El Merenguito, located at 313 Washington Ave, Belleville, NJ, is a delightful gem in the realm of Dominican cuisine. Customers rave about the remarkable flavors and generous portions that make each visit memorable. Victor Gavilanes praises the “awesome food” and the warm, welcoming atmosphere, perfect for family gatherings or meals with friends.
Breakfast lovers will appreciate the “los tres golpes,” a hearty Dominican staple, alongside the delicious mofongo with shrimp. KK's enthusiasm highlights the restaurant’s ability to serve authentic dishes that tantalize the taste buds. Newton Pena shares his experience with the standout Cubano sandwich, calling it “the best” he has had in years. Such affirmations bring to light El Merenguito's commitment to quality and flavor.
The friendly staff add a personal touch to the dining experience. Despite language barriers, customers like John Gangadin commend their efforts, noting that the team's friendliness enhances the overall atmosphere. With a focus on excellent food, delectable desserts, and refreshing drinks, George Holland reflects the sentiment echoed throughout the reviews. El Merenguito is a must-visit for those seeking authentic Dominican fare infused with heart and hospitality.
Amenities and More
Service options
Outdoor seating
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service
Great coffee
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
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Reviews For El Merenguito
Victor Gavilanes
Jul 1,2025
Awesome food, VERY LOVELY LADIES and this place is great to come with your family or friends to eat and have a good time.
KK
Jun 18,2025
We go to Merenguitos for the breakfast - los thres golpes. Taste delish. Also the mofongo with shrimp is pretty good. Coffee Great!
newton Pena
May 16,2025
I have order food from them several times and I no complains. The portions are good as well as the prices. Recently, I when with my wife and order the Cubano sandwich and it was the best Cubano sandwich I have eaten in a long time.
John Gangadin
May 10,2025
Girls doesn't speak much English but they try their best to understand you! They are friendly and nice people. The lady at the register tried her best to understand me because I don't speak Spanish and she's less in English. But I give her a 6 stars for trying. Thank you.
George Holland
Apr 17,2025
Excellent food, dessert and drinks. The staff are amazingly friendly and helpful.
Tony Parodi
Apr 2,2025
I like the place, it's definitely as advertised Dominican food. I had a steak and onion meal and it was fairly good. The cut had a little muscle which normally you don't get with that cut but it was fine. They only had two avocados and they were not ready so they didn't serve them which was nice but it would have been nice if they had it. The drink selection is somewhat Limited, and they do not have a liquor license. The server spoke English in Spanish was gentle on the eyes and attentive to our needs. Perfect service. The place at the time was somewhat empty for no good reason maybe it just looked that way because it's very large. The area is very clean and was comfortable to eat in. I like how many windows there are.
ARod Rodriguez
Mar 29,2025
Great spot for Dominican food. I had the rabo it was delicious.
Jenn Ovalles
Mar 16,2025
Most dominican places stop serving breakfast around 9:30/10 am. I visited around 11:30 and was still able to get breakfast food. We ordered a lunch as well and it was good. The highlight was this rotisserie chicken (image below)!! Omg so good - definitely recommend. For a table of 2 people we paid 43 dollars (before tip) Totally recommend! We had so much food and everything was delicious! Gracias mi gente!
Reviews For El Merenguito