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Best European restaurants nearby. Discover the best European food in Hillside. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for European restaurants near you.. Hillside is a township in Union County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township's population was 21,404, reflecting a decline of 343 (-1.6%) from the 21,747 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 703 (+3.3%) from the 21,044 counted in the 1990 Census.
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10. Rei Da Manivela
Reviewed By Phil H
It was once just a dive bar called Rudys in the 80's. Now a bar restaurant across from the cemetery. Still a dive but the food is fabulous now that it is a Portuguese restaurant. All I have had is the salmon, my friends had the chicken and the cod. They both enjoyed it also. And the salmon is $16.00
9. Europa Bar and Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By tangi1
The best local Portuguese restaurant and bar outside of Newark. Always tasty favorites and specials. My favorite red sangria. Love the special grilled swordfish with tomato and mozzarella. Sandra knows her regulars and goes out of her way to ensure great service and Paul the owner will always make sure your meal is to your liking.
8. Don Pepe Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 320 reviews
Reviewed By Real_in_NYC
Had a long leisurely lunch with an old colleague. I had one of the lunch specials, the Paella Valencia. Very good. Lots of seafood, Spanish sausage and a half of a lobster tail. Huge portions. Plan on leaving with a doggie bag. The bread was delicious. Excellent service. On site parking lot. Accessibility ramp. The only negative thing that I can say, if it is a negative--they wouldn't let me package my own leftovers. Said that it was't allowed. This is the first time that I have encountered this. I prefer to put my leftovers in the container myself. They were nice about it though. They didn't rush us and let us stay as long as we wanted. I definitely would go again. It's worth a visit.
7. Casa d' Paco
Overall Ratings
4 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By 958DavidL958
Had pre concert drinks and Tapas on Saturday early evening. Place has great atmosphere feels very European and owner is very nice guy. Tapas is really good, very authentic and no frills. Had patatas bravas, octopus, chorizo, croquettes and cheeses. All simple and tasty. Highly recommended
6. Seabra's Marisqueira
Overall Ratings
4 based on 331 reviews
Reviewed By 660fredericz
The Portuguese cuisine was expensive and average considering what one can find in Newark Iron Bond. To make the experience even worse after lunch with my spouse, is that I was charged a mandatory 15% tip without my authorization. I confronted the waiter who had nothing to say. I sent an instant message to their Facebook page. No response whatsoever.
5. Verjus Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By eatlocal1ofakind
This is a very fine restaurant in a neighborhood that is in the process of being re-gentrified. There is a French bent to the menu. The vibe is very Spartan/European. Plenty of parking. The owner is present and attentive, Service could have been a bit more attentive. Our food was great. the Roast Chicken and the squash soup of the day were a B+ The Escargot, Bread and Saurbraten were and A+. The bar concoctions were terrific. Very creative and unique. Drink prices appear reasonable at $10 but they are quite small. Worth $10. A real highlight were the deserts. Save room. You will want the Crème Brulee and the magnificent Ice Cream Turrine.
4. Forno's of Spain Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 768 reviews
Fornos of Spain is an award winning Spanish restaurant located in Newark. For an authentic taste of fine Spanish dining, we welcome you to Fornos! **We now provide pickup and return shuttle services to all hotel guests in the Newark area. All guests have
Reviewed By n2r49rs
First off, nice ambiance and a great wine list! It is loaded with a fabulous selection of Spanish wines. Pleasantly surprised. Lots of options on the menu. We started off with some clams to share that were really flavorful and perfectly done. For our entrees we ordered a paella and suckling pig. Both huge portions but both also dry...very dry. Was expecting better. Expensive.I'm glad you appreciated our extensive wine list. It's wonderful you enjoyed the clams as well. As for the entrees, I'm sorry you weren't as impressed there. I look forward to the next opportunity we get to earn another star or two from you.Sincerely,Andres, Manager
3. Casa Vasca
Overall Ratings
4 based on 239 reviews
Reviewed By Norjeff2
We routinely have our holiday party here as it is convenient and reasonable priced per person. I always order the black bean soup as a starter as it is really good. I am also a big fan of the paella. The sangria is top notch and they host a lot of holiday parties. If you are looking to have a large party down neck, this is a great choice.
2. Lorena's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 220 reviews
Local Ingredients Deeply Rooted in French Technique
Reviewed By B18NJ
The menu choices were all tempting. Both appetizers and main courses were delicious. Service was impeccable without being pretentious. Truly a special place. Loved the mushroom bisque and duck breast entree.
1. Valenca
Overall Ratings
4 based on 508 reviews
Reviewed By differentname
Cooking on a stone. Order steak, tuna, or shrimp, and they bring you a stone, which must be heated to 400 or 500 degrees (maybe more) and you cut your tuna (which we ordered) to your size specification, grease up the stone with oil or butter and cook the meat to your specifications. I have never encounter this before. Cooking smoke fills the room.But the stone cooking is just one item out of hundreds on the menu. A note to the wise, order less than half of what you think you might eat. The neighborhood where this resteraunt is located reminded me of the polyglot populations, populated by various legal immigrant Europeans after World War II.
