I had the overhaul burger,small fries and a drink while I was here. The burger was delicious. It…read morehas bacon on it and the bacon was flavorful. The fries were salted to my liking. The staff member the, Lana was really nice and we had a really nice chat. It was rustic, but basic interior with pent off seating inside and outside. My only thing that I would change is that there were too many sesame seeds on my bun, but I'll ask for a different bun next time that I visit.

The lady and I were looking for a bit of a bite before we got back home. I was in a burger mood so…read morewe decided to fill up here. I love that this is an actual filling station, still with garage doors. You can eat inside or outside - doors were open for the nice weather but I'm sure the place is heated in the winter. Fun sign out front. The very friendly lady at the counter answered all our question and we chatted about the restaurant as we were deciding what to order. All 5 stars so far. So for burgers, I fully admit I'm a bit of a snob and hard to please. I was heartened that these are Pat LaFrieda style burgers: brisket, hanger steak, short rib, not chuck. So I gave it my best shot and ordered a TFS burger (caramelized onion, mushrooms, bacon) with two cheeses, cooked rare, plus a side of onion rings. As others have said here, my "rare" burger came out medium, so I'm sure glad I didn't leave it as the default medium. The burger was a little too salty but otherwise solid and full of flavor like good meats and toppings ought to be. The onion rings were not all that great - solid breading that drowns out the onion, and you don't get a lot for $8 (plus dipping sauces cost extra, unless you just take a ketchup or mustard packet). Verdict: I like this restaurant, but it's not enough to draw me back here or any other Filling Stations (all in authentic garages) without two changes: * When providing high quality meats, please cook burgers thick instead of thin so that they can come out actually rare for the best taste. * There were no prices in the liquor menu. I'm not even going to try ordering a beer (or other) if you don't tell me the cost up front.

El Azteca. The Aztec. A civilization which rose to and held power for centuries. Their leadership,…read morein some indirect fashion, has led to the craftsmanship of El Azteca - A slight chain of Mexican restaurants in a 30 min radius of Bergen County. I will copy and paste this review across the Park Ridge and Mahwah locations so emphasize my appreciate for their consistency in providing great Mexican food. If you are consistently performing, Linguini will take care of you. Like I've taken care of many others. I will bring you to the top with me. If you backstab me. Oh if you come for me at the top, you will reach an abyss so deep you may end up digging to China. Don't test me. I'm not that guy. Anyways, I've tried a lot from Azteca. Most of what they've got is a 4/4.5 out of 5 but I'm rounding up for the full experience. Phenomenal price point. Variety of food that all comes out well. Performs well in restaurant and when the food travels. Friendly staff. And local business of which I support. I suffer from GGS - Good Guy Syndrome, sorry not sorry. My motha, bless her soul. I legit mean bless her soul. Be nice. Pray. Bow down to her. She doesn't eat much food but she even loved the taco salad here so much that she asked to go again. So much protein, so well seasoned. Just as their other options showcase as well. My personal favs are the Kash Burrito and the, what I'd call "trademark" Cod Burrito. Never have seen it elsewhere like this. The wrap is toasted wonderfully, great rice, great salsa. I mean this place just does it real well. I've had tacos, appetizers, desserts. Never let down. El Azteca is consistently good. Constantly pushing out quality product. Is it the best Mexican I've had? No. But it's the most underrated. Being a consistent 4, makes you a five in my books. It's like that girl that's occasionally a 6 or occasionally an 9... you can't bring her home. But that girl that's consistently a 7 or an 8? You let her meet the fam. I don't where I'm going with this one. All I'll say is STOP. Stop going to Chipotle, Bubbakoo's, etc. when you could be supporting a better quality and friendlier priced location in El Azteca. Thank you in advance. I will be watching - LB.

Every time absolutely everything was so delicious. Churrasco asado,black beans and amazing rice and…read morepico de gallo. Enchiladas suizas, black beans and rice. Always consistently delicious and generous portions. And this was takeout, everything was hot. The staff there whether you eat there or take out are so friendly. Try them!

If you want a great meal as well as a show...this is your spot. Excellent food..HUGE sandwiches and…read morealways fresh. Grab a couple of chili dogs while you wait for your addition food to take home. 'To go' food is placed in a white bag, not brown. According to the owner, you aren't bringing home nuts and bolts from a hardware store. Totally enjoy... stop in.

The food is amazing, fresh meat and the best customer service. I happen to be stopped by a state…read moretrooper and put out of service right on this location. And this was were I spend the rest of the day. Great place

- Located near the Parking Lot F entrance on level one -…read moreHuge, open, and spotless dining room with an upscale yet welcoming atmosphere; the classy ambiance makes it great for date nights or special occasions, while still being relaxed and family-friendly for those dining with young kids; was very calm on a rainy Saturday at lunchtime - Impressive buffet selection featuring fresh salads, hot side dishes, cheeses, fruits, and other accompaniments; plenty of variety to complement the churrasco experience - The meats were generally fresh, flavorful, tender, and cooked well--highlights included the picanha (the only meat that I ever get seconds for) and the grilled pineapple, which delivered the perfect balance of warm, sweet, and savory flavors; the bacon-wrapped chicken was a bit dry, and the filet mignon came out more done than expected, but the overall quality and selection of meats were still very good - Service was excellent throughout the meal--the gauchos were friendly, professional, and attentive, serving up beautifully carved cuts of meat; the waitstaff also checked in regularly, kept waters refilled, and ensured everything was running smoothly without feeling intrusive

THE FOOD ----------------…read more+ 99.9% of the food was EXCELLENT!!! + Picanha, Sirloin, Beef Ribs, Garlic Picanha, Lamb, Sausage, Bacon-Wrapped Chicken, Grilled Pineapple and all of the Salad Bar food was absolutely delicious. ++++ All of the mentioned pieces of steak were fresh, juicy, tender and verrrrrry flavorful. Also, the meats weren't very gamey at all, which tends to be my gripe with churrascarias. ++++ Grilled pineapple was to die for and the perfect way to complete our meal. Easily could have eaten 10 slices of this! + Salad Bar was surprisingly quite large with many different salads, pastas, rice, beans, maduros, soups and freshly sliced fruit. - The pieces of Filet Mignon were really the only disappointment as they were well done and just not very tasty. THE SERVICE ------------------- + All of the waiters were friendly and on point with their service. ++++ Very quick in clearing our plates. ++++ Refilled our water multiple times. + All of the gauchos bringing the meat skewers and carving up the meats were friendly and accommodating with letting us grab multiple slices/pieces of meat. THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------- + Supppppper spacious, clean restaurant with classy, modern decor. + Located on level 1 across from Cheesecake Factory. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = We dined in at around 12:20ish on a rainy Saturday afternoon and we were the verrrrry first customers inside. In fact, there were only 3 other tables occupied during the 1.5 hours that we were there, so there were A LOTTTTT of empty tables. It was quite strange being the only customers in this large restaurant for a good 45 minutes, so they were bringing the meats out for just us! CONCLUSION -------------------- = Didn't expect that Picanha would be right up there with the best churrascarias I've ever been to, but not only are they up there with the best, but they MIGHT BE MY FAVORITE....ever!

Located IN the Pearl River Diner. I ordered from the "Tres…read moreTacos" section of the menu and got 3 chicken tacos, side of rice and beans, it was KILLER! For the price, WORTH IT.

Updating to 5 stars. We ordered the fiesta taco platter for taco Tuesday. They killed it!! The kids…read morewent bananas. By far the best tacos in the area. The nachos were outstanding. This place is killer, give it a shot.

If you don't feel like reading: I highly recommend…read more I come here often now because of the healthy options mostly. However the taste is a plus. Very to the point and haven't messed up an in person or over the phone order. With that being said... proceed with caution if you're trying to order online and have customizations. I get the build your own Aloha Plate. It hits the same every time and I'm a sucker for consistency. Also, I've heard the burgers and wings are very good. Only 3 negatives: #1 - The online ordering system sucks if you like to customize! #2 - They aren't open late! #3 - They need to bring back the punch cards for rewards!

This is a staple for me when I'm in the area. No matter what I get, I add the fried egg. It's like…read moreHawaiian chocolate sauce, it makes everything better! This trip I went for the Loco Moco, which comes with the egg already, made it a surf-n-turf by adding the grilled shrimp. Grabbed a Hibiscus Bubble Tea to wash it down. Man, you'd think I was back on the island. Beautifully prepared, hot and delicious . And like a lot of reviewers have mentioned, real food, always fresh. I tried the poke last time through, that's was wonderful as well. I mean you're here to try something different, no? Go for it! You won't be disappointed.

So good and great portions! Try all the different ones! Staff was so welcoming and the venue is…read moregreat and spacious!

Empanada Mania 62 S. Washington Ave…read more Bergenfield NJ 07621 Angus Beef Bacon Cheeseburger Cuban Sweet Thai Chicken Spinach & Feta On the Southern part of Washington Avenue is a Latin American spot that specializes in homemade empanadas. Owner Galo and Manager Felipe introduced me to a variety of the signature product. Check out the outer layers of these crispy empanadas. If you think they look this good on the outside, wait until you see the inner fillings! Angus Beef: This original version of this folded hot pastry is packed with plenty of angus beef along with sautéed peppers & onions. Bacon Cheeseburger: This may have a similar appearance to the previous empanada, but do not be deceived. Imagine having a juicy succulent bacon cheeseburger in a crunchy shell in lieu of a hamburger roll. Cuban: Here's a perfect variation of the classic Cuban sandwich. The pork was smoked for several hours and it also includes ham and mozzarella cheese. Sweet Thai Chicken: It's time to try some Thai. The sweet thai chili sauce mixed in this Asian style empanada has the perfect blend of heat and spice. Spinach & Feta: If happen to be a vegetarian or If you just need a break from meat and poultry, the spinach & feta is a must try! As a bonus, these two secret sauces are fantastic supplements for your meat pies! Dunk away in the house made red hot sauce or if you are craving thousand island base with some top secret ingredients then go for the pink sauce. As another bonus, there is a state of the art coffee machine for hot beverages such as expresso, or cappucinno. All in all, each empanada was paradise. When I next return I'm looking forward to exploring their other empanadas as well as the side dishes. #empanadamania #empanadas #cuban #angusbeef #baconcheeseburger #SweetThaiChicken #spinachandfeta #LocalBusiness #foodstagram #eats #njfoodie #localspots #foodreviews

I've heard very good things the past 14 years about Empanada Mania…read more An award winning food truck, a catering business, and this tiny storefront producing big flavors. Street parking; only a few seats to eat inside. Basically a To Go place. These empanadas were awesome!! Big & stuffed with a very nice crispy, fried shell. ( they offer mini sized empanadas too) There are many options of Savory fillings, but I wish they had more "sweet\dessert" types. Which brings me to my favorite: the Guava & Mozzarella Cheese empanada... Best one I've ever had. For upcoming St. Patricks Day (for a limited time) they have -- The Reuben- filled with Smoked Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese & Sauerkraut. EMPAN-TASTIC! Wish I had a beer. -the Cuban Pork empanada made with an 8-hours smoked pork, with ham and mozzarella was very good, but I wasn't a big fan of the Sweet Thai Chicken empanada with, sweet Thai chili sauce, scallion and cilantro.. Maybe I was full... The fries are old school. Reminded me of boardwalk fries. Some a little greasy. Some a little overcooked & crunchy.. So if you like empanadas, you need to give this place a shot.