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Sol-Mar, Newark, NJ

Sol-Mar

4.7
4.7
171 Reviews
$30 and under
Portuguese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 11 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    263 Ferry St, Newark, NJ 07105
  • Phone number
    (973) 344-3041
  • 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 Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa

Menu

Sopa / Soup

  • Sopa do DiaUS$3.00

    Soup of the day

    • Caldo VerdeUS$5.00

      Kale Soup

      • AmêijoasUS$8.00

        Kale With Clam Chowder

        • Sopa de MariscosUS$8.00

          Seafood Soup

          • Creme de LagostaUS$10.00

            Lobster Bisque

            Salada / Salad

            • Salada MistaUS$7.00

              Mixed Salad

              • Salada de Camarão GrelhadoUS$20.00

                Grilled Shrimp Salad

                • Salada de PolvoUS$25.00

                  Octopus Salad

                  • Salada CaesarUS$10.00

                    Caesar Salad

                    Aperitivos / Appetizers

                    • Aperitivos à Vila NovaUS$40.00

                      Vila Nova Appetizers

                      • Presunto c/ MelãoUS$12.00

                        Smoked Ham w/ Melon

                        • Chouriço AssadoUS$15.00

                          Roasted Portuguese Sausage

                          • Camarão à GuilhoUS$15.00

                            Shrimp Garlic Sauce

                            • Lulas FritasUS$13.00

                              Fried Calamari

                              • Amêijoas à Bulhão PatoUS$15.00

                                Clams in Garlic & Cilantro

                                • Amêijoas No FornoUS$15.00

                                  Clams Casino

                                  • Rissóis de CamarãoUS$15.00

                                    Shrimp Cakes

                                    • Pasteis de BacalhauUS$12.00

                                      Cod Fish Cakes

                                      • MexilhõesUS$12.00

                                        Mussels

                                        Tapas

                                        • Queijo Fresco PortuguêsUS$4.00

                                          Fresh Portuguese Cheese

                                          • Pão c/ ChouriçoUS$5.00

                                            Portuguese Sausage Bread

                                            Acompanhamentos / Sides

                                            • VegetablesUS$5.00

                                              Vegetables

                                              • ArrozUS$5.00

                                                Rice

                                                • FeijãoUS$5.00

                                                  Beans

                                                  • BatatasUS$5.00

                                                    Potatoes

                                                    • Puré de BatataUS$5.00

                                                      Mashed Potato

                                                      Peixes / Fish

                                                      • Bacalhau AssadoUS$33.00

                                                        Broiled Cod Fish

                                                        • Bacalhau à BrásUS$28.00

                                                          Shredded Cod Fish w/ Potatoes & Eggs

                                                          • Bacalhau à Moda da CasaUS$35.00

                                                            Cod Fish Vila Nova Style

                                                            • Salmão RecheadoUS$30.00

                                                              Stuffed Salmon w/ Crab Meat

                                                              • Salmão GrelhadoUS$28.00

                                                                Grilled Salmon

                                                                • Filetes à PortuguesaUS$33.00

                                                                  Fish Fillets Portuguese Style

                                                                  • Filetes RecheadosUS$33.00

                                                                    Stuffed Fish Fillets w/ Crab Meat

                                                                    • Robalinho Português GrelhadoUS$29.00

                                                                      Grilled Portuguese Sea Bass

                                                                      • Pargo Grelhado à Sol MarUS$37.00

                                                                        Grilled Red Snapper Sol Mar Style

                                                                        • Robalo Chileno Grelhado

                                                                          Grilled Chilean Sea Bass

                                                                          • Market Price

                                                                        • Polvo Grelhado na Telha

                                                                          Grilled Octopus in a Roof Tile

                                                                          • Market Price

                                                                        Mariscos / Seafood

                                                                        • Paella Marinheira p/ DoisUS$49.00

                                                                          Seafood Paella for Two

                                                                          • Mariscada p/ DoisUS$49.00

                                                                            Seafood Mix for Two

                                                                            • Parrillada de Mariscos p/ Dois

                                                                              Grilled Seafood Combination for Two

                                                                              • Preço de Mercado / Market Price

                                                                            • Gambas GrellhadasUS$47.00

                                                                              Grilled Jumbo Shrimp

                                                                              • Arroz de CamarãoUS$29.00

                                                                                Shrimp Rice

                                                                                • Camarāo PanadoUS$37.00

                                                                                  Breaded Fried Shrimp

                                                                                  • Camarão ao AlhoUS$29.00

                                                                                    Shrimp in Garlic

                                                                                    • Lagosta Grelhada

                                                                                      Grilled Lobster

                                                                                      • Preço de Mercado / Market Price

                                                                                    • Lagosta Recheada

                                                                                      Stuffed Lobster

                                                                                      • Preço de Mercado / Market Price

                                                                                    • Mar & Terra

                                                                                      Surf & Turf

                                                                                      • Preço de Mercado / Market Price

                                                                                    • Rabo de Lagosta de 16oz

                                                                                      16oz Lobster Tail

                                                                                      • Market Price

                                                                                    • Dois Rabos de Lagosta

                                                                                      Twin Lobster Tail

                                                                                      • Market Price

                                                                                    Carne / Meat

                                                                                    • Filet Mignon Grelhado

                                                                                      Grilled Filet Mignon

                                                                                      • Preço de Mercado / Market Price

                                                                                    • Costeleta de Novilho

                                                                                      Grilled Porterhouse Steak

                                                                                      • Market Price

                                                                                    • Bife T-BoneUS$36.00

                                                                                      T-Bone Steak

                                                                                      • Costeletas de Borrego

                                                                                        Rack of Lamb

                                                                                        • Preço de Mercado / Market Price

                                                                                      • Entranha Grelhada

                                                                                        Grilled Skirt Steak

                                                                                        • Preço de Mercado / Market Price

                                                                                      • Bife à PortuguesaUS$30.00

                                                                                        Steak Portuguese Style

                                                                                        • Vitela em Molho de Vinho do PortoUS$33.00

                                                                                          Veal in Port Wine

                                                                                          • Costeleta de Vitela GrelhadasUS$37.00

                                                                                            Grilled Veal Chop

                                                                                            • Carne de Porco à AlentejanaUS$28.00

                                                                                              Pork Cubes w/ Clams & Potatoes

                                                                                              • Febras GrelhadasUS$23.00

                                                                                                Grilled Pork Cutlets

                                                                                                • Costeleta de Porco em Molho de AlhoUS$29.00

                                                                                                  Pork Chop in Garlic Sauce

                                                                                                  • Peito de Frango ao Alho / Marsala / LimãoUS$24.00

                                                                                                    Chicken Breast in Garlic / Marsala / Lemon

                                                                                                    Last updated: 21 March 2023

                                                                                                    What 171 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

                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                    Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                                                    • 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."

                                                                                                    171 Reviews

                                                                                                    1. Ellen

                                                                                                      New Jersey1 review

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Delicious,fresh fish. Friendly atmosphere with efficient service.

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                                                                                                    2. Steve

                                                                                                      Salt Lake City4 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Sol Mar is a fantastic restaurant! The food was delicious, and the portions were huge. You'll definitely have leftovers for lunch the next day. A lot of the entrees could be shared between two people. The servers were friendly and service was great. I'd definitely eat there again next time I'm in Newark.

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                                                                                                    3. Valerie & Miguel

                                                                                                      Caribbean7 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      We’ve been coming here for years and bring our friends also. We were a party of 6. The waitstaff was very accommodating. Very helpful and spoke English as some of our party were English speaking only. I’m the only vegetarian at the table. I had beans, rice and vegetables. Very tasty. There’s also a vegetable paella. We thoroughly enjoyed it as always. Highly recommend it. The owner visited the table which is a nice touch.

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                                                                                                    4. Carlos

                                                                                                      New York City5 reviews

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      Dined 6 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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                                                                                                    5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                      Caribbean1 review

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      Didn’t have enough servers our apps were never brought over No one checked on us!!

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                                                                                                    6. 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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                                                                                                    7. 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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                                                                                                    8. Ricky

                                                                                                      New York City2 reviews

                                                                                                      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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                                                                                                    9. 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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                                                                                                    10. 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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                                                                                                    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 171 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
                                                                                                    19:00
                                                                                                    Booked 11 times today
                                                                                                    Google Map for Sol-Mar

                                                                                                    263 Ferry St, Newark, NJ 07105

                                                                                                    Dining areas

                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                                      (973) 344-3041
                                                                                                    • 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 Lot
                                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                                      AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
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