Hot Spot Diner

17 Avenue A, Newark
(973) 242-3004

Recent Reviews

Claire Walker

The food was probably the definition of mediocre. Burger had a weird taste to it, and felt like it was cooked wrong. it was not worth the money.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 3

Ismael Silva

Great food and atmosphere comes to a cheap price for everyone

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fritto Misto, Chicken with Garlic Sauce, French Fries

Robin Taylor

The booths are quite small and not geared for a tall person, unfortunately. It was very, very tight for my brother to sit, he's 6'5" and tight for me as well, I'm 6' but the food was very good and reminds you of a old school 24 hour diner which is what we were going for. Everyone was very nice.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Home Fries, Full Breakfast, French Fries, Scrambled Eggs

Jairo Heringer Teixeira da Costa

I was invited to play soccer and then have dinner with friends. When we got there they banned us from playing by the owner due to personal problems. Lack of professionalism and very rude. However it was good, because seeing the reviews of the food, I would regret it.They invited me to play soccer and then to dinner with friends. When we got there, the owner stopped us from playing due to personal problems. Unprofessional and very rude. On the one hand it was good, because looking at the reviews of the food I would regret it.I was invited to play soccer and then hang out with friends. At the same time we were prevented from playing due to personal problems. Lack of professionalism and very rude. On one hand it was bad, because I sell food reviews, I would regret it.

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

Alex O.

This diners food is average at best and way too overpriced. This is not NYC or at least Tops diner, Very disappointed.

John N.

I was staying at the Marriott courtyard down the street and needed to fill up my rental car before my flight back to DFW and stumbled on this place. I didn't really know what to expect because the name is pretty generic but when I came in I was greeted by the culture of Brazil. Friendly and courteous staff really put my mind at ease with the unfamiliarity. I ordered the #8 special. Don't ask me how to pronounce it because I won't be able to but it was great. It's a huge portion of meat with a great sauce that covers it. I would suggest one plate for two people because I couldn't finish it. I was pleasantly surprised. I would come back next time I fly back in.

viviana maria

Great place to eat and they have an indoor soccer field!Wheelchair accessibility: They have more than one entrance!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Home Fries, Bacon Egg and Cheese

Jorge Perrony

Great meal always !Cook and the staff are very professional and friendly !!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Breanna G.

The parking wasn't ideal and upon walking in you're met with a large space and seat yourself. The staff were fast and attentive. The food, absolutely impeccable. I ordered "pork cubes with rice" and received a side of bread along with it. Definitely too much food for a solo person but I definitely recommend coming here. The ambiance was giving "Spanish cuisine" instead of diner but overall really good

Tiago Martins

This place used to be decent...The owners son, the skinny older one has such and attitude problem.Looking at replies from the owner when he gets a negative review just goes to tell you how nasty this place is.Sad.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Ron Jeter

A nice tucked away spot known to the locals. Ownership & Staff are very hospitable. Great place to eat, drink, and watch soccer. Parking can get tight on busy times.9 Sangria is awesome!Parking: Free parking can get tight on busy times. There's paid parking within walking distance of needed.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michael Silva

First would really like to say the place is awesome, and has an array of real traditional cuisine to the more contemporary and as well as other specialties, seafood, tasty steaks you name it you got it.. service is always good, of course as person who loves to be respectful, social and generally speaking an advocate of embracing a multi cultural environment I am saddened by the few comments ive read knowing sometimes in today's world people need to practice alittle more on communication and definitely obstain from letting ones stress from daily routines carry over into a public interaction because the staff along with the managers and owners are always loving, helpful and prioritize customer service. Eat good, drink good and experience Portuguese cuisine in a safe and enjoyable experience .... This is from someone who's walked in many different shoes in various walks of life per say and it's just right even if your budget is on the low end you can still enjoy a taste from one of the more enjoyable business in the world the Portuguese one.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tyshawn Jenkins

Food was great, location was a bit sketchy, atmosphere could use some upgrades. Overall my experience was not bad, my order was incorrect but I think that was more due to a language barrier. This was a quick breakfast stop. Parking is not that great either.

Bree Etienne

Your menu is really good but they're also really accommodating to your needs. If you want egg whites, they'll do all egg whites. If you want shrimp with grits they'll do it. As long as it's on the menu they'll accommodate it. I really like their food, they're grits are a little different for from what I normally have. They kept their consistency and they didn't get hard. They were rich with butter and seasoning. I really love the way they tasted. My husband had this steak with eggs and it was amazing, and only $9. Everything is pretty affordable here and none of the upsells. The only thing that I regret is that I didn't try their fresh squeeze orange juice. All in all the servers are amazing and really sweet.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Home Fries, Shrimp with Garlic Sauce, French Fries, Steak

Jassy Jaz R.

Decent diner food and good service. Jose chicken is yummy. It's wheel chair accessible which was important for our group. Grateful for the good.

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