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Service and food is always fabulous…read more High tops are perfect for up to 4 Drinks, small plate and that beet salad is great

Every dish I've ever had at Gusto Grill has been lovely - their pasta dishes are great, the burgers…read moreare juicy and flavorful, and they have an interesting mix of delicious apps/small plates. On our most recent visit, we sat at the outdoor patio seating area during happy hour - the happy hour sliders were super soft & flavorful, and the dirty Gusto chips were great. We also enjoyed a few ffordable drinks ($8-10 each) from the happy hour menu. I loved the fried goat cheese app from the regular menu - two decent sized pucks of goat cheese, fried with a light/crispy outer crust, served with a honey-fig reduction. For the entrees - the truffle Gouda smash burger had a unique blend of flavors, and the loaded mac & cheese is one of our usual favorites - soft cavatappi pasta spirals, super cheesey, and delicious salt bacon sprinkled throughout. The ambiance is casual and calm, but still more elevated than your run-of-the-mill chain restaurants, and the service was attentive & friendly.

Interiors

Fries here are delicious!

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Red Sangria

Le Peep

Family-owned & operated

Always the best breakfast spot around. The specials are always good…read more The special was lemon pancakes. And they were absolutely amazing. No syrup necessary. The staff is attentive, patient and friendly always.

Le Peep was a solid brunch spot. We got there early, around 9:00 a.m., and were seated right away…read morewith no wait. By the time we finished eating and were heading out, the restaurant had filled up and there was a wait, so getting there early definitely paid off. From the outside, you honestly can't even tell it's a brunch restaurant, so it was a bit surprising once we walked in. Our server was friendly and attentive, and the food was good. Everyone in our group enjoyed their meal, and there weren't any complaints. While I had a nice experience and would happily go back if someone suggested it, it probably wouldn't be my first choice for brunch. Still, it's a good option, especially if you're looking for a reliable meal with good service.

Area

Chicken fried steak, tasty and durty good

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Strawberry Lemonade

B2 Bistro + Bar

3.7(510 reviews)

5.8 mi

Wonderful service and a lot of options on the menu. I feel like the server went above and beyond in…read morehelping with food allergies and my ribs were pretty good. The view is nice too.

Always amazing service and food at B2 Bistro. Such a great spot with a beautiful view of Farrington…read moreLake. Started with the Calamari and it was seasoned and crispy. The marinara and Thai chili that goes with it is superb. Steaks sliders came with a mouthwatering Au Jous and they were very tender. Got the Salmon with the pea risotto and it was delicious. I asked for lemon white sauce with it and it paired perfectly. Can't wait to keep coming back!

Inside

East Coast Oysters

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Arnold Palmer

Garden State Bar

4.9(12 reviews)

3.4 mi

This is a chill little bar (and there are some restaurant-style tables) inside of a liquor shop…read more Affordable prices, and it's very interesting to see a full menu with a good range of food options at a liquor store bar! The place seems clean and organized as well. The masala fries and the Paneer Basket appetizer from the specials menu were great. The flavor was good on the Fusion Chicken Wings - the drums were crispy and the meat was soft, but the skin on the flats wasn't crispy, and the meat was slightly chewy. For both rounds, my friend's Mango Cart beer was poured with excessive foam at the top that settled down to a shallow pour. Other than those small issues, this place is nice for a liquor store bar!

Cozy local bar in a liquor shop where you'll always find regulars. Regulars are excited for new…read morefaces too, so if you're looking for a place to chat -- this could be it. Wine on tap let's you sample all different types of wine. Food is the fun part here. They've got what you expect at any American bar + a few select Indian and Indian fusion items. Bhel was 10/10. Owners are friendly.

Mango Cart beer (on the left) was poured short two separate times

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Restaurant style seating in the center of the store

Sweet Buns

4.8(44 reviews)

10.7 mi

Sweet Buns is amazing. The breakfast plate I had (eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes) was probably the…read morebest I've ever had. The service is friendly, efficient and welcoming. The only bad thing is it could become wonderfully addictive!

We went in on a Sunday late morning so there was about a 15 minute wait. The service was friendly…read moreand helpful. The atmosphere was hip and cute but a little tight. I'm a very picky coffee person and the gingerbread latte was ok. However- the food was DELICIOUS! I got the breakfast bowl no meat and in hindsight would have asked them to sub with more eggs bc the ratio of eggs to potatoes was off but still sooo good. My husband got the corned beef hash and he practically licked his plate clean. Then we shared the Nutella pop tart. It was WORTH IT. I bought one to go as well! Will be going back!

Front coffee bar

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Macchiato and Iced Dulce de Leche Latte

Orchard Park by David Burke

Orchard Park is one of the places I think of when a special occasion is coming up, and I find a…read morereason to be here every few months. It has a nice, elevated atmosphere, so you should dress semi-formal. Prices are on par with other upscale restaurants. The food has always been excellent and the service as well, most of the time. You absolutely MUST get the Clothesline Bacon as an appetizer. Make sure you slice some pickle with it and squeeze a little lemon juice on top! The manager urged us to try it that way during one of our visits - we never looked back. Rather than eating in the dining area, we chose to sit at the bar for their Foxy Hour (Happy Hour) offerings. There are plenty of tables surrounding the bar as well. We had the Clothesline Bacon, 6 Oysters, Hipster Fries, Spicy Lobster Mac, and we each got the happy hour burger. Everything tasted great, but the hipster fries were a little greasy and lacked the shishito peppers they had last time. We finished off with the Eclair Trio dessert from the Specials Menu. On two separate occasions we were seated at an awkward table in the back of the restaurant, right near the kitchen service area and door to the outside patio. We weren't thrilled to be there, as there was constant traffic in and out of the kitchen and through the doors. I think they should just do away with those seats, so everyone can have a relaxing dining experience no matter where they're sat. If you've got a special occasion coming it, Orchard Park is worth checking out!

greta date night spot! they have specials on Wednesday's for date nights. we got the steaks and…read morelobster dumplings. the dumplings were delicious and I would come back just for those! they had a flavorful mac and cheese side. and finished with a sweet creme brulee. the interior is swanky and a nice ambiance. and excellent service

Dining area with the open kitchen

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Bar area in lobby

Jasper Stone Italian Steakhouse

4.3(167 reviews)

6.4 mi

Walked into a beautiful place. We stated with a great bread basket. Maybe the best I've ever had…read more And the great food continued. For appys, we had a wedge salad w/ a slice of bacon, which my wife enjoyed. I had baked clams, which I loved! For dinner, my wife had Filet Mignon and mac & cheese on the side. The meat was cooked perfectly and the mac & cheese was great. I had a Wagyu rib eye cap and Brussel sprouts on the side. The meat was perfect, and so were the sprouts. For dessert, my wife had the affogato, which both of us loved. The only disappointment of the night was the Tiramisu, not flavorful at all. The service was top-notch, I appreciated that the waiter was not a kid, which so many places use these days. It's very expensive, $380 for two (BYOB), including tip. As great a meal as it was, I don't think I will be a regular. If I come back, it won't be for the steak, mine cost $115. The mains don't include sides, it's all a la carte. If the money doesn't bother you, or it's a special occasion, I highly recommend this restaurant. Somebody in that kitchen, knows what they are doing!

What an unfortunate turn of events. We arrived as a party of 4 on a Friday evening around 6 pm…read moreexpecting a well needed, well deserved, enjoyable meal amongst friends. I was especially looking forward to ordering the ribeye and lit up instantly when the server listed it as one of the specials. The server shared that he would need to collect the orders for all of our courses at the same time which was fine with me. I actually had more confidence in the timing of everything for that reason. Our server had a delightful energy particularly at the beginning of our visit. After we placed our orders, everything began to fall apart. It did get noticeably busy since we first arrived, but we ultimately waited for our main entrees for over 3 hours. 3 hours. The table ordered the charred octopus and the oysters to start. The oysters hit the table fairly quickly, but then we began to gradually notice how long it was taking for the octopus to come. I had only a slither of the octopus so that I could say I tried it. Everyone at the table raved about the taste. I did, however, agree that their oysters were delicious especially when dressed with a little bit of mignonette, lemon, horseradish and a touch of Tabasco sauce. I'm excited to now report that I am a fan of fresh oysters from the east coast, because apparently the coast matters. The table also ordered the canaletto stuffed with mascarpone, parmesan and another cheese, langostines and lobster with morel mushroom cream sauce, garnished with truffles. I passed on this one also as it was too adventurous for my taste buds; although, their delicious bread and our drinks did distract me for a little while. The restaurant is BYOB, so we had our wine to keep us company while we observed other tables come and go. We eventually asked to see the manager and was told there wasn't a manager on duty which was either untrue or a very poor decision on the part of the owners considering it was a Friday evening. Having someone occasionally check in with our table may have also helped to take the pressure off of the server who may have gotten overwhelmed or decided to prioritize other tables. Having a manager offer a personal apology may have helped us feel less forgotten about. After the three hour mark, we decided this was enough. I didn't have much to eat at this point, but I wasn't at all worried initially since I was there for the main event, the ribeye. I stopped a hostess who was walking past our table and asked for the manager. We were again told the manager is not here but can be called, if needed. I simply replied, "Please do". Shortly afterwards, I noticed our server who at this time was standing by the host stand briskly walk into the kitchen and then return to our table with our plates. I sent the food back which was a decision that was supported by everyone at the table. Let me tell you, that was a difficult decision to make, but I also was ready to call it a night. Our mood had changed, and I truly felt like we were derservant of having the same experience as everyone else that night. Our server apologized for his part to play in the ordeal which I appreciated since I know his intention was never malicious, but unfortunately we had to call this night a bust. He offered us dessert on the house, and our entire meal was comped which we felt was an appropriate resolution. I ordered the Cinnamon Toast Crunch bread pudding which was a favorite. Very good. Jasper Stone is a beautiful establishment with decorative yellow and white floral arrangements throughout the dining area. It is clearly a popular restaurant and has many positive reviews. I regret that I could not have a comparable experience.

Interior of restaurant

TOP APPETIZER SQUASH BLOSSOMS OUTSTANDING!

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Inside table

Colonial Diner - East Brunswick

3.2(354 reviews)

2.3 mi

I love diners, and Colonial Diner reminded me exactly why. They have everything you could possibly…read morecrave, and the convenience is great -- right off a busy highway with tons of parking, including ADA spaces and an ADA ramp. We visited last year and loved it, but this time I paid closer attention -- and wow. This diner is spotless, cleaner than almost any diner I've been to. It's also big and spacious, which is a must for us since we bring our grandbabies and a stroller. Colonial absolutely passes my "we need room" test. The host was super friendly and let us choose our table. We started with onion rings, and they were incredible -- huge, perfectly crisp, and the batter stayed on with every bite. My husband ordered a medium cheeseburger with fries and enjoyed every bit of it. I had the grilled chicken Caesar salad and it was AMAZING Our waitress, Magdallena, was wonderful -- friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect. The vibe inside was great: families, couples, friends catching up, even a birthday celebration. Just a happy, welcoming atmosphere all around. We will definitely be back. This diner is a gem.

Colonial Diner is a classic New Jersey diner. Their menu is extensive and they have something for…read moreeveryone. I normally stick to breakfast at diners just to be safe. I had the protein omelette, which was a large portion, and it tasted fine. Nothing noteworthy stood out but I can say that the potatoes were salted. I also had the crispy crunch French toast which was French toast rolled in Rice Krispie cereal. The French toast was good but I wish it had something more to it. All and all this is a diner some items will be okay, some items will be good, and some items will be bad.

Skylark salad was soooooo good!

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Original Pancake House

4.4(303 reviews)

6.3 mi

My experience there was really good and I personally think there pancakes are amazing and you…read moreshould go try it for yourself!

It was so amazing I barely have anything to say other than GO!…read more Amazing service, quick, courteous and attentive service. SERVICE: was very speedy. They brought out the food within 10 minutes. Everything was accurate fresh and looked as good as it taste. Frequently checked on ice and make sure everything was tasting good and that we didn't eat anything else towards the end of our meal. The manager came over and made jokes with us and checked on us to insure we had a positive experience. Vibe: good restaurant for families, birthdays, elders, parties, kids, handicap accessible. Music is a good volume, not overbearing to where you can't have a conversation.

Beautiful patio

Coconut Pancakes

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Ambiance

Cozy Cafe

4.4(83 reviews)

4.5 mi

Found this little nook while looking up brunch places in the area. Met up with my sisters and mom…read morefor a quick bite. It is a welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff and cute simple decor that has a communal feel. The specials menu had some fun and exciting choices for st Patrick's day! There was also a listing for blueberry pierogies which we decided we just had to try. I think the concept is exciting and new- but the inside of the pierogies were only blueberries which weren't very sweet. We thought it could be even better with the addition of a sweetened ricotta, cream cheese, or mascarpone inside to compliment the berries. There was a drizzle of some kind of icing which was tasty and went well but there wasn't enough of it. We ordered our meals from their regular menu. They must have polish roots because pierogies and kielbasa show up on the menu a few times. I saw "pierogie omelet" and was sold. You can tell their pierogies are freshly made and it makes all the difference. I probably wouldn't get the omelet again because it was kind of a lot happening at once, however, next time I go I think I definitely would like to get the pierogi platter they offer because I enjoyed the kielbasa and pierogies so much. My sister got a strawberry arugula salad with crispy chicken. I did not try it but I tried a piece of chicken and it was deliciously crisp. She said everything was really good and the strawberries were perfect and ripe. My mom, who got the protein pancake with fruit on side agreed. My other sister got a tuna wrap which she also enjoyed. I also like that they do a 1/2 tea 1/2 lemonade with your choice of flavor. I got the raspberry and it was delicious - not too sweet but the flavor was there. Our waitress was a gem and we never felt rushed.

This is a local brunch spot. The ppl here are very nice and love coming here. It's not a fancy spot…read morebut more like a local joint for a good brunch with the family. Food: 7/10 Service: 7/10

Monte Cristo

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Summer special : peach and dream french toast

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David C.

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9 years ago

in downtown Sayreville, I love this place because it is so consistent. Typical diner fare, local faces, efficient wait staff. There are daily specials, but these repeat often. Soup is excellent and prices are very fair. Homey, small-town feeling. small hometown family restaurant where the staff know what you are having before you order sometimes great pancakes they also serve lunch and early dinners Hamburgers are excellant so if your the area and want to feel at home stop by sunny side read more

Theresa G.

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I've lived in this town all my life and as far back as I can remember Sunny Side Up has been there. It's small, but amazing. They always have the greatest food and really cheap prices. The people that work there have been there for as long as I've gone there and they're always so wonderful and nice. I love this place. I'll continue going back there for as long as I live here. read more

Christian Thomas W.

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4 years ago

They treat you like family. Warm welcoming food is amazing staff is amazing a home away from home. Can't wait to return

Chris G.

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12 years ago

I love this place. I always enjoy myself when I do here.

Jaime J.

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Friendly & quick service with good diner food.

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