Always good. Opted for the beef sausage. The chili is just so flavorful. Mmm!! I like the spicy…read morerelish too but when you have room for just one, the chili is the way to go.

This bright hot dog and pretzel joint has a lot of character. Owner is super friendly, funny, and…read morefair. It is comedically taken up in an antique shop. Hot dogs had great flavor. Prices are fair. The soup was a special shrimp chowder and was surprisingly great. This spot is an experience and great for a quick lunch.

10 out of 10!! My sister and I were looking for a brunch spot in Rockland. Though we waited a hr,…read morebut it was all worth it! We devoured our food as it was so good! Feels like light on the stomach, being gluten free was also a plus!!! I had the famous Ricotta and Berry toast and my sister had the Grilled shrimp bowl we also ordered Buffalo Parm garlic wings which was to die for!! Their lattes are also amazing and flavorful. Our server, Maggie was very attentive. She sees to it that we get what we need. She makes us feel at home. Wish this place was bigger because a lot of people are willing to wait hours in line! We will definitely be back to try other food menu they have!!

My wife had tried Rail Trail Cafe before and we had been meaning to get back for a while. It's a…read morepopular place, so we ran into some crowds a couple of times. Today we lucked into a table for a late Valentine's Day lunch! Definitely a cute and modern cafe with comfortable seating. Waitress and the rest of the staff were excellent. They had a nice selection of specials on top of a solid menu. We started with the Garlic Parmesan wings, they were tremendous! They were crisp and juicy and loaded up with delicious toppings! My wife enjoyed an Asian noodle salad. I loved the poached egg dish that featured Hollandaise, smoked salmon, and was served on a Portuguese muffin. Really nicely prepared! Unsweetened tea was also good. We look forward to returning!

A simple corner store deli kinda vibes here in a strip mall with a few seats inside and out front…read morewith plenty of parking. Lots of options with fairly priced items. Service was pretty quick for a fast quick and grab situation for those who wanna be in and out. Panini wasn't really a typical looking panini as I usually get? But it was nicely charred and meat was sliced thin which I loved. Would come back for a quick bite.

I had a pastrami sandwich on rye for a quick lunch and unfortunately, it was a tad bit too small…read morewith only about 75% of meat quantity than I was used to. However, the pastrami was pretty tasty without being too fatty or overly salty. The sandwich also lacked any coleslaw which I was disappointed by, but with some dressing it also wasn't too dry. I expected more - maybe I'll try some other sandwiches next time. Til then, 3 stars for encouragement!

Visited Ramen Factory for lunch on a Saturday. It's located in a strip mall with plenty of parking…read more The restaurant has a few tables and booths. We were seated quickly, and our drink orders were taken. The waitress and other staff were very nice. We ordered the shoyu ramen, spicy shio ramen, and karaage. The ramen both had tonkotsu broth bases, i preferred the spicy shio, over the shoyu, but they both could have used a little more salt. I like wavy ramen noodles more than straight ramen noodles too. The karaage was juicy, tender, and well seasoned. It wasn't my favorite ramen, but i did really like the karaage.

Came here with Boo Boo for quick dinner…read more pretty good ramenin the area. the Ramen comes with a whole egg while many places recently I've noticed charge extra for half an egg. Service was really nice. The waitress refilled our water and hot tea without asking. I got my Ramen with extra noodles for $3..it was worth it as I usually eat a lot.

Wonderful local breakfast brunch spot at Westwood NJ. The original place is quite small but they…read morehave another dining area right next door. I was amazed! All the staff were sweet and attentive. The owner was wonderful. I can tell he definitely put time and sweat into his restaurant. Fresh ingredients. Love the eggs sausage traditional breakfast. Potatoes were seasoned well. I wish they have Egg Benedict on the menu tho. Pancakes were fluffy. Big portion. Love the apple crisp. Sweet warm apples with the crumbs on top is such a great combination. Lemon bar and brownie were good. Def a great restaurant at the neighborhood!

Rolling pins have been must-have equipment in kitchens ever since people started baking with flour…read more It is such a simple tool that is a long, thin cylinder used to flatten dough into sheets by rolling it out on a wooden or marble board. It has two handles on the side, making it easier to use. It can be made of wood or plastic. Located across from the train station, we decided on a celebratory meal at this popular spot for brunch/lunch in Westwood. A reservation was made for a party of 7 via Yelp. Upon arrival inside this cozy interior featuring retro decorations filled with rolling pins from ages past with several tables, we were greeted by the staff and checked in at The Rolling Pin Cafe. We were directed next door to their annex building, where it was warm and homey but with more seating. We were once more greeted by the staff and managed to get a table by the window. Their menu contains classic comfort foods for breakfast and lunch with specials rotating weekly. My partner, our friends, and I decided on the Pin Platter, Chicken Salad Sandwich, NJ Sloppy Joe Sandwich, Pesto Turkey Sandwich, Chocolate Chip Pancakes with Strawberries, Avocado Toast Platter, and 1/2 Smoked Turkey Sandwich with Mac & Cheese. The sandwiches accompanied their house-made sweet potato salad. Everything continues to be made on-site, so it's remained fresh and has that genuine homemade taste with wonderful flavors, which is hard to find these days. Portions were generous, and the price was reasonable. The owner, Jeff, is such a nice guy who sent over some complimentary desserts to sample: lemon bars, cheesecakes, brownies, and apple cobbler with vanilla & chocolate ice cream. The server Johanna was friendly and accommodating. This place never disappoints...

I'm a fan of tonkatsu ramen but they didn't have it here. Tried shio ramen and noodles were good…read morebut the meats weren't. It was chewy and bland. It was a bit disappointing.

A hidden, authentic ramen place run by a ramen master! We…read morestopped by recently out of luck and I immediately had a good feeling when I saw this tiny place with just the counter seating because that's how many great ramen joints are in Japan! No frills, simple menu and the chef seemed exacting and totally focused on his craft. I ordered the original shoyu ramen with chasu and red spicy sauce, while wife had the Wafu Shoyu ramen with chicken. Mine was robust and had a clean taste, although I felt the broth was a bit light for my taste compared to some NYC joints. Wife's ramen had even more watery broth - I think because she ordered the "wafu" broth style which menu claimed had no meat, and together with lean chicken meat without much fat, we both agreed it was tad bit boring. I think it's a matter of chef's philosophy and not necessarily a bad thing, but I preferred a bit richer, more viscous broth than this one. We would stop by again if we're in the area, but won't go out of our way for it either. Still, a welcome addition to the East Bergen County area!

Great place for all day breakfast and they now serve dinner as well. Place can get crowded so have…read morea little patience because the food is worth it. Service was great.

A very long wait for a Saturday morning. Although we were able to get a table right away, our food…read morecame out about 45 minutes later. It was busy and with outdoor seating, people had a long wait just to sit down. It's a small place so in a weekend be prepared to wait a long time! The food was good. I gave it 3 stars because the lady (I guess she was the manager rudely told us to leave as there are people waiting to sit down. She could have spoken to us differently and we had just finished eating. Especially since she made us wait close to an hour for our food, she could've been nicer. The wait staff was pilot and pleasant. But she wasn't. Unless you're willing to wait and wait and have the manager tell you to leave rudely, I would go somewhere else or go on a weekday. I will not be back. I've been treated better at a fast food joint.

My wife and I were looking for coffee on a Sunday afternoon. Lots of places close a bit early or…read moredon't open on Sundays at all. Tasting Notes stays open until later than most. I had been to this shop before for a prior owner. This current version still has chicken but has added coffee. Shop was very clean and nice. My wife ordered a cold brew and got me an Americano. I stayed outside at the nice seating with our dog. Americano was smooth and tasty, my wife enjoyed the cold brew. Will certainly give it another try!

Stopped by on a Saturday for a quick morning brunch. The place is small and quaint, with nice décor…read moreon the walls. You can order at the kiosk at the counter or use the QR code at one of the tables. Once we ordered, the servers were extremely polite, and our food didn't take long to come out. I had a black coffee and the spicy chicken sandwich, which had a great sweet heat sauce. I'll definitely be coming back to try more of their food!

So happy to have found Casa Columbia. Went with friends for dinner, Sara waited on us, she was…read morepatient and attentive. The food was delicious: had the Guacamole con Chicharrón y Tostones appetizer, our main dishes were all great, the Pechuga a la Plancha and Pechuga en Crema de Champiñones. The best yuca fries I have ever had! The portions were generous and we all had leftovers. The cocktails were tasty too and pretty. The location is easy to get to from the Palisades. The inside is family friendly with TV's showing sports, has a nice sized bar and their bakery is conveniently next door. I highly recommend Casa Columbia.

Great place! Best Colombian food in Rockland. It's comparable to Jackson Heights in Queens…read more Affordable place, great service, and even better food! Have been there a few times and will continue to do so!

good local spot, great sandwiches and starters. Really great spot if you're hungry for something on…read morethe go

Having lived in Los Angeles/Orange County for the past 26 years, I'm kind of a snob when it comes…read moreto Vietnamese food, Pho, in particular. I was amazed when I found this little hole-in-the-wall gem in one of my old haunts, Closter. I decided to give it a try. I got two bowls of the beef combo Pho, a single order of the regular beef Pho, the Spicy Ma Mi banh mi sandwich, and a Vietnamese Iced Coffee. These items are the easiest to judge, as most of the Vietnamese restaurants around Bergen County and the surrounding area kind of fail, choosing to cater to the population (skimping on spice, choosing western ingredients over authentic Asian ingredients, etc.). When I picked up my call-in order, the woman at the counter was very nice, though not Vietnamese and neither was the cook (not a problem at all, just an observation). She handed my order and I paid with a nice tip. I made it almost half way home when I got a call from the restaurant, and the same person told me she forgot to hand me the Vietnamese Iced Coffee and apologized. I made a u-turn and drove back to Ma Mi Eatery and picked up my drink. None of this exchange knocks any points against them, in fact, I was happy they called me. When I got home and unpacked everything, it all looked pretty authentic. I started with the combo beef Pho, adding all the toppings, plus the condiments of Hoisin sauce and Sriracha. What was missing was the fresh Thai basil! Then I read the menu and saw that they put the basil IN the soup when they serve it, so when I got home, all the basil was wilted. That's a shame because every single AAA Pho restaurant in Westminster, California serves their Pho with fresh Thai basil so customers can control how much basil they want, and to prevent wilting. That is my only real critique. Otherwise, the Pho was delicious, the broth was flavorful, and the really LOADED the soup with beef. Seriously, a lot of places in Westminster aren't that generous with brisket, but Ma Mi made my day. The Spicy Ma Mi banh mi sandwich was delicious, and loaded with all the appropriate toppings and condiments, though I wish they packed the wet ingredients (pickled carrot and daikon, cilantro, jalapeño) so the bread wouldn't get soggy, which it did, slightly. The bread itself was not the best bread I've had, typically, the bread used in most Vietnamese sandwich shops have a flaky crust and airy soft bread inside. This one a bit coarse on the crust with a heavy crunch. The interior was okay though. All in all, it was a great effort. The next time I revisit my hometown, I'll be sure to stop by Ma Mi Eatery for sure.