The Brookdale 1099 Broad St…read more Bloomfield NJ 07003 The Big Cheese A member from my group page tipped me off about this location because I am currently working on a compilation reel about oversized menu items. This one pound mozzarella stick definitely fulfilled that criteria. It was so gigantic it was almost like getting a workout in just to lift it. The outside was heavily breaded with bread crumbs and the top was sprinkled with parmesan cheese and chopped scallions. Even the dipping cup was supersized to accommodate the diameter of the stick! Typically, I would have posted until after my I finished my oversized food compilation project. However, it's being posted early because The Brookdale is permanently closing its doors. I am truly sad to hear they will no longer be in business, but their three sister restaurants at 1109 Broad Street will still remain open. #thebrookdale #thebigcheese #bloomfieldnj

If you've seen their giant mozzarella stick online, yes it is good and worth it! I ordered the big…read moremozz and a shrimp vodka pizza ; Both were real good but too much cheese for the two of us!!! Maybe a salad with the mozz stick woulda been better! Service was good and the restaurant with low lighting was a good vibe! Its split into a half bar and half dining area which i liked. Only complaint i can think of is they didnt have many options of beer on tap as they advertised on thier menu. Overall good experience would recommend!

Wow what a great find The owner Tracey is so sweet and kind…read moreThe menu is big and varied I got a French dip that was one of the best I ever had My brother got shrimp and grits loved them I can't wait to come back

I visited The Love of Grub with my family on a Sunday morning after coming back from NYC…read more The theme of the restaurant is tropical/island vacation. There's a giant pirate statue on the sidewalk out front. We weren't sure what to make of the place when we initially arrived but are glad we decided to stay! We were greeted by our server who was very sweet and friendly. I ordered the a hot tea to start. For my main, I had the Farmer's Omelette with a side of home fries and wheat toast. The omelette has fresh vegetables and was very delicious. The home fries were REAL potatoes and seasoned very well. Portions are pretty generous and dishes are reasonably priced. Great little breakfast/brunch spot in Clifton. Will definitely be back if I am in the area!

Ordered double burger and crispy chicken sandwich. Juicy burger, chicken is perfect, loved the herb…read moresauce, much better than Dave's. This place is a gem!

The name implies German style food! It's just a gimmick to market the restaurant! ambience was not…read moregreat!

First time here and they did NOT disappoint!!!…read more I got the 2 piece dark meat chicken with a side and cornbread ...went with potato salad and added some candied yams on the side. Everything was sooo good, no complaints at all! The food was on point and the place itself was nice, clean, and had a really cute vibe. Definitely coming back!!!

From the moment I walked in, the vibe felt warm and inviting classic soul food with a modern twist…read more The moment my food hit the table, I knew it was gonna be good. The cornbread itself was buttery, moist, and just the right amount of sweet exactly what I hoped for. I went with a fried catfish that was crispy on the outside and juicy inside, and the mac & cheese which was creamy and comforting. The collard greens had great flavor, and the portions were generous nothing skimpy here. Service was friendly and the restaurant felt clean and lively. Whether you're grabbing lunch with friends or sitting down for a comfy dinner, it hits that soul-food craving perfectly. Prices were good for the quality and amount you get. Would definitely come back again comfort food done right!

First off, our server Larry was phenomenal. Genuine, funny, and gave us thoughtful recommendations…read more My partner and I came in for a 7pm reservation to sit at the bar area - one vegetarian, one vegan. Larry was very accommodating, and helped compose a vegan dish from the setup of another dish. He was considerate to recommend something that would feel "substantial" - something that I really appreciated. It's already a bit inconvenient to come up with a dish on the spot, but to go the extra mile by caring that it would be satisfying as a main dish was really very kind. And it turned out fantastic. This restaurant has so much going for it in the quality of its ingredients and dish compositions. I would encourage the chef to consider how the can apply their creativity to a dedicated vegan dish as well. There's a big world to explore in creating modern, high end, plant-based dishes and I think this restaurant would hit it out of the park ! :)

Had been meaning to try this establishment for some time and when i found out they did a fried…read morechicken special I booked so reservations. We were promptly seated and had our wine opened. We opted for the cucumber salad and pate which were both very good. We then split the chicken as it five pieces and comes with shishitos, biscuits and coleslaw long with several sauces. The chicken was nice and crispy with plenty of flavor, and I found the biscuits to be quite good. For the price of $50 this is an amazing value. Service was excellent and very engaging.

Came here on Friday night and the place was fairly empty so we were able to order right away and…read morefind a seat with no problem. They do share a parking lot with other restaurants and shops so beware that it can be difficult to find a spot near the restaurant. They have a lot of tables inside and a pretty rustic atmosphere, which is very nice. I got the brisket bowl and it was delicious. It had a kick to it which was nice and the sauce on top was a good add-on. We also got the dirty fries, which were also very good with the dirty brisket on top , the fries itself were OK. It is a little bit pricey, especially for the format of the restaurant, but the meats were great so I think it is worth it .

I stopped into this restaurant for dinner. When I arrived I parked in the plaza lot. I walked in…read moreand was greeted! I ordered: Corona Chipotle BBQ Chicken Bowl with Roasted Sweet Potato/Mac & Cheese Cowboy Burger Spicy Wings The food was yummy! My favorite was the bowl with Chipotle chicken! It had the right amount of spice. I had a great experience!

I finally visited this spot which was much needed in the area…read more I want to start with the staff. Super friendly! I ordered the 'Coquito iced latte', a guava & queso pastry, and a 'Coquito Tres Leches'...all 'To Go'. Let me just start by saying that the 'Tres Leches Coquito' should be Illegal of how Good it is. The quesito & guava pastry is right behind it of how yummy it is. They DONT skimp on the ingredients. I've never had a quesito & guava pastry so nicely stuffed with a perfect balance of guava and queso. My Message to the owner, "Te La Comiste Papi!"

Second visit here & they made some renovations! love that the menu is now updated & above the…read moreregister. The coquito latte is SO much better iced as traditional coquito is enjoyed as a chilled drink; definitely recommend, it was so delicious. Also tried the Cuban sandwich, as I ordered it I was asked what kind of cheese I wanted, which I thought was strange because a classic Cuban comes with Swiss cheese, if you put any other cheese on it, it's not a Cuban sandwich. Nonetheless the sandwich was tasty, but it could use a little less salt. A family member ordered the alcapurrias & yuca relleno to share. The yuca relleno was tasty & the alcapurria was better than my first visit here but could use a bit less salt. Sorrullos & guava quesito were yummy, definitely a favorite here along with the iced coquito latte. Overall, food was pretty good, a bit on the saltier side, but not too over salted that it would've made it inedible. Ambience was a laid-back. We did have to ask for the AC to be turned down a bit because it was so warm inside, I was sweating & that didn't make it a comfortable visit for a dine in experience. They were able to turn it down so it cooled down eventually. Would come again and try more menu item!