Monday, August 31, 2026

The Best Places to Eat in Newark, by the Record

4 places in the record

The best places to eat in Newark, by the professional record: NJ.com has weighed in, and their honors are what rank this list. Hobby's Delicatessen & Restaurant comes out on top.

Afro Taco and Fornos of Spain hold the next two places.

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  1. Rank 1. Hobby's Delicatessen & Restaurant

    Awards
    Address
    32 Branford Pl, Newark, NJ · Newark
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–2:30 PM
    Online
    WebsiteInstagram
    On the Way What's Around

  2. Rank 2. Afro Taco

    Awards
    Address
    761 Elizabeth Ave, Newark, NJ · Newark
    Online
    WebsiteInstagram
    On the Way What's Around

  3. Rank 2. Fornos of Spain

    Spanish Steakhouse

    Awards
    Address
    47 Ferry St, Newark, NJ · Newark
    Online
    WebsiteInstagram
    On the Way What's Around

  4. Rank 2. Krug's Tavern

    Awards
    Address
    118 Wilson Ave, Newark, NJ · Newark
    Hours
    Mon Closed
    Online
    WebsiteInstagram
    On the Way What's Around

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