Food: good cookery on the seafood; decent portions…read more Service: friendly, accommodating Ambiance: clean, nautical theme

This seafood chain is the perfect punctuation mark to an excursion to the Short Hills Mall -- well…read moremannered, overpriced and perfectly coiffed. Like many of their patrons, the Lobster Roll must have prepared by a gifted cosmetic surgeon... so beautiful... I didn't even want to touch it. The fare was however, delicious as was the Lobster Bisque. Solvency preludes making a habit of the place but an occasional visit to a Mall that sells $750 ornamental driftwood demands an equivalent investment in tasty dining. Four solid stars.

Met friends here for dinner. Good local Mediterranean joint. BYOB! We started with a house salad…read morespecial which was incredibly fresh. For mains we got Gnocchi Caprese, Milanese Pork, meatballs Cavatelli Angus Beef, and linguine with shrimp . All were good and the kitchen cooperated on customizing our meal. (Swapping cheeses and gluten free pasta for one diner). Service was good. For dessert we got Tiramisu, Affogato, and butterscotch Budino which were all good. Normally the Budino is chocolate but they were out and subbed in butterscotch which I love. That butterscotch should be on the menu all the time. Espresso was good as were cappuccinos. Plenty of parking available. Hadn't been here in a long time but they always satisfy.

The food was surprisingly good. Everything was tasty from the fried calamari to the salads to the…read morepastas. We went on a Thursday night and the place was packed. There was only one waitress and a kid who was her assistant. It felt stressful just watching them try to take care of the entire dining room. We waited a while for everything- water, bread, food. At first the mains came out before the appetizers and we had to send them back-not sure if those sat under the heat lamps. I wish they had more staff and presented a calmer, more enjoyable vibe. But I will be back bc the main event is always the food and it was good.

Popped in to grab a bite and it was good. Limited seating space and paper plates which makes me…read morethink it's more of a to-go spot but had zero issues with dining in. Service was quick and friendly. Food was really good. We got a kani salad which was massive, my GF got a spicy tuna roll and a California rolls. I got the Yummy Roll (I think? Shrimp tempura, kani, crunch, and eel sauce). We both came away saying we'd get them all again. Seemed to be decent quality seafood, no fishy smell or taste. It's a hike from South Orange but any time we need food after a visit to the Mall at Short Hills, we plan on stopping by Tokyo Sushi to fulfill that need.

We did a pickup order and decided to go with a platter, which we thought was well worth the cost…read morefor the amount of sushi given. We also kept some on the side to eat later on. The sushi platter had 25 sushi pieces plus the rolls we ordered and we thought that was great! It was prepared very well and packaged just as well. The staff was kind and diligent in their work. The shop also has a frozen yogurt and bubble tea selections. Quite a bit going on here. Only a handful of tables to sit and eat at and there were tables outside for use. I could see us getting a smaller meal, maybe a lunch, and eating outside quickly under the sun. Definitely coming back!

Street parking or public municipal parking…read more I admit we were a little skeptical to try a Mexican spot in Chatham. I must say this is a nice gem in town. We needed a good authentic Mexican spot in Chatham boro. We ate on a Saturday night, busy but not too busy. We were seated right away, and were brought chips and salsa. Our drinks and food order came fast too. I ordered the chicken w mole enchiladas, it was a 10/10. My mouth was salivating from the flavors. The shrimp tacos were phenomenal also, corn tortillas are the way to go. Highly recommend. Very family friendly. The staff were very friendly as well! We will definitely come back to this gem. Can't believe it took us this long!

I wasn't offered the lunch specials menu. The chips tasted…read morevery stale and served with jarred tasting salsa. The mole enchiladas were barely warm. The flavor of the rice tasted way off, beans were okay. Lettuce with tomatoes did not taste fresh. I can see why no one was dining for lunch.

We came to Fin Raw Bar & Kitchen for what we hoped would be a special, romantic date night. While…read morethe seafood was fresh and nicely presented, the overall experience fell short for us -- especially considering the price point. For a BYOB, our bill came to just under $160 for two entrées, one appetizer, and a dozen oysters. The oysters were $42/dozen, my scallop crab corn salsa special was $47, and the swordfish was $39 -- all of which felt more like fine dining NYC prices than suburban BYOB rates. What really impacted our night, though, was how rushed we felt. From start to finish, our dinner lasted just about an hour. Plates were cleared quickly, the next course arrived almost immediately, and it didn't feel like there was room to linger or enjoy a slower-paced evening together. This was surprising because the restaurant wasn't even full. We left feeling like we had paid for a premium, leisurely dining experience but instead got an expensive, hurried meal. Unfortunately, it just didn't deliver the atmosphere or value we were hoping for.

Food was very good. I recommend. Nice selection. Nice room. Wait staff was very good.read more

Met a potential business associate for dinner on a Thursday night. My first visit, his local…read morehangout. Had to circle for parking and finally found a spot on the street. Stepped into a packed entryway and bar area. Gave my name and was told the wait was 30-40 minutes. My associate was running late so all good. I thought that the buzz in the room was a great sign for what was to come but I was wrong. The room was electric. The service was friendly and attentive but the food? Just meh. I wanted to like it but it was bland and underwhelming. I ordered the Crabcake Sandwich (as recommended) and my guest ordered the Club Sandwich. Both were mid. Even the fries (both the regular and the sweet potato fries) were nothing special. Super disappointed in a local "hot spot", and left wondering why?

A centrally located, benign tavern with inexpensive cocktails, indoor and sidewalk seating,…read moreAmerican-style food, and good, if not cravable or especially yummy dishes. On a Saturday at noon, our party of 3 was sat indoors immediately. I'd say the place was 80-90% full. They had wraps, soups, salads, and burgers on the menu. It's worth observing that there were no specials on offer. It's not that kind of place. I liked the crabby waffle fries, even if the seasoning was pretty heavy. My chicken Caesar wrap was crouton-forward. It was nice, but I wish it'd been more chicken and parm heavy. Our table split some onion rings that had absolutely dangerously tasty breading and almost no onions. The vibe inside was that of satisfied, talkative guests. All in all, I'd call Bottle Hill a place to grab a casual meal that won't disappoint.

Very authentic Malaysian dishes. I will also recommend their wide vegetarian options. On Sunday,…read morethey also offer Cantonese dim sum. What I also like is the free street parking. Highly recommend.

This was a spot specializing in Malaysian dishes in a comfortable dining room. The place was…read morepretty empty when I attended. The menu was large while the service was appreciated. For a starter, the crispy chicken spring rolls ($9.99?) were ordered. It was a classic chicken spring roll with a creamy Sriracha sauce on top. There was also some veggies that occupied the plate. This was solid. The spring roll came out hot and had just enough chicken. The Sriracha sauce was not too spicy either. For an entrée, I had the Sambal eggplant ($18.99?). It was topped with a spicy tamarind sauce. This was exactly what I wanted at the time. The thin eggplant slices were nicely prepared with plenty of sauce. It was a good amount of eggplant too. The sauce had a very slight kick, but nothing overpowering. The tamarind must have offset the spicy portion more than I would have thought. Will I go back? I would.

So romantic and so delish!! Open almost 30 years! Classic French food at its finest! The service is…read moreamazing and I love the atmosphere best chocolate tart I ever had!!!!

I stopped in for tonight's special and grabbed a seat at the bar. What can I say? Serenade never…read moredisappoints! Cheers to the new bartender, Ethan! He was welcoming, knowledgeable, and took the time to walk us through the menu and drinks. Outstanding service from start to finish. Wishing him nothing but success!

Chatham location opened in 1995 with other locations in Tribeca and Montville, NJ. It's in a 1740s…read morefarmhouse offering Northern Italian style dishes. I first heard about it from a friend and nearly missed it because the place looks like a private home on Main Street. I love that they offer a 4 course prix fixe menu for $72 which really differentiates itself & offers genuine authentic Italian meals without the Italian American twist so many places lean on. The service was also amazing. AMAZING spot for a family dinner or to impress the parents.

Romantic Italian Dinner spot with a 5 course pre-fixed menu of delicious selections. The small spot…read moreboasts various awards, although many from over 20 years ago, but still lives up to a unique experience for small parties and date nights. The price point matches the exquisite service, ambiance, and menu items that will impress any dinner party or date. Dishes such as the Butternut Agnolotti are unique and flavorfully crafted for this experience and I highly recommend. I will find time to be back!

A glorious fever dream! Tapas galore! No full bar? Who cares? Four flavors of Sangria (red, white,…read moreblue w/Curaçao, passionfruit- naturally delicious!) and wine. With a google same day reservation, I rolled in with my little family of four and my mother-in-law. Gabriella, the chef's wife, treated us like family and every dish tasted like a hug. Highlights were the zesty Peruvian Ceviche (save bread for the sauce), tasty Steak Yucca Fries, and Berenjena con Miel - eggplant drizzled with honey and goat cheese. The Calamari was crispy and delicious even without the tentacles. Dessert was a victory lap with a smooth and creamy Flan, perfectly crunchy Churros, and Lemon Sorbet that looked like Olaf doing hot yoga. Then came free homemade limoncello to end the meal. It was bright, balanced, and dangerously good! We waddled out with joy! NOTES/TIPS: **Great solo, dates, friends, family. **Huge menu w/several vegetarian options and kids menu. **Wine and sangria available. **Gendered restrooms. Wheelchair-accessible. Indoor/outdoor seating. Warm modern vibes. **For 3 adults and 2 kids with their spaghetti and meatballs, 7 small plates left us very full. **Street parking if you're lucky, parking decks nearby. **Reservations recommended.

An Italian and Argentine tapas restaurant, small shop that had first-come, first-serve seating…read morealong with some Opentable stuff online that you could reserve at. Service was top-notch, folks came back to help us pack up extras and also check on us multiple times. Stopped in on a hot day, tried a bunch: Pitcher of white sangria was a lovely cool sip, just about right for four of us per pitcher. Tapas/apps: - Special baked oyster fondue was only ok (reminded me of Oyster Rockefeller but not as flavorful and the cheese was mostly on the plate, not on the oyster); they had 3 on the plate and they noticed and had them make up a 4th for the 4th person at the table. Great service for that notice and sending a fourth one out - good touch. - Papas bravos was a good fingerling potato in a creme - Grilled octopus was ok - Peruvian ceviche was a touch too sour for me, but others liked it - had another potato dish but wasn't sure what it was called; just ok Mains, also shared: - Short ribs rigatoni was good, but not as good as the one at Ferraro's that I had earlier in the month - Seafood paella - not sure if this is a regional difference, but I'm used to having the crispy rice along the outside of the pan, crunch and savory -- the inside rice and shrimp, sausage and clams were ok, but missing the texture expected of a hot pan of paella rice, so left feeling like I missed out of something Dessert - churros were solid, with dulce de leche - lava cake was ok, not much melting (more like a little chocolate melted in the center but not enough to ooze out), but the chocolate cake was good, and the vanilla ice cream to the top always a good touch - they had a special fruit mix in a pastry shell - good fruit mix and the ice cream below was good - pastry was just ok, maybe needed something more like a napoleon's layers instead of being like a fried skin which ended up being a bit stuck in the teeth Overall great service, a mix of dishes that sometimes hit the mark and others missed, but will come here to try some other dishes that people at the table next to us ordered - the steak looked good, as did the fish!