I wanted my usual Indian but didn't feel like driving out of the way. So there's apparently this…read morenew place right on my drive home. Good reviews, let's go in. I went in, and the entire place is marked Self Service. You order at the kiosk and you pick up at the counter, whether dining in or taking out. Okay, fine. This was my first time. Staff is very friendly but difficult to understand, so I took my time translating foods. Settled on Manchurian paneer for the appetizer and a dry chicken (pachi mirchi kodi) biryani for my main course. Nice and spicy. I considered eating in vs. taking out; it's a modern bare place and there are several tables although nothing fancy (hard plastic and wood benches), but the main factor is that the drinks are overpriced. Maybe bring your own? Problem with the kiosk is that I can't just ask for water, nowhere to type in requests - though I do not recommend Parsippany water. Maybe the lassi is worth it but the cups weren't that large for $4 plus. One man's opinion. With that said, now that I've mentioned the kiosk, if you want or need to customize your order (allergies, add-ons, etc.), I do believe you can walk up and order in person as well. Spicy food home after multiple warnings. Verdict? Paneer: Less spicy and less crispy than I expected. Dipping sauces included, but at least one seemed like it was meant for the biryani. The white yogurt sauce I held onto. At least a solid portion size 3.75/5. Biryani: Meat buried under the rice. Good quantity, unique flavor for a "dry meat" dish that I had to look up. Spice maybe a touch hotter on this one. 5/5. Sauces: The brown sauce is thick and not spicy. Made it my dessert. White helped with the heat. Neither sauce was on the menu but they were thrown in with my order, which was nice. Verdict: Fun, convenient, and I'll keep it in mind to try some different things here as I pass every afternoon - but it's not dethroning my favorite.

Goat Pepper Fry - if you're a spicy-food lover, this is the dish you must order here…read more Due to family commitments, I couldn't visit this place when it first opened in my city--but better late than never, right? We went on a cold Sunday night, and to my surprise, the place looked completely deserted. It immediately felt more like a takeaway spot than a proper dine-in restaurant. The paper plates, plastic cutlery, and overall setup confirmed it. And yes--my guess was right. Their business model is clearly focused on takeaway / online orders / to-go, with very little emphasis on dine-in even though they have 6-7 tables that could seat around 28 people. It's just not their priority, it seems. Anyway, I ordered at the counter: Goat Pepper Fry I honestly can't recall having a better version anywhere. Rajni's version comes close, but this one wins in consistency and flavor. Absolutely worth it. Pachi Mirchi Kodi Biryani- Let's not call it biryani--because it's not. But as a dish? Fantastic. It's more like chicken gravy mixed with rice, and it tastes really good. but its miles away from being called BIRYANI. I'm a big mutton/lamb/goat and biryani lover. Most people hesitate to try goat at restaurants due to the smell, but I always give it a shot--knowing I'll be disappointed 70% of the time. This time, it paid off. Overall, I'd give them a 4/5, but: * I'm deducting 1/2 star for hygiene. Even if dine-in isn't their focus, the restaurant still needs basic cleaning. Tables, stands, and doors were visibly dirty. * Another 1/2 star for the paper plates and plastic cutlery. I can't enjoy biryani with tiny plastic spoons--they practically cut your lips. So technically it's 3/5, but that Goat Pepper Fry is such a highlight that I'm pushing it back to 4/5. I'll definitely be trying more items from them.

I honestly can't say a single bad thing about Naxos. After my first visit, I went back the very…read moresame week, and it has officially earned a spot in my top three restaurants in New Jersey. From the moment you arrive, everything is exceptional. Parking is plentiful, which is always a plus. The restaurant itself is stunning, with beautiful colors and an atmosphere that truly makes you feel like you've been transported to Greece. The service is equally impressive! From the warm welcome at the hostess stand to the attentive and knowledgeable servers. For appetizers, we've tried the octopus, roasted beets, and the lobster gyros. Every dish was outstanding. As someone who loves octopus, I was surprised that the lobster gyros completely stole the show. The flavors were incredibly unique, and every bite was absolute perfection. The seafood here is cooked beautifully. We've had the Lavraki, Tsipoura, and Dover sole, and each one was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. If you're a fan of branzino, I highly recommend trying the Lavraki. The lamb is also fantastic and definitely worth ordering. For dessert, we've only ever ordered the Loukoumades because I just can't bring myself to choose anything else. These golden, crispy dough balls are soaked in a luscious homemade honey syrup and are simply irresistible. When you find perfection, why change it? (I love textures and this dessert give you that) Naxos delivers on every level, food, atmosphere, and service. It's one of those rare restaurants that exceeds expectations every single time, and I can't wait to keep coming back because its so hard to find this level of perfection.

Been here twice. Would all the time if the prices were more…read moreaffordable. The establishment itself is stunning. Seafood was fresh drinks were made well and the staff was friendly. Great spot for a large party.

11/28/25 We were…read morecatching up on Dexter and hubby really wanted a Cubano after it was mentioned several times LOL We came and got him a Cubano and it was huge and stuffed with pernil and ham and cheese. The fries were crispy. Breaded Shrimp was meh Guyaba and Guanábana yummy Bistec de Cerdo was delicious and flavorful and the Yucca en Mojo was soft, needed more garlic hehehe love all the extra onions my fav! Ronel was friendly and Roger is a joyous owner/chef.

Cozy Corner Cuban Bistro in Garwood delivers the real thing. I ordered the Cuban sandwich,…read morecroquetas de jamón, and a Cuban coffee, and all three were outstanding. The sandwich was the most authentic I have had outside Miami and Tampa, pressed just right with the balance of pork, ham, pickle, and mustard that tells you they care. The croquetas were textbook, creamy inside with a crisp shell, and the coffee had that rich, roasty punch that makes you sit up a little straighter. What sealed it was the atmosphere. The room felt authentically Cuban from the music to the decor, no detail spared, nothing performative. We were the only ones there at 2 p.m. on a Saturday, which made it feel like our own little escape. Service was kind, prompt, efficient, and attentive without hovering, exactly how you want it. I was with my soulmate and we both left smiling. I will absolutely come back and I want to work my way through more of the menu. This is a keeper.

The moment you walk in, there is plethora of foods you can choose and they are irresistible good…read moreand smells good. I chose rice and beans and fried fish

Delicious! I was pleasantly satisfied with the juicy, well-marinated meats. The lamb was especially…read moreyummy to my partner and I, and I ate it so slowly to try and savour the flavour. The naan paired perfectly with the meats. My partner loved the chicken kebab and said that it transported him back to Bangladesh! We also ordered the rice pudding which was yummy with pistachios on top. We left the restaurant feeling full and satisfied. This is a wonderful spot for halal food, tasty meats, and quaint atmosphere. Service was prompt and efficient. Thank you!

Medina Foundation & BBQ Grill is one of those places you could easily drive past without realizing…read morethere's a restaurant inside. From the outside, there isn't much to give it away, but there's convenient parking right outside. Inside, it's small, clean, and neat, with a simple setup. We asked the staff what they recommended for someone trying Pakistani food, and the mixed grill was their pick. We also ordered papdi chaat, samosa chaat, and chicken samosas--although unfortunately, they were out of the chicken samosas. For our no-spice son, we went with fries and nuggets. The nuggets were crispy and, after a forced intermittent fast caused by missing several exits, he was basically in seven heaven. We also decided to try the biryani despite some less-than-great reviews. And Chapli kebab beef ( but we got chicken....). Apparently, biryani, nihari, and qorma are among the dishes you should try when exploring Pakistani food. The biryani had a good flavor, but ours was seriously short on meat--it eventually came back as a plate of mostly bone-in meat. The mixed grill was okay, although the Behari kebab had some serious heat. One bite and you felt the need to drown yourself in water just to survive. . The chapli kebab was good but just wrong meat.... For us, the highlights were definitely the papdi chaat, samosa chaat, naan, and the kulfi (which seemed more like an Indian packaged brand than something homemade). Overall, I'd give it 4/5 for ambiance, 3/5 for food, and 4/5 for price. Service improved when we asked for a few changes, and the staff were helpful. Not sure we'll be back, mainly because there are a plethora of other options nearby. But it served its purpose, gave us a taste of Pakistani food, and got us happily back on the road toward the DMV.

The steak tidbits were delicious, especially w/ the brown gravy. I'll definitely be ordering a side…read moreof it next time because it went perfectly with the fries. The stuffed shells were much larger than expected, but they were so good that we still managed to finish them. The highlight of the evening was our server. She was attentive, friendly and made sure we were well taken care of throughout the meal. For a last-minute dinner this place definitely exceeded expectations and left us wanting to come back to try more of the menu; especially the pies.

Saw a viral video from them on social media for their April specials and one definitely caught my…read moreeye. It was the French Dip Pizza...WOWZA. Definitely worth the trip. Unique and tasted even better when you poured on the side of au jus that we had to remind them to bring over. Didn't have reservations but we were seated immediately and the place was packed. Very nice atmosphere, modern layout. Definitely will go back to try some other menu items like the short rib grilled cheese, or their meatball salad both sound delicious.

By the time you read this review from the beginning of May, this excellent pop-up restaurant at the…read moreback of the Standard Hotel in a nice little space likely will have passed as unfortunately they're closing on the 31st. The pop-up is here celebrating the 10th anniversary of the popular CDMX restaurant with their menu changing a bit based on what is obtained daily from the Union Square Farmer's Market so if you decide to go, you will very likely have a different menu than what we had but they have most of their general options on their website. Apparently the place is known for their crudo but we stuck with only main dishes. They had a unique drink menu including many Mexican wines but as I unfortunately had a drink/a more expensive meal the previous day, I didn't get a drink but apparently they were working with a speakeasy in Mexico City as well. The best of the mains was the $60 New York Steak listed as 300g with ripe plantain, black mole, chamomile honey, parsley, sesame seeds. The star was of course the mole which was outstanding with a huge mélange of spices with a bit of sweetness, a bit of heat, a bit of smokiness, and a light bit of bitterness and was just a great example of what a black mole can be. The large steak was also cooked a perfect medium rare on both sides of the table (we ordered the same dish twice so 3 people can share per side) regardless of the size of the piece and said bistek went well with the mole. The plantain was a bit odd as it was one whole large plantain which kept the texture more even though my personal preference would be for them to be sliced so there's a bit more of a burnt or roasted texture more similar to other maduros. The "Arroz Con Pollo" for $38 listed as 280g with saffron, chorizo, avocado, and coriander was also very tasty and the 2nd favorite of our group. The portion size was quite large with the rice having a nice yellow tinge from the saffron as well as the various spices with it being cooked down until it was soft though it kept some texture. The pieces of chicken in there were very tender though there wasn't much in there with the biggest meat portion being the chorizo which was well spiced and overall excellent. In terms of the disparity, this very likely was because of the serving we got as I presume this was taken from a very large pot before being topped with the sliced avocado. Speaking of which, the aguacate/avocado worked nicely adding a touch of richness to the dish. The last main dish were the Glazed Short Ribs for $55 with spring carrot and chicharron. The large piece of meat was fork tender and had a nice sauce which I think had a bit of wine among other things which paired nicely with the steak. The fried pork skin added a bit of crunch and the carrots adding a touch of sweetness. This was also good though overall my least favorite main dish though mostly because the other two dishes were so outstanding but I would still recommend it. As the rest of the food was excellent, a few of us decided to order some desserts which were all $16. My easy preference of the two was the Pastel de Elote or in other words the Corn Cake with cajeta, mezcal, caramelized popcorn, vanilla ice cream. The corn cake was soft and barely sweetened which was nice. However the highlight was definitely the cajeta which had a smokiness and a faint alcohol flavor from the mezcal with it reminding me of a much more balanced version of the French Connection; an alcoholic dulce de leche sauce from Aubi & Ramsa. The bit of popcorn was nice along with the ice cream. Pretty tasty was the Torrijas or Toasted Brioche Bread with goat cheese emulsion, organic pure honey, and chili powder which I got to try a bit of. The brioche texture was fine though I wish there was a bit more crispiness with the goat cheese adding a nice light funk. The chili powder added a nice little unique flair to the dish which I haven't seen before and was probably the most notable part about it. Overall, it was well composed though I preferred the former much more. Not much to complain about this pop-up restaurant as the portion sizes were generous and the meats were perfectly prepared. I wish they were going to last longer and I hope they come back to NYC again.

So cool... For a Pop-Up, it gives more than anyone! The…read moreactual Chef from the original in Mexico City is here and visiting all the tables with his amazing dishes. If you like a fresh experience, and want to do it here in NYC without the travel.... It's worth it.

Super cool concept! They bring tasty food from other neighborhoods to a coffee shop or bar close to…read moreyou & make it fresh there - like an outpost! The team has really good taste in restaurants and menu selections and the food tastes just as good as in the original store. I'm excited to try more

The food was amazing! Wouldn't be able to get this in my neighborhood otherwise. Would come back…read moreagain!

I'll start off by saying I'm not vegan, but I love trying vegan options. The shop is small and…read moredoesn't have any seating, so it's more of a pop in and pop out type of place. There were so many treats to choose from, I had such a hard time deciding. There also weren't prices on the labels, so we had to ask the employee, who was nice enough, but if it was busy, I would find it a bit inconvenient. I ended up deciding on a red velvet cupcake and the cutest teddy bear spritz cookie. The red velvet cupcake was de-lish, I'd recommend this one! The teddy bear cookie was sooo cute but I didn't like it that much :( admittedly I mostly bought it because it was so darling, as I'm not a big fan of spritz cookies. I think the flavor of the vegan butter was overpowering, as I'm not used to that flavor. All of the other pastries looked wonderful though, so I'd definitely come back to try out some other ones!

Great service and lots of variety. The clerk was very willing to help me and offer suggestions,…read morewhich I appreciate. They offer vegan, gluten free foods and desserts. I got the pumpkin biscotti and the apple cobbler cupcake. The cupcake was delicious. I wouldn't get the biscotti again but that was due to personal preference. Everything is labeled with potential allergen issues, which is helpful. I'll be back.