Location: Elizabeth
Top Restaurants in Elizabeth
Top Things to do in Elizabeth
Best European food near Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States
Reviews on European food in Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States. Elizabeth is both the largest city and the county seat of Union County, in New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the city had a total population of 124,969, retaining its ranking as New Jersey's fourth largest city (by population). The population increased by 4,401 (3.7%) from the 120,568 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 10,566 (+9.6%) from the 110,002 counted in the 1990 Census. For 2015, the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program calculated a population of 129,007, an increase of 3.2% from the 2010 enumeration, ranking the city the 210th largest in the nation.
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8. Rei Da Manivela
Reviewed By Phil H
It was once just a dive bar called Rudys in the 80's. Now a bar restaurant across from the cemetery. Still a dive but the food is fabulous now that it is a Portuguese restaurant. All I have had is the salmon, my friends had the chicken and the cod. They both enjoyed it also. And the salmon is $16.00
7. Verde Minho
Reviewed By FrequentTravelerSF
This. Restaurant. Is. Ah-mazing. Totally unpretentious, with absolutely delicious food, and a warm, friendly atmosphere. I was stuck at an all-weekend conference in an airport hotel near the Newark airport and we needed a place for dinner. The food was sooooo good at this place, next time I am coming to New York, I will consider flying into Newark so I can eat here before I head into the city. I was with a party of 8 and everyone was pleased with their meal. The service was impeccable and friendly too. I ordered the fish stew with rice - absolutely gorgeous seafood (scallops, prawns) in a light, perfectly seasoned broth. It was enough for two but I ate the whole thing. A colleague ordered a paella, also fantastic. Several others ordered steak dishes and loved them. Good, inexpensive bottles of wine. I didn't even know I liked Portuguese food until I ate here. Cute bar too, and a good place to watch basketball!
6. Casa Vasca
Overall Ratings
4 based on 239 reviews
Reviewed By Norjeff2
We routinely have our holiday party here as it is convenient and reasonable priced per person. I always order the black bean soup as a starter as it is really good. I am also a big fan of the paella. The sangria is top notch and they host a lot of holiday parties. If you are looking to have a large party down neck, this is a great choice.
5. minhoto restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By 2philuin
Great place. Even many locals don't know about this great Portuguese option. You can compare it to all the others in the area and you'll find that this the your best bet. Not too crowded. Great authentic Portuguese cuisine. Good pricing. Nice atmosphere.Go here. You won't be disappointed!
4. Abigail's Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 132 reviews
Reviewed By Gerry G
Decided to try Abigails after reading reviews.The reviews were right delicious food served by friendly helpful staff. The split pea soup was toDie for and Abigails Vienna schnitzel was delicious and melt in the mouth. Do yourself a favour and eatHere.
3. Europa Bar and Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By tangi1
The best local Portuguese restaurant and bar outside of Newark. Always tasty favorites and specials. My favorite red sangria. Love the special grilled swordfish with tomato and mozzarella. Sandra knows her regulars and goes out of her way to ensure great service and Paul the owner will always make sure your meal is to your liking.
2. Portugal Express
Overall Ratings
4 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By gigilala77
Went today for lunch because I've heard great things about the food. Sat at the bar, the worst part was when the bartender grabbed the garbage can to empty the recycables into a machine..she touched the bottom of the garbage can and never washed her hands after. She then made someone's cappuccino and drink and touched the rims of their cups. She also dropped of the sangria clean pitchers on the floor and picked it up and put it right next to the clean ones. The food was good but my rice was cold. I've had comparable take out here in Elizabeth. I wouldn't go back. I tipped her $10 for a $40 meal and she didn't even say that you. She took my money and never even said goodbye.
1. Valenca
Overall Ratings
4 based on 508 reviews
Reviewed By differentname
Cooking on a stone. Order steak, tuna, or shrimp, and they bring you a stone, which must be heated to 400 or 500 degrees (maybe more) and you cut your tuna (which we ordered) to your size specification, grease up the stone with oil or butter and cook the meat to your specifications. I have never encounter this before. Cooking smoke fills the room.But the stone cooking is just one item out of hundreds on the menu. A note to the wise, order less than half of what you think you might eat. The neighborhood where this resteraunt is located reminded me of the polyglot populations, populated by various legal immigrant Europeans after World War II.
