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Sol-Mar, Newark, NJ

Sol-Mar

4.7
4.7
167 Reviews
$30 and under
Portuguese

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
Sol Mar Restaurant & Marisqueira is one of the leading seafood restaurants in New Jersey. It is family operated, opened in 1957, and focused on authentic Portuguese & Mediterranean cuisines. The interior of Sol-Mar is handcrafted as carefully as the menu, as diners are transported across the Atlantic as soon as they walk through the doors thanks to the authentic decor and style of the dining room. It is located just a few blocks from Newark Penn Station, close to Newark International Airport, in the famous neighborhood of Ironbound.
Sol Mar’s menu experience featuring the finest seafood catch from regional coasts and international waters in Portugal and all over the world is showcased at your table. Diners who aren't feeling the taste of seafood can still order other dishes such as grilled porterhouse steak, pork chops in garlic sauce, and chicken marsala. You can enjoy all of Portugal's magnificent atmospheres without leaving the premises.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Portuguese, Mediterranean, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa

What 167 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Essex

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sol-Mar offers "excellent food" and "friendly staff," delivering a memorable dining experience with fresh, authentic Portuguese dishes. Guests rave about its "huge portions" and "reasonable prices," making it ideal for both special occasions and casual meals. The ambiance is lively, and the seafood is "always fresh."

167 Reviews
  1. Carlos

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience overall! Loved the food and atmosphere

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  2. Jack

    New Jersey1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was really authentic and delicious, would definitely go again to try another dish

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  3. Tess VIP

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time at SolMar and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Food was very good, and the staff was very friendly. Will definitely come back!

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  4. Ricky

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We had reservations at 8pm on Valentine’s Day. Open table took down my credit card to charge $40 for no shows. We got there at 8pm to a throng of people waiting. We waited in the hallway with everyone else and were not seated until 9pm. The waiting area was freezing and the room we booked was not available so we were seated in another less desirable room. The food was good if you’re into seafood, but the steak was disappointing.

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  5. siba

    New York City7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and atmosphere. Experienced staff. Average food and Sangria. Not all rooms are same. Luckily we got one of the better rooms. Large service area but broken up into rooms.

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  6. Madisen

    Philadelphia7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sol Mar was wonderful! Definitely packed on Valentine’s Day. The food was good, could’ve used a bit more salt and some more sauce, but was still yummy. Desserts were absolutely delicious and the sangria was to die for! The servers were great and attentive despite the busy night. The atmosphere was very warm and we loved the decor. We will definitely be coming back!

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  7. Kathy

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and staff. Quick service, food came out fast and was delicious

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  8. Ian

    Cincinnati3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent restaurant Bachalau authentic. House wine by the carafe is my hot tip. ENJOY

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  9. Sal

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience. Owner took time to meet with us.

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  10. craig VIP

    New York City35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food super service and deserts highly recommend

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FAQs

Sol-Mar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 344-3041.

Sol-Mar is rated 4.7 stars by 167 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Sol-Mar

263 Ferry St, Newark, NJ 07105

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Portuguese, Mediterranean, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
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