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.

Tropical Hut has be a long-awaited travel spot that was absolutely worth the two-year wait…read more Food: The chicken adobo was fantastic with an amazing, rich sauce, and the unique pork dish (not sure what it was called) was surprisingly delicious. The pancit and pandesal were both solid staples that rounded out the meal perfectly. Service: The super kind titas made the whole experience feel like being fed by your grandma: warm, generous, and full of heart. They served great portions and made me feel right at home. Aesthetic: Simple cafeteria-style setup with seating on the opposite side, giving it that authentic, home-cooked comfort vibe.

Been going here for years. The food is good and the place is clean. The prices this year have…read moregotten very expensive for Filipino cuisine. The food is 5 stars, knocking a point for the new prices and knocking one more point because all the workers park their cars in front of the store forcing customers to park away from the store or across the parking lot. Workers should never park their cars in front of the store. Those spots are supposed to be for clients. This is the only store I've ever seen do this.

Delicious! I was pleasantly satisfied with the juicy, well-marinated meats. The lamb was especially…read moreyummy to my partner and I, and I ate it so slowly to try and savour the flavour. The naan paired perfectly with the meats. My partner loved the chicken kebab and said that it transported him back to Bangladesh! We also ordered the rice pudding which was yummy with pistachios on top. We left the restaurant feeling full and satisfied. This is a wonderful spot for halal food, tasty meats, and quaint atmosphere. Service was prompt and efficient. Thank you!

Medina Foundation & BBQ Grill is one of those places you could easily drive past without realizing…read morethere's a restaurant inside. From the outside, there isn't much to give it away, but there's convenient parking right outside. Inside, it's small, clean, and neat, with a simple setup. We asked the staff what they recommended for someone trying Pakistani food, and the mixed grill was their pick. We also ordered papdi chaat, samosa chaat, and chicken samosas--although unfortunately, they were out of the chicken samosas. For our no-spice son, we went with fries and nuggets. The nuggets were crispy and, after a forced intermittent fast caused by missing several exits, he was basically in seven heaven. We also decided to try the biryani despite some less-than-great reviews. And Chapli kebab beef ( but we got chicken....). Apparently, biryani, nihari, and qorma are among the dishes you should try when exploring Pakistani food. The biryani had a good flavor, but ours was seriously short on meat--it eventually came back as a plate of mostly bone-in meat. The mixed grill was okay, although the Behari kebab had some serious heat. One bite and you felt the need to drown yourself in water just to survive. . The chapli kebab was good but just wrong meat.... For us, the highlights were definitely the papdi chaat, samosa chaat, naan, and the kulfi (which seemed more like an Indian packaged brand than something homemade). Overall, I'd give it 4/5 for ambiance, 3/5 for food, and 4/5 for price. Service improved when we asked for a few changes, and the staff were helpful. Not sure we'll be back, mainly because there are a plethora of other options nearby. But it served its purpose, gave us a taste of Pakistani food, and got us happily back on the road toward the DMV.

Got takeout. The brisket was very moist, on the good side of what can be gotten in this region. The…read morebaked beans y'all! Not traditional, definitely sweet, but I would go back just for a side of beans.

Very friendly folks, the BBQ was so delicious,! I'd go back even thought I'm not a fan of many…read moresandwiches. This is a great spot if you're in the area.

I went back to Bonney's within 6 days of my very first visit! It's that good. I wanted to try the…read moreOxtail large plate but unfortunately it wasn't on the menu this week. I ended up getting the Lechon large plate instead and it was also so good! If I had to choose, I'd probably put the Half & Half jerk chicken & pork large plate above this one but it's a hard choice. To go I also ordered an order of their Mac & Cheese, the sample I got last week really had me hooked. I saw that they also had a new empanada - pineapple and cheese. Wow, that was also such a cool and tasty item. Would be good for the meatless eaters. Lastly, I had another one of the fresh juices. This time they had Soursop Kaffir Lime Tea, so unique and refreshing. I can't wait to go back again.

HIDDEN GEM!! This place delivered an absolutely unforgettable, next-level food experience. Part of…read moreme almost wants to keep it a secret. Jamaican-Filipino fusion might just be the most extraordinary combination out there, and we're incredibly lucky to have something this special in Metuchen--truly one of a kind. Such a welcoming space too, super cute. The meats are impossibly tender, literally falling off the bone, and the sauces are rich, vibrant, and deeply flavorful. Every bite was bold, perfectly balanced, and downright addictive. We ordered the jerk chicken, mango with plantains, and the cheese lumpia--and I'm still dreaming about it. I will absolutely be back. Please consider serving halal chicken so I can bring my parents along to experience this gem!! Also, the owners, Damion and Jeanne, are some of the most warm, genuine, and hardworking people you'll meet. There's something so special about connecting with the passionate artists behind such incredible food. Truly phenomenal all around.

I honestly can't say a single bad thing about Naxos. After my first visit, I went back the very…read moresame week, and it has officially earned a spot in my top three restaurants in New Jersey. From the moment you arrive, everything is exceptional. Parking is plentiful, which is always a plus. The restaurant itself is stunning, with beautiful colors and an atmosphere that truly makes you feel like you've been transported to Greece. The service is equally impressive! From the warm welcome at the hostess stand to the attentive and knowledgeable servers. For appetizers, we've tried the octopus, roasted beets, and the lobster gyros. Every dish was outstanding. As someone who loves octopus, I was surprised that the lobster gyros completely stole the show. The flavors were incredibly unique, and every bite was absolute perfection. The seafood here is cooked beautifully. We've had the Lavraki, Tsipoura, and Dover sole, and each one was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. If you're a fan of branzino, I highly recommend trying the Lavraki. The lamb is also fantastic and definitely worth ordering. For dessert, we've only ever ordered the Loukoumades because I just can't bring myself to choose anything else. These golden, crispy dough balls are soaked in a luscious homemade honey syrup and are simply irresistible. When you find perfection, why change it? (I love textures and this dessert give you that) Naxos delivers on every level, food, atmosphere, and service. It's one of those rare restaurants that exceeds expectations every single time, and I can't wait to keep coming back because its so hard to find this level of perfection.

Have been wanting to try this place since they opened so we made a nice evening of it. Pros and…read moreCons to list: Pros: Food was very good--nice presentation, good flavor, thought portions were nicely sized. Ambiance was spectacular---they definitely put time and money into the design of the place and it was beautiful. Cons: Just too pricey---mainly for the area. We love spending money on good food but even lowering costs by $5 would go a long way. We also had a lackluster service experience but I hope it was a blunder and not their usual----they forgot to put our mains in so after about 40 minutes following appetizers, I think they remembered. Waiter never came back to ask us if we wanted another drink until the mains finally arrived, we had to ask for water to be refilled. Wasn't very packed so that disappointed us. All in all, because the food was good, we had a nice dinner. Not sure if we will rush back.

Nice location but slightly inside .. heart of oak tree road and close to rt 27.. finding it…read morewithout google maps is a bit of challenge since it is slight off the main oak tree rd. You will not see it when you drive on oak tree but still a good location . Good parking spots. Service was ok . Could be better . Food was good . Nice interiors inside and lots of space to sit . It was a buffet when we went and they had lots of good options for Non veg . For veg it was ok option. Non veg friends loved it .. vegetarian was ok. Not super special but kinda ok. They had a bar inside for beer and other stuff . Chicken items were good. We liked Italian panipuri. Overall a good experience except. 4 stars

Though we went to Edison, like, N no of times but never tried this one. It is not far from those…read morefamous restaurants. In fact, if you are here for jewelry shopping, then this is very near to those famous jewelry shops (Tanishq-Malabar-Kalyan), Plus point is the municipality parking is very nearby with their own parking. Coming to the restaurant - it's huge, and the ambience is really good; they can definitely accommodate large groups. It was a weekday evening, and when we entered, only one table was occupied, so it had a very deserted look. We settled down and ordered- * Manchow Soup - it was good. 5/5 * Chicken Dum Biryani: I'm not sure why I order biryani from 'not so famous' biryani places; I might be hoping for a surprise taste - it literally failed, and they should rename it as Chicken pulav. Also, too oily.. 1/5 * Goat Sukka: should have been spicier, more flavorful. 3/5 Overall, the satisfaction level was not that high.. nothing unique, and whatever the hype about the new young chef, I did not find that interesting. 3.5/5 for me, but I am rating it as 4 just to help them grow their business.