I've tried many items over many trips at Dervish, and it is definitely my FAVORITE Turkish…read morerestaurant in North Jersey. We've gotten their mixed platters (for 2 and for 4 in a bigger party) which always includes lamb chops, chicken chops, doner, shish kebab, chicken kebab, Adana and a Turkish meatball alongside rice/bulgur and cheesy bread, red cabbage pickle, and salad. Always fantastic with meats cooked to utter perfection. We've also tried the yogurtlu doner with tomato sauce which is solid, but not my fav. Shepherds salad seems unassuming but is FANTASTIC. Hummus is mid-tier but passable. Adana Kebab is absolute perfection and a little spicy and delivers very well too. We also tried their onion kofte kebab special which I wasn't sure about at first since I'm not a huge fan of lamb that tastes like lamb but it grew on me fast -- a little sweet and sour, tangy, and extremely rich from the fattiness in the meatballs. Truly a perfect plate, though perhaps not everyone's cup of tea. The service is always attentive and not overbearing. The restaurant is massive, clean, and always has patrons -- very cute interior and lots of booth options (yay!) Desserts are solid though I feel they are a touch overpriced. I enjoyed the ice cream and the lava cake. Dervish has become a staple in our comfort food rotation.

After wedding venue touring, Enjoyed a lovely dinner at…read moreDervish! Turkish food- flavorful! Great ambiance and service! Appreciate the complimentary tea with the baklava! Parking on site!

We visited Robert's Scratch Kitchen today (February 14) for Valentine's Day dinner. They start you…read moreoff with complimentary bread, which was a nice touch. I ordered the filet mignon, and the meat itself was very tender and delicious. The sauce, however, tasted a bit like packaged consommé and could definitely be improved to match the quality of the steak. My wife ordered the gnocchi, and they were very good. For dessert, we had the lava cake, which unfortunately was a little dry. Overall, the service was very good, and the experience was enjoyable. I'd give this place 4 stars.

Nothing beats a meal cooked entirely from scratch. All meals are prepared from raw, basic fresh…read moreingredients instead of relying on prepackaged or processed foods. The whole experience brings out a sense of nostalgia for one's childhood at grandmother's house. Today, many scratch kitchens pride themselves on making something particular. Located at a strip mall off of Minnisink Road in Totowa, my partner and I decided on dinner at Robert's Scratch Kitchen for some of us as first-timer. The reservation was easily made via OpenTable. Upon arrival at this cozy, inviting, and relaxed BYOB establishment, we were greeted by the owner, Robert, and got a table immediately by the window. The menu featured a variety of Italian, seafood, steak, pork, and veal dishes that change with the seasons, including a full gluten-free option catered especially to those with celiac. Their usage of an iPad shows the rotated specials was a novel idea. For starters, we decided on the Artichoke Hearts and Apple Salad. Our main meal consisted of Linguini and Clams as well as Eggplant Parmesan. The food was constantly fresh and prepared exactly how we had ordered it. The portions were healthy portions. The price was comparable to the area. The staff was attentive and wanted to ensure that we were happy. Our server was Juan. We had a wonderful culinary experience.

Palazzone 1960 in Wayne is a wonderful spot if you're looking for high-quality Italian food (lunch)…read moreand pastries. It's a bit small for a dining in spot, but the team more than makes up for it; everyone is incredibly polite, welcoming, and happy to help. The food is fresh and truly outstanding. The bread alone will make you feel like you're in Europe, and the pastries are absolutely delectable and worth every penny. Everything travels well, too, making it a perfect stop for bringing food to a party or gathering. Definitely a go-to spot for quality and authenticity!

The tiramisu has the perfect coffee and sweetness blend! The ferre roche cake is to best along with…read morethe triple chocolate. The coffee is fresh and creamy.

Ooomg!!! This place is amazing. The food the service is definitely one of a kind. Being from out of…read moretown this will definitely be a place to visit. This is family owned. Their story of there inception is incredible.

We were a party of 4 last night, with reservations for 6:30PM, seated right at the door in the bar…read morearea. I had my back to the bar, but from what I was able to see this is a very cozy place. Service was quick and attentive, and we did not feel rushed and were able to enjoy a pleasant time chatting. Drinks: the black walnut Manhattan, Fig jam old fashioned, wine , beer and port. Drinks were all excellent, i tasted the Manhattan and enjoyed it over the Fig Jam. For apps: Clams oreganato (the couple with us enjoyed this), flat bread (was much more like pizza than flat bread, but still tasty, per my husband), and on the special New England Clam Chowder which was very good, not too thick and decent and fresh clams in it. Entrees: Shrimp Risotto scampi, very flavorful Risotto cooked perfectly. Two of us ordered the Cajun Mahi Mahi, over spinach with mashed, and 2 shrimp. the Cajun sauce was tasty with the perfect amount of heat, shrimp and mahi-mahi fresh and cooked perfectly. Rigatoni Bolognese which my husband enjoyed and said it was almost as good as my Italian mother's (like a good son-in-law) lol Dessert: Crème Brûlée - Brûlée was perfect, the crème was a little too thick for me. I ate it and enjoyed it, but not the best I've had. My husband ordered the key Lime Pie happy that it did not include nuts in the crust as some do, he thought it was good. Overall we had an enjoyable albeit pricy meal with good service. I would come back if other's wanted to go but it would not be my go to place.

No photos but overall loved my most recent experience here at Yard House, located at Willowbrook…read moreMall in Wayne, NJ. Came with some friends on a Sunday afternoon --- was quicky seated, despite the restaurant being quite busy. We were greeted by the nicest server, Marissa --- who was very charming and helpful in our "decision-making". I asked Marissa to ensure we ate the apps first before receiving our entrees, and I have to say, everything came out in a timely order and the food was hot upon arrival --- and yes, delicious! For the apps, we got the beautiful looking Onion Ring Tower, and the famous Poke Nachos. For the entrees? All three of us got the same --- the Hot Chicken and Waffles. If you've never gotten it, you're missing out. That dish hits the spot. 10/10. Totally prefer this casual-dining spot to any of their competitors.

Came here on a Thursday evening around 6 PM... was seated automatically. Our server was friendly…read moreand patient. She gave suggestions when I asked. I ended up getting the twisted Alfredo, which was a new item apparently. It has mild spice to it. I thought it was good however nothing too extraordinary. it was a big portion so I was able to take some home. My day had a steak bowl and he enjoyed it. He ate it completely. Good ambience for a quick date I like the diversity in the food. Overall would've come back again.

Such an adorable spot! The decor is so cute, and I can definitely see myself working from here…read moresometime. The baked goods were incredible, healthy, but not healthy tasting if you catch my drift. I especially loved the homemade granola. Can't wait to come back and try more!

I got the Avocado BLT and a "Pick Me Up" juice. Both were very tasty and refreshing. I look forward…read moreto trying other things here.

Yoseph was so great and treated our table with so much care. He made my dad's birthday so special!!…read moreThe food was delicious and I definitely recommend the spicy tuna crispy rice and the gyoza.

Had a nice date night with my hubby here for early dinner and it was a pleasant experience. I…read morereally like the vibe in this place. The bar is super nice, the presentation is really there. As far as the food goes, my husband and I both agree that it's good and worthy of a re-visit in the future however, it wasn't blow your socks off! I got the chicken ramen and I literally got two pieces of chicken in my ramen....i was definitely expecting more than that. My husband got the chicken chashu and he said it was a solid option. I want to be so clear that this five star review is based off of our fantastic server, Yosef. He was so friendly, so personable and an overall pleasant worker! He made conversation with us and made sure we had everything we needed to have the best experience. Nowadays, people are so unfriendly and just there to collect a check. JINYA, you are very lucky to have a worker of this nature! Thank you for making our dinner a great experience. We will gladly be back in the future to try another dish and hopefully get the same wonderful customer service.

This place has been a fixture on Route 23 in Wayne since around 1996. The hibachi Chefs here make…read morethe experience fun and everyone here is helpful. The interior here is tired and feels like it wasn't updated since opening. The wood on the walls would benefit from a fresh coat of spar varnish or similar. I've been here several times and always find the cleanliness to be below average. The rating on Yelp is accurate and reflects the overall experience, which includes the food, service, facility, and overall experience

***2 1/2 stars***…read more I've driven past this place on 23 a gazillion times, and...there's a reason it's never occurred to me before now to stop in. It honestly looks pretty shady/decrepit (though looks CAN be deceiving) and has an equally suspect hotel next to it that could easily find itself the centerpiece of a true crime doc. But it WAS open on Jan 1, we needed a lunch spot after the First of the Year hike, and one chum in particular had a hibachi hankering. So off we went. I'm trying to be as diplomatic as I can, but it's honestly in massive need of upgrades throughout the establishment. Beyond the outdated decor (the bar was ROUGH looking), it smelled like cleaning products in most areas, and that was pretty obviously because they decided to do their cleaning during normal business hours. There were literal buckets and bottles of bleach on the floor. When my chum and I went to use the restroom shortly after arriving, we couldn't immediately go in - the bathroom was temporarily shuttered for cleaning, despite the fact that the restaurant had opened within the hour. That flat-out shouldn't happen. I don't know if the staffer in charge was late but this is basic upkeep that should be done before or after customers are on the premises. That's all to say the vibes aren't great, and some of that is easily fixable. I can't say we really built up an appetite navigating a bike path for an hour in the snow and ice, but we did get two apps to split - the chicken katsu at my request, and rock shrimp. The rock shrimp were very good; decent portion/large shrimp, but the katsu was a miss. This is the second time I've been burned by this particular dish, I think because I keep deciding it's going to be chicken katsu curry but without the curry it's a very, very dry, flavorless item. Both times this has happened, the chicken katsu was accompanied by a watery tonkatsu sauce that was overly sweet and not great. But again, this isn't the first time this has happened so this may not be an issue specific to Izumi - maybe this is just a crappy app? Anyway. If you're katsu curious, I would recommend only ordering it in the context of the curry. Despite initially eyeing up the chicken katsu option on the lunch menu (which I was told wasn't applicable for a holiday), I succumbed to peer pressure and joined the hibachi bandwagon, opting for the chicken. A few chums got steak, and I think at least one got shrimp. Honestly, the chicken is a miss and I'd avoid it if you can. It's super dry (at least they're consistent in that regard with the poultry), and the teriyaki they're using for it is super salty. Just not a good dish. I tried the steak, which was significantly better, as was the shrimp, which was my favorite. Very tasty. The star of the hibachi meal though was the fried rice and the noodles. I initially asked for white rice, thinking there'd be a ton of shizzle in the fried rice (like onions, peppers, etc.) but it was literally just rice and egg from what I could tell. The noodles were delicious and widely acclaimed in our party. So ultimately uneven but the hibachi had some highlights. I'd say the service was pretty decent. A lot of the hibachi experience comes with a bit of showmanship from the chef, by definition. I haven't been to a ton of hibachi places but the fellow we had was pleasant and...skilled at hurling zucchini into people's mouths? I guess that's an endorsement? We had tons of food and I don't recall any complaints about the meat prep or anything involving the actual cooking. I feel like I've seen "flashier" performances but it's certainly not something I care a ton about - I'm in it for the food and can watch an exciting portrayal on the Criterion Channel from the comfort of my home. Honestly, this would have been a neutral or slightly positive experience if the fumes from the cleaning products nearby weren't a constant presence; it was like eating a meal in the hall of a hospital wing. I think you can do quite a bit better than this place, for your tastebuds and sinuses.

On Mother's Day, 2026, I went with my wife and adult daughter. This was our first time here, and it…read morewill certainly not be our last. The server, whose name I sadly don't remember, was excellent. She was attentive, pleasant, and knew exactly what she was doing. The service by other staff was also first-rate. The place is very pretty and very comfortable, with music at a tolerable level. I would have preferred listening to ethnic music rather than generic current pop music, but that's me. My gripe, not only here, is if I'm in an Italian restaurant for dinner, why play Springsteen? My suggestion to any restaurant that serves ethnic food is to play ethnic music. Keep the music soft so people don't hear it, yet they hear it. This rant is from the musician part of me. So, this is what we ate; Appetizers: Stuffed Grape Leaves...outstanding Halloumi Cheese...outstanding Entrées: I'll just write what we had. We all loved what we ordered. Seriously, the entrées we had were killer! I read a review, I don't remember where, and the person wrote that the portions were too small for what they charge. I simply laughed. That is absolutely not true. My wife, my daughter, and I got another dinner out of what each of us could not finish. Whether the prices are fair or not, well, everyone has to make that decision. For my middle-class family ( whatever that means today), the prices seemed very fair. Let's move on, and I'll be brief...the Entrées: Adana Kebab...my daughter loved it, and she is a food snob. She said that she would definitely go back. Sac Kavurma (beef)... my wife had this and loved it. She is also looking forward to going back. Old Fashioned Oven Brick Sauté...I had this. OMG! This is a very interesting preparation. The spices are so darn good. Be certain to ask the server to show you how to slice open the "Oven Brick". Yes, yes, yes, I'll be going back. Having had Turkish food and Mediterranean food many times, I know that bread is often a highlight and a real treat. The bread was just okay here. I am referring to the bread that's presented to you when you sit down at your table. I'm not referring to specialty Flat Breads that you might order off the menu. We didn't order any of those. Dessert: We ended up ordering the Pistachio Cake, but we took it home since all three of us were stuffed and could not eat anything else at that time. At home, my wife and my daughter, the dessert lovers, enjoyed the cake very much. The place is BYOB. If you like this cuisine, give it a try.

I usually refrain from leaving negative reviews, but unfortunately, our experience at Blue Fin…read moreGarden was disappointing. AVOID THIS PLACE! My family and I visited last night, and we were charged for an entree we never received (NO REFUND FOR IT EITHER!) While the decor itself is beautiful, the overall experience was horrible. The male waiter (I didn't get his name) came across as very rude and made us feel as though we were bothering him whenever we had a question or needed clarification. On the other hand, the female waiter was very sweet, pleasant, and courteous. The service was also extremely slow. It took about 20-25 minutes just to receive the pita bread and olive oil. About 20 minutes later, we were given more pita bread while the olive oil was never refilled. We also weren't given any update about our entrees. We then waited another 25-30 minutes before our food finally arrived, we weren't provided with water at all nor asked if we wanted a drink refill while we were waiting. The restaurant wasn't packed (over 50% of the tables were empty) so we didn't understand the slow pace. By that point, we were honestly considering getting up and leaving. We decided to stay because we hoped the food would make up for the long wait, but unfortunately, it did not. We ordered hummus, cheese phyllo rolls, the Mega Mix, Falafel Platter, and a Shrimp platter (which NEVER arrived and we were charged for/NO REFUND!). The cheese rolls were disappointing as it's a favorite of ours, but we couldn't taste the cheese, the falafel platter did not taste good at all, and 95% of the plate was left untouched. The meat on the Mega Mix was also disappointing. We eat a lot of Middle Eastern food, both at restaurants and at home, and all of us felt that the seasoning was off. The rice tasted oily and didn't have the flavor we would expect from Middle Eastern rice. Even the mint lemonade, which we have often both at restaurants and at home, tasted off. We didn't bother with dessert and just wanted to pay the check and leave. Overall, it was a negative experience for our family.

Parking: Plenty of parking available…read more Service: There was about a 20 minute wait when we went at 6:30pm on a Saturday. My husband put our name in for a party of four and gave his phone number for the text notification but the hostess accidentally entered us as a party of two. Thankfully, the table that was ready was large enough for four but it could have caused an issue. As a note, she remembered and realized she mistyped it and apologized immediately. Our waiter was friendly, though the service had a few hiccups. My chicken quesadilla (which I ordered as my entrée) came out well before everyone else's meals. When boxing leftovers, he asked whether I wanted the sides, sour cream, and salsa included. I said no, but when I opened the container the next day, everything had been packed together anyway. Food: The chicken quesadilla was delicious and generously filled with shredded chicken. Drinks: The frozen strawberry margarita was excellent. It was filled to the brim and stronger than what you typically get at a restaurant. Overall, I'm chalking the service issues up to it being a busy Saturday night. We'd still happily return to Jose Tejas whenever we're in the area.

Went there for a late lunch as it has been three years since our last visit and truthfully will…read morebe our last. When we say the table even though was wiped down was sticky and damp. The food is the reason I'm writing this review. Ordered the Cajun popcorn shrimp for appetizer and it was beyond salty. The sauce helped but the salt was the extent of the taste. My wife had the fish fajitas and I had the pulled chicken tacos for lunch with fries. The fries were over fried like chips but the pulled chicken tacos was downright not right there was a chicken pot outlets chicken with a taste to the chicken. I had one bite put it down and pushed the plate away. I was done. My wife ate some of her fajita with her comment being that it's was really spicy. I asked for the check. The waiter asked us for boxes. Seeing that we didn't eat the food we said we weren't taking anything. I told him to have someone check the chicken as it's not right and he said he would let them know. He came back with the check I paid the full check and again mentioned to the waiter that someone should really look into the chicken as someone will get sick and we left. My wife was upset as she was upset I paid the sill receipt but my point is the following. Reputable locations who take their businesses serious pay attention and monitor their patrons. Ultimately without them they don't have a business. Your representative taking care of us saw we barely touched the food if at all. This is not normal at an eating establishment and your only concern was that we didn't want to take the food home. Following my warning on the food there was no concern just collect your check and rip. Enjoy the hundred bucks we will never be back. Left a star as I couldn't post with none.