Great Italian subs and great options for easy dinners to heat up at home. Inside feels more like a…read moremarket and I always browse around while waiting for my sub to be made.

Quality local butcher. Been going here for last couple years. Team is welcoming and helpful. A…read moretownship treasure and worth the drive if you're looking for quality meats.

How has this not had any reviews yet?! Been here for years!…read more Great people work here. Get your hunting license renewed, get a sandwich, buy some lottery tix and have your prescription filled. All in 1 place with friendly staff, easy parking and quick service!

Well, I don't know what ineloquent kid with his stunning "eh, Dorsi's sucks" is talking about…read more Fabulous local place, wonderful deli, helpful people, best bagels and cole slaw on the planet!!! Hooray for the local guy who still does it better and hasn't been run out of business by big corporate America. Dorsi's is a daily stop for most of Stirling, swing thru if you get the chance!

I would rather not add stars for this review because I have been here 2X and really like the food…read moreand the service is great. However, last week I looked them up and ordered through Yelp (facilitated by Grubhub, apparently). I ordered 2 of the roast beefs, 2 chopped chickens and a chicken Caesar salad and salivated during my 30 min drive to pick up. I arrived to an entirely still and locked store. No sign of anyone. I've often noticed vendors failing to update working hours, and that is frustrating. But what's worse is when I've got Yelp blaming Grubhub and Grubhub blaming everyone. I called and there was never anyone at the store though Grubhub took my money and gave me a pickup time. They agreed to refund me in several days but did absolutely nothing to compensate or remedy the situation and took no responsibility. So I will not be using Grubhub again (and that may mean ordering through Yelp if they only work through Grubhub). I hope Carved cleans up their act with times. Very frustrating when nobody takes responsibility and I don't know whether I can even trust ordering food through Yelp.

Carved offers some interesting sandwiches in the old Dorsi's Pharmacy deli/store area. However, it…read moreis unrelated to Dorsi's, which means no more wonderful chicken salad, a Dorsi family recipe. Life moves on. We tried the Stirling Dip, which consists of sliced roast beef, sharp provolone, and caramelized onion on a garlic baguette. It also comes with a side serving of beef au jus, pickled cucumbers, and red onions. The beef was high-quality and so tender! The sandwich was stacked with a lot of beef, and we split it. It was super filling, and we had a hard time finishing it. The bread was soft and delicious. The sandwich cost $18.00. It was juicy enough that it didn't need to be dipped in the au jus. I would have given it 5 stars, but it was on the salty side. They told us that they will start serving meals in the future.

Wow! Excellent Kathi roll. We tried the chicken and the paneer rolls. Super fresh and delicious…read more Large portions. Will defiantly be back to try the biriani. Take out or dine in. Plenty of parking.

Good was great including the free sample of chicken tikki masala from TJ. We will be back!read more

We stopped in for something light for breakfast. We each had a chocolate eclair. This eclair was…read morefilled with so much cream. The cream was delicious and chocolate was excellent. We been here a few times and the owner and staff are very polite and friendly. We also got a loaf of bread which was delicious.

Have been wowed for several years by enjoying lunches with sandwiches to die for--THE BREAD and all…read morethe other fresh ingredients in them. And warm service and ambiance. And affordable prices in NJ! Cookies and pastries also to die for--a hit with anyone I share them with...including foodies in Washington DC. Took waaaaaay too long to have dinner at the adjoining restaurant. wow wow wow! Absolutely mouth-watering authentic Italian food my friends shared among us. Grazie! You're missing out if you haven't experienced Biagio's!

Today they had three people working. I waited for about 10 min for my bagel, which isn't too bad…read morebut felt like forever because there weren't many customers in the bagel shop I was happy to see my bagel was assembled very well- good amount of CC , would have liked more tomato. I got a salt bagel toasted with olive and pimento cc and tomato. It was about $5 because of the specialty CC, which tracks with my other regular spot. I'd like to see faster service on a Wednesday morning - makes me nervous for what weekends look like in this location. Bagels are good but on smaller side

Their charging 1.95 for a plain bagel now!! Ok maybe the max 1.50 . In Westfield I pay 1.20 . You…read morecan keep your 1.95 bagel!!

I took a lunch break in between appointments at Copper Kettle in Basking Ridge! The lemon mint…read morerefresher drink was so refreshing, and the quinoa shrimp spinach salad was delicious. If you're in the area, they're a great spot for both breakfast and lunch. The service was amazing, people are so friendly and dogs are welcome for outdoor seating. One more reason I love this community!

Food was good. But had help wanted sign as you walk in . Service was horrible…read more I tried to help by going inside to order AND I BROUGHT DRINKS out to table since it was So hot. 2 french toast was otdered, they brought 1 at about 30 mins after ordering, the other we had to wait another 15 to 20 minutes after the first one came out and after my husband went in and said something. There was only about four tables taken inside also and I realized there's only one person one server but still they had the kitchen staff bringing plates out . Maybe you need to work on timing as far as when the food comes out to make sure everybody's comes out together or within a minute or two after each other.

Monterey Gourmet was once a staple of the Bernardsville and Basking Ridge communities. Fifteen…read moreyears ago, my wife and I would happily drive from neighboring towns just to enjoy their outstanding sandwiches, homemade desserts, extensive catering menu, and the warm hospitality of the two women who made the place feel so welcoming. When we moved to the area over a decade ago, Monterey still had that same charm for a while. Unfortunately, after it was sold, nearly everything that made it special began to disappear. The redesign of the interior was the first warning sign. The refrigerated display cases along the back wall and the bakery counter were removed, along with the shelves showcasing quality wines, spirits, and local craft beers. In their place came an awkward circular display island that forces customers to walk around it just to see what's available or even read the menu. The new layout simply didn't and still doesn't work. The food quality also declined. Hot sandwiches were prepared on the same small plug-in flat top grill used for bacon, leaving nearly everything with a bacon flavor whether you wanted it or not. Over time, higher quality meats were replaced with cheaper alternatives, and the thoughtfully selected wines and spirits gave way to lower quality bottles carrying surprisingly high markups. The business changed hands several more times, but each owner seemed to leave the store in worse condition than the last. The space gradually began to feel neglected; dusty shelves, tired fixtures, and the lingering smell of a freshly bleached floor mopped with what felt like a decades-old mop...an all too typical way businesses try to mask an odor with another. At one point, the shelves were so empty and the catering operation so diminished that many locals genuinely wondered whether Monterey was still open. Recently, the newest ownership has been promoting the business on Facebook as having "the same great food," great coffee, and now functioning primarily as a liquor store. While advertising the business isn't a bad idea, it's difficult to see how a small neighborhood market can compete with established retailers like Gary's or Adelphia in either selection or pricing. Of course we decided to give it a try, despite high expectations, the dishes felt flat and disappointing. Even more concerning is the marketing approach. Large "Under New Management" banners now cover the storefront windows, while bright advertising flags promoting cheap alcohol line the front lawn along Route 202, obscuring neighboring business signage. Rather than conveying quality, the presentation feels out of place for the community and comes across as more desperate than inviting. It suggests a lack of understanding of the local market and the customers they hope to attract. It's disappointing to watch what was once one of the area's premier lunch destinations become little more than a bodega style market. Monterey Gourmet used to draw customers from all over Somerset and Morris counties for exceptional food and catering. Today, little remains of that reputation. I genuinely do not believe the business will succeed and with the route it has taken, I hope it doesn't. If it does want to succeed, it will require more than new signage. It needs a clear vision. The space deserves a complete renovation: remove the impractical center island, thoroughly deep clean and refresh the interior, redesign the layout to improve customer flow, and create a menu that honors a handful of Monterey's classic favorites while introducing new, high quality offerings. Most importantly, the catering business should once again become the heart of the operation. Monterey was once known for catering lavish weddings, The Hunt, corporate lunches, parties, and community gatherings. Rebuilding that reputation could once again make it a destination rather than a stop of convenience. This will take time and money though, something most of the owners have refused to accept. The store should also return to offering a carefully curated selection of quality wines, spirits, and local craft beers displayed on classic shelving instead of relying on tacky outdoor banners and discount-style advertising. Finally, ownership should take the time to understand the community they're serving. Bernardsville and Basking Ridge value quality, consistency, and authenticity. Since the original owners left, each successive ownership group has seemed to overlook those values, and the decline has reflected that. Sadly, the Monterey Gourmet name itself has accumulated years of disappointment. Rebuilding trust may even require starting fresh with a new identity...a name change and riddance of the carbon copy logo from a neighboring pizzeria. Whatever the future holds, I hope someone eventually restores this location to the destination it once was, because this community deserves a neighborhood gourmet market worthy of its history.

"Under new management" - really ? What was the old management like ?…read more Walked in on a Wednesday during lunch hour - anyone behind the counter ? Hello ? Young Latin male appears to take order - he seems to be the only one in the store. Here we go :/ He plays cashier and rings up a nice lady who seems to have been waiting for a while judging by her sighs, huffs and puffs, he finished and takes the order of another couple waiting at deli counter (I'm still milling about mind you, observing the half empty shelves and loads of wine and booze for sale), and eventually takes my order. He was trying - we'll give him that - but no training at all, no demeanor, no banter, nothing. Since this deli was recommended, I'll order compare it with the NJ deli industry standard setter; Millburn Deli. I order a chicken cutlet sandwich. I asked him to press it - no press. He had no other recommendations. How could he - he is probably not "in country" long enough. At this point (the owner?) shows up - elderly gentleman who takes over the order and makes the sandwich. I asked this one if he had a press, he says no, but he has an oven. Okay - heat it up. I pay just $13 and change and walk out to eat elsewhere. Now the test - maybe it will be worth the trip? You readers be the judge - if the chicken looks dry, it's worse it's no better than cardboard. Wilty lettuce and super thin onions. Uff what. Waste of time. It's Millburn deli again hands down. Any positives ? It looks like they had some couple day old salads - standard stuff and some Italian stuff - but nothing impressive. And that's it. The chicken must of been. Day or three old. Which is basically it - the place is so NOT impressive for billing itself as a gourmet or "fine foods" establishment. Fine food has nothing to do with this place. I think I would have had better shot of a food deli sandwhich at Gary's Wines across the street and down a bit. At least they have fresh product all served with a smiling "hello - thank you for supporting us." Bernardsville is the wrong town for Monterey Fine Foods - much higher standards expected.

Small place with some seating inside and outside. I ordered a jalapeño bagel, nice and chewy, with…read morejalapeño cream cheese. Delicious and spicy but not overly so. Iced coffee was very good, nice and roasty but not bitter. Staff was courteous and our orders were filled in a reasonable amount of time.

$15 for a toasted bagel with cream cheese and ham!!! that is beyond ridiculous not even in New York…read moreCity I pay that price for a bagel