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Brazilian food, handcrafted drinks, and a ballroom for 140
Brazilian-inspired food, handcrafted caipirinhas, and a private event hall for up to 140 — all on Wilson Avenue.
Grilled meats, coxinha, and pasta classics
The menu covers Brazilian street food, wood-fired cuts, and hearty mains. Guests call our coxinha the best in town — high bar in the Ironbound.
From the kitchen
Private event hall, up to 140 guests
All-white ballroom with LED screens, dynamic lighting, and turn-key packages — from buffet-only to open bar. Starting at $45 per person.
Built for the Ironbound
Part restaurant, part bar, part celebration hall — Brazilian flavors and a 140-guest ballroom, all on Wilson Avenue in Newark's Ironbound.
What our guests are saying
I had such a great experience at The Arena in Newark. The food was the kind that makes you pause mid-bite just to appreciate what’s happening on your plate. I ordered the grilled skirt steak and my kids ordered the buttered linguini and Picadinho Paulista. We had the flan for dessert which was Devin
Niki Q.
This place is a gem for drinks and Brazilian snacks! I got the passion fruit caipirinha and it was so well done, refreshing and perfectly balanced. The coxinha was the best in town and paired perfectly with the caipirinha. The staff is super friendly, prices are really affordable, and there’s plenty
Nattalye C.
My husband and I couldn’t have chosen a better place to celebrate the most special day of our lives! From the very first contact until the end of the celebration, everything was absolutely perfect. The team is simply wonderful: always available, attentive, and ready to solve everything immediately,
nathália P.
Went to a birthday party at Arena and had an awesome time! The place was super clean and organized, with great lights and a nice area for the kids to play. The drinks were really good, and the staff was super friendly and helpful. The band kept the party lively and made it so much fun! Totally rec
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Caesar Salad, Feijao Tropeiro, Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Salmon, Carne Seca, Bar Food, Tapioca, Mozzarella Sticks, Burgers, Farofa, Bacalhau, Brazilian Food, and French Fries
Do you offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, we offer Takeout
Where are you located?
We are located in Newark, NJ at 293 Wilson Ave
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Newark, Jersey City, Harrison, Elizabeth, Kearny, East Newark, Bayonne, East Orange, Irvington, Ironbound, South Ironbound, Central Business District, Hillside, Crane Square, North Arlington, Belleville, Ampere North, Silver Lake, University Heights, and City of Orange.
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