Welcome to La Fogata Restaurant
La Fogata Restaurant, a Colombian gem in Elizabeth, NJ, offers a diverse menu with authentic flavors and generous portions. From the savory empanadas to the flavorful Bandeja Paisa, each dish showcases traditional Colombian cuisine. Despite some language barriers, the friendly staff strive to make every visit memorable. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere, street parking, and free Wi-Fi make it a great spot for groups and families. Don't miss the mango milkshake or Bistec Criolla for a true taste of Colombia. La Fogata Restaurant is a must-visit for those seeking a delicious and genuine Colombian dining experience.
- 336 Morris Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07208, United States336 Morris Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07208, United States Hotline: +1 908-355-7747
Welcome to La Fogata Restaurant, a hidden gem in the heart of Elizabeth, NJ. This Colombian eatery offers a plethora of options for all types of diners, from traditional empanadas to flavorful bandeja paisa.
With a menu that caters to vegetarians and meat lovers alike, La Fogata is a versatile spot for any occasion. The restaurant prides itself on using fresh and authentic ingredients, ensuring each dish is bursting with flavor.
Customers rave about the empanadas, particularly the corn variety, which are a crowd favorite. The bandeja paisa, a traditional Colombian platter featuring steak, pork, rice, beans, and more, is a must-try for those looking to experience the full range of Colombian cuisine.
While language barriers may be present for some, the friendly staff at La Fogata are always willing to help navigate the menu and provide recommendations. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere and outdoor seating make it a great spot for group gatherings or a casual meal.
Whether you're a fan of Colombian cuisine or looking to explore new flavors, La Fogata Restaurant is a must-visit destination in Elizabeth. Come and experience the taste of Colombia right in your own backyard.

Authentic food, delicious, always fresh. Highly recommend , not great for parking. Empanadas are delicious. Bandeja Paisa well worth the portion

This review is more for my wife than myself! We did a food run yesterday and she got stuff from here. I personally am not a fan of corn Empanadas, but that is just me! Please don't not go because of that. My wife's coworker brought in Empanadas from here recently, and since then my wife wanted to go. She ordered a buffet of almost all the Empanadas that they offer. I got 2 cheese for myself. I thought that they were pretty good for being corn. My wife and Father-in-law both loved the ones that they tried. They enjoyed the pabellon, they chicken and cheese and so many others. The only issue is that most employees here do not speak English, and the language barrier is pretty evident... So if you do not speak Spanish, I wish you luck! The restaurant has high plastic barriers all over from what I can see. There is an entrance for the restaurant, and a separate one for to-go! Sadly this really is not my heritage, or any family members heritage, so I can't say if these are the best.... All in all, my wife liked them! Aside from the language barrier, I don't really have any issues.

The starters are very good. I also like the mango in milk a lot. The steak is not really a steak I'd say. It tastes more like a sliced beef dishes with onions. The fish is really over fired and not good. The chicken is ok. The desert is just ok, way lower than the expectation. Overall 3.9/5

I was here this past Friday and although service was slacking... my Bandeja Paisa was LIFFEEEEE!! Everything on my plate was amazing. The steak was tender, pork fried to perfection, rice and beans... I can go on and on... so far out of all the spots on Morris Ave this one is my fave! IG: @bougiefoodiee

This is always my go to spot for good Colombian cuisine. They have definitely made upgrades to the furniture and overall dining experience. I've noticed a slight increase in food items but the food still remains tasty. My favorite is always the bistec criolla which has a hint creole flavor. Its a nice size steak with creole sauce, sauteed onions and potatoes. It comes with two sides which range from rice, maduros, black beans, salad, avocado and Yucca. The mango milkshake is an extra yum. They don't offer tap water and will sell you bottled water. They also serve alcoholic beverages . There are three flat screen TVs throughout the dining area. There are a lot of tables and is a good place for groups. Street parking is available if you can find a spot!

I often come here to get take out for lunch whenever I'm in the mood for Colombian or food with rice and beans. The staff usually ignore me because they think I'm lost and I'm oriental. The funny thing is the old lady asks me what I want in Spanish and I calmly answer back in English. Automatically, she tells her son to ask me what I want. I then ask the guy I want the Baneja de Piasa to-go in espanol. I always get the Baneja Piasas. The motherland dish, It comes with rice and beans, a thin flat steak, a sausage link, a chicarone (bacon), a sliver of avocado, half fried plantain, a arepa thingy (rice cake). It's my anti-salad dish. Its a ton of food for 14 beans. I usually eat 3/4 of it at my desk during lunch. I try to finish the rest when I have my 3 o'clock coffee break. You must try it with the salsa picante. It makes it better. The huge mound of rice and beans can be flavorless without it. I should try the other Colombian/latin places around but if it ain't broke don't go somewhere else. Also, the empanadas there look pretty good. I should go there breakfast but that requires going to work early,