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    Don Pepe

    3.7 (162 reviews)
    ModeratePeruvian, Wine Bars
    Closed 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Stuffed avocado with shrimp
    Paloma D.

    This place is so cute! The people are so friendly and the place while small still has about 20 tables and a full bar area. The food was good and the menu has so many options. I ordered the skirt steak with the fried egg, rice and fries. I also tried the stuffed avocado for an appetizer. Everything was delicious. I can't wait to come back and try more items.

    Pollo la bras Pollo
    Shweta C.

    Don Pepe is truly a delicious and amazing Peruvian restaurant right in Central Jersey with wonderful service and even better food! I ordered the whole chicken with rice and beans and papa rellena and it was delicious! I was recommended this restaurant by my student and she told me I needed to try Peruvian food ASAP, and I'm so glad she recommended this spot to me. Though I didn't dine in, I went in to pick up the food and it's a cute, clean restaurant and also has a nice outdoor seating/ patio area too! I can't wait to come back soon!

    1/2 COMBO DON PEPE
    Jessica C.

    I would really give it a 3.5 for today's experience . The food 1/2 chicken and rice came out freezing . I asked them to warm it up and they did but had to wait another 15 min and didn't say sorry , no discount, nothing. After that they didn't clean up the plates or anything. They charged us for the freezing huancaina sauce $7 and when i asked them to warm it up they said they couldn't . The place is pretty and pisco punch was good. The music also was really good for those who like Latin music. Waitress didn't have an attitude but customer service was below average after the cold rice and chicken incident. Also no bus boy/person. The thing with Spanish restaurants and some restaurants that they treat the non-Latin customers better than their own. When are trying to do is support. Also when there's a big table they then forget about the small tables. Other than that the vibe music and drink was good. Food was very good too, just was cold like had been sitting ac for a long time. No wonder food took a while to come out

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    Best food for good pricing! Feeds the whole family! Always recommend this place if you are in the area. A small place with lots of options!

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    Been a few tomes, excellent food! Every time, I try something new. Have not been disappointed once.

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    The rotisserie chicken is so moist and so flavorful. It just makes you want more. Love the #2 combo meal

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    Solid Peruvian chicken. Excellent homemade green sauce. Small seating area inside. Big menu and everything is fresh.

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    Great little local restaurant, love their chicken and fried rice combo. Chicken is very tasty and super yummy with their green sauce.

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    It looks like a whole in the wall but the food is outstanding! I will definitely be going back.

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    Thumkaa Bar and Kitchen - Crispy chicken kebab

    Thumkaa Bar and Kitchen

    3.5(35 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    Had been meaning to update my review for Thumka Restaurant--and after hosting a milestone birthday…read morehere, I finally am. We had about 16 people for a semi-private gathering, and the setup worked perfectly. Huge thanks to Siya, who helped plan everything and made the process easy. The co-owner Sunil checked in to make sure everything was running on time, which I really appreciated. Service was on point--Tony helped us get started, and Roleen made sure everything kept flowing smoothly. Food-wise, everything delivered. The buffet was fresh and flavorful, and we added tandoori shrimp and lamb chops à la carte--both were excellent. Kudos to Chef and owner Ruby Bhalla The place has a fun, upscale NYC vibe, especially on nights with live music. Also appreciated the thoughtful birthday wishes from the team--it made the night feel even more special. Definitely a go-to spot for celebrations.

    Oh so close to being a new go to for Indian food yet read on to see why it's not . . …read more Let me start by pointing out the positives - we ordered take out via their website and it worked perfectly. Food was ready ahead of the promised time, I was greeted super courteously and felt very welcome, the ambiance was very upscale and lastly the food was absolutely delicious. You may be asking why not rate them 5 stars? Well it is a matter of principle. We ordered somosas, chicken 65, tandoori shrimp koliwada appetizer and buttered chicken, and buttered naan - all in around $90. The portion size ridiculously small. The shrimp appetizer was 6 medium sized shrimp for $30 - so $5 a shrimp !!! The buttered chicken was supposed to be a dinner portion, yet came in a container the same size as the appetizers and maybe a cups worth of basmati rice if that. Bad move - thy are in Jamesburg - not Princeton - not Redbank - not NYC. Thankfully there are many other options in the area - not here to advertise them but they are easy to find. Worth a try? Yes maybe - the food will not disappoint - but you will feel taken advantage of when you see how little you are getting for your money.

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    Sophie's Bistro - New Zealand lamb shank braised in a port wine reduction served over Israeli couscous with carrots, mushrooms and onions

    Sophie's Bistro

    4.4(338 reviews)
    10.0 mi
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    This was our second visit to this very pleasant restaurant, and it won't be our last. Our party of…read moresix including two young children was hungry after a busy day. Our order included the following: * Deep Fried Brie served with caramelized onions: $15.95 * (2) Soupe à l'oignon Gratinée - traditional onion soup: $14.95 * Jambe D'agneau Braisée - new zealand lamb shank braised in port wine reduction served over israeli couscous, carrots, mushrooms and onions: $36.95 * Steak au Poivre/au Poivre Vert - two 4 ounce medallions of filet mignon with black peppercorn rub: $39.95 * Pommes Frites (hand cut french fries) $8 This place has the casual look and feel of a Paris bistro, and I really like the vibe. You can sit at tables or the large bar, we chose the former. The service was very good, accommodating and friendly. The food was nicely executed. My lamb shank was tender and tasty. I sampled the steak and thought it was nicely cooked, loaded with flavor and also very tender. The brie was tasty, and didn't seem to heavy, which was surprising as it was deep fried. If I lived in the area, I'd be a regular here.

    Went for lunch on a weekday. I haven't been to a French restaurant in a long time in part because…read moreso many have closed which seems strange to me . I take it,it's a matter of fashion. Any way I had an escargot appetizer. I love snails. I wish they had frogs legs! I had the lamb shank for the main course. My wife had the bouef Bourgogne pot pie (apologies for misspellings ; auto correct is fighting me on this one). The food was excellent. The service was good.They make good cocktails and I a sazerac , something I last had in New Orleans, a long time ago. The ambiance is pleasant and parking is easy.The prices, about what you'd expect. We had dessert and coffee. Oh the bread is very good. Highly recommended!

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    VintEdge Wine Bar and Lounge - Inside

    VintEdge Wine Bar and Lounge

    4.2(105 reviews)
    17.9 mi

    This is a combo review of 2 visits. As they were both FIVE STARS you'll be okay…read more Visit one: Last month I was feeling frisky ::meow:: after a work event at the courthouse and wasn't ready to go home. I literally said to myself as I drove around Somerville that I wish there was a wine or cocktail bar for...mature people like myself to chill at. So I looked up wine bars and boom - VintEdge was right down the street. I came in around 9pm, picked a comfy seat by the window, and ordered. Can you believe I had never had an espresso martini until that evening?? So my first was a pumpkin espresso martini. Well I may have had 2. And another drink. Ahem. The service was great, not fussy, and I wasn't rushed even as we approached last call. Visit 2: having heard about my great experience there alone, my cousin arranged to meet me there last week. Or so she thought. Through a series of mutual miscommunications, I was here at the crib waiting for her, while she was at the wine bar waiting for me. Once we figured that out, she got us some food to go and we ate here at home. Verdict: -excellent seating options - stools, couches, chairs -food is so so good. Tartare, truffle fries. Fig jam pizza -drinks include awesome bottles and seasonal takes on old favorites This could be my new spot.

    HIGHLY RECOMMEND! I was pleasantly surprised by VintEdge and it ended up being one of my favorite…read moreeateries so far this year! The outside is unassuming but on the inside, it feels like a classy, upscale restaurant with a casual ambiance. On a Saturday evening, there were still several tables open inside and outside and seating at the bar. The drinks were amazing. My fave was the lychee martini. The food was also simple yet delicious. Can't wait to come back and try more of their menu. The staff were busy but still polite and attentive.

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    Fish And Sips - Shrimp Cocktail

    Fish And Sips

    4.8(5 reviews)
    17.4 mi

    Seafood is always fried fresh right in front of you. Service is good. Drinks heavy pour. :)read more

    I can't say enough great things about this terrific new spot in Keansburg that's accessible off the…read moreboardwalk or Beachway Ave. Right off the bat you'll pick up a fun vibe when you walk in, a large wrap around bar was the highlight for us, but there are picnic tables surrounding it as well as some outdoor boardwalk seats as well. Came with my wife and son and sat 3 across right at the bar. Our friendly bartender/server, Priya promptly took our drink order and we decided to start off with a pitcher of Sangria and some Oyster Shooters, that came with vodka, fresh Canadian oysters, lemon and hot sauce, everything tasted amazing. We then proceeded to order some apps, a dozen more of the Canadian oysters as well as a Shrimp Cocktail. The oysters were so fresh and delicious and the shrimps were big and tasty. For our main courses, my wife ordered a Fried Combo platter of Cod and Scallops, mu son ordered the Fried Cod Sandwich and I ordered a Fried Combo platter with Fried Clams and Fried Flounder. Everything was so delicious, all the fish was fried perfectly and so tender and flaky, the scallops, not only were they fried perfectly and delicious, they were plentiful, at least 10 of them in my wife's platter and the fried clams were so good, so tender, I loved them. While we were eating I noticed our bartender had a tee shirt that said Keyport Fishery on the back, so I asked if they owned this spot as well, she said yes. Well that explained why everything was just so good, in fact I might have enjoyed the fish here even more. What a great spot this is, even the prices are reasonable. We will be coming here a lot, if I lived closer I'd come every day, LOL.

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    Fried Clams and Flounder Combo Platter

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