Family-run nook offering homemade Brazilian & Portuguese comfort food in warm, laid-back digs.
Jackie Lee
Third time here and need to write a review! Carol was my server every time and she is super sweet. Shout out to her. Food is exceptional, haven’t had a dish that wasn’t five stars. Brought my nephews as well and they absolutely loved the food! Especially the fried yucca and sausage appetizer. Atmosphere is perfect, well designed, and wine always on point. A spot for dates, family gatherings, you name it. Highly recommended
… moreNicole “Apetebi Iyamile” Novaton
When the owner plays vinyl and vibes, you know you found a good spot. Bartender Nicolas makes great cocktails and gives the best recommendations. Don’t leave unless you have desert which are delectable!
… moreSha Greene
Great find while looking for someplace new in the Ironbound. I can usually tell how great an establishment is by the cleanliness of the restroom. The restroom was clean and had a vibe. That made me want to eat there. The choices were great. Loved the calamari and garlic shrimp. My friends’ chicken, rice and beans, and yuka fries were tasty, too. Wish we had tried the sangria and dessert. Next time!
… moreIdo Kadman
Lovely food and service. Really delicious and not the typical Brazilian BBQ that most Brazilian restaurants serve. Be sure to make a reservation so you don’t wait.
… moreEdwin Moran
Sabor Unido is a fantastic Portuguese-Brazilian restaurant. We came as a large party of 19, and they were very well organized — they arranged three tables for us seamlessly. As soon as we were seated, they brought out bread and water.
Our server was kind, attentive, and very diligent throughout the meal.
For starters, we ordered the calamari and chicken croquettes — both were delicious. For entrees, our group enjoyed a variety of dishes: roasted chicken with potatoes, rice and beans, hanger steak with sweet plantains, skirt steak with salad, and parmesan chicken with fettuccine. Everything came out correctly and was absolutely delicious. To drink they have my favorite: freshly squeezed orange juice. They also have a variety of drinks and coffee.
For dessert, we shared the tiramisu and tres leches — both were amazing.
The restaurant is clean, has a welcoming atmosphere, and also offers outdoor seating. We definitely recommend Sabor Unido to others!
… moreThe Scatman
The red snapper and wine I had some time back sitting in the outdoor table, before the renovations, were classics. And, now, dining under the brand new and beautiful digs, both appetizers of Brasilian fried chicken and shrimp and garlic sauce were absolutely insane! (how do they make both sauces?). And, I have to admit using up most of the bottle of homemade hot sauce, which was that good with that much of a kick!
The old Sabor Unido didn’t disappoint, and neither does the new. Walking into the new and improved, I was going to walk back out, until two women at the bar begged me to stay and made room at the bar for me! I’m glad I stayed! One of THE more underrated restaurants, in Newark.
… moreDevon Carriere
Wow! Same fresh, delicious cuisine. Completely expanded and renovated dining space. Tastefully decorated and yet still cozy. Gil, our server, was fantastic!
… more7amadaDe3o
We stopped by Sabor Unido which is a Brazilian-Portuguese fusion restaurant a bit late in the evening, hoping to grab some dessert and coffee after dinner—since all the nearby cafés had already closed around 8 PM. Even though most guests were still having dinner, the staff welcomed us warmly, and we were seated without any hesitation.
Our waitress, Carole, was absolutely lovely—friendly, attentive, and always with a smile. We ordered the crème brûlée with mixed berries, and it was incredible! Perfectly torched on top and beautifully balanced with the tartness of the berries. The coffee was also surprisingly fresh and full of flavor.
Although we only came for dessert this time, we were so impressed with the service and the atmosphere that we’re already planning to return for a full dinner. Highly recommend!
… moreKrissy
Amazing and delicious food! The portion sizes are worth the money. The meat is so tasty and grilled to perfection. The outside seating is perfect for a summer evening. I got the grilled skirt steak with rice and beans and plantains. It definitely met my expectations! This place is worth a visit!
… moreAdrienne Fricke
We ate here en route to our hotel the night before a cruise. It is newly renovated and has a great family atmosphere—the delightful owner came to chat with us after we finished. The bar which is connected to the dining space has a good vibe and on Saturday there was a live dj spinning.
We had salmon filet and salmon risotto both of which were delicious. The star however was the broiled cod with mixed vegetables. We will be back when /if we are in Newark! A real gem.
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