Restaurant Reviews

Hot pancakes on a griddle with butter at Elli's Backyard in Red Bank
The menu ranges from red-velvet pancakes to a burger served under a smoked glass dome.
A platter of barbecue meats with fixings at South Valley BBQ in West Orange
This friendly neighborhood barbecue spot serves brisket, short ribs, smoked sausage and more—plus lots of tasty fixings.
Spaghettoni carbonara at Da Pepo in Montclair
This pocket-size Italian restaurant serves homemade pasta and coveted tiramisu in a uniquely charming atmosphere.
Hash bowl from Hash House in Lamberville
Hash bowls. Hash browns. Hash chips. There's plenty of potato perfection—plus many more creative offerings—at this brunch spot.
Empanadas from Lula's Empanadas
The empanadas at Lula's are cleverly sealed and branded so you know exactly which fillings are inside—from cheese steak to buffalo chicken to curry chickpea.
A combo platter at Manouche & Co. in Bloomfield
From classic savory platters to delectable pastries, the menu at this eatery is bursting with flavor.
Herb-crusted cod at F1rst in Hawthorne
Chef Adam Weiss’s bravura solo debut reinvents bistro favorites with full-throttle flavor and flair.
Gnocchi con burrata, with cherry tomatoes and basil, at Girasole in Atlantic City
Worth the venture outside of AC's restaurant-studded resorts, it lends a sunny Mediterranean approach to classics.
Eggs Benedict with braised short rib from Milkweed Table + Market in Pitman
Brunch items with innovative twists make up the extensive menu at this spot run by two sisters-in-law.
The triple-decker turkey club from Felicia's Kitchen in Little Silver
Felicia herself greets customers, answers the phone and controls the counter transactions.
Chicken tikka pizza at Dhamaal in Montclair
This new restaurant is a feast for the senses.
Pasta with arugula pesto at Finnbar in Frenchtown
This Hunterdon County restaurant has a produce-forward menu that changes daily, as well as a unique charitable component.
Assorted plates and sushi from Miga Sushi in Livingston
Patrons have 90 minutes to nosh on as much sushi as they please—plus soup, salad, spring rolls and more!
Matcha latte from Hatch 44 Cafe in Bradley Beach
Blocks from the beach, it's a great stop before hitting the sand or when taking a break from the midday sun.
A fried chicken sandwich with a pawprint-stamped bun at Copper Dog in Wildwood
And their owners can enjoy an eclectic array of options at this unique Asian-Italian-American fusion restaurant.
Caviar-topped potatoes from Eddie V's
Come for the steak but stay away from the seafood.
The Filet Oscar at Gass & Main in Haddonfield
Chef Dane DeMarco's BYO is known for its hyper-seasonal, transportive dishes.
Scallops with sweet pea purée and charred spring onions at Clemmy's in Waretown
A line forms outside this no-reservations restaurant by 3:30 pm. But you'll be rewarded!
A platter of food at Cuba Libre in Atlantic City
Located inside the Tropicana resort, the restaurant/bar boasts great cocktails, delicious Cuban food and a fun, evocative atmosphere for parties of all sizes.