Girls' night out + my bestie + her girls + half-off sangria? Yeah... I'm not saying the universe…read morewanted us at Tommy's Tavern + Tap that night, but the evidence was pretty convincing. We grabbed seats at the bar, and the ambiance was exactly what I wanted for a night out--cool, calm, and full of vibes. The kind of place where you can settle in, catch up, sip something good, and actually enjoy the evening. I ordered the shrimp Cobb salad, and it came out in no time. It was a great size for the price and surprisingly filling, which is always a win when you're trying to enjoy your meal without feeling like you paid for a bowl of decorative lettuce. Our servers were attentive and timely throughout the night, which made everything feel easy and relaxed. And let's circle back to that half-off sangria because honestly... icing on the top. Good food, good vibes, good company, and a sangria special? I'll definitely be looking forward to the next girls' night here. I'm not saying we found a new girls' night spot... but I'm also not not saying that.

Tommy's Tavern is definitely one of the popular places; it's always crowded if you go in during…read moreLunch or Dinner times, finding parking can be a problem too, so plan ahead. We had Brunch at "The One", the Rooftop at Tommy's and the overall setting was so beautiful. Since it was the height of summer, it was less crowded, so we were able to get seated at the sofa lounge which was more comfortable. Menu (food) is little different at the rooftop when compared to their regular Menu, but it still had a good selection. We ordered different Appetizers and Cocktails, everything tasted great. Staff are very accommodating, and the service was quick. Definitely recommend

Spectacular restaurant! We were 30 minutes delayed to our reservation and the host accommodated us…read morewithout a peep. I was so grateful and impressed by the fabulous customer service. The waiter was equally as considerate when we had to wait another 15 minutes for our guest to arrive. Kicked off the night with a delectable Bloody Mary that only rang up to $8- those are happy hour prices anywhere else, but regular price here. Amazing! Enjoyed a tasty kale Caesar salad with chicken - portions are massive. Still have some for tomorrow's lunch! The rice balls as an appetizer were tasty, but a bit on the smaller side. I'm used to larger rice balls, so this caught me slightly off guard. The design of the establishment is chic, with more on the second floor. At about 8 pm they started playing club music (not overly loudly). So fun! Definitely will be back due to the pleasant experience.

We were in Metuchen last week for a street fair and saw this place when leaving, so we decided to…read moregive it a try tonight. First, it is VERY loud in the restaurant, hard to have a conversation without talking very loud. While the service people were very nice, the service was so - so. They took about 20 minutes to come over, we ordered cocktails and an pasta as an appetizer. It took about 20 mins for them to bring bread after we ordered. Then the cocktails and app came out immediately after. Cocktails are meant to be enjoyed before your dinner, not during it. While the cocktail was fine, I wasn't interest in having it at this point. I had a couple of sips. The bread they brought out was fantastic. One of the best breads ever. The pasta was amazing. I really enjoyed it. We had the buccatini with guaclian (sp?). So I really looking forward to the Pizza. We put in the order for our pizza, went to the men's room and when I came back the pizza was on our table. Very strange it was so fast in less than 5 minutes. I am sorry to say the pizza was horrible. Soggy crust and dry pizza, not sure how that is even possible. Crust and pizza in general had no taste. I had this strange feeling the pizza might be premade and maybe they just add the topping for your order I don't know. Overall, it was very much a tale of 2 cities. Iffy service and horrid pizza. Yet great bread and pasta.

I have heard about Harold's NY Deli but it was too far from us until today. My husband, Harold…read more(yes Harold) and I were driving back from AC and it popped up in my feed. I had no idea what to expect BUT so glad we stopped in. It's a mystery about portion sizes. We ordered a chicken noodle soup, potato pancake and a junior pastrami sandwich all to share! None of this was typical. The soup was plenty to split, the pancake the size of a personal pizza and the sandwich was huge for a junior. We took home leftovers of everything except the soup! My only disappointment was not regular priced matzah ball. I forgot to mention the pickle bar! So fun! This was worth the stop!

Harold's Deli in Edison, NJ, can only be described as an institution--and something everyone should…read moreexperience at least once while living in New Jersey! The portions here are absolutely legendary. A slice of cake is practically the size of your head. Order a "small" grilled chicken sandwich and you'll get enough chicken breast to feed a family. The BLT? An entire head of iceberg lettuce, enough bacon for four people, and what seems like an entire loaf of bread! You may experience a little sticker shock when you see the prices, but trust me--you need to come hungry! These portions are enormous, and you'll almost certainly be leaving with enough leftovers to keep you fed for days. When you consider how much food you're actually getting, the whole experience makes a lot more sense. It's unlike anything you'll experience anywhere else, and that's exactly what makes Harold's so much fun. And you absolutely cannot visit without checking out the Pickle Bar! They also have plenty of parking, lots of seating, basic ambiance and attentive staff. Whether you're a New Jersey native or just visiting, Harold's is definitely worth experiencing at least once!

We had been wanting to try this place for a while and finally stopped in for lunch while we were at…read moreMenlo Park Mall. So glad we did! I ordered the edamame dumplings and absolutely loved them. They were delicious, full of flavor, and honestly won my heart. My husband got the vegan double cheeseburger with beet and walnut patties, which was something different from the usual veggie burgers we've had. The patties were really flavorful and delicious. We also tried their house-made dragon fruit lemonade, which was refreshing and went really well with our meal. Since it was our first time, our server was really nice and helpful. He took the time to guide us through the menu and helped us decide what to try, which we appreciated. The service was good and the ambience was nice and comfortable. It's conveniently located by Menlo Park Mall, so there's plenty of parking as well. Overall, we had a really good experience. Everything we tried was tasty, the service was welcoming, and we're already looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu!

The Host (Beautiful Joycelyn), our waitress (Azyah) & Rick the Manager was excited to serve us. The…read morefood was a blast of flavors, deliciousness & light to the taste. The Food Starter: Edamame Dumplings, Salad: Organic Tuscan Kale, & main course: Vegan Double Cheeseburger (WOW‼). I would recommend this to everyone for sure. The only minuscule disappointment was that our beverages were delayed, and the Edamame Dumplings were a little disappointing; in that it was lacking a very small portion of Edamame. My daughter did place another order, and this time the Edamame was well served. Yet she was not offered a compliment credit towards the unsatisfactory portion on first order. The good atmosphere was vibrant and excitable in the Mix. Definitely add to your To-Do-Visit

Seasons 52 (Located next to the Menlo Park Mall)…read more217 Lafayette Ave. Edison, NJ 08837 Seasonal Brick-Oven Gnocchi This ultimate version of an Italian style dumpling was topped with pineapple bits, chunks of tomato, a few basil leaves, and smothered in pesto sauce. It was served piping hot and I cleared this plate down to the last bite. It is a shame this plate will not be served all year round, but this is understood because Seasons 52 is known for alternating their menu. In addition to enjoying the meal, the inside is very upscale. There are a variety of beautifully decorated trees and the lighting is dimmed. This is definitely a location for date night, family gatherings, and other celebrations. #seasons52edison #seasons52 #menloparkmall

We strolled in on Tuesday night around 8pm. We were seated immediately. The dining room is…read moredefinitely darker than most so I could use a little more light. Our server came over rather quickly and offered beverages. My husband loved his old fashioned. We ordered 2 gf crust flatbreads and the caramelized Brussel sprouts. The Brussel sprouts were so delicious. The pepperoni flatbread was superior to the chicken pesto one. Both were good but I prefer the pepperoni. For dessert, the only options are mini jars with cake. Lemon blueberry was seasonal while others are standard. It tasted fine but nothing special. I love how the menu changes with the season and features fresh options. For example, summer featured corn and I bet fall will feature squash. You'd never know this is a chain. Definitely give seasons 52 a chance.

It's a cute, BYOB Chinese fusion restaurant. On weekend it only offered chef's tasting tasting menu…read morefor $135. It included six courses and two desserts. It offered a good selection of teas and nonalcoholic drinks. The service was great and the staff was wonderful. We were especially find of Kai and Michael. If the dishes I was really fond of the crispy pig ear salad and black cod. Don't let the pig ears prevent you from enjoying this wonderful restaurant. Without telling you what it is, you wouldn't know they were pig wars.

If you're looking for a quaint spot that feels like a hidden gem, this is the "caviar" of intimate…read morefine dining. I recently tried the chef's 8-course tasting menu, and it was perfectly paced--the small plates are proportionately sized so you leave feeling satisfied rather than overwhelmed. Every dish is a standout with deep, "stacked" flavors; even the ingredients I was skeptical about ended up being favorites. Nothing needed a drop of extra seasoning. The service sets a warm, welcoming tone from the start. We were offered Oshibori (Japanese warm towelettes) to refresh our hands, and getting a fresh set of utensils with every course was a high-end touch I really appreciated. Menu Highlights: Taro Fritter: A sweet-textured appetizer inspired by Chinese desserts, topped with caviar and soy-pickled beets. It was a beautiful way to awaken the palate. Mackerel Crudo: As someone who isn't usually a fan of raw dishes, I was surprised by how much I loved this. It's light, perfectly acidic, and balanced with plum, ponzu, and apple. Grilled Sunchoke: This was "rustic elegance" in a bowl. The smell alone is incredible, and the combination of ginger crab and shellfish butter is pure comfort. Smoked Duck: Topped with black winter truffle and caramelized onions in a gochujang sauce--absolutely excellent cook and presentation. Braised Beef Cheek: So tender you can skip the knife and just use your fork. Since I forgot to BYOB, I tried their house-made Luck & Love hibiscus drink. It's hands-down the best hibiscus tea I've ever had--I actually tried to buy one to-go, but they only make enough for dine-in guests! It's a fantastic spot to bring friends or loved ones, though I'd recommend arriving early. The parking lot is extremely tight, so you might need to look for space in the lot next door.

Food was excellent Sweet potato fries are the best I have…read moreever had Service was great. Jackie is a great server Ambiance inside is hopping bar that serves great food Outside area is very much like a club scene Highly recommend this restaurant/bar

Chocolate tini hit the spot but the waitstaff did not. We walked in and there wasn't anyone at the…read morehost stand and the bar didn't have 4 seats. So we went to one table and then decided to move to another table. The waitress came up to us with a huge attitude and said we needed to order drinks at the bar if we weren't ordering food. We didn't know at that point if we wanted food. So we went to the bar and it way longer than necessary for 3 martinis. We finally got our drinks and decided we wanted food. I asked the waitress if we needed to order food at the bar and with the biggest attitude she said yes you didn't tell me you wanted food. I hope the food is ok. I've never expected to be treated this way.

Hector's is a very small bistro that opened a little over one year ago. Gotta mention that we've…read moreordered delivery 4 months ago. That said, finally popped in today for a lunch order. When you first walk in, there is a small table for 2 off to your left if you care to dine in. Plus about 6 or 7 bar stools along a small rectangular counter. For lunch, we shared an order of Crab Fries. They were just ok. She had the Bistro Sandwich. That was grilled chicken, mozzarella,roasted red peppers, sautéed spinach, mushrooms and a dressing. I chose the Shrimp Po' Boy. Both were delicious. Truth be told, we both only had a half. The other half was our dinner. This place is very easy to miss on Route 35 N. Also they are open late till 1:00 AM on Friday/Saturday. Good for those who want comfort food late at night. As always, Enjoy

I just happened to stumble upon Hector's bistro while visiting a friend. And let me tell you this…read moreplace was spectacular! Not only was the food delicious but Hector himself was awesome. He treated me and my friends with the upmost hospitality. And he was even kind enough to give us some recommendations because we were not sure what to order. But the quesadillas that he recommended to us were spectacular and the chicken wings would to die for. I highly recommend that you get your butt to Hector's bistro as soon as possible. Because the food is incredible and so is Hector. Keep up the good work Hector because you now have customers for life!

Great experience with a large party at Hailey's. The waiter was out to check on us regularly and…read morethe food was delicious. I hadn't been there in over 15 years and the place has the same bar feel.

We had our dogs with us, so we needed a restaurant that had outdoor seating. The outside tables…read morehad umbrellas and seating was comfortable. The menu is extensive. I noticed AFTER we ordered that there was a cocktail special that night. Our waitress never mentioned any specials, so I tried to flag her down after I had already ordered a different one not on the list. I mentioned to the hostess what I needed, and I hung out waiting for our waitress at the front. After waiting at least 15 min for her to show up from the back, I was able to ask her to change my drink order. The food here is FABULOUS. We got the housemade Irish soda bread and it was amazing. Hubby got the shepherd's pie and it was delicious. I got the lamb chops over asparagus and mashed potatoes and it was FANTASTIC ! I don't know if our waitress was new or what, but our meals were delivered without silverware. We waited several minutes, then finally flagged down another waitress so that we could eat ! If it wasn't for the poor service, this place could easily be 5 stars due to the fabulous food. Thankfully we got out of there before the live music started, loud music is not our vibe. At the very end of the meal, somehow my original drink order made an appearance (that's what I was afraid of, that she didn't cancel the order). The folks at the table next to us ordered the exact same cocktail, so when the bar tried to give it to us, the waitress told them to give it to the table next to us instead. Geez, we were already paying for our meal at the time. Lol The manager did come out and the end of the meal to ask how things were. I did mention I thought our waitress might be new. I didn't get an answer as to if she was, but I posed it more as a statement than a question.

Nachos from millers are typically AMAZING!! Ordered nachos for delivery and they are the worst…read morenachos ever! They were so dry. Most of the chips had no cheese. Side of queso was so thin and all water.

The food was good! I had sirloin steak, Caesar salad and fries it was delicious. The staff were…read moregreat! Our waiter Naim was so attentive and he made sure we were okay and didn't need anything. The ambiance is always great lots of sports games on so if you're looking for a place to watch sports. I highly recommend. They had the Knicks, Yankees, nfl draft all on when I was there!