First Republic Lounge & Restaurant

4.4
649 reviews

About

South American Restaurant

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

First Republic Lounge & Restaurant
1204 E Grand St, Elizabeth, NJ
07201, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
649 reviews
5 stars
437
4 stars
106
3 stars
53
2 stars
21
1 star
32

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

The food is frequently praised for its deliciousness and authentic Haitian flavors, though some customers noted inconsistencies in portion sizes and seasoning.

Service Issues

Customer service received mixed reviews, with many reports of cold or uninviting staff, long wait times, and poor handling of reservations.

Ambiance

The restaurant's ambiance is generally well-received, with many customers enjoying the atmosphere, music, and decor.

Pricing Concerns

Several reviews mentioned that the prices are on the higher side, especially considering portion sizes, leading to some dissatisfaction.
  • JM
    Johnny M
    Dec 27, 2025
    1.0
    They are rude. Especially the lady at the door
  • MH
    Makeisha Hinds
    Dec 26, 2025
    4.0
    It's very warm temperature wise inside. The calamari was good. They are cut thick like onion rings. Crispy outside. The hookah does not have an adjustable air valve, but it smoked well. The music is loud, but you can still have a conversation. They played Haitian music.
  • MC
    Mariah Cooper
    Dec 1, 2025
    5.0
    One of my favorite Haitian spots around! The ambiance for a good date night, even just on a weekday. I’ve celebrated multiple birthdays throughout the years as well and the hosts always know how to light en up mood. The food of course is always the main event, and their cuisine is authentically made. We buy their soup joumou during the holidays if we’re running low on time. Would recommend.
  • TA
    Tammy Artis
    Nov 23, 2025
    2.0
    I really wanted to like this establishment because it was featured on the local news station . Unfortunately it fell short . The people who work their are cold and uninviting. I really wanted to try the griot and red snapper but the demeanor of those who were going to serve me , turned me completely off. My bestie and I ordered, lemon drop martinis. The lemon drop martini was undesirable to the pallet. After finishing our cocktails , we exited the establishment. We found ourselves at another restaurant within walking distance, that as soon as we walked through the doors we were welcomed , the food and drinks were very good . First Republic do better with customer service!
  • RR
    Rocio Rios
    Nov 22, 2025
    1.0
    La comida. Buena eso si cara y poquito la atención no es buena. Comimos tomamos y. Estuvimos. Buen rato y. Nos dijeron q. Iban a tocar unos músicos y q teníamos q. Pagar entrada estando allí comiendo y tomando eso lo vimos muy mal. Por q ya teníamos mucho rato consumiendo comida postre cervezas. Jugos yo creo q eso está. Muy mal para la gente q está adentro. Gastando definitivamente salimos enojados y. Jamás. Volveremos 😡😡😡😡😡