I tried Smashburger for the first time in TX during a Yelp event and really enjoyed it. I came to…read morethis restaurant to see if they had the same flavors and they did. I chose the BBQ burger and although it was good it wasn't the best. The regular burger and the truffle fries were pretty good. I would recommend that one. The BBQ burger is pretty simple, aside from the sauce and the meat it doesn't have anything else. There is a parking lot outside of the restaurant and the place is very clean. The service was really fast.

"There's a Shake Shack right there." "Really?"…read more"Yeah.  I've stopped at that location a few times now." "Shake Shack?  That's my fave..." "I know." "Okay, let's go there then!" I'm driving, the Mrs. is helping me to navigate the ins and outs of the various highways and roadways and when we finally pulled into the parking lot I saw that... it's really a Smashburger.  (The joys of old age and your memories never being too reliable!)  This was my first time in the area (the mother-in-law is currently couped up at one facility, one of my kid's orthodontist is right across the street) and the whole fam decided to grab lunch at Shake, I mean... Smashburger.  I gotta say: I really dug the 'vibe' as soon as we walked in.  There was a cool 'mood' (layout, design, color choices) that their location on Rt. 3 is missing.  Otherwise...it's what you know/expect.  (Better than the likes of Red Robin and Habit Burger Grill, but can't dethrone Shake Shack.) The food is served entirely too hot. We were the only people in the place at the time but our meals still came out staggered so we're all eating at slightly different times. (I'll never grasp how/why that is, but the Smashburger in Clifton that we usually hit is keen on this as well.)  It ain't cheap but the food is tasty, the portions are legit.  A parking lot (which I think they kinda-sorta share with the various businesses in the vicinity).  For the record: half of my family swears the spicy chicken sandwich at their Rt. 3 location is much hotter (spice-wise) and messier (all around).

The smoothies here are very sweet so this is more like a dessert or treat for me. But I love this…read moreplace because it's a life saver on the hot summer days and no matter what I order or which employee makes it, the taste and consistency is always perfect. So shout out to whoever is training the staff here. The place is clean but pretty bare with a few tables. I just wish it had a bathroom for customers so I could sit and enjoy my drink but since they don't I always take it to go.

Went and drank here for the first time. I definitely ordered and got the strawberry banana smoothie…read moreand it had tasted sweet and fruity. The service there was also attentive and super fast and friendly. Finally, I would definitely come back again next time.

((3.5 stars)) fairly…read morelarge Le Pain Quotidien location for Manhattan. clean, brightly lit-- a good amount of tables and seating, not cramped at all. and located several blocks from Bryant Park which makes it convenient for picking up coffee and a bite pre- or post- the park or if you're strolling through the area. to me, Le Pain Quotidien is all about her French Cream Doughnut. though i do think they have change how it's made from when i first had it years ago. it's a simple doughnut--brioche doughnut filled with French cream topped with powdered sugar . that said, it's still a worthwhile order when you want a doughnut that isn't overly sweet but something satisfyingly creamy pastry. this location seem very understaffed, based on foot traffic in a very busy area. will note that there was slow service at the counter bc staff are doing 8 million things in the store--ended up not getting a coffee, here bc just ordering took too long. they seem to run out of containers and such for things like the pastries (at least they did when i was there) and while not a huge deal, it is an inconvenience. not really blaming the staff--and hopefully they cured these issues since. anyway do not pass on the French Cream donut.

Le Pain Quotidien is one of those reliable NYC spots where you know exactly what you're getting…read morefresh food, cozy vibes, and that rustic-chic atmosphere that makes you want to linger a little longer. I stopped in for an early breakfast before work and ordered the avocado toast with a side of fruit and an oat-milk latte. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The bread as always was the star. You can tell they care about quality ingredients. The space has a calm, European café feel, though at times it can get a bit noisy depending on the crowd. Service was friendly but relaxed don't expect a rushed NYC pace here. Overall, a lovely place to unwind, grab a light meal, or catch up with a friend over coffee. Definitely one of those "simple done well" kind of places.

Love this spot for a hot chocolate, Dutch pancakes, Belgian Waffles, and other treats. It's a…read morespacious store with a calm environment and I've always had a fine experience with the staff, whether dining in or picking up food. Their hot chocolates are not as sweet or flavorful as other options in the neighborhood, but they seem to use high quality ingredients.

Staff is very sweet here but Le Pain hardly has quality sweet treats in my opinion. They are always…read morelacking the "sweet".

John and Darwin gave me the best service !…read more First of all I was shocked to still see a Jamba Juice in existence These two were all smiles and friendly . I will definitely return next time I'm in this mall!!

Love Jamba Juice...big fan...although I wasn't enthralled with their coffee drink...couldn't quite…read moreget through it. So, stick with the fruits and smoothies! Y'a can't go wrong with those!

Sponge / chiffon cakes are my favorite cake texture, so pretty much any cuisine's version of sponge…read morecake is a winner in my books. Thank you, Red Ribbon, for making mamon accessible to the masses. The butter was my favorite, but the caramel had a nice darkness and the ube was purple fluffiness. No photos because I inhaled my mamons in record speed and then had a tummy ache for a while. :/

Quality has severely dropped I used to love the Yema Cake…read morefrom Red Ribbon, but the recipe has clearly changed for the worse. It is nowhere near as rich or decadent as it used to be. The sponge layer is dry, dense, and has a strangely granular, coarse texture instead of the soft, moist, and springy chiffon it's supposed to be. It feels like they switched to a cheap commercial mix. The yema topping also lacks that deep, buttery custard flavor--it just tastes like plain sugar and fillers now. It seems like they cut back on real eggs and fat content to offset costs, but it completely ruined the cake. Disappointing move for a classic favorite.

Can you even go wrong with Playa Bowl? Hackensack location is no exception. Friendly service and…read moregreat options. I ordered the strawberry smoothie and enjoyed it. Playa bowl is a great way to cool down during the hot summer days or to tame your sweet tooth anytime of the year with their Nutella and other additions. If you haven't tried Playa Bowl, this is your sign to try it!

I ordered the new item, the mermaid mood bowl and it was great! It was my first time trying the…read moreblue spirulina base. It also had half pitaya base. It also came with blueberry flax granola, strawberries, pineapples, coconut flakes and Nutella. There was also a cute chocolate seashell on top! The service was great, the workers were kind. I thought the bowl tasted very good. I would order it again!

Delicious pastries, and above all great hospitality and service!…read more You can't help but enjoy the ambiance with the classical Korean cafe music. Came here every day during my five day pre-marathon training for my daily carb intake and it did not disappoint.

Support Asian businesses. This Korean cafe sits unassuming on a busy street of Queens. It is a…read morelittle outdated but honestly it brings back the nostalgia of yore. Circa 2010s. There were many Korean elders sitting and chatting happily with each other. I don't know why but that made me happy to see micro-communities existing in the hustle and bustle. There seemed to be a few peeps there to study. For the most part it's a solid place to work. The cafe food is there to munch while you do your thing. Regular Korean cafe treats and drinks. There's this Korean yogurt(?) thing in a bulb. May they never go out of fashion.