Lovely experience. Great service! Dropped off my car for…read morerepair at nearby Berkeley Auto and was grateful for a warm spot to have a hot drink and work on my laptop with free wifi. The service was great from the staff and brought home some empanadas that my family enjoyed. Would come back!

We stopped by Patria Station Café in Berkeley Heights, NJ on a quiet Tuesday afternoon, hoping to…read moreenjoy a relaxed lunch--and it turned out to be a great choice. The owner, Carolina, was warm and charming as was the waitress, Amira, who provided great service. We started with Argentine beef empanadas as a starter. For lunch I ordered the beef milanesa platter with French fries, while my wife had the chicken milanesa sandwich. Both dishes were generous in portion and full of flavor, just the kind of hearty, home-style fare I love from Argentine cafés. We also picked up a sandwich de miga to take home--a crustless ham and cheese sandwich that was simple, delicate, and satisfying. I'd rate both the meal and the sandwich an easy 8 out of 10. The café itself has a welcoming, local feel, and visiting on a weekday kept things peaceful. I learned they offer fresh Argentine pastries on weekends, which sounds like a perfect reason for a return visit soon. Patria Station Café is a great spot for authentic flavors, big portions, and a pleasant, laid-back experience.

Small family owned restaurant in Berkeley Heights with its own parking lot. After checking out Yelp…read morereviews, we stopped by for dinner. Cute interior with Christmas decorations already making things festive. We were greeted and seated near the cozy fireplace. Started with the harvest salad, conveniently split in the kitchen. Delicious. Entrees were pappardelle ragu and their seared tuna. Both were fresh and flavorful. We finished the evening with their house made tiramisu. Yum. Will be back as service was attentive and friendly, food was great and loved the decor!

I haven't visited this restaurant since it was a Mexican restaurant over two 2 1/2 years ago. I…read morecouldn't believe the transformation first of all, the ambience and the decor is wonderful! As soon as we open the door, we were greeted by the host. He was amazing. He made us feel like family like we've been there before great person. The service was outstanding and the food was wonderful. It was amazing. A definite return to type of restaurant. I encourage everyone to try it. You won't be sorry.

The reviews are eye-opening.. I agree with others about the slow service which often seems to…read moreprioritize the loudest patrons. If you're sitting quietly and just want to pay and leave, it can be frustrating. However, I like to support new businesses and this one has a lot of potential. The neighborhood is charming and quaint, it's where the annual Christmas tree ceremony takes place! Just be aware that in winter it can get very cold by the window so dress accordingly. On the plus side, the chicken wrap is delicious and the baby greens with toppings are fresh and tasty.

We went to brunch here last Mother's Day and had a wonderful experience. The food and service were…read moreexcellent, so my husband made 10:00 a.m. reservations again for this Mother's Day. Unfortunately, this visit was a huge disappointment from the moment we arrived. We were the only people there, yet the floor around our table was dirty with old Goldfish crackers and blueberries. We ordered the banana bread appetizer, an egg tortilla bowl, a western omelet, and two kids' waffles. The banana bread appetizer didn't come out until the rest of our food arrived, and everything was ice cold. The breakfast potatoes tasted old, as if they had been made the day before. While it wasn't ideal, we tried to be understanding since it was a holiday and the staff may have been overwhelmed. The highlight of the meal was the fresh-squeezed orange juice that we enjoyed with our BYOB champagne. However, no one checked on our table during the meal, and I eventually had to stop someone just to ask for the check. When reviewing the bill, I realized the kids' waffles seemed more expensive than expected. Sure enough, we had been overcharged for each one. When I politely questioned it, I was told, "That's the price in our register," and the staff gave me a hard time about correcting it. After asking again, they reluctantly handed me cash for the difference. The waitress was rude and dismissive throughout the interaction. Overall, it was such a disappointing experience, especially compared to how much we enjoyed it last year. Sadly, we'll be choosing a different spot for Mother's Day brunch next year.

Met a long-time friend for lunch while visiting New Jersey. Since he lives nearby, he suggested The…read moreTrap Rock Restaurant & Brewery for our lunchtime meeting--and it was an excellent recommendation. From start to finish, the experience was outstanding. Our server was attentive and professional, the food was excellent, and the atmosphere was warm, inviting, and quietly classy--ideal for a relaxed lunch and conversation. I started with the Candy Roaster Squash & Coconut Soup, a vegan dish with a warm, sweet, and hearty flavor profile. It was absolutely perfect on a cold winter day. For my entrée, I ordered the Brewer's Burger with pepper jack cheese, caramelized onions, pickles, lettuce, tomato, rosemary aioli, and a side of frites. The flavors came together beautifully--salty, sweet, and savory notes all working in harmony. Truly a dance in your mouth. One additional detail worth noting: the gender-neutral accessible restroom was spotless and had a very pleasant odor. It was top-notch, just like everything else about this restaurant. I would absolutely return.

Trap Rock Restaurant and Brewery in Berkeley Heights delivered a great lunch. The Crispy RI…read moreCalamari was light and crunchy with a clean tempura batter, bright cherry peppers, and a sriracha lime aioli that pulled everything together. The Nashville Hot Fried Chicken Quesadilla had solid heat, melted pepper jack, pickles for snap, and a ranch drizzle that kept it balanced. The food was strong across the board, and their lineup of in-house brews added a unique twist. We enjoyed the visit and will absolutely come back to explore more of the menu.

I was looking for a well rated Italian restaurant in Union County and Lupa Ristorante came up on…read moremany lists so I decided to check it out with friends. Lupa is located in a section of Berkely Heights that has seen a lot of recent construction, so it is very pretty and clean. You couldn't be blamed if you bypassed the restaurant. It is not very flashy looking and that is part of its charm. Be warned, there are not a lot of parking spaces behind the restaurant so you may wind up parking in the bank parking lot next to it (when the bank is closed of course). The staff at Lupa is super friendly and treats you like a regular even if this is your first time. The host was super nice, the waitress fantastic and the chef even came to our table to talk to us when we were done eating! The interior is very clean and modern looking. It's elegant and perfect for virtually any event including dates, anniversaries and family get togethers. We wound up sitting in the same area as the bar, which mostly has 2-4 seater tables and of course you can sit at the bar as well. The other side of the restaurant is where the larger tables are located. Here's a rundown of what we had: CLAMS ON TOAST Baby clams. crispy ham. thyme When I ordered this, I expected to see slices of toast with crispy ham and baby clams on top. Instead, it is two large pieces of wonderfully toasted bread with crispy ham on top. The actual clams sit in a *delicious* broth. Taken altogether these various components form a delicious bite. Be sure to dip that bread into the broth! SQUID INK SPAGHETTI lobster knuckles and claws. broccoli florets. grape tomatoes. Sherry Cream Sauce This dish has a wonderfully deep and earthy flavor. I've had squid ink pasta before and this was a wonderful example of it. The sauce was perfect and it was cooked beautifully. HANGER STEAK Truffled pomme frites. Chimichurri The steak was beautifully cooked (we had it medium rare) and the chimichurri sauce was great. However, the steak needed a bit more salt (and I'm not usually one to add salt to food). The pomme frites were wonderfully crispy and tasty. BROCCOLI RABE lemon. Kilos Broccoli rabe is a simple side dish but it is one of my favorites. It is also one that can easily be overcooked. These folks cooked it perfectly and it made for a fantastic side dish. My party and I loved our experience at Lupa and we all agreed we would happily return any time!

The best Italian restaurant in Union County. Why did I wait so long to try this place? We tried a…read morelot of food and everything was fresh, well seasoned, and presented very well. I had the Dover sole and it was one of the best Dover soles I've had. Also extra credit for providing a proper fish knife and fork. Octopus had a spicy sauce that was excellent. I appreciated the fact that they don't over season their food like many restaurants do. Inside was modern and nice. I liked the rose on every table. Service was so very friendly without it being overbearing. The chef came out twice to say hello and check on us which I really appreciated. I highly recommend Lupa.

It was our first time here but Mr. G made us feel sooo welcomed! He was so friendly and gave good…read moretips about roasting beans and making coffee. Inside was immaculate! very cozy and very clean. Everything was well arranged and there was parking at the back too. Lovely space really but no chairs that you could linger too long. Just a quick and pleasant chat and enjoy your coffee standing or to-go. Grabbed a bag of beans and made delicious latte at home! hope to be back soon!

This is what your senses dream of when they think Coffee! The moment you walk into this cute…read moreestablishment you can smell the depth and richness of their coffee. The place is tiny but the quality and ambiance is huge. Don't waste another minute, run don't walk to this one! PS: Their croissants are pretty great too!

Went for lunch on a Saturday afternoon and there were plenty of open tables. Our server was…read moreattentive and sweet. I ordered the Southwest Shrimp bowl and it was amazing! Shrimp, rice, lettuce, avocado, corn, black beans, pickled red onion and jalapeno! I'll definitely be back just to have that again! Prior to this, I've only had Delicious Heights catering at events, but I would love to come back to the restaurant!

We've always had a great experience here - no matter whether it's the bar tenders, servers or…read morereception staff they're always friendly. Food comes up piping hot - my favorite dish on the menu is their Fish Tacos (soooo good). Ambience is that of a classic pub. They also have a heated outdoor section which is nice

My boyfriend and I came here on a Friday night. Parking was a little tricky but we ended up finding…read morea good spot. We went to the barbecue section in the back of the restaurant, as soon as you walk into your right, there's an order station that accepts cash and card. You grab a menu and browse through till ur ready then return them in the basket. When you order your food, they give you a buzzer and you can choose to either pick a seat in the enormous backyard area or walk yourself to the bar right across and order a drink, soda, alcohol, water, they have everything. When your buzzer rings you're going to walk over to the bar area and on the side is where they will hand your tray of food. There's a selection of napkins and sauces under the tent. The food was great and the service was well. This is definitely a place to bring a family and children. Weather was beautiful, no bugs.

Indoor or outdoor dining area is cozy, neighborhood eatery, friendly for children, small pets…read more Also in the brew garden area, this section is great for wide selection of beverages. The service is excellent and food is above par.

Super cute cafe! I love that they're dog friendly :)…read more I ordered the lavender honey latte, and my friend ordered the masala chai. A medium drink is around $7 here. The chai was my favorite of the two. It was very fragrant + had strong spices. It was quite sweet, so keep that in mind. At first, neither of us could taste the syrup in the latte, but the staff were very accommodating and added more for us. The space is really inviting. There's plenty of seating and parking. The bathroom was also very clean. I recommend this place as a nice cafe to stop by or wfh.

This is a very cute small town local cafe.! Soo cute and cozy…read more This place seems to be a local favorite and I can see why. The environment is veryyy cozy, with alot to look at! They also sell local made items throughout the cafe. The workers were very busy and seemed to be able to work well under pressure and still be nice! They offer light and healthy breakfast items such as; croissants, overnight oats, fruit cups etc. and they have all great coffee drinks. My cold brew was very smooth, not bitterness. I would come here over and over if I was from the area. RECOMMENDED!!

Enjoyed a lovely dinner at Grain and Cane!…read more Server Phil was a sweetheart! Kind, checked in on me! Compliments to the Chef! Loved the CHICKEN PAILLARD thinly pounded chicken breast, marinated roasted tomatoes, olives, shaved parmesan, arugula, french vinaigrette! The best salad I have recently had! Flavorful! Lots of textures! The vinaigrette was AMAZING! I want it bottled so I can take it home! Chicken thin and moist! Well structured dinner salad! The cannolis were the perfect sweet treat! Outdoor seating area set up! Love the ever changing sign at the bar! See you soon!

I love the convenience that Grain and Cane offers when staying at the Embassy Suites Berkeley…read moreHeights to allow those staying to have a decent meal right downstairs! In fact it was one of the reasons I chose the hotel for a quiet, relaxing night to myself where I could just run downstairs and pick up my order. Unfortunately, I was unable to place an online order for pickup anytime that day even though they closed at 10p and it was 7:30p. I also tried calling several times and no one answered so unfortunately I had to put on deodorant (just got out the shower from doing my curls) and real clothes because I had no clue if they would make me eat inside since the takeaway options seemed to not be available. Luckily I was able to place a takeout order downstairs and wait in my room for a call. I ordered the Grover Double Burger, added a slab of bacon, and substituted the fries for a salad. The to go bag had everything I needed to enjoy the meal in my room such as silverware and a wet wipe. I was pleasantly surprised by the presentation of the colorful, fresh, green salad I was given! Not what I was expecting from a hotel restaurant salad! The vinaigrette was also a nice light pairing for the delicious healthy salad. The burger patties were a nice size and cooked to a perfect medium. They were not playing when they said SLAB of bacon! That beauty was thick and delicious. There was quite a bit of bacon fat which I'm personally not a fan of so I tore it off but I know some people love it. The sauce on the burger could have been a bit more plentiful and had more flavor, although having more could have given it the flavor that was needed. The bun was soft, buttery, but sturdy enough to handle the patties. Overall my hotel meal was very good! It also seemed to be a popular Friday night option since the place was packed and there was even a wait for tables!