The graffiti outside screamed "quirky and cute." Inside? Nearly empty, with a hot food stand that…read morelooked suspiciously like a supermarket deli's last cry for help. We ordered fish & chips and a Cuban sandwich. Bold moves, apparently. The fish was so tasteless, I think I offended it by taking a bite. Honestly, frozen supermarket fish would've put up more of a fight. The fries? Also running for the "most bland" award. And the Cuban sandwich--ham, cheese, and shredded pork so thin I had to squint to find the protein. A whisper of meat. A ghost of flavor. But wait, it gets better. A Snapple? $4.00. For that price, I expected someone to at least open it for me. Instead, zero service--and yet, the screen still flipped around asking for a tip. The audacity? Inspiring. Just not in the way they think

I was attending a friend's mother's wake. Arriving at 4:30 and staying for about an hour, I headed…read moreto my truck. By luck the Cuban Breeze was right next to the funeral home. This is a clean casual eating restaurant with a colorful upbeat vibe, Spanish wall art and music. They have cafeteria style steam trays and some tables. I think they do a lot of take-out. Not having a lot of Cuban food experience, I did recognize the empanadas ($3,95), fried pork, red and black beans and yellow rice before settling on a Cuban sandwich ($12.95).The sandwich was just what I needed at the time. Hot, flavorful and the ham and pork was hot, well seasoned and juicy. The bread had a crispy cover but soft on the inside. I understand that the Abuela still does some of the cooking. I usually eat around 3pm so at 5:30 I was starving. I'll be eating more Cuban food in the future!

Cuban Pete's 428 Bloomfield Ave…read more Montclair, NJ 07042 Angus Beef Picaña As I entered this restaurant through a long tropical hallway bedecked with vibrant palm trees, I immediately sensed I was going to be in for a treat. The exterior dining area has an authentic tropical vibe with a cascade to the side. The interior dining room also has the same feel; the decor includes additional palm trees and Cuban cigar boxes. The Latin American themed background music enhances the atmosphere making me believe I was actually in Cuba. There are no physical menus available. Scan the QR code at each table to view a full menu directly from your device. I actually think this is an excellent idea because there were illustrations for every entrée and side. Manager Joe introduced himself and offered a free virgin piña colada sample. (This location is BYOB.) It was on the thicker side and very creamy. The mocktail is on the pricier side, but it is served in a full size pineapple; I'm definitely planning to order it for a future visit. The angus beef picaña was an excellent portion. The serving size was overwhelming, which is definitely a good problem. I was able to make two leftover meals out of it. The steak was served piping hot and the meat was unbelievably juicy. It included a mango pico de galo and creamy garlic sauce. Although I didn't care for the taste of the pico de galo, the garlic sauce satisfied my taste buds on all counts. It included two sides of my choice. There was a variety of choices and the only problem I had was choosing because I wanted to try them all. I decided to explore the yuca frita and arroz moro. They were the backbone to this plate. While I was dining, a photographer was approaching tables. I don't recommend this service, unless you are dressed to impress for a large gathering or memorable event. Cuban Pete's is on the pricier side, but the food quality is excellent and the portions are enormous. I highly recommend this Latin restaurant on all counts. #cubanpetes #montclairnj #angusbeefpicana

I really wanted to give this place another chance because my family and I were in the area, and the…read morelocation itself is really nice. Unfortunately, after three visits over the years, I don't think we'll be coming back. My husband and I first came here on a double date about 9-10 years ago, and we thought the food was mediocre. We tried it again maybe six years ago with a large party, and the food was still below average. We also had an issue with the bill that night. Fast-forward to now: I decided to give it another chance, even though my husband specifically said he didn't want to go back. Well... I should have listened to him. Whenever we go out, I order my toddler's food immediately, before we even look through the rest of the menu, so her meal can come out quickly. We ordered her chicken tenders, and when they arrived, they were RAW inside. Serving undercooked chicken is obviously a serious concern, but especially when it's a meal being served to a small child. At that point, I completely lost confidence in the kitchen and didn't feel comfortable ordering anything else. I do want to say that the staff was extremely friendly and gracious, which honestly made me feel bad telling them that we were just going to leave. The service wasn't the problem at all. It's such a shame because the place itself has a lot of potential and the staff was lovely, but after multiple disappointing experiences--and especially being served raw chicken this time--the food quality and kitchen execution simply aren't where they need to be. :(

Really? This is what you're selling to your customers? I had high hopes for this place but to my…read moresurprise, I got home and realized that the empanadas had like no meat in them........... This is disgustingly wrong..... I'm very disappointed and probably won't be coming back...... This was my first and last time trying them out....... I'm sorry but this is wrong..

The music was on, friendly faced behind the counter, there was a line but they busted through it…read morefairly quick! Wasn't sure what to try so I just picked out something from the hot bar, a spaghetti dish with of course some delicious plantains!! Holy moly, YUMMY!! Yeah, this was a good spot for lunch!! and fairly priced! Under $10!!

Absolutely incredible! The paella was packed with seafood in every single bite, and the steak came…read moreout sizzling with that beautiful buttery aroma--perfect with rice. The soup was a pleasant surprise too, loaded with generous ingredients. We're usually pretty picky eaters, but this place completely won us over. Can't wait to come back again!

This was my first time visiting this charming little restaurant on Broad Street in Bloomfield. We…read morewere warmly greeted right away, and sat at a comfortable table. The restaurant is BYOB, which we appreciate. We had some delicious Beef Empanadas for an appetizer. They were well filled and served with a tasty dipping sauce. My husband had the Picana Steak with Chimichurri Sauce and White Rice with Black Beans. I had the Sancocho. I absolutely loved this dish. Loved all the different textures and flavors. There is not a ton of meat, but it is very inexpensive. I was still full and satisfied after eating. My husband was very pleased with his dish as well. We shared the Coconut Flan and the Tres Leches Cake for dessert. Both were excellent! Good coffee as well We both enjoyed our meal and we will definitely return.

Picadillo breakfast sandwich (Joey the Mechanic) is an absolute winner…read more Picodillo French Omelette Swiss Potato Sticks and Spicy Mayo. So So Good!! Cuban is also a must try. Not in love with the empanadas. Coffee is also very very good. We stop in often just for a coffee. They could be a little bigger. One lady that's works there blasts the music so loud though it's jarring. Gotta turn it down when people walk in. Other than that this place is a 10/10

The Food is delicious, the service is great, and the atmosphere is very nice and clean and cozy.read more

We came to Caldwell to another restaurant, after visiting the restaurant we were told to come back…read moreat 5pm. This lead us to Xunta! What a blessing it was! We had amazing food, service ambiance. It was my friends birthday and she absolutely loved it! Thank you! Met the owner who was very attentive and the food was delicious!

A very nice local restaurant! We noted our visit here and everything was very tasty. We came in on…read morea weeknight and were taken care of the owner who seems to take great pride in running his restaurant in both the front and back of house. The selection of food was vast enough to choose from and made it difficult to make a choice. Overall our food was good, but definitely pricey per tapa. The papas bravas and skirt steak were our favorites! I love calamari, but their dish wasn't too memorable. Although I will say I wasn't blown away by anything in particular , I would say xunta is worth stopping by to try something new.

A delicious Peruvian surprise in NJ. Don't let the small entrance sway you, once you go up the…read morestairs, you're in a large kitschy restaurant that's decided into differently decorated rooms. All of the dishes were delicious. We tried Vegan dishes as well and they hit the spot. The waitress was very helpful explaining any of the dishes we were not familiar with. It was a lovely evening catching up with friends while dining on delicious Peruvian cuisine.

Sabor Peru in Caldwell NJ is excellent. We enjoy the food very much and like the atmosphere. Diane…read morethe owner is a hard worker and is involved with every table. The entire staff is very attentive and cordial. You need to try it, you'll love it.

Came here with my boyfriend for dinner on a rainy Wednesday evening! Had the pernil latin bowl…read morewhich was delicious! It was flavorful and filling! My boyfriend had the chicken Latin bowl which I think I'll get next time! Both were flavorful and well seasoned! Service was quick as the lady behind the register was friendly and patient with both of us. Cute spot to have your meal or take it to go! Can't wait to try their empanadas!

In the fast-food universe, the empanada is an incredibly comforting and flavorful food in the shape…read moreof a half-moon made with flour dough or corn flour dough. One can stuff them with any number of things. On this Nochebuena (Christmas Eve), while in the neighborhood of Totowa, my partner and I decided to pay a visit to this establishment for takeout as first-timers. Opened 6 years ago, Mama Ana's Empanadas is a family-owned restaurant specializing in empanadas located off of Union Blvd. Greeted by the staff upon arrival, the interior vibe was not only festive but cozy and casual with seating for 20 patrons. From the menu, one can choose up to 18 different kinds of empanadas, from classic beef or chicken to cheesesteak and Cuban; either have them baked or fried. They also offer Latin" bowls, salads, and sandwiches. We decided on the cheesesteak empanada and broccoli & cheese empanada, as well as the Chicharrones de Cerdo bowl, accompanied by rice and beans with a side of maduros (sweet plantain). The cheesesteak was tasty. The broccoli came with mozzarella, which was salty. The cheddar would have been better. The empanada dough was hot, flaky, and huge. Chicharrones de cerdo bowl was served piping hot and hit the spot. The pork wasn't hard but had great flavor and chew. The price was reasonable due to its size and portion. The service was slow, but we know the food was made fresh. The staff were friendly and helpful, especially Ada and Yame. We can recommend this place.

Had an amazing dinner at Noches de Colombia in Montclair! The food and service were top notch from…read morestart to finish. The guacamole is a must-try, made in front of u. the steak was absolutely delicious. My husband ordered the chicken cutlet in white sauce and couldn't stop talking about how amazing it was. Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to!

The food was excellent, beautifully plated and full of flavor. No complaints there…read more What I do have an issue with is the automatic gratuity being added without verbally mentioning it. An $11.50 tip was already included on my $93 bill, yet the itemized receipt showing that charge was wrapped around my credit card, while the signature copy with only the total was placed on top. That presentation feels intentional and misleading. Most people would sign without double-checking the tucked receipt and could easily tip twice. If gratuity is being added, even for a party of one, say it clearly. Transparency matters. Great food doesn't excuse shady billing practices.

Honestly one of the best unknowns I've ever picked. Needed some food after a day of shopping and…read moremost things were already closed, so went a little out of our way to get some food. The place is a simpler local eatery, so decor wasn't exactly a designed by some of the best New York interior decorators, but it was pleasant and very calm. The food is a fusion of various Asian cuisines but it is picked very well and cooked to perfection. Kids loved the Baos and Ramen which is probably one of the best indicators of the quality. From what I can tell it is family owned and run, so service may be a little slower than most similar places but it is definitely attentive and friendlier then most.

FYI - posting this a few months late (was in the drafts)…read more I really enjoyed my first dinner at Kurobuta with a friend! We shared some small plates and tried to get a good feel for the menu. Higher end vibe with some cool fusion elements to the options available - it's clear ingredients are high quality and presentation is very important to them. Even the drinks have fun little lights in them! Service was very kind and attentive but also lets you take your time - which is lovely! We had reservations which I don't think was necessary on a weeknight, but would recommend it for weekends. They mark your reserved table with a cute sign! Overall prices were a bit high for the portions but I understand it's likely for quality. Be prepared to spend if you're hungry!