Restaurant Reviews
Il Nido Reviewed: A Nest of Italian Virtues
September 3, 2019
Determined to avoid red-sauce redux, two idealists revel in the regional cooking of modern Italy.
The Maplewood pub, formerly O’Reilly’s, is a welcoming spot to unwind.
The restaurant has been family owned and operated since 2002.
Chef Yang Reviewed: A Highway Oasis of Authenticity
August 22, 2019
The Clifton restaurant on Route 46 boasts nuanced and layered Szechuan dishes, despite room for improvement across menu sections.
This Modest Strip-Mall Eatery Boasts Superb Mexican Food
August 14, 2019
El Pueblo Taqueria in North Cape May is a foolproof spot for fast-casual favorites.
Ross Goldflam’s bistro features a streamlined menu that's chock-full of flavor.
Carmen's Seafood Restaurant is a longtime Fish Alley favorite.
The Herd Juicery boasts an organic, gluten-free and vegan menu.
Head to Nicholas Anthony’s Family Kitchen for fun starters and varied mains.
The revamped Hopewell restaurant remains enjoyable, despite a few missteps and overly precious touches.
Spirit is this Palmyra restaurant's "secret weapon."
The Connecticut-style lobster roll is an especially popular draw.
Captain of His Own Ship: Felina Reviewed
July 2, 2019
Anthony Bucco, long one of the state's leading chefs, adds "co-owner" to his impressive résumé.
Lola's European Cafe in Asbury Park is a rustic gelateria and cafe serving paninis, salad boards, drinks and 24 flavors of creamy, house-made gelato.
The Denville restaurant's all-you-can-eat option is another popular draw.
Founder David Massoni succeeds in his mission to fuse a homey atmosphere with trattoria fare.
At A Toute Heure, a Rising Chef Has Arrived
June 11, 2019
Taking over the kitchen of a beloved Cranford restaurant, A.J. Capella, 29, stays true to its charm while making it his own.
The Asbury Park café boasts dishes that appeal at any time of day (think: cacio e pepe scrambled eggs, rosewater-scented ricotta toast).
Head to Harpoons
on the Bay for local seafood, kid-friendly options and a delightfully casual vibe.
Tsuki Japanese Restaurant serves up creative sushi (try the kobe beef roll!), sashimi and cooked dishes galore.