. I mean really raw!! It was white and pink. Cut it open with a knife, still could see the blood. Really red. The fries were good. Really disappointed. Never coming back. read more

My family has been ordering and eating at this place for years now. We have had a lot of patience when it comes to being charged for a little piece of meat and whole bunch of rice, finding hair in the food, servers not being the best (except for one lady) when we do go eat at the restaurant, but I guess this was the straw that broke the camels back. Plastic melted off...should we eat this or not? Weeeeelp. read more

Latin Grill - Bon appetit? - Spanish Near Me - Perth Amboy, New Jersey

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Today I went to latin Grill with my friend and It was nice but the chicken I got today was flavorless and no I do not have covid. The chicken was dry and flavorless. The only part that had flavor was the skin of the chicken. I wasn't very happy on what I got I ended up eating it because I was hungry but I will never go there again well at least I won't go there for the chicken. My friend got beef with rice. The beef was good but chewy. The rice I got wasn't very good either But when your hungry you eat what you got. I do not recommend this place if you are looking for good chicken or good rice. Maybe the next time I go there I can get something better. read more

Horrible service, everyone else got their food before my table and they forgot about our order. They need better service.

Very bad service. Today was a horror. I have ordered from them before, but today they they cancelled my order after 1-1/2 hour.

Amazing food. I always order for pickup and the food is warm and delicious. Being Peruvian I always crave a Peruvian dish and this restaurant never lets me down with their food. read more

Food was AMAZING! However, the experience that the server provided me was HORRIBLE! Just horrible!! I wish that they hire better servers that are much more experienced and more professional. Good food but nasty attitudes they have. Never going back just because of the service that was provided. read more

If you are looking for a good Peruvian Restaurant in the Perth Amboy area this one is definitely the one to try. Recommended: Ceviche (contains seafood), Tiradito (contains seafood) and Entraña (Skirt Steak). read more

Food was okay, we started off with the ceviche mixto $16 which was a little underwhelming...my gf had the tallarin saltado, which was the best entree and I had the arroz chaufa which was served with over cooked beef and chicken. Service was also, meh at best. read more

A great find after a day down the road at a swim meet! Food was so delicious and fresh. I had the garlic shrimp which was satisfying and perfectly seasoned. The rice was cooked perfectly. We also had the rotisserie chicken with plantains and beans. Once again, this dish was excellent! Service was great and restaurant was clean and welcoming. Was not surprised it was crowded on a Sunday afternoon....the locals know a good place! Highly recommend! read more

Friends invited us here for a couples' night out. We were slightly skeptical from the looks of the place but the food did not disappoint. The shrimp fried rice is the best I've ever had in life. The steak was pretty good as well. The chicken, which was boasted as the best in nj, was just pretty regular. We tried some juice made from potatoes, which didn't really taste good to me but the other five people who were there with me loved it. I would recommend this place. It truly is a gem read more

Great authentic Peruvian spot. It's nice and clean, service was great and food was fresh. It's my favorite local spot for ceviche, always my to to when I'm craving it. read more

BEST LOMO SALTADO I've had. We were visiting from Florida and looked for a nearby Peruvian place. Very neat and clean place, the staff was nice. The food portion was big just like pictured. I shared half with my sister. I really wish we had more hispanic places like this in North Florida. read more

Love the food!!! It's amazing!! The green sauce is my favorite I just wished they served a larger side although they always give more if you ask. My favorite dishes shrimp ceviche, pollo a la brasa con tostones and I always have to have papa a la huancaina. read more

Latin Grill - Spanish Near Me - Perth Amboy, New Jersey

Worst customer service seriously We were waiting for 25 minutes my husband and I for two sandwiches then a party of five walked in and got their food before us. And they ordered a full meal we just ordered something simple. Maybe it was cause they were Peruvian but I see how they serve customers. By nationality first. Everybody else can wait. Si no eres peruano no te recomiendo ir allá si no here's de ese país que pena encontrar gente así read more

nothing I can complain about means everything was mostly good right? The service was good, pleasant, prompt. Food was delish except that I've had better rotisserie chicken elsewhere. How so? Well I have come to expect rotisserie chicken to be moist and tender, this one was more on the slightly overdone and dry side. The beans were exceptional and the spicy green sauce equally so. read more

I have been eating here for over 2 years and each time there is an issue, whether they have no chicken ready at 430 pm ( they open at 11) or they leave their green sauce out of the bag after you repeatedly ask them to make sure they provide you with it. The last straw was tonight. We placed at order to pick up for 430 pm (@339 pm). We arrive at 420 pm, we pay and the man says they are putting the order together. Waiting 15 min and people walk in pick up food, leave and finally at 445 I ask what the status is . Only to be told the chicken and ribs are not ready yet and to please wait another half hour. I had to leave to make it to the bank, pick up my grand daughter at daycare before they close and go back again to get my food that was promised at 430 at 6 pm!!!!!! Go home starving -630 when I should have been home 530 only to see my French fries for my grand daughter were not in the bag. Needless to say I am done especially since I complained to the owner at 445 when the food wasn't ready and when I went back she was gone .... no apology nothing for the inconvenience Utterly ridiculous way to run a business !!! I owned a luncheonette and customer service is paramount !!! I will go somewhere else since they do not value their customers !!! read more

It's worth a drive to Perth Amboy for this food! Ambiance is ok and I recommend the shrimp and onions as well as the yuca root with cheese. The cerviche is fantastic. read more

from bad to worse, this so call restaurant is not a place where you want to bring your family in, service is bad, I ordered ribs on grill and it took them 30 min to get it on my table, the ribs were cold and bloody, the rice was hard, the lady always had an actittude look on her face, not coming back and neither my family and friends. read more

Great place for a quick meal. Loved the lomo saltado. And price is reasonable. Good service. During the winter. The place can get cold. Would have gotten 4 stars if the restaurant was warmer. Didn't enjoy eating with my jacket on. read more

Great food and staff! My best friend is Peruvian and she searches for great Peruvian places and must say Latin Grill is GREAT!!!! I've yet to try something there that wasn't good. My favorite is the skirt steak and seafood style arroz chaufa. It's a BYOB which is a plus! It's a must try! read more

Have been there multiple times it's a local restaurant not very big and or fancy, but the service and food is very good and authentic