Great spot in bernardsville, it's a BYOB. Everything we ordered we enjoyed. Our waiter was very…read moreknowledgeable and helpful, We sat outside which was really nice. I would definitely give this place a try,

Ate there on a Friday night. Very busy with the usual dining plus a party in the back. Even with a…read morereservation, front of the house was confused, couldn't seat is immediately with multiple open tables. Almost like too many cooks. And no one smiling, nor upbeat and happy in greeting us. Good was goof to very good. Solid plus, no wow factor. My piece of salmon was not only large but perfectly cooked as requested. Short ribs and a veal Milanese was also ordered and was very good. Veal was tender, short ribs soft as soft could be. We chose to go out for ice cream even though they had some decent options. And given how busy it was, I wasn't even sure who our main server was. No one came over during the meal to ask how we were going. And at the end the server was different than who we started with and it took forever to flag someone down for the check. Food was a 4, but everything else we encountered brought the overall experience to a 3. I'm new to the area so if and when I'd be happy to go back and hopefully have another good meal with better service - more attention!

This was a cool spot with tons of seating. I sat in the permanent outdoor tent where there was a…read moregreat ambiance. I did not get a look at the inside. There were tons of intriguing options on the menu, and it took me longer than usual to decide. The service was friendly and appreciated. For appetizers, the oysters ($1 each), and the salmon ceviche special ($21) was ordered. The oysters are typically $3, but on Wednesday and Thursday, they are $1. They were from the East coast and small. The cocktail sauce was pleasant with just enough heat. The ceviche had serrano chili, pineapple relish, and a micro salad. This was tasty. I really liked how the salmon was cut. There was a good amount present, but some parts were a little tough. I liked the combination of the spicy serrano chili with the sweet pineapple relish, but I surprisingly wanted a little more of the pineapple. For an entrée, I had the blackened pork chop ($38). It came with a roasted butternut squash puree, sauteed asparagus, and a pineapple chutney. This was great. The meat was cooked to a perfect medium temperature with the right amount of seasoning. The puree was a nice touch and the pineapple chutney paired nicely with the pork. The asparagus was nice in the puree and cooked ideal too. I also tried the sesame-crusted ahi tuna that came with a Jasmine rice cake, baby bok choy, and a ginger Thai coconut sauce. The tuna was cooked to perfect rare, and the sauce was essentially a curry which was flavorful. The bok choy was hardly seasoned though. Regardless, it was still solid. Will I go back? I would.

Food: Average Service: sub-average…read morePrice: high for what it is Advice: Don't sit outside in the tent. There are 30 tables and there were 6 (six) table devices available to help keep flys away. So if you were the 7th table, you spend your dinner swatting at flys.

After spending most of the day yesterday at our relatives' home in this beautiful town--enjoying…read moregreat food, drinks, and wonderful company--we headed home. Originally, we planned to stop at a coffee shop to relax and wait for the traffic to ease. However, when we drove past this restaurant, we decided to check it out instead. The gentleman who seated us was super friendly. Our server, Theressa J., was equally warm, and professional. We weren't hungry at all. My husband ordered the Crispy Fritto Misto as an appetizer. I couldn't resist ordering the three-course meal, which included tuna and salmon poke to start, followed by lobster tail gnocchi and bread pudding for dessert. Since I wasn't hungry, I ended up taking most of my entrée and my dessert home. Everything was absolutely delicious, and we're so glad we decided to give this restaurant a try. By the time we finished dinner and got back on the road, the traffic had eased considerably. Needless to say, we went home happy!

*****After returning again recently to dine in, ordered their Cheeseburger Special on a quiet…read moreweekday late afternoon around 4 PM. Ask our server to cook the burger Medium Rare and to our disappointment, it was cooked Medium Well again. The French fries were also a huge disappointment because in our opinion, fresh fries were mixed in with leftover fries from an earlier service. The one shining star was the red blend wine which was above par and outstanding. Another huge disappointment and poor dining experience. I left a few messages for The DB Restaurant Group for a comment but nothing this far. David Burke, My wife and I had the pleasure of visiting The Red Horse and Saturday the 4th after our township Lebanon Parade. Similar to last year we also took advantage of your Cheeseburger Holiday special ($17.76 and $20.26) both nice values. Last year the cheeseburgers were cooked perfect to our liking, Medium Rare (posted on Yelp 5 stars). This year very disappointed, we asked for Medium Rare and instead it was served Medium Well/Well and the fries were not fresh. The waitress gave us a future free app coupon and that was also disappointing. On a positive note the room ambiance/decor is spectacular! Oh well, as a former Aramark Manager for over 16 years, I NEVER send food back to the kitchen. In ending you are a Food Maverick so God Bless You and continued success!

Wanted to have brunch with a friend , made a reservation for this place , and this is how it went :…read more Upon arriving the hostess was very friendly and was able to sit me even tho my friend had not yet arrived . The place is amazing , so OLD and historic I could have walked around all day just appreciating the decor and the history behind such beautiful place . We had waffles and French toast and I enjoyed their mimosa flight , that was absolutely amazing . Our server Nathan was ok , he could use some training when it comes to customer service and being welcoming . We were also met by Tony and he was awesome , hung by the table with us talking about the weather , the food and Texas . I would recommend then if you want a historic experience. The server on the other hand --- Nah

We stopped in for lunch on a Saturday, three buddies and I on motorcycles. I had never been before,…read moreand had no idea what to expect. It was interesting - we arrived at opening, and were the only patrons... except for about 50 beautifully dressed women! Apparently there were two large parties, one a wedding shower and the other a bachelorette party. And us. The ambiance is great. The place exudes a sort of sophisticated charm, the kind of feel you only get in old, established places with great food and great reputations. Our waitress was impeccable, well informed, and right on point. I ordered red lentil soup to start, and a turkey burger. The soup was delicious and warmed the bones of this chilled motorcyclist, and the turkey burger was juicy and tasty. Service was excellent. Food was excellent. I shall return!

Dinner at 3 West was a total disappointment from the service to the food. The waitress couldn't…read morehave been nicer but she was so busy she couldn't really give us any attention. She actually felt so bad by the level of service she was providing that she comped our dessert. The food took a long time to arrive. Our plates weren't cleared between courses. Our water glasses were never refilled. No one ever asked if our food was O.K. The first wine we chose was "unavailable."We were never given a dessert menu- we had to ask for one. We had to endure this ordeal for two hours- it took close to 20 minutes just to get the check. All this could be overlooked if the food was good but it was not. Cauliflower appetizer was undercooked and overly spiced. Chicken parm meatballs were dry. Halibut smelled very fishy which is usually not a good sign - which proved to be true. Short ribs were fatty, chewy and one dimensional and sat on a bed of vegetables that consisted of potatoes, corn, tomatoes and other unidentifiable vegetables all in an unappetizing color brown. (Those were left untouched). Some gravy or wine reduction might have helped but it was all served dry. The best dish was a side of mashed potatoes which were buttery, creamy and well-seasoned- they would have made a great bed for the short ribs to sit on instead of those sad vegetables. The Funfetti donut sundae was good. The most positive comment I can make is that they didn't rush us out! To pay as much as we did for food and service that was mediocre at best was disappointing- we will not be going back.

Great spot for a date night, business dinner or a solo dinner at the bar. I was in town for work…read moreand popped in for a quick dinner. the bar is beautiful but the beer and bourbon selection is pretty average, however you'll find something decent enough to drink. I ended up getting a grain bowl with grilled chicken. It was quality and filling with a reasonable amount of flavor. The service at the bar was meh. The bartenders were a bit slow and didn't seem enthused to be there. Took them forever to refill water and didn't check on me during dinner, i would have loved another beer and some hot sauce or pepper. Overall, it's a fine choice barely 4 stars.

The Sweet Potato Mash is made with vinegar. Probably the most disgusting thing Thats ever touched…read moremy tongue. Everything else was very good though.

Attended a birthday party at The Smokehouse, the beer garden located behind the Stirling Hotel. The…read moreoutdoor space is huge, with a large parking lot, lawn games, areas for children to play, and a spacious tent filled with tables. There is also a small bar where you can order drinks and bring them back to your seat. Our group had a private tent area reserved, and the event was well organized. Buffet-style food had been arranged before our arrival, and we were able to bring in decorations, a birthday cake, and other party favors without any issues. The outdoor bar stops serving around 9:00 p.m., but we were able to move to a covered area near to the hotel restaurant and bar, which was equipped with heat lamps and provided a comfortable place to continue the evening. Service throughout the event was quick and friendly. I would definitely recommend The Smokehouse for group gatherings, birthday parties, or a casual day out. There is plenty of space, the prices are reasonable, and the staff does a great job accommodating larger groups. Also, it's conveniently located not far from the train station.

Just great service, food and drink. Sunny out but sat at the…read morehigh top Bartender ? Awesome and engaging

The tavern was everything they said it was, good onion rings and massive burgers. The WuJu Burger…read moreand goat cheese fritters were very good. We really enjoyed the dumplings...yum. We all enjoyed the food and the ambience.. My wife loved wedge...portions were generous and delicious. The service was great and our server was friendly and welcoming. It will definitely be a destination next time.

Made it back! Excellent! We had a separate table near the chef table (open kitchen) and a wonderful…read moreserver. Food was very good, menu changes often so if you want to try something - do it! We tried, ricotta gnudi (pasta), burrata, burger (from bar menu), saffron risotto and butterscotch pretzel sundae. Would absolutely recommend everything - note the saffron with risotto wasn't my husbands favorite but if you like saffron, you'll love it. Dessert here is a MUST. Get the sundae! Valet parking is not free, don't love that but I knew ahead of time that they started to up the price so I wasn't caught off guard. Worth a special occasion!

Ninety Acres is one of those restaurants that you go to impress business clients or someone who is…read moreeasily impressed by expensive menus. Before even getting into the restaurant, you pay $20 for valet (or self-park for free). Once inside, the ambiance is pretentiously fancy. The food is generally good, nothing spectacular, and priced to match the pretentious ambiance. Most of the dishes contained a puréed food of some kind to be pretentiously fancy. Why so many purées? What's wrong with whole vegetables? Your customers are not babies. Dishes that I would probably order again if I return: * Bluefin tuna crudo with avocado purée * Coffee-rubbed Berkshire pork chop with sweet potato purée * Duck with Brussel sprouts, mushrooms, and cauliflower purée * Roasted carrots with sumac Dishes that were fine but not memorable (1 star off): * Brioche rolls with carrot butter: could not taste any carrot flavor in carrot butter; a good plain butter would have sufficed; it also came with a side of smoked salmon roe which I thought was pretentious and unnecessary * New England scallops with carrot and coriander purée, spring pea and mint pesto, and mushroom crumble: the mushroom crumble was good, but the scallops were over-salted * Pan-seared salmon, sunchoke, spring herb purée, salsify, corn, and pommes purée: TWO purées...yay... * Cavatelli with lamb ragu: ragu is basically a tomato purée * Roasted Brussels sprouts and butternut squash For dessert, our waiter recommended the butterscotch pretzel sundae, which has been on their menu for years. The blondie bites, salted caramel, hot fudge, and salted caramel ice cream did sound good. Too bad they forgot to bring it out for us (1 star off), so we never tried it.

Always wanted to visit the Pluckemin Inn and finally made it there on a rainy day. We sat in the…read morebar area which gets packed, so reservations are best. Great drinks! Awesome farm fresh food options! Good service! Beautiful interior and exterior! Definitely worth the visit!

The hostess was great. Our waiter wasn't very good. I asked other wait staff for items and they…read morewere super helpful. We brought our 16 month old and they took great care of him. All the apps were good. The pasta was excellent. The house bread was meh. The cod was delicious. We got a set menu for $98 a person. The food was very good but not worth the price. I want to come back and try à la carte items. The drinks are strong.

Water & Wine Ristorante is truly one of those places that gets everything right. The food is…read moreabsolutely amazing, but what really keeps me coming back is the exceptional service. Both bartenders are always so welcoming, attentive, and accommodating, especially with the little alterations I sometimes make to my orders. They never make you feel like you're asking for too much. They both have fantastic personalities and genuinely know how to make their customers feel special and appreciated. The rest of the staff is just as wonderful. The food servers are always so sweet and attentive, whether they're bringing out the fresh bread with that incredible compound butter or serving the meal itself. Every interaction feels warm and welcoming. Amazing food, outstanding service, and a staff that truly understands hospitality. Water & Wine consistently makes you feel like a valued guest, and that's what makes it such a special restaurant. I can't recommend it enough!

this review is based on the Poor Attitudes of the two bartenders that were working at the bar for…read morehappy hour on Friday last night. when we first sat down, the two bartenders, a male and a female were talking to the hostess pretty much ignoring us we had to say, excuse me can we order a drink? They never even offered us a water with our drinks. We proceeded to order two drinks and happy hour meatballs right off the happy hour menu pointed to the meatballs and she proceeded to charge us the full dinner price instead of the happy hour price so be sure to check your bill as well... especially when you do go for happy hour. I could understand if the bar was jampacked. We were the only two people sitting at the bar... As for the food at dinner, everything was decent. I had the salmon the waitress at the table was lovely.