I'm not one to give bad reviews as I try to give places the benefit of the doubt. However, in this…read morecase wanted to share our experience. Booked on Open Table, got reservation confirmation and the "confirm your reservatio" text the day before arrival. We got to the restaurant on time to find it was completely dark bit the door was unlocked with tables set.for dinner. Not sire what happened there but wanted to make people aware it might be prudent to call to confirm they're actually open before you commute for dinner.

Not open! Arrived for reservation, lights off door open, called out no one answered. Left called…read morenumber and just got voicemail. Drove by later still dark! Oh well! We tried!

I have had this place bookmarked on Yelp for the longest time. I was seafood and my husband…read moresuggested we try this place out. When I told my mom where we were going her reaction- "omg that place is still around?!? It use to be excellent back in the day!" Well I am happy to report this place is just as good today as it was during my mother's heyday. I decided to get a few oysters and clams to start off with and everything was just so fresh. As an entree the Seafood in a spicy red sauce was easily one of the best I have had in a very long time. There was a generous amount of seafood within the dish, the sauce I swear I could just drink it out of a cup and the pasta was cooked perfectly. My husband got the bbq ribs which I didn't try but you could see how they just slid right off the bone and he couldn't stop talking about how good they were. We ended our meal with some strong espresso. I enjoyed how it is a very casual atmosphere with a nice bar area that had a few TVs to watch some sports games. No need to dress to impress. The service was a little bit on the slower side but the waitress was very nice. The man who brought out my oysters, I asked him which were the east coast and which where in the west coast oysters, along with asking him where in the west coast my oysters were from and he couldn't tell me. I just think a place should just know these things is they are selling them. Nonetheless we still really enjoyed ourselves and can't wait to return.

Isn't one glad that we're not landlocked in New Jersey and don't have to go far for the absolute…read morefreshest seafood? The Jersey Shore restaurants will always have an advantage when it comes to seafood because of location. North Jersey offers a diverse, high-quality seafood scene, ranging from upscale Mediterranean-style fish markets to casual, beloved neighborhood spots. Situated less than 2.5 miles from MetLife Stadium, Biggie's has been a neighborhood institution located off of Route 17 South in Carlstadt and is best known for its clams-on-the-half-shell and wide selection of beers on tap. My partner, our friends, and I have been to this family-owned establishment numerous times and decided to have dinner last night. The reservation was easily made via OpenTable. Upon entering this casual vibe, we were greeted by the host. There is a lively sports bar side full of TVs and a dining room side, where we got a booth immediately by the window. Their menu has a wide array of options, rivaled only by the countless photographs and mementos that fill nearly every inch of wall space. There are many sandwiches, a half-dozen salads, thin-crust pizzas, and a substantial range of pastas. For starters, we decided on two dozen East Coast oysters on a half shell and Steamed Mussels with white wine butter broth. A side of Italian bread was brought for dipping. As a main meal, we opted for the Turkey Chili, Baby Back Ribs, Fried Calamari, Caesar salad, and Fries. The food was excellent and delicious, using the freshest ingredients. The portions were healthy. The staff went out of their way to make one feel welcome, creating a friendly and comfortable atmosphere. Our server was Hadiyah. The price was reasonable. The Garden State's seafood scene is a testament to the state's rich maritime heritage, offering something for every palate, whether one's a regular or a first-timer. This is why people keep coming back week after week.

Amazing food and service! I can't wait to come back! Lovely atmosphere and ambiance. My friends…read moreloooooooooooooved it

Impromptu dinner tonight with my adult children. I had been wanting to come here for a while so I…read morewas happy when my daughter suggested it. Our server was wonderful. She explained the ordering and hot pot process very well. She also asked if there were food allergies at the table. (Oh yes, that would be me!) Ambiance was casual and fun. We enjoyed looking at and taking the side dishes off the conveyor belt. We also ordered two types of beef and they are both really tasty and tender. We would definitely return again!

My husband took me to Butterfish for my birthday and wow...what an incredibly elevated dining…read moreexperience. The ambience is nice. Tables are a little close together but no one was next to us for the first half of our meal. Service was excellent. They were super attentive refilling water and taking away plates which helped move the courses along. We opted for the Premium menu and we were not at all disappointed. We were especially surprised with how delicious the scallop sushi was. If I had to say, the Toro hand roll was my least favorite course but overall it was the perfect special treat to celebrate my birthday.

... sushi that warrants an 8 hour drive…read more We found Butterfish by accident, passing through on a visit with family, but now we've made it our destination . Son's graduation? Butterfish. Anniversary? Butterfish. Colonoscopy? Butterfish. You don't have to twist our arms. It's not a cheap date, but it's a worthy one , with orgasmically good omakase. So go all out and splurge. You'll thank me later.

I was there this weekend for a birthday party. We had approximately 50 guests. I say that to…read morehighlight that cooking for that many people at once certainly adds to the difficulty in getting it "just right". The other side of the restaurant also had lunch guests as well, I am looking forward to returning here very soon, The ambiance and food was outstanding! We were served "family style." We started with the most delicious rice balls. Next came the tastiest meatballs with ricotta cheese. They also did an amazing job on the fried mozzarella sticks. These were just the appetizers. I couldn't get enough of the salad especially the dressing. Delicious! The main course of chicken parmigiana (melted in your mouth) risotto with corn and sausage and then penne with vodka sauce was awesome! Definitely a "return to" type of restaurant.

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.

Produce is very fresh - produce usually will spoil within a day or two. Sometimes it already is…read morewhile still on the shelf. This can be a good and bad thing, depending on your perspective on food waste, unprocessed food, health etc. In the last few years, they added a meat/butcher section and changed their stock configuration, which is nice to see additional grocery, a fresh change in the environment, better lighting. The cashiers seem to frequently up-charge produce when listed prices by the product are lower. Ex: Vegetable is priced at 79c and cashier charged more. It may be only difference in cents but it is quality and principle that increases business. Transaction errors have encouraged me to see other grocery options

I wanted to support a local business but I will not be shopping here again. It's unfortunate that…read morethis is one of the only grocery stores in town. Secaucus really needs to stop bringing chain restaurants into town and invest into a quality grocery store. I have shopped here a few times and the prices are out of control, I purchased cherries that were over $15. The cereal was $8 a box and the majority of the milk was $7-9. Times are tough for everyone right now, but this price gauging is absurd.

Great ambiance, food, staff, service, drinks, decor, I loved it all!!!!…read more I picked to come back for Mother's Day. We had reservations, and we were seated on time. We never sat inside so were super excited . And I must say it was absolutely perfect. We must have had 5 separate ppl taking great care of us. Made us feel like VIP. The food was beyond delicious. We finished all 6 Courses. Greek food at its finest! I can't wait to go back.

Our party of 6 had a great time at Elia! This was not our first visit - it's the food and service…read morethat keeps us coming back for more. I especially like visiting with a small group because I selfishly get to sample a lot more! The restaurant is aesthetically pleasing, with mediterranean vibes throughout. It feels like you're sitting in a beautiful courtyard in Greece. Seafood is the main attraction here. I never deviate, as I know the specials will be killer. They have a healthy wine list also. Nothing is better than a well-crafted pairing. The staff is always engaging and friendly. Reservations are highly recommended. Arriving early or a little after the dinner rush will ensure you land a seat. The bar area is nice for meetups and for shooting the breeze!