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    The Franklin Restaurant & Bar

    4.0 (68 reviews)
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    Melissa R.

    What a cute restaurant! It Was empty on a very rainy day when we came in the afternoon but then later on filled up. Started with the espresso and arancini - espresso was very strong. The arancini was delicious crispy on the outside, perfectly creamy on the inside. I was underwhelmed with my short rib ravioli - it honestly was more like a soups than a pasta dish with the broth. It was just ok. The tiramisu was very creamy and I loved the crunchy milk chocolate pearls on top, it gave it great texture. Service was ok - lots of side conversions going on and we had to wave the server down a couple times but overall friendly.

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    Paula J.

    This evening we attended my company's holiday party. The venue was The Franklin in Secaucus. It was closed for this private event. The service was excellent. The 3 young women I saw most of the evening were professional and helpful. They checked our coats with a smile. The food and cocktails were delicious. The food was buffet style, presentation was good. It is a small restaurant but the decor and ambiance is fresh and tasteful. I would recommend this place for a private event like a shower or party of 60. I would also recommend it for dinner.

    Espresso martini and Paloma
    Darsha M.

    I'd overall give this place a 3.5/5. My fiancé and I went for dinner on a Friday night. The restaurant is located in the middle of a neighborhood and it's all street parking. When you walk in there's a bar section but when you walk towards the back, there's more seating. Our waitress was great and friendly. We started off with cocktails and ordered the cacio e Pepe arancini as an app. The sauce was more on the heavier and creamy side but tasted good. My fiancé ordered the vodka pasta as his entree and I ordered the chicken francese special. The chicken was okay, more on the blander side and the pasta was just okay. The food was okay, I'd go back to try the brunch.

    Giseli C.

    Beautiful little place , I loves the decor , it makes you feel very welcomed , it's simple and yet classy . The bathroom is extremely clean and to me that is always a plus Service was great , we sat at the bar and our bartender Kaylee was very nice and attentive , always checking on us to make sure we were good . The food was nice and fresh , my risotto tasted amazing and the guava margarita was just a special touch . Great vibe in this place , we will definitely be back ..

    a decorated christmas tree
    Roseanne P.

    The Franklin in Seacaucus is such a cute brunch spot! My cousin had made a reservation for large group of 16 and they were able to accommodate which was great. The restaurant is decorated for the holidays and they had a beautiful Christmas tree right in the dining room. Their brunch menu has a good variety of foods- the usual eggs platters, omelettes, salads, and sandwiches. And also a good menu of specialty drinks and wine. It was recommended to get the skirt steak and that is what I had ordered. Unfortunately it was a bit overcooked for my taste. But the other people in our group had enjoyed their food. I will definitely be back again and try the other brunch items.

    Vodka chicken sandwhich
    Marisa M.

    Cute place! Went here with my friend who lives in Secaucus. They set up a table for us outside since it was so nice out. Wait service was very nice. Came here on a Saturday for lunch. Not that busy at all though I think there was a party in the back. Got the vodka chicken sandwich. Nice bread and melty cheese. Chicken was very thin and not that much. Flavor was good but wish there was more chicken. Got the salad which was good. My friend got the crab cake sandwich with potatoes and it looked really good. She loved it. 15 each, 20 total with tax and tip each. I would come back!

    Crabcake appetizer (missing one)
    Carly C.

    A really cute neighborhood spot! The outside looks like a pub, upon walking in there is a bar with locals laughing and having fun. The casual dining area is beyond that with sparkling lights and mural paintings. Our server was friendly and attentive, he gave has several recommendations. Since we were from out of town, I didn't want any leftovers so ordered the split pea soup and cacio e pepe arancini. I loved the soup! The other person in my party got the crab cakes app and carbonara. Everything was very rich and decadent.

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    Adrienne M.

    I gathered up my girls and headed to The Franklin for a Friday night dinner. Reservations were made online, quick and easy. I haven't visited their Jersey City location yet but was excited to visit their newer location in Secaucus. The Franklin is beautiful! I loved the ambiance. Perfect for a date night. My girls and I started with their margarita, a classic. It was SOOOO GOOD. I love margaritas that are made with fresh ingredients. For our app, we decided on the antipasto platter. It was a good variety of meats and cheeses my friends loved it. Now for the star, our entrees. I had to order the salmon which was cooked to perfection. My friends ordered the steak with mashed potatoes. Let's just say, we left with happy tummies haha! I have to come back for brunch. Apparently, they have the best pancakes!

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    Casey S.

    Came here a while ago, right around their grand opening. Food: food was great and good for the price point. Aesthetic: the aesthetic was very clean and professional, but the walls were painted in a strange way. I don't know if it was the intention, but looked like there were a lot of roller marks. Service: the waitress we had was super nice, but was often taking her time and didn't really check up on us (we were only one of two tables at the time), but may have been rough opening.

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    I enjoyed my meal! I added onion's mushrooms to my steak and eggs it was delicious!!

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    Good food and service at reasonable prices. Big portions too! Definitely will be going back.

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    Haute Dulce

    Haute Dulce

    4.2
    (32 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    I came here with my sister and mom for a quick lunch and coffee and found the setting to be…read moreincredibly cozy and clean. The interior features a chic aesthetic with heavy rose gold accents that give it a high end feel (women will love this place). While the atmosphere is great, seating is limited so you should be prepared to wait for a spot especially if you visit on the weekend. I usually expect these Instagram or TikTok viral cafes to be all style and no substance but I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the brew. I have visited three times now and the espresso is consistently excellent. Whoever is pulling the shots knows exactly what they are doing because the coffee is never burnt and tastes incredible even when ordered black as an espresso or Americano. On this visit I tried the Pistachio Latte with reduced sweetness and it was delicious. The pistachio flavor tasted authentic rather than synthetic and it melded perfectly with the coffee. My sister absolutely loved the Rose Matcha, which is the same drink my fiancee enjoyed on a previous visit. Even my mom was glowing about her Cappuccino which is a rare treat since she is notoriously hard to please. For our meal we ordered the Caprese Chicken Crepe and the Chipotle Chicken Melt. The crepe was a hit with my mom and sister and the portion size was just right. The Chipotle sandwich had great flavor though it was definitely on the greasy side. You will want a stack of napkins ready if you order it but it was still a solid sandwich overall. On a previous visit, we tried the Tres Leches which unfortunately did not live up to the rest of the experience. It tasted bland a bit like a boxed cake and I was not a fan, I might try the Tiramisu on my next trip instead. Despite the dessert miss the staff here is super friendly and sweet. They never make you feel rushed and take the time to explain the menu options thoroughly. If you're in the area and need a high quality cup of coffee Haute Dulce is a fantastic spot that will actually satisfy your expectations.

    Very cute cafe! The presentation for food and drinks when dining in is lovely. Service is great and…read morethe employees are friendly. For iced drinks, I had the pistachio latte and tiramisu latte. I preferred the pistachio latte as the tiramisu latte had a lot of cold foam, which was tasty, but meant there was less of the latte. For hot drinks, I had a flat white, which wasn't the best one I've had but it was pretty good. For food, I tried the buffalo chicken crepe which was flavorful with a good amount of filling. I would try more of their food were I to visit again. The main reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because even by today's standards, I think the drinks are overpriced. The lattes are at least $8 and only come in one size that isn't especially large. The food seemed more reasonably prices from what I recall.

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    Natoli's

    Natoli's

    4.5
    (403 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Amazing eggplant slice, slower service, quality unmatched. Friendly and helpful staff who make sure…read moreyou're taken care of. Small inside, order ahead!

    Holy shmoly, I love this place. I am not usually in this part of town, so I honestly was not sure…read morehow I would be received when I walked through the door. But the staff was incredibly welcoming right from the start, and that alone earns them five stars. You never know what to expect in a new neighborhood, but they set the tone immediately. The vibe of the restaurant is very comfortable. It is the kind of spot you walk into after a long day or a productive day and you just know you are about to eat something good. It feels like a family run place, even if it is not actually run by family. It has that warmth. You can tell it is an important part of the neighborhood. I even noticed pictures of community members on the wall, which says a lot. Now, the food. There is hot food, cold food, and plenty of items you can take home. I ordered a chicken parmesan sandwich, and let me tell you, it was the size of a skinny football. I am not exaggerating. It took me almost a day and a half to finish it. It tasted exceptional, and I actually had to stop myself from eating the whole thing in one sitting so I would not slip into a food coma. One tip, eat it while it is hot. That is when it is at its peak power. My friend agreed with me about the overall vibe and quality. If I am ever in the neighborhood again, I will gladly go out of my way just to try more of their dishes. You do not find spots like this easily. New York City has great food, but a place with this combination of warmth, quality, portion size, and charm is rare. In another city, this could easily be a reservation only spot packed every night. Here, it fits perfectly in the community. Great job to everyone there. Keep up the good work. Cheers.

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    Filomena’s

    Filomena’s

    4.2
    (39 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    truly, waiting for the day I can walk in and the owner will say "chicken salad club Panini press? "…read morebecause boy I could eat that sandwich every day of my life. I think next time I'll ask them to crisp up the bacon more because it definitely could be on the softer side but I absolutely love the chicken salad. It taste like they just take a chicken cutlet. Chop it up and add the stuff right then in there like you could tell, it's not a chicken salad that's probably been sitting out all day which I really appreciate this place is definitely on the older side, but I really like it because their sandwiches aren't so big you like can't even bite into them I really love my sandwich from here. I couldn't say enough good things about my chicken salad BLT it's like a club basically and I'll get that Panini press and it's just fantastic. It's become such a good comfort lunch for me during the week because it's near my job. There's also seating inside in the last time I went and I saw the sweetest old man eating pasta and his picture was on the wall and that just goes to tell what kind of homey place this is.

    We have been buying breakfast meals and/or sandwiches at Filomena's almost every workday for over 3…read moreyears and the food quality and taste is always exceptional. Patrick and Andre are friendly and welcoming. The menu is extensive and everything is extremely well prepared. In this world of factory made chain food that is frozen and reheated in a microwave oven, we need to continue to support local mom and pop businesses like Filomena's!

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    Beneci's D'Italia Cucina

    Beneci's D'Italia Cucina

    4.3
    (67 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    We went for breakfast today and it was on point! We had an omelet and scrambled eggs. Everything…read morewas prepared to our liking. Service was also excellent and pricing reasonable! I would go back!

    Not run by Sheraton -- and it shows. Stayed here for a week…read moreon business, and had breakfast at this restaurant most mornings. It's not horrible, but there are definitely some areas that need attention -- especially when it comes to hospitality and cleanliness. Staff is hit or miss. Some are friendly and helpful, others seem like they'd rather be anywhere else, especially during the morning shift. The "seat only complete parties" policy is strange -- particularly when the place is nearly empty. Not exactly the kind of flexibility you expect from a hotel restaurant. Food is fine, but overpriced (as expected in a hotel). Nothing to write home about. Definitely skip the pasta -- especially considering some of the best Italian food in the country is just across the river. My biggest issue was with cleanliness. The salt and pepper shakers on every table were grimy and gross -- the kind of thing you don't want to touch, let alone eat near. If you're going to use communal shakers, they need to be cleaned regularly. It's a basic thing, and it makes you wonder what else is being overlooked in the back of house. Bottom line: I wouldn't choose to come here unless I had to. If it weren't for the convenience during a work trip, this would've been a one-and-done visit.

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    Asked the server to "surprise me" and I was surprised.   I didn't tell him I don't like pizza, but this, I could do and did eat.
    Asked the server to "surprise me" and I was surprised. I didn't tell him I don't like pizza, but this, I could do and did eat.
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    Blu On The Hudson

    Blu On The Hudson

    4.2
    (472 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$$$

    Blu on the Hudson is the perfect place for date night, girls night out, or celebrations. It has a…read moresleek and modern esthetic, a sophisticated vibe, and the service and food match the ambiance perfectly. One thing I loved about the cocktail menu were the detailed descriptions and photos. It made it really easy to decide, and I wasn't disappointed by my choice. I had the Don't be Shy, which was vodka-based and had soju. It was very refreshing and was mixed perfectly. Since the restaurant iis known for sushi and pasta (and steak), I decided to try one of their Lincoln Harbor rolls which had crab, bluefin tuna, avocado, and wasabi yuzu. It had a kick to it and the fish was very fresh. I also had a side of the lobster mac and cheese, which was creamy and filled with lobster. My mate had the bolognese pasta dish and it was finished very quickly, which is always a good sign. All in all, I had a fantastic meal with excellent service and look forward to returning soon.

    Was able to get last minute reservations (15 minutes before) on a saturday evening. Place was…read morepretty busy and upscale. I had to use my chase sapphire dining credits and this restaurant was part of it, and I happened to be nearby. Everyone was dressed nicely, meanwhile I come in with my orange spyder jacket (it was raining) Anyway, food was pretty good. Octopus- it was pretty good as I love octopus legs but thought the texture needed a bit more bounce to it. I still enjoyed it. Steak delmonico- decently good as well. I ordered it medium rare and thats the way it came. I didnt order any sauce on the side for it but maybe u should. I figured the whipped potatoes and truffle creamed spinach would be good sides that can double as sauces. But their truffle butter sauce sounds pretty good. Chicken parm- it was surprisingly good. The cheese complimented the chicken so well. I think I liked this more than my steak. Whipped potatoes- delicious Truffle creamed spinach- pretty good as well Overall, i had a nice evening here. Ambiance is slightly dark and romantic. Waiters were nice.

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    Private Dining Room
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    Classic Carrot Cake (~$16)
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    Colonial Diner

    Colonial Diner

    4.0
    (415 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    I always enjoy a yummy dinner at Colonial Diner. It'd been awhile since I've been here…read more Things to know: -Small parking lot but can park on the street if full -They take Apple Pay -They have dinner specials -Huge dessert cake slices -Friendly service So I got the codfish with spinach and tomatoes over white rice. It was a bit bland but I still enjoyed it since I wanted to eat somewhat healthy lol. I kept stealing my husband's disco fries lol. The service is great here. I always enjoy what I order. I'd definitely come back!

    I love the Colonial Diner for the history, architecture and overall environment as well as the…read morefood. I have eaten here twice since visiting my father for the holidays and they always provide great service as most servers have worked here for decades. I had the Deluxe Breakfast last weekend and today I had the Pasta Soup, California Hamburger with fried, Cole Slaw and a pickle with Orange Juice and a Corn Muffin to go. The bill was $25.00 and I left a cash tip of $5 for good service. There menu is quite extensive for breakfast, lunch or dinner with daily specials as the location id just off Route 3 where Lyndhurst meets Rutherford on Orient Way. It has a passionate, loyal following of area residents be it North Arlington, Lyndhurst, Rutherford and a strong stream of truckers too. Want a reliable meal at the right price? You can't go wrong with the world famous Colonial Diner! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

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    Town and country turkey burger
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