Sol-Mar Restaurant

We had such an amazing dinner here! The beer was crisp and the perfect way to start the night before the bread and entrées came out. The food was authentic Portuguese and absolutely incredible. The halibut was cooked perfectly, flaky and full of flavor, and the bitoque was spot on — tender, savory, and cooked just right. Everything came out hot and delicious, and the service made the experience even better. It was the perfect dinner before heading to see Matt Rife at the Prudential Center. Definitely highly recommend, and we will absolutely be back! 🇵🇹💚

A wonderful evening in Newark’s Ironbound. Sol-Mar continues to live up to its reputation for classic Portuguese cuisine. The halibut was fresh, delicate, and beautifully prepared, letting the natural flavor of the fish shine. My son-in-law enjoyed the Portuguese steak and eggs with fries—rich, hearty, and full of traditional flavor. A truly satisfying meal in one of the best neighborhoods for Portuguese food.

Sol Mar Marisqueira Sol Mar Marisqueira is one of the best Portuguese seafood restaurants in Newark, New Jersey, and a true destination for anyone looking for authentic Portuguese food and fresh seafood. This is classic Portuguese cooking done right. The Portuguese seafood rice (paella-style) was outstanding — loaded with lobster, shrimp, clams, and mussels, cooked in a rich saffron broth with perfectly tender rice. Every bite delivered deep flavor and balance, exactly what you expect from a top-tier Portuguese restaurant. The shrimp Mozambique was excellent — large shrimp sautéed in garlic, spice, and sauce with bold flavor that’s perfect for dipping bread. We also had a Portuguese steak dish, which was hearty, flavorful, and cooked perfectly, and a grilled seafood entrée that highligh

The place felt very warm and welcoming, and the design was beautiful. We went as a large group, and the restaurant was full, yet the service never slowed down. For appetizers, we ordered calamari and shrimp — both were very fresh and delicious. We tried the fish soup and the crab soup as well. After the salad, we had the seafood paella. The portions were large and filling. Prices were reasonable overall. We were very satisfied with both the service and the food. There’s also plenty of parking available right across the street.

Sol Mar catered my dad’s birthday, and everything was absolutely amazing — from the initial booking to the very last bite. The staff was professional, kind, and attentive, and the food was beyond delicious. Every guest raved about it! I honestly don’t have enough words to express how impressed and grateful we are for the entire experience. Sol Mar exceeded every expectation, and I will 100% be using them again for future events. Highly, highly recommend!