Las Palmas
Cuban restaurant · 6153 Bergenline Ave, West New York, NJ 07093, United States · United States
★ 4.2 on Google · 5,063 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 19, 2026 · 93 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →
Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.2★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.3★
- Flagged
- 9%
- Coverage
- 20%
All reviews shown by Google
907 examined reviews
93 of 1,000
1,000 of 5,063 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 19, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Las Palmas is a long-standing local favorite known for its vibrant atmosphere, live music, and generous portions of Cuban cuisine. Reviewers frequently praise the quality of the grilled meats, especially the signature churrasco, though opinions on service and pricing vary significantly.
+ Repeated strengths
Signature Churrasco & Meats
Reviewers consistently highlight the skirt steak (churrasco) and grilled meats as tender, flavorful, and standout dishes.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2023-05-03
Skirt steak, Skirt steak, Skirt steak. Skip the appy’s and save room for it, you won’t be sorry………
5★ · 2023-05-15
Great spot for churrasco! Always prepared well and it is accompanied with classic Cuban sides (choice of Maduros, black beans, rice, etc.). The stuffed flounder with shrimp was also tasty. Reservations can be made and the 2nd floor is a nic...
5★ · 2025-08-23
Food is amazing
Lively Atmosphere
Many guests enjoy the energetic vibe, which features upbeat music, dancing, and a nice second-floor dining area suitable for celebrations.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2025-02-07
The best place for dancing on Saturday nights and in restaurants, dancing Cuban style: Salsa, merengue, reggaeton, bachata, and Cuban reggaeton.
Generous Portions
Dishes are frequently described as large, filling, and shareable.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2024-12-26
Typical Cuban restaurant, they serve large portions, delicious passion fruit sangria (you could say it's my highlight).
− Repeated complaints
Inconsistent Service
Reviewers frequently report inattentive, rushed, or occasionally rude service, as well as long wait times.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2026-04-10
The food is delicious, the portion is large so you might want to take some home
Hidden Charges & Pricing
Some customers complain about being charged for bottled water without prior warning, added credit card fees, or steep price increases.
3 supporting reviews
1★ · 2023-04-16
Beware of them forcing already opened bottled water for 5.00 each. We were told the tap water filter was not working, after complaining we were served tap water. The bottled water was already open which is an indication the bottle was refil...
2★ · 2024-01-02
The food here is very good. Can't say that the water is plentyfull. My experience has been that they charge $5 dollars for a bottle of water but don't tell you until you see it in the bill. They say they are not allowed to serve tap water....
3★ · 2026-03-30
I would give it 5 stars but I asked for ice water and the waiter brought me a Poland springs and didn't tell me there was a charge for it...its only a dollar but it is petty things like this that can ruin the whole meal for me...the service...
Inconsistent Food Quality
While many praise the food, a number of reviewers note issues such as cold rice, overcooked or undercooked meats, and occasional blandness.
2 supporting reviews
1★ · 2023-05-17
On Saturday the 23th my family & I decided to celebrate my dads bday at this spot. We were seated quickly, menus in hand and the waitress proceeded to take our orders. First of all , the restaurant was not packed but the waitress was ridi...
2★ · 2026-07-14
My husband and I have visited this Cuban restaurant before and have always enjoyed the food, so this visit was so disappointing. Before ordering, we clearly informed our server that we are lactose intolerant. I ordered the flounder (fish)...
Good for
- Group celebrations and birthday parties
- Lovers of skirt steak (churrasco)
- Diners seeking a lively atmosphere with live music
Avoid if
- You are looking for a quiet, intimate dining experience
- You are sensitive to unexpected charges on your bill
- You require consistently prompt and attentive service
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Apr ’23 | 21 | 1 |
| May ’23 | 32 | 3 |
| Jun ’23 | 40 | 6 |
| Jul ’23 | 22 | 1 |
| Aug ’23 | 36 | 7 |
| Sep ’23 | 29 | 0 |
| Oct ’23 | 18 | 3 |
| Nov ’23 | 26 | 1 |
| Dec ’23 | 30 | 3 |
| Jan ’24 | 37 | 4 |
| Feb ’24 | 27 | 2 |
| Mar ’24 | 27 | 0 |
| Apr ’24 | 26 | 4 |
| May ’24 | 33 | 4 |
| Jun ’24 | 25 | 5 |
| Jul ’24 | 19 | 1 |
| Aug ’24 | 17 | 0 |
| Sep ’24 | 26 | 2 |
| Oct ’24 | 29 | 3 |
| Nov ’24 | 29 | 3 |
| Dec ’24 | 22 | 2 |
| Jan ’25 | 20 | 3 |
| Feb ’25 | 19 | 1 |
| Mar ’25 | 27 | 2 |
| Apr ’25 | 27 | 1 |
| May ’25 | 30 | 2 |
| Jun ’25 | 18 | 0 |
| Jul ’25 | 37 | 1 |
| Aug ’25 | 24 | 1 |
| Sep ’25 | 12 | 0 |
| Oct ’25 | 30 | 4 |
| Nov ’25 | 29 | 4 |
| Dec ’25 | 24 | 3 |
| Jan ’26 | 14 | 3 |
| Feb ’26 | 15 | 1 |
| Mar ’26 | 22 | 3 |
| Apr ’26 | 20 | 2 |
| May ’26 | 30 | 5 |
| Jun ’26 | 21 | 1 |
| Jul ’26 | 10 | 1 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 92 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 1 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 93 flagged reviews.
Cristian Diaz
209 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2024-10-22
Wife had a girl's night here and she said the food was amazing and the staff was very friendly.
Roberto Duran
2 reviews
★★★★★
2023-05-11
Miriela Rodriguez
1 review
★★★★★
2023-05-14
Angel Carangui
2 reviews
★★★★★
2023-05-23
Glendy QUEVEDO
1 review
★★★★★
2023-06-09
Angel Rodriguez
2 reviews
★★★★★
2023-06-18
Tk_ReShoTz
1 review
★★★★★
2023-06-21
Fabian Andrade
1 review
★☆☆☆☆
2023-06-26
Terrible place to eat service is terrible we ordered big churasco and gave us a small one and bring all of the food then took the big one back and left us with cold rice and maduro and my dad payed full price with a 40 dollar tip never come here I rather eat rumba cubana or la ferrie
Lorena Izaguirre
1 review
★★★★★
2023-06-30
Nancy Lopez
2 reviews
★★★★★
2023-07-20
Report generated Jul 19, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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