2'nd time I came here . 1st time I would have rated it 5 stars . My drink was delish…read more This time 10/2025. Eh . Drinks were ok. Definitely not like the 1st time I was here . Place is small but pretty inside . Not much seating . You have to be lucky to snag a spot

I stopped in Bar Franco for drink before dinner nearby. It was literally just when they opened but…read moreeverything was ready to go and Alex the bartender seemed to already have some creative ideas in mind! He asked what I like. I told him the spirits and style(s) I prefer. Then I simply said "surprise me". His creation was a take on the Paper Plane, a bit less tart and perfect for a broiling hot day outside. Two other dinners guests joined me soon after and had equally impressive drinks. In fact, the entire dinner party returned at the end of the night so everyone could have their own experience! The space is small, but the atmosphere is very intentional and there is a great, low seating area in the front window that can fit several people comfortably. That's where we sat later as a group. If you've been meaning to try this place too, make it a priority next time you are downtown! Note: Bar Franco also has a food menu connected to the restaurant next door.

Hands down one of the best restaurants in Montclair! The food is great, drinks are on point and the…read moreservice unmatched! Their lychee martinis are amazing and the steak frites is top tier. The oysters are super fresh and the desserts?! YUM!

Price- felt like a $$$$ vs $$$ That extra,$ might or might…read morenot bother ppl. Service- treaky cuz started out complimentary but semi rushed or ignored as night went on, Service and interactions improved felt very welcomed. After orders were made, all came out quickly/ on time. Ambiance: automatic 3.5 stars. Food: surprisingly the chicken with the vegetable melody was great, chicken super tender and felt roasted all at the same time. Faubourg steak Frites ($75ish) is tricky, looks appeared straight to the point but had all the flavors required, the sauce went with it amazing. Meat alone, Very filling but can be shared. Beet appetizers shareable, beets doesnt sound like choice of vegetables but they definitely made it work. Drinks: cocktails: on point. Dessert: Creme brulee, was amazing, had an added flavor that made it in a subtle way taste different.

This place was packed on a Saturday night. Came here with my girls and had a blast. The drinks are…read morereasonably priced and the staff is very polite. Ample space for dancing. Great place to go have fun and to meet new people. Lots of fun fun fun. Parking across the street for $7

Attended a graduation event here on December 6, 2024. For $55/person you get a VIP wristband, open…read morebar for 4 hours and a buffet meal. The tables are really meant to either stand around and drink/eat or for 2 people if you are sitting down. There's a selection of spirits and you can mix in some kind of juice/soda. Went with mostly passionfruit and Titos with the occasional add-in of rum. They also had sangria! Drinks were pretty strong. The buffet offered 7 tins: recall salad, yucca, rice dish, one with shrimp and one with chicken. Honestly, the whole time flew by. I didn't even grab seconds although I would've prob liked to. At some point this place turns into a club and they open the doors that partition the area where the event was held with the area that has the stage. Music was of the Latin variety and a lot of people were piling in. You can also get hookahs there. Would def go back there for an event.

Been here a few times & the service is always great. I usually try different cigars to see which is…read moremy favorite or sometimes I stick to just having a glass or two of Pinot Grigio. It's a small setting but just enough space to chill, watch some tv or have a convo or if you want to play pool, eat or have more drinks & etc then there's downstairs. It's definitely a calm vibe on any day of the week.

I went with a friend who likes cigars. He recommends their selection…read more The bar is small with large sofas to hang around. The prices were very reasonable. Their menu has sandwiches and wraps are well priced. The food was actually good.

This place is perfect for any type of party.. I have been to…read more30th surprise partys, baby showers, engagement partys, and even a small wedding.. They have custom lighting installed so you can set the mood to however you are feeling. They have a pool table and darts to keep the kids entertained. Their sound system is great so you dont need to hire a dj and you can use your spotify playlist.. Save money by bringing your own food and drinks and party all night long like you are at home without having to worry about cleaning up.. Cant wait for the next party here..

Nice venue but parking is a real challenge. Would use them again for smaller parties.read more

Each of my visits has been pleasant, and I'm always welcomed by friendly, attentive staff. The food…read moreis good, and the bartenders are creative, crafting delicious cocktails. The main dining room, adjacent to the bar, is cozy yet inviting. During the summer, the outdoor tiki bar adds a fun atmosphere with live music that makes the experience even more enjoyable.

The good. The butter crab roll. The bad- worst Tuna Taco I've ever tasted. Such a simple dish to…read moreprepare. Dice some fresh sushi grade tuna, add some soy and perhaps a little avacado but no. They mascerated the tuna in what I can only imagine was Hamilton Beach blender until it resembled a semi hot glue with no discernable flavors. OK the shell was pretty good but..Don't get me started on the crab cake. Ugh. Sat at the bar and the greeting from the bartender wasn't hello and welcome. It was you may have to move if we get busy which they did not. Halcyon used to be a be so much better.

So in celebration of Beyoncé and Cowboy Carter, we found this spot called Lotus in Passaic, NJ that…read morewas doing a themed brunch. It sounded super cute like, perfect pre-show vibes. First off, we couldn't even find the place. When we finally did, the front was completely blacked out and the security guard had on a bulletproof vest... sketchy. But we went in anyway. The first floor had a weird smell, so we went upstairs. The vibe was better up there, and the host was really nice. The decor was totally on theme, very Cowboy Carter. The brunch menu looked decent, but weirdly we couldn't order any appetizers just the brunch entrees. Kinda annoying, but whatever. We got the shrimp and grits, and the chicken and waffles (served on a skewer). Oh and we had to pay right when we ordered. Like... why? That was definitely a red flag. But surprisingly, the food was actually so good. As for drinks, I got something with rum and it was solid. My partner ordered the $30 mimosa pitcher, and it was mostly juice way too sweet. Definitely not worth it. The food is 11/10, but not my everyday go to spot!!! Try it out and let me know your thoughts

Ladies Night!! After dinner with my ladies. We wasn't ready to go home and wanted to just vibe out…read moreand listen to music and drink a little. We visit this rooftop because my friend said it was a nice spot. I honestly feel it was overpriced for a Saturday night. $20 entry fee wasn't bad. Hookah was overprice $30 and it was hardly pulling any smoke. We got a bottle of Don Julio which was $345.

Friends night out, we decided to try this place. Plenty of…read moreparking as it's in a business building. But it works, entry was easy, the security was in point. We had free tickets. We went inside and it very nice. The decor made it decorated with famous singers. The bar was center to the room. It was a big square with all 4 sides sides were serving drinks. Big plus! Music was really good as it was a throwback night. We made our way to a section where we can sit and enjoy our view. We had a great time. We danced every song. The drinks weren't bad. But when it hit full, there was no air. We left shortly after the smoke started to come out. Nice feature but it was too hot in there. It was nice while it lasted If we come back we will come earlier.

New lounge in the area with nice bar & sport TVs, very modern with nice sleek black decor offset…read morewith neon club lights. Not that large, moderate dance floor but not definitely warehouse size. Has lots of VIP couch seats in the lounge area, and high top bar tables. Lounge neighbors Medieval Times. Large parking lot is free. Weekends can get LIT supposedly. The bar ladies are smokin. Kinda feel like one of those tight Hoboken clubs. Latin Friday nights. Weekdays seem to be chill spot with grab to go cafe food style. Could be the new nightlife go to spot!

Great looking place...great design. Service was…read moreawesome...very friendly. Had Calamari for app. super fresh....spices were so good...Chips and dip were very good and unique taste. Main dishes were very very good....I highly recommend this place!! I will be back there!

Delicious food and drinks. Great ambience. Staff is great. Definitely recommend this spot!!read more

I've been here a few times now. Food is decent and filling. Big portions, so it's a good choice for…read morea family or brunch day out. Service is decent, even on busy nights. I visited on probably one of the busiest nights (Knicks game 5) and still received good service, no complaints. Other than it being packed, it was a good time. If you end up visiting, def try one of their many draft beers. The draft and drinks menu is overwhelmingly extensive.

Spent the afternoon walking around Montclair and decided to pop in for a late lunch! We sat outside…read morein their patio area and had a quick bite to eat including the Steak Fingers and Potato Skins. It wasn't the best but it wasn't horrible either. Just Jake's is a fun place to come to on a Friday or Saturday night to drink but it's not on the top of my list of places to eat. Think I will stick to what I know.