This is an amazing dining experience and by far one of the best Italian restaurants I've ever had…read morein the States. Really extensive menu with very reasonable prices for the quality and quantity of food. The spicy calamari is a must try and every entree and pasta are worth trying, too. Met one of the owners (two brothers) and this is a family run business with a benefit to the community. I will definitely come back on the next visit to Newark and would highly recommend if you're in the area (especially if you are staying at Newark airport overnight!)

Warm bread with olive oil: very good Chicken parm: chicken…read morewas well fried. The vodka pasta was slightly watery but still good Bolognese: good tagliatelle, sauce meaty and good, a little sweet Calamari: very good! Salad: solid Good service and ambiance Very large portions which makes the prices more justifiable

This was the best meal I have had in a looong time! Celebrating my birthday & Valenca was a PERFECT…read moreexperience. The restaurant ambiance & service was impeccable; white table cloths, warm bread with butter while you wait, MASSIVE portions, amazing quality. We ordered a pitcher to share of Sangria that was the BEST sangria I have ever had (I'm now ruined for any future sangria lol), and easily equalled 4 drinks. My plate was the salmon special, stuffed with avocado, drizzled with lemony, buttery, delicious valenca sauce & served with perfectly steamed veggies & piped mash potatoes. My husband ordered the Veal Parmesan for a twist as his fav is chicken parm & it was perfectly seasoned, giant portion & served with linguini & red sauce. Both were big enough to be easily shareable. They sang to me and presented me with a scrumptious birthday flan... that I also shared! Parking was a breeze & valet quickly got us in & out. I felt like a VIP Princess from start to finish. Valenca made this a very special birthday meal to remember & anytime we find ourselves in the area, popping in will be a MUST. Did I mention how beautiful the restaurant is? The entire night was like a perfectly curated event & I couldn't have asked for more!

Ummm, flying into EWR and too lazy to drive far for dinner before heading south to my hotel,…read more Valenca sounded interesting. On a Monday evening, it was certainly busy at the bar and in the small dining area. Surprisingly as entree prices seemed to average around $30+. Unlike many restaurants in Portugal, the olives and bread are complimentary which was a nice touch. I opted for the seafood stew with the tomato broth and "lobster ". With the slow service, I was hoping that it would be made to order. However, a large bowl with overcooked seafood arrived. I had to ask for a bowl fir shells and a Nutcracker with hand wipes appeared too. Lobster was a small claw, the middle section which doesn't offer anything edible and a tiny sliver of tail meat. Wish I had remained with the garlic shrimp dish that was so amazing during a trip to Portugal. Service was inattentive, I had to stand up and request my bill. Anyhoo, everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves, great neighborhood vibe!

The food was good and everything I liked the pupusas and pollo con tajadas. The space tho was kinda…read moresmall but I get it it was in a rundown neighborhood.

Jarritos is a restaurant found in the Elizabethport area that specializes in Mexican, Honduran, and…read moreSalvadoran cuisine. Although mostly Mexican dining options, you can find baleadas and pupusas as well represented in their menu. Their interior is actually quite spacious and nicely designed for restaurants in the area. I went with their tacos al pastor and was surprised to find that they were delicious. The sauce was plentiful, the pork was moist, and the onions, cilantro and pineapple were thinly sliced and paired well together with the dish.

This place is amazing the food and low-key vibe. and the service was above expectations if you need…read morea quick bit and a home like feeling this the place for you

This bar has become one of my go-to spots with friends, and for good reason. The vibes here are…read morealways on point. Great music, a chill atmosphere, and some of the friendliest/funniest bartenders you'll ever meet. They make you feel welcome the second you walk in. :-) The food is so good, and I have to give a special shoutout to the shrimp tacos (they're my absolute favorite!). Perfectly seasoned and just insanely satisfying, especially when you're hanging out with good company and a great drink in hand. Honestly though, everything on the menu hits! Whether we're grabbing a quick bite, staying for a couple of drinks, or just enjoying the music, this place never disappoints. Love this bar and can't recommend it enough!!

Came here after work one day and it didn't disappoint. The…read morestaff were great, always checked in to make sure that we didn't need anything. They offer complimentary chips and green house sauce. I ordered the birria soup and tostada and it was great. The meat and soup were packed with flavor, the cheese they used was correct, unlike some places I have tired. Came with (6) tacos. Also ordered the Al pastor tacos which was also good and came with 3 tacos. Highly recommend if your in the mood for some traditional Mexican food. There's street parking and indoor sitting.

It's a home-y hole in the wall restaurant. Food was okay, seemed "central Mexico" authentic, def…read morenot Tex-mex. Staff was friendly and the ambiance is more like a large taqueria.

Went for Dinner Food…read more- 5/5. Garlic bread was fantastic with plenty of seasoning and great browning for that toasty crunch. Beef short ribs had excellent sear on them while being a perfect medium making for awesome texture. They were seasoned well and the bones fell right off the meat. Rice was fluffy and the french fries were beautifully golden brown with a crispy bite. Service - 4/5. Very friendly and courteous. The manager came to greet us and the waitress was responsive despite a small communication barrier. Value - 5/5. The food is great and comes with so many extras. At $15 I got grilled short ribs, garlic bread, rice and french fries. Each of the sides came with enough to share. Most of their menu items are in similar price range or lower. Fantastic value! Parking - Private Lot (Free)

I've always liked this place but today is a whole different experience. We come in to just to have…read more some dinner with my husband and it just so happens it's happy hour. So, we decided to take advantage of the happy hour menu The waitress proceeds to ignore what I want to order and goes into the main menu and then adds items that I didn't order and not put in the order that I actually wanted. I'm a little upset. She's not interested in serving our table. She's just interested in hanging out at the table next to us sitting on a gentleman's lap and not even coming to check on us again. The one who took care of us was the bartender. It's pretty sad.. This will be the last time we come here and support this local business.

Since I am from Ecuador this food reminded me of my mom's cooking. Enjoyed the sampler.read more

This restaurant is nice and food is for the most part very good, but it's a bit pricey. Costumer…read moreservice needs improvement. But please know that they always add service fee, be careful when they don't present you with the paper receipt & just bring you the machine, they might ask you if you want to add the tip & I feel like that is deceiving because they know they already add it to the total. It happened to us and when we got the paper we realized we gave them extra tip.

Love going to Cast Iron Pot, but was getting tired of hauling out to the Signature past Fort Lee…read more So I was pleasantly surprised to find one closer to me in SI! Service was prompt-- we were seated almost immediately once our whole group was gathered, and immediately began to be served. Meats came out fast. They have a 3 meat at a time limit here, but given that they're doing most of the cooking for you, it helps keep things fresh and things are coming off the grill pretty quickly anyways, so the limit does not really come at the cost of velocity of consumption (if you're that kind of AYCE eater). Service here is pretty proactive, coming by regularly and taking orders promptly. We got a mix of meats and sides throughout. Pork belly is a winner, both slabs and slices. Beef intestines were not as we remembered from other locations, but nonetheless good. Sliced beef brisket and jowl are also good cuts for folks looking for something new. Not too much of a fan of marinated meets, but I'm sure they'd live up to the same level of quality too. One huge plus about this particular chain (for which you do pay a bit of a premium in the price) is that they have pretty amazingly efficient grills and vents, such that you can largely avoid smelling like your AYCE KBBQ afterwards. Pretty uncommon, and totally forgivable when it happens, but a nice plus for this place!

I live in New Jersey, and I will cross the bridge every single time for this. My friends and I have…read morebeen coming to this location for years and I can't recommend it enough. The food is always great. The service is top-notch, they remember us every single time we step foot in there. Ambience is nice. My godsons favorite part is the claw machine, and mine is their salad dressing LOL thank you to cast-iron for always making dinner worth it.

Came here for Father's Day and they had a special price per person for the day. The Umi at this…read morelocation is clean and spacious. Like any buffet, there's endless options until you get tired of eating the same food over and over. Unlimited lobster and they replenish the trays pretty often -- great deal. The sushi bar was pretty big but taste was only meh to me. There's unlimited drinks and desserts to choose from. You can also order hot pot or ramen, all included. I didn't try the ramen but I would suggest not wasting your calories on the hot pot. They come out with a small pot warmed by a candle for you to cook the food. However, the soup base is super watered down and basically flavorless. Don't waste your time. Stand out dishes were the crab legs, herbal soup with abalone, cold appetizers, endless lobsters. Service was okay and standard for a buffet.

I have heard a lot of this AYCE in SI. So decided to give it a try with my sister…read more The place is huge and bright and clean. The service is not really good as the servers are not professional enough. The are a lot of varieties to choose from but all the food are very bland. You should not put the cakes the fridge as the cake is so hard. You may want to taste the food before you serve, just my suggestion.

At first glance, the area might not raise your expectations--it's a bit on the shabby side--but…read moredon't let that fool you. This place turned out to be a very pleasant surprise. Parking is convenient, with spots available on both sides of the restaurant and across the street, which is always a plus in New Jersey. Once inside, the atmosphere completely shifts. The interior is warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed, giving off an authentic and comfortable vibe. The staff were equally impressive--attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. The food lived up to the experience. Everything we tried was flavorful and well-prepared, though I would say it leans toward the more expensive side. Paying 18% and then 2 % card fee seems a bit much on the top of that the courses were a bit pricey. That said, the quality is there. The fresh bread and olives served at the start were exactly what we needed--simple, delicious, and perfect after arriving hungry. Overall, a great find that rises well above its surroundings. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

Last night was fun, I am glad I came out . As always the restaurant was packed but we didn't have…read moreto wait too long . Food was delicious, service was kinda slow but they were extremely busy too . Thank you all for your hard work .