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I made reservations here for a larger group for my 24th birthday dinner. Despite having to make them on the phone, the process was very simple and there was a very nice table setup waiting for us when we arrived to the restaurant. The decor is very white and minimal with ambient lighting which was nice. Everything feels very intentional and aesthetic. The food itself I felt was good but nothing too exciting. As a non-drinker, I appreciated the number of mocktails offered here, although this is a BYOB restaurant. The French/Korean fusion is interesting and worth checking out for a nice dinner or date night.
Service was great but food was just meh. Definitely overpriced and none of the dishes were memorable. Do not order the cucumber kimchi! $6 for a tiny sauce cup (think, a cup you fill with ketchup) that probably had 6 pieces of soggy cucumbers. I really wanted to like this place but all the dishes we ordered fell short. Did we just order the wrong things?! I included a screenshot of all the dishes we got. I'm not sure why this place has such high reviews. Maybe it was an off day..
I was here on a Wednesday night and although I didn't have a reservation we were seated promptly. From a service perspective this place nailed it. Every server was friendly, personable and welcoming. Its a small place though so I can understand not being seated without a reservation Thursday - Sunday. Parking was a challenge but luckily we found something not too far away on a side street. BYOB is a plus and there's a liquor store directly across the street. Food: Bone Marrow, Octopus, scallops and fried shrimp. Bone Marrow: I'm not a fan of the gelatinous texture, I've always had it rendered a little bit more where its not just a blob of fat sitting on a crostini. We couldn't finish this. Octopus: Tasty however for $28 I thought I'd get more than 2 tentacles. Scallops: Perfectly cooked and the corn hash and sauce was an awesome accompaniment. Star dish! Fried Shrimp: Since I didn't enjoy the bone marrow I ordered fried shrimp to fill me up and it was just ok. The shrimp itself was bland but came with a gochujang aioli which was tasty. I'd like to see the shrimp marinated in maybe gochujang, honey and soy sauce mix prior to frying or maybe season the batter with dill and lemon set, something to impart flavor. Overall: The experience felt short of my expectations from a food perspective. Maybe I ordered the "wrong" dishes maybe if I had the short ribs or pork belly I would have felt different, idk. My two highlights of the night; service and scallops.
Solid food, service, and ambience. Four of us came to dinner and tried a bunch of items. We enjoyed everything but the short rib entrée and rock shrimp appetizer really stood out. The new dessert (chocomisu) was delicious. It's a casual restaurant, but in an upscale sort of way. A BYO. Fried Rock shrimp: was served with 2 aiolis. One was a gochujang, the other wasabi. We all commented that they weren't too spicy and we liked that. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the aïoli's were phenomenal. Definitely order this. Whole table loved it. Short rib: was a real pleasure. It sat on a carrot purée and had little pieces of diced potato in it. The short rib was succulent, tender and wasn't fatty. So amazing. Definitely order this. The whole table loved it. I'll get this again. Chocmisu: not on the menu but will be added. It's their spin on tiramisu. Think mallomar, mascarpone filling and a gold glitter. Sooo good. We loved it. The cheesecake with blueberry: my friend didn't share but at the whole thing and said it was delicious. Espresso with panna: the panna has some spice in it and was scrumptious. Kimchi bulgogi: very, very tasty but not a stand out. Japchae noodles: we opted for vegetarian, but you could get a protein with it. It was very tasty. Our take: we'd come again. Portions are small and prices a bit high for what you get but the food is solid. Service is excellent and inviting. It's an intimate space but might be a touch loud for some. Desserts seemed overpriced and not sized for sharing but still, I'd order dessert. It was good. Be prepared to order an app, entree and dessert per person. We were stuffed but agreed you needed all the courses to feel that way. Parking on street is free after 4 pm. I'd come back.
Amazing place for brunch. Every single dish was spectacular and would absolutely recommend coming here. Came here for a friend's birthday. We didn't know what to expect coming in but we were absolutely floored with how good everything was. Every dish was great but the best dish by far was the octopus. Octopus is easy to mess up but this one was tender, flavorful, and stood above the other dishes. They oysters were solid. The salad and the vegetable fritter were much better and larger than we had expected. The Benedict, which was great in its own right, was the least favorite dish if I had to choose, but I would have been happy getting any of them. The service was also very noteworthy- they were quick, attentive, and very friendly. I would absolutely recommend coming here for a brunch and I will absolutely be back
Bloom in Verona was a wonderful choice to celebrate an early birthday brunch with a group of 6. We had reservations and everything was set up for our arrival. The place is BYOB so we enjoyed mimosas all morning. The staff is amazing. Our waitress was super attentive and even offered to take pics of the groups. The entire group was pleased with the food: Challah bread french toast, Monte Cristo, Eggs Benedict (with salmon / or ham), and Bubble Waffle were some of the dishes ordered. My only complaint would be the lack of sides for some of the entrees. My order was the Classic Egg Benedict and there was no side of home fries or a mixed salad included like you would get at other places. Thankfully everyone else shared some of their dishes, otherwise you would be feeling hungry. The other area that fell short for us were the dessert choices. We left most of it behind. I'm interested in returning for the dinner dishes! Thank you, Bloom for hosting us :)
I came by for Sunday brunch a few years ago with a chum and definitely enjoyed it, so I was pretty pleased when I recently received an invite to a baby brunch at Bloom. Depending on your perspective, Bloom is either intimate or almost bordering on claustrophobic - it's a VERY small dining space. During normal business hours, they can't fit more than maybe five tables in there, and for this private event, they squeezed in one larger, long table to accommodate about 10 to 15 people. It's small. I remember thinking when I came here for brunch that it was reminiscent of an NYC establishment, both in terms of interior decoration and limited space. I really don't know how you'd fix that beyond tearing down the low wall that separates the entrance walkway from the dining area, but it is what it is. The baby brunch was held this past Saturday, and to their credit, you could tell Bloom had experience hosting events like this. There was probably two or three servers who were always nearby though not oppressively so, and one woman managing them who popped in from time to time for any minor troubleshooting. I got the impression that they didn't have a ton of help in the kitchen, which resulted in VERY minor delays with bringing out all of the food at the same time, so that meant that, say, after the first person was served with an entrée, the last person was served with one about five minutes later. Not egregious though. Everyone I interacted with there was very pleasant and professional. Truly befitting a mom-to-be, Bloom boasts a pretty impressive mocktail list (they also had a rose prosecco on hand, but I think that was from the party organizers, not Bloom itself). They actually brought out samples of each mocktail for the guest of honor to try, and by virtue of my seat right next to her, I was able to take a nip of most of them. My favorite by far was the butterfly pea margarita - great presentation and very tasty. Definitely on the sweeter side (one or two other guests were more tepid on it as a result, which meant I got to pretty much take ownership of them). The only one that I wasn't crazy about was the pomegranate Moscow mule, which I thought tasted like a leather suitcase (maybe the combo of ginger beer and something tart? Not sure.) The food is very solid, which I definitely remembered from my prior visit. There's a strong Korean influence throughout, but if you're not crazy about that particular genre there's more than enough options to tap dance around it. We actually got personal samples of all of the brunch apps except for the octopus, which was a nice touch. My personal favorite surprisingly was the kale salad; I think the miso dressing kind of gave it a subtle sushi flavoring vibe, which I was into. A close second was the rock shrimp, which was probably the most mainstream option in many regards, but still excellent. I can always get down with wasabi aioli. For the entrée, I opted for the Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon. It was a LITTLE tough to cut up (the muffin or whatever bread was underneath seemed a bit overcooked, and a sharper knife would have helped considerably) but it was still very tasty and a solid portion and presentation. I'm not sure how I ended up eating dessert as well, but we each also got a thin slice of cheesecake with blueberry compote. The bottom crust was a little thick but otherwise this was a great palate cleanser to wrap up the meal. Definitely a cut above a lot of the restaurants along Bloomfield (which could obviously apply to a few towns). I wouldn't come during as busy time, but the quality isn't debatable.
Simple and modern deco 3/5 Not a busy Sunday brunch with limited service. Both waitress spending time to chat behind the counter 2/5 Food is good but not outstanding Korean street sandwich, French onion soup, kimchi fried rice, macaroni & cheese 3/5 Price 2/5 30% less anywhere in palisades Park 2/5 French Korean is overrated but a name to charge higher price
Ordered: Butterfly Pea Margarita Mocktail (~$15): butterfly pea syrup, lime juice, sparkling water Rock Shrimp (~$18): served with gochujang aioli and wasabi aioli Bone Marrow (~$25): caramelized kimchi, breadcrumbs, toasted baguette Lobster Kimchi Risotto (~$36): creamy arborio rice, kimchi stock, seaweed Aya's take: Korean and French fusion? Yes please! I stopped by for dinner one evening and was greeted with such gorgeous, minimalistic decor. Once seated, we ordered from their small but mighty mocktail list. The Butterfly Pea Margarita Mocktail was not only aesthetically crafted but also unbelievably delicious. It was refreshing, pleasant, and sweet. My only complaint was ~$15 is the typical price of a cocktail (with alcohol), mocktails should be no more than $8, in my opinion. For appetizers we got the Rock Shrimp & Bone Marrow. The shrimp was well-seasoned, along with the batter, and both aiolis were quite good. I like that they gave 2 sauce options. It's not everyday I eat bone marrow, and I was excited to try Bloom's take on it. It's very buttery, creamy, and savory. It had a very smooth and soft texture. The Lobster Kimchi Risotto was surprisingly a bit of a let-down in the sense that it somehow tasted way too cheesy. There was plenty of lobster in the dish which was cooked nicely. Unfortunately, the cheese flavor was overpowering and I couldn't get past it. They charged a ~$5 credit card fee which we weren't aware of beforehand. I think it's surprising considering most people likely pay with a credit card these days. Nonetheless, it was a great dining experience particularly with the mocktail and appetizers!
I have been looking for a great local find, and let me tell you Bloom is it. The restaurant is beautiful and perfect for date, grabbing brunch with friends, or even an event. I had the Butternut Squash Soup which was delicious. It is rich and heavy, and honestly, could be my entire lunch. I ended up taking half of it home. There was a flavor in the soup I couldn't identify, and consistency was thicker than I'm used to, but the taste was pleasant. I also had the Bulgogi with Kimchi Fried Rice which is a nice sized portion and delicious. This is one of their most popular dishes and I can see why. The rice wasn't spicy for me, but the person I was with found it a bit spicy. We also got the Short Rib, which was for me the highlight and the stole the show. This might be one of the best short ribs I have ever had. The meat is tender and falls apart on your fork. The carrot puree is so scrumptious, the person I went with said that despite carrots being their least favorite vegetable they loved this dish. I would love to try this with the Korean Style Flat Noodle next time and will when I go back. We finished the meal with the Tiramisu which was recommended by our waitress. It was excellent. The food here is good quality, the atmosphere exquisite, and the service was imbecile. Our waitress wrapped up our leftovers and brought everything out at the end of our meal in one bag which I appreciated. She readily provided recommendations and checked on us throughout the meal. I did make a reservation, but there were a few available tables on a Tuesday night. I do suggest making a reservation ahead of time to be sure. They also do run out of things, for instance, I was planning to go on Sunday night, but they ran out of the Short Rib. I look forward to checking out their brunch and some other items on the menu. I will say that the food is priced for the size and quality. I highly recommend this find!
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It's always fun trying a new neighborhood spot. I didn't even check the reviews so I went in unbiased. The decor is simple but comfortable. Our server, Vicky (sorry if spelled wrong) greeted us and was wonderful throughout. She explained the menu and made several recommendations because everything sounded good! We ordered the shoshido peppers coated with a light tempura in a honey soy garlic sauce, truffle fries, roasted octopus and the watermelon salad for starters. For mains we had the duck breast and the Bulgogi with kimchi fried rice. Everything was absolutely delicious! Perfect in every way! You can tell they really take pride in their dishes because the presentations were all beautiful. Gordon Ramsey would have approved! I was so full we ended up taking a lot of the food home. But there was still room for tea a cappuccino and a creme brulee that was as delicious as everything else. So yeah, we'll be b read more
5 years ago
A very special thank you to Chef Woo and his team @Bloom for helping my family celebrate my father's birthday. Due to certain circumstances, we haven't been able to see each other for over two months, so being reunited at such a cozy, fun space was exactly what we hoped for. We loved the outdoor seating, sitting in the outdoor bubble. The service was amazing. The staff is so friendly and cheerful. The food is of highest quality. Everything on their menu is unique, using very accessible and approachable ingredients, in a creative way. The presentation is on point and you can just tell how much love and care is put into the food and atmosphere. Starters included: *grilled octopus with salsa verde, black inked quinoa, and cauliflower puree *roasted king oyster mushrooms with leek, garlic, and parmesan cheese with bread crumbs Entrees: *Sauteed scallops over wild mushrooms, mushroom risotto, and kimchee puree *Bouillabaisse with clams, mussels, shrimp, and monk fish with a side of udon *Braised short ribs over a carrot puree and crispy potatoes Side: *Kimchi fried rice These crispy chicken wings were amazing Tha also, a must try our chicken wings! you might as well also just come back and get the rest of the menu. I can't wait to try more dishes next time! read more
3 years ago
5 years ago
If 5 stars weren't the max, I without a doubt would have added more! If you look through my reviews, you will see I RARELY take the time write them. But I am just so blown away by Bloom. Everything is simply incredible. Their overall ambiance so clean, modern, and intimately welcoming. Their service is outstanding. As a small business owner myself, I'm blown away by how attentive, welcoming, and warm everyone on their waiting staff are. Coming from someone in the service industry myself, I cannot stress how their service should be seen as the gold standard to for. It has only been my second time going to this restaurant, but the owner (Sean) & entire waitstaff treated me like a friend. And I their food. I cannot forget that. The Korean & French fusion is absolutely genius and has executed to perfection. There hasn't been an item I haven't been blown away by yet and I cannot wait to try the rest of their menu as I plan on coming back many more times in the near future! Bloom staff, you guys are doing it right! read more
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I must say that when my best friend said that an American, French and Korean place was an option for my belated birthday dinner I was like what in the world?! Luckily this isn't much of a fusion restaurant as opposed to them offering selections from each of those places and honestly knocking each one out of the park with their flavor! Well at least the Korean dishes because that's what we both opted for that evening. And yes, the restaurant is all white so may come off as a little cold but once you walk in, it's a totally different story. We had reservations at 6:30pm and were about 10 minutes late since we had to pick up wine since this is BYOB establishment. Upon arriving, the waiter was super warm and very helpful with his recommendations. Initially, we weren't going to do appetizers since I was still a bit full from lunch but when we say the chicken wings come out, we were both like yeah we need those in our life! And omg these were not any ordinary chicken wings. These were organic, crispy, super tender almost fall off the bone type soy garlic deliciousness! They tasted so incredibly fresh and good that Gracie ended up with an order to take home for her husband! Yes they were that good. For our entrees, after much debate since everything looked so good, we both ended up getting the Bulgogi with Kimchi Fried Rice. All I have to say is Yum Yum Yum! The Korean style marinated thin beef had incredible flavor and I honestly could not stop eating the Kimchi Fried Rice. It had a little kick to it but we definitely asked for more spice on the side. Mixing it all together with the arugula salad and the sunny side up egg, you were taken to food heaven! Every bite was simply amazing. We both cannot wait to go back since they also have a Brunch Menu on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 to 2:30pm :) read more
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We RSVP later in the evening, to this wonderful little BYOB spot. It is beautifully decorated and had such a wonderful ambiance. We shared the crispy wings as an appetizer, as recommended by our server.. wow. It had such an amazing sweet, garlicky flavor! It was perfectly crunchy and moist. Cooked to perfection. For dinner we shared the pork belly and short rib. Short rib was done so well, on a bed of some type of sweet potato purée. The combination of veggie, with the purée was the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The pork belly was on a bed of greens and some type of grain. Maybe cous cous (sp?). It really helped balance the flavors of everything! It all came together so beautifully and was just so perfectly balanced. It was seasoned and prepared just as it should be, with flavors that took me completely off guard. Definitely a must try! read more
5 years ago
Just got home from a birthday dinner here with a few girlfriends and wanted to write my review right away. The ambience, food and service were all top notch. Ambience - The restaurant was warm and inviting. They certainly took every precaution to ensure the safety of their customers during these covid times. Food - We ordered the escargot, octopus, rock shrimp and wings for appetizers. All were phenomenal! I especially loved the escargot and salt and pepper wings. I had the oxtail ossobucco for my main and the meat was so tender and flavorful. I had a bite of my sister's scallops and mushrooms and it was amazing. For dessert, we ordered had the creme brûlée, cheesecake and tiramisu. They were all delicious, but the creme brûlée was my favorite. Service - We were immediately greeted with a friendly hello and I'm sure a smile under the mask. =) Both our servers were great. They knew the menu and gave recommendations as it was our first time there. Our one server knew all the great angles to take our photos too. Lol Toward the end of our meal, a gentleman came over to chat with us a bit, (I'm assuming he was the owner) and he was so nice. I can't wait to come back! read more
6 years ago
I came here on a Saturday night for dinner during covid so did outdoor dining. They have a relatively small outdoor dining area under a tent but it's not bad. We had reservations going there but it was not too packed. FOOD: I would give the food 6 stars! Everything was absolutely delicious. For appetizers we tried the Rock Shrimp & escargot. Pork belly & short rib were our main dishes. Rock shrimp: must try! They were deep fried shrimps (not jumbo sized but not super small) topped with 2 different sauces. Half had gochujang aioli and the other half had wasabi aioli. Both were so unique and amazing. Escargot: served without the shell. They use a special sauce but it had tons of basil flavor. It tasted like we were eating it with pesto topped with Parmesan cheese!! Never had anything like it before. Pork belly: mine was served with asparagus. The pork belly was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Must try!! Short rib: this tasted like it was marinated for a whole day. So much flavor and the meat just fell apart. Dessert: we tried the waffle with chocolate glaze and vanilla ice cream which was great. Portions: the portions are rather small. So we had 2 apps, 2 mains and a dessert between 2 of us and it was just enough food. SERVICE: the service was pretty awful but I'm not sure if that's bc of covid or if that's always how they are. Staff were very nice though. It took 55 mins from the time we ordered to when our appetizers came out. Then our main dishes came out shortly after that. I asked for our check when the waitress brought us our dessert but we somehow managed to finish our dessert and had to wait an additional 15 mins meanwhile asking 2 other people for our check before we finally got it. I purposely asked for it early bc I knew how slow they were and wanted to get out of there but it did nothing. We were there for 2.5 hours for dinner. Alcohol: BYOB. Even though the service was awful I'm gonna assume that's bc of covid. I'm still gonna come back here and would still highly recommend this place for the amazing food! read more
Amazing! We ordered the watermelon salad & spicy pork tacos (very filling!) for our app. For our entree we ordered bulgogi kimchi fried rice and short ribs. We recommend both! The short ribs were super soft and tender. It is definitely Korean styled and you would not find this marination in an American restaurant. The bulgogi kimchi fried rice hit the spot as well. It's like a (healthy) comfort food. They have a nice area, tented for outdoor dining. I would like to come back and try other items on their menu. read more
4 years ago
This is one of the most amazing meals I have ever had. One delicious dish after another. Delectable food. Wonderful service. read more
4 years ago
Korean-French. You will be able to experience the gorgeous blend of two cuisines. From the appetizer to entree, we really enjoyed every single bite. (You should try their mocktail.) Tasty food with beautiful presentations, spectacular service, and a lovely interior. We couldn't ask for more. We will definitely be back to this place and highly recommend it. read more
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The food and service is exceptional at Bloom. This hidden gem is our absolute favorite restaurant in Verona. We love returning time and time again for the ultimate fine dining experience. Thank you Bloom for always going above and beyond! read more
We came to Bloom for Sunday brunch. It was highly recommended to us and didn't disappoint. We ordered the Bulgogi Kimchi Fried Rice (with a fried egg on top) and the Korean Street Toast (with egg and vegetable, and thick cut bacon). The fried rice was the highlight of my day. It was absolutely delicious, with the right amount of spice. The Korean Street Toast was good; it was basically a sandwich with a vegetable omelet and bacon inside the sandwich (served with a delicious side salad). The sandwich was filling. The omelet was light and fluffy. For dessert we had the cheese cake with berry compote. It was one of the better cheesecakes I've had in a while. The cheesecake was the perfect way to end our meal. I will definitely be back for dinner at Bloom! read more
6 years ago
I went here for weekend brunch and it was pretty empty. Very cute and simple decor. We got the corn soup and chicken wings to start. I looved the corn soup. If you like corn soup, definitely go for it. The wings were also crispy and had good flavor. For the main, I got the Bulgogi Cheese Sandwich. It had was nice and juicy and had good bulgogi flavor. The fries were also nice and crispy. My brother got the Korean Street Toast. He really liked it paired with the salad as well. I also got a latte to drink, but it was pretty bad. The milk foam wasn't frothed at all and tasted like a cheap cup of coffee. I'd go for a different drink next time. read more
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6 years ago
Very cute newer restaurant. Love the decor and ambiance. It is intimate and small, but you can make a reservation to guarantee a table. The owner is very friendly and cares about customer satisfaction. As for the food, each and every course we ordered was delicious. I love how the dishes are beautifully plated. I especially enjoyed the butternut squash soup (but it is seasonal only), jap chae noodles and escargot appetizer. Only thing missing was a bottle of wine, which we forgot it was BYOB. Will definitely come back again!!! read more
6 years ago
There's a parking lot behind the actual restaurant, and the outdoor seating area lies beneath a yellow tent. Ordered the grilled octopus, bulgogi with kimchi fried rice, and scallops. The octopus and scallops were very good, and the fried rice was good but not particularly special imo. The highlight for me was the risotto that came with the scallops. Maybe I'm just used to bland risotto but theirs was bonkers. It's definitely not just stock and parmesan. Service was great. Totally worth it. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
This was our second time at Bloom. We got the oysters, rock shrimp, bone marrow, duck, wagyu pasta, and the tiramisu. The service was great as always--the waiter was very helpful with our questions. Also love that it's BYOB. We loved the oysters, bone marrow, and shrimp. The duck flavor was great, but it was a bit undercooked (we ordered medium, but some of the pieces in the middle were definitely more rare). I thought the wagyu pasta was a bit underwhelming, but my boyfriend enjoyed it more than I did. The tiramisu was also just OK. Overall, a great meal experience and very reasonably priced. read more
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3 years ago
Really great service. Portions are decent! Got full from all the appetizers. Recommend to try multiple things and just share! Bone marrow and mussels were my favorite read more
7 years ago
We just finished our second visit to Bloom, and they have truly earned these five stars. This is one of the best meals I've ever had, and we often travel to experience Michelin star restaurants. Owner and Chef Joann has clearly spent so much time designing and creating the perfect cozy, elegant, warm, inviting space to enjoy an incredible meal. The space is intimate, but somehow quiet enough to chat during date night. They have been very purposeful about noise remediation, and it shows. Okay, now the food. The freaking food. We started with the smoked bone marrow with carmelized kimchi. The first time we came, we paired that with knock out steak tartar, and the second time with the escargot. WOW. Don't be intimidated by the marrow. Order it, and it will change your life. Then, we order the pork belly and the short ribs. Every bite was perfect. Delectable, complex, and perfectly executed. AND the shishitos-the crispy crunchy texture and the glaze. I would probably eat these for my last meal. Now, hurry up and book a reservation. This place is hoppin, so make sure you plan ahead. Do it before these incredible folks earn a Michelin star and you can't get a reservation. You will NOT be disappointed!! Kudos to chef Joann and the entire team. read more
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Woosung C.
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This is a real gem of a restaurant in NJ, and the first French Korean restaurant I've ever been to. My husband and I came here for an early dinner date, and had the smoked bone marrow (amazing, topped with kimchi for that touch of Jordan), shishito peppers (real tasty since they were fried), the lamb shank (good but as expected), and the pork belly (my personal favorite of the two entrees). It was a nice gesture when the chef/owner came to our table to greet us, and I can tell she takes great pride in her dishes. We got the tiramisu glass for dessert (at the recommendation of the server), but I wasn't wowed by it. Tasted like the typical tiramisu you can get anywhere. The other dessert options were gelato, sorbetto, marscapone, and other Italian sweets. I wish they had more French or Korean inspired desserts given that this is a French Korean restaurant. The service was attentive and friendly, we had 2-3 different servers wait on us, which was nice but led to some repeated questions (we were asked about the specials and what kind of water we wanted by more than one server). Not a big deal, as they were very genuine and I'd rather get more attention than less. read more
Had a fabulous Korean-French fusion dinner here on a Saturday night. Chef Joann brings the two cuisines together seamlessly. Highlights were: - shishito peppers fried in a tasty tempura batter -think it had some ponzu sauce in it - tons of umami! - salt and pepper fried chicken wings paired with picked radish - the texture was delightful and not greasy and the daikon was the perfect complement - escargot in pesto and Parmesan sauce - rich and flavorful The lamb shank and monkfish with saffron risotto were both excellent but the above dishes were really the stand-outs for me. Ambiance was very classy - light and modern. Definitely would recommend this restaurant to take your loved ones on a special occasion. BYOB which is always a +; you can go all out on the food! Service was very nice. The chef/owner Joann checked in on us a few times, which was a great personal touch! Looking forward to trying the bone marrow, short rib and octopus soon! read more
7 years ago
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4 years ago
This place was very nice and service was great! Most importantly the food was ON POINT!! We started with the shishito peppers and the Waygu beef carpaccio which were both delicious. I would HIGHLY recommend the short rib dish for dinner. I want to go back to this restaurant just to have the short rib dish again! read more
We we're a fan of Chef Woo from a previous restaurant, so when we heard he opened Bloom, we were very excited. We made reservations on a Sunday night at 5. When we arrived, the restaurant had just opened so the tables were empty but they filled up fast. Seems like lots of people make reservations, all the tables seemed reserved for the night with regulars. The interior is beautiful, clean, and modern with somewhat of a open kitchen concept if you sit at the bar. When we arrived, Chef Woo came out to greet us and make recommendations on the most popular dishes. He was so sweet and even asked if we needed anything special for the baby. He started us off with the mushroom soup and chicken wings. The soup was so jam packed with flavor. Actually, I loved all the variety of mushrooms sprinkled in all the dishes we ordered. Our son couldn't get enough of the chicken wings which was also organic. We also had the octopus appetizer. For our entree we ordered the pork belly and scallops. My favorite was the scallops. It was perfectly cooked and all accompaniments were perfect. We also ordered a side dish of the kimchi which was great. Overall, we had an amazing dining experience at Bloom. The staff was very accommodating and even thought to ask to bring all the food at once since we had a baby (lifesaver). Food was great, you can tell everything is prepared with top ingredients. I noticed they have a weekend brunch which I can't wait to try with my girlfriends. read more
5 years ago
I went to Bloom for Mother's Day and had the best experience! From the minute you walk in the restaurant looks fresh, modern, and stylish. I loved the way the kitchen was modeled so that you can see the chefs cooking while you're eating. The food was absolutely amazing as well. Chef Joann came out to introduce herself which was a nice touch and I saw her talking with a lot of the customers. You can really tell she cares about this establishment. The waitstaff was very nice as well and they were very attentive. For appetizers, my family and I had the octopus and escargot. Both were delicious and rich in flavor. The octopus was very tender and perfectly cooked. For entrees, we had the pork belly, salmon, and lamb shank. All cooked just right and paired with very delicious sides. For dessert, we shared the creme brûlée and the parfait. I personally loved the creme brûlée and couldn't stop eating it (lol). I highly recommend this place for a date or a special event or even a business dinner. It so classy and not even super expensive for the quality your are getting. read more
7 years ago
A.M.A.Z.I.N.G! We went to dinner at Bloom on a Friday night and the food was exceptional - flavorful, well balanced, creative and expertly crafted. The staff was friendly and engaging and the decor was modern and clean. The place is small yet comfortable, though a reservation is good to have to ensure you sit quickly. As appetizers we had the octopus and the beef tartare. Frankly we were excited about the octopus when we ordered but the real dark horse was the tartare which is prepared with toasted farro giving an unexpected crunch and sesame oil which gave a nice nuttiness to the dish that was completely unexpected. For our mains we had the short ribs and lamb, both were impossibly tender and exploded with flavor. The highest praise I can give is that we had not even finished dinner and we were already talking about what we would order next time. If you are still not sure about this place, stop with the second thoughts and just call for your reservation already! read more
3 years ago
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648 Bloomfield Ave
Verona, NJ 07044
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Do you have igloo seating still or some form of outdoor seating?
Yes they do! Igloo style. But you should call to make sure they're currently using them.
Does bloom have a liquor license?
Hi, Amy. We do not have a liquor license but, you can bring your own. BYOB… Read more
Are the igloos outside warm enough for this time of year?
We've never used the igloos, but I can't imagine they would let you freeze to death in there. On the other hand, it's just a small room -- no real difference from a nice, warm, partitioned table inside. So I would go for indoor dining, personally.
Is the regular menu served during brunch on the weekend?
there is mostly the regular menu during brunch
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