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Familiar American fare & cocktails served in straightforward surrounds with a tiki hut-style bar.
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Robert Vidal
I was there this afternoon on Thursday September 25,25 I was invited to a wedding celebration dinner. The food was amazing,the service amazing. I highly recommend this place % I grew up Downeck since 1969. I will be back God willing again . Definitely 5 Stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
… moreZulma Perrony
I only been here a couple of times for breakfast. My husband is the one that comes here all the time. Breakfast is delicious. Last time I went i ask for a hot ham and cheese sandwich. Not everywhere I go made my ham and cheese sandwich the way I like, but the Hot Spot make it with the cheese inside very melted and the bread soft inside and crunchy out, exactly perfect for me. So,so good I didn’t even know they have a indoor soccer game room on the back of the Diner. You can eat breakfast on the back and watch a game ⚽️
… moreNaresh Hinduja
Went there tonight since I heard about a diner and has a good bar AND as an interesting location in the back where leagues play soccer.Judah was a great server And I had the great fortune to meet Anthony as well who is the son of the owner of the property wonderful guy. Judah who answered all my questions and gave amazing service and I had the lucky opportunity to meet Anthony one of the sons of the owner,at this unique property I ordered a chicken soup which was amazing and I’m very picky about my soup and the drinks were great. If you get the chance, definitely stop by this unique location which is a diner that has food, a bar that serves good drinks, and in the back a location for leagues that play soccer to watch for entertainment a very unique spot indeed. I will definitely come back.
… moreA Google User
Terrible place. Not only was the order wrong, but the food was undercooked and burnt. The price was not justified for the horrible cook and the terrible service.
The stuffed mushrooms were cold, and the stuffing was somehow burnt but cold as well? The eggs were raw and they had stains from a dirty girl. The bagel i had was just dry and incredibly flat. The omelette was also terrible. The feta cheese was nonexistent even tho it was suppose to be a spinach-fetta cheese egg omelette.
All this for 50..terrible. Never go to this place. The staff cant get the order right, seats are loose, and its just over all a bad experience.
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… moreThe stuffed mushrooms were cold, and the stuffing was somehow burnt but cold as well? The eggs were raw and they had stains from a dirty girl. The bagel i had was just dry and incredibly flat. The omelette was also terrible. The feta cheese was nonexistent even tho it was suppose to be a spinach-fetta cheese egg omelette.
All this for 50..terrible. Never go to this place. The staff cant get the order right, seats are loose, and its just over all a bad experience.
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Kayla M
A very hole in the wall diner that has both your traditional diner fare as well as many Spanish/ Portuguese dishes. Portions are absolutely huge and we got enough food to have leftovers for several meals. Highly recommend the stew- cozido- if it’s on the specials menu when you go.
… moreJeferson Apparicio
Horrible place, terrible service, ignorant owners and manager. Don’t play soccer at this place. You’ll be throwing your money away.
… moreDavin Viegas
Top notch all the way around. A hidden gem.
… moreMichael Allen
When you randomly find a diamond in the rough. Coming back from NYC we were looking anywhere for a place to crash to eat and refuel. Came across this place nestled in a more commercial/industrial part of town but still in the iron bound section of Newark… you’re in for a different experience. There on a Saturday their specials menu is not for the normal diner. This is a Portuguese inspired affair and my wife and I dined on some great food. I personally got the goat, my wife the sea bass. Do not expect your white bread classic diner coming here. Also don’t be afraid of the area if you’re not familiar with it. Waitress was super friendly as were a bunch of other people. Live a little and step outside your comfort zone.
… moreStephen Luz
Nestled deep in the Southern Ironbound section of Newark, this hub of bounty is a source of endless varieties of feasts. The parking lot contains a few beautiful vintage vehicles forasmuch as to slow you down and ask you to look around at the surroundings. This is this.
So many things to see on the way in. The aforementioned chariots, the wood-burning stoves on the southern entrance, the indoor football pitch! Cool man. The bar just inside of the game-zone was empty at 4:00 PM on Friday but vibrantly hinted at the fiesta that would probably be going down in a few hours.
Diner tables are situated along the windows surrounding the “L” shaped bar with a breakfast/lunch grill that was just being cleaned up for the day when I arrived. Friendly, attentive waiters warmly greeted me as I sat down at the diner stool, next to one of the cooks. He was eating a juicy steak that looked delightful but a bit to heavy for what I wanted.
Looking at the online menu, there was a picture of that very steak above a listing for Octopus! That settled it, I wanted to see what that looked, felt and tasted like. Double espresso was just the boost for my whilst I waited and watched the gentle action around the place. Everyone seemed happy and cooperative- patrons and employees. Sweet vibe.
When my meal was brought out, I know immediately that this would be delicious. 8 medium-sized golden potatoes, boiled, gently smooshed and drizzled with drawn butter along withi sauteed onions and peppers.
Cutting the Octupus arm with the serrated knife they supplied, I knew the main course was prepared with love and experience. So tender, splitting between my incisors and breaking down like melting butter in my eyeteeth. HEAVEN ON EARTH.
I can’t wait to get back there again soon to see the beautiful ladies and gentlemen at the HOT SPOT~~~~!!!! Keep producing the legendary dining experience. LOVE AND PEACE- Steve
… moreSo many things to see on the way in. The aforementioned chariots, the wood-burning stoves on the southern entrance, the indoor football pitch! Cool man. The bar just inside of the game-zone was empty at 4:00 PM on Friday but vibrantly hinted at the fiesta that would probably be going down in a few hours.
Diner tables are situated along the windows surrounding the “L” shaped bar with a breakfast/lunch grill that was just being cleaned up for the day when I arrived. Friendly, attentive waiters warmly greeted me as I sat down at the diner stool, next to one of the cooks. He was eating a juicy steak that looked delightful but a bit to heavy for what I wanted.
Looking at the online menu, there was a picture of that very steak above a listing for Octopus! That settled it, I wanted to see what that looked, felt and tasted like. Double espresso was just the boost for my whilst I waited and watched the gentle action around the place. Everyone seemed happy and cooperative- patrons and employees. Sweet vibe.
When my meal was brought out, I know immediately that this would be delicious. 8 medium-sized golden potatoes, boiled, gently smooshed and drizzled with drawn butter along withi sauteed onions and peppers.
Cutting the Octupus arm with the serrated knife they supplied, I knew the main course was prepared with love and experience. So tender, splitting between my incisors and breaking down like melting butter in my eyeteeth. HEAVEN ON EARTH.
I can’t wait to get back there again soon to see the beautiful ladies and gentlemen at the HOT SPOT~~~~!!!! Keep producing the legendary dining experience. LOVE AND PEACE- Steve
Claudia Fabiano
Horrible, terrible service, my son played soccer there and for 3 times a very rude man treated him and his friends with disrespect. The owner, in turn, didn’t want to listen to. anyone playing for free there. Everyone has to have respect first of all don’t go to this place and don’t let your children and friends go there.again terrible place.
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