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    Bar Cilento

    4.0 (138 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Chicken parm
    Stephanie L.

    Casual restaurant with a full bar and some TVs. There's 3 seating areas, main dining room, bar and high top tables. They are always busy even on weekdays. The food was amazing! I had Gigi's parpadelle and it came with a pesto cream sauce and large shrimp. I also tried their chicken parm which was such a large portion. The fried calamari appetizer was really small though I wish they gave more on the plate. Did not come with bread but you can ask for it.

    Rack of lamb
    Steph S.

    Really great dinner here yesterday. Our waitress was very nice. Food was delicious. The salmon and steak were amazing. The grilled pork chop is HUGE! And super delicious. rack of lamb was great too. Good apps! I recommend the rice balls!

    Hanger Steak with sautéed spinach and yukon gold mashed potatoes

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    Local bar/restaurant that feels like home. Food is delicious and the owners and staff are friendly and welcoming.

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    Love this place! Food is great, service is nice, and it's a local's hangout. Been there 3x and booked a party for next week.

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    Best pasta. Friendly service. Casual, fun atmosphere. The lamb fusili is delicious.

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    Food was terrific . .service ruined what would have been a very pleasant dining experience.

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    Worst dining experience I've had in a long time--if not ever…read more To start, the restaurant was uncomfortably cold. Our waitress was just fine, but it was clear she lacked proper training in basic service and restaurant etiquette. Honestly I don't think she wanted to be there, was wearing sweatpants and could barely hear her when she spoke. The issues with the food began right away. I ordered a fruit cup for my son and was initially told they didn't have fruit--despite it being listed on the menu. After pointing that out, it was brought to the table, but the fruit was clearly spoiled, especially the strawberries. They had tried to cut around the rotten parts, which was honestly disgusting and concerning given this was being served to a 2-year-old. We immediately sent it back. I ordered a burger with sautéed onions, but it came out with just a few small slivers of what turned out to be pickled onions instead. The burger itself looked incredibly lackluster. I ended up sending it back and, at that point, was completely turned off from ordering anything else. I also wasn't asked if I'd like to order a replacement, there was no apology, no accountability, just a blank stare while the plate was taken away. To make matters worse, we were still charged $6 for the fries that came with the burger, which my son had started eating before I sent it back. I hadn't taken a single bite of the actual meal. My husband's "Kobe beef" sliders came with bacon that was completely inedible, so he had to remove it. My mom ordered eggs Benedict with Canadian bacon but received regular (inedible) bacon instead, and my father's meal was served cold. Overall, the quality of the food across the table was just poor. The bathrooms were also in rough condition. The women's toilet seat was loose and coming off the hinges, I nearly fell. The bill came to $146 after tip, which felt like a complete waste given the experience. Afterward, we actually drove across the street so I could grab chicken soup elsewhere because I left hungry. This was our second time giving this place a chance, and unfortunately, it will be our last.

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    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.

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    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!

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