So, we went to Uproot on Saturday night 5/2/26 for the first time. From the door, everything was on…read morepoint. It just felt like a Saturday night. It is a very nice restaurant; Large, but not overbearing. I could see going here either on date night, or with 2 more couples. Our server Patrick was fantastic from the beginning of the night, straight through to the end. He was friendly, and very efficient. Chef/owner Scott came out from the kitchen to greet us and other patrons, and was gracious to everyone. Onto the food. The Duck Tacos and Mussels were very tasty. I think I might put a call into Chef and have him make me a bottle of that Mussels sauce to take home with me. Then came the crisp Caesar Salad, which kept everything bright. To finish, we had the Black Cod and Duck Confit, both of which were very well balanced and cooked perfectly. Oh, and the Guava-glazed Brussels Sprouts were a perfect side. Next time, I want to try one or two of their desserts. All-in-all, we had a great experience, and the night was a success. Chef, see you soon. I might just bring a large mason jar for some sauce!..

I returned here for my first lunch outing…read more I ordered the steak sandwich that came with a choice of salad or fries. I opted for the Caesar salad. The salad was good, very cheesy and light on the dressing. The sandwich consisted of skirt steak, caramelized onions, gruyere, and chimichurri aioli on a crispy French baguette. This was solid. The medium rare cook on the steak was perfect. The bread was great and a perfect choice for this type of sandwich. I would have liked to seen more chimichurri as there was not enough and the cheese to be melted better. Other than that, it was a satisfying sandwich.

Came here for a birthday lunch with my husband, the ambiance is beautiful especially this time of…read moreyear. My old phone was taking blurry pics from far away so I wasn't able to capture it, but think very cozy, fireplace with candles glowing from within, and little alcoves in the wall for candle clusters. It was perfectly elevated while still being casual and approachable. When we came there was a Mac and cheese special with pulled bbq pork on top. I knew we had to get that because it is right up my husbands alley. It did not disappoint, my husband was tempted to order some to take home! The pasta was super creamy and cheesy, mixed with the roasted pulled smoky bbq pork on top, it was the ultimate comfort food for the cold rainy day we were having. For my meal I got the Grilled Cheese which is more of an elevated "grown up" grilled cheese. It had cheese, thin apple slices, fig jam and bacon. The flavors were great, I only wish there was a little more cheese or a little less jam to balance the sweet and savory a little more, because for me it was a touch too sweet. The sourdough it was made with was delicious and fresh, I also appreciate that they don't seem to soak their grilled cheese in oil like a lot of places do (butter or nothing, please!!) My husband ordered the burger which he really enjoyed but nothing was going to top the pulled pork Mac and cheese for him. They should consider adding it to the regular menu! He originally wanted the duck sandwich but it was unavailable on this day. All in all it was a cozy afternoon together. Our waitress was very friendly and made sure to check on us without ever being too overbearing.

Great happy hour- the burger was delicious with crispy truffle fries. Can choose loaded which comes…read morewith bacon, caramelized onions or plain. Drink specials included some discounted whiskey so enjoyed a couple cocktails which were perfectly crafted! Happy hour is 3-6.

LOVE the vibe here. It's cozy but upscale. The lighting is perfect, and the happy hour even…read morebetter. I'm commenting solely on our happy hour experience. My colleagues got the lobster roll + champagne and I got the "sliders" with a side of truffle fries. They had happy hour prices for drinks as well, so we got a few glasses of wine and cocktails. The happy hour prices are a great deal. Especially the lobster roll + champagne!! Service is very quick. The staff attentive despite the crowd. The sliders were the biggest (pleasant) surprise. They were HUGE. Almost the size a full size burger. One of the owners stopped by and laughed that it was the only size buns they had --- but it's seriously such a great + tasty deal! Honestly would come back for these happy hour sliders alone! Overall we had a great time here. Haven't tried any of their main dishes, but judging from happy hour alone, this place is one to return to.

They change the menu everyday. I came for the red snapper, but they gave me half a filet. The size…read morewas so small that I ended up ordering two entrees. Dunno why it's appetiser sized. I came here before last year and they gave you an entire red snapper. Hit or miss depending on what's on the menu. Better for meat than fish. I didn't like my chicken Milanese which I ordered after my bite sized red snapper meal. Like if I'm ordering food, I at least want 1 filet size, not half a filet!!

Initial impression was not a great one and I have encountered dismissive attitudes in the past at…read morethis restaurant. Visited on a quiet Sunday at 5:00 and because there many reservations available online, we stopped by without one. Parking lot was empty so we were hopeful for a nice dinner. Surprisingly I was quickly dismissed by the hostess once I said our party of three did not have a reservation because they were completely booked. Her option was to wait and sit in the dining room way in the back. This did not sound appealing. It took me some convincing and time for her to finally get approval to accommodate us at a perfect table overlooking the lake in the first dining room. We were the only people in the dining room and when we left, there were just two other filled tables at 7:00. Not sure what rules the hostess was following! Now to the food. Oysters excellent, wedge much better at sister restaurant La GrigLia, meatballs and penne swimming in sauce and sloppy, potato crusted snapper was plain fried fish with limited sauce and pasta with seafood was good. This review could have been just ok but service was good, martinis were perfect and view was great. I am a frequent diner at the owners other restaurant LaGriglia and find their food to be so much better

First, male bartender has to stop talking and dropping the "F" bomb. Just not appropriate…read more The house Pinot Grigio is awful. Available in liquor stores for $8/bottle. Need to step it up. (Ecco Domani, Santa Margierita, Cavit) Brocolli Rabe and Sausage used to be our favorite. Tonight, it was bland. Flavorless. Sausage tasted old and wasn't browned correctly. The Bolognese, which for year was supreme, the best, lacked flavor and tasted reheated. The cost will be met with indifference, if the food is good.

I definitely think Oga's Jamaican Cuisine is truly a hidden gem in the Plainfield area. I saw it…read moreonline but there were no pictures or reviews on Yelp, so at first I was skeptical to try it. My mindset was in the spirit of supporting Black Owned Businesses, I should give it a try and promote it because this pandemic has really affected some many businesses. So I got a my favorite curry chicken roti and beef patties, I missed out on getting the jerk chicken patty because it had just sold out. I was very impressed with how the beef patties looked, they were nice and fluffy with beef filling up the inside. It wasn't too flaky and in my opinion they were just perfect! The curry chicken roti was definitely a winner! Inside a roti, you will find well seasoned curry chicken mixed with potatoes and I just loved the flavor! I'm getting hungry just thinking about it and I wish I could turn back the hands of time and eat it all over again lol. They have very affordable prices and you get good quality food so you won't be disappointed that's for sure. So I'm honored to be the first one to post pictures and do a review because they deserve it! Check them out and enjoy some real Jamaican food!

Great food, terrible, rude & cantankerous attitude from one lady in particular…read more When I can come into your place of business to spend my money, say hello and you role your eyes and not respond at all, as if I called you out of your name & cursed you and the god of your fathers, that's a major freaking problem. I hate that I won't be able patronize this place with really good food any more. Black people! Do better!

Great home style food Perfect for families friends or…read morecouples Service was excellent. Everything is cooked to order Fried chicken was perfect as was the coleslaw and hush puppies Great music super experience

I stopped in for lunch. The fried chicken lunch was great. The employees could not have been more…read morepolite and welcoming. I'll be rooting for them.

We had dinner last night at True Food Kitchen, and it was easily one of the best dining experiences…read morewe've had in a long time. The service was truly outstanding--our server, Shanyce, was attentive, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. She went above and beyond to make our evening special, offering thoughtful recommendations that we followed completely--and every single one was a hit! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, and the atmosphere felt warm, inviting, and relaxed. It's rare to find a restaurant that excels equally in both service and quality, but this one absolutely delivers. We'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience.

Update: I spoke to a manager at this location, who graciously provided a solution to our gift card…read moreissue. I am still disappointed by the lack of response from the corporate office on this matter, but the Edison location was extremely helpful in resolving my issue. Initial review: My wife and I have been going to True Food Kitchen for a while now, and really enjoy their healthy food options, but their recent lack of customer service is very disappointing. We recently purchased a gift card for True Food Kitchen but when we had problems with it, the local restaurant wasn't able to do anything. We reached out to the company they parner with for the gift cards, who told us to reach out to corporate. I left two voicemails with True Food corporate with no response, in addition to leaving email with no response either. I would appreciate it even if they couldn't do anything that they would at least get back to us and let us know that, but nothing. I commend True Food for offering such healthy eating options for people but without good customer service, I can't see it really lasting for long.

After our ophthalmologist visit and hanging out at a Costco nearby and reading the reviews, we…read moredecided to come here. We were immediately seated after arriving. The restaurant is small and comfy, with 4-seat tables lined up against one wall and the opposite wall being taken up by a counter and counter seats. Pictures of food hang on both walls and four brown ceiling fans hang from the ceiling. The restaurant's color scheme is very "latte", as the main colors are white and beige and only one part of the wall is red. Daughter ordered the fried flounder with 2 over easy eggs and grits with wheat bread. She said that the fish was nicely fried and crunchy. It didn't need tartar or cocktail sauce. She said it was her first time eating a breakfast item like this and her taste buds had never felt this sensation before. LOL. Hubs ordered the pinto con chorizo with sunny side up eggs. The server warned him that the sausage was spicy, but he didn't care. When we came here, Hubs didn't expect Hispanic food for brunch and was so surprised and so happy. He found the first item that he can see and translate and was happy he did. The chorizo had a nice spunk to it. He was happy that he got rice and beans instead of home fries and what a delightful change! The chips were also nice and crispy. Lastly, I had waffles with mixed fruit. I LOVED my waffles because it was nice and crunchy. The mixed fruit were bananas, strawberries, grapes and blueberries. They were a nice touch. I was asked if I wanted whipped cream and I said yes. Coffee was freshly brewed and it was nice and strong. It wasn't ordinary diner coffee. Hubs was happy about getting his cup refilled. Service was fast and really friendly. The waiter was always smiling. Parking is street parking. When we were there, it was free parking. Neighborhood was a bit sketchy, though. We were thinking of checking out the flea market across the street but changed our minds. Glad we got to try this place! Maybe one day, we'll be back.

Soooo yummy!!! I love the waffles. This place really hit the spot and everyone there is so kind.read more

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!

Warm atmosphere and service. Good food. Highly recommended! 1st time here visiting from Florida and…read morefelt at home. Continue doing what you're doing!

This was the best southern food I have ever had!! The service was attentive and quick and staff…read morewere very welcoming!! I started the meal with the Uncle Bud pancake and let me just say it was the best pancake I have ever had in my life!!! Then, I tried the grits. They were buttery and delicious. Next, I tried the biscuit. It was INCREDIBLE! Fluffy, buttery, and pure heaven!! Finally, I tried the fried shrimp on top of the grits. I didn't know the food could get any better, but somehow it did. The shrimp was so flavorful and fantastic! I highly recommend this restaurant because of good service, Southern ambiance, and STUPENDOUS food!!!!