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Destino Lounge, Elizabeth, NJ

Destino Lounge

4.2
4.2
11 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
9:30 pm
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Romantic
  • Fancy
Elegant Atmosphere
Lounge
Date Night
1958 Cuban Cuisine run kitchen from Westfield, NJ
Crafted Cocktails
Speakeasy
Live Music
Mixology
Tapas
DJ live music
Wine Red White Sparkling
Sangria
Cheese platter
Upscale
New Jersey hot spot date night
Birthday Celebration
Latin Fusion
Skirt Steak
Croquetas
Ropa Vieja shredded beef
Oxtail
Tacos Shrimp Vegan Beef Chicken Pork
Papa Rellena
Pork filled avacado
Chicken filled avacado
Empanadas
Latin Bistro
Open Table Diners choice 2022
Bacon wrapped Maduros / Plantain Bacon
Cuban Sandwich
Desert Tres Leches and Flan
Party Packages
Anniversary
Whisky Bourbon Vodka Tequila Rum Scotch
Espresso Martini




Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Cuban, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (908) 333-0615
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 11 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

11 Reviews
  1. Lizette

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I drive up from the Jersey Shore area about 40 minutes. We have been to this establishment a few times however this was by far the worst time we had. They have all new wait staff and only 1 bartender was working and it was pretty busy. I made reservations for 9:00 pm our order was taken a few minutes later. Our food came out before our drinks which took 40 minutes. I ordered the octopus which smelled very fishy was very slimy and had absolutely no flavor. My husband ordered an old fashioned smoked which was not smoked because the waitress did not know how to use the wood top smoker..really? Unfortunately we will no longer patronize this lounge. Extremely disappointed!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall I enjoyed my visit. But the drinks were water done and had large chunks of ice. Wish they had a few more food options. Definitely would return for a 2nd visit.

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  3. KishonR

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 28 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is absolutely amazing!! Lamb chops and steak were seasoned to perfection.

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  4. DFoodStarr

    New York City

    28 reviews

    2.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 17 March 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been to Destino before, and the service was great. This visit the service was poor. The waiter seemed lost all night, and we had to ask several times for our orders. The service was forgivable, but theft is not. I paid my tab online using the QR code, and when I checked my bank statement, there was an additional $100 I was charged that I did not authorize. For that, I will never go back.

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  5. Sabina

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 January 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A cozy atmosphere and fancy location mixed with the prompt service handled by a professional staff, all worked to make my experience there a very memorable one… The food was delicious too… The music a bit loud, and not varied enough for my taste.

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  6. WayneB

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 May 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Destino is making the most out of its space. The decor and ambiance are very classy with a throwback sort of elegance theme. Service was above and beyond- everyone looks sharp and is attentive. The food is phenomenal- we tried skirt steak, chorizo, mini papa rellena, even the tostones were better than any we’ve had. Cocktails were flavorful and not over sweet. Excellent date night choice. Highly recommended.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 13 May 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente lugar y la atención del personal muy buena

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  8. JessiBoo

    New York City

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 7 April 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is perfect for a date. It’s lacking a vibe though. I would recommend adding a DJ, hookah, or happy hour. It’s a cute spot, but I wanted more.

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  9. TracyP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 26 March 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time there and things just as wonderful. This time we actually enjoyed the food which was excellent! The music did get REALLY loud at one point, but I spoke with the Manager and he lowered it a bit. The only other thing that bothered me a bit was we were drinking gin and tonics, not knowing they were using Bombay, which was a bit pricey at the end.....I should have asked. Great place, go you'll love it!

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  10. ZaraM

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 December 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The overall experience was good but the management should work on the size of the food that was served for the amount of money. The flavors were not there either! I understand they have to make the money but it was so little for plain flavor. Something to look into. The music was nice but so loud we were shouting to hear each other. The managers and the waitresses were really nice and attending!

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Destino Lounge is rated 4.2 stars by 11 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:30 pm
Google Map for Destino Lounge

185 Elmora Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Elizabeth
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Cuban, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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