In 1983, I arrived in New Jersey to begin my professional football journey with the New York…read moreGiants. As a young kid from Louisiana, one of the first things I missed was the culture, flavor, and sweet treats that reminded me of home in New Orleans. Back then, my teammates used to tease me relentlessly about being the "fat rookie from Louisiana" because I was always chasing pralines, cookies, pastries, and every sugary delight imaginable. Not long after arriving, I stumbled upon a hidden gem that instantly made me feel at home -- Lyndhurst Pastry Shop. This led me to "SACKING" tons of NFC QB's over the years. From day one, Paulette, Jerry, her father, and the entire staff have treated me like family. Decades later, they are still absolutely knocking it out of the park. Whether it's their incredible Italian ice, authentic cannoli, specialty cookies, or my personal weakness -- their unbelievable apple rings -- this place never disappoints. Truth be told, I can't stop there without bringing one home for my wife. Some places serve food. Others serve memories, tradition, and comfort. Lyndhurst Pastry Shop has done that for me for over 40 years. A true North Jersey institution. Five stars isn't enough -- if I could give them 10 stars, I absolutely would. Leonard A. Marshall 2 X Super Bowl Champion Giants Ring of Honor 2022

The Lyndhurst Pastry Shop located on Ridge Road is an iconic must visit during the holiday season…read more There quality pastry, cookie, pie, bread, and cakes are without peer and their staff is always professional and top rate. I ordered the Christmas Honey balls ($19.95) and the Fudge Layer Cake ($29.50) and while I disagree with the credit card fee being passed to the consumer, the quality of the product exceeds that cost. Inside the venue is a true classic bakery atmosphere and while there is usually a line, the service is brisk and moves fairly quickly. If you want to impress your holiday season guests, family or friends, the LPS is the right venue for traditional Italian baked goods and desserts! As i return to NJ for the holidays, I will make at least three or four stops at LPS. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

I went to Ice Cream Charlie's after having pizza nearby. I went with my friends even though we were…read moreall so full from having a heavy dinner. The ice cream was so so good! I ordered the coconut almond kid size cup since I was already full from my dinner. I can't wait to come back here to try more of their ice cream. I love ice cream, I am huge fan of ice cream especially in the warmer months. The service was amazing, we did step into the business pretty close to closing time and the staff allowed us to sit down and have our ice cream while they cleaned up and were getting ready to close the business for the day. The ambiance is chill. There were also other customers buying ice cream at the same time as us. This ice cream shop has a homey and family oriented vibe. 10/10 Ice Cream Shop recommendation

The chocolate soft serve ice cream was smooth, rich and creamy. It was very fulfilling, even for a…read morekiddie size. You may have your ice cream in a cup, sugar cone, or wafer cone. Be sure to have cash on hand because they do not accept credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay or any other electronic form of payment.

Can't believe I haven't yet reviewed Trina's Treats! This place is a gem! The family loves coming…read morehere and we always get their yummy shakes. Things to know: -Street parking only -Not a lot of tables to sit at -Great choices of ice cream and they let you taste -They make homemade goodies like chocolate pretzels, hot cocoa bombs, covered chocolate gummy bears and more Each time I visit the service is so friendly! And I always get their brownie nutella gourmet shake it's so delicious and worth all the calories lol. Come visit here it's worth the trip!

I've never written a negative review before, but this experience was beyond unacceptable…read more I placed a custom cake order that we discussed, confirmed, and had in writing. I started calling at 9am to finalize the invoice and never heard back until 2pm. When I finally reached someone, I was spoken to with open hostility and told, "What was I supposed to do, make the cake in an hour?"--despite the fact that everything had been confirmed days prior. The owners mother and counter girl spoke to me in a way I've never experienced from any business or anyone for that matter . Shockingly rude, dismissive, and completely unprofessional. I have written proof and photos showing they do take custom cake orders, despite later claiming they don't. There was no misunderstanding, no mix-up--just unacceptable behavior. I strongly recommend staying away from this establishment. No customer deserves to be treated this way.

Best gelato I've had in a while! From the moment you walk up, the display case is absolutely…read morestunning. Rows and rows of vibrant, beautifully swirled gelato in every flavor imaginable Ordered the dubai chocolate flavor and also the tiramisu and cookies and cream. All of them were bomb. The gelato is incredibly smooth, creamy, and packed with real flavor. None of that icy or artificial taste you sometimes get with the supermarket brands. Staff lets you have free samples to taste so you can know which one to order. I love that you can watch them scoop it with care. It really feels like a little work of art in a cup or cone. They also have a great selection of gelato bars and popsicles if you're in the mood for something handheld. The staff is always friendly and patient, especially when you're standing there overwhelmed by all the delicious options. There is also a see through glass where you can see how the gelato is prepared in the back. Whether you're shopping, hitting the water park, or just need a sweet pick-me-up, Lucciano's delivers every time. Fresh, high-quality ingredients and generous portions. If you're in the mall and have a sweet tooth, do yourself a favor and stop here. You won't be disappointed!

This gelato was smooth and creamy perfection. American Dream has so many sweet options, but don't…read moreoverlook Lucciano's. They had so many flavors, but pistachio is always my go-to. This did not disappoint. Prices are high, but even a small was a very large portion. They also have an espresso machine, and my iced Americano was strong and refreshing. In addition to gelato they also have a really fun and cute selection of ice pops. Next time I'm back with my kids they would probably get a kick out of that minions pop. Will be back when at AD for sure.

It was a quiet Monday, which means they had all the attention for us. We had 4 rolled ice creams…read moreand 2 boba drinks. Because of the process, the rolled ice cream takes a while, so not everyone in a party may end up enjoying their treats at the same time. These days, sweets can get very pricey, so this is definitely a treat yourself experience. The boba here was very soft and chewy - the best I've had in a while. I don't think they have a good AC system because it was quite stuffy, and we hadn't even hit true summer heat yet!

So excited to finally have a real bubble tea place in town with a large drink menu!…read more Drinks are delicious and reasonably priced. Pay in cash if you don't want the CC fee. Clean and friendly workers, always so nice. Can't wait to walk here in the summer months and try more of their drinks.

Great coffee shop and dessert. Nice staff . Street parking. Always a warm welcome on arrival!read more

Very calm music . Laid back and clean! For me this is just a nice smelling good comfortable placeread more

I've said this before and I will say it again, TAKE THEIR CAKE DECORATING CLASSES! Or actually,…read moredon't because they fill up fast. I've now taken 4 classes this year. Do I have anything to do with them after the class? Nope, but I love taking the classes that to the most recent one, I brought 3 friends and was yelled at by another for them not being invited, whoops. I usually end up donating the cake to a local firehouse. The class is such a fun time and Christina is awesome at facilitating. She lets you have full creative freedom when decorating. And the cakes are always delicious. This most recent one was a strawberry lemonade flavor and another was Neapolitan which I got compliments on both, even though I've only done the decorating. I'm excited to see what they have next!

I ordered a pull a part cupcake cake, number 9, Fortnite themed for my son's birthday. The entire…read moreexperience was so easy from start to finish. From the convenient user-friendly website ordering system, payment system, and seamless correspondence with Polkadot Cake Shop, I knew I was working with a true pro. I sent a picture of what I envisioned and got exactly that and even better. I've never had any service where I have provided a picture and gotten the EXACT results! Just blown away. The ingredients of the cupcakes were top notch as well, tasted so good, my guests were commenting how it was the best cupcake frosting they have ever tasted. And the 'icing on the cake' was that we received a premium custom-made cake at a reasonable price! I will definitely be using Polkadot Cake Shop for future events, thanks for making my son's birthday a memorable one!

Came here on a Sunday night, one of the few ice cream spots open late…read more I ended up getting the Matcha Green Tea ($8.75) which comes with strawberry in the match ice cream and topped off with mochi and pocky sticks. Ice cream roll is made to order and always amazes me how they are made, the liquid turns into ice cream. Oddly satisfying, when the they roll the ice cream into a rolled up newspaper shape. The ice cream roll was really solid, it's a good amount of ice cream, bigger than it seems. I did come right before they closed (10pm), they didn't seem annoyed. I would recommend this place if you're in the mood for ice cream especially late at night. * Street parking * Open late

Have been here on several occasions. I absolutely love Roll Thai'd and their staff. I always have a…read morepleasant experience and they have the best bubble tea! I have started having mine with almond milk and it is just as delicious! Recently, they have added several Thai dishes to their menu. My husband and I enjoyed the drunken noodles with chicken and chicken pad Thai. Amazing and so flavorful! The location is always clean, quiet and again - amazing, hospitable staff Thank you Roll Thai'd!