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Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge, New Brunswick, NJ

Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge

4.7
4.7
918 Reviews
$30 and under
Cuban

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
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. Weekend entertainement with live bands and late night dj's. Eat Drink Dance.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cuban, Latin American, Spanish
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (732) 543-1630
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Serafin Sarduy
  • Neighbourhood
    New Brunswick
  • Cross Street
    George St
  • Parking details
    Street and Public Parking Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 918 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Middlesex

    Healthy

  • Middlesex

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere with "amazing food and service." Known for its delicious empanadas and flavorful dishes, the ambiance is lively and perfect for pre-theater dinners. The staff is "super friendly," with attentive service and standout managers. A favorite spot for "great Cuban food & drinks," ideal for socializing and dancing.

918 Reviews
  1. Julia

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappointed in the food and service! Bring back the Spicy Samba drink please!

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  2. Danielle

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    1 word. Amazing! Every time we come here it seems like it keeps just getting better and better. Food is amazing. Music/ dj was amazing and the service was amazing. #1 favorite date night spot to go.

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  3. Chernoh

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and staff was amazing. Mondadito is a great starter. The empanadas were the BEST I’ve ever had.

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  4. Tysen

    New Jersey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tried this place for the first time and was absolutely great choice. Food amazing. Waiter was Diego cool guy and had orders correct and out in decent time during a crowded valentines day weekend. After dinner turned into a nice dance room and music was great.

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  5. Jim

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fresh and delicious food. Super friendly service and an overall great experience - would definitely go back.  Had four people in our party and everyone absolutely loved what they had great food. Drinks could be a little stronger, wink wink. 

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  6. Hector

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice ambience and great Cuban food & drinks. Service was great and very attentive. Definitely will return in the summer.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fish was small and slightly overcooked. Area was loud.

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  8. Dr. Wanda

    VIP

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to eat, drink, and socialize. It’s not a place to have a date where you’re going to be able to chat a lot if you go later in the evening as it becomes more of a night club. But the ambiance is nice.

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  9. Madeline

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I would have given 5 stars all the way, but I’ve never been to a restaurant where they ran out of utensil!! We were given plastic utensils in a plastic bag.

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  10. Laila

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a nice evening. Food and ambience is wonderful. Love how close it was to the state theatre. Fun and energetic

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FAQs

Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. 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 4.7 stars by 918 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge

25 Liberty St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    George St
  • Neighbourhood
    New Brunswick
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cuban, Latin American, Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street and Public Parking Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Serafin Sarduy
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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