We came here on a Friday for a lunch date. We ordered the chicken alla Fallacaro and a Chicken…read moresalad with strawberry. Nothing fancy or out of the ordinary. What makes Giovanna's stands out was Giovanna's Cafe is a local favorite. If you were ever in the area please come by and check it out.

Always a delicious meal whether it's breakfast or lunch! Their strawberry basil lemonade is an…read moreabsolute must have as it's not too sweet and perfectly refreshing for the summer weather. There were a bunch of breakfast specials and we both ordered the lady liberty. You get all of their best: French toast, bacon, sausage, and two eggs your way. The French toast is always perfect and crisp. Their bacon is good quality and crunchy. The sausage here is hands down my favorite in the area as you can enjoy the crisp outer skin and a delicious sausage inside. Eggs here are great as they get them from Goffle Farms. I always prefer over easy. The toast here is always amazing and delicious as they use quality bread. Service is good however when we went to pay I was standing up at the counter and the girl working the register took people on line behind me as if she didn't see me. When we she finally got to me no apology and a bit of an attitude when she said "I'll get to you next". Other than that. I always enjoy my meals here.

4.5 stars -- only because I've only been there once. Once I return, I'm sure I'm going to pop up to…read more5 stars! This tiny place in Ho-Ho-Kus was a truly lovely brunch experience. The food was fresh (how did they find a flawless avocado in the middle of winter???) and the flavors delicious. The service was outstanding -- weekend brunch was packed, and they put your name on a list in case you want to walk around town while you're waiting. Don't go too far, because somehow they're able to move the tables without making folks feel rushed. Each person we encountered -- the host, the folks at the counter, our server -- was nicer than the last. I got a bowl that had slightly cooked spinach, poached eggs, sweet potatoes and that GOHgeous avocado I mentioned above. One thing I really liked about this bowl is that it didn't have rice in it -- something that would've made it too overwhelming. This was the perfect combo and portion size. Someone else in our small group got the avocado toast (more avocado!!) and also said it was excellent. Definitely plan to return!

We came here for weekend brunch. Seemed to be really popular spot among locals as it was packed…read more Luckily we didn't have to wait long as few parties had just left. The interior of the restaurant was so nice, modern and well lit. There were outdoor seating area available as well. Other than street parking, they also had free parking spots at the rear side of the restaurant. We ordered the egg benedict, steak and egg, and pancake stack. They were served within a short time. Overall all the dishes were good. Steak was cooked well. But the pieces were thick. I wish it had more flavor. The chimichurri sauce on the steak saved the dish. Pancakes were fluffy and little sweet, my daughter liked it. The service was decent as well. Both the owners (father & son) were present at the restaurant, helping out rest of the staff. One of them stopped by our table to check on our dining experience. Overall we had a wonderful brunch time here.

Ordered 6 matchas and 4 coffees, but unfortunately, the matchas were completely off. As you can see…read morein the photo, they weren't green at all and didn't taste like matcha--they tasted exactly like Fruity Pebbles cereal milk. Disappointed since we ordered so many, hopefully they will improve their matcha or they probably should remove it from the menu.

Visited this small and cozy cafe for breakfast on the weekend. I got a matcha latte and the hearty…read moreomelette. The matcha was sweeter than I prefer, but still good. Omelette was tasty, but nothing special. Presentation was super cute though! Inside was clean and cute. Not many tables, so there may be a wait depending on how busy it is when you come. Service was great despite how busy it got. I can see myself coming back here!

Great food, fresh quality. Waiter was nice and service was…read moregood. overall, best breakfast place we've been.

Great breakfast! I left my name and sooner than the 30 minutes we were forewarned, we found…read moreourselves seated. I got a waffle and the Million Dollar Bacon, my wife got an avocado toast and my daughter got eggs and potatoes. Everything came out fresh and delicious. My waffle, in particular, was excellent! We will absolutely be back for Saturday or Sunday brunch.

Willow & Whisk has quickly become one of our favorite brunch spots. The decor is bright, airy, and…read moreinviting, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a great meal. The service is consistently excellent--the staff is always friendly, attentive, and makes you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. We never skip the mini brioche French toast to share. It's the perfect sweet start (or finish!) to the meal and an absolute must-order. We've tried several dishes, including the shakshuka, ranchero scramble, Whisk scramble, and the black garlic burger, and every single one has been delicious. Honestly, we haven't had anything here that we didn't love. The quality is consistently great, portions are generous, and everything is packed with flavor. If you're looking for a spot with amazing food, warm service, and a beautiful atmosphere, Willow & Whisk is definitely worth a visit. We'll keep coming back!

THE FOOD ---------------…read more+ Mini Brioche French Toast - Lots of ADDICTIVELY delicious little French Toast bites. Could have used more strawberry and banana slices in it though. The whipped cream cheese dip/topping was so unique and goooooood and what really made the dish. + So-Cal Breakfast Bowl - Sunny-side up egg, breakfast potatoes, black beans, pico de gallo, sharp Wisconsin cheddar, roasted tomato aioli were all good. No real complaints about the dish other than it came with toast in old photos, but I guess they did away with it. + Lemon Ricotta Pancakes - Lemon curd flavor was soooooooo goooooood. Loved these huge, pillowy pancakes. There was a smear of lemon curd on the top layer pancake with blueberries all around. Didn't look huge in photos, but it's definitely a big order of 3 pancakes. + Raspberry Coulis Pancakes (Seasonal) - Same comment as above, but with a white chocolate sauce, raspberries twist. Once again, EXCELLENT pancakes and flavor. Loved every single bite of this. + Matcha Lemonade - Very unique. Basically tasted like what its name was. It was lemonade with a hint of matcha flavor in it. THE SERVICE ------------------- + Waitress was verrrry friendly, courteous and professional. She had a little personality to her and was on top of everything. + Food came out very quick after we ordered. THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------- + Beautifully decorated, contemporary restaurant. Everything about this restaurant was very homey, yet modern. + Floor to ceiling windows let in a lot of natural light everywhere. + Lots of tables and seats inside, but it gets BUSY during brunch hours. + Outdoor seating was available in their patio at the front. + Parking lot was shared with the rest of the Boulder Run Shopping Center. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS ------------------------------------- = Arrived at 10:50 AM on a nice August Sunday morning and, as expected, it was BUSY. However, it was only about a 15 minute wait when we were quoted 45 minutes, so it's not a long wait at all. = When you wait for a table, they take down your number and text you when your table is ready.

Delicious…read more Outstanding smoked salmon with capers. Incredibly fresh. I also had the chefs favorite smoothie, which was banging. Great decor. Excellent wait staff with true table side manner. Great outdoor seating with ample parking in quiet saddle river. Great spot. Check out for brunch or breakfast, really awesome spot.

THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ PHENOMENAL FOOD!!!!! ++++ Miso Marinated Salmon - Was absolutely delicious. Salmon was cooked perfectly, wasn't dry and still moist. The citrus scented wild rice was excellent too. ++++ Truffle Burger - Honestly, one of the BEST burgers I've had in a longggggg, longgggg time. Everything was perfect about it - the caramelized onions, gruyere on top, bacon, truffle aioli, and, of course, the burger itself. The patty was dripppping with juices with every single bite and cooked to medium excellence. Oh, and those truffle fries that came with it? To die for! Loved the thinness of them and there was PLENTY of it to go around. ++++ Kids Macaroni & Cheese with Fruit - Relatively simple, but the creamy kind of mac and cheese. Kids absolutely loved it. The fruits were just grapes and a few little slices of pineapple, which we would have liked a bit more of. ++++ Kids Cheeseburger and Fries - Burger was DEFINITELY, without a doubt cooked well-done. It was a bit on the tiny side, but we still split it between the kids. Once again, fries were fantastic and there was more than enough to share. ++++ Banana-Rama Smoothie - Strawberry, banana goodness. Could definitely tell this was not artificial from the "true" flavor of the smoothie. It wasn't super sweet. + Service was very good throughout the evening. ++++ Food came out shockingly fast and fresh. ++++ Our waiter was friendly, on point and came by to check on us a few times. + Plenty of space inside of the restaurant, including an outdoor-indoor tent that is heated. + Decor was modern and contemporary, very clean inside. + Ambiance for dinner was dark and intimate, which caught me off guard because I thought it would be more casual, but perfect for group gatherings still and casual dine-ins. + PLENTY of parking in the large lot in front and to the side of the restaurant, which is shared within a little strip mall. + They take reservations online. THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - Nada! MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada! RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Dined from 5:45 - 7:15 PM on a Friday and most of the evening crowd was older and there weren't many families with kids. There were maybe 2-3 families with kids, but they left by 6:15 PM. Most of the groups were groups of 4, seemingly catching up during a nice meal. CONCLUSION -------------------- = I was pleasantly surprised by the experience we had here. I figured this would be a super casual Friday after work/school dinner with the fam, but this turned out to be one of the best meals we've had in North Jersey in a while. Food, service and ambiance here was excellent. Wish they had .5 stars on Yelp because Saddle River Cafe is as close to perfection as it can get at 4.5 stars!

Chestnut Ridge, NY - Threefold Cafe continues to be one of my favorite places to eat in Rockland!…read moreSee my previous review for why I love them. I'm updating this review mostly to add more photos, but have been enjoying hanging out here for a coffee & pastry while catching up on emails or just taking in the peaceful surroundings, meeting friends for lunch, and most recently returned for one of their lively Friday night dinners with music on the outdoor patio (indoors if the weather is uncooperative). They are now open for dinner 5 nights a week in the summer! The menu is seasonal and changes often, with daily specials and some staples. The food is hearty and wholesome, and I love their salads. Relaxed atmosphere, family friendly, BYOB.

Still an enjoyable experience at your pace especially when not packed! Today, after taking a few…read morebites of the food, I felt like you could taste the "homemade" feel. The quiche for example tasted like something i would make, though not sure if that's a good thing or not (ha). The chicken shawarma ($14) was pretty good though the pita could have been softer; it had eggplant, onions and mushroom as well. Quite enjoyed the strawberry cupcake - light and airy. They have glasses of tap water in the fridge which you can help yourself to and you bus your own tables by putting your silverware and plates in a pan. They have a very small parking lot that says 20 minute parking. We parked at the school next to it so hopefully that was ok. Not sure where all the customers were parking as the official lot was full.

I've never found a place locally that I could get a full Irish breakfast and here we are! The…read moreplace is full of Irish goods and they even have Shepard Pie that you can take home. The food was cooked perfectly and especially the eggs. The service was great and the place is beautiful adorned with many treats to take home after you eat. Don't let the small presence outside because inside it's larger than life. Transport yourself to Ireland and visit them today.

Great Irish Diner/Restaurant/Gift shop. For is great. Love the Traditional Irish Breakfast…read more Bottomless coffee. There are over a thousand Irish item for sale. Cookies, mugs, teas and jams. Staff is very friendly. A great addition to our awesome town. Stop in and grab a bite to eat and Peru's all the cookies, teas jams and coffee mugs that are for sale Highly recommend

Impressive experience To-Go Order! Everything was served hot and delicious. The Espresso Con Panna…read morewas on point, and the fresh bagels and breads were fantastic. I tried the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Bagel as well as the Hangover sandwich smashed potatoes served on the side (not pictured). Would love to check out the inside next time!

Coffee is good and like they offer a dark roast option. Decent prices and parking lot in front. We…read moregot a scone and it wasn't anything to write home about but to be fair I'm not a big scone fan. I will try their other options. Very small inside.

Listen, I been holdin off on this because I wanted to make sure I was accurate with my review…read more Here's what I have to say after a handful of visits. Good hometown cafe feel regarding the ambiance. Service wise, everybody is pretty cool depending on what you vibe with most. Personally I like when Maria & Avi are there, Maria specifically brings that abuelita feel to the spot--real warm and welcoming. Need that. Food wise, I've really just been fw the breakfast options but everything I've had is real solid. Nothing I've tried has disappointed. To be exact I've had a few of the breakfast sandwiches + some platters. French toast is painnn. Just make sure you check that everything is how you requested it

Great neighborhood cafe. Enjoyed bringing family . Good cheeseburgers and breakfast all day…read more Outdoor seating . Maria our waitress was fantastic.