Stephanie's Barbecue, nestled at 733 Edgar Rd in Elizabeth, NJ, has quickly become a local favorite, earning rave reviews for its authentic Portuguese-style barbecue. Customers consistently praise the fresh, well-done dishes, highlighting the crispy yet tender chicken and beautifully spiced ribs that truly make this spot shine. Ed Cetron notes the "best Portuguese style BBQ ever," emphasizing how everything—from the perfectly fried French fries to the flavorful sausage—hits all the right notes.
Service at Stephanie's is equally commendable, with Faith Testo declaring it the best she’s experienced in New Jersey. This warm ambiance, complemented by the enticing aroma of food being prepared right behind the counter, creates an inviting atmosphere for diners. The Stephanie's Combo, recommended by Meghan Dones, showcases a delightful assortment of meats, proving to be both delicious and worth the price. For those in search of a culinary adventure that truly captures the essence of Portuguese flair, look no further than Stephanie's Barbecue. It’s a gem that locals treasure, and one bite will leave you understanding why.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Usually has a wait
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
On-site parking
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Reviews For Stephanie's Barbecue
Faith Testo
Jun 18,2025
Best service experience so far in NJ from the past 5 other restaurants we've experienced so far!! Thank you!
ed cetron
Jun 18,2025
Loved this place. Simple local place. And it was the best Portaguese style BBQ ever. Rivals anything in the Ironbound. Everything was fresh cooked and extremely well done. Even the French Fries were the best. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Sausage was wonderful with enough spice but not over done. Ribs were well cooked and delicately spiced. But the chicken. .. Wow.. Juicy yet crispy. Amazing. This is the place to go. And based on the food traffic, the locals know it well. And the garlic sauce was beautifully garlic and had a nice flavor to complement all the food without over powering it
Meghan Dones
Jun 10,2025
Felt like steak, so we found this little place. The food is cooked right behind the counter and it smells delicious. We decided on Stephanie's Combo for 4. We chose pork and beef ribs, chicken, and beef steak. It was all delicious. We also ordered a pickled salad, which was just the contents from a jar of pepperoncini salad, but it'll still get eaten. Totally worth every penny.
Tyrone Miller
May 20,2025
Portuguese barbecue. I was near here for something else and a local recommended this place. Empenadas are very good. The sweet sausage appetizer very good too.
Kenneth Benton
Mar 30,2025
Great food...every time we come up from North Carolina we stop by
Ronny Valverde
Mar 22,2025
Union County's best charcoal steak place, great service, quality, and great prices.
Ashley paz
Mar 16,2025
Young girl in the front Very respectful and I see her helping out all over the store. Food was great and her service was amazing. She was very kind and welcoming! Would definitely go again.
Oskar Jurgens
Mar 14,2025
Food is amazing, can definitely taste how fresh the chicken is. No complaints. 1/2 chicken with vegetables ...
Reviews For Stephanie's Barbecue