Coimbra Restaurant

What is there not to love but the closest taste of fine Portuguese dining while not having to catch a flight to Coimbra, Portugal.
My favorite was their pork cube clams, well marinated that the pork cubes and clams taste like they were one.
The octopus salad was also well seasoned, maybe a little too heavy with the onions but the octopus wasn't chewy or overcooked, it was seasoned and settled well with all the flavors when served.
I did not like the soup, I can get fresher soup from Seabra's on 83 Wilson Ave.
The not-so-pleasant-going-towards-the-fermented soup I couldn't palate the soup after the second try.
Other than that everything else was well made, locally bought and I did love their mixed salads, the salads tasted fresh which is difficult during a time of climate justice.
Maybe the waiter should of asked was there something wrong with the soup.
I would have shared my opinion.
The pastel de nata sweet and not too heavy but just heavenly crisp and a thick pudding like cream of heaven.
There's a parking lot available on Fillmore, the atmosphere was laid-back, patrons sitting down either at the bar or on the serving tables.
There's a larger dining area on the left side of the restaurant and a private room downstairs for a more private party.
Waiters were attentive and courteous, they wanted to know how they can be of service as they checked in on the customers.
There bartenders can be a little snarky but I understand it's challenging to be behind the counter.
Next time Coimbra, overall well done.

Great authentic portuguese food.
Amazing squid (grilled) and calamari, the food is always spectacular.
Especially the cod fish items.
Always pleasing to chat it up with the locals and the hostess.
Parking can be a hassle if the lot is packed but never have a problem finding one nearby.

Our first visit here.
Truly a gem in the "beautiful" ironbound section of Newark.
We had goat and cod dishes.
Clams and sausage appetizers were great, in fact it was the best sausage I've ever had.
The food was beyond excellent.
The bar and restaurant are in the same room so you can eat and watch soccer or Portuguese CNN from anywhere.
There also appears to be an event dining room in a separate section.