Enjoyed a birthday dinner here and everything was pleasant! The food was all very good and large…read moreportions. The staff are professional and the ambiance is high-end. The octopus was my favorite! All the seafood was very fresh.

Here's the deal. I went to the monthly flamenco dance performance. It was very enjoyable and on its…read moreown would be a 4. The only thing I don't understand is why they miked the guitar in a smallish restaurant so Smartwatches kept flashed "louder than 90dB" warnings. It really wasn't necessary. But you go to a restaurant for the food. And my food was a 2 with the wind behind it. I had the Chicken Extremena, which is chicken filets with onions, red peppers, potatoes and Spanish sausage. Yes, all those ingredients were in the dish. It was too salty although it did have a bit of a kick. All in all, the ingredients didn't blend well, it sort of seemed like they were thrown together and doused in a generic . A friend had the Veal Corunesa, which is veal and mushrooms sauteed in brandy sauce. She stated that a fine piece of veal was cut into little pieces, overcooked and swimming in brandy sauce. Now, the people who ordered the pan fried filet of fish and the pork chops had good meals. But the chef should be able to do something other than panfry and broil. Last point, I had a chocolate brownie with walnuts and vanilla ice cream for dessert. I am know for my proclivity to eat anything chocolate. I took a bite of a dry brownie and ate the vanilla ice cream. I heard the tiramisu was good. But I didn't have the tiramisa. Service was prompt, surroundings pleasant. So here's the deal. The quality of the food was too erratic to be three stars. The entertainment was very pleasant, so averaging a 4 + 2 equals 3. I have no desire to go back and try again. There are so many good Spanish restaurants in Essex County even outside of the Ironbound that going here for a dinner just seems to be a waste.

visited a few days ago for dinner & had a wonderful time! our server dakota was so friendly,…read moreespecially after hearing that it was our first time in new jersey which made us feel welcomed after a craaazyy day of traveling. we really loved the miso cauliflower!! the flavor was incredible and it was perfectly cooked. my partner enjoyed the fish & chips -- and the smashed pea sauce?? delicious !! i had the alex morgan pie (vegan) but didn't realize it was so large (definitely meant for 2 people). it was sooo yummy - the toppings go well together and make for a perfect salty & savory bite. it's also a gorgeous space. loved getting to dine outside on a beautiful evening

Pretty big place with a bar and even an outdoor area. The service was nice, definitely not as good…read morein comparison to other places in town - they did forget about one of the items we ordered so it took an extra 20 minutes for that to get to our table, and our waiter did not check back in on us until we called her over to get the check. I order their chicken sandwich and truffle fries and they were OK. The truffle fries were good, and you do get a lot, I think it would've been nice if they added some herbs on top as most places do as it gives it a nice taste. The chicken sandwich was very average and the chicken itself was a bit dry. I think maybe I'll give it another try for a night where I just want some drinks and a pizza as that seems to be what most people go with at this establishment .

My group ate outside on Church Street for brunch, and we absolutely loved it! We peeked inside and…read morethe decor is modern and attractive. Our waitress was fantastic and made some great suggestions. We shared two orders of the Biscuit with butter and jam. This was heaven! So buttery and moist. The jam made it next level. I had the BLTA with Fries. The first bite was a flavor explosion in my mouth! These people know how to properly season food! Crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, ripe avocados, all on a perfectly soft grain bread. And the fries were excellent as well! My friends all enjoyed their meals as well. They also have very fun mocktails. My friends and I tried three different types and they were all delicious. This was a standout meal. Now I can't wait to try it for dinner!

My friend and I stopped in for brunch, bottle of Prosecco in hand since it's BYOB. The space is…read morethoughtfully curated, with just the right amount of décor and whimsy. See Leo coaster. If you order anything here, let it be the duck fat tater tots! The presentation was beautiful, and the combination of salmon roe and lemon crème fraîche was simply delectable. My friend and I both ordered the market hash skillet with seasoned vegetables and burrata. Needless to say, we were very pleased with our food selection and our mimosas. The staff were welcoming and patient with all of our questions. I'm already excited to come back for dinner.

Had the pleasure of dining at Woodcroft Steakhouse & Seafood before I attended a concert and had an…read moreamazing experience. My party and I made reservations and when we arrived, we were promptly sat. The restaurant has a family decor feel to it which instantly made me feel comfortable. The staff were very pleasant and helpful. For appetizers, we ordered the clams in butter sauce which was so delicious. For entrees, a number of us ordered the surf and turf. It came with spinach and mashed potatoes which was the most the perfect pair to the dish. Everything came out fresh and prompt. Really enjoyed my time here and I can't wait to come back.

Called to make a reservation for my birthday dinner for 12 people…read more Website doesn't state if there is a full bar, nothing on the menu or a drink menu or perhaps it was BYOB. So I just asked the guy who picked up the phone and he was the rudest P.O.S I've spoken to. All I asked was do you have a full bar and answered me with such a rude attitude, I told him to go F himself and cancel my reservation. So you lost out on a table of 12 people, probably a $1-2K total bill and now will be telling everyone to avoid this place. So whoever you had at the front desk answering the phone earlier this week, thank them for losing you business for tonight and going forward.

From the entire awesome staff to the delicious food, this was a great choice. We were looking for a…read morenice place to have dinner while visiting our son at school that also wouldn't break the bank, and we found it! We will come here every time we visit for sure!(We recommend the calamari!)

We really enjoyed our experience here!…read more The pretzel was ENORMOUS--seriously, look at the picture with my fiancés hand for scale! It was warm, soft, and huge. The cheese dip was good but would've been better if it were beer cheese. Also, some areas without salt were a little bland, but overall it was a great appetizer. The spaghetti and meatballs were just okay. The pasta was a little lackluster, but the meatballs were excellent! The tuna appetizer was the standout for me. It was such a generous portion that it could easily be an entrée for some, and I could honestly eat this dish every day. Absolutely amazing! The ribeye was also fantastic and incredibly flavorful. In fact, we ate at a very expensive steakhouse in Atlantic City the night before, and I honestly thought the ribeye here was better. Not only was the steak better here, but our entire meal was better--and we spent about half as much here. That says a lot! The potatoes were roasted perfectly. The only miss for my meal was the carrots--only three small carrots and no seasoning. A larger portion with some cracked pepper or brown sugar would have been a nice touch. Our server, Ally, was wonderful--energetic, pleasant, and full of great recommendations. The staff constantly checked on us without being overbearing. The restaurant itself is beautiful, especially the faux flowers cascading from the ceiling. The bathroom is quite small, but that's a minor detail. Overall, we had a fantastic experience and would highly recommend it. Our only wish is that it were closer to home so we could go more often!

05/17/26 This time we brought my sister in law here for a…read morebrunch. Not sure how, but we some how we managed to get in. MMAM is quickly becoming one of our favorite restaurants. Great food, excellent service and a very class ambiance. This time we had shrimp and grits, Latin tribute tamale and fried chicken and grits. All great dishes. A whole showcase of desserts, but we got here too late and they were cleaning it up for the day halfway through our meal. (Our loss) Gonna keep it short because I've been away for a while and need to catch up on my reviews. Bottom line... do try MMAM. I'm sure you'll love it. Yes... it's a BYOB!

Have been here twice and food and service was exceptional! I especially loved the hot latte. Always…read moreappreciate when food places can do great coffees too. Interior is cute and cozy, great place to meet with friends or go on a brunch date.

This is an elegant establishment, a grand building in the architectural style of an Italian…read morepalazzo, purportedly redesigned in the mid 80's in the style of one of Milan's grand eateries. It's at the high point of the first set of hills when traveling west from Manhattan into New Jersey affording spectacular views of the city. This overlook served as an encampment for General Washington during the Revolutionary War. The restaurant is within the Eagle Rick Reservation which contains a 9/11 memorial and areas for family gatherings and hiking trails. For these reasons parking can become a challenge at busy times. However, the restaurant offers valet parking, if you prefer to not hunt for a space during busy evenings. We dined here several times throughout our 25+ years in the vicinity. This review is of our meal on the lovely late summer evening of September 6, 2026. This was a busy evening when parking was limited due to the pleasant weather, the Labor Day weekend, and the coming 25th 9/11 anniversary. At 6PM the sun was beginning its decent and with the pleasant weather, barely warm and not hot and humid, we chose to dine on the outdoor patio. The setting was perfect and why this aspect was a 5-star experience. Having visited on previous occasions we can also recommend the same great views of NYC are available in the main dining room. The bar area also affords a separate menu and is also a great space to dine if your appetite calls for something less than a grand meal and a cozier venue. The restaurant positions itself as a premier dining experience. The setting certainly warrants it. The food is likewise supposed to match. Often it does, but at other times it falls short of expectations given those expectations are high, as well as the prices. The prices reflect the offerings and are probably to be considered within reason given the expected high standards. We started with cocktails, which were excellent to the taste, but of just average potency. We were asked if we wanted bread, which suggested it might be an extra charge, but it was not. The "bread" was actually three small accented muffins with two types of butter. We then ordered. Dining on the patio we were provided both the main menu and the bar menu, which was a nice option. My wife chose two appetizers and declined a main course. She ordered the crab cake, which looked better in presentation than taste, as it was found to be on the dry side, and the lollipop lamb chops, of which there were four, so it almost constituted a main course. My wife enjoyed these more than the crab cake. They did look excellent. I chose the California Roll to start. It was presented nicely, but it was ordinary. It was supposed to be made with snow crab as opposed to fake crab, but I was not convinced. I had the Lobster Doré, which was better looking than it was in taste, finding it a bit chewy. We shared a glass of the special to the menu addition Silver Oak Cab. It was a generous pour, but was over $30 for the glass. It was worth it. For dessert we shared the Basque cheesecake which was a hit. All in all a great location, but a little letdown in the cuisine, especially given expectations. We will be back though, as we have had better food on other occasions.

My wife and I went to the Highlawn for our anniversary. It's not a restaurant I would generally…read morechoose, but we had a gift certificate to use. It has been quite a few years since I last visited and was pleasantly surprised by the upgrades to the place. Initially, we were shunted off to a side table and had to ask for a window one, which we were reluctantly given (there were many open ones). The wait staff was pleasant enough (the water and bread service being the best), and we proceeded to order drinks. This is where the issues started. They grouped sparkling wines with roses, which made me think I was ordering a sparkling one when I wasn't. No biggie, but they should change that; I can't be the first or last to make this error. Now to the food. We were very excited to order the tomato & stone fruit salad, and very disappointed when what we got was a tomato salad with three (very thin) peach slices (at least I think they were; not very tasty, so I could not tell). One strike, so I was hoping for better luck with my entrée. That was not much better. I ordered the lobster ravioli, which came with a dense sauce and pasty ravioli, and an overcooked lobster claw buried in it. Not what I expected from a 5-star place. My wife's sashimi was much better, even if her double order of Hamachi was strange. We were not charged for that, and she was given a new choice. The dessert menu listed bread pudding with a 30-minute prep time, but if the staff did not inform you earlier, it's not really a choice, so I ordered the cheesecake, which was acceptable but poorly plated, with not enough fruit or sauce. I see that all the 5 stars are from people who call themselves foodies. I have real reservations about any of them having real five-star food outside of NJ; they should consider trying Manhattan to get an education. In the end, the view is the best part of the place (must give the hard-working staff credit for a nice evening). Will I be back? Probably not for another ten years. (it will not let me upload photos)

Good Margarita pizza Service is good…read more Relaxing atmosphere. Ive enjoyed coming here and will come back

Came here for their Drag Brunch on Sunday. The theme was Babes of Broadway, and OMG was it…read moreawesome!! They had themed cocktails, which were delicious- priced at around $15 each which was a bit more than in other places, but I understood since it was a special event. The food was okay, I got their Chicken Caesar sandwich which wasn't amazing but was also not bad -- i think i would've appreciated if they used a different bread for it. The service was great, though they did get our food out at different times - we were warned about it, so it was good to have set the expectations for it -. I'm going back next month for another drag brunch, and bringing a friend, because it was SO much fun!!!