Ordered Pizza my husband picked it up it was under cooked like not cooked at all very…read moredisappointing! My daughter said bunch of teenagers working or not working behind the counter and oven ! Never again! Horrible honestly why !

Zappia's Restaurant is our go-to choice for all work-related catering needs--from breakfast to…read morelunch, they always deliver. Whenever we host a luncheon or party at the office, everyone requests their food. When pharmaceutical reps provide lunches, Zappia's is our go-to restaurant of choice. The pizza is the best around, and the overall quality never disappoints. Zappia's consistently provides top-notch service and delicious meals--we highly recommend them!

Yummy. A little pricey and confusing but hey I'm glad they are in business and do catering. I wish…read moreI could eat their lasagna every day.

What a great local find! Not just a deli but that too! Come here to get all your Italian goods here…read moreto stock your pantry and pick up some frozen food for when you need a soup or pasta last minute. Angie is a treasure and sells Fruit from her farmhouse in the summer. This place is such a gem. We got a tray of meatballs for a party and they were perfect! Highly recommend. Great service!

I took a lunch break in between appointments at Copper Kettle in Basking Ridge! The lemon mint…read morerefresher drink was so refreshing, and the quinoa shrimp spinach salad was delicious. If you're in the area, they're a great spot for both breakfast and lunch. The service was amazing, people are so friendly and dogs are welcome for outdoor seating. One more reason I love this community!

Food was good. But had help wanted sign as you walk in . Service was horrible…read more I tried to help by going inside to order AND I BROUGHT DRINKS out to table since it was So hot. 2 french toast was otdered, they brought 1 at about 30 mins after ordering, the other we had to wait another 15 to 20 minutes after the first one came out and after my husband went in and said something. There was only about four tables taken inside also and I realized there's only one person one server but still they had the kitchen staff bringing plates out . Maybe you need to work on timing as far as when the food comes out to make sure everybody's comes out together or within a minute or two after each other.

Let me get this out of the way, EXPENSIVE! That being said, the sandwiches we got were very good. I…read moreordered a hard salami on rye with mustard and yellow American cheese. Very tasty but it was not hard salami. It was a soft, fattier salami. I ordered from Steck's specifically because few deli's have hard salami offered. We also ordered a BLT. It was a risky move in my opinion since I make a great one. It had a good amount of bacon but it had Romaine lettuce. A good BLT should have iceberg lettuce. It was about $10.00. Still my friend enjoyed it.

This is one of the best deli's anywhere! Superb quality and…read morealways friendly service from the great team. Outstanding quality !

Great BYOB red sauce restaurant. Love the fried bocconcini. (Fried mozzarella balls)…read moreThe Hotsi Totsi Shrimp are also really good. Go with the Parms and pastas can't go wrong. The chicken Valdostano and the the pork chop giambotta are excellent!

Had a lapse in judgement and picked this restaurant based on google reviews instead of my trusted…read moreyelpers. Yelp reviews would've informed me about the hits and misses. It was a full restaurant and even without a reservation they accommodated us outdoors after a long wait. The focaccia bread for the table was so good. I ordered the chicken palard and the waiter made a point that it doesn't have any sauce, that it's "just chicken grilled with sautéed mushrooms on top". Despite this resounding endorsement, I ordered it. If I was the waiter, I would've said it's a simple, comfort dish of tender chicken with a savory blend of sautéed, buttery mushrooms. It's served with small side of penne marinara and I enjoyed the simplicity of this too. Unfortunately I was the only one happy and here are the misses. Cavetteli con ricotta, unlike the picture online with a dollop of ricotta on top, they blended the ricotta into the pasta. This diluted the flavor and made kind of a mush of things. The pasta was al dente and all the food was served hot, big points in my book. No need to write about the disappointing pizza, just look at the picture. Service was good and the atmosphere sitting outside was nice. The table before must have made a mess and there were fries all over the ground. I would've preferred they clean it up but never did. I'd come back but not sure I can convince my family.

Monterey Gourmet was once a staple of the Bernardsville and Basking Ridge communities. Fifteen…read moreyears ago, my wife and I would happily drive from neighboring towns just to enjoy their outstanding sandwiches, homemade desserts, extensive catering menu, and the warm hospitality of the two women who made the place feel so welcoming. When we moved to the area over a decade ago, Monterey still had that same charm for a while. Unfortunately, after it was sold, nearly everything that made it special began to disappear. The redesign of the interior was the first warning sign. The refrigerated display cases along the back wall and the bakery counter were removed, along with the shelves showcasing quality wines, spirits, and local craft beers. In their place came an awkward circular display island that forces customers to walk around it just to see what's available or even read the menu. The new layout simply didn't and still doesn't work. The food quality also declined. Hot sandwiches were prepared on the same small plug-in flat top grill used for bacon, leaving nearly everything with a bacon flavor whether you wanted it or not. Over time, higher quality meats were replaced with cheaper alternatives, and the thoughtfully selected wines and spirits gave way to lower quality bottles carrying surprisingly high markups. The business changed hands several more times, but each owner seemed to leave the store in worse condition than the last. The space gradually began to feel neglected; dusty shelves, tired fixtures, and the lingering smell of a freshly bleached floor mopped with what felt like a decades-old mop...an all too typical way businesses try to mask an odor with another. At one point, the shelves were so empty and the catering operation so diminished that many locals genuinely wondered whether Monterey was still open. Recently, the newest ownership has been promoting the business on Facebook as having "the same great food," great coffee, and now functioning primarily as a liquor store. While advertising the business isn't a bad idea, it's difficult to see how a small neighborhood market can compete with established retailers like Gary's or Adelphia in either selection or pricing. Of course we decided to give it a try, despite high expectations, the dishes felt flat and disappointing. Even more concerning is the marketing approach. Large "Under New Management" banners now cover the storefront windows, while bright advertising flags promoting cheap alcohol line the front lawn along Route 202, obscuring neighboring business signage. Rather than conveying quality, the presentation feels out of place for the community and comes across as more desperate than inviting. It suggests a lack of understanding of the local market and the customers they hope to attract. It's disappointing to watch what was once one of the area's premier lunch destinations become little more than a bodega style market. Monterey Gourmet used to draw customers from all over Somerset and Morris counties for exceptional food and catering. Today, little remains of that reputation. I genuinely do not believe the business will succeed and with the route it has taken, I hope it doesn't. If it does want to succeed, it will require more than new signage. It needs a clear vision. The space deserves a complete renovation: remove the impractical center island, thoroughly deep clean and refresh the interior, redesign the layout to improve customer flow, and create a menu that honors a handful of Monterey's classic favorites while introducing new, high quality offerings. Most importantly, the catering business should once again become the heart of the operation. Monterey was once known for catering lavish weddings, The Hunt, corporate lunches, parties, and community gatherings. Rebuilding that reputation could once again make it a destination rather than a stop of convenience. This will take time and money though, something most of the owners have refused to accept. The store should also return to offering a carefully curated selection of quality wines, spirits, and local craft beers displayed on classic shelving instead of relying on tacky outdoor banners and discount-style advertising. Finally, ownership should take the time to understand the community they're serving. Bernardsville and Basking Ridge value quality, consistency, and authenticity. Since the original owners left, each successive ownership group has seemed to overlook those values, and the decline has reflected that. Sadly, the Monterey Gourmet name itself has accumulated years of disappointment. Rebuilding trust may even require starting fresh with a new identity...a name change and riddance of the carbon copy logo from a neighboring pizzeria. Whatever the future holds, I hope someone eventually restores this location to the destination it once was, because this community deserves a neighborhood gourmet market worthy of its history.

"Under new management" - really ? What was the old management like ?…read more Walked in on a Wednesday during lunch hour - anyone behind the counter ? Hello ? Young Latin male appears to take order - he seems to be the only one in the store. Here we go :/ He plays cashier and rings up a nice lady who seems to have been waiting for a while judging by her sighs, huffs and puffs, he finished and takes the order of another couple waiting at deli counter (I'm still milling about mind you, observing the half empty shelves and loads of wine and booze for sale), and eventually takes my order. He was trying - we'll give him that - but no training at all, no demeanor, no banter, nothing. Since this deli was recommended, I'll order compare it with the NJ deli industry standard setter; Millburn Deli. I order a chicken cutlet sandwich. I asked him to press it - no press. He had no other recommendations. How could he - he is probably not "in country" long enough. At this point (the owner?) shows up - elderly gentleman who takes over the order and makes the sandwich. I asked this one if he had a press, he says no, but he has an oven. Okay - heat it up. I pay just $13 and change and walk out to eat elsewhere. Now the test - maybe it will be worth the trip? You readers be the judge - if the chicken looks dry, it's worse it's no better than cardboard. Wilty lettuce and super thin onions. Uff what. Waste of time. It's Millburn deli again hands down. Any positives ? It looks like they had some couple day old salads - standard stuff and some Italian stuff - but nothing impressive. And that's it. The chicken must of been. Day or three old. Which is basically it - the place is so NOT impressive for billing itself as a gourmet or "fine foods" establishment. Fine food has nothing to do with this place. I think I would have had better shot of a food deli sandwhich at Gary's Wines across the street and down a bit. At least they have fresh product all served with a smiling "hello - thank you for supporting us." Bernardsville is the wrong town for Monterey Fine Foods - much higher standards expected.

I would rather not add stars for this review because I have been here 2X and really like the food…read moreand the service is great. However, last week I looked them up and ordered through Yelp (facilitated by Grubhub, apparently). I ordered 2 of the roast beefs, 2 chopped chickens and a chicken Caesar salad and salivated during my 30 min drive to pick up. I arrived to an entirely still and locked store. No sign of anyone. I've often noticed vendors failing to update working hours, and that is frustrating. But what's worse is when I've got Yelp blaming Grubhub and Grubhub blaming everyone. I called and there was never anyone at the store though Grubhub took my money and gave me a pickup time. They agreed to refund me in several days but did absolutely nothing to compensate or remedy the situation and took no responsibility. So I will not be using Grubhub again (and that may mean ordering through Yelp if they only work through Grubhub). I hope Carved cleans up their act with times. Very frustrating when nobody takes responsibility and I don't know whether I can even trust ordering food through Yelp.

Carved offers some interesting sandwiches in the old Dorsi's Pharmacy deli/store area. However, it…read moreis unrelated to Dorsi's, which means no more wonderful chicken salad, a Dorsi family recipe. Life moves on. We tried the Stirling Dip, which consists of sliced roast beef, sharp provolone, and caramelized onion on a garlic baguette. It also comes with a side serving of beef au jus, pickled cucumbers, and red onions. The beef was high-quality and so tender! The sandwich was stacked with a lot of beef, and we split it. It was super filling, and we had a hard time finishing it. The bread was soft and delicious. The sandwich cost $18.00. It was juicy enough that it didn't need to be dipped in the au jus. I would have given it 5 stars, but it was on the salty side. They told us that they will start serving meals in the future.

My favorite local spot in Summit. Their portions are huge, and the food is always so fresh and…read moredelicious! My go to is the chicken yeero platter, but you really can't go wrong with anything here. I've gotten them catered for family parties and everyone always raves about it! The staff is always friendly and fast. I love that they set up tables outside during the warmer months, it adds a nice touch :) definitely stop by for consistently great food.

I should have reviewed them in 2020 when their Covid-compliant open air setup helped provide a…read morewelcome break from the usual. Given the impressive beef-lamb gyros I haven't deeply explored the menu, but last night I went beyond mere lemon potatoes to order the lemon chicken. It was a delightful citrus-on-citrus blast.