Found out about Gobi's Goods via Instagram and was so pleased when they popped up at Smorgasborg…read morebecause they were delicious! We ordered the CEO of Ube and a Dubai Cinnamon Roll and it was the perfect ending to our Smorgasborg feast. The CEO of Ube is a fluffy cloud of a brioche donut filled with, topped with and dusted with ube. A surprisingly light offering considering the cream filling. The Dubai Cinnamon roll on the other hand, was appropriately decadent. The cinnamon roll was fluffy and tender, with a healthy amount of pistachio paste and kataifi on top. The interior was rolled with dark chocolate, giving it a pleasant bitterness that counteracted the richness of the cinnamon roll. Service was excellent and I do appreciate the fact that once you order, they take the time to put the finishing touches on your pastry before you sit down and devour. Well worth a visit for some unique pastries if you happen to find them at an event!

Had the pleasure of visiting their booth at Ubeland this year. This was one of the longest lines at…read morethe food festival, but was worth the wait. We had the CEO of Ube. This is described as an ube brioche donut, with ube halaya pastry cream, ube sugar, ube chantilly and ube caramel shards. It was pretty good, better than most donuts I've tried (I'm not a huge donut fan). What I personally enjoyed the most was the Coconut Glazed Ube Roll This is their ube brioche roll rolled with their classic ube halaya, and finished with sweet coconut glaze. It was gooey, had lots of subtle flavors and was great reheated at home. Definitely worth a 20 minute wait, but if you find yourself in a 45 minute long line like I did, maybe try something else in the meantime.

Fast and casual spot serving comforting and delicious food. Tables are first come first serve, you…read moreorder at the counter, grab a seat, and they'll bring your food out when it's ready. We got the curry chicken katsu bowl, pork katsu bowl, and a side of fries. The curry had so much depth and umami. I need to know the recipe. The pork katsu was savory, tangy, and slightly sweet, making for a really satisfying meal. They substituted the shishito peppers with green beans, but I didn't mind too much. The fries were so good. They reminded me of McDonald's fries, but somehow even better. I also tried the yuzu mint lemonade, and it was way too tart for my taste. I'd probably skip it next time, but if you love sour drinks, you'll probably enjoy it.

4.2 stars Take out order…read more The place is cute with indoor and outdoor seating. I ordered the pork katsu bowl It was beautifully done and a good portion of food for the price. The katsu was cooked perfectly. There was a lot of rice in the dish but otherwise it was great and would definitely come back here again and order other items

Went with some family and had an amazing time. We went to the trivia night and it was so much fun…read more Our server was Gilly (I believe that was her name) and she was amazing and so nice like all the staff here. Definitely recommend this spot if you're in the area.

From the owner: Join us for a month long, interactive and immersive Taylor Swift inspired dining experience. Each…read moreexperience is item inclusive and we currently offer dinner, brunch, and trivia night experiences. Get lost in a multi dimensional world of Pop, sure to wow any fan of the world's most loveable pop star.

Rays Empanadas is the perfect bite! I recently tried a few of their empanadas and enjoyed them all…read more The chopped cheese is a must! You also can't beat the prices here -- super affordable and lots of variety to choose from!

If you are looking for a last minute dinner option in downtown New Rochelle, definitely check out…read moreRay's Empanadas! The owner and chef, Ray, is very friendly and kindly explained his menu and food truck concept to me. It seems that he also does catering during the day and at night, he'll open up his food truck at 7PM. It might looked like it's closed because the truck is parked at a slant so keep your eyes peeled and noses sharp because the food smells absolutely delicious! The menu changes everyday as well so if you're the type to try new things, this is the place. I got the Brown Stew Oxtail, Jerk Shrimp, Vegan Chopped Cheese, and the Chicken. The braidings and blistering on these empanadas are all different which shows me a lot of attention to detail and dedication in his craft. My favorite was the Oxtail and Jerk Shrimp. The crunchiness of the empanadas with the filling was a great combination. I didn't enjoy the vegan chopped cheese as much as I hoped but that could be because I don't really enjoy vegan food that way. It was a different and unique taste however. The chicken is always a classic and he did it very well. I'm excited to come back and try the other empanadas Ray has! Stop by if you are looking for a delicious snack or a meal!

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.