An excellent way to ring in my Womb Exit Anniversary. My top-tier chum who literally went to the…read moreschool of hospitality brought me here last Sunday for a birthday dinner. I picked it knowing the solid rep of Jessica's Cafe in Plainfield, so I can't say I was stunned to find out this was awesome - but given the expectations coming in, this probably even slightly exceeded them. Pretty cool. This was literally my first time in Fanwood, unless you count taking the Raritan Valley Line through here to Hunterdon County back in the day (I don't think it counts). The weather was a little iffy throughout the day, which I'm assuming played a factor in the town feeling a little desolate when we showed up. It reminds me a lot of the Newport neighborhood in JC - super, super gentrified. Maybe it's just the section where Jessica's is though, right across the street from the train station. We parked over there, not entirely sure if that was naughty or not, but given our outdoor seating, we easily could have peeped a cop or tow truck driver before anything terrible happened (I think it was fine, given it was a Sunday night). All that to say though, I'm not entirely sure where the ideal parking is if it's not at the train station. We were only in the restaurant for a minute (enough time to ogle a fridge or freezer of tasty looking meat to the right of the entrance), so I can't speak to the spiffiness of the interior. Even though rain was a possibility, it seemed worth the risk to stay outside due to the temps and large umbrellas. No regrets in that regard. We were seated promptly and ordered shortly thereafter, while also receiving some decent bread and butter with a bit of olive oil drizzle. Quite tasty. Somehow it's become an informal tradition, but if it's on the menu we usually get the Grilled Octopus. One of the better ones we've had. Nice and crispy (texture to me is the key to this one) and seasoned well. The accompanying potatoes were a nice touch to the proceedings - would totally get this again. A lot of the other apps looked good too, but someone accidentally made me birthday weenies on the grill earlier, so I couldn't get QUITE as frisky as I normally would. Both of us gave the lamb a long, hard look (and my chum wondered aloud about the ribeye special for the rest of the evening - possibly the one that got away) but I ultimately went with my classic Short Ribs entree. Delicious. Tender, flavorful and the perfect serving size. I was a little nervous that a puree versus mashed would mean the potatoes were too wet or liquidy, but not the case at all - they maintained their relatively solid integrity as far as I was concerned. I forgot to take a picture of dessert, but I got the Creme Brule. Also excellent, and at the perfect temp. I think there may have been a birthday musical accompaniment with that, but it's all a blur. Arguably just as good if not better was the service. Our waiter was super personable and professional, stopping by regularly and just added a hospitable touch to the meal that brought this to the upper echelon for me. Service is king, and it matters - you can't take for granted the ability of your server to essentially riff for two minutes on their menu knowledge, as well as just good-natured banter. Had that in spades. Coming back for sure - Womb Exit Anniversary or not.

Jessica's is a beautifully designed restaurant serving a continental menu. Our party of four…read morestarted with perfectly prepared grilled octopus, and an order of mussels. Our entrees were the fettuccine seafood mix, the short ribs, and filet mignon. All were delicious and ample portions. Service is impeccable as servers are polite and friendly. There is ample parking behind restaurant in a parking lot.

Amazing eggs at Westfield Station Café -- simple, perfectly done, and somehow exactly what I…read moreneeded. There's something special about a place that gets the breakfast eggs so right. Paired with a good coffee, it felt like a quiet little reset in the middle of the day.

Food and service is consistently on point!! Delicious dishes and friendly service makes it feel…read morelike you're a part of the family! The salads are huge and full of fresh ingredients.., the breakfast is always delicious ! The kofta and falafel are the best in the area. And I heard they're opening for dinner starting Tuesday Night!! Can't wait to try the dinner! YUM

Cute Italian cafe with amazing coffee, pastries , schiacciata sandwiches and much more …read more. They have a store front with many little treats including good olive oil. We tasted their olive oil which was grassy and fresh. Coffee is excellent. Almond croissant is a great choice with it . The sandwich we tried had prosciutto and Burrata n was a good pick . What I loved about this spot is the cozy seating , the simplicity of the sandwich and an authentic Italian vibe. Will be back for more !

Fariniolio's is a high quality restaurant that is owned by by Annette and Francesco who created a…read morerestaurant based on their dream to build a foundation that would serve and provide only the best of ingredients choosing simplicity and " La Schiacchiata " a simple tasty Tuscan bread that is often eaten with meals, it can be filled with meats and eaten with many different kinds of vegetables. Annette and Francesco feel that schiacchiata is a perfect example of foods that connects Italian foods and it's culture. Schiacchiata means smashed or flat and is a very old peasant bread from before the Middle Ages. Soft on the inside crisp outside with extra virgin olive oil and sea salt sprinkled on top with no set recipe each baker has their own. Laura is a Partner with Annette and Francesco to this fabulous upscale little restaurant. They serve amazing coffees, sweets, sandwiches, soups, sandwiches can be with meat, vegetarian, vegan, there is burrata salad, vegan salad and more, vegan Cipillollina sandwich and so much more, Buonamici vegetarian sandwich and many more, Prosciutto cotto and fontina cheese sandwich and many more cured meat sandwiches. Sweets such as Crostatina al pistachio, bombolini and so much more. The menu is unique and wonderful. The restaurant I describe as chic, relaxed, upscale casual and worth your attention. Address: 121 East Broad Street Westfield, NJ 07090 - USA Phone: Phone: 973-531-6661 Hours: From Monday to Sunday From 8am to 4pm www.farinolio.com

After our ophthalmologist visit and hanging out at a Costco nearby and reading the reviews, we…read moredecided to come here. We were immediately seated after arriving. The restaurant is small and comfy, with 4-seat tables lined up against one wall and the opposite wall being taken up by a counter and counter seats. Pictures of food hang on both walls and four brown ceiling fans hang from the ceiling. The restaurant's color scheme is very "latte", as the main colors are white and beige and only one part of the wall is red. Daughter ordered the fried flounder with 2 over easy eggs and grits with wheat bread. She said that the fish was nicely fried and crunchy. It didn't need tartar or cocktail sauce. She said it was her first time eating a breakfast item like this and her taste buds had never felt this sensation before. LOL. Hubs ordered the pinto con chorizo with sunny side up eggs. The server warned him that the sausage was spicy, but he didn't care. When we came here, Hubs didn't expect Hispanic food for brunch and was so surprised and so happy. He found the first item that he can see and translate and was happy he did. The chorizo had a nice spunk to it. He was happy that he got rice and beans instead of home fries and what a delightful change! The chips were also nice and crispy. Lastly, I had waffles with mixed fruit. I LOVED my waffles because it was nice and crunchy. The mixed fruit were bananas, strawberries, grapes and blueberries. They were a nice touch. I was asked if I wanted whipped cream and I said yes. Coffee was freshly brewed and it was nice and strong. It wasn't ordinary diner coffee. Hubs was happy about getting his cup refilled. Service was fast and really friendly. The waiter was always smiling. Parking is street parking. When we were there, it was free parking. Neighborhood was a bit sketchy, though. We were thinking of checking out the flea market across the street but changed our minds. Glad we got to try this place! Maybe one day, we'll be back.

Soooo yummy!!! I love the waffles. This place really hit the spot and everyone there is so kind.read more

Decided to come on Thursday morning to have a nice breakfast for my birthday and my parents…read moreanniversary. Even on a weekday morning, the dining room is full of people. The table wasn't cleaned before we sat down, and we were given the wrong specials menu, which we found out after we tried to order something from it. We were also brought the wrong coffees, but drank them anyway (still tasted delicious). However, our server was friendly and checked in frequently, and all of our food was delicious. I chose the goat cheese frittata, which was packed with cheese and mushrooms! My mom had the cannoli french toast (more like a dessert than breakfast, but so worth it), and my dad had the biscuit sammy with sausage. His only complaint was that there was too much hot honey on his sandwich that it drowned out the other flavors. My mom and I both loved our food. Overall, I would give this place another try, just come very close to opening to try and beat the crowd.

Stopped in the other morning to try out Almost Home General after seeing so many posts…read more To start, place is very cute with loads of seating. Staff were very kind and very helpful!! They provided suggestions which I love. Ordered an iced log cabin. Loved the drink!! Only downside, even though it was iced, felt like warm. It was delicious regardless. Just felt like more ice was needed. Loved the positive sayings on the cups. Needed it that morning! Ordered an OG breakfast sandwich and that was delicious. Little pricy, but filling. Overall enjoyed it and will be back to try more!

Wow! Stopped in for a quick lunch and to watch Football. This place is REALLY good! Service was…read moreamazing! We had one of the managers (Kate) serving us due to the crowd and she was superb! Ok, now to the food: We ordered Bibb Salad - great!!!, the bbq wings (ask them to make them bbq style vs Peruvian) - awesome wing, but the bbq sauce was all gas - a 10 - Loved it! They are also known for their burger, which was solid, Steak Sandwich was also good, but the burger was def the better choice! Then we wrapped up worh the dessert: ordered Cheesecake which was beautiful and delicious. The homemade crust was an absolute 10!!! Then they let us sample their apple pie, which is currently not a menu item but they're testing it out. Also good! And finally, the s'mores bananas split! A unique spin on the traditional banana split. The flambéd bananas were crazy good. Great dish. So, everything was on point and extremely tasty!!! My only criticism was the bar could've been a tad quicker with the drink refills but once requested, they refreshed our drinks. I'd definitely be back here as it was great experience with food and service! Everything Kate recommended was spot on good!!! We'll be back!

Went here for happy hour/dinner with my family and a friend's family. It was my second time dining…read morehere. My first time was ok but too crowded on a weekend. This time, the food was ok (relatively mediocre), but i cannot return because we found a mouse under the kids' seats after finishing dinner. The kids were playing under the table and I told them to get up but they said there was a mouse. We thought they were joking or making it up bc they're young and tend to play make believe but then after my daughter confirmed she wasn't making it up, I looked under with my phone flashlight. Lo and behold, a little mouse chomping away at a trap. Which means they know about the problem. I feel sick to my stomach because you just don't know if the mice are crawling around on the tables at night, on the dishes, in the kitchen, etc. Sorry to say, but I won't be returning.

Was checking out the area and found this coffee shop. We didnt know what to order so we had some…read morehelp from the baristas. We ended up ordering the honey drop latte, and the mocha. The baristas were very friendly and they knew what drinks to recommend. The atmosphere was cozy and allowed people to work on their laptops while enjoying their coffee. We will def come back with other friends/family members there were a couple of outdoor tables in the back and the front where we could bring our 125 lb labrador. There is parking round back.

Black Drop Coffee is a really cute spot with a great ambiance and plenty of seating, whether you're…read morelooking to chat or get some work done. The staff was both kind and patient. They offer a year-round menu along with seasonal specials; however, it seems there's a small gap during menu transitions, so I'd recommend calling ahead to see what's available before your visit. I missed the chance to try their seasonal menu, but I opted for a Mocha Latte, a Vanilla Bean Latte, and a Honey Drop Latte. The Mocha was definitely the favorite! They also have a nice variety of pastries, as well as some grab-and-go fruits and snacks. One small tip: make sure to scan the wall for the food menu. It isn't posted on the main board or at the counter, so we actually missed it at first since it was toward the back wall. The pastries are at the front so we ended up getting a spinach and feta pastry. Overall, it's a solid spot to check out if you're in the area!

I have been here before, but this is my first time writing a review. Don't know why Turning Point…read moredoesn't have higher Yelp rating. I really like the food here and the ambiance. Reminds me of a country breakfast spot. The menu has several nice options for those looking for a traditional American breakfast and those that are trying to be health conscious. Prices are reasonable too. Free parking is available in the back of the restaurant...I got the Breakfast Combo and the "Just Beet It" beet juice drink. The combo comes with eggs, breakfast potatoes, French toast or waffles or pancakes, and a meat. I got the French toast and chicken sausage. The breakfast potatoes are fantastic. Nicely seasoned and the right amount of crisp from the griddle. The dining area has a bar and a few separate seating areas. Wait staff was a little slower than usual but it was kind of busy at the time so I will give that a pass. The establishment has been in Town for several years. Turning Point over the past year has become one of my favorite spots for breakfast/brunch. Def worth checking out.

Amazing food and service. There was kind young man who…read moreheard I was having a rough morning and surprised us with delicious cinnamon rolls. The waitress handled my accommodations with ease.

My husband and I were looking for a place to eat and watch the football game. We are Jacksonville…read moreJaguars fans so it's a little tough finding that game. I called and the hostess assured me that they would put it on for us. I was a little skeptical. We arrived and were seated. We asked our server if she could put the game on for us. There's about 8 different tvs behind the bar and she turned the tv in front of us to the jaguars game. We were very happy. We ordered beer, both came out nice and cold. We had the guacamole and salsa for an appy which was very good. My husband had a burger and I had the fried chickpea salad special. Both were perfect. The service was excellent. And atmosphere was festive with the different games going on.

So happy that I discovered this neighborhood gem! Loved our meal at Darby Road Pub…read more We came here for lunch on a Saturday and had a great time. Super kid-friendly and excellent for families! Solid food, good service, great drink options. It's also clean, cozy, and vibrant. 4.5/5.

3.5 stars. Unassuming and casual Mexican joint located within a primarily residential area. They…read morehave an extensive menu of Tex Mex dishes, and they also sell several different types of baked goods like doughnuts and conchas. I actually saw a customer stop by for just one doughnut! I swung by during dinner and service was quick. Food overall was tasty and satisfying - it's not as bold in spices or flavors as I hoped, but it still hit the spot. It looks like their sandwiches are popular so I may need to come back and try them next time.

One of my favorite local joints. I've reviewed before and always loved it. Located in the middle of…read morea neighborhood. Looks like one of the homes it's located next door to. Today I have their short rib tacos and they were nothing short of amazing. Highly recommend.