restaurant · Newark, NJ

El Merengue

restaurant in Newark, NJ

restaurant near Newark, NJ

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185 Broadway
Newark, NJ

Cuisine: dominican

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Looking for a restaurant in Newark? El Merengue is listed here. Established in 1865, Murphy Varnish Works was once the largest varnish-producing company in Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, United States. It sits 2.2 miles north of central Newark, at 40.7566° N, 74.1698° W. It sits near Church of the Lord Jesus (1.8 mi), Quitman Community School (1.9 mi) and Saint James School (2 mi). The median home value in Essex County is around $494,400. The menu centers on dominican cooking. It's located at 185 Broadway. Roughly 45% of homes here are owner-occupied. Other restaurants nearby include Brother's Kitchen & Meal Prep (0.1 mi) and Gencarelli's Pizza Factory (0.1 mi).

At 185 Broadway in Newark, NJ you'll find El Merengue, a restaurant. It's known for dominican.

You'll find it 2.5 mi from Grupo Espírita Amor & Luz (place of worship). It's 2.4 mi from Iglesia De Dios (place of worship). El Merengue is 2.0 mi from Saint James School (school).

Our map counts 253 restaurants across Newark. 64 of them sit within about a mile, close enough to compare in one trip. Reservation policy varies a lot at this size of restaurant — some hold tables only for larger parties, others are strictly walk-in. Close alternatives include Brother's Kitchen & Meal Prep (0.1 mi), Gencarelli's Pizza Factory (0.1 mi), and New York City Pizzeria (0.2 mi).

Around 38% of adults in Essex County hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in Essex County is about $494,400. The median household income across Essex County runs about $76,712. The local food scene leans toward Spanish, Pizza, Mexican. There are about 317,473 households in Essex County. Summers in Newark average near 83°F and winters settle around 27°F. The area sees roughly 50 inches of rain a year. Contact El Merengue to confirm current details. El Merengue appears here from public listings. Claim the page to keep hours, services, and booking details current.

Nearby landmarks: 2.5 mi from Grupo Espírita Amor & Luz (place of worship) · 2.4 mi from Iglesia De Dios (place of worship) · 2.0 mi from Saint James School (school)

Frequently asked questions

Where is El Merengue located?
El Merengue is at 185 Broadway, Newark, NJ.
What are El Merengue's hours?
Hours aren't listed publicly. Contact El Merengue to confirm before you go.
What other restaurants are near El Merengue?
Nearby restaurants include Brother's Kitchen & Meal Prep (0.1 mi), Gencarelli's Pizza Factory (0.1 mi), and New York City Pizzeria (0.2 mi).
How do I contact El Merengue?
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What should I look for in a restaurant in Newark?
Peak hours tell you the most about a restaurant — a quick call about wait times on a Friday night answers more than any listing can. Checking hours and confirming details directly with the business is always worth the two minutes.

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