Got the fries topped with this deliscious homemade cream of New England clam chowder poured right…read moreon top of the fries! So so good! Nice size portion and that's all I needed for lunch. Can't wait to get the full meal another time for lunch or dinner. Ambiance is welcoming and puts you in the mood for a lobster or seafood meal.. A seashore feel but in the north. They're a BYOB establishment. They also had a toys for tots collection box up front along with the Christmas display. I would go back to Jack's Surf & Turf anytime...

One of the many restaurants in Montclair. Food is great and tastes very fresh. Service lacks a…read morelittle, but or waiter might have been new as well they seemed unsure. BYOB place. Mostly seafood but since a few options if you don't like seafood. Paid street parking M-S, Sundays are free. There is some parking across the street at the art museum.

I decided to give this place another try, after trying another location a while ago and I'm so glad…read morewe did!! Staff is friendly, sometimes a little hard to find even though there were only 4 other tables seated on a Monday night. We loved the seafood combo. We liked the head-on shrimp, mussels, and snow crab. We also liked the potatoes and the garlic noodles as a side were so delicious!! We were pleasantly surprised. We didn't get drinks, but they seemed to have a fun selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks. This place is I would say casual and fun to go with friends as opposed to a date night haha as it gets messy with everything going on. Definitely recommend next time you're craving seafood boil!

Service was good…read more Had the munch special shrimp and i was supposed to have double the shrimp and it felt light. Garlic noodles were ok. I recommend dipping them in the loui sauce. Chicken tenders were surprisingly amazing!

hands down the best food in Montclair. i have been here several times and each time its always…read moregreat. i have been trying to work through the menu, but its hard not to order the lasagna, its just that good. it is always busy but never cramped or crowded. being byob is great and there is a liquor store not far away. highly recommended

My friend Eddie and his husband Nico invited me to have dinner with them and I'm so glad they did!…read moreThey spoke to me about this place a few days ago and told me how amazing it was! They were not lying! We had the Antipasto Misti! And the appetizer size Orechiette to start. As my main dish I had the Skirt steak medium rare! It was amazing! So flavorful! I enjoyed every bite. The mashed potatoes with the infused caramelized onions was wow, amazing. You know how you always save a little bit of your favorite part of the dish for your last bite, well that's what I did with the mashed potatoes. Overall everything was amazing! Our server Jackie was so nice, super friendly. The owner Caroline was so nice! She was there to greet us and she was there checking in on us at our table and was the last person we saw! The environment was nice and warm, friendly, and cozy. I will definitely come back! I have already recommended it to two friends!

I try to be the Nate Silver of Yelp popularity statistics, analyzing and aggregating the metrics…read more Ordering the highest-ranked item at any new restaurant has a 94% success rate. But the awesome Fish Delish offers a slight conundrum as the fish-and-chips is a great choice but they're also crafting some other offerings that can't be found anywhere else. The salmon dog is great for the palate and for the 'gram. Even as someone who controversially extends the boundaries of what counts as hand food, I had to use a fork for this epic sandwich. The fish is great, as are the bells and whistles. Wasabi mayo is enticing but my favorite component was the smoked mozzarella.

I've been wanting to try Fish Delish, and yesterday was the day! The casual restaurant is bright…read moreand inviting. I was very warmly greeted upon arrival. I tried the Clam Chowder, the Shrimp XL Truffle Sandwich, and Coleslaw. You order at the counter, and the food is brought to your table. The Chowder was tasty, and really hit the spot on a cold and dreary day. I would say that it needs more briny clam flavor. Still a solid soup. The star was my sandwich. Five plump, perfectly cooked shrimp are on a soft bun along with cucumber, arugula, grana padano cheese, and truffle sauce. This sandwich was divine! Truffle that you can actually taste, really elevated the flavor. This sandwich makes me want to try all of them. The coleslaw- which was a huge portion- was a perfect crispy, creamy side. Prices were very reasonable for the portion size and the quality. I cannot wait to go back for the lobster roll. Highly recommend

I have a deep history with Halcyon and will always be my go to spot in Montclair. Back in my…read morecoaching days Halcyon was a frequent stop after scouting a game. I've always found it comfortable and quality with excellent service and food. Having a raw bar doesn't hurt either Went for a New Year's Eve dinner and as always everything was excellent. Usually a filet or paella guy, but went with the short rib ragu and it was excellent. The French onion soup was extremely flavorful and I'm guessing a hint of brandy. A game winning touchdown and love all the peeps at Halcyon

Lovely intimate restaurant with a solid menu. Wait staff could use a little pick me up. No one had…read morea smile and most didn't look happy to be there. However, the food is for sure on point. Worth a try for sure!

This review is an easy one to write, as Gus & Co never fails to provide the best seafood in the…read morearea. I was very pleased to learn that Paul recently expanded his hours, which means more of a good thing! Friendly service, great products, and fair prices make Gus & Co my go-to place for all things seafood! By the way, Paul makes the best Manhattan clam chowder and that's coming from someone who grew up on eastern Long Island.

Came in today to grab some tuna. Stumbled upon this place on Yelp after looking for a good/fresh…read moreseafood place. I didn't just want to buy from anywhere. The place was nice and filled with great seafood options. It is tiny, so options are limited. The worker was super friendly and even placed my tuna on ice for me to take home. Made spicy tuna later that evening for myself and friends and it was a huge hit. Definitely will be coming back for more in the near future!

Met up with some friends on a Friday night for Happy Hour. We got there at 5pm, knowing we only…read morehad to 6 pm to enjoy happy hour. We were seated in the back area as there was about 8 to 10 of us. The well drinks (tito, margarita, etc) were priced at $10 and appetizers priced at the same. I ordered a lemon drop martini to drink, grilled oysters and steak crostini to eat. My grilled oysters were okay, except for one that has some "crunch"...lol to it. My steak was medium and cooked as ordered. But the show stopper was definitely the lemon drop martini, it was a good strong. So I ordered a second. The other girls really enjoyed their Caesar salad and mango margaritas. Our service was a bit slow, but good overall. Good happy hour spot, with a parking lot.

Finally ended up having a meal here. The food was great and service was top-notch. We sat at bar…read moreand it always fun there. Will start going more often for dinner here. Good place for family. Nice date place.

THEE Best around! Their pastas are made fresh and in house. Whatever it is that you order is…read moresucculent and Devine - a religious experience! Staff is amazingly attentive, professional and super friendly. I like that the Chef makes an occasional appearance making it a personable experience. Prices are up there but money well spent.

What a cute charming BYOB 11 minutes from Montclair' University. We tried the appetizer special…read morewhich was a fig crostini topped with Gorgonzola and walnut. This is very good and on the sweet side. Next came the Caesar Salad. What was different about it is there was a hint of basil and instead of croutons they did a dusting of fresh bread crumbs which was unique. Our meals were the rigatoni and a meatball. And WOW what a beautiful sized meatball. It was a bit too salty but my daughter liked it and that's all we care about. I had the linguini and clams which was good. The clams needed some better cleaning since I had a few with some sand in them. Stand out dish was the Fettuccine with shrimp. Had a nice pesto sauce mixed in with the Alfredo sauce and it really made the dish pop. Shrimp were good and cooked to perfection.

Dinner at MM by Morimoto was a mixed experience, with some real highlights and one dish that missed…read morethe mark for me. The beautiful ambiance immediately set the tone for the evening, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that made the dining experience feel special from the moment we arrived. The servers were also exceptionally well informed, offering thoughtful recommendations and answering questions about the menu with confidence and detail. The setting called for a look that was effortlessly chic and comfortable. I paired light-wash mom jeans with a dark denim button-up shirt, gold Nike Gatos, and a black blazer for a polished touch. My YSL Cassandre Chain Wallet in lambskin completed the look, making it the perfect outfit for a stylish night out without feeling overdressed. We started with three appetizers: the pork gyoza, sticky ribs, and Caesar salad. The pork gyoza were perfectly tender with a savory, well-seasoned filling and a delicate wrapper that had just the right bite. The sticky ribs were the standout appetizer--fall-off-the-bone tender, glazed with a rich, slightly sweet sauce that balanced smokiness and umami beautifully. Even the Caesar salad impressed, offering crisp romaine, a creamy dressing with a pleasant tang, and enough Parmesan to make each bite satisfying without being overwhelming. For my entrée, I ordered the braised black cod with ginger soy sauce. Unfortunately, the fish was practically swimming in the sauce. While the cod itself was buttery and flaky, the overwhelming amount of ginger soy made the dish excessively salty. After a few bites, I found myself wishing I had ordered a side of rice to help balance the intensity of the sauce. The quality of the fish was evident, but the heavy-handed sauce took away from what could have been a fantastic dish. My drink of choice was the Tokyo Smoke. Most of the cocktail menu seemed centered around gin, tequila, or vodka, so I was drawn to this one because it featured Japanese whiskey. I was initially skeptical when I saw egg white listed as an ingredient, but it worked surprisingly well. The cocktail was smooth, well-balanced, and not overly sweet, with the egg white adding a silky texture rather than any noticeable flavor. Overall, the appetizers and cocktail were memorable, but the black cod's overpowering saltiness kept the meal from being a home run. I'd definitely return for the starters and drinks, but I'd be more selective with my entrée next time.

MM by Morimoto is a beautiful addition to Montclair with stunning interiors that immediately set…read morethe tone for a fun night out. The space feels modern, stylish, and energetic without being overwhelming. As vegetarians, we're always looking for restaurants with thoughtful options, and we were pleasantly surprised by the variety available. We ordered the tofu croquette, tofu bap, avocado rolls, and the 100-layer potatoes. The tofu croquette was crispy and flavorful, the avocado rolls were fresh and satisfying, and the 100-layer potatoes were a standout with their crispy texture and rich flavor. The tofu bap was comforting and well-executed. I also tried a lemony mocktail that was refreshing and paired nicely with the meal. A special thank you to Mayla, who provided warm, attentive service throughout the evening and helped make our girls' night even more enjoyable. Overall, the food was good, the atmosphere was fantastic, and we had a wonderful time catching up with friends. I'd definitely recommend MM by Morimoto for its ambiance, service, and vegetarian-friendly offerings.

Ordered: Whiting Dinner (~$22): with steak fries & cole slaw…read moreCatfish Dinner (~$23): with mac & cheese and candied yams 6pc Jumbo Shrimp Tray (~$15) Aya's take: Crocket's Fish Fry is a no frills spot serving fresh fried seafood plates. There aren't many places in the area doing this so I'm glad Crockett's exists! We called in our order about 15 minutes in advance which I highly recommend doing. By the time we got there, it was almost ready and considering we were hungry, I'm glad we didn't have to wait much longer. The fish & shrimp were cooked fresh and it shows. To start, the 6pc Jumbo Shrimp for ~$15 is pretty crazy. That's $2.50/shrimp which is high. It tasted good, well-seasoned, and the batter wasn't too thick. The Whiting & Catfish were both super flaky and light. They were lacking salt & pepper and could've been fried harder for me personally. The Whiting had much better flavor but you can't go wrong with both once you add the tartar sauce or hot sauce. Each dinner comes with 2 sides and I particularly liked the steak fries and mac & cheese. They just hit the spot more in a meal like this. The candied yams were more of a dessert and they are definitely heavy-handed with the cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and sugar. Good try, and this one meal kept us full all day!

The title of this review is "Looks Can Be Deceiving"…read more I've read tons of reviews on Crocketts and have passed it tons of times and today finally decided to stop in and grab a fish sandwich for lunch. The restaurant is exactly what people have said it is which is an old school fried fish joint! There's definitely a nostalgic feel to it from their cash only policy to the decor , to the counter where you order and to being able to look into the kitchen while you wait. You can also smell the fish frying from outside, which has always been a great sign in my experience. They have their menu on the wall and after I looked at it for a bit I decided to not to go with my fish sandwich but rather with a fried fish dinner because I really wanted to try their collard greens and baked macaroni and cheese in addition to the fried fish. The cost for the dinner was $21.99 which I found to be reasonable specifically because the fish is fried fresh and everyone said the portion sizes are pretty big. After placing my order, I knew I needed to go and feed the meter because in the true fashion of an old school soul food fish fry joint things were going to take a little while before they were ready. It took about 15 minutes for my order to be ready, and as I stated, everything was fresh. The reason that I titled this review "Looks Can Be Deceiving" is because the entire dinner overall looked amazing, however, I feel that the flavors of everything fell short. It's funny because I thought the collard greens looked like they were going to be slamming, and the mac & cheese looked like it was going to be the item that I disliked the most, but truth be told, the greens were what I dislike the most because there was no seasoning .... only vinegar. The mac & cheese had a bit more flavor, but it was dry and lacked on basic seasonings like salt and pepper. The fish while perfectly fried golden brown also was sadly pretty flavorless. And although the portion sizes were exactly what people said, and there was enough for two meals out of one dinner I am more than likely, not even going to want the second portion SMH. There were a lot of people ordering the potato salad though so perhaps that's the side I should've went with in addition to the candy yams ... but I will never know because unfortunately, I won't be back. I still have to thank Crocketts for taking me back with the old school vibe though .... Oh, one last thing, even though it did suffice because as I mentioned, I won't be eating the second portion of this dinner. I had to laugh because they only give you one small container of hot sauce, and one small container of tartar sauce for four large pieces of fish Lol.