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Tropical Restaurant
- 543 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07107

Dominican restaurant ★4.0 (13)·$10–20

543 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07107, USA

4.0
Manny's breakfast today was good. I had the mangu (mashed plantains) fried cheese and eggs. The mangu with onions was soft and tasty. The cheese and eggs were perfectly fried and tasty as well. The service and ambiance were a great setting for a good Monday morning. The food in the display window also looked good. I will be back to try something as well.Have a blessed day 🙏🏽. - #42
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$10–20 per person Reported by 13 people$1–10$10–20$20–30

Tropical Restaurant Introduce

Introduction / Overview

For residents across New Jersey, finding truly authentic and satisfying international cuisine often means seeking out the local gems. Tropical Restaurant, nestled on Central Ave in Newark, is precisely one of those essential finds. As a dedicated Dominican restaurant, it serves as a vibrant culinary anchor for the community, bringing the rich, comforting, and diverse flavors of the Dominican Republic right here to our state. This is not just a place for a quick meal; it's a taste of home for many and an exciting discovery for those new to the cuisine.

Tropical Restaurant offers a full-spectrum dining experience, catering to breakfast, lunch, and dinner crowds with a casual, family-friendly atmosphere. The menu is a celebration of Caribbean comfort food, ranging from traditional Dominican breakfast staples like 'Mangú con 3 Golpes' (mashed plantains with three sides) to hearty lunch and dinner plates. The commitment to quality is evident, as one satisfied customer noted, describing their breakfast as "soft and tasty" and praising the "perfectly fried" accompanying cheese and eggs. Beyond the savory dishes, the restaurant is also known for its incredible fresh beverages, with one review enthusiastically calling the strawberry smoothie "literally perfect!😍" The wide array of offerings ensures that whether you're starting your day, refueling at midday, or enjoying a casual dinner, Tropical Restaurant has a delicious, authentic option ready for you.

Location and Accessibility

Tropical Restaurant is conveniently located in a dynamic part of Newark, making it easily accessible for local residents and those traveling into the city. You can find this taste of the tropics at 543 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07107, USA. Its position on Central Ave is advantageous, placing it on a major thoroughfare for both personal and public transportation.

For New Jersey customers planning a visit, accessibility is made easier with the availability of free street parking, a valuable amenity in an urban setting. Furthermore, the restaurant is set up to accommodate a variety of service needs. For those preferring to dine in, the atmosphere is casual, welcoming individuals and families alike. Crucially, in line with modern customer expectations, the establishment offers flexible service options to ensure everyone can enjoy their food regardless of their schedule or location.

Services Offered

Tropical Restaurant provides an extensive suite of services designed for ultimate customer convenience, covering every major dining need from quick bites to large events.

  • Full Service Dining: Offers comfortable dine-in options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual, family-friendly setting.
  • Comprehensive Takeout and Delivery: Provides traditional takeout, as well as modern options like curbside pickup and no-contact delivery for maximum safety and convenience.
  • All-Day Menu: Serves a broad menu covering all popular meal times, including specialized Dominican breakfast, lunch, and dinner plates.
  • Catering Services: Offers tailored catering packages (e.g., Combo #1, Combo #2, Family Meal) perfect for local gatherings, parties, or corporate events in the Newark area.
  • Diverse Offerings: The menu includes 'Comfort food,' 'Quick bites,' and 'Small plates,' with a strong focus on fresh, natural drinks like 'Jugos Naturales' and 'Batidos' (Smoothies).

Features / Highlights

Tropical Restaurant distinguishes itself within the Newark dining scene through a variety of unique offerings and customer-focused features.

  • Authentic Dominican Cuisine: The core focus on traditional dishes such as Mangú, Yuca con 3 Golpes, Mofongo, and daily lunch specials like BBQ Ribs (Thursdays) and Fried Fish (Fridays).
  • Fresh Beverages: A specialty in 'Jugos Naturales' (Natural Juices) in flavors like Tamarind, Chinola (Passion Fruit), and the beloved 'Morir Soñando' smoothie.
  • Wide Menu Variety: Offers a remarkable range of food, from simple sandwiches and empanadas to quesadillas, various salads, and hearty main courses, ensuring options for all ages and tastes.
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: The restaurant is categorized as family-friendly and good for kids, making it a stress-free option for families in the area.
  • Flexible Dining Schedule: Popular for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, accommodating solo diners and large groups throughout the day.
  • Free Street Parking: A highly convenient amenity for customers driving to the location.

Contact Information

Connecting with Tropical Restaurant is straightforward, whether you're looking to visit or place an order for pickup or delivery.

Address: 543 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07107, USA

Phone: (973) 230-2620

Mobile Phone: +1 973-230-2620

What is Worth Choosing

For New Jersey residents, choosing Tropical Restaurant is a choice for genuine, high-quality Dominican comfort food delivered with exceptional convenience. What truly makes it worth selecting over other options is the authenticity and breadth of the menu. Where else in the neighborhood can you reliably find perfectly prepared 'Mangú con 3 Golpes' for breakfast, a hearty 'Arroz, Habichuelas Y Bistec' for lunch, and a sweet, homemade 'Flancocho' for dessert? The menu’s deep roots in Dominican tradition ensure an experience that is both unique and deeply satisfying.

Furthermore, Tropical Restaurant perfectly adapts to the modern, busy lifestyle of the local community. The array of service options—from dine-in to no-contact delivery and curbside pickup—means you can enjoy their food exactly how and when you need it. The focus on fresh ingredients, particularly in their famous natural juices and smoothies, provides a refreshing and healthy counterpoint to the rich comfort food. Whether you are a solo diner seeking a quick, tasty meal, a family looking for a casual dinner spot, or a host planning an event with their convenient catering combos, Tropical Restaurant stands out as a reliable, high-value, and genuinely delicious local resource on Central Ave. Choosing Tropical Restaurant means choosing a welcoming place that consistently delivers great food and service.

Tropical Restaurant Vibe

  • Sándwiches / Sandwiches

  • Bagel Con Queso Crema / Bagel With Cream Cheese $3.75
  • Jamón De Pavo / Turkey Ham $10.50

    Turkey, mozzarella cheese, tomatos, mayo

  • Jamón Y Queso / Ham And Cheese $6.50
  • Sándwich De Queso A La Plancha / Grilled Cheese Sandwich $4.50
  • Carne Molida / Ground Beef $8.50
  • Atún / Tuna $8.50
  • Tocino, Huevo Y Queso / Bacon, Egg And Cheese $7.00
  • Pollo / Chicken $10.00
  • Empanadas

  • Queso / Cheese $2.50
  • Jamón Y Queso / Ham And Cheese $2.50
  • Carne Molida / Ground Beef $2.50
  • Pollo / Chicken $2.50
  • Postres / Desserts

  • Flancocho/Flan Cake $6.00
  • Flan $5.00
  • Ensaladas / Salads

  • Chicken Caesar Salad $15.00
  • Verde / Green $3.00

    Lettuce, tomatos, cucumber, onions

  • Mixta Rusa / Russian Mixed $4.00

    Potatoes,carrots, eggs, mayo

  • Codito / Macaroni Salad $4.50
  • Menú / Menu

  • Picadera $25.00

    Pollo frito, salami, queso, tostones, longaniza y carne frita. / Fried chicken, salami, cheese, fried green plantain, sausage and fried beef.

  • Sándwich Club Con Papas Fritas / Club Sandwich With Fries $12.50

    Turkey ham, ham, mozzarella cheese, cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomatos, mayo

  • Yaroa De Pollo / Chicken Yaroa $12.50

    Yellow plantain, cheddar cheese,. mozzarella cheese, Chicken , Mayo and Ketchup.

  • Bebidas Frías y Calientes / Hot and Cold Drinks

  • Café / Coffee $1.50
  • Té / Tea $1.50
  • Chocolate Caliente / Hot Chocolate $3.00
  • Avena Caliente / Hot Oat $4.00
  • Menú / Menu

  • Yaroa De Pollo / Chicken Yaroa $12.50

    Yellow plantain, cheddar cheese,. mozzarella cheese, chicken , mayo and ketchup.

  • Picadera $25.00

    Pollo frito, salami, queso, tostones, longaniza y carne frita. / Fried chicken, salami, cheese, fried green plantain, sausage and fried beef.

  • Sándwich Club Con Papas Fritas / Club Sandwich With Fries $12.50

    Turkey ham, ham, mozzarella cheese, cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomatos, mayo

  • Postres / Desserts

  • Flancocho $5.00
  • Flan $4.00
  • Desayuno / Breakfast

  • Mangú Con 3 Golpes $9.00

    Queso, huevo y salami. / Cheese, egg and salami.

  • Yuca Con 3 Golpes / Cassava With 3 Golpes $9.00

    Queso, huevo y salami. / cheese, egg and salami

  • Guineitos Verde Con Un Acompañante / Green Bananas With One Side $8.00
  • Mofongo $17.50
  • Desayuno / Breakfast

  • French Toast, Fried Eggs, Bacon $14.00

    Bacon, French toast, fried eggs

  • Grilled Cheese Sandwich $4.50
  • Mangú Con 3 Golpes / Mashed Plantains W 3 Golpes $12.00

    Queso, huevo y salami. / Cheese, egg and salami.

  • Yuca Con 3 Golpes / Cassava With 3 Golpes $12.00

    Queso, huevo y salami. / Cheese, egg and salami

  • Guineitos Verde Co Los 3 Golpes/ Green Bananas $12.00
  • Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon $14.00

    Scrambled eggs, bacon , pancakes with butter

  • Mangú Con Chuleta Frita ( Mashed Plantains With Fried Pork Chops) $12.00
  • Mofongo $17.50
  • Bagel W Cream Cheese $4.00
  • Wraps

  • Atún / Tuna $7.75
  • Pollo / Chicken $7.00
  • Jamón De Pavo / Turkey Ham $8.00

    Turkey, mozzarella cheese, tomatos, mayo

  • Pollo César / Chicken Caesar $7.50
  • Jugos Naturales / Natural Juices

  • Avena Y Limón / Oatmeal And Lemon $6.00
  • Limón / Lemon $6.00
  • Chinola $6.00
  • Tamarindo / Tamarind $6.00
  • Zanahoria / Carrot $6.00
  • Cereza/Cherry $6.00
  • Catering

  • Combo #1 $150.00

    Servicio para 8 a 10 personas. Incluye Arroz blanco o Amarillo, BBQ ribs o Pollo guisado, 10 empanadas, Platanos maduros y soda de 2 litros. Serve 8 to 10 people. Includes white o yellow rice, BBQ ribs or stew chicken, 10 empanadas, Sweet plantain and a 2 liters soda.

  • Combo #2 $215.00

    Sirve 8 a 10 personas. Incluye Arroz blanco o amarillo, Chivo guisado, Platanos maduros, 12 empanadas y soda 2 litros. Serve 8 to 10 people. Includes white or yellow rice, Stew goat, Sweet plantains, 12 empanadas and 2 Liters soda.

  • Family Meal $50.00

    10 pcs pollo frito/ 10 pcs Fried chicken, 2 acompañantes/ 2 sides: Papas fritas/ French fries, platanos maduros/ Sweet plantains, Mac&cheese or Pure de papas/ mashed potatoes.

  • Desayuno / Breakfast

  • Guineitos Verde Con Un Acompañante / Green Bananas With One Side $8.00
  • Mangú Con 3 Golpes $9.00

    Queso, huevo y salami. / Cheese, egg and salami.

  • Yuca Con 3 Golpes / Cassava With 3 Golpes $9.00

    Queso, huevo y salami. / cheese, egg and salami

  • Mofongo $17.50
  • Quesadillas

  • Carne Molida Y Queso / Ground Beef And Cheese $8.50
  • Queso / Cheese $6.00
  • Pollo, Tocino Y Ranch / Chicken, Bacon And Ranch $8.50
  • Pollo Y Queso / Chicken And Cheese $8.25
  • Batidos / Smoothies

  • Mango $7.50
  • Papaya $7.50
  • Maracuyá / Passion Fruit $7.50
  • Morirsoñando $7.50
  • Fresa Y Banana / Strawberry And Banana $7.50
  • Batidos / Smoothies

  • Papaya $6.00
  • Fresa Y Banana / Strawberry And Banana $6.00
  • Mango $6.00
  • Maracuyá / Passion Fruit $6.00
  • Jugos Naturales / Natural Juices

  • Limón / Lime $6.00
  • Cereza/ Cherry $6.00
  • Tamarindo / Tamarind $6.00
  • Zanahoria / Carrot $6.00
  • Chinola/ Passion Fruit $6.00
  • Avena Y Limón / Oatmeal And Lemon $6.00
  • Sólo Jueves / Thursdays Only

  • Costillas Al BBQ / BBQ Ribs $14.00
  • Lasaña / Lasagna $5.00
  • Desayuno / Breakfast

  • Guineitos Verde Con Un Acompañante / Green Bananas With One Side $8.00
  • Yuca Con 3 Golpes / Cassava With 3 Golpes $9.00

    Queso, huevo y salami. / cheese, egg and salami

  • Mofongo $17.50
  • Mangú Con 3 Golpes $9.00

    Queso, huevo y salami. / Cheese, egg and salami.

  • Almuerzo/Lunch

  • Fried Tilapia Fish With Tostones And Fries $16.50
  • Mofongo $16.00
  • Arroz, Habichuelas Y Bistec $13.00
  • Arroz Blanco, Habichuelas/ Rice And Beans $12.00
  • Moro De Habichuelas/ Rice With Beans $12.00
  • Moro De Guandules/ Rice With Pigeon Peas $12.00
  • Fried Chicken With Tostones $13.50
  • Bebidas Frías y Calientes / Hot and Cold Drinks

  • Chamomile/Manzanilla Tea $2.25
  • Sprite $1.50

    The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.

  • Café / Coffee $2.25
  • Agua Embotellada/ Water Bottle $1.25
  • Coca-Cola $1.50

    The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.

  • Chocolate Caliente / Hot Chocolate $3.50
  • Avena Caliente / Hot Oat $4.00
  • Mint Tea $2.25
  • Malta India $1.50
  • Jugos Naturales / Natural Juices

  • Zanahoria / Carrot $4.00
  • Avena Y Limón / Oatmeal And Lemon $4.00
  • Tamarindo / Tamarind $4.00
  • Chinola $4.00
  • Limón / Lemon $4.00
  • Ensaladas / Salads

  • Verde / Green $3.00

    Lettuce, tomatos, cucumber, onions

  • Chicken Caesar Salad $15.00
  • Codito / Macaroni Salad $4.50
  • Mixta Rusa / Russian Mixed $4.00

    Potatoes,carrots, eggs, Mayo

  • Wraps

  • Atún / Tuna $7.75
  • Pollo / Chicken $7.00
  • Pollo César / Chicken Caesar $7.50
  • Jamón De Pavo / Turkey Ham $8.00

    Turkey, mozzarella cheese, tomatos, mayo

  • Sólo Viernes / Fridays Only

  • Pastelón $5.00
  • Pescado Frito Con Tostones / Fried Fish With Fried Green Plantains $15.00
  • Sándwiches / Sandwiches

  • Jamón De Pavo / Turkey Ham $10.50

    Turkey, mozzarella cheese, tomatos, mayo

  • Carne Molida / Ground Beef $8.50
  • Pollo / Chicken $10.00
  • Sándwich De Queso A La Plancha / Grilled Cheese Sandwich $4.50
  • Atún / Tuna $8.50
  • Jamón Y Queso / Ham And Cheese $6.50
  • Tocino, Huevo Y Queso / Bacon, Egg And Cheese $7.00
  • Bagel Con Queso Crema / Bagel With Cream Cheese $4.00
  • Cena / Dinner

  • Pica Pollo / Chicken Pica $13.00

    Tostones con pollo frito. / Fried green plantains and fried chicken.

  • Salchipapas $9.00
  • Hamburguesa / Hamburger $11.50

    Con papas fritas. / With fries.

  • Mofongo $17.50
  • Batidos / Smoothies

  • Morir Soñando $7.50
  • Mango $7.50
  • Fresa Y Banana / Strawberry And Banana $7.50
  • Maracuyá / Passion Fruit $7.50
  • Papaya $7.50
  • Cena/ Dinner

  • Riki Taki W Fries $11.50

    Riki taki Ground beef, cole, tomato, onion, boiled egg, cheese. Ketchup, Mayo

  • Hamburger With Fries $11.50

    With french fries

  • Pica Pollo/ Dominican Style Fried Chicken $13.00

    con tostones o papas fritas/ with tostones or french fries

  • Yaroa De Plátano Maduro (Yellow Plantain Yaroa) $12.50

    Yellow plantains, Chicken, cheese, ketchup, Mayo

  • Mofongo $16.00
  • Salchipapas $9.00
  • Yaroa De Papas Con Pollo(Chicken Yaroa) $13.00
  • Chimi W Fries $12.00

    Burger meat, cole, onions, tomatoes ,Mayo ketchup

  • Sólo Martes / Tuesday Only

  • Espagueti / Spaghetti $5.00
  • Bacalao / Cod $4.50

Tropical Restaurant Details

  • Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • Parking

  • Free street parking

Tropical Restaurant Photos

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Tropical Restaurant Location

Tropical Restaurant

543 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07107, USA

Tropical Restaurant Reviews

An average rating of ★4.7 from 34 user reviews.

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