Fantastic smoked meats, brisket was phenomenal staff very friendly!! If you want barbecue, this is…read morethe place to go.

Soooo, we went to Embark tonight for the second time. Full disclosure, the first time Wifey and I…read morecame here was when they first opened, we came kind of late and we didn't have the best experience, but I PROMISED myself I'd come back before reviewing because I honestly believed I just hit them on a bad night. Had a good friend recently tell me I needed to come back, so we did. Tonight we ordered a half rack of ribs, a pulled pork sandwich, and the pulled pork Mac-n-cheese. In a word, the food was fantastic. I've had BBQ in a LOT of places and also have my own smoker that I've gotten pretty good at using it so I know good BBQ...and this is good BBQ. The ribs were delicious - cooked perfectly the way the want them in competition...not fall off the bone, but with a little bite, and the flavor was great. Amazing bark on the outside with tender meat on the bone. The pulled pork sandwich was so tender and delicious that I wish I didn't have to share it with Wifey. And their homemade BBQ sauce is absolutely great...a little spice on the back of the tongue, but still sweet without being overly sweet (they have four kinds, but I only wanted the traditional). The pulled pork Mac-n-cheese was very rich but full of flavor with a nice breadcrumb topping as well. Each platter also came with cole slaw, something often overlooked by BBQ places, but not here. Very tasty, very fresh, though I think it needed a pinch of salt. I do wish we had gotten some cornbread, but honestly, we walked away very full. The service here is super friendly and our food came pretty quickly...and I really love the layout and vibe here. I spoke to the owner about how much I loved the food tonight and how it was such a difference from my first experience. I'm so glad we came back. The people behind the counter all seem to LIKE what they're doing...and that means a lot. Real BBQ places are always pricey, because you aren't paying for just the food, your paying for the hours and hours and hours of cooking it takes to get the food to taste as good as it does and to be tender. You can't take shortcuts with BBQ. So yeah, Embark isn't cheap, but if there's one thing I've discovered over the years it's that you DON'T want cheap BBQ. Embark is a BYOB place so bring your favorite beer, order some great food, and sit with friends savoring the deliciousness. I will NOT wait this long to come back again.

My husband and I love a good butcher but are new to Essex county. We found this place online and…read moredecided to check it out. This was the worst experience I've had in years. The guy at the counter refused to look at us or answer any questions. ( we were the only one in the shop) I asked him a question and he said with a nasty attitude that it wasn't for us. He was rude and disrespectful and showed his contempt for us for just being in the store. The meat selection wasn't great. I don't know if it was because we are a black couple . ( this is an Asian place) I felt that I was in the Jim Crow south. Do not give them your money!!!!

Stop me if you've heard this, a vegetarian walks into a meat shop-- My SO and I decided to pop into…read moreThe Meat House so he could check out some specific items he likes to shop for at the butcher's. This is a nice one-stop shop filled with a huge variety of items. We were able to score alcoholic ciders, seasonings for unreasonably cheap prices, and more. There's everything from pasta and sauce to countless snacks. We left with armfuls of items because we couldn't resist. At incredible prices, this shop is certainly one to visit for pantry staples alone.

Stopped in here a few weeks ago while walking back and it is definitely a cool spot. It has a full…read moremarket inside with grocery items, wine, beer, and a lot of prepared foods. They also have a counter where they have a full menu of hot food items. I tried one of their steak tip sandwiches and enjoyed it. Fo the price, the portion size is very large and will definitely leave you full. I will definitely be back.

Amazing sandwiches. They make a pastrami Reuben that is to die for. Im confident I've probably…read moreordered it 40+ times from Pete's Meats. I will always be a customer of this amazing restaurant!

Pete's Meats is a carnivore's paradise, and their steaks and burgers are out of this world. The…read moresteaks are outrageously tender, bursting with rich, savory flavor, and seared to perfection every single time. Their burgers? Juicy, thick, and seasoned just right. Each bite delivers that satisfying, crave-worthy punch. Beyond their fresh cuts, Pete's offers so much more. You can purchase high quality meats to go, either frozen for prepping at home or even pre cooked if you're short on time. It's the best of both worlds! They also have an awesome menu. Choose from expertly cooked meals featuring their signature burgers or steak dishes, complete with delicious sides. Whether you're cooking up something special at home or enjoying a carefully crafted meal on site, Pete's Meats provides top tier quality, flexibility, and flavor every time. Trust me... with steaks this melt in your mouth good, burgers this perfectly juicy, and a full service kitchen plus convenient take home options, Pete's Meats is a game changer!

In the area to celebrate my father's 91st birthday, when my parents butcher didn't come through at…read morethe last minute with the leg of lamb that my father had wanted for his birthday dinner, I made a new connection that will now be my first call for meat anytime I am up here. I reached out to Ryanne Fadel at the 4th Ave Halal Meat Market who, within the hour, had delivered the most beautiful 10lb leg of lamb that one could wish for. Flavorful, tender, and as fresh as can be (the lamb had been slaughtered only the day before). Absolutely wonderful service, Ryanne's friendliness and responsiveness would have been reason alone to win my loyalty, but the piece of meat...my goodness, it was fabulous. Highly recommend the 4th Ave Meat Market for any needs for high quality butcher shop offerings. Thank you Mr Fadel and the team at the Market for really coming through when it really counted!!!

I've been a loyal customer of their since I moved to East Orange I love the meat. It's always a…read moregood quality. The workers are always nice and polite. If they don't understand or request, they will call and ask for a confirmation or clarity and the atmosphere is amazing when you walk-ins always good energy they make sure that your order is right. 1000/10

We enjoyed this place and had a lovely server. We opted to their their butter service which was…read moresuch a nice experience to start the meal. We were reuniting with a friend we hadn't seen in nearly a decade and we couldn't have picked a better spot to catch up. Two bottles of white later we nearly finished the butter service and enjoyed some escargot and their steak frites. We threw in a chopped salad and finished it off with their caramel dessert that somewhat resembled a tiramisu. Upon lifting the cylinder sleeve the delicious and light caramel sauce pours over the cake with crunch chocolate nibs sprinkled on top. Looking forward to trying their dinner menu when we visit again.

Wow what an unforgettable Birthday Dinner! Quality Meats…read moreabsolutely delivered for my birthday! The service here is always top-tier, which is exactly why we always request our favorite waiter Mike, whenever we dine here. Once again, he went above and beyond, making the night extra special by surprising me with two birthday desserts! The manager Carlos, was also incredibly attentive and took great care of us throughout the evening, ensuring everything was flawless. As for the food, it was spectacular. We started with the meatballs a must try, and for the main event, We had the Bone-in Dry-Aged Prime Sirloin topped with truffle butter incredibly flavorful and cooked to absolute perfection. Pair it with the corn crème brûlée sweet and savory side dish. Incredible food, unmatched hospitality, and the perfect place to celebrate. Thank you, Mike and Carlos!