I never visited this place but went here for a book club meetup. Nothing fancy at all, definitely…read morebar vibes and it was a Sunday so the sports elevated the volume immensely. Although it was a bit crowded at the bar, service wasn't too bad. However, one of the book club members specifically asked for a drink without alcohol and ended up receiving a frozen lemonade with alcohol. So she left upset. As far as food: super mid. I was actually surprised when I cut into my fried chicken sandwich and it was a bit pink. The chef himself assured me the food was cooked but it just had that color because of the brine. Idk sounds like they should change the brine then. Loaded waffle fries were also kind of gross because there was so much oil. Seems like it's a place locals enjoy, I'm glad I'm not a local.

Loved this place!…read more Located in what used to be an old train station, this spot is as cool on the outside as it is on the inside. The vibe is fun and family-friendly, with plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. Inside, there are games for kids, making it a great hangout for all ages. I ordered the Pineapple Express cocktail, super tasty and strong! For food, I went with the half order of beef brisket, fried chicken, mac and cheese, and cornbread. The fried chicken was stellar, juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Everything was solid, but that chicken really stood out. It's located in Lackawanna Plaza, which has a trendy, up-and-coming feel with several other eateries to explore. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu and maybe check out the rest of the plaza while I'm at it!

Groovy Southern food meets refined semi-upscale downtown. What do we get?…read moreBreaded okra. Kiss my grits, but we aren't always talking BBQ when we're in the South. I've had me some soul food in Mississippi and 'Bama, though at a fraction of the price you get up North. Look, it's a Montclair thing. Pluses: Black owned restaurant serving cultural staples, plus foods for people who don't want Southern. Ambiance featured soul music, and at one point was playing Shaft! I can dig it. You're not left wanting for food quantity or quality. Plenty of shrimp in the grits, for example. Server was very pleasant to talk to with a little Southern twang to her voice. Why not five stars: Flavor needs deepening. For example, in the South I'm used to seeing okra chopped and breaded before being fried. Maybe more oily that way, more carbs... but more flavor as a result. I had the pulled chicken mac, which was a bit smaller of a dish overall (a bit intentional on my part) - and while the cheese flavors run deep, the meat did not. Shrimp and grits, I took a quick sample of my friend's grits and... I bet you can guess my finding there. Still, a very nice change from the usual Northern selection of foods. I would not hesitate to say Sweet T's is authentic and a nice visit if you're in town. You'll be paying a pretty penny wherever you eat, so you can tag this one on your list.

Amazing top tier dinner here for my bday. This place checked off all the boxes. Quality food and…read moregreat customer experience, and most importantly BLACK owned. love supporting my people. Keep up the great work! Amazing ambiance.

First time here and they did NOT disappoint!!!…read more I got the 2 piece dark meat chicken with a side and cornbread ...went with potato salad and added some candied yams on the side. Everything was sooo good, no complaints at all! The food was on point and the place itself was nice, clean, and had a really cute vibe. Definitely coming back!!!

There's home-cooked style soul food, and then there's cafeteria-style soul food. If you really grew…read moreup on soul food, you know exactly what I mean. Cornbread falls into that cafeteria-style category for me. We went on a Friday night and the restaurant was completely empty. I ordered the three-piece fried chicken with potato salad and cabbage. My friend had the oxtail with yams and collard greens. The fried chicken was flavorful and tasty, though I could tell it wasn't freshly fried--barely warm and not crispy, again, cafeteria style. The potato salad was really good and probably the highlight of my meal. The cabbage, however, had more onions and peppers than cabbage, which wasn't great. The cornbread itself was delicious but barely warm. I imagine it's really good straight out of the oven, but that's not what we were served. My friend did enjoy the oxtail. The collard greens were sweet but still good, and the yams were pretty decent. We ordered a peach cobbler to go because it sounded good, but once I got home it was very disappointing. The dough was barely cooked, and I could still see flour. If I had eaten it at the restaurant, I definitely would've sent it back. Service was great. The staff was friendly, we ordered at the counter, and they brought the food to our table. The space is small but has just enough seating. We were lucky to find on-street parking since we went late on a Friday night. They accept cash and all major credit cards. One small note: there are no bottled hot sauces, just small no-name packets, which weren't the best. We also had the sweet tea, which had a strange flavor--possibly honey--but it wasn't what I expected and I was no where near impressed. If you're expecting southern sweet tea, that's not what they have here. Pricing felt a little high for what's offered. Two dinners, two iced teas, and a very small peach cobbler to go cost us almost $70! Overall, decent food and friendly service, but for the price, I expected more of that true home-cooked soul food experience.

The Pit 178 Broad St…read more Bloomfield, NJ 07003 BBQ Pork Ribs This locally owned takeout spot specializes in Portuguese barbecue. The savory ribs were juicy and they fell right off the bone. A side of house made barbecue sauce spiked the flavor. The serving size was more the plentiful and they'll definitely be leftovers for another meal. Two sides of your choices are included with the platter. Indoor seating is limited to a few tables, so I recommend placing the order to go. #thepit #portuguesebarbecue #portuguesebbq #porkribs #bbqporkribs

I've driven by this place many times but it's typically been in the morning when they're not open…read morebut I finally decided to try them out. The reviews said that their portions were pretty generous and I absolutely can confirm this! I ordered 2 meals - Garlic Chicken w Rice and Black Beans and the Sirloin with Cole Slaw and Salad and I honestly have enough food for 4 meals (& their prices are super reasonable). Everything was really flavorful and cooked to my liking and the perfect bite was honestly the garlic chicken with a bit of the rice and beans and a little taste of coleslaw lol. We will definitely order from here again.

I've been wanting to try this place for awhile and was happy to stop by recently to try their…read morePistakio shake and some food items. The burger was a little over sauced for my liking but I can always tell them less next time. The fries are the way to go, beef, cheese, onions, sauce, pickles! Such a great combo and tasty. The star of the show, the milkshake was even better then I expected- would go back just for that

I had seen really good reviews about this place and decided to give it a try, unfortunately, it…read moredidn't live up to my expectations. The place is nice, they have free lemon water, and plenty of seating. Went up to order and the person behind the desk recommended I get the onions with the burger, said that the onions were what made it! I loved that enthusiasm and asked for it as is. I also got their cajun fries on the side. The burger was okay, it wasn't seasoned so nothing special or comparable to other smashburgers I've tried, and was small for the price. The fries were very salty, crispy, but the salt overpowered how good they may have been -- if you're gonna get fries, get the regular ones!

03/10/2026 Passed by here many times and always wanted to…read moretry it and as it turns out, everything was very good. We started with the Seafood jeon... a seafood pancake... which had a lot of seafood and was served crispy and hot. I ordered the 'Stir fried spicy squid' which had lots of squid in a very tasty sauce. My wife ordered the Tofu soup with kimchi and pork... pretty much a staple when we order Korean. As I said, everything was very good... the ambiance as well as the service we got from Alex. I'm sure we'll be back to this BYOB

Beautiful aesthetic as soon as you walk in. Its calm but also inviting and warm…read more Service was friendly although we had to get our server's attention once as it had been a while since he last checked on us and we needed something. Not really a big deal though as he was also very polite. Japchae appetizer was good but we mentioned one of our companions was vegan and so no meat, just veggies, but the egg wasnt omitted. for my main, i got their pork belly kimchi hot stone. It was a generous portion however I dont think I'll get that again only because I prefer my pork hotstone savory rather than sour from the kimchi. The kimchi gave that tanginess. Still cleaned up my plate though lol. The MangoAde was delicious though and im glad i went with that. Next time il have to try the pajeon or tteokbokki and perhaps another porkbelly just without the kimchi mixed in it.

Looking for crispy flavorful juicy chicken? Have no fear, CM Chicken is there... nestled right near…read morethe corner of Bloomfield Ave and Park St in the beautiful town of Montclair, if you head down just two flights of steps you will find yourself at CM Chicken. It can be easy to miss since it's on the lower level. The restaurant is chill, basic, several tables and chairs, menu on the wall... the logo and two tvs ...all the things needed to eat chicken in peace. Although the restaurant itself is nothing to write home about, but THE CHICKEN is delicious. I went on a Sunday afternoon and there was no one down there so I was instantly greeted by an older Asian man. He took my order and welcomed me to grab a seat and in about 15 minutes out came deliciousness. I ordered the garlic soy wings and mozzarella sticks (idk why I did) ... Listen we won't focus on the mozzarella sticks, let's focus on the Chicken. I took my order to go and when I got to finally eat it, the chicken was still hot and crispy even after about 30mins went by from the time I left the restaurant. The sweet/savory and spicy flavor definitely had me wanting more! I will be back for sure!

The tteokbokki and soy garlic wings are a great combo for a rainy day. The tteokbokki had a nice…read morespicy kick to it but not too spicy with the cheese added. It has a generous amount of fish cakes and cabbage. The wings were made to order and came out very crispy and hot. The place is clean and has plenty of tables. Music could be a bit too loud but overall vibe is nice. The staff there is very nice and service is fast.

The place is a small, sort of take out place, but they have a great location and the employees were…read morevery nice. Got two pieces of fried chicken for $6 which is a great deal! I don't eat a lot of fried food because I get a bad reaction, but this chicken was not greasy, yet it was juicy and crispy. I will most definitely come back!

Tried Urban Chicken on a whim because we couldn't decide what to eat. Unfortunately, the experience…read morewas underwhelming. We ordered chicken tenders and wings, but everything--from the flavor to the sauces--fell flat. Even after adding salt and extra sauce, the food still lacked that wow factor. On the bright side, the service was great. The staff was friendly, and the food was served hot and fresh. It's a very small takeout spot, so don't expect much in terms of seating. Parking in the area can be tricky, though. While the prices were fair and the location is convenient, the food just didn't deliver enough for me to consider returning.

If you know Korean chicken - crispy and barbecued - then this is the takeout place for you in…read moreMontclair.

Wish I knew this place's chicken is halal sooner. The soy garlic popcorn chicken is pretty good…read more Crispy. The sauce is a bit sweet tho, which I wish it wasn't.

My friend suggested this spot, I saw the reviews and pics and was looking forward to the onion ring…read moretower. The place has a chill bar vibe. Started with the Gourmet Breaded Onion Ring Tower which was nice and crispy, a lil burnt but still tasted good with their zesty sauce. I also got the Obal's Classic burger with bacon with side of bbq and honey mustard sauce. The burger was great and the bacon was crispy and def enhanced the burger. Honey mustard sauce was good with fries. Overall had a good experience and they seem to have interesting weekly specials. * Street parking * Get bacon with the burger or on anything

Been coming for years for their awesome ribs. Went tonight and were mortified to learn they changed…read moretheir recipe. Two words - Go back. The ribs were dry and tasted like they were dipped in a 100lb drum of salt. Staff is great but wtf? We hardly ate two orders and instead of at least taking one off, they gave us a drink chip. Cmon.