Decided to come on Thursday morning to have a nice breakfast for my birthday and my parents…read moreanniversary. Even on a weekday morning, the dining room is full of people. The table wasn't cleaned before we sat down, and we were given the wrong specials menu, which we found out after we tried to order something from it. We were also brought the wrong coffees, but drank them anyway (still tasted delicious). However, our server was friendly and checked in frequently, and all of our food was delicious. I chose the goat cheese frittata, which was packed with cheese and mushrooms! My mom had the cannoli french toast (more like a dessert than breakfast, but so worth it), and my dad had the biscuit sammy with sausage. His only complaint was that there was too much hot honey on his sandwich that it drowned out the other flavors. My mom and I both loved our food. Overall, I would give this place another try, just come very close to opening to try and beat the crowd.

Thank goodness, that I took the time to visit Almost Home General down in Westfield. It is a GEM…read moreand let me recommend it before I even start the review. Almost Home is a trendy cafe that has gorgeous wall decor, a comfy couch (if you want to enjoy your order without a table meal), and incredible food. They also have an adjacent parking lot, which was justifiably packed. Our Server was Maddie and she did an exceptional job throughout the entire meal. She gave appreciated recommendations and her coworkers kept us comfortable and satiated. All three of the beverages were nicely presented and thoroughly enjoyed: Pistachio Latte, Pumpkin Spice Latte, and a Shaken Espresso. Personally, the Shaken Espresso was VERY GOOD. It was served in a tall glass and the cinnamon, once stirred throughout the entire glass, elevated the taste to deliciousness. Now, onto the entrees: Blueberry Pancakes (two buttermilk pancakes, topped with blueberry compote, whipped ricotta, and powered sugar). I was told, that these were the best pancakes they've ever had. My entree was the Ricotta Toast (house whipped ricotta, topped with roasted tomatoes, local NJ honey, and balsamic glaze). This was my first time having Ricotta Toast and it was better than any other Avocado Toast I've ever had. The ricotta was smooth, creamy, and the glaze gave every bite a pleasantly sweet addition to the already delectable selection. Almost Home General has skyrocketed to the top of my breakfast/brunch options and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT, again. If Westfield is too far, they have other locations (Westwood, Jersey City, and Lincroft). Oh, and btw, they all have Google ratings of 4.5 and above. Nuff said.

Amazing ambiance! Good food. A step back in time. The playlist--perfect. Thanks to the bar staff…read morefor allowing me to briefly go downstairs and take a picture of the stained glass in the cellar. Never change!

This place is a diamond in the rough. Small and intimate, they do not have a very expansive menu…read morehowever the few items on the menu are fantastic. The service was decent however both times I went it took a while to be acknowledged and seated. The drinks were good, the food was good and the atmosphere was good. I actually enjoyed it so much that Ive been back two more times since the first time. I tried the French dip sandwich with truffle fries which was phenomenal and the cheeseburger was good too.

I love Mannys diner.. service is amazing, food always good and the help is always so friendly…read more it's a great place to go for anytime of day ! great breakfast, lunch & dinner.. you won't be disappointed.

If you're hungry and want to be fed well, Manny's is the place to go. I came with my family and we…read morecouldn't believe the humongous portion sizes of our meals. My pulled pork sandwich was served open-faced with thick French fries. The sandwich was hearty and the pork was nice and tender, with the barbecue sauce a nice addition. It wasn't too packed for an early Sunday evening, and our server was attentive and warm. We enjoyed seeing the baked goods in the displays up front, and how we were able to see them slicing their fresh cheesecakes behind the counter. I took a strawberry cheesecake to go. It wasn't too sweet, but the richness certainly stood out. You can't beat quality food for amazing prices, both of which are found here.

Friendly and attentive staff. Great ambiance. Food was amazing. The seared tuna starter was…read morebeyond perfection ! Curated cocktails simply delicious and the steaks are melt in your mouth. Went for a beautiful birthday dinner and this did not disappoint

My top-tier chum who literally went to the school of hospitality and I were in the mood for a…read morebougie sit-down dinner this past Saturday night and decided to try out Ocean Prime; we've had a few underwhelming dining experiences in Cranford, so we were hoping to break the streak. I'd say we were successful in that regard, and this is probably one of the top two places I've been now in town, along with Garlic Rose. Even if you didn't have access to the menu, this just LOOKS like an upper-class steakhouse - lots of darker interior colors with deliberate use of lighting almost like the aisles in a movie theater. We did the responsible thing and made 6:30pm reservations, though the restaurant was relatively empty when we first got there (it filled up for sure during our dinner). We were immediately seated and attended to, which was a pleasant recurring theme for our experience. On the booze front, we each got an Old Fashioned, which was specifically cited on the cocktail menu, and a bottle of Daou Cab Sauvignon to share (I let my chum take the lead on that selection, which I think was influenced by the strong reviews on the Vivino app - a recommend if you're into that sort of thing). The Old-Fashioned was decent; I'm always pleased when the de facto bourbon is Angel's Envy. I'm not crazy about vermouth, which I always think gives off shoe leather vibes, but I did like the smoky profile on this one. Not bad at all, but I liked the bottle of wine better. We decided to split the Grilled Octopus app, which came with seasoned potatoes, olives and tomatoes. This was arguably the weakest part of the meal. The octopus was a little tough/rubbery and the accompanying potatoes to me were very much needed and better, frankly, than the designated star of the show here. I'm not an olive person but my chum's comment there was they were too overwhelming, taste-wise. Noted. We also got a side of parmesan truffle garlic steak fries, which I didn't have too many of because I was distracted by all of the other options on the table, but would totally get again. For entrees, it felt morally proper to hit up the cattle (when in Rome). I went with the Braised Short Ribs, which is one of my go-tos if it's on the menu. Pretty good - VERY tender and literally falling off the bone. I'd say about 20% of it was too fatty for me, and I pawned that section off on my chum, but the other 80% was primo. She got the Filet Mignon Oscar style (which my computer wanted to autocorrect to Oscars, thinking it was the umpteenth time I was typing something about the Academy Awards), and was very pleased by it. Not mindblowingly amazing but solidly above average across the board. I'm not sure why we ordered dessert at this point other than to ensure I had something else to munch on the following day, but we did that too. I got the Cheesecake w/ Marionberry Compote. This was just okay for me. Taste-wise, the cheesecake seemed a little off for my palate; maybe a little too tart? It didn't seem as milky as other cheesecakes, which doesn't necessarily mean it was bad, but wasn't my kind of cheesecake. The compote was also just okay, both in the moment and as a leftover the following day. Maybe I'm just used to getting this dessert with strawberries and compotes that are similar to that type of fruit, but I just didn't think the compote and cake meshed as well. Debatable though. There's room for improvement but this is a strong entry in the Cranford gastro scene, such as it is.

11/28/25 We were…read morecatching up on Dexter and hubby really wanted a Cubano after it was mentioned several times LOL We came and got him a Cubano and it was huge and stuffed with pernil and ham and cheese. The fries were crispy. Breaded Shrimp was meh Guyaba and Guanábana yummy Bistec de Cerdo was delicious and flavorful and the Yucca en Mojo was soft, needed more garlic hehehe love all the extra onions my fav! Ronel was friendly and Roger is a joyous owner/chef.

Cozy Corner Cuban Bistro in Garwood delivers the real thing. I ordered the Cuban sandwich,…read morecroquetas de jamón, and a Cuban coffee, and all three were outstanding. The sandwich was the most authentic I have had outside Miami and Tampa, pressed just right with the balance of pork, ham, pickle, and mustard that tells you they care. The croquetas were textbook, creamy inside with a crisp shell, and the coffee had that rich, roasty punch that makes you sit up a little straighter. What sealed it was the atmosphere. The room felt authentically Cuban from the music to the decor, no detail spared, nothing performative. We were the only ones there at 2 p.m. on a Saturday, which made it feel like our own little escape. Service was kind, prompt, efficient, and attentive without hovering, exactly how you want it. I was with my soulmate and we both left smiling. I will absolutely come back and I want to work my way through more of the menu. This is a keeper.

Consistently good food. The steak and eggs for breakfast is…read moregreat Tightly packed tables. Can get busy. Bakery is legit.

While mostly known for their baked goods, Bovellas also operates a diner style cafe with breakfast,…read morelunch and various coffees and milkshakes. Service is fast, friendly. Ample parking on three sides of the building. On the way out, be sure to check out the bakery cases!

I love March weather - time to time you'll hit an unseasonably warm sunny late winter day and just…read moreneed to be OUTSIDE! After a delicious lunch at Massa I needed a coffee and something sweet to wersh it down. Obvi. Westfield is not my town so I was searching by Yelp and vibes alone. And parking. Which eliminates 90% of options. After spinning the block 3 or 4 times we decided to just pop the flashers while I ran into Geamos. What got me was the fact that it was Georgian food. I don't know NOTHING about Georgia other than the fact that it's a beautiful country so I had to dip in. I peeped the menu from the passenger seat a few minutes before and was sold on the golden latte. Yall know I love a turmeric coffee situation. Once inside I peeped the sweet treats and was taken by what appeared to be a cross between an almond rugelach and a baklava. I had to have it. While I waited I was taken by the aromas of food cooking in the back and the twee of the shoppe itself. I really wished the parking gods were smiling favorably on me because I know my husband would have found it lovely as well. I took my items to go but just so you know: coffee was priced similarly to coffee spots that have golden lattes. The sweets are fantastic - and also not overly sweet. Seating is generous with a variety of options including banquettes. They also have Georgian sodas. When I was there I didn't know what they were but BECAUSE THE INTERNET TRACKS ALL OF OUR MOVEMENTS when I got home my IG page was filled with stuff about Georgia including Georgian sodas. I'm not mad. Well I am. Just a little. The final gag: I got to the car and told my husband he just had to try my turmeric latte. And he said I make those all the time when I'm on the road. For free. Well then. 22 years together and learning something new about him every day. Just betwixt us though - free or not I would still happily drive back to Westfield for this experience. Great service, great drinks, great food!

A GEM founded ..Wandering about this small quaint town of NJ we stumbled upon this surprisingly…read moregreat brunch place called Geamos! The food was great, served with class and great care by its owner! The atmosphere is clean and very comfortable with friendly service. My wife and I both really enjoyed the food and baked goods! What a great find in Westfield, NJ!! Definitely will come back again! So glad to support this small family owned business !! Come one, come all and experience the great food and friendly service!!

Popular spot mostly known through word of mouth for their fantastic Turkish food and catering!…read moreFirst time I tried food from here was at my work holiday party, they had it catered from here. If you are dining in, options are mostly breakfast (omelette, pancake, French toast) and sandwiches. The bread they use for the sandwiches is so good. They were pretty busy on a weekend afternoon, but I enjoyed my food here.

While in the area, I was looking for a spot to grab coffee and some lunch with a coworker and Yelp…read morebrought this spot to my attention. So happy that it did! Nuray's is an incredibly cozy cafe tucked into a strip mall. It's a bit hidden if you've never been, but just keep walking through the strip until you get to the end and there it is. I felt like I was walking into an adorable living room/kitchen, it's just a very welcoming space. I ordered the special of the day, the portobello mushroom panini ($15) and an oat milk latte. The panini was delicious! Cheesy with a great sauce and the mushrooms were soft and flavorful. I thought I'd only have room for half but ended up devouring the entire thing. It also came with a small and simple salad which was a nice bite to have on the side. I didn't love my latte too much as it wasn't very strong and would maybe stick with tea on my next visit. This was a great place to meet and chat before meetings. We took out our laptops to get a little work done (they do not have wifi so I don't recommend you plan to do that without a hotspot). For two sandwiches, two lattes and one hot cup of tea it came out to $60 after tax and tip. That is on the more expensive side, but I still am happy to have found a lovely lunch spot in the area.