The 5 best Caribbean spots in Newark

Photo: BQN Borinquen Grill/Yelp

Looking to satisfy your appetite for Caribbean fare?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Caribbean spots 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

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

2. BQN Borinquen Grill

Next up is BQN Borinquen Grill, situated at 267 Orange St. With 4.5 stars out of 34 reviews on Yelp, the Puerto Rican eatery, which offers salads and sandwiches, has proven to be a local favorite.

3. The Weekend Spot Restaurant

**Photo: the weekend spot restaurant/Yelp**

The Weekend Spot Restaurant, located at 683 Springfield Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the soul food, Southern and Puerto Rican spot 4.5 stars out of 21 reviews.

4. Taino's Kitchen

Check out Taino's Kitchen, which has earned four stars out of 35 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Puerto Rican spot at 849 Mount Prospect Ave.

5. Melanie's Restaurant

Last but not least, there's Melanie's Restaurant, a local favorite with four stars out of 21 reviews. Stop by 675 Mount Prospect Ave. to hit up the Cuban spot next time the urge strikes.

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