Portuguese Restaurants in Elizabeth, New Jersey

After hiking the trails at Weequahic Lake in Elizabeth, New Jersey, you can replenish your body by enjoying some Portugese cuisine. Elizabeth is home to a variety of Portugese restaurants that offer different environments depending on what kind of meal you are hoping to enjoy. From fine dining and sophisticated atmospheres to quick, fast food, Elizabeth's Portugese restaurants are sure to please for any occasion.

Manolo's

Manolo's offers the feel of the sophisticated Old World from the wooden tables and white tablecloths to the quiet setting. The restaurant serves Spanish, Portuguese and other Mediterranean cuisines for lunch and dinner in an upscale atmosphere. The menu features items such as monkfish with clams, pan roasted red snapper and chicken paillard. Manolo's is also open for banquets and private parties and offers catering services.

Manolo's Restaurant
91 Elizabeth Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07206-1632
(908) 353-7674
manolosrestaurant.com/

Valencia

Known for its "steak on the stone," the Valencia allows customers to cook their own filet mignon on a stone with lemon butter and thinly sliced potatoes. This Portuguese restaurant offers menu items such as rotisserie chicken with yellow rice. Customers also can enjoy a drink from the extensive beer, wine and liquor menu.

Valencia
665 Monroe Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07201-1638
(908) 354-4024

Algarve Barbeque

Algarve Barbeque provides quick service of Portuguese cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Loyal customers note their affinity for the chicken, ribs and seafood paella. The staff will accommodate vegetarians by preparing meals that are not listed on the menu. Located conveniently near Newark Liberty Airport, Algarve is open for lunch and dinner daily, and it offers bar service.

Algarve Barbeque
1040 North Ave.
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
(908) 352-0422

Portugal Express

Boasting home-style cuisine, Portugal Express offers a laid back dining experience with classic Portuguese menu selections, such as garlic chicken with shrimp. This restaurant s is open for lunch and dinner every day of the week. It also offers take-out and catering services to bring the taste of Portugal to your home or special event.

Portugal Express
460 South Broad Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07202-3502
(908) 352-7818

Portugal Barbeque

Spice scents fill the air at Portugal Barbeque, since the chefs coat the meat with spices as it roasts over an open fire for customers to watch. The menu features salt cod and ribeye, as well as grilled pork sandwiches. Portugal Barbeque is open seven days a week and serves both lunch and dinner.

Portugal Barbeque
207 Clark Place
Elizabeth, NJ 07206-2016
(908) 289-6554

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Article Written By Janine Stevens

Janine Stevens earned her degree in communication and marketing, and still writes for her alma mater's quarterly newsletter, "La Salle Magazine." She began writing professionally following her graduation in May 2007 when she was hired at an interactive marketing and Web design firm, where she posts to the corporate blog, offering industry insight with personality. Stevens enjoys copywriting for a variety of industries.

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