A rotating selection of sweet & savory stuffed pastries offered in a tropical-themed setting. Based on 449 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
8 Market St, Clifton, NJ 07012
Phone: (973) 272-8202
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Hours
| Tuesday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 11 AM–7 PM |
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Reviews
Des KF
I was looking for lunch and came across this restaurant. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I walked in and went to the counter. They had food made on display and I went with the chicken stew and 2 chicken empanadas. One of them had mole sauce! I paid and left. The first thing I ate was the chicken and mole sauce empanada, and that was ok. The plain chicken one was much better! The chicken stew dish was pretty good and very filling. I enjoyed my overall experience.
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Onika Burrowes
My sister and I had the empanadas needed more cooking and flavor. However, the young lady who served us was so awesome.
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james luski
First time here, tried the beef, hamburger and pepperoni and the spicy chicken empanada. The beef tasted like hamburger surprisingly, the hamburger was an interesting combo but in a good way and the spicy chicken was SPICY! All were a bit soft and chewy, not crispy fried. The three and a can of soda cost $12.36.
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Stephanie Marsh (sfm)
Cute little family-run spot, with great empanadas and home-style cooking. I usually get the special – a plate of meat like pernil (pork), beef stew, or BBQ-sauced goodness, with rice and beans – you can mix and match from what they have that day. You get a lot of food for the money. Also a great selection of Latin American sodas and homemade hot sauces. Plus the family that runs it are delightful folks.
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Angel Cordero
Very good. Hard to find good Puerto Rican food in northern NJ. I had white rice, pink beans and pernil. Rice was perfect. Beans had great texture were a bit light on salt but, still good. Pernil had good flavor. Had an alcapurria (see pic). It was more dough than substance. I will pass on this. Also had a cheeseburger empanada (see pic). I was surprised that they are baked because Puerto Ricans fry them. I will not hold it against them because it was excellent. I enjoyed it very much. Prices are fair. I will definitely come back.
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Puli
I haven’t had coffee this good since my Dad would make when I was growing up. The empanadas and other delicious pastries and things are just wonderful. I walked in and felt like I was walking into my parents kitchen.
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Waldi Jimenez
Finally, a Puerto Rican restaurant to rave about. Came here on a whim with my mom and grandmother around 6 pm (they close at 7 pm). They lady at the counter, Chachi, attended us and was super nice. We told her it was our first time… she did explain that since they were closing, certain items were not going to be available, such as fried sides as they were cleaning the fryer. Not a problem! They typically have different items each day. However, what they do have daily is peril(shredded pork), chicken, rice, and habichuelas (red or black beans).
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Krista Bracy
These empanadas are delicious and the customer service is great. Patiently answered our questions and good fresh hot food. Love this place! And be sure to go next door for desert empanadas!
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B C
Our dinner was delicious. They have a wide variety of empanadas (as you might expect). Each of us was able to find something to our liking. The beef stew, the roasted chicken and the chorizo dinners with rice and beans made for a delightful dinner, and the price was reasonable.
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Tridane S
This is my go to lunch spot when in Clifton area. A daily assortment of delicious empanadas, great price point for a quick lunch, and friendly staff. Would def recommend.
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