My top-tier chum who literally went to the school of hospitality and I were in the mood for a…read morebougie sit-down dinner this past Saturday night and decided to try out Ocean Prime; we've had a few underwhelming dining experiences in Cranford, so we were hoping to break the streak. I'd say we were successful in that regard, and this is probably one of the top two places I've been now in town, along with Garlic Rose. Even if you didn't have access to the menu, this just LOOKS like an upper-class steakhouse - lots of darker interior colors with deliberate use of lighting almost like the aisles in a movie theater. We did the responsible thing and made 6:30pm reservations, though the restaurant was relatively empty when we first got there (it filled up for sure during our dinner). We were immediately seated and attended to, which was a pleasant recurring theme for our experience. On the booze front, we each got an Old Fashioned, which was specifically cited on the cocktail menu, and a bottle of Daou Cab Sauvignon to share (I let my chum take the lead on that selection, which I think was influenced by the strong reviews on the Vivino app - a recommend if you're into that sort of thing). The Old-Fashioned was decent; I'm always pleased when the de facto bourbon is Angel's Envy. I'm not crazy about vermouth, which I always think gives off shoe leather vibes, but I did like the smoky profile on this one. Not bad at all, but I liked the bottle of wine better. We decided to split the Grilled Octopus app, which came with seasoned potatoes, olives and tomatoes. This was arguably the weakest part of the meal. The octopus was a little tough/rubbery and the accompanying potatoes to me were very much needed and better, frankly, than the designated star of the show here. I'm not an olive person but my chum's comment there was they were too overwhelming, taste-wise. Noted. We also got a side of parmesan truffle garlic steak fries, which I didn't have too many of because I was distracted by all of the other options on the table, but would totally get again. For entrees, it felt morally proper to hit up the cattle (when in Rome). I went with the Braised Short Ribs, which is one of my go-tos if it's on the menu. Pretty good - VERY tender and literally falling off the bone. I'd say about 20% of it was too fatty for me, and I pawned that section off on my chum, but the other 80% was primo. She got the Filet Mignon Oscar style (which my computer wanted to autocorrect to Oscars, thinking it was the umpteenth time I was typing something about the Academy Awards), and was very pleased by it. Not mindblowingly amazing but solidly above average across the board. I'm not sure why we ordered dessert at this point other than to ensure I had something else to munch on the following day, but we did that too. I got the Cheesecake w/ Marionberry Compote. This was just okay for me. Taste-wise, the cheesecake seemed a little off for my palate; maybe a little too tart? It didn't seem as milky as other cheesecakes, which doesn't necessarily mean it was bad, but wasn't my kind of cheesecake. The compote was also just okay, both in the moment and as a leftover the following day. Maybe I'm just used to getting this dessert with strawberries and compotes that are similar to that type of fruit, but I just didn't think the compote and cake meshed as well. Debatable though. There's room for improvement but this is a strong entry in the Cranford gastro scene, such as it is.

Decided to give Ocean Prime another try since I have not been since they first opened and I was…read morepleasantly surprised. Made a reservation for Friday night. clams casino were tasty a tad dry clams whole beneath breadcrumb. The strip steak stood out cooked to perfection and seasoned just right. I got chimichurri with the steak it was great fresh addition. My wife enjoyed the chicken milanese. The sides - broccoli raab and truffle fries. Fries were thick and tasteless. But overall enjoyed my meal and will visit again. Cool ambiance and extensive wine menu. Server was attentive.

I have visited this restaurant a few times over the last 30 years. They do have fresh seafood and…read morethe wait staff is very attentive. There is a nice 1970's "local seaside restaurant" vibe here. Sometimes I feel as if I'm dining in someone's home here. Owner is very nice. The fish I've had is usually very good. It's BYOB and NOT wheelchair accessible, as there is a large step at the entrance & steep steps to the downstairs bathroom.

The ambiance was cozy and welcoming. The soft lighting and comfortable seating made it perfect for…read morea relaxed evening with friends." The food was delicious and the service was great

This is one of my favorite places! The restaurant is very…read morewell decorated and has a real classy Italian modern vibe (with an incredible outdoor area in the summer). Staff is very professional and friendly, always making sure everyone is having a good time. Honestly, all the food is great here but some of my favorites are definitely the carpaccio and calamari appetizer (the calamari is the BEST I ever had, hands down) and their coffee panacota for dessert is also out of this world, just amazing! If you are a bread lover just know they make their own bread in house. 5 stars always!

I went here for lunch today with my husband and brother-in-law. The ambiance outside was very nice…read more It reminded me of the islands. The food, however, is another story. For appetizers, we got zucchini chips, fried calamari and mussels. The calamari was fried too hard and it had a very salty, spicy Chilean type sauce over it. The zucchini chips were thinly sliced, lightly battered with Parmesan cheese sprinkled over them. They were decent but nothing to write home about. In fact, after having about six or seven of the zucchini chips I began to experience heartburn from the grease. For entrees, my husband had the chicken parm. He said it was too thick and should have been flattened more before frying. It was also very breaded. My brother-in-law ordered the chicken and waffles and he said the chicken tasted day old so after having a bite of one piece of the chicken he pushed the chicken aside and called it a day. I called the waiter over and informed him about the chicken tasting day old. He didn't try to change it out or take it off the bill or get a manager. He just apologized by saying I'm sorry. My crab Mac and Cheese was decent. It wasn't seasoned the way I would have liked but the huge, plentiful chunks of crab made up for that. I ate a third of my dish and packed the rest for home where I will doctor it up to my taste. I've never been to this particular restaurant before. The only reason we came today is because my brother-in-law was here on business and staying at a hotel in the area.

I absolutely love the raw bar.....!!! and, the Happy Hour is a welcomed offer in these times of…read morerevolving door inflation. PERIOD

A great spot to try oysters as the collection is very extensive! Best thing is that all oysters…read moreduring happy hour!! The highlight of the night was definitely the pork chop. It was extremely tender and juicy. The truffle Parmesan fries were crispy and addicting and paired perfectly with the chop. Every dish was delicious! Staff were nice and very attentive. There is a parking lot in the back which is super convenient!

Celebrated my moms birthday at Limani today! Food was delicious, service was excellent and they…read moreaccommodated all of my requests before and during the party. We had a great time :)

Absolutely fabulous. Tonight, was Seafood night. Ordered the Seafood Feast. Complete with 2 lobster…read moretails, raw oysters on each tier, Shrimp, and king crab legs. Service was amazing. Staff, and Management, very friendly.

Ordered the hook and reel special w their special sauce & spice level was SPICY. Tasted amazing!!!!…read moreOne large boil was great for my sister, mom, & I. Server was very kind and nice from the beginning. Will be back again

Seafood in a bag , it could be messy and fun at the same time. Wear your plastic gloves and the…read moreplastic bibs and dive in your meal. Nice to experience a barehanded meal. No utensils. The service was fast and good. Imani did a nice job!

We made it to Perla Oyster Bar for the first time last night, and wow -- it was worth the wait…read more Every item we ordered stood out with its own unique flavors, and we genuinely enjoyed each one. Our waitress was so sweet and welcoming, which added to the great vibe. Since I had requested a regular table when booking, we were seated in the back with a comfortable, semi-private space that made the whole experience even better. We're already talking about our next visit. Absolutely recommend!

Perla is a small corner venue on a Main Street in Maplewood. The parking situation is crappy, but…read moreit is free when you find it. They are BYOB with high top seating, "bar area" seating, & some regular tables in the back. Service was friendly & knowledgeable. A great experience all around. We had the Oysters Kilpatrick (a current special), Oysters on the 1/2 shell which we upgraded to one of the seasonal specials, the Broiled, & Shrimp Cocktail. Grades: Oysters Kilpatrick: A+ Oysters on the 1/2 shell (Brined & Shine): A Broiled: A+ Shrimp Cocktail: A

Was passing thru Newark airport and stopped for something to eat…read more Found this restaurant on yelp. Nice corner restaurant. Very loud as all the tables were full. The food was great and huge proportions. Nice wine selection as well. The staff were friendly and attentive. You can tell this a locals favorite along with travelers.

As a Yelper, it's hard for a restaurant to grab "favorite" status. Feels like we've reached that…read morepoint with O Pipo! This place makes my weekend! Kind of place you look forward to when you know you're going. Just got home from an awesome Sunday dinner. Roasted suckling pig with a zesty pepper sauce was delicious! Grilled octopus entree as an appetizer? Why not! Fantastic amount of perfectly cooked octopus! Skirt steak for my wife and steak and egg for one of my daughters, excellent quality! Salad, cheese, dessert, leftovers for a couple of days! Place cannot be beat! Incredible staff!

Its clean inside and people are friendly. Been wanting to try this spot. Placed an order to go -…read moreraw oysters and fried fish sandwich Really solid order!!! Smells so good and fresh!

Love the portions. Usually it's quiet in here but the food is really good. Very flavorful and great…read moreto get messy with your food and chat with friends and family. Service is mediocre. Ambiance mom and pop design style.

Been here multiple times. Each time, I enjoyed my stay here. The decor is interesting. But, There…read moreis a lot of space and they can accommodate large groups. My friend's cover band (Dizzy Cats) play here twice a month. It's such a cool vibe whenever they play. Their bartender is really good. She gets the drinks out promptly and they flavors are on point. The waiting staff, however, can be a bit challenging to get their attention. But, but once you get them, they are very attentive. The food is very good and affordable. I haven't had a bad dish, yet. This last time, I had the grilled salmon with sweet potato fries. My wife had the seafood pasta, while my buddy had the baked flounder. They were very tasty. It's definitely a joint worth checking out.

Went here for an early dinner on Sunday. Location is very accessible from GSP and has lots of…read moreparking. We were seated right away. Spacious seating area with a bar in the middle of the restaurant. Lots of food choices. We ordered the weekly special which is a pound of shrimps (head off) and a snow crab cluster in a juicy cajun sauce. We also got the crabmeat fried rice. The seafood was really cooked goid and the fried rice tastes really great. And the total amount is less than $50 which is already great deal fir a seafood dinner. Will definitely come back here again and check out their other nenu items.