The Garden State has no shortage of restaurants where one can graze (eat) while gazing upon a…read moreshimmering body of water that boasts gorgeous views of Gotham complete with sunset. Whether one's in the mood for a cozy family dinner or a casual get-together with friends. Sitting on the banks of the Hudson River in Edgewater, my partner, our friends, and I decided on a celebratory dinner at the Haven Waterfront Restaurant & Bar. A reservation was easily made via OpenTable. Upon arrival as first-timers, we were greeted by the host and got a table immediately by the window inside their floor-to-ceiling dining room, evoking a relaxed yet upscale vibe. Their menu specializes in American/Mediterranean cuisine influenced by seafood, steakhouse, and pasta. For appetizers, we decided on Short Rib Crostini, Kumamoto Oysters, and Yellowin Ahi Tuna Tacos. Our main consisted of Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass, 7 oz Prime Cut Filet Mignon, Bangkok Roasted Duck Breast, Lenny's Lobster Pasta, Crispy Lyonnaise Potatoes, and French Butter Asparagus. We even saved room for dessert and got the Bailey's Crème Brûlée and Assorted Dessert Tasting for two. We washed them down with I Dream of Lychees Martini, Berry White Spritz, and Haven Espresso. Complimentary bread with softened butter started our meal. The food is presented like art, and the portions varied depending on what one ordered. It's a little pricey but definitely worth it and fair considering the quality. Our server, Juan, was friendly, accommodating, and took the time to answer all of our questions, which made the experience even more enjoyable. A wonderful night all around--we're already looking forward to coming back.

The ambiance of the restaurant is definitely a highlight, especially the outdoor and window seating…read morewith beautiful views of the water and NYC. Unfortunately, the service and food didn't live up to the setting for us. Our waiter, Danny, seemed to have an attitude from the moment we arrived. He hardly checked on our table, and after overhearing his conversations with other tables, it was clear that the energy and attentiveness he gave them felt different from what we received. Since gratuity is automatically included for larger parties, it made the experience even more disappointing. As for the food, several dishes lacked seasoning, including the lobster mac & cheese, salmon, braised short rib, short rib ragu, and lobster croquettes. Our group spent almost $1,400, so unfortunately, we expected more from both the food and service. The views and ambiance are lovely, but based on our experience, I wouldn't return.

Food 10/10 Atmosphere 10/10…read moreService 10/10 Everything about this place, including the food, service, the inside decor was amazing. Brunch menu had a little bit of everything, Mediterranean to classic brunch menus. Chai latte was served HOT which was awesome!!

One of my favorite cafes ever! in general I am not a fan of French toasts but I LOVE their…read moreblueberry mascarpone French toast, so delicious! I also tried their Lebanese coffee and the avocado toast and it's soo good! Service is very professional and polite. Beautiful ambiance, modern and cozy. The place has a classy cafe vibe with nice lighting and a cute outdoor seating.

Terravita has become one of my favorite spots. The service is always friendly and attentive without…read moreever feeling overbearing, and the atmosphere is one of the best parts. It's quiet, relaxing, and the outside view makes it such a great place to sit back and enjoy a meal. The food never disappoints either. The short rib hash at brunch is easily one of my favorites, and the braised short rib for dinner is just as good tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly every time. If you're looking for a place with amazing food, excellent service, and a peaceful atmosphere, I can't recommend Terravita enough. Whether it's brunch or dinner, it's definitely worth the visit.

We were looking for a nice brunch spot and heard some good things about this spot so walked in on a…read moreweekend. Plenty of tables and were seated right away. Service overall was fine throughout the meal. We ordered the pancake and steak & eggs. It took quite some time to come out but once it did we did enjoy the dishes. Steak was cooked well and it came with salad and the eggs were good. The pancake was quite nice and I could see why it's a popular order here. Cute restaurant that can be nice for both dates and groups. If you're in the area, I'd say it's worth trying.

We came to celebrate my daughter's birthday last Sunday,we have a great time, everything was…read moreexcellent, the food it's delicious. Many thanks to Niko for his outstanding service; his hospitality and kindness made us feel right at home. We can't wait to return. Thank you Niko.

Loved the Happy Ending Sushi roll, definitely the highlight for me! The drinks were decent…read more.. I really appreciate that they serve clams since not many sushi spots do. Banana soufflé was delicious! Our waitress was also super nice and the staff were very accommodating. Great views

Disregard any reviews under 5 stars. This was the best dining experience of my life. Service was…read moreimpeccable, in particular Ramon our busser and Pablo our server. The manager Brendan Connaire came over to our table and made us feel like royalty. The decor is truly stunning and the same goes for their sister properties Lolita and Madame George. Not to mention the food, which was to die for. Cannot recommend the braised short rib enough. This is a must try.

I'm from New York and let me tell you something. I have eaten at thousands of restaurants in this…read morecountry. There's no comparison to my favorite restaurant Jerk and Jambalaya in Rehoboth Beach . The restaurant and Sintelle Taylor are excellent, excellent, excellent and did I say excellent. The food speaks for itself. The oxtails, the Mac and cheese, the greens the corn bread. Yes honey I will travel for great food. Listen up y'all restaurants, I will no longer be mistreated by bad and then asked for a tip. Jerk Jambalaya I support you and thank you for all you do. The standard has been raised . God bless you and your restaurant and team. Beautiful restaurant. Tell them Ms. Monique sent you.

Came in for brunch on a Saturday and Liz was great! She recommended the quesabirria which was…read morefantastic!

Liz the bartender was amazing, she's always paying attention if you're running dry and she's good…read morevibes !

10/10 for me Granted I went on a Wednesday night at 6/7pm…read more Parking garage available close by or valet for $20 Staff was excellent. Drinks were excellent Food was excellent Ambience was excellent Drinks.... Well I had one drink about doors times that night . It was called Stone Land and is was a lychee martini spinoff on stone and dry ice .... I dream about this cocktail . It was like $25 a pop lol Food.... I had the Lincoln Harbor roll which was EXCELLENT. Even my friend who does not like sushi liked it I also had the Blu Filet mignon which was stuff with blue cheese. I'm more of a rib eye gal but I wanted to try it with the blue steak and was pretty good and the truffled cream Spanish was just wow . You have to like truffle like I do :) Friend had shrimp cocktail and the lobster fra diavolo and love it as well . There was no room for dessert except another cocktail lol and I left with a doggy bag to eat for lunch the next day Hands down one of my NJ favorites. Will be back

First time dinning at Blu, but definitely not the last. The atmosphere here is stunning with a…read moreclassy interior and unobstructed views of the Hudson River and Manhattan. The prices are surprisingly reasonable for a high end restaurant, which is another reason we'll return. As for the food, some bit hits, some just good, not great. We started with cocktails (which they have a really wild variety of) with their Rice Cakes. The tuna on top was fresh and the rice cake was nice and chewy. Definitely a hit. For an entree I order a filet with a side of whipped potatoes. The potato's were the big hit of the night. They were full of cheese crumbles for added flavor. Highly recommend. My steak was good, but not great. Having said that, at $55, I'd say it was a tremendous value. We also shared a Cesar salad which was sort of a wedge salad. Very tasty, my wife appreciated the deviled eggs on top, while I would prefer without. Not a big fan of eggs. Based on the very polite and attentive service, atmosphere, location and value, we look forward to returning soon.

Came here with a group of four and had heard good things about Harrys. In this predominantly…read morehispanic neighborhood, an American restaurant is a different experience for most. The vibe inside is calm and low lit, good for conversating with others. Although there really is not something that distinguishes the restaurant. The staff was helpful, no issues in service, they noted specific items which weren't available. Now the menu has just a few items which is not a bad thing but I went with the rigatoni bolognese. My honest opinion is that it was just ok, garlic bread was an added price, and for the price of this dish which was 25$+ for about 10-11 pieces of pasta ... it just is not justified. They are charging nyc midtown prices for average food... in a location where theres plenty of other spots that for half the price will give you double the amount.

My #1 spot seriously. I've been here so many times in the past 3 years. We had our usual Frozen…read moreGinnys, crab pasta, and steak frites. Still didn't miss! We also decided the shrimp tacos are our favorite appetizer item. We can't stop craving it. Soo good. Of course I'll be back soon.

stopped by for drinks & the view. Something to note if you want to sit down at one of the tables…read moreclosest to the view, you do have to order food. Otherwise, you have to stay on the grassy area for just drinks. We got the cheapest thing on the menu (we had just come from dinner), but I was pleasantly surprised with the pepperoni flat bread as the price and size was pretty worth it. I do think the other options are quite pricey, but for the view, ambience, and service- I'd come back!

NoHu Rooftop is hands down one of the best spots for nighttime views. The skyline looks incredible…read morefrom up there definitely one of those places that feels different once the sun goes down. The whole atmosphere is on point, with a nice mix of energy and a more laid-back feel. It's a great spot to grab drinks, hang out, and just take in the view. Definitely worth going at night.

Just such a unique spot in the heights. Atmosphere is that of walking into a house and sitting down…read morefor a long family diner experience. There's no rush, nor should there be, you're with family, vibing to good music and eating great food. Everything there is prepared fresh and from scratch and you can taste it in every bite. I most recently did the brunch and the shrimp and grits were fantastic, plated beautifully and good portions. The sides are super affordable and allow for an array of options. My daughter loves the banana bread, I love the bacon and hash browns. This is also BYOB, which keeps a longer meal affordable. Service is nice, and they kind of keep to themselves as it's more about the food and the folks you're with. We've been 4 times and never had a bad experience, a great addition to the heights.

Awww, this place had my heart from the moment I stepped into the funky interior and saw the family…read morephotos. What a warm, friendly, neighborhood mom 'n' pop restaurant--exactly the kind I love to support. While our food took a bit of time to arrive, it was clearly made from scratch with TLC. You could practically taste it in every bite. Throw in the fact that menu is mostly tried-and-true American comfort food, and you've got a winning combination for an easy dinner that won't break the bank. Our housemade Fish Cakes were perfectly fried, stuffed with fish, and felt like something you'd eat from a stand in downtown Kingston, Jamaica. The Four Cheese Mac 'n' Cheese--at just $10--was a large enough portion for two peoples, made with thinner than traditional macaroni noodles and a lovely broiled top that imparted a smokey char. But the star of the show was undoubtedly the namesake burger. It's one of the best burgers I've had in a long, long time. The grass-fed beef was so perfectly cooked--all the hearty meat flavor you could want and full of succulent jus. The other accompaniments were placed perfectly within the rich, toasted brioche bun, making every bite feel like the culinary equivalent of Jon Bon Jovi singing in your mouth (or insert other American musical icon of your choice). Even the fries were stellar, like Richie Sambora crooning harmony next to Jon.