We stopped by Patria Station Café in Berkeley Heights, NJ on a quiet Tuesday afternoon, hoping to…read moreenjoy a relaxed lunch--and it turned out to be a great choice. The owner, Carolina, was warm and charming as was the waitress, Amira, who provided great service. We started with Argentine beef empanadas as a starter. For lunch I ordered the beef milanesa platter with French fries, while my wife had the chicken milanesa sandwich. Both dishes were generous in portion and full of flavor, just the kind of hearty, home-style fare I love from Argentine cafés. We also picked up a sandwich de miga to take home--a crustless ham and cheese sandwich that was simple, delicate, and satisfying. I'd rate both the meal and the sandwich an easy 8 out of 10. The café itself has a welcoming, local feel, and visiting on a weekday kept things peaceful. I learned they offer fresh Argentine pastries on weekends, which sounds like a perfect reason for a return visit soon. Patria Station Café is a great spot for authentic flavors, big portions, and a pleasant, laid-back experience.

We stopped on our way home from a wedding .. My husband is from Argentina so anytime we can have a…read moretaste of home for him we stop ! The owner was so welcoming ! The place was decorated so nice and different but beautiful! I had the toasted sandwich de miga delicious!!!!!! My kids demolished the kids French toast ! We brought home some empanadas and they were delicious! Can't wait to visit again ..

My latest favorite place. Pretty restaurant, great service, and terrific food. Outstanding salads…read moreand apps. The colossal meatballs were outstanding as was my main course tuna. Eight of us all in agreement that this place was great. Oh yeah, I almost forgot the baklava from a 100 year-old family recipe.

Went here last night with another couple. It's a BYOB which is nice in these times of rising costs…read more Has own parking lot, but can get filled because they share it with a Japanese restaurant located above them. Plenty of parking in street if needed. Inside is dark and inviting and they have a cute outdoor dining space as well. They start out by serving fresh Foccacia with seasoned olive oil. For starters , my wife and I shared an eggplant tower, fried eggplant layered with mozzarella and tomatoes. Very good. Our friends shared a salad and enjoyed as well. For mains our friends both ordered the hanger steak, my wife had the salmon, and I ordered their chicken special ( a boneless breast wrapped in pancetta). Everything was not only delicious but plentiful. Owner checked on us several times during our meals. Highly recommend trying this establishment.

super yummy! great service and wonderful selection. loved…read morethe juices. been there for dinner and brunch. both good.

We went to brunch here last Mother's Day and had a wonderful experience. The food and service were…read moreexcellent, so my husband made 10:00 a.m. reservations again for this Mother's Day. Unfortunately, this visit was a huge disappointment from the moment we arrived. We were the only people there, yet the floor around our table was dirty with old Goldfish crackers and blueberries. We ordered the banana bread appetizer, an egg tortilla bowl, a western omelet, and two kids' waffles. The banana bread appetizer didn't come out until the rest of our food arrived, and everything was ice cold. The breakfast potatoes tasted old, as if they had been made the day before. While it wasn't ideal, we tried to be understanding since it was a holiday and the staff may have been overwhelmed. The highlight of the meal was the fresh-squeezed orange juice that we enjoyed with our BYOB champagne. However, no one checked on our table during the meal, and I eventually had to stop someone just to ask for the check. When reviewing the bill, I realized the kids' waffles seemed more expensive than expected. Sure enough, we had been overcharged for each one. When I politely questioned it, I was told, "That's the price in our register," and the staff gave me a hard time about correcting it. After asking again, they reluctantly handed me cash for the difference. The waitress was rude and dismissive throughout the interaction. Overall, it was such a disappointing experience, especially compared to how much we enjoyed it last year. Sadly, we'll be choosing a different spot for Mother's Day brunch next year.

Amazing ambiance food and beer. Excellent service. Gorgeous decor Great selection of entrees…read moreupscale but comfortable. Best corn and clam chowder I've ever had and the brisket tender and delicious

Absolutely phenomenal time. I haven't been here in a while, and I've clearly been missing out. The…read morefood creations are incredible--familiar staples are reimagined with a fresh, inventive spin. The drink menu is creative, the beer is expertly brewed, and there are plenty of healthy salad options alongside a pulled pork sandwich my son couldn't get enough of. George, our waiter, really deserves to be mentioned at the top of this review. He understands the art of great service in a way few people do--always present but never overbearing. He was genuinely invested in making sure my family had an amazing experience.

I was looking for a new Italian restaurant to try on my drive down 78 and discovered Lupa. I was…read morehappy to find a spot at the bar, and the staff and customers were all friendly. The ambiance is pretty, modern, and clean. For dinner, I ordered the pappardelle and broccoli rabe, which also came with fresh bread and a cold tomato spread. I finished my meal with a slice of tiramisu, and it was moist and flavorful. One of the staff mentioned that everything is made in-house. The restaurant is conveniently located just down the street from the train station, and parking was easy next door at the bank. Altogether, I really enjoyed my experience at Lupa, and I look forward to returning with friends to try more of the menu!

I was looking for a well rated Italian restaurant in Union County and Lupa Ristorante came up on…read moremany lists so I decided to check it out with friends. Lupa is located in a section of Berkely Heights that has seen a lot of recent construction, so it is very pretty and clean. You couldn't be blamed if you bypassed the restaurant. It is not very flashy looking and that is part of its charm. Be warned, there are not a lot of parking spaces behind the restaurant so you may wind up parking in the bank parking lot next to it (when the bank is closed of course). The staff at Lupa is super friendly and treats you like a regular even if this is your first time. The host was super nice, the waitress fantastic and the chef even came to our table to talk to us when we were done eating! The interior is very clean and modern looking. It's elegant and perfect for virtually any event including dates, anniversaries and family get togethers. We wound up sitting in the same area as the bar, which mostly has 2-4 seater tables and of course you can sit at the bar as well. The other side of the restaurant is where the larger tables are located. Here's a rundown of what we had: CLAMS ON TOAST Baby clams. crispy ham. thyme When I ordered this, I expected to see slices of toast with crispy ham and baby clams on top. Instead, it is two large pieces of wonderfully toasted bread with crispy ham on top. The actual clams sit in a *delicious* broth. Taken altogether these various components form a delicious bite. Be sure to dip that bread into the broth! SQUID INK SPAGHETTI lobster knuckles and claws. broccoli florets. grape tomatoes. Sherry Cream Sauce This dish has a wonderfully deep and earthy flavor. I've had squid ink pasta before and this was a wonderful example of it. The sauce was perfect and it was cooked beautifully. HANGER STEAK Truffled pomme frites. Chimichurri The steak was beautifully cooked (we had it medium rare) and the chimichurri sauce was great. However, the steak needed a bit more salt (and I'm not usually one to add salt to food). The pomme frites were wonderfully crispy and tasty. BROCCOLI RABE lemon. Kilos Broccoli rabe is a simple side dish but it is one of my favorites. It is also one that can easily be overcooked. These folks cooked it perfectly and it made for a fantastic side dish. My party and I loved our experience at Lupa and we all agreed we would happily return any time!

It was our first time here but Mr. G made us feel sooo welcomed! He was so friendly and gave good…read moretips about roasting beans and making coffee. Inside was immaculate! very cozy and very clean. Everything was well arranged and there was parking at the back too. Lovely space really but no chairs that you could linger too long. Just a quick and pleasant chat and enjoy your coffee standing or to-go. Grabbed a bag of beans and made delicious latte at home! hope to be back soon!

This little gem located in the heart of Berkeley Heights is a must go to! Service in this family…read morerun business is top notch...the owner Anthony couldn't be more accommodating and friendly. I ordered a delicious raspberry latte and the double espresso is full bodied and rich in flavor. Patronize this business if you get a chance.

We've always had a great experience here - no matter whether it's the bar tenders, servers or…read morereception staff they're always friendly. Food comes up piping hot - my favorite dish on the menu is their Fish Tacos (soooo good). Ambience is that of a classic pub. They also have a heated outdoor section which is nice

Food was okay I guess. The service was horrible. I'm a high school student and I used the QR code…read moreon the receipt to pay and they told me it was the wrong payment method despite not telling me before hand. They made me pay twice and laughed at me when I demanded my money back. My friends had to stop me from punching the manager, as he did not know how his own restaurant's money system works. It was such a joke. Before the payment though, it was a pretty nice time with pretty lighting, despite being overpriced and then scamming me.

Attended a birthday party at The Smokehouse, the beer garden located behind the Stirling Hotel. The…read moreoutdoor space is huge, with a large parking lot, lawn games, areas for children to play, and a spacious tent filled with tables. There is also a small bar where you can order drinks and bring them back to your seat. Our group had a private tent area reserved, and the event was well organized. Buffet-style food had been arranged before our arrival, and we were able to bring in decorations, a birthday cake, and other party favors without any issues. The outdoor bar stops serving around 9:00 p.m., but we were able to move to a covered area near to the hotel restaurant and bar, which was equipped with heat lamps and provided a comfortable place to continue the evening. Service throughout the event was quick and friendly. I would definitely recommend The Smokehouse for group gatherings, birthday parties, or a casual day out. There is plenty of space, the prices are reasonable, and the staff does a great job accommodating larger groups. Also, it's conveniently located not far from the train station.

We loved attending a great band show at the beer garden at the Stirling Hotel. The music and vibe…read morewas great and we lucked out getting a parking spot near the venue. We're not sure if they do these shows often since it's or first time here , but there there was definitely not enough staff to support the lines of attendees looking for drinks and BBQ. If the Stirling can work out their logistics to support the crowd, they'll be in great shape. Looking forward to our next visit!

Super cute cafe! I love that they're dog friendly :)…read more I ordered the lavender honey latte, and my friend ordered the masala chai. A medium drink is around $7 here. The chai was my favorite of the two. It was very fragrant + had strong spices. It was quite sweet, so keep that in mind. At first, neither of us could taste the syrup in the latte, but the staff were very accommodating and added more for us. The space is really inviting. There's plenty of seating and parking. The bathroom was also very clean. I recommend this place as a nice cafe to stop by or wfh.

Turkish coffee plus a morsel baklava came out to ~$11, not super impressed with the food…read more Interior decor is nice however this place is packed on a weekday morning, so much chatter going on, this place feels more like a bar than a relaxing cafe

Stopped in for lunch and ordered the French onion soup and cornbread. The soup was easily among the…read moretop five French onion soups I've ever had--and I've had many. The broth was deeply flavorful, the onions were beautifully rendered, the temperature was perfect, and there was plenty of gooey cheese. The crouton was completely soggy, and I would have preferred it served on the side, although I recognize that maintaining the right texture is always a challenge with French onion soup. The cornbread was a miss for me. While I appreciated the generous portion, it was a little too dry, and the sour cream topping was more tart than I prefer. I also would have liked a more pronounced crust from the skillet. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was spot-on. I would definitely return to explore more of the menu.

Had dinner here with my dad and brother and really enjoyed it. The restaurant has a great…read moreatmosphere with a modern dining room, a fun vibe, and a nice patio. It feels like the kind of place that works equally well for a family dinner, a night out with friends, or date night. The food was excellent. The jumbo lump crab cake was packed with crab and had very little filler, which is exactly what I was hoping for. The lobster Cobb salad was fresh and loaded with lobster, and the French onion soup was rich, flavorful, and the perfect size. The service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. Prices were very reasonable for the quality of the food and overall experience. Great spot, great food, and great service. I would definitely come back the next time I'm in the area.