Fornos of Spain

Name: Fornos of Spain
Address: 47 Ferry St., Newark, NJ, United States, 07105
Telephone: (973) 589-4767
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1579 Reviews

$31 to $50

Spanish

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Welcome to Fornos of Spain Restaurant located on the Iron Bound in Newark, NJ. Fornos of Spain has been bestowed numerous awards and proclaimed by various national magazines as a "must" when dining out in New Jersey. Our award winning Spanish cuisine is prepared with the freshest seafood of Spain. Our extensive wine cellars offer over 450 aged and vintage wines and has the rarest collections of Spanish wines in the United States.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(973) 589-4767

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Spanish
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(973) 589-4767
Website
http://www.fornosrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
We have private rooms available for a minimum of 20 people and a maximum of 86 people. Also, we have party luncheon menus from Monday through Fridays until 3 pm and dinner party menus from Monday through Sundays. Saturdays we only do parties from 12 noon to 5:00 pm.

Location
47 Ferry St., Newark, NJ 07105
Neighborhood
Newark
Cross street
Union Street
Parking details
Private self parking lot on premises, behind the restaurant.
Public transit
We are located a two blocks away from Newark Penn Station and New Jersey Transit, which is walking distance.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cigar Room, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Gambas al Ajillo
shrimp in garlic sauce
Coctel de Camarones
shrimp cocktail
Almejas Marineras
clams marinera sauce
Almejas en Salsa Verde
clams in green sauce
Almejas Casino
baked stuffed clams
Mejillones Picantes
mussels in hot tomato sauce
Ostras al Natural (1 Doz)
oysters on the half shell
Ostras al Natural (1/2 Doz)
oysters on the half shell
Champinones al Horno
baked stuffed mushroom
Anchoas en Aceite de Oliva
anchovies in pickled sauce
Esparagos Vinagreta
asparagus vinaigrette
Boquerones
smoked anchovies
Turbante de Chorizos
broiled spanish sausage
Calamares a la Romana
fried squid
Angulas
brood baby eels
Salmon Ahumado
smoked salmon
Pulpo a la Feria
octopus (boiled with olive oil and paprika)
Pulpo Vinagreta
octopus vinaigrette
Jamon con Melon
prosciutto with melon
Pimientos Frito
fried sweet peppers
Queso Manchego
spanish cheese

Soup

Gazpacho Andaluz
cold vegetables soup
Caldo Gallego
spanish vegetables soup
Sopa de Cebolla
french onion soup
Sopa del dia
soup of the day (ask waiter)

Meat

Chuletas de Cerdo Arriero
broiled pork chops in garlic sauce
Ternera en Salsa de Vino
nature top round veal cutlets in wine sauce
Ternera Siciliana
nature top round veal cutlets in creamed mozzarella sauce
Ternera Extremena
nature top round veal cutlets with pepper, onion & sausage
Pollo al Ajillo
chicken in garlic sauce
Solomillo a la Parrilla
grilled fillet mignon
Paella Vegetariana
vegetarian paella: yellow rice mixed w/ vegetables

Steak

New York Steak
Angus New York Strip Steak
Angus Prime Rib
Angus Ribeye Steak
Angus T-Bone Steak
Angus Porterhouse Steak

Fish & Seafood

Paella Valenciana
shellfish and rice with chicken and sausages
Paella Marinera
shellfish and rice with fresh lobster
Mariscada Fornos
shellfish and lobster in spiced tomato sauce
Mariscada en Salsa Verde
shellfish and lobster in green sauce
Camarones en Salsa de Vino
shrimp in wine sauce
Camarones Fritos
fried shrimp
Camarones en Salsa Verde
shrimp in green sauce
Camarones al Ajillo
shrimp in garlic sauce
Camarones Enchilados
shrimp in spiced tomato sauce
Bacalao a la Gallega
boiled with olive oil, garlic and paprika
Salmon
fresh norwegian salmon
Pez Espada
sword fish
Colas de Langosta by Weight
lobster tails
Grilled Seafood
lobster, prawns, scallops, seabass or salmon & roasted garlic
Colas de Langosta a la Parrilla
grilled lobster tails
Changurro
broiled scallops and crab meat in the scallop shell
Pargo al Horno
broiled red snapper
Lenguado Fornos O Francesa
fresh fillet of sole "fornos style" or lemon sauce
Merluza a la Vigo
whitting in green sauce, clams and shrimp
Colas de Langosta Salsa Blanca
lobster tails in white sauce

Desserts

Sorbete de Limon
lemon sorbet
Sorbete de Manzana
apple sorbet
Sorbete de Coco
coconut sorbet
Sorbete de Melon
melon sorbet
Sorbete de Pera
pear sorbet
Sorbete de Melocoton
peach sorbet
Sorbete de Mango
mango sorbet
Soberte de Naranja
orange sorbet
Sorbete de Sandia
watermelon sorbet
Sorbete de Moras
blueberry sorbet
Sorbete de Pina
pineapple sorbet
Pastel de Manzana
apple pie (served with vanilla ice cream)
Tiramisu
Leche Frita
"fried milk"-spanish style dessert
Chocolate en Concha de Cocoa
chocolate sorbet in cocoa shell
Key Lime Tart
Plain Cheesecake
92% less sugar, 29% less calories & 42% less fat than leading brand
Marble Fudge Cheesecake, Cognac Pumpkin Cheesecake
American Cheesecake
Tarta de Almendras
Almond cake
Tarta de Zanahoria
carrot cake
Crema Catalana
vanilla pudding with suggar flambe
Filloas Rellenas Crema Pastelera
crepes stuffed with pastry cream
Tarta Mousse de Chocolate
white & chocolate mousse cake
Tarta de Banana
banana coconut cake
Tarta Frambuesay Chocolate
chocolate raspberry cake
Apple Crunch Cake
Tarta de Pina Con Coco
pineapple-coconut cake
Double Chocolate Cake
Tartita al Whisky
whisky sponge cake & egg yolk
Nata Con Nueces
cream & walnuts
Requeson Con Miel
spanish ricotta w/ honey
Copa Chocolate-Vainilla con Licor
italian chocolate-vanilla liquor cup
Casco de Guayaba con Queso Crema
guava shells w/ cream cheese
Melocoton con Nata
peach melba cup
Moras con Nata
forest fruit frozen yogurt cup
Pecan Pie
served with vanilla ice cream
Bread Pudding
Pina Frescas
fresh pineapple
Fresas con Nata
strawberries with cream
Arroz con Leche
rice pudding
Helados (Fresas, Choco o Vainilla)
ice cream (strawberry, chocolate or vanilla)
Punpkin Ice Cream
Chocolate Truffle Torte
Hot Chocolate Fudge
Vanilla Ice Cream Chocolate Lava Cake
Fresh Melon
Tartufo
Choco Peanut Butter Tartufo
Flan Caramelo

Mousse Flavors

Belgian Chocolate Mousse
Dulce de Leche Mousse
Passion Fruit Mousse
Raspberry Mousse
Mango Mousse
Coconut Mousse

What 1,579 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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New York / Tri-State Area
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ArtF
Philadelphia
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our 4th lunch with friends and we continue to be impressed by the quality food and service.
JG
JeffreyG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Service. Excellent Oysters. Outstanding Seafood and Fish. Great ambience.
CD
CarlosD
Los Angeles
155 reviews
vip
5.0
155 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
By far the best Spanish restaurant I've ever tried. With an extensive menu inclusive of many excellent appetizers and main options, it was difficult choosing what we wanted to sample on this our first time visiting this restaurant. We truly enjoyed an amazing culinary experience. Highly recommend this restaurant
g
gordo
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Fantastic paella, place was full and service a little slower than usual. Still a great place
J
Joshua
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience… great food… excellent service… will definitely return… already considering to go for Mother’s Day!!!
BK
BridgetK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
YOU ARE NOT GETTING SERVICE LIKE THAT ANYWHERE IN NEWARK.
RO
RoyO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best paella in the US. Beautiful restaurant, excellent service, efficient valet parking, and a noisy, boisterous crowd. It's always a lot of fun.
D
Donna
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
I have been here for lunch and dinner and both times were delightful. The service is extraordinary. The food is delicious and they do not skimp on portions. The fact they offer parking is the icing on the cake. Highly recommend! Make sure you enjoy the sangria!
A
Aurora
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
The food is excellent at very reasonable price. It comes with salad, bread, rice, vegetable and churro. Would definitely recommend to friends.
SS
SteveS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent Food, large portions. Always crowded, Recommended
MT
MelissaT
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Do you like bread and olives? Well buckle up that’s free here. Salad, that too. Huge portions? Check. Ginger ale? They got that too.
C
Chelle
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Everything was great!
MD
MichelleD
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We enjoyed the olives & salad to start - yum! The paella marinera had amazing flavor! Could have used more shrimp & seafood in general. The twin lobster tails were delicious! Cooked to perfection! Crema of Catalan for dessert was scrumptious!! Enjoyed the home made churro dipped chocolate which came after the bill - very nice touch ! Service was excellent, did not like the tiny table against the wall we sat against too cramped with the food dishes - more space would have been nice. Friendly atmosphere.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 28, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
They will not honor reservations. We made a reservation on Open Table for 6:30PM and when we checked in at the hostess stand our name was put at the bottom of the list and we were told it would be a 30 minute wait. That’s not how reservations work.
B
Bdm101
San Francisco
35 reviews
vip
4.0
35 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Awesome!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Son’s birthday
M
Marybeth
New York Area
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Forno’s is one of my favorite restaurants, it never disappoints. The food is always amazing. This visit we had a show to get to and the waitstaff was very attentive and got us out in time but we were not rushed. The garlic shrimp is still my favorite and the coconut flan is the best I’ve ever had. We will be back !!!
P
2Picky
New York Area
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Old world charm, exemplary service and great food! The paella was very good. Ieill order it again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent dinner. Tomahawk steak is best! Wonderful service
AG
AsGoodAsEver
New York Area
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
One of our favorites in Newark but hadn't been here since pandemic started. Expectations were low (due to possible pandemic effects) but was as good as ever!! Our friends who moved to Florida were in for a wedding and insisted we visit Forno's where we have had great meals and memories and you didn't disappoint.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Have eaten here many times and have always found the food and service to be excellent however this last dining experience fell short of my expectations and I would factor this into any future dining decisions.
NM
NMoore
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming.
C
Chowster
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a fantastic culinary experience! Great food and service!!
BT
BTRed
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about Fornos of Spain is great. They always do an excellent job with the food and service. Can’t wait to go back.
n
nucappy
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
An absolutely excellent meal. From the grilled calamari and spicy mussels to the orange duck and paella, everything was terrific.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great staff and food. Love the old school atmosphere.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service is impeccable!! A++
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorite places to eat. The experience is always amazing!
K
Kelley
Washington DC
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is outstanding. Large portions...we ordered 3 appetizers and 3 entrees...beautiful presentation, plentiful. The skirt steak was amazing, could barely eat 1/2 of eat, it was so big. The service is wonderful, never felt rushed, each course was spaced apart so nicely that you could enjoy and digest each dish.
IB
IllyaB
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service is always amazing I have been coming here since 1994 my wife and I never disappeared The only bad part is I've seen one waiter Go to management And he still never acknowledged seeing us which is so sad 😞 As a business owner sometimes you just want to feel welcomed And I am an amazing tipper And one of the nicest guys ever any restaurant I go to love and appreciate me But Hey the food is still amazing 👏 3 out of 4 is not bad lol
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
The best .. si good .. and service .. just wow
AF
ArtF
Philadelphia
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We traveled to Spano’s for lunch with friends. This was our third time there and we continue to be very impressed with the food, service and ambiance. The wait staff is incredible and do professional. The complimentary salad, olives and churros all add to the dining experience. Spano’s has become one of our favorite restaurants. We will continue to come here despite the 45 minute drive.
M
Marc
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great business lunch at Forno’s today. Food was terrific
F
Fred
New York Area
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fornos never disappoints! We had lunch before the Devils game and it was a quick walk to the Rock. We had our usual garlic shrimp app and chorizo app, and then the oxtail special and the sangria special. So delicious! Service is always amazing as every server that walks by tends to your table. As usual, too much food and still less than $50 per head! We love Fornos!
NA
NoraAmin
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful experience, I was truly blown away!! Celebrated my boyfriends birthday here and he was so happy with everything. From the valet, to the scenery, to the food, to the servers and workers…wow!!! I love this place and will be coming back many more times! Already told so many friends about this place lol, also Pedro and Milan were fantastic!! Just wonderful people with kind hearts!! If you go here, see if they’re working because they’re amazing! Everyone in general were very king, hard working and fast with everything. Food tasted beyond this world oh my God, we got the oxtail and T-bone steak. It was amazing! And thank you for the complimentary desert!
CS
CSteven
New York Area
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Once again, Fornos team serviced our entire evening in a friendly professional manner. All of our delicious dinners were absolutely prepared with the freshest ingredients. Thanks for our enjoyable evening.
LM
LindaMcG
New York Area
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fornos is the perfect restaurant to take newcomers to NJ. We had a wonderful time, service was brilliant and food was amazing!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible staff and service.
F
Foodie
New York Area
26 reviews
vip
3.0
26 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall3food5service3ambience4
The food was great, but the service was not the best. We were are party of 3, it took 29 minutes to get the bill, after asking 4 times. The waiter staff are too busy with one not knowing what’s being done or not done by the other.
R
Robert
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fornos was excellent as usual. Great service and food.

FAQs

Fornos of Spain offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 589-4767.

Fornos of Spain is rated 4.8 stars by 1579 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(973) 589-4767

47 Ferry St., Newark, NJ 07105

Additional information

Cross street
Union Street
Neighborhood
Newark
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private self parking lot on premises, behind the restaurant.
Public transit
We are located a two blocks away from Newark Penn Station and New Jersey Transit, which is walking distance.
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cigar Room, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.fornosrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(973) 589-4767
Private party facilities
We have private rooms available for a minimum of 20 people and a maximum of 86 people. Also, we have party luncheon menus from Monday through Fridays until 3 pm and dinner party menus from Monday through Sundays. Saturdays we only do parties from 12 noon to 5:00 pm.

Fornos of Spain

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Shrimp

Paella Marinera

Paella Diablo

Appetizers

Gambas al Ajillo

Coctel de Camarones

Almejas Marineras

Almejas en Salsa Verde

Almejas Casino

Mejillones Picantes

Ostras al Natural (1 Doz)

Ostras al Natural (1/2 Doz)

Champinones al Horno

Anchoas en Aceite de Oliva

Esparagos Vinagreta

Boquerones

Turbante de Chorizos

Calamares a la Romana

Angulas

Salmon Ahumado

Pulpo a la Feria

Pulpo Vinagreta

Jamon con Melon

Pimientos Frito

Queso Manchego

Soup

Gazpacho Andaluz

Caldo Gallego

Sopa de Cebolla

Sopa del dia

Meat

Chuletas de Cerdo Arriero

Ternera en Salsa de Vino

Ternera Siciliana

Ternera Extremena

Pollo al Ajillo

Solomillo a la Parrilla

Paella Vegetariana

Steak

New York Steak

Angus New York Strip Steak

Angus Prime Rib

Angus Ribeye Steak

Angus T-Bone Steak

Angus Porterhouse Steak

Fish & Seafood

Paella Valenciana

Paella Marinera

Mariscada Fornos

Mariscada en Salsa Verde

Camarones en Salsa de Vino

Camarones Fritos

Camarones en Salsa Verde

Camarones al Ajillo

Camarones Enchilados

Bacalao a la Gallega

Salmon

Pez Espada

Colas de Langosta by Weight

Grilled Seafood

Colas de Langosta a la Parrilla

Changurro

Pargo al Horno

Lenguado Fornos O Francesa

Merluza a la Vigo

Colas de Langosta Salsa Blanca

Desserts

Sorbete de Limon

Sorbete de Manzana

Sorbete de Coco

Sorbete de Melon

Sorbete de Pera

Sorbete de Melocoton

Sorbete de Mango

Soberte de Naranja