First time visiting and i can't stop thinking about it. Took a seat at the bar to watch the…read moreplayoffs. Decent wine and beer selection. The star here is the food. Butter chicken on naan the size of tacos were my favorite. Warm pretzels were well seasoned with a side of beer cheese. Attentive Staff large diningroom plenty of parking

A pretty new addition to Main Street in West Orange, Castle Rock Bar and Restaurant is a friendly,…read morepleasant place with a busy bar and an adjacent restaurant. Not sure why the restaurant isn't busier because the good was very good. We split a cauliflower fritters appetizer, which was tasty and hot. It was a cross between breaded fried cauliflower and the Indian Gobi style. I had the mushroom burger, an 8 oz hamburger with mushrooms and sauteed spinach along with melted cheese. The meat was fresh and good. A big step above most burgers plus generous portions of sauteed onions and mushrooms along with melted cheeses. When I get my hamburger craving, I know where I'm going. The Butter Chicken Tacos were an unusual option. Based on Indian Butter Chicken, the national dish of UK along with Chicken Marsala, it was served in a naan with a side of rice. Really very flavorful and creative. The chopped salmon burger with mayo also comes with cheese, which was unexpected, but worked well. Service was prompt and friendly. The waitress and another wait staff person even moved furniture around looking for my grandson's red crayon. (He was sitting on it). Worth a visit even if you don't go have a craft bar or cocktail.

I ordered a small portion of chicken bites, and it turned out to be a great surprise. The outside…read morewas coated with a layer of chili powder that smelled incredibly fragrant. Once you bite into it, the chicken isn't mushy at all -- you can actually see the fibers, and it's very juicy and tender. The seasoning is well done and not overly salty. I went with their house sauce, which has a slightly pickled chili vibe -- mildly sour, a bit spicy, and with a unique aroma that's hard to describe but really enjoyable. The fried chicken burger was also impressive -- definitely shows some skill in execution. One unexpected highlight was the cornbread. I usually don't enjoy cinnamon-flavored desserts, but this one grew on me quickly. The texture was excellent, and it ended up being a pleasant surprise. Service was great -- the staff were friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and comfortable. Overall, a small spot but a really enjoyable visit. Would come back.

Always a happy day when Barn bird kitchen is apart of the equation. The space is quaint and well…read moredesigned. I recently dined in and outside of it being a bit cold for my liking, I enjoyed the experience. The staff is prepared for rushes and worked well through our Wednesday night visit. Which lended to an understanding of how much local MAPSO leans on this place. It was packed on a Wednesday night. All of that to say - my wife considers this one of the best chicken sandwiches she's ever had in her lifetime. I second, the salmon sando is my order and it's always fresh and perfectly cooked. Everything is is absolutely delicious. Never leave without a kale salad and a adobo.

I attended a baby shower here over the weekend. I was immediately impressed by the simple elegance…read moreof the dining room. The staff gave ample time for my family and I to say our hello's before greeting us with drink options. Upon sitting down our server brought us fresh bread and butter with flakey sea salt on top. For appetizers we had The Ralph Piccolo Pizza, Ricotta Crostini, Cacio E Pepe Fries, and Prosciutto Di Parma. All were insanely incredible. Great flavor, crispy where it needed to be crispy, soft where it needed to be soft. For my entree, I had the Crest De Gallo Pasta. The pomodoro sauce was on the savory side. It was a set menu and I am vegetarian, it was my option. It was good! I would love to return to try the Spicy Vodka Sauce Rigatoni. I am a spice lover. For dessert I had the most wonderful, rich, smooth chocolate mousse. The dish was called The Chocolate Spuma. It came with crumbled pistachios and fresh raspberries on the side of it. The flavors and textures together were perfect. The staff were so kind, had great humor, and fabulous manners. They held themselves very professionally. The head server for the event and the manager were lovely. I just had to pull the manager to the side and compliment all. I live 1.5 hours away but I would gladly book a weekend trip up to Maplewood, just to eat here again.

Very nice staff and overall food quality was excellent. We ordered quite a bit of appetizers and…read moreeverything we had was well executed and service was prompt. The standout for us was the snap peas side ( so refreshing and tastes so good) and the garlic shrimp was amazing and flavorful. The ambiance is nice but it gets so packed so if you get overstimulated easily, just prepare for this.

Ok I will say I wasn't sure what to expect based on some of the reviews but we had a great…read moreexperience, First we chose thus restaurant because it has outdoor seating and second because dogs are permitted on the patio. The best part is they have a dog menu. Our hostess seated us outside immediately even though it was pretty busy being nice weather. You get a pretty nice view of the lake with a breeze. For appetizers we got the bread , the flatbread and the pretzel. All awesome. For my main I got the chicken and orzo Which was not what I expected. It came out more like a chicken soup, the waiter took the dish once I asked about it and got me the steak which was quite good. For desert I had the cake which was very good. I got the espresso martini, which I substituted out bourbon for vodka, with the cold foam topping it's incredible. Definitely give this place a try.

McLoone's Boathouse was disappointing. While the service was great, the food was not…read more We started with the oysters, which unfortunately had a lot of sand in them. It was very off-putting and unpleasant to taste. Our server was kind enough to bring us a replacement order, which was better, but there was still some sand present. Our mocktails were also not tasty. We also ordered the fried calamari and shrimp appetizer. The calamari tasted stale and lacked freshness. The peppers helped add some flavor, but it still wasn't enjoyable. The shrimp was probably my favorite item of the entire meal. For our entrees, we ordered the skirt steak with fries. My husband's fries were stale, while mine were decent. I wasn't impressed with the steak, as it lacked flavor, and the chimichurri sauce tasted odd. The corn succotash, however, was quite good. By the end of the meal, we didn't even feel like trying dessert. Overall, the food quality and freshness need significant improvement. Although the service was excellent, unfortunately, we will not be returning.

Keep coming back here This is our bi monthly go to…read more Great options for kids and adults - great service and staff as always Wanted to write a review about chorizo croquettes with poached eggs dish which I thoroughly enjoyed Also enjoyed a side of crispy bacon and my friends got eggs Benedict and some omelettes Enjoyable breakfast / brunch

Outstanding restaurant that is always bustling. Their menu is huge and offers a ton of different…read morebreakfast dishes including vegan and protein-heavy dishes including lentil soups, chickpea salads, and harvest bowls. staff work hard to get you seated and "treated" efficiently. They have seafood, flavored coffees, and unique desserts. Even with a long line out front, you'll generally wait just 15 to 20 minutes to get seated. Come here on a weekend and it may be longer. From outside the place is unassuming but this is probably the best brunch place in the greater Livingston area.

Bistro d'Azur in South Orange was the perfect place for my wife and me to host our baby shower --…read morewe truly had a spectacular time from start to finish. The decor was creative, beautiful, and thoughtfully done, making the whole space feel special and celebratory without being over-the-top. The service was outstanding throughout the event: attentive, friendly, and seamless, which let us actually relax and enjoy the day with our family and friends. A huge shoutout to our point of contact, Isabelle -- she was incredibly organized and responsive, and made planning everything feel easy. If you're looking for a venue that delivers both atmosphere and top-tier hospitality, Bistro d'Azur is a fantastic choice. Food was incredible!

What a hidden gem!! I've had my eyes on this place for a while, and finally we made it. We chose…read moreto celebrate a very special occasion here and could not have been happier with our choice. Though we had booked well in advance, we had a sudden and unavoidable change of plans. They kindly accommodated our change, and made our very special dinner feel extra, in the best way possible. The space is beautiful, the food is délicieux! Be mindful of prix-fixe menus and the bonus of BYOB. If you have a special occasion, or not, give this place a try. C'est un régal!

Man we stopped at tacos Locos-Mexican and holly crap what a pleasant surprise! The food here is…read morefire! I knew after the first bite of my pastor taco it was gonna be a good lunch but never saw the birria coming! It was a masterclass in birria! Don't sleep on Tacos Locos! Fantastic cuisine and fast service. Next time I'm in south orange i know where to go .

I got birria tacos with cheese 10/10 would def get them again. The service was good I order over…read morethe phone so it was a fast in an out.

This place is so good. Everyone we eat in or do take out, the food is fresh, tasty, and piping hot…read more Everything we had tonight was excellent. Did not remember to take pictures of the fried calamari and garlic bread, as we ate them all in a short time. Service was not bad. The kitchen/cook deserves all the praise. Highly recommend!

Pasta Flavio: where it's not all about the Flavor, for better or worse…read more To be fair, this order was takeout, so the judgment is mainly on the food, and nothing for the ambiance. Service was on time, order was done correctly... we _think_. To be clear: * Don't rely on the menu descriptions. The alfredo sauce, for example, is not the creamy texture you're used to. It's cheesy bits in oil. Not bad, but not what I was expecting. And "truffles" were invisible - just the oil, not shreds of mushroom. * Compared to my favorite local establishment, The Pasta Shop in Denville, the pasta is a noticeable step lower in texture. There are fewer varieties of pasta here than the Shop, but on the other hand, much more customizable plates. The Pasta Shop is set up where you can order from their standard menu or their daily specials, withhold an item if you're allergic. Here at Flavio, you can choose your meat(s), sauce(s), toppings (up to 7, and then I imagine you can choose more at a cost). And you get a lot of meat - my chicken was hidden in the photo, but stirring turned it all up. And it wasn't too salty, and nicely grilled. But the other toppings, you get less. My arrabiata pepper was shredded in very sparse amounts. Struggled to find other veggies. Only a few garlic cloves, tho nicely roasted. Verdict? Will sacrifice quantity (of what can be ordered) for quality and stick with The Pasta Shop.