I've been meaning to come here for years. I took the girl I used to babysit out for a dinner date…read morethis past Saturday. The menu is huge. The specials menu could have been the full menu in itself! The cocktail menu also had a lot of good options; had a hard time choosing. We started with a Shirley temple, thyme out and calamari. She had the pesto bucatini with an added burrata and I had the truffle tagliatelle from the specials menu. The thyme hot cocktail was delicious. We also got complimentary bread and marinara. The bread was soft and tasty. The calamari was light and ok. My date enjoyed her pasta; said she always gets it when she comes here. My tagliatelle pasta was DELICIOUS. The restaurant is cute and all the staff are so nice. Plenty of parking but unfortunately it's paid parking (not a deal breaker though!) Some of the options are on the pricier side but normal for the area and worth the price. Told my husband we have to come here so he can try!

Excellent! We moved up the street not too long ago and have been meaning to check this spot out -…read morewe've been 2x already and honestly never regret it! Service, food, ambience all excellent and consistent!!! We love the sushi options (Mets roll/shrimp tempura) and the salads (pear / strawberry so good!) we also like the mussels, short rib pasta, burger and seafood risotto. Everything is excellent!! Would absolutely recommend!!!

Love this place. I've been a few times. I enjoy the drinks i've had. Beatuiful space and ambiance…read more Food is good and people/staff are wonderful and have good service. Tough to find parking in the area but that's Montclair. Feels like a speakeasy in the city.

Well it's a review of a non review…read more You can make reservations until 9:45 or 10pm. We walked in at 9:20 and were told the kitchen would be closing in 10 minutes. Place looked cool and had a vibe I guess but we were specifically going for dinner so driving 35 minutes to be told the kitchen is closing before a reservation time is maddening. Which means I can't tell you about the food or drinks because well...we didn't get them.

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.

Laboratorio Kitchen was a BYOB Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown Montclair. It was a…read morestunning space with sleek, modern furniture and walls adorned with vibrant, colorful artwork. The service was impeccable from the moment we arrived until the second that we left. From a food perspective, our meal initiated with a basket of some of the best rolls I had ever had. They were large, fluffy, and doughy with a hint of crispiness from a light toasting. We then shared the Veal and Beef Meatball, which was gigantic but still managed to have the ideal texture. It was also beautifully seasoned and served in what the chef called his "grandma's plum tomato sauce", which was divine! The sauce was thick and hearty, so when that was paired with pecorino cheese and basil oil, it really made for a fabulous dish. I even cut off a small piece to put inside my roll with a spoonful of sauce - chef's kiss! After that, we enjoyed some of the house-made pasta dishes, tasting each in a family-style format. The Squid Ink Bucatini was tossed with scallops, shrimp, and jumbo lump crab in a seafood tomato sauce. I did not love the briny finish to the sauce or that some of the scallops were chewy. The Tagliatelle with Duck Bolognese, tomatoes, and carrots was good, but I prefer my pomodoro sauce without the addition of a "light cream". Lastly, the special Spaghetti came with lobster, crab, and peas in vodka sauce. That one was definitely my favorite. While I do not love peas, the sauce was rich and flavorful. Across these last two dishes, I thought the pasta was a tad overcooked and could have been more al dente; the bucatini consistency was more inline with my preferences. Overall, I thought the food at Laboratorio Kitchen was above average, but that the service and atmosphere helped elevate the place. I would definitely consider going back to try some of their other dishes.

As soon as you walk in you'll dig the vibe here. Really rustic with wooden barrels everywhere gives…read moreit a really warm, cozy feel. There is outdoor and indoor dining but since it was blazing hot out I opted to stay inside in the cool AC. Came for brunch on a Sunday so had to try their sangria. It was really refreshing and perfect for a warm day. For entrees, we ordered the short rib hash, chicken and waffles, and the steak and eggs. I had a little of each, but my favorite was the short rib hash. Great flavor and the sauce was fantastic. The steak had a perfect cook on it, and the fried chicken was crispy and flavorful as well. The server was friendly and extremely attentive. He recommended a good dessert which we ended up splitting. When in doubt go with the chocolate brownie Esther vanilla ice cream !

Checked out Barrow House after a farmers market visit and it was packed for a Sunday right at noon…read more Every room has a different vibe which makes the space feel really cozy and interesting instead of just one big dining room. We didn't have a reservation, but they were still able to seat us in the dining room as long as we could wrap up before 1:30, which we appreciated. I wasn't super hungry so we shared the crispy cauliflower and lamb ribs from the appetizer menu. The crispy cauliflower was excellent -- hot, actually crispy, and not drowning in sauce which I really appreciated. The lamb ribs came over labneh (a yogurt base) and the first plate arrived with the lamb cold. I asked our waitress if that was intentional and she said only the labneh should be cold. They immediately replaced it with a fresh order and handled it really well, which I appreciated. Great service recovery and overall a really enjoyable brunch spot with a lively atmosphere.

ambiance is your classic burger joint vibe, with both indoor and outdoor seating available…read more service was quick and efficient, you order at the register. we came in with a pretty big group, and the girl behind the counter was super sweet and patient with all of us. our food also came out really fast, which was awesome. everything we ordered was absolutely delicious and perfect for a quick bite. my personal favorite was the bacon bbq burger definitely recommend if you're looking for a solid, casual burger spot!

randomly passed by the area and was like "hey lets just have some burgers" lol…read more for a Monday night, seeing people there both dining in and ordering take outs, thats a good sign! for some reason, I had a feeling the burgers would be good and they actually were! just simple, well-flavored, fresh, juicy burgers!! nothing fancy, just quality meats and fresh ingredients. Thats all that was needed for that meal. Although I thought fries on the side would be included, that didnt really disappointed me as much. Wish I tried their shakes though. oh and the "chicken wings" were awesome! Truffle Honey Mustard was sooo good

What a lovely restaurant! We went in for brunch for my cousin's birthday. There was potentially if…read morespace available for a group, however, we did make reservations in advance. The service was good, the servers were very kind and patient. My family said the oysters were really good, they ended up ordering a second round. The deviled eggs were perfectly seasoned and moist, great consistency. The French toast was excellent! It was a generous size, I ended up taking some leftovers. Grandma had the Parkside pancakes which was just delightful. Nice spot with delicious food and plenty of space for a large gathering. Would definitely recommend here.

The ambiance here is warm, inviting and was not too loud. Our server was incredibly attentive and…read morefriendly. The buffalo cauliflower bites we ordered were great! Crunchy and not soggy like some you can get. The wedge salad was not a tradional wedge but fantastic nonetheless. We split the brick chicken entree. I don't normally order chicken but it was moist and flavorful. The mashed served with it was a delicious homestyle mash. We ended the meal with the lovely peach crumble. Will be back if I'm ever in the area.

My fiancé and I love this place due to it's ambiance and location, as it's…read moreclose to where we live. The interior of the restaurant is just comfortable, got a real warm, fireplace vibe. The food is good and they offer seasonal specials which are decent and affordable. We usually dine here 3-4 times monthly so think we are pretty good judges of Maggie's. My only callout here is the inconsistency in service. Sometimes amazing and other times unpredicable. Our average bill is around $50ish plus tip, for 2 people. The management needs to step up their game when training the servers, set them up for success. Our most recent visit we arrived right at opening (12 PM) for lunch. We were the only 2 seated at that time. Our table was in the back and right next to us were 3 employees who were rolling silverware in napkins. We heard their entire conversation about their weekend long before we were even greeted. They need some direction on professionalism and that comes directly from their leadership. Great parking and looks like it might be a fun bar scene for sports fans, we are usually there for lunch.

Ordered Nachos- the cheese seemed very artificial more like canned and heated up; Chips were a bit…read morestale. Not your ordinary Mexican style nachos Service is what you expect, courteous.

Stopped by for their happy hour specials which were delicious!…read moreDrink specials were fantastic but the food was even better. Mussels, wings and an espresso martini? Where can you go wrong. My husband and I went early and the bartender was great. Super attentive and quick with everything. The mussels were honestly delicious, the sauce was super flavorful. I'd get them everytime!

I am writing to share details about a disappointing dining experience my sister and I had at MEAL…read morelast night (January 10, 2026). We had high expectations for your restaurant, given its reputation, and the many times we frequent your establishment. However, unfortunately, several issues arose that significantly impacted our evening. We arrived for our reservation and began at the bar with a drink before moving to our table. (2-glasses of bar wine) We sat at the table and then ordered a second glass of wine, which took approximately 15 minutes to arrive--despite the restaurant appearing relatively quiet after 7 PM with only a four-tables occupied. When we inquired at the bar, we were told there were no glasses available, which should have been addressed proactively. Additionally, when reviewing the menu, we did not see a ribeye listed on the menu. We asked the server if there was one available. Our server explained that a ribeye was available for $85. We proceeded to order it (along with a salad, as no other green vegetable options like spinach was available). However, the server later clarified that the $85 price referred to a different steak, and the ribeye we received was priced at $199. This was at the time we received the final bill. This misunderstanding was not clearly communicated upfront, leading to confusion and total disappointment! To make matters worse, when the steak arrived, it appeared totally undercooked (essentially raw in the center), and by the time we addressed it and attempted to proceed, our accompanying mashed potatoes had gone cold. The meat never tastes correct when recooked after bring sliced!!!!!Overall, we felt the service and communication was unacceptable, leaving us confused and terribly dissatisfied. As the owner and chef, is well respected I wrote to him only to find no reply at all. No manager was available on-site to assist us at the time. It is clear the restaurant is failing as there were three tables on Saturday night at 7:00 pm.