Paella came with shrimp and mussels. The cheapest shell fish you can buy (where's the classic, scallops and lobster) serve on a flat dinner pla with.some kind of fried rice. Maybe 10 of food, which was supposed to be for 2 people for $130.Don't waste your time or your money
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Brenna Redd
This restaurant was perfect from start to finish. The staff was lovely and every course was delicious. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Piri Piri Chicken, Duck Breast, Flan
Ann Walling
Service was excellent. Food was very good. But some things could be changed. For instance, serving French fries and potato chips with steak cheapens the meal. There were no form of green vegetables in the dinners. Vegetable consisted of some 4 or five dots of purried something and a few tiny cubes of maybe parsnips. Restaurant can't be contacted via phone, only internet. Big problem. Sometimes a customer needs to contact restaurant to speak to someone directly and guickly.. But this is impossible. Overall food was excellent and facility was nicely set up and very appealing looking.
Frank DiFiore
One of a kind restaurant. From the welcoming staff to all the foods with incredible flavor, Lita is a top 3 restaurant in NJ. Chef David does it again!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Octopus, Paella Do Dia
John Bruzzese
Loved everything! All dishes were great! Service was on the money. We will be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
courtney cumming
Not sure if I should give it 3 or 4 stars because it was good and it’s a really nice restaurant, but for the price … you should not want to eat something after you leave! My husband went to McDonald’s afterwards because he was hungry after spending 300 on dinner. The fact that bread and dessert wasn’t included in that is wild. I never ever finish a meal. I always have food to take home. And I basically licked all three of my plates clean. Nothing to take home. And nothing was really that great either.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Alina M.
I recently visited Lita for a long-awaited double date on a Friday evening, secured after making reservations weeks in advance.The service at Lita is top-notch, with attentive staff who go the extra mile to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience. Despite the bustling atmosphere, the spaced-out tables provide a sense of privacy, although the noise level can still be a bit challenging for conversation especially if you have a quiet voice like I do.If you opt for a table, you're limited to the 3-course prix fixe menu, which offers a decent variety and caters to most dietary restrictions. However, I suspect more options may be available at the bar.Each dish presented at Lita is a work of art, with meticulous attention to detail evident in every plate. From the Aguaturmas Bravas to the Polvo com Choriço and the Shrimp and Mussels Paella, the presentation was truly impressive.While the presentation was stellar, I found some of the flavors fell a bit short of expectations. The repeated use of a variation of the Bravas Sauce, kind of like a spicy mayo, became overwhelming in some dishes (such as the Filete a la Tártara - steak tartare). Additionally, while the mussels in the paella were exceptional, the rice was disappointingly overcooked and too crispy.Despite some flavor inconsistencies, Lita offers a delightful dining experience with its attentive service, artful presentation, and comfortable ambiance. It's an ideal spot for special occasions or intimate gatherings, though improvements in noise control could further enhance the overall experience. I rate Lita 4 out of 5 stars for its dedication to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Octopus, Paella Do Dia
Deborah Zitomer
Lita exceeded my expectations and they were high at the get go. What an amazing dining experience. Sat at the bar (reservations needed) which I really, surprisingly, liked because we ending up talking to the people around us and I kind of don’t like people! The bar offers an a la carte and a prix fix menu (only prix fix at tables), went with the prix fix and was not disappointed. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, combining traditional Portuguese ingredients and recipes with a modern twist. Service was excellent. It’s not cheap but worth it. I’ve been to Heirloom Kitchen and Heirloom at the St. Laurent and as good as they are, this is, by far, my favorite. Already planing a return visit. Even if Aberdeen isn’t around the corner from you, it is worth the trip. Go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Octopus, Portuguese Garlic Shrimp, Piri Piri Chicken
Lydia Roca
Despite the hype, Lita disappointed. The service was attentive, but the food fell short. The sangria was tasty but weak, portions were small, and the paella had crunchy, burnt rice, which was explained as normal. The server claimed the burnt rice was normal, but that wasn't entirely accurate. Proper paella should have a fluffy rice layer atop the seared bottom, which was missing from ours. Despite feedback, no discount was offered on the $300 bill. Overall, not worth it.
Was not good for the price we pay , paella wasn’t a good option overall just the drinks were good service was good but no
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
J Lamboy
The rare 5 stars across the board. The food was absolutely insane - some of the best chicken I’ve ever had (tall order!) service was great, vibe was right. The only thing that struck me was that this incredible restaurant is located in a strip mall. But did they change my mind after that meal. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Piri Piri Chicken
Cristina Aldana
Nice atmosphere - friendly staff, fun music. Food was good (was hoping for amazing) but portions are very small and prices are high so brace yourself. Dinner for two with tip was about $375 and my husband had to eat again when we got home! If I were to go again, it would be for a drink and an app only.
Wonderful food, service and atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paella came with shrimp and mussels. The cheapest shell fish you can buy (where's the classic, scallops and lobster) serve on a flat dinner pla with.some kind of fried rice. Maybe 10 of food, which was supposed to be for 2 people for $130.Don't waste your time or your money
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
This restaurant was perfect from start to finish. The staff was lovely and every course was delicious. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Piri Piri Chicken, Duck Breast, Flan
Service was excellent. Food was very good. But some things could be changed. For instance, serving French fries and potato chips with steak cheapens the meal. There were no form of green vegetables in the dinners. Vegetable consisted of some 4 or five dots of purried something and a few tiny cubes of maybe parsnips. Restaurant can't be contacted via phone, only internet. Big problem. Sometimes a customer needs to contact restaurant to speak to someone directly and guickly.. But this is impossible. Overall food was excellent and facility was nicely set up and very appealing looking.
One of a kind restaurant. From the welcoming staff to all the foods with incredible flavor, Lita is a top 3 restaurant in NJ. Chef David does it again!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Octopus, Paella Do Dia
Loved everything! All dishes were great! Service was on the money. We will be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not sure if I should give it 3 or 4 stars because it was good and it’s a really nice restaurant, but for the price … you should not want to eat something after you leave! My husband went to McDonald’s afterwards because he was hungry after spending 300 on dinner. The fact that bread and dessert wasn’t included in that is wild. I never ever finish a meal. I always have food to take home. And I basically licked all three of my plates clean. Nothing to take home. And nothing was really that great either.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I recently visited Lita for a long-awaited double date on a Friday evening, secured after making reservations weeks in advance.The service at Lita is top-notch, with attentive staff who go the extra mile to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience. Despite the bustling atmosphere, the spaced-out tables provide a sense of privacy, although the noise level can still be a bit challenging for conversation especially if you have a quiet voice like I do.If you opt for a table, you're limited to the 3-course prix fixe menu, which offers a decent variety and caters to most dietary restrictions. However, I suspect more options may be available at the bar.Each dish presented at Lita is a work of art, with meticulous attention to detail evident in every plate. From the Aguaturmas Bravas to the Polvo com Choriço and the Shrimp and Mussels Paella, the presentation was truly impressive.While the presentation was stellar, I found some of the flavors fell a bit short of expectations. The repeated use of a variation of the Bravas Sauce, kind of like a spicy mayo, became overwhelming in some dishes (such as the Filete a la Tártara - steak tartare). Additionally, while the mussels in the paella were exceptional, the rice was disappointingly overcooked and too crispy.Despite some flavor inconsistencies, Lita offers a delightful dining experience with its attentive service, artful presentation, and comfortable ambiance. It's an ideal spot for special occasions or intimate gatherings, though improvements in noise control could further enhance the overall experience. I rate Lita 4 out of 5 stars for its dedication to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Octopus, Paella Do Dia
Lita exceeded my expectations and they were high at the get go. What an amazing dining experience. Sat at the bar (reservations needed) which I really, surprisingly, liked because we ending up talking to the people around us and I kind of don’t like people! The bar offers an a la carte and a prix fix menu (only prix fix at tables), went with the prix fix and was not disappointed. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, combining traditional Portuguese ingredients and recipes with a modern twist. Service was excellent. It’s not cheap but worth it. I’ve been to Heirloom Kitchen and Heirloom at the St. Laurent and as good as they are, this is, by far, my favorite. Already planing a return visit. Even if Aberdeen isn’t around the corner from you, it is worth the trip. Go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Octopus, Portuguese Garlic Shrimp, Piri Piri Chicken
Despite the hype, Lita disappointed. The service was attentive, but the food fell short. The sangria was tasty but weak, portions were small, and the paella had crunchy, burnt rice, which was explained as normal. The server claimed the burnt rice was normal, but that wasn't entirely accurate. Proper paella should have a fluffy rice layer atop the seared bottom, which was missing from ours. Despite feedback, no discount was offered on the $300 bill. Overall, not worth it.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
We try to go weekly and it gets better every time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent mealWheelchair accessibility: Ground floor
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Was not good for the price we pay , paella wasn’t a good option overall just the drinks were good service was good but no
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
The rare 5 stars across the board. The food was absolutely insane - some of the best chicken I’ve ever had (tall order!) service was great, vibe was right. The only thing that struck me was that this incredible restaurant is located in a strip mall. But did they change my mind after that meal. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Piri Piri Chicken
Nice atmosphere - friendly staff, fun music. Food was good (was hoping for amazing) but portions are very small and prices are high so brace yourself. Dinner for two with tip was about $375 and my husband had to eat again when we got home! If I were to go again, it would be for a drink and an app only.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3