Went today for an early Sunday lunch; lobster rolls were excellent (I believe only offered on…read moreSundays), potato and chorizo dish also very good. BYOB, but they are also affiliated with a local liquor store if you forget to bring something that will bring you a bottle after ordering it online (however a very limited selection of wines) Service was attentive, friendly and personable. I'll definitely be back.

Perla is a small corner venue on a Main Street in Maplewood. The parking situation is crappy, but…read moreit is free when you find it. They are BYOB with high top seating, "bar area" seating, & some regular tables in the back. Service was friendly & knowledgeable. A great experience all around. We had the Oysters Kilpatrick (a current special), Oysters on the 1/2 shell which we upgraded to one of the seasonal specials, the Broiled, & Shrimp Cocktail. Grades: Oysters Kilpatrick: A+ Oysters on the 1/2 shell (Brined & Shine): A Broiled: A+ Shrimp Cocktail: A

The food was good, but it took an hour for me to get my order. The wait was not worth it!read more

I really wanted to love this place because my first experience was amazing. My first order was the…read morefried catfish dinner with mac and cheese and yams. The catfish was fried to perfection, the mac and cheese was delicious, and the yams had just the right amount of sweetness. The second time, I ordered the same meal and added a side of fried shrimp. The shrimp was delicious, but it was obvious there was a different cook in the kitchen. The mac and cheese and yams were just mid, and the rice that came with the catfish had way to much garlic. Tonight (6/22), I decided to give them one more try. Unfortunately, it was my worst experience yet. I ordered the same meal, and the mac and cheese had chunks of chicken or some other meat mixed in it....totally unexpected YUCK. The yams were not good, the rice was mediocre, and the catfish was just okay. The biggest issue is consistency. The catfish seems to follow the same recipe every time, but the sides are all over the place from visit to visit. Management really needs standardized recipes so the food tastes the same no matter who's cooking. Consistency is what keeps customers coming back. Based on my last two experiences, I won't be eating here again. The first visit showed me how good the food can be, but unfortunately the quality hasn't been consistent enough to earn my business

this place has a been staple forever they never disappoint if your in the area it's a mustread more

Don't waste your time or your money dried out crab piss taste like they were frozen then unfrozen…read morethen steamed then fried because they were so dry. It was gross really truly a waste of my money. I'm highly disappointed.

My cousin ordered a fried turkey for our family thanksgiving dinner. WHAT A DISAPPOINTMENT!!! NEVER…read moreAGAIN!! The TURKEY was fried in OLD OIL and it was BURNED. She paid $75.00 for a badly burned turkey. WHAT A WASTED.... We will never give them anymore business!

Just Fish? Needs a name change. They do so much more than "just" fish. They should call it "Fish 'N…read moreE'ything". [insert "Black Pride fist Emoji" here] Just Fish is a really wonderful SOUL food spot. They are SOULED out, without having SOLD OUT. They really connect with the community of Newark, and neighboring inner-city communities. First off? EVERY SINGLE TIME I go in, the owner is in there and working. I've been visiting this joint since 2009, when I was a bartender at Mangos Lounge around the corner. I would always go in for a pre-work meal, but one that wouldn't make me feel entirely lethargic when serving drinks to people. Anywho... The owner is ALWAYS at the front greeting people, taking orders, preparing beverages, collecting monies, etc. Many restaurant owners posture as being customer-oriented by simply peeking their heads out to say "hi" to customers and be a mystical figure. This gentleman (forgive me for not remembering his name) is always there to ensure that every customer is properly taken care of! Now, on to the food.... This is as close as you'll come to Big Mama's food down home somewhere in North Carolina, Atlanta, Mississippi, etc... They make REAL DEAL soul food that is well-seasoned, well-cooked, & high quality! My goodness, the portions are huge also. Lawd, have mercy. I'm always a stickler for quantity-quality-pricing ratios. Just Fish Cafe gives great combination deals & bargains, where you get a GRIP of food, for a wonderful price. I always get the Big Mega Meal Classic. Dope selection of either fried fish or wings, with an assortment of sides. Great greens (I LOVE greens, and I'm very picky about them), awesome mac and cheese, MAGNIFICENT cornbread, and dope yams! I mean, there's so much more, but I haven't been on to the whole menu because the Big Mega is my go-to. So delish, bruh! You can get your food with some awesome lemonade, Southern sweet tea, or mix them up for a wonderful concoction called (BTW "suburban" folk, this has already existed for years so don't try to act like you discovered it like you do ALL of our creations and inventions) an "Uptown"... Just Fish Cafe gets my endorsement every time. I'm always PROUD to point to Black-owned businesses, and I will always point to Just Fish as a testament to what we can do when we provide quality, quantity, AND great pricing.

Ordered through Uber Eats got a small drunken grandma pie with grilled chicken. The pie had great…read moreflavor the sauce was nice in creamy, could have used a tad more sauce. The grilled chicken had great flavor as well. The only reason I took off one star is because the bottom of the pie was burnt. I will be giving them another chance. I would order an extra side of sauce especially if you're a vodka sauce fan.

La Famiglia served me up a hearty, saucy and meaty lasagna. It was one of the best restaurant-made…read morelasagnas I've had in a while! Of course I had to add a side of wings .. got the hot honey wings and requested them well done and they arrived as such. The wings were crispy, flavorful AND juicy! The entire meal was a hit!! Customer service via phone is also friendly. I called to ask a question about my order and the young lady was very friendly and informative. I can't wait to try their chicken marsala and chicken piccata! :-)

Their food was fresh and good quality. Great service. We liked everything we ordered. We will…read moredefinitely go back.

We ordered delivery and it arrived quickly and hot. The chicken Tom Yum soup was delicious and the…read morebeef pad Thai noodles were savory. Will definitely order again.

Always pleased with whatever we buy here, from clams on the half shell to striped bass! The staff…read moreis helpful and can accommodate preorders if needed for holidays/parties.

We went to Freeman's yesterday for the first time after getting our car serviced on Rt 10 in…read moreWhippany. Had a delicious lunch at Coda Kitchen and bought a dozen clams and a 1lb piece of swordfish from Freeman's later. Had the clams on the half last night and split the swordfish in two, freezing one and blackening the other tonight. All delicious. We appreciate the thickness of the cut as thinner swordfish fillets dry out quickly. Yes if in the area definitely recommended.

Love this place They have CRABS…read more HEAD ON SHRIMP SEAFOOD About to get me some live large female crabs and head on shrimps yum yum

We ordered half a bushel of LARGE male crabs on Saturday, and unfortunately, what we received was…read morenowhere close to what we expected. The box contained a mixture of sizes, with several crabs being noticeably smaller than what we ordered and paid for. I completely understand that crabs can vary somewhat in size, but there is a difference between a few variations and ordering large male crabs and receiving a box with so many smaller crabs. If I wanted mixed-size crabs, that's what I would have ordered. I actually called to address the issue, and I was told to bring the crabs back. The problem is that this was purchased for our last girls' night of the summer. My best friend, my cousin, and I split the half bushel between us, and we do not live in the same city, so bringing the entire order back was simply not realistic. I wasn't expecting special treatment--I just expected to receive what I paid for. Once we realized the size of the crabs, it was extremely disappointing, especially because this was supposed to be a fun evening together. The picture speaks for itself. We paid for large male crabs, and I don't feel like that is what we received. I'm leaving this review because customers should be able to trust that when they pay for a specific size, that is what they're going to receive. Please check your order carefully before leaving, especially when ordering by size. Unfortunately, after this experience, I would not order from here again.

First time at this location and it is amazing. The food is affordable. The service is top-notch and…read morethe ambience is very welcoming as a comfortable place to sit and watch the games or enjoy very affordable quality food. Can't wait to be back.

Drinks are always strong, food is always good. The DJ is always rocking good songs, including…read morejersey club. Nice community feel.

Ok. I have to say that I was in town with my wife and I work of the Fire Department and I said I…read morewas going to Mpw ave to eat and one of the FF's said you should go to Osteria LK and I was like ok. Well let me tell you thank God I did 1st let's start with the employees. All very nice. 2nd the Food came out. OMG I have to say it was absolutely amazing. The food was on point and then the owner came out to see how we were and how was the service. I have to say awesome job. keep up the good work and I will be back with my family .

Elegant and cozy Italian restaurant in the heart of Maplewood, boasting homemade pastas, pizzas and…read moretraditional Italian entrees. Service is warm and accommodating. Quality of food is top notch. Ordered a pasta dish with roasted eggplant, garlic and basil in a tomato based sauce. It was savory, and eggplant was very tender. I also tried some of the chicken parmigiana (crispy with perfectly cooked pounded chicken cutlet) and margherita pizza (thin crust and melt in your mouth cheese). Wonderful dining experience!