# EL Viejo Fred Restaurant > Small dining space offers a family-friendly and warm atmosphere with Caribbean influences. Music and peaceful cooking videos add to the relaxed vibe. Cleanliness and well-done interior decorations create an inviting environment. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/ELViejoFredRestaurant - Address: 558 New Brunswick Ave, Fords, New Jersey, United States - Hours: Wednesday: 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM Thursday: 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM Friday: 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM Saturday: 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM Sunday: 09:00 AM - 08:00 PM Monday: 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM Tuesday: 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM - Phone: +17324868454 - Website: https://www.elviejofred.com/ ## What it is good for - Hidden Gems — 10/10 - Dinner Spots — 10/10 - Empanadas — 9.7/10 - Food — 9.6/10 - Lunch Spot — 9.5/10 - Authentic — 9.1/10 - Steak — 8.8/10 - Seafood — 8.3/10 - Takeout — 8/10 - Salad — 8/10 ## What people say - "The food here is delicious and authentic." - "The shrimp here are tender and delicious." - "I considered this place a real hidden gem." ## Good to know - Reservations are recommended for large groups to ensure seating. - Takeout orders should be placed at least one hour in advance. - Prices for lunch items start at $12, which may be considered high for small portions. - Expect additional charges for separate items, like salads. - The restaurant can get busy during weekends, leading to longer wait times. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.