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Don Pepe Restaurant & Caterers

844 Mccarter Hwy, Newark, NJ 07102-5209
973-623-4662
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Ranked #7 of 102 restaurants in Newark
3.5 of 5 stars 45 Reviews
Cuisines: Portuguese, Spanish
Dining options: Reservations
Neighbourhood: Newark Central Business District
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Dining options: Reservations
Neighbourhood: Newark Central Business District
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Wyoming
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

My family has been going to this restaurant for many years. This is place we visit for celebrations like graduations. The service is amazing, making you feel like you are in a very special place. The food is plentiful and very delicious. It is family friendly but also nice. You don't have to worry about your kids in this restaurant.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

This restaurant has been good when it was located off Ferry St. & is still good now. They have free parking available but the lot is small. The service & Food is good, prices not bad. Gets crowded on the weekends especially if there is a performance at NJ Pac or Prudential Ctr. so plan ahead. More

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Ramsey N.J
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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We went to Don Pepe's before the Bruce Springsteen concert. Come early before an event. We got there at 5 pm and the place filled up so much in a 1/2 hour that there was a line and they were seating people down stairs. They have a free parking lot but it is very small and tight. I wish we... More

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East Brunswick, NJ
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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Don Pepe is one of our "go to" restaurants...and we've been going there for many years. The portions are BIG.....and the service is top notch. I'm a "steak person" so I usually opt for the steak special...typically a t-bone or porterhouse cut. It always is cooked to perfection....is about 2" inches thick...and is tender beyond belief. You MUST order the... More

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NEWARK, NJ
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012
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person found this review helpful

They are really good but Im sorry not as good as Chateau Of Spain. The service was excellent. I really liked it and may go back again one day. More

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NJ, USA
Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

Better than I had recently in Spain and Portugal. Been 20 times. Will go 20 more. More

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Staten Island, New York
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012
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person found this review helpful

We had an early dinner before a concert at Prudential Center. Food was excellent, sangria was tasty, and prices were reasonable for the amount of food you receive. Definitely a great choice for a meal in Newark. More

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Virginia Beach, Virginia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012
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Food was fresh and well prepared.,Service outstanding and quick.Atmosphere cozy.Lovely place More

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New Jersey
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

We've dined at Don Pepe (Steak House ) and Restaurant many times over the years. Have never been disappointed. Service is very pleasant; food is done to perfection. Broiled salmon with 'pastilera' (?) sauce is a favorite. More

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Bridgewater NJ USA
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103 reviews 103 reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012

It has been in Newark for years and is always good. Parking available on site. Close to the New Jersey PAC so it's easy to make it an evening on the town with dinner and a show. Shrimp dishes are always outstanding. Good service and good food. More

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