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Otilia's Cafe

Restaurant Cafe Meal takeaway Seafood restaurant Chicken restaurant Asador Portuguese restaurant

One of the Best Places To Visits in Spotswood


Address

529 Main St, Spotswood, NJ 08884

Website

www.otiliascafe.com

Contact

(732) 630-2233

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (287 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Sunday: 11 AM to 7 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Ruby P. 6 months ago on Google • 34 reviews
    Spectacular restaurant with amazing food. I recommend to all. The shrimp in whiskey white sauce was especially amazing.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paulo R. 7 months ago on Google • 347 reviews
    This place has authentic Portuguese food. A nice little cozy place where you can sit. The service was amazing. They even had my favorite Portuguese Lipton Peach Iced Tea. 👍 I just wish I lived closer so I could go more often.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Beatriz F. 8 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    Very kind staff!! The food was amazing and served beautifully , definitely recommend :)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nancy W. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was delivered on time, fresh and delicious. One of the best Portuguese restaurant in the area. I can’t wait to go and see the place in person. I went there last week, people were so nice and helpful, the food was fresh and delicious as expected.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael M. 1 year ago on Google • 223 reviews
    Fatima is a wonderful server, and the Portuguese food is spot on. The chickpea salad is flavorful and unique. The collard greens soup fills you up on a cold day. The bacalau fritters were perfect with their spicy/sweet sauce. It's authentic Portuguese and worth it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kyle L. 2 months ago on Google • 26 reviews New
    The absolute best meal in Middlesex County, and owned by the nicest people. The shrimp in whiskey cream sauce is what foodie dreams are made of.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Patrick T. 2 months ago on Google • 22 reviews New
    Food is delicious and fast. I have yet to dine in here but every time I go in the tables are full. employees are very polite and patient when ordering on the phone for pickup.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mosheh W. 6 months ago on Google • 21 reviews
    Amazing food. Everything is freshly prepared after you order and made perfectly. We had their roasted cod, which was amazing, fried sardines which were spectacular, and their shrimp in garlic sauce is out of this world. And the service makes you feel right at home. If you're in the area, I recommend that you stop for lunch or supper. You won't be disappointed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 R B. 4 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    Guys this is a great restaurant. The food is delicately prepared. The flavors and presentation are top notch. That being said the beautiful family the own this restaurant are the warmest and appreciative people. You’ll keep coming back and bring friends and probably tell everyone as well. It’s a must!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Natalie O. 5 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    Fabulous family owned restaurant. Food was AMAZING!! Everyone ordered a different dish and they were all delicious. The mussel appetizer in garlic sauce was “lick your fingers” good. Chicken and ribs were excellent. The Shrimp in whiskey cream sauce was outstanding as was the Arroz de Marisco. The salmon had a wonderful sauce and unique smashed potatoes- so good. Don’t forget the fries —YUM! It’s a small restaurant so make reservations. All food is prepared fresh. Fatima was a fabulously funny and very attentive. Best meal we have had in a while.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Geneen G. 4 years ago on Google
    If there ever was a time to rate BEYOND 5 stars is now. Been coming here for a while. Great cozy place with excellent owners and comfort food that makes you smile and silent thru your meal because it’s THAT great. Thank you for such deliciousness! Really unbelievable WoW.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tanya B. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is so good! The food was delicious! I had the braised goat and a dessert called sawdust. The owners are the staff, and they are super nice people. Definitely worth every penny and definitely will be going back! And seriously, if you want a dessert that is just the right amount of sweet, try the sawdust.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ruth C. 10 months ago on Google
    Absolutely fabulous.  OMG the food is good here.  Get the empanadas for lunch with with home made chips.  Out of this world.  But the dinners.  Never had anything but perfection.  Top it off with the homemade lemonade and mango cheesecake.  Heaven.  It's pricey which is probably good or we would be there very day!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kim J. 2 years ago on Google
    Every single thing I ordered was delicious and tasted fresh. I regret not ordering more empanadas. So delicious. The serradura is worth every calorie, too. And this was to-go, I can’t imagine how good their food tastes dining in.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Reed P. 11 months ago on Google
    There's only one word for Otilia's Cafe... AMAZING! We moved to the area about a year ago and were dying to try Otilia's. We went there last week and because it was late opted for pickup. We were not disappointed and can't wait to actually eat there. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The food was the best I've had from a restaurant in years. For Portuguese food, garlic shrimp is my go-to and all I can say is WOW! The food was delicious! The portions were great! I have already recommended Otilia's to friends. We will be going back regularly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 J R. 2 years ago on Google
    Just had take out from here and it’s my first time eating here. Let me just say AWESOME! Had the 1/2 flame grilled chicken pretty much the best chicken I have ever had extremely fresh and tasty. The fries are homemade , they can soggy but that’s because they were deliberated so the steam had that effect no hegemony here still great. Even the toll was fresh and awesome. Will definitely be ordering here again . Great food. Even called them about food allergy concerns and they were extremely helpful and awesome to talk to. I don’t throw around 5 stars often but if I can give 10 I would. And the price well worth it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 David C. 4 months ago on Google • 103 reviews
    Good food BYOB

  • 5/5 Stanislav B. 1 month ago on Google • 65 reviews New
    I dont know what it took me so long to try this family restaurant. The food is so delicious, and the portions are huge. The personal is extremely nice. Highly recommend this place.

  • 5/5 Adam Z. 4 months ago on Google • 39 reviews
    Holly molly Amazing family owned restaurant, enjoyed everything from area, dining room, owners welcome and the food, wow the food Will be back

  • 5/5 Bruce B. 1 month ago on Google • 24 reviews New
    João is the chef and owner and a wonderful person to chat with. The piri piri chicken was absolutely the best!!! Highly recommend this restaurant for its truly authentic Portuguese food.

  • 5/5 Ricky L. 11 months ago on Google
    Tasty authentic Portugal dishes. Whisky sauce shrimp is the best. Friendly service makes you feel at home. Definitely a value for money eatery.

  • 1/5 Poppy T. 6 months ago on Google
    very rude staff. went in around 4 PM, no one was in there. Man told me there was a group of 8 coming in, and did not explain anything further. My sister and I looked around, there was definitely more room, and he said we would have to wait an hour. Mind you, he was not kind about it and didn’t even explain why he couldn’t seat us. Very weird a restaurant cannot handle more than 8 people at a time. Could’ve been kinder than just turn us away. Never coming here again, such a shame.

  • 5/5 Natalya C. 9 months ago on Google
    The food is absolutely amazing. The service is very friendly and outstanding. Highly recommend that place!

  • 5/5 Keith B. 11 months ago on Google
    The spicy chicken bowl was delicious!

  • 5/5 Eugene F. 1 year ago on Google
    Ordered take out, we tried a little bit of everything on the menu, it was delicious!!! Highly recommended to give it a try. Won't be disappointed

  • 5/5 Kazi H. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is AMAZING! I've catered from them twice now for parties and my guests couldn't stop eating. Highly recommend this restaurant.

  • 5/5 Henry S. 1 year ago on Google
    Couldn’t be friendlier and more delicious. I’ve had Portuguese grilled chicken in Portugal and Africa and other places but theirs is the best hands down. Strongly recommend the spicy peri peri sauce if you can handle heat. Ribs also great. Their plantains are sooo flavorful. And affordable prices for people trying to get by during these times of inflation. Much appreciate y’all!

  • 5/5 Marilyn V. 1 year ago on Google
    First time ordering and food was delicious! The pernil was amazing and extremely tasty! Glad I waited for it to appear on the menu again, I was told it would be back on the next day and it was......so yum! The empanadas are pricey but worth it since they are packed end to end. The potato salad looked bland but was super tasty - a great addition to any meal. Can't wait to taste more from this awesome establishment! 😋

  • 5/5 Hector T. 1 year ago on Google
    This was my first time visiting Otilia’s Cafe with my son. From the moment we entered the Cafe we were greeted by such friendly and caring people. My son and I ordered two entrees and shared them and I must honestly say that we could not stop eating. Every time we would say ok that’s enough, we are stuffed, we would pick up our forks again and continue picking at the food. The food was so deliciously seasoned to perfection. The atmosphere was great, with the owner constantly checking to see if everything was ok and if we needed anything. I simply love this place and will be coming back over and over again! Kudos to Fatima and John for such great food!

  • 5/5 Christine A. 1 year ago on Google
    Yum yum yum in my tummy! Best Portuguese spot for quick take out or catering. There’s a also a small seating area. I picked up food for my dads bday last night and didn’t $175 which served 12 guests and there was leftovers! Servings sizes are generous. I typically get the family meals. And you must get their homemade chips!!

  • 5/5 John's H. 1 year ago on Google
    We ate here last night for the first time and WOW! The best meal my wife and I have had in a long time. We love to support family owned and operated places and Otilia’s Cafe is by far the best place we have been to. The whiskey shrimp is life changing! The owner John and his family are the nicest people and they have great personalities. They make you feel like family and the food is amazing! Stop wasting your time and money at commercial popular restaurants and go to Otilia’s Cafe right now! You will not be disappointed and you will leave full and happy!

  • 5/5 Alessio M. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Truly homemade style food Always perfect John and Fatima are the best hosts Great food and affordable price
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup

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