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Newark's 3 favorite spots to find affordable Caribbean eats

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Published on May 28, 2019
Newark's 3 favorite spots to find affordable Caribbean eatsMi Gente Cafe. | Photo: Steve M./Yelp

Looking to satisfy your appetite for Caribbean fare?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Caribbean restaurants around Newark, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.

1. Mi Gente Cafe

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Topping the list is Mi Gente Cafe. Located at 7 Central Ave., the Latin American and Caribbean spot is the highest-rated low-priced Caribbean restaurant in Newark, boasting 4.5 stars out of 75 reviews on Yelp.

Try the chicken, beef or cheese empanadas, or opt for the picadillo entree served with your choice of side. 

2. Omar's Cafe

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Next up is Omar's Cafe, situated at 646 Mount Prospect Ave. With four stars out of 39 reviews on Yelp, the Cuban spot, which offers sandwiches and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option. Yelpers recommend the beef steak sandwich, with lettuce, tomato, onion and your choice of sauce. 

3. Melanie's Restaurant

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Melanie's Restaurant, located at 675 Mount Prospect Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the affordable caterer and Cuban spot four stars out of 21 reviews. The spot serves sandwiches, soups, specialty plates and more. It also has a bakery, offering breads, cookies and cakes. 


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