Leo's Café & El Guame Restaurant

Went here for breakfast and we are coming from 35 minutes away just to try their Puerto Rican breakfast and this place did not disappoint what so ever. The food came out fast and hot. We had (which l'II picture) two coffees, oatmeal (avena), ham and cheese sandwich (with the works) and a breakfast platter. This reminded me sooooo much of breakfast from the island. We enjoyed all of it and we will definitely come back out to try lunch & dinner food as well. But we wanted auth pr breakfast and that's exactly what we go. Not many around like this.
I wish they would update the restaurant a little bit, it's a bit outdated and it has so much more potential for a nicer ambiance.

I love the tru island experience in this place. Reminds you of good old Puerto Rico. Good food and a very humble atmosphere. It's one of the remaining spots here in Newark that makes you want to come in again and eat here.

Reading these reviews brought tears to my eyes. My family were the original owners and knowing that our good friend Leo is continuing to keep our N.Newark family happy and full is a wonderful feeling. My grandma’s Sancocho will forever live on thanks to you all! Many blessings to the great El Guame and let’s continue to support our locals!

Always a winner. Eating here for over 8 years and never had a complaint. Price is great. Service is excellent. Place is friendly. Recomend to one and all

The pork is delicious! Never dry... The rice and beans very good as well. Not overcooked or undercooked. The only Spanish food restaurant I go to whenever I'm in North Newark. I highly recommend going here. The service is excellent as always. I like the staff

Great steak and cheese and Puerto Rican flavored food.

Really love this place. Hidden gem in north Newark. I come here on saturdays religiously for their "sancocho", it's a thick plantain based soul with pig feet and cassava and other yummy things . It is only prepared on weekends and you have to come early because it's usually sold out by 10-11am. Leo the owner is such a pleasant host, although the place is very small, he always makes you feel like family. They also have very affordable hungry man breakfasts and they make a mean mofongo, it's a thick fried plantain ball stuffed with your meat of choice, my go to is chicharron (pork belly). I always order a cola champagne to wash down my delicious food.

My favorite spot for Spanish food. The best sancocho on weekends. Leo, the owner is a very cool person. Mauricio, the server always hooks you up.

Came For A Breakfast And It Being My Very First Time Here I Feel Like Im Back In NYC... I'm Usually Used To NY Deli Type But This Place Here Is Amazing!!!! Very Polite Crew Amazing Food Great Service! Highly Recommended!

The best food, great service.... and the staff are so friendly , they make you feel like you are family ...... I absolutely love it !!! never fails to impress!

Small local place and they know how to cook. The food was delicious and the people working behind the counter were very nice.

Food is awesome affordable and customer service is always on point.

I've love this place since Nilda and Gladys have been there in the 80s and i still love it my fav. Dish is the sancocho with a side of white rice

I love this place. Goodfood. Great service and excellent wait time. Best spot around north newark. Keep it up guame

Excellent food and service. Highly recommend

I LOVE THE STAFF AND THE FOOD IS AMAZING NORTH NEWARK'S FAVORITE SPOT!!!

Best breakfast in North Newark mucha gracia a Leo i su familia

Great food. Great and fast service. This place is a taste of Puerto Rico.

Always get there breakfast platters the guys are very fast and food is great.

Great food, beef stew with rice & beans is my favorite dish their..