Before I wrote this update, I reread my earlier review. Everything in my initial review remains the same, except one. The hummus is no longer a standard served to every table without cost. They still serve the pita and olives, but hummus is now an extra. You can thank Trump for that extra cost as per the response to our inquiry. We've now dined here several more times. It's a favorite, as it's consistently excellent. Our most recent meal was an order of hummus, which is ample for 2-4 people, the beet salad and the special crab cake appetizer, which was better than any I've had all year. Seriously exquisite. While we've sampled many of the menus main courses, all of which we have enjoyed, we went with two orders of our favorite, the tiger prawns, as they were said to be extra, extra large this evening. Served with tasty sautéed spinach and fries, which we were graciously permitted to substitute for the lemon potatoes. The tiger prawns are beyond great. Simply delicious and must be experienced. Better than lobster and rival any type of superior crab or any shellfish. Call ahead to be sure they have them when you plan to dine. This place is not to be missed. read more

EVOO & Lemon - Our outdoor table. - Mediterranean Near Me - Millburn, New Jersey

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Walking into EVOO & Lemon at 645pm on a Saturday night and seeing exactly one other table occupied gave us momentary pause. Despite the moderately upscale ambiance and clean, contemporary aesthetic, the emptiness made us wonder: did we miss a memo? Was there a sudden local embargo on Mediterranean food? Luckily, the dining room eventually filled up, saving us from eating our dinner in a complete echo chamber. My dining companion and I started off with the Hummus appetizer ($11) served with a modest side of toasted pita. It was tasty and definitely hit the spot. We both decided to keep things light and ordered salads with a side of grilled salmon. I went with the Marouli salad ($16) -- crisp romaine lettuce, dill, and scallions with a lemon-olive oil dressing -- and my companion chose the Greek Village salad ($19), a shepherd-style salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, Holland peppers, feta cheese, olives, and Greek dressing. Both were fresh, well-prepared, and hit the mark. The salmon was also delicious, which is a good thing, because it came with an $18 upcharge that was not listed on the printed menu. For dessert, we ordered the baklava ($13), three pieces of an already intensely sweet treat that had apparently been subjected to an excessive dusting of powdered sugar. As for the service, our server and the food runners were competent but not overly friendly towards us or other diners. I also noticed that the staff tended to take care of tables out of order in which they were seated.. resulting in diners who arrived after us being served before us. Overall, it's a perfectly fine 3-star experience. I'd gladly go back if someone else was picking the spot, but if I'm the one in charge of dinner plans, I'll probably cast my net elsewhere in the area. PRO TIP #1: Bring a bottle of wine or beer from home or stop at the Wine Shop liquor store located on the opposite corner of the intersection of Main Street and Millburn Avenue for some adult beverages to enjoy with your meal. EVOO & Lemon is a BYOB establishment and does not serve alcohol. PRO TIP #2: EVOO & Lemon does not have a private parking lot, but there is plenty of on-street parking and municipal lots nearby. Use the mPay2Park app for the pay-by-plate meters ($0.50 per hour). Meters operate Monday through Saturday from 8am to 7pm; all street meters are free after 7 pm and all day Sunday. If the street is full, the Essex Street parking deck (24 Lackawanna Place) is a reliable backup. read more

EVOO & Lemon - Baklava - Mediterranean Near Me - Millburn, New Jersey

I've been meaning to write a review for this spot ever since my folks took me out here for a pre-birthday dinner in late January (2026). I don't know why we haven't frequented this spot sooner (at least during trips back home), but EVOO is legit. Also NOTE - its BYOB (but there are even some places nearish by you can grab a bottle or 3 if needed). Our server was very attentive, despite the restaurant being fairly busy. For apps, we decided on the: Hummus - how do you properly judge a Mediterranean restaurant without trying their hummus, and this was creamy, decadent and served with some fresh pita. Grilled Calamari (with roasted red pepper, lemon, evoo, capers, red onions) - very nicely cooked, not rubbery at all Grilled Octopus (with roasted red peppers, fava puree, capers, onions, red wine vinegar, arugula, evoo) - if octopus is on the menu, I'm gonna have it. For my entree, I got the pan-seared scallops with cauliflower puree, quinoa, spinach, heirloom tomato. Loved it. Cooked perfectly, loooved the silky puree...just a solid solid dish. All in all, EVOO definitely deserves to be on the Millburn/Essex shortlist when looking for nicer places to dine out. Can't wait to get back and try some more of their menu! read more

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Wow! The flavors took us back to our 2017 Greek adventure. Food was so authentic, delicious, and fresh. We ordered the grilled octopus with fava purée, the shrimp Santorini, grilled asparagus, and a traditional Greek salad. We cleaned every single plate. Service was good. We went on a busy summer Saturday evening and were seated right away. There is outdoor patio area, which extends their capacity. I'll be mindful of this when visiting during colder months... call ahead. Initially I assumed the establishment was upscale but it was nice and cozy. Perfect for a date night or family dinner. read more

EVOO & Lemon - Greek salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Millburn, New Jersey

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Service was excellent. Very polite and he was very careful about my allergies. The hummus was deliciously garlicky and creamy. My husband raved about the Baba ganouch. The meatballs were juicy and the gigantes were huge and tender. Salad ingredients were so fresh. We will be back!! Outdoor seating was also available. read more

Greek/ Mediterranean restaurant located right in the heart of Millburn. Parking available in back of restaurant. Went last night with 2 other couples. Nice cozy ambiance. Our server, Constantine was terrific. They start you off with wedges of pita and a delicious hummus. We all shared some appetizers, grilled calamari, Greek salad , and ahi tuna tower. All were good. For mains two in our group got chicken souvlaki, one got salmon, one got the ahi tuna, angry shrimp and I got the lamb shish kabob. All though food was ok to good. Nothing was great. Food is a 3 1/2, service was a 5. It is a BYOB. read more

Not alright.... Not ok... Not good... PHENOMENAL! Easily one of the 5 best places to eat in a 10 mile radius. The folks who run this restaurant are such good people. I'm fighting my gatekeeping tendency here... Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to EVOO & Lemon! read more

EVOO & Lemon has become one of my favorite spots, and every time I visit, it's a consistently wonderful experience. While I've tried a few different dishes here, my absolute favorite is the lamb. Most recently, I had the lamb shank with orzo, and it was absolutely delicious--the meat was so tender and flavorful, and the orzo paired perfectly with it. I also had the beet salad with garlic purée during my last visit, which was a special that night. It was such a unique and flavorful dish; I hope they bring it back often because it was a standout. The waitstaff here are incredibly efficient and attentive. They're quick to respond when you need something but never hover, which creates a relaxed yet well-served dining experience. The ambiance is perfect for a date night or a dinner with friends, and being a BYO restaurant makes it even better--just bring your favorite bottle of wine. read more

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I just never get tired of good Greek food and I'm always excited to find great new restaurants to add to the mix when I want a taste of home. I came here with my mom not too long ago for a lunch and had a great meal. We sat out on the back patio because we couldn't have asked for a more perfect day and shared a few different plates. First, I love that they bring some warm pita and a small serving of hummus over after you order. The food didn't take long at all, but it was definitely nice to munch on something while we waited. We started with the lentil soup and the grilled artichoke. The lentil soup was really tasty, but did have a strong vinegar taste, which was pretty new. My mom who usually loves lentil soup but hates vinegar was not a fan, so I happily cleaned the bowl. The grilled artichoke was a show stealer. It came on a bed of hummus, with grilled bits of asparagus, tomatoes, maybe onions or garlic? It was delicious and we left trying to figure out how we could recreate it at home. For our entree, we split the signature salad and added salmon and avocado. The salmon came on the side with capers and on a bed of lettuce. To add salmon, it was an extra $18 which is alot, but at least it was a pretty decent size. Still, $18 is a lot and it was another extra $6 or $7 to add the avocado. So yes, it was delicious, but definitely not $40+ for a salad delicious. It's a beautiful space with friendly staff and a delicious menu. It can be pricey but at least it is BYOB! If you find yourself in this cute little town craving Greek food, it's a good choice. read more

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Love the food and service at this establishment. Invited a friend to join me for lunch today. We shared saganaki with fig jam and a fish dorado which was cooked perfectly. Thank you Konstantine for your professionalism and Hektor for your excellent food. read more

Service was great, the restaurant had many employees refilling waters, bussing, and waiter was knowledgeable about specials. A friend and I went on a Thursday at 6:30 with no reservation and were sat immediately. The place did begin to fill up after we sat. Unfortunately the food was not anything to write home about. I've been to many great Greek places in NJ and this is somewhere I would never return to. And that's not even considering the dead fly in my glass of ice. Yelp and related internet searches rated this as one of the best restaurants in Millburn but I very much beg to differ. read more

Great food ! Good service ! Chose last minute and was a great experience ! Will return read more

EVOO & Lemon - Mediterranean Near Me - Millburn, New Jersey

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Food/seafood was so fresh and light. Loved the tuna tower appetizer and the seafood couscous was outstanding.

Really amazing place! The service was amazing and super friendly. Ambiance was perfect for either date dinner / brunch. Most guests were adults 21+ at least the time we went. The food was just amazing, juicy and tender lamb, great veggies grilled I wish I knew what they sautéed with! The guest that got salmon said she got the best salmon in her life! I dont usually get lamb but I was curious. It was so soft and tender. Well seasoned. Only downside was the potatoes, that was only salty thing from the dish. The kebab was also so so delicious. I am not sure if the baklava is originally looks like this but they were very strong in nutty and cinnamon flavor and was not sweet at all. Overall would give 4.5 stars out of 5 read more

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TLDR: Just go here, its delicious, good service, good ambiance, good for allergy, had height chair for baby Long review: My son has lots of allergies (sesame, gluten, eggs) so we are extremely cautious when going out to dinner and generally will bring food for him. We looked at the menu beforehand and chose items we felt would be good for him. We got grilled Chicken Souvlaki and branzino which were safe and BOY did he LOVE it. He practically ate both of these meals on his own - we had to cut him off. I did get to eat a some of the food, and note both were delicious. Additional we got the htipidi & spanakopita (neither ok for my son because gluten and spicy), but us adults loved it - the htipidi more than the spanakopita Parking: on the weekend, there is free parking at the train station read more

Great food and service. Fish is excellent. Outdoor seating is delightful. Ambiance was great.

Everything ! My favorite restaurant Food Ambience , what else can you want ? Susan L read more

Delicious food, great service, we are coming back and bringing friends We love Greek food and we're looking forward to our next meal read more

Grilled calamari is amazing as is most of their food. Great local place for lunch. Amazing taste.

Great aroma walking into the restaurant with the kitchen being right in front. The food is great. Angry shrimp pasta was delicious. Branzino cooked to perfection. Seafood couscous was good. Everything about this place was spot on. read more

The food was amazing! I have recommended family and friends because the food was just that amazing. I will definitely dine there regularly. read more

EVOO and Lemon has the best whole Branzino I've ever had in the U.S. The atmosphere is warm, cozy, and light, with an open kitchen. Honestly, everything here is delicious, but I tend to stick to my favorites since it's become a comfort meal. I usually opt for pick-up on Sunday nights once a month because I love sitting at home and enjoying my fish with their roasted potatoes and mushroom risotto on a lazy day, watching bad TV. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming. Really recommend you try them if you want delicious food! read more

The food is great. The service is excellent. It's a very welcoming place. I highly recommend. Considine is an incredible server. read more

Excellent Greek restaurant located in the heart of Downtown Millburn! The head chef was previously employed by Avra in NYC for 10 years. We ordered the octopus & tuna tower for appetizers, and each got the Bronzino for our mains. Everything was spectacular and exceeded our expectations of the restaurant. The service was informative and helpful while the atmosphere wasn't anything too special. Regardless, the food was spectacular...FYI it is BYOB. White wine pairs very well with their fish. read more

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First timer, enjoyed a wonderful lunch! Fantastic food. From the Complimentary warm bread with creamy hummus, we opted to share the dishes grilled sliced octopus on a bed lightly dressed spring mix, salad with beets goat cheese & mango and Bronzino filet w lemony potatoes. The entire meal was chefs can't wait to go back. It is a byob the server was attentive with the pour & service. read more

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I've been coming here for years and EVOO never disappoints. One of the best Mediterranean restaurants in the area with fresh, high-quality food! During the summer they have outdoor seating on the street (the town closes the entire street for the restaurants) which is shared by mainly the millburn standard restaurant across. During the other months they have a few seats in the front of the space and a larger dining room in the back of the restaurant. The overall space is smaller so definitely call ahead for a reservation if possible. For starters - the grilled octopus is a must. It comes with hummus under it and is so delicious especially with the complimentary pita they bring to the table. Also love any of their salads - I'm usually iffy on feta cheese but it's so fresh it tastes amazing. For main meals, my favorites are the grilled branzino fish which you can have deboned or with bone, that comes with capers, lemon and a side of hericot verts. One of my absolute favorite dishes because of how fresh it is. Other favorites are the scallops, angry shrimp, seafood couscous, and even the filet minion which is super tender. Usually at a seafood focused restaurant the other meat dishes don't compare, which is not the case here. For dessert, highly recommend the baklava which has ample nuts and crunchy unlike other baklava's that get mushy. Overall a must go to place. For the quality of food you get the price is reasonable and will continue to stop by here as it's in my family's regular rotation of restaurants! read more

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Love this place. The menu is simple and thoughtfully curated, with a focus on fresh ingredients rather than overpowering spices. The service is attentive without being overbearing. Added perks include an elegant interior, BYOB, and being very allergy-friendly--especially for severe nut allergies, which they handle with ease and care. It's our go-to spot in Millburn/Short Hills. read more

Wife and I ordered the lentil soup, disappointing. Our salads were unimpressive, and the service was inattentive. Quite a bill for a second rate meal. read more

excellent . Great food. Great service. Great atmosphere!!!!! Wonderful lunch experience

Flying out of Newark at 3:30 we wanted a good lunch spot near the airport. Researched Milburn and E & L came up near the top and lived up to the 5 star reviews. Greek salad was excellent. Fresh non dairy butternut squash soup was unique and delicious. We have had octopus all over the tri-state and this was among the best we have tasted. The salmon was perfectly prepared - slightly crispy outside and moist center. The server and staff were friendly and descriptive about the menu. Would be a great place for lunch or dinner even if you need a place close to Newark airport. read more

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We came here for a Saturday evening dinner and were seated outside. We had our dog with us so I called ahead to make sure they were dog friendly which they were. They even brought out a pan of water for our little pup which was very sweet! We started with the grilled calamari which was delicious. It was very soft, and not chewy like other calamari I've had. I opted for the branzino as my entree which came with green beans. The fish was so light and the lemon caper sauce was so delightful. My fiancé had the tiger prawns and although tasty, they were overpriced in my opinion. We decided not to get dessert but our server was kind enough to bring us baklava to try. It was delicious and probably the best baklava I've had. I will definitely be back! read more

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Had dinner here before a show at the Paper Mill Playhouse. It's a lively place. The restaurant is very loud and tables are close together. They start you off with some good hummus and grilled pita. We then had the saganaki with fig jam, crab cake app, roasted salmon over a salad of farro, beets, and baby spinach, Chilean sea bass over mushroom and lemon risotto, and Greek yogurt topped with honey and sour cherries for dessert. Portions are generous, we couldn't finish all the food. Everything was prepared beautifully and delicious. Service was flawless. The prices are up there. I don't mind paying for a good meal, but $5.00 for a tea bag and a cup of hot water IDK. Our total for two apps, two fish entrées, one dessert and one cup of tea, $143.00 plus tip. read more

Omg lunch took so long. Not sure if they thought I had over an hour for lunch but maybe a miscommunication. The octopus was $25 and nothing special. It comes in a salad type preparation. Not my favorite. The gyro platter was ok. The gyro meat was bland. The spinach orzo side was ok. It was an ok meal but it was also took forever to get our main meal. 3 stars. read more

Overall we had a really nice experience. The restaurant was very accommodating of my dietary restrictions, fish was fresh, and a nice ambiance. A tip: this place is BYOB only, which we did not realize. read more

This place was wonderful, but, during the winter months,,,get it 2 go,,,the owner does NOT go 4 spit when it comes to heat, so plan on wearing u coat. But, keep in mind, the food is except, don't 4get to get the baklava (it's not 2 sweet, like most) read more

March 2023 We came here for lunch before a matinee at the Papermill. The food, service & dining areas were fine. Bathroom was clean. Millburn has municipal parking nearby. We'll come back here next time we're at the Papermill. I have two suggestions for the owner. The dining room was basically empty on a Saturday lunch before an almost sold out Disney musical. There was plenty of foot traffic on the street. Why don't you offer a pre-fix lunch before the theater? With a lunch menu (dinner menu is too much for lunch)? Second is the surcharge for credit cards. I can appreciate trying to control your expenses. The problem is people will not do the impulse buy of dessert or appetizer because the question is how much cash is in my wallet. I suspect we would have ordered a desert if you did not have the surcharge. Look at your desert revenue and you decide. read more

EVOO & Lemon - Saganaki Fried Cheese $14. 3/2023 - Mediterranean Near Me - Millburn, New Jersey

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The restaurant ambiance is casual. Kitchen is in the front while the seating in the back. I went here for lunch. Waiting staff service was good. The food was the best part of the restaurant. We both had the Branzino recommended by the waiter. It was outstanding. The tuna and grilled octopus were delicious. A keeper. read more

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Enjoyed a fabulous outdoor lunch with a friend here one afternoon, weather made it a picture perfect day. Food was delish. Had hummus and taziki apps. Split a chicken gyro. Perfect amount of food. Food was all very good. BYOB in the heart of Millburn. read more

EVOO & Lemon - Taziki and pita. - Mediterranean Near Me - Millburn, New Jersey

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Wow the food is fantastic!!! Meatballs- amazing... perfect and the sauce is everything! Red snapper special- yassss get it before they run out! Lamb kebab- very tasty! I will be back soon and now know why there can be a wait for a table!! read more

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Great fresh seafood. Love to visit it in the summer when you can sit outside. Service is always good and the seafood is always fresh and well cooked with a lot of flavor. read more