Ciao Poke

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David H.

It's remarkable that I could be as excited for a poke bowl as when I was first introduced to it 8 years ago. Over the years, the novelty factor has worn off, prices gone up, and the ingredients dwindled. I didn't stop by Ciao Poke with high hopes and I was wrong. Ciao Poke rebooted the ingredients list and added more. I saw double the normal choices for proteins, and I was so happy to see lotus chips which was removed from my go-to poke joint years ago. I was also delighted to see, for the first time, Furikake for crunches, Oshinko for mix-ins, and both Kani and Hijiki salads in addition to the normal seaweed salad for toppings. The interior area is also an upgrade to my traditional poke joint experience. It's not takeout only or small ad hoc eating area, but a spacious trendy dining space. Lastly, the size of the bowl is also among the largest I have seen, and for a very seasonable price of $13.50. Yes, I will be back!!!

Emily Y.

A nice casual spot to go to for a quick meal. The interior is very modern, with a nice and cute seating area. The parking is very limited - you may have better luck parking at H-mart across the parking lot. I love that they have unlimited toppings and sauces for your poke bowl, and even an option with black rice as your base. Quality control is not the best - the miso was extra salty when I had it and typically, they mix the protein in your choice of sauce separately, but did not do it this time. Overall, I would recommend this place for a quick meal, but their fish and toppings taste pretty average.

Matcha Green T.

Ciao Poke has been my go-to poke place for about a year because of it's great quality and price but in my most recent delivery order I asked if they could set aside a piece of my salmon for my cat recovering from surgery and they delivered!! She absolutely loved the salmon :)

Maggie H.

Clean and shared space with mango mango. I like how they give you a free cup of miso soup. The available proteins are more than basic, beyond fresh tuna, fresh salmon, spicy tuna, spicy salmon, shrimp, tofu, and chicken. You have to pay extra for avocado though. Toppings are unlimited and you can get as many as you want. I love the zucchini noodles option, and I think it is uncommon for poke places to have this. It was very filling, and I ate it so quickly because of how delicious and fresh it was.

Garnet L.

It was a Sunday evening. One table was dining-in. Our friends were first in line and they ordered the tuna bowls from the signature category. The staff didn't make their bowl and they had to wait half an hour because there was another party of five on the line that ordered create your own bowl. I ended up helping my friend by waving the staff her attention since she is the only one making the bowls for the other party. There was another guy in the kitchen prepping and cutting the salmon, then went back to the kitchen. There's no team work and understaff. The young lady apologized and said that she is new. She did fixed the issue by giving our friends drinks. Luckily, there wasn't any additional people walking in, so she finally made my friends order. It's not fair that my friends who was first in line didn't get their food. They had to wait for everyone else who ordered "create your own bowls". The owner should make sure their staff is trained well enough. The food was average.

Simer C.

Ambiance: (5/5) Nice restaurant. I didn't sit to eat. Price: (4/5) Prices seem average for the area. Food: (4/5) I enjoyed the rice bowl I got. I chose white rice but would like to try black rice as well. You can get 2 or 3 proteins and then whatever toppings you want. The sauce options are also great. Service: (5/5) Service is great!

Karen K.

A new restaurant located in the ever so busy hmart complex. We love poke so we were eager to try this out. They are similar to other poke places where you can build your own bowl or just order one of their signature bowls. I opted for the signature salmon bowl. At first glance, the bowl was packed with items. But once I started eating, I noticed there really wasn't much salmon. The pieces were very small and there was way more rice than needed. My husband's order was the same in regards to his tuna. The price for the signature bowl, $13.50, was the same price as a build your own bowl with 2 proteins yet we feel like we should have received 2 portions of the protein although it was the same protein. That was our one and only gripe. I would go with the build you own bowl next time and pass on the signature bowls. The interior is nicely decorated and very clean. Parking is an issue on weekends and Friday nights.

My rice bowl compared to my husband. He got more toppings but u can see the fish pieces.

Juliana T.

This place recently opened next to the Hmart and Kura plaza in Edison. Walking in the place looks super clean and has a very modern vibe. It's connected to Mango Mango from the back part of the shop. There's plenty of seating. Today I came after work and I was greeted with a smile as we ordered our rice bowls. I requested my two proteins, the worker put one of my proteins out in a plastic bowl and was stingy with the pieces. He practically gave me like 5 pieces of fish. Compared to my husband who had a female worker and she did a great job and gave him a decent amount of fish and rice. I hope the owner sees this and knows that being cheap with the fish will only drive the clients away.. I did see someone else mentioned this on their yelp review. Instead of using an extra plastic bowl to mix, use that money to supply more fish or retrain the staff and let them know that this only pushes people away. All in all I would come back and re-do my review only if I can get a decent amount of fish on my bowl. The food is good and I was very happy with the free miso soup that we got.

Unfriendly staff, Got a bowl they drowned it in spicy mayo, Gave this place three tries. Save ur money

Tiara R.

We were able to build our own poke bowls with 2 protein options, unlimited toppings & sauces. Came with free miso soup. About $14 per bowl. They pack the bowls very nicely. Portion of food is a lot which is awesome for the price! Very clean. Modern. Earth tones. Nice vibe. Quick & great service.

Kristine N.

This poke place just opened up in the HMart plaza, next to Kura and Lua. The interior looks clean and the decor is very modern and relaxing. As with other poke places, you choose what you want in your bowl/burrito and go down the line of toppings. There's a large variety of toppings to choose from, which feature items that I don't usually see at a poke place, such as white tuna, yellowtail, beets, hijiki, and shiitake mushrooms. The service is fast and friendly. I ordered a bowl with tuna and salmon, which comes with a cup of miso soup. The poke/fish portion was pretty small imo, but that's just what's standard at these poke places ;-; the bowl is pretty much a salad with some poke in it. I got the classic poke sauce and with the toppings, I'd say it was pretty flavorful, so it beats some other places in that regard.

Sophie G.

Ever since my friend and I first saw that the Hmart plaza was getting a poke bowl spot, we were dying to check it out. We finally got the chance to visit tonight and try the food. We went around 8:30 and had the place to ourselves. Right off the bat, I was very impressed by how clean the store was. There's plenty of seating and the interior is quite aesthetic. There are bathrooms at the back of the store, where it connects to Mango Mango (something to take note of if you want to get dessert after). There weren't any kiosks, so you had to order at the front (as an introvert this scared me a lot). I customized my bowl and it's similar to how you order at Chipotle -- you pick a base, protein, toppings, sauce, and you get free miso soup (which was a bit salty but I won't complain about free food!). I also really liked how they had clear labels for all the ingredients, which made it super easy to order. Our food was not bad. I liked how we can customize our bowl and get a variety of different flavors, but I felt the balance of rice to fish to toppings was off. There was too much rice and not enough protein or sauce for my personal taste so it ended up a little bland in some bites (I also had a lot of rice left over). Overall though, I really enjoyed the visit and recommend you try this spot out for yourself.

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Katarina L.

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After a day at Island Spa, I took to Yelp to find a place nearby to satiate my poke/sushi craving. Luckily, Ciao Poke was in the same shopping area! I didn't even have to move my car. I popped in around 3ish and ordered the salmon poke bowl. It came loaded with so many delicious toppings, and I love that they make it right in front of you. If something isn't your favorite or you'd like to replace it with something else, it seems like it would be a simple swap to do. I was asked if I'd like to add extra protein for an additional charge and opted not to, but it is something I would do in the future. The one scoop of salmon in my bowl was on the smaller side than expected. I loved that my poke bowl came with some delicious miso soup! For ~$14 it was a great lunch. The space is clean, open and bright. The entire wall is lined with tables so I decided to stay and enjoy my lunch not on the go. my A perfect place for a solo lunch. Enjoy! read more

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Nan S.

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I have only ordered takeout, but I love the variety of toppings they offer if you want to customize your poke bowl! The amount and pricing are very reasonable! I will say that since they offer so many toppings that it would be much easier for the customer to use a tablet kiosk ordering system so that they know what options are available and can make it easier to list it out for both parties! I was a little overwhelmed the one time I ordered at the store itself vs using their online ordering option. They have a nice eating area though! read more

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Kim Y.

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Since moving to New Jersey, Ciao Poke has become our go-to spot for fresh, flavorful poke bowls -- and for good reason. It's one of the few places that captures that same quality and balance we used to love at our favorite poke spots in the city. The ingredients are consistently fresh, from the sashimi-grade fish to the vibrant toppings and sauces that tie everything together. One of the hardest to find in New Jersey poke stores is kani salad as a topping. Here, the kani salad isn't counted as an extra protein, but rather as a topping -- a small detail that makes a big difference and shows how thoughtfully the menu is designed. We also love that they offer unique protein options like white tuna and yellowtail, which are rare finds at many poke places. Located in a busy mall shared with H Mart and Island Spa, it's perfectly convenient for grabbing a quick lunch or an easy dinner while running errands. Whether you're a poke enthusiast or just craving something light and fresh, Ciao Poke delivers every time. read more

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Rachael P.

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This is not the best-priced or best-quality poke in the area, but it has decent options in a convenient location at the Hmart Plaza. The hand rolls are good, and I typically order the two-roll combo with miso soup ($11.50) unless I'm hungry enough for three ($16.50). They're pretty generous with fish portions and usually throw in a free sauce or side, like soup with your bowl. I haven't tried the fried options, but there are interesting chicken and fries flavors such as seaweed and cheese curry that I've heard good things about. It usually isn't too busy, and the seating is nice and spacious. read more

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David H.

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It's remarkable that I could be as excited for a poke bowl as when I was first introduced to it 8 years ago. Over the years, the novelty factor has worn off, prices gone up, and the ingredients dwindled. I didn't stop by Ciao Poke with high hopes and I was wrong. Ciao Poke rebooted the ingredients list and added more. I saw double the normal choices for proteins, and I was so happy to see lotus chips which was removed from my go-to poke joint years ago. I was also delighted to see, for the first time, Furikake for crunches, Oshinko for mix-ins, and both Kani and Hijiki salads in addition to the normal seaweed salad for toppings. The interior area is also an upgrade to my traditional poke joint experience. It's not takeout only or small ad hoc eating area, but a spacious trendy dining space. Lastly, the size of the bowl is also among the largest I have seen, and for a very seasonable price of $13.50. Yes, I will be back!!! read more

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Emily Y.

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A nice casual spot to go to for a quick meal. The interior is very modern, with a nice and cute seating area. The parking is very limited - you may have better luck parking at H-mart across the parking lot. I love that they have unlimited toppings and sauces for your poke bowl, and even an option with black rice as your base. Quality control is not the best - the miso was extra salty when I had it and typically, they mix the protein in your choice of sauce separately, but did not do it this time. Overall, I would recommend this place for a quick meal, but their fish and toppings taste pretty average. read more

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Matcha Green T.

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Ciao Poke has been my go-to poke place for about a year because of it's great quality and price but in my most recent delivery order I asked if they could set aside a piece of my salmon for my cat recovering from surgery and they delivered!! She absolutely loved the salmon :) read more

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Betty Y.

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Not bad. Not the best but not bad at all. It is still fresher than the poke you can find by my apartment (86th st in Brooklyn). I ordered double salmon for most of my bowls. It is great that they have vegan protein options because then I did not have to go elsewhere specially for my mom after getting everyone else's food. Service however, was not the best. Staff was very robotic-like. No expressions and pretty monotone. I also asked for more sauce in one of the bowls a couple times but she completely ignored me. Fridays are supposedly only $12 so if I am ever visiting my parents on a Friday, I would definitly go give them another try. Hopefully service will be slightly better the next time around. read more

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Maggie H.

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Clean and shared space with mango mango. I like how they give you a free cup of miso soup. The available proteins are more than basic, beyond fresh tuna, fresh salmon, spicy tuna, spicy salmon, shrimp, tofu, and chicken. You have to pay extra for avocado though. Toppings are unlimited and you can get as many as you want. I love the zucchini noodles option, and I think it is uncommon for poke places to have this. It was very filling, and I ate it so quickly because of how delicious and fresh it was. read more

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Garnet L.

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It was a Sunday evening. One table was dining-in. Our friends were first in line and they ordered the tuna bowls from the signature category. The staff didn't make their bowl and they had to wait half an hour because there was another party of five on the line that ordered create your own bowl. I ended up helping my friend by waving the staff her attention since she is the only one making the bowls for the other party. There was another guy in the kitchen prepping and cutting the salmon, then went back to the kitchen. There's no team work and understaff. The young lady apologized and said that she is new. She did fixed the issue by giving our friends drinks. Luckily, there wasn't any additional people walking in, so she finally made my friends order. It's not fair that my friends who was first in line didn't get their food. They had to wait for everyone else who ordered "create your own bowls". The owner should make sure their staff is trained well enough. The food was average. read more

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Bushra H.

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Got takeout poke here and it was very good! I like that they have a lot of options for those to like traditional poke and those who are a bit squeamish about it. Everything is very customizable, and I think it is reasonably priced. I would order direct instead of online. The poke I got was very fresh and tasty. The storefront itself is very nice and inviting. It would be a good spot to catch up with an old friend. Maybe not great for a large group. The main challenge will be parking as it's in a very busy plaza but otherwise it's a nice spot. read more

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Simer C.

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Ambiance: (5/5) Nice restaurant. I didn't sit to eat. Price: (4/5) Prices seem average for the area. Food: (4/5) I enjoyed the rice bowl I got. I chose white rice but would like to try black rice as well. You can get 2 or 3 proteins and then whatever toppings you want. The sauce options are also great. Service: (5/5) Service is great! read more

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Karen K.

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A new restaurant located in the ever so busy hmart complex. We love poke so we were eager to try this out. They are similar to other poke places where you can build your own bowl or just order one of their signature bowls. I opted for the signature salmon bowl. At first glance, the bowl was packed with items. But once I started eating, I noticed there really wasn't much salmon. The pieces were very small and there was way more rice than needed. My husband's order was the same in regards to his tuna. The price for the signature bowl, $13.50, was the same price as a build your own bowl with 2 proteins yet we feel like we should have received 2 portions of the protein although it was the same protein. That was our one and only gripe. I would go with the build you own bowl next time and pass on the signature bowls. The interior is nicely decorated and very clean. Parking is an issue on weekends and Friday nights. read more

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Fan Y.

Thank you for your feedback. We have been insisting on better…

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Trying to find a pescetarian-friendkly resto open on a Tuesday was not easy in Highland Park/Edison! But Ciao Poke came to the rescue. Sweet, fast, friendly staff and wow the salmon poke bowl was as good as any I've had in the US mainland or Hawai'i. Super fresh ingredients and the staffer threw in free miso soup on the side. And first time I had easy parking in the H-Mart shopping plaza lot since they added the two new buildings. read more

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Juliana T.

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This place recently opened next to the Hmart and Kura plaza in Edison. Walking in the place looks super clean and has a very modern vibe. It's connected to Mango Mango from the back part of the shop. There's plenty of seating. Today I came after work and I was greeted with a smile as we ordered our rice bowls. I requested my two proteins, the worker put one of my proteins out in a plastic bowl and was stingy with the pieces. He practically gave me like 5 pieces of fish. Compared to my husband who had a female worker and she did a great job and gave him a decent amount of fish and rice. I hope the owner sees this and knows that being cheap with the fish will only drive the clients away.. I did see someone else mentioned this on their yelp review. Instead of using an extra plastic bowl to mix, use that money to supply more fish or retrain the staff and let them know that this only pushes people away. All in all I would come back and re-do my review only if I can get a decent amount of fish on my bowl. The food is good and I was very happy with the free miso soup that we got. read more

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Fan Y.

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Emily F.

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Unfriendly staff, Got a bowl they drowned it in spicy mayo, Gave this place three tries. Save ur money read more

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Tiara R.

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We were able to build our own poke bowls with 2 protein options, unlimited toppings & sauces. Came with free miso soup. About $14 per bowl. They pack the bowls very nicely. Portion of food is a lot which is awesome for the price! Very clean. Modern. Earth tones. Nice vibe. Quick & great service. read more

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Kristine N.

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This poke place just opened up in the HMart plaza, next to Kura and Lua. The interior looks clean and the decor is very modern and relaxing. As with other poke places, you choose what you want in your bowl/burrito and go down the line of toppings. There's a large variety of toppings to choose from, which feature items that I don't usually see at a poke place, such as white tuna, yellowtail, beets, hijiki, and shiitake mushrooms. The service is fast and friendly. I ordered a bowl with tuna and salmon, which comes with a cup of miso soup. The poke/fish portion was pretty small imo, but that's just what's standard at these poke places ;-; the bowl is pretty much a salad with some poke in it. I got the classic poke sauce and with the toppings, I'd say it was pretty flavorful, so it beats some other places in that regard. read more

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Sophie G.

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Ever since my friend and I first saw that the Hmart plaza was getting a poke bowl spot, we were dying to check it out. We finally got the chance to visit tonight and try the food. We went around 8:30 and had the place to ourselves. Right off the bat, I was very impressed by how clean the store was. There's plenty of seating and the interior is quite aesthetic. There are bathrooms at the back of the store, where it connects to Mango Mango (something to take note of if you want to get dessert after). There weren't any kiosks, so you had to order at the front (as an introvert this scared me a lot). I customized my bowl and it's similar to how you order at Chipotle -- you pick a base, protein, toppings, sauce, and you get free miso soup (which was a bit salty but I won't complain about free food!). I also really liked how they had clear labels for all the ingredients, which made it super easy to order. Our food was not bad. I liked how we can customize our bowl and get a variety of different flavors, but I felt the balance of rice to fish to toppings was off. There was too much rice and not enough protein or sauce for my personal taste so it ended up a little bland in some bites (I also had a lot of rice left over). Overall though, I really enjoyed the visit and recommend you try this spot out for yourself. read more

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Love the poke bowls, their new appetizers are even better. The chicken especially was so very juicy and fresh, the seasoning made it even better. The girl who checked me out was nice too. Ambiance was beautiful and peaceful, a place of peace in a chaotic plaza. Love it!!! read more

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Melissa S.

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I came towards the end of the night and the staff was attentive in helping me. I got a spicy bowl and I would say that there needed to be way more tuna in the bowl...but overall it was okay. The serving area was a bit messy and I think overall the handling of raw fish could be better. Not sure if I would come back. read more

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Came here before a spa visit for a quick meal. I got the spicy tuna bowl and it was very delicious! Very nice & clean atmosphere too. The complimentary miso soup was also super yummy. read more

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Pansy L.

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I got two hand rolls and a miso soup. A great pairing. They really loaded up on the sashimi. Cool atmosphere with lots of space to chill with friends. Service was great and very friendly. Since this is near other restaurants, it does get crowded during weekends and Fridays. Would recommend carpooling. read more

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Food is fresh and service is good! The location is clean and has a cool chill ambiance.

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1783 Lincoln Hwy
Unit 102
Edison, NJ 08817
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(732) 253-0162
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Hours

What time does Ciao Poke open?

Ciao Poke opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Ciao Poke close?

Ciao Poke closes at 9:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Ciao Poke closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 9:30 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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Does Ciao Poke serve alcohol?

Yes, Ciao Poke serves alcohol.

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Does Ciao Poke allow dogs?

Yes, Ciao Poke allows dogs.

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Does Ciao Poke have parking?

Yes, Ciao Poke has parking options. Validated Parking

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Does Ciao Poke have free WiFi?

Yes, Ciao Poke has free WiFi.

Review Highlights - Ciao Poke

“It's remarkable that I could be as excited for a poke bowl as when I was first introduced to it 8 years ago.”

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Harold's New York Deli

IYKYK...in case you don't...mind blown with the giant sized sandwiches and cake slices. Not that…read morehungry and selected a cup of chicken noodle soup , others had sandwiches (which was more than enough for 2-3 people to get full. They don't skip on portion sizes!!! I was shocked to see cakes that looked like wedding cakes!! Definitely on the pricey side, but well worth it. Gianni was our server and he did great for a party of 8. Everyone was pleased with their Harold's New York Deli experience. This was a first time experience for 6 of us, 2 return visitors (they recommended we stop to experience the good food). It was a pleasant atmosphere and restroom gets a 5 star on its own! Very clean and fresh! Harold's New York Deli definitely gets high recommendations to try.

I sadly discovered that when Harold (who personally ran the Deli every day) passed away he took the…read moredelicious pastrami to the grave with him. I was at Harolds yesterday. I've been there at least 2 dozen times. The place was empty like I've never seen before. Their signature Pastrami has always been top notch. Yesterday it was tastless, barely warm, water logged. We decided were never goingback and are on the hunt for a new Pastrami palace. Since Harold is not around to run it like he always has done so fo so many years; the folks running it cannot deliver the Deli experience I have craved for. I won't be surprised to learn they went out of business.

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Pickle Bar

Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake

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Pickle Bar 09/04/2025

Pink Lotus Restaurant

3-Star Review - Pink Lotus Cantonese, Metuchen, NJ…read more Stopped by Pink Lotus Cantonese Restaurant in Metuchen around 10 PM when not many other places were open, so the location was definitely convenient--right next to lots of shops. The space is nice with good seating and a clean, comfortable setup. Tried the stir-fried chili tofu, brown rice, and noodles. The noodles were the best part--flavorful and well-cooked. Unfortunately, the tofu was quite average with not much taste, and the brown rice was a bit too dry for our liking. Parking is tough around this place .. paid parking mostly . Overall, a decent late-night option if you're nearby, but the flavors could use a boost.

I don't understand why we were the only patrons in the restaurant on a Saturday night at 7pm…read more The FOOD, is the best Cantonese I've eaten in years! Crab Cheese Rangoon: 9/10 light amd delicious. Full of flavor without overstuffing it with cheese. Good ratio, served hot! Sesame Chicken: 9.5/10 fried perfectly without overbearing it. The sauce was not just sweet. The sesame comes through. Deliciously crispy outside and juicy inside. Roast Pork Fried Rice 10/10! This is hands down the BEST RPF I've tried. Full of scrambled eggs, roast pork, flavor and scallions (if you like scallions- you'll love this!) Beef n Broccoli: 9/10 tender bites, in a flavorful glazey brown sauce, with perfect ratio additions of sliced onion, carrots and broccoli. BBQ Spareribs: 8.5/10 : the flavor was on point, I like mine a little on the sticky side, but these did not disappoint! My hubbs raved over them (he gave it a 10/10) especially because he was craving good spareribs. This place has take out, I dont know about delivery, but make the trip, you won't regret it. The service was very friendly. The ambiance was for thr most part, quiet. There was a lot of noise coming from the floor above, mostly thumping. The place needs a little updating. I didn't care since the food was soooo good!

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Thai Basil Sauce With Baby Shrimp

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Menya Ramen House

The gloomy weather had us craving ramen. We came in about 40 minutes before closing and despite the…read moresmallish space, got seated right away. We opted for the two person deal. 3 apps and 2 mains for $55 - a great deal. For apps we shared the beef gyoza, chicken karaage and takoyaki. The gyoza was ok; the karaage was pretty good and the takoyaki was standard, but good. I had the tonkotsu and my husband had the spicy miso tonkotsu and we both added the ajitama (marinated egg). Both ramens were nice and hot but flavors were underwhelming. The pork itself was good. The noodles were just ok. The tonkotsu had heavy garlic flavor but I was expecting a heartier broth with rich pork flavored like I'm used to. The spicy miso tonkotsu had a kick but also could have been richer. For all the ravings I was expecting better flavors so we're slightly disappointed. Maybe it was an off night. They close at 8:30 so around 8:20 felt slight pressure to finish up (not in a rude way). The staff is nice and the restaurant is nice and bright.

stopped by here for an impromptu dinner with friends and i was very pleased! it's a very small and…read morecozy restaurant, so you will be in close proximity to the next party, but i enjoyed my food so much it didn't even matter. we ultimately chose the couple set because it was the most of value- two ramens and three appetizers for only $54.95 is a steal! ordered the spicy miso tonkotsu and swapped out the pork chashu for chicken with added ginger, and my friend did the spicy kaisen. the dumplings were so full of flavor and the ramen did not miss. i loved it so much i finished the entire bowl. i love ramen and have tried so many different types, so my you can trust my opinion! it's nice to know that this local spot not only has great quality ramen, but good service. i will definitely be returning

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Chicken Karaage

Fire & Flavor Grill

4.1

(55 reviews)

2.9 mi

Still delicious. I don't come here often enough and it's worth the drive. The chicken in garlic…read moresauce is my favorite. I could drink that garlic sauce. The staff is lovely and welcoming. There are a few nice tables inside. They moved tables around to accommodate all of our food. The free bread is delicious. Love the Portuguese soda. The pao de queijo wasn't the best - it's very clearly frozen and was very pale (semi new menu item). It was still tasty especially dipped into the garlic sauce but nothing beats the real stuff.

The food is the best. Every time I'm in Central Jersey, I make it my business to stop and pick up…read moredinner. I'm in South Jersey near Philly, and we don't have any restaurants to top Fire and Flavor. I met the owner, and she's the best. Your favorite customer, Todd.

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Chicken & pork Picadinho

Wonton Guy

Great little place!!! Great wonton (very large with…read moreshrimp!), great beef flank! Clean place, service was quick Nothing to complain about Love it!

Came here a couple weeks ago for lunch with work place proximity associate…read more there's a plenty of parking in the back shared with other restaurants. it's probably very busy during dinner time. Limit items in the me u but you can have different variations. you can have soup with or without noodles, wonton braised brisket, pork knuckle. I opted to try all three in a noodle soup. next time I'd probably back up for a large dish of the pork knuckle or brisket and a bowl of noodle soup with Wonton. service is fast. small cash discount.

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Interior - super casual

Egg noodle soup with beef brisket and shrimp wontons

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Complimentary hot tea

Sunmerry Bakery

In the world of renowned Goliaths like Paris Baguettes, this one will be a David…read more We randomly stopped by this place as our son wanted to have a cake. The place wasn't buzzing with crowd or have too many pastries and bakery items on display filling every isle but this place stood out for a a very naturally tasting cupcake which our kid absolutely loved. The staff was kind and I'll look forward to coming back here to taste some of the other cake options they offer. The parking is plenty as it's attached to a mall.

Our first time at an Asian bakery since moving to Jersey! I funny enough heard about this in…read morepassing and not long after, spotted this place in the same shopping center as the 99 Ranch in Edison and I made a pit stop there (hence no drinks) before going on a grocery run. It was at night on a Saturday so many of the shelves were empty but they still had a few things left. Sunmerry appears to be a chain but one that I have never visited before until now so I can't really comment on what they have, but I did manage to grab: MATCHA CLOUD DONUT - This reminded me vaguely of the im donut donuts I tried in NYC. Very soft and pillowy and filled to the brim with a lightly sweet, matcha filling. I honestly don't have anything negative to say about this. RED BEAN MATCHA BAGEL - it's a matcha dough with red bean filling BUT the filling doesn't go all the way around. It goes maybe 65% so if you're splitting this with someone like I did, fingers crossed you both get a decent amount. The bagel was soft and in a bagel shape but it lacked the chew of a bagel. The filling was nice and different but the matcha taste was subtle - if that. Overall, liked the idea, but I wanted more of a bagel chew than what I got and to taste the matcha better. Maybe even have a more even share of the red bean. COFFEE BRIOCHE LOAF - my husband liked this one! Which is good because I got it for him. This is quite good. Soft, lightly sweet with a coffee top. We ate this maybe 12 hours after and much of the top layer had "melted" and gotten on the cellophane but it was still delicious. Perfection. I definitely scraped off the coffee bits from the cellophane so it didn't go to waste. PINEAPPLE BUN W/ MILK - I grabbed this one thinking there was a filling inside and there wasn't. I don't know if the bun was placed in the wrong location or the name is telling me the bun isn't vegan but it's a good pineapple bun but without anything inside, it was a tad dry. Maybe it needs a pat of butter like they do in HK. MELON PAN - I haven't had this in a good long while so I got it for fun. It's smaller than the pineapple bun and the topping is a little sweeter - I remember crunching on sugar crystals. It's not bad but also not filled so it's a tiny bit on the dry side. The place has tables to the side where you can enjoy your goodies. I didn't stay too long but they definitely serve drinks and delicious cakes as well. The staff were nice and the place seemed on the dim side. Fingers crossed I can go back during the day to get a better idea of what they have! In the meantime, this is a good place for an Asian bakery fix. They do list out ingredients under the names of their baked goods so that's awesome! From what I could see, their baked goodies are likely not vegan or gluten-free friendly, though...

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Santa Clause Bread Pastry

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Mid-Autumn Festival is October 6th

Molly Tea

4.6

(21 reviews)

0.1 mi

Long wait maybe like 20mins for 2drinks, maybe too hype, the mango is sour but the ambiance is good.read more

It's a clean beautiful tea house with some seatings…read more The service was good and the staff was friendly. The tea, jasmine matcha looked pretty and tasted great.

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Got the last Molly Tea Mug (10% Off Soft Opening)

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Lua Vietnamese Cuisine

Lua Vietnamese in Edison pleasantly surprised us with both flavor and creativity…read more We ordered the beef pho, which was deeply aromatic with a clean, rich broth and tender slices of beef. The standout twist? You can add bone marrow on the side, which takes the soup to another level--luxurious, savory, and perfect for stirring into the broth for extra depth. A must for pho lovers who appreciate a little indulgence. For appetizers, the sticky rice dish was excellent--crispy on the outside, soft and comforting inside, and well-balanced with sauce and texture. Simple, satisfying, and done right. The space itself is sleek and modern with warm tones and greenery, making it a great spot for a relaxed lunch or casual dinner. Service was friendly and efficient, and everything came out well-paced.

This was my second time dining here. The first time we had Pho so this time I figured we would try…read moresomething else so we had the rice platters. I love short ribs so this was an easy decision for me. The ribs were very tasty and delicious with a very flavorful marinade. Some pieces were a bit on the chewy side but that's meant to be expected. The veggies were fresh and crisp and made a nice accompaniment. My hubby went with the Lemongrass pork chop platter that had a little bit of everything. He also commented that the chops had a very tasty marinade very similar to my ribs. He enjoyed his dish as well. Service was very friendly and attentive and we look forward to our next visit and sampling something new on the menu.

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Grilled Lemongrass Pork Chop Over Rice

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Filet Mignon Vietnamese Shaking Beef

Fluffy Fluffy Cafe

3.8

(58 reviews)

0.3 mi

service was super quick, food was amazing, the place is amazing too, great experience!read more

Small venue in a small strip mall, parking is decent. Bright, modern, clean interior. The interior…read morecolors go with the theme: Cream, Brown, & Yellow. Friendly & "bubbly" staff. Food is made to order, they tell you right up front, but some people seemed to miss that. Your food takes on average 30 MINUTES TO PREP!! Pointing that out cause some people unnecessarily had an attitude with the staff over something they did warn you about. Your food also comes out when ready, so it will come out staggered not all together. We had the Jalapeños Maple & Chicken pancakes, Tiramisu pancakes, Cookies & Cream pancakes, & a Blueberry refresher. Everything was very good & I would recommend. Light, airy, fluffy...just as advertised. Grades: Jalapeños Maple & Chicken Pancakes: B Tiramisu Pancakes: A+ Cookies & Cream Pancakes: A Fried Chicken: A+ Blueberry Refresher: A+

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Grand opening celebration flowers

Signature Fluffy Fluffy Pancakes

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Sparkling yuzu and matche latte

Hawaii Station

This place has pretty chill vibes. The whole time I was coming here I thought I was going to get…read morepoke but I ended up getting the chicken katsu and Kailua pork meal as I haven't had chicken katsu in sooo long. They have many menu options ranging from preset poke bowls, to make your own, combo meals, and mini meals. Drinks are about $2.50 a piece, and a wide variety of Hawaiian Sun, casual soda. I was tempted to get the mini meal since I don't eat a lot, but I ultimately caved and decided to get the combo meal since I wanted to try the Kailua pork too. The verdict? The Kailua pork was a little too salty for me, it comes mixed with like cabbage or lettuce, and overall very mushy which I didn't mind. However the Chicken Katsu came with a bbq type sauce and everyone thought the sauce was delicious. My fiance ordered the bbq mix which included the bbq chicken, beef, and short ribs and I thought the beef was so yummy. The portion size was big. All the combos come with either 1-2 scoops of rice and macaroni salad. My meal was pretty perfect for 2 whole meals for me. I ate the katsu with my leftover rice for breakfast the next morning! The food comes in takeout containers which makes it very easy for you to take to go if you don't finish. I might have to come back and try the poke next time...

Excellent service - super helpful in answering questions about allergies. The ambiance is more mom…read more+ pop vibes and very clean. I went there for dinner on a weekday at around 6:30 and by 8pm it was starting to get busy. The food quantity is huge - I had enough to take home and have for two more meals. I ordered the half ribs and half beef - my only con is that it's very sweet, I needed some spice so when I went home I added jalapenos and heated it. They do have siracha tho if you'd like that.

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Spam Musubi

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Loco Moco & BBQ Short Ribs Mini-Sets

99 Ranch Market

Fresh veggies a-plenty and more selection at a cheap price in July…read more They also have a new Shanghai You Garden in the food court, so that was nice! Bakery had 50% off breads for the day.

Nice Chinese food grocery store, it also has a fish department with fresh fish and shellfish. You…read morecan ask them to clean it and have it fried as well. This store is nice, with a wide selection of Chinese food-related items. They also have a section with warm food, so you can sit and eat there as well. Over all decent place with good service. The ambiance isn't much; it's like any grocery store, with different sections. However, they do not have a butcher section for getting meat, just refrigerated packaged meats.

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Lunar New Year 2025

Gourmet Fresh food area

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Gourmet Fresh food area

Meet Fresh

Edison, NJ - I had a hankerin' for shaved ice and, after a quick Yelp consultation, discovered Meet…read moreFresh was a short walk from where we were having dinner. This dessert shop offers authentic Taiwanese treats featuring grass jelly, tofu pudding, taro mochi balls, red bean soup, and the aforementioned shaved ice, along with egg waffles, various teas and other beverages. The limited edition summer osmanthus series caught my eye, so I went for an osmanthus milk shaved ice, infused with condensed sweetened milk and osmanthus syrup, a cloud of almond tofu pudding on top, with mochi balls, red beans, and lychee jelly tucked around the base. The flavor of the cool fluffy shaved ice is subtly sweet, lightly creamy, with just a hint of floral, and the snow melts on your tongue. The osmanthus flavor is not very strong or fragrant, however, though I've never had successful encounters with commercial osmanthus-flavored things outside of Asia, as it's a very distinctive and delicate taste that's also one of my favorite scents and culinary condiments, so I'm very particular about its faithfulness. We ordered a large since it's only $1 more than the medium, so practically begs one to order the oversized version, which is enough for 2+ people to share. But why so enormous? How about offering a personal sized one for a little less? Premium as the ingredients are, $18 feels like a lot for shaved ice. Between us two adults and one small child we couldn't finish it, but I double dog dare you to try. It was good though, and satiated my craving for a proper milk snow dessert.

I recently spotted the Signature Shaved Ice (L) at the kiosk--I'm not sure if it's new or making a…read morecomeback, but I was excited to try it! With all the different toppings, it reminded me of the delicious shaved ice I used to have in Taiwan. The Chocolate Chip Deluxe Waffle paired perfectly with the vanilla ice cream, although it was a little on the sweeter side for my taste. I didn't catch the name of the lady who helped me, but she was incredibly kind and did an amazing job preparing these desserts. Thank you so much for the wonderful experience! Feel free to check out my food Instagram @eattwithjoy for more reviews and foodie finds!

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