This is definitely a must go to restaurant in Rutherford , NJ. This place has both indoor and…read moreoutdoor seating, very beautifully decorated and designed. Has classy but laid back style and energy. Staff are all very kind and service is definitely on point. Experience was great from beginning to the end. Of course the star of this show was the food. I got to try the special which was Ribeye grilled cheese sandwich on sourdough bread with house made gravy. It was amazing! Hat goes off to the chef, this was a great creation. Would try this again without a doubt. I also tried the Beef Rib Ragu pasta dish on their regular menu which was amazing as well. Looking forward to trying other items here on the menu. Can't forget I also ordered a cappuccino which was also delicious. Was not disappointed by anything during this entire experience. Great vibes, great staff, and great food!

Highlights: Fried Calamari and meatball appetizers were great!…read more Mid-lights: The vodka chicken parm with rigatoni was good, but the chicken was a little too soft/soggy. Also the portions were a little small. Lowlights: The restaurant was a little understaffed, wait times for water, to take our order, to get our food was extremely long. 4 dishes ordered and dinner was 2.5 hours... Overall the food was good but pricey for what it was.

I visited Union Bar last year for a Yelp event and have been talking about Union Bar ever since…read more I'm glad that I came tonight to check it out and bring my favorite person along. Our server, Natalie, was bubbly, polite and attentive. I ordered the garlic and lemon shrimp dish which was out of this world. Everything about the dish was a hit: the shrimp were cooked perfectly, the sauce was bursting with flavor, and the portion was sizable. I thoroughly enjoyed it. My mate ordered the burger which was served with seasoned fries. He kept raving about the burger and everything was gone before I had a chance to try anything, so I know it must've been good! All in all, the meal was delicious and I look forward to returning. Also, there is a parking lot next to the restaurant which fills up quickly.

Terrible experience. We came to Union Bar & Provisions for dinner with our baby and walked out to…read morefind our car being towed. We even called the tow truck driver while he was in the process of towing it, but still had to pay a significant amount of money just to have the vehicle dropped. What should have been a nice family dinner turned into a stressful and expensive ordeal. Extremely disappointing experience, and we will not be returning.

I just had to Reuben with the corned beef. It was really really great one of the best sandwiches…read moreI've ever had.. i can tell you this as a chef for over 30 years if you love corn beef, pastrami, or brisket this is a place for you. No reason to go to nyc this is the jersey spot for corn, beef, pastrami, brisket, all hands down it's a great place a lot of people would compare it to Kats in New york. My advice is order on the phone to take out 30 min ahead. This place is busy. Once the word gets around on how great the food is it will be just a long to wait like Kats in nyc So go there now Service is as great as it can be because its busy now. I dont know whats going to happen when word of mouth hits because this place is really that great If you like my reviews add me as your friend

Pastrami Grill Bistro (Located in the Mini-Plaza)…read more83 River Dr. Garfield, NJ 07026 Latkes Pastrami on Rye Located in the local neighborhood strip mall in Garfield, New Jersey is an independently owned Jewish-style deli. Latkes: The potato pancakes included sour cream and applesauce. They were crispy and golden brown on the outside while warm and tender on the inside. This started was excellent and I enjoyed it down to the last bite. Pastrami on Rye: One of the unique aspects about this sandwich was being able to watch the chef prepare the main course right in front of you while waiting in line. This signature sandwich is stacked between two slices of rye bread and piled high & deep with pastrami and a smear of mustard. It has a flawless appearance and looks very appetizing. Unfortunately, I cannot say my taste buds agreed with my vision. I was unable to acquire a taste for this style of meat. The combined taste of the yellow mustard, untoasted bread, and meat was not satisfying. I gave it another chance by attempting to finish the leftovers the following day, but couldn't clear this plate. However, I can only speak for myself, as this is a top seller menu item and I witnessed other patrons eating it. Regardless of my dining experience, I can virtually guarantee this bistro has other menu items I will enjoy because the entire dining area was packed. There was a long line of customers that extended out the door. If I return, I will order an alternative lunch. #pastramigrillbistro #pastramionrye #garfieldnj

Stopped here after a long day of errands. I just wanted a simple bologna and cheese sandwich which…read moreyou just can't get at a Jersey Mikes or Subway. Local delis are rare these days but this little place made my day. Clean and neat overall. Selections are more geared for breakfast but they have the basics for a good deli sandwich. Bread was fresh and the perfect chewy doughy Italian bread you want for a deli sandwich. They have Boars Head brand cold cuts and they slice to order. The owner was super friendly and we had a few laughs as he shared about why he had started the biz. The two local crossing guards were hanging having a cup of coffee before heading to their corners. The pricing was worth the sandwich. I was very pleased with the service and sandwich. Looking forward to stopping in again soon.

Great sandwiches for a great price! Bread and cold cuts were fresh! It's a small mom and pop place…read more The gentleman who made my sandwich was polite and accommodating.

I finally made it!! Small deli in a small shopping section. Limited parking in the lot but there…read moreis street parking as well. Very no frills inside; just how I like it. Everyone inside was inviting and polite. Service was top notch. I got the chicken cutlet with pesto and fresh mootz. Only thing I wasn't crazy about was the oil and vinegar on this particular sammich.. I know for next time. Quality was out of this world. Mootz was fresh. Chicken cutlet was fresh. A home run all day long. A must try if in the area

Let me start by saying overall, Wallington Deli is excellent. The Chicken parm vodka and the bread…read moreare delicious. However...... I ordered the eggplant parm sandwich and I will say, unequivocally, do NOT order this. It's a complete and utter failure and I'll explain why. The eggplant itself is cut so thin, about 2mm on a mandolin. Instead of bread crumbs, it's coated with a foamy egg batter. Fried. There is barely any sauce on it and two lumpy pieces of mozzarella on it. Tasteless. And for $14, I tossed it in the garbage. Stick to the chicken parms. I will still patronize this place, but never again, the eggplant.

First off, I'd like to mention, this place is slow with service, so if you're in a rush or just…read morewant to stop for a quick grab and go sandwich, this is not the place for you. We waited 40min for 2 sandwiches to be made, and they were cold cut sandwiches, to give you perspective. Recommend to try if you have the time

Matera's is one of my fave lunch spots. The food is fresh and tasty. The staff is kind and…read morewelcoming. and you can always expect and delicious and filling lunch or dinner when you go. They sell some italian gelato, pasta, and their homemade sauces. So many reasons to love and stop by this place.

Forest Dairy has been a go to deli for me since I was a kid. The sandwiches are fair priced and…read morehuge. They do put on a LOT of meat so if that is not your thing this may not be your place! The service is always fast and they are super efficient. Don't forget this place also serves as a mini mart / convenience store and so they have alcohol, basic foods like frozen meals and rice. This place is super tiny but they've got a lot going on inside!! Always can count on them for a filling lunch.

This place holds up for years and years. Long established location, could seem a little pricey but…read moreif you look at what you get for it, you get your money's worth, especially these days. If you are in the area and looking for a straight up American deli, this is definitely a good choice.

We finally made it this past weekend to Vinnie's Mootz for one of their special tasting menu…read morenights, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. If you're expecting a typical dinner, think again. The tasting menu featured around 12 courses, and by course ten I was completely full--but somehow still excited for what was coming next. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, packed with flavor and very tasty. For me the standout of the night was the very first dish which was Vinnie's homemade mozzarella with tomatoes, which was so good that we even bought some fresh mozzarella to take home. The meatballs were also outstanding, and the steak and eggplant course was another highlight. After all that food, finishing with a cannoli just felt like the perfect ending. The atmosphere is casual and inviting, but the food is every bit as good as what you'd find at restaurants that cost a lot more. Live guitar music throughout the evening added to the experience created a nice vibe. My only suggestion would be maybe to turn it down a notch or two as it was a little hard to hear others at our table. Still a very nice touch though and all songs you would know. I always like it when a chef comes out of the kitchen, especially at a tasting menu, and Vinnie came out several times to chat with guests which was very nice. It just added a personal touch and showed how much pride goes into both the food and the overall experience and we got to hear his back story. This tasting menu is an incredible value and a great way to try dishes you might not normally order. Just remember to come hungry--and maybe skip lunch beforehand. If you can get a reservation for one of these tasting nights, don't hesitate.

A sandwich-and-slice shop with a personality all its own. I had passed this lunch spot countless…read moretimes -- usually chuckling at the somewhat ridiculous name -- always telling myself I'd eventually stop in one day. After my first visit, I can say the tongue-in-cheek spirit of Vinnie Mootz's signage carries right through the front door and into its lineup of "SANGWEECHES." I ordered "The Nicky Mootz" -- cutlet, bacon, hot sauce, and fresh mootz -- and enjoyed it immensely in the friendly, medium-sized dining room. The pizza, which I plan to try on a future visit, looked excellent, and the small assortment of hand-stretched mozzarellas is reason enough to stop back in the next time I'm passing through. It's a Jersey sandwich -- excuse me, sangweech -- shop with all the charm, humor, and flavor you'd hope for the community!