Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge
Serafin Sarduy brings fun to New Brunswick with the fusion of Cuban and Latin cuisine. Esquina Latina offers a chiq restaurant and lounge atmosphere known for their tapas and authentic Sangrias.
Don't forget your family and friends as Esquina Latina is perfect for all occasions.
Popular dishes
Empanadas
latin-american style turnover with choice of chicken, beef or shrimp
9 reviews
Paella Valenciana
treasure of the sea (lobster, clams, mussels, calamari & shrimp), cuban chorizzo, red pepper, green olives, azafran spices, spanish rice
5 reviews
Tostones Rellenos
colombian plantain cups, sauteed shrimp, creole style sauce, melted cheddar cheese
4 reviews
Great! Seated right away. Nice ambiance.
Nice evening out. I had the oxtails and it was very good. Sangria was also really good. Highly recommend.
I really like the restaurant but did not appreciate the card placed on the table when you arrive that advises you of an 1 1/2 dining time... felt like I was rushed. As I understand getting as many people in during COVID as you can, it’s still a turn off knowing your being timed to dine.
We waited close to an hour to get our food and the place was near empty. When We asked for the status of our food the manager coped a huge attitude with us. Then to top it off when we finished our entrée they asked us to leave so they could turn the table. I wanted coffee and dessert but they basically through us out. So unprofessional and down right rude. Another note is it's very noisy, with loud music and poor acoustics. You can barley have a conversation. The waitress was very nice to us but the manager was obviously in over her head with very poor people skills. I am so diss
Service and food was really good! The appetizers were delicious!
Great food!
Food and staff were amazing. Drinks were flowing vibe was nice. Really enjoyed our time
server was very nice and attentive.
Food was fabulous. Service was friendly and helpful. Great atmosphere. Will definitely be back.
We had a great time at this restaurant. Food and drinks were awesome. The only thing we didn't liked was the greeting person she could care less if we're there or not. Very cold greeting.
Great food, great service and beautiful place. I’ll definitely be back again. Thank you!
Appetizers and sangria were great! We ordered the cuajaríais, guacamole, tostones rellenos, empanadas and fried yuca. Also 2 sangria samplers.
Good food and service. Will definitely be back again.
Food was delicious , place was super nice and lit up , music was perfect.
Good food, and drinks, but service took forever.
Everything is just so delicious...This was our second time here. We had the cheese croquettes and beef empanadas. Dipping sauce is so good. I got the Roja Vieja so flavorful and tender. Plantains are perfectly sweet. They don't skimp on the wine pour either for $8. Churros are everything you'd want. Great little spot
Parking is scarce but the food, service and music is good! I will return
Adhered to COVID restrictions. Limited time to eat makes reservation easy!
Cool atmosphere and good drink selection. Decent sized portions. Service was a little slow but we didn’t mind since they didn’t hold us to the 90 minute max time.
Cold food, warm drinks, very overpriced for the quality. Apps were the best part of the meal
Great food and environment!! Def recomendable!!!!!
We went with friends for dinner on Saturday night- the drinks were amazing- service was fast and efficient - and the dinner portions were perfect! Everyone practiced social distancing - and everything was clean.
We were excited to get out on New Year’s Eve. The atmosphere was very festive. The wait staff was great and the food was delicious. I was just a little disappointed with the paella marinera, it was a little mushy and it said there was lobster in it. There was a half a a tiny lobster tail, I think they could have spared the other half for $32. The drinks were good and the desert was excellent!
Our meal was outstanding ! I highly recommend you come to enjoy the good and atmosphere
I’ve been to this restaurant a couple of times with friends for appetizers and drinks. Always good and in pre-COVID-19 times , always packed. This time was me and another person. The restaurant was not crowded at all but service was slower for some reason. In the end, the food was delicious but the ambience was different given the social distancing and lack of music and ambiance.
Great vibes !
Music was at a perfect level. You can hear each other. Staff was awesome. The manager Christian was fabulous.
Fun and sat outside but was still warm heaters are very good
It was my 2nd time here, the food is always good and the workers are just amazing.
Besides the parking downtown, I would highly recommend this restaurant to residents and visitors of New Brunswick.
Our food was delicious. Always a great meal at Esquina Latina! Must have the empanadas and tostones. I love all of the appetizers as well as the main entrees.
The food was great! The service was top notch! The drinks very good!
The meal and service were very good. Highly recommend the sangrias as they have all different types. We did an assortment of 7 different appetizers and desserts. Churros were very good for dessert as well.
Too many people inside and too small outside patio. Food was ok. Service was good.
Ended up eating at the bar, had a great time with my friend...
Great spot of you are looking to dine with friends or a date and enjoy a vibrant, colorful ambiance and Latin music.
Do not order strip steak they serve it with a huge fat piece down the middle after they butterflied it & it was 31$ not much meat. Mofongo was mushy & not from the sauce. Moro had no flavor. I’m of Puerto Rican descent & I know Puerto Rican /cuban cuisine Empanadas were decent & drinks as well. Place is lively & nicely decorated.
The place was very upbeat and had a relaxing vibe. Food was delicious, drinks were outstanding, and our server was very friendly. My only complaint is that even though I had made a reservation, we had no choice but to sit outside not even on the main patio, just in the parking lot where it was cold and dark. Some outdoor heaters would have been nice! Next time I go, I’ll bring a heavier jacket!
One of my favorite places in New Brunswick. The service is always good and the food is delicious.
We were seated on the back patio .. service was patchy .. drinks were ok . Only the food presentation was good.. but the two fish entrees were ok. The veg paella is a no go.
May not go back..
Great service, great people. I really enjoy having a dinner here.
FAQs
You can order delivery directly from Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge using the Order Online button. Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 543-1630.
Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge is rated 4.5 stars by 566 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable. Due to local restrictions, this restaurant may not be accepting reservations at the moment.