For airport food, it was pretty solid. You order with a QR code. They make you pay for the tip up front which I'm never a fan of, but the two people that helped us were both very friendly and actually made me wish I had given a little bit of a higher tip (another downside of prepaid tips). I had an old fashioned and it was in a tall tumbler which was disappointing but it tasted pretty good. The prices were high but the food was large. The $11.99 fries could easily feed two people. They were yummy. The parmesan chicken sandwich was also huge and not quite as good but still decent. The broccoli plate was disappointing. It was just plain broccoli with nothing spicing it up for $9.99. That definitely felt like a rip off. Besides the broccoli the rest of the meal was solid to good so I won't complain too much! read more

I happened to be in the c terminal with no United club....but then I saw this happy little spot. The two people helping at the register were welcoming, friendly and helpful. No QR code digital zombie crap. Real, happy (yes, HAPPY in NEWARK!) humans. But QR code ordering is available if you prefer. Now, the food? Hands down the best airport restaurant breakfast I have had. I basically live in airports. This was such a pleasant surprise. Eggs were real and tasty - not microwaved from frozen pucks. Avocado? Generous and fresh. Chili flakes on the sandwich? Inspired. Gave just a bit of heat, novelty and flavor to a breakfast staple. Ok, sorry for the rant. It's early, and I can't believe this random little airport stop. read more

I know that airport food is more expensive than usual but for a 20$ meal I would've at least hoped that whoever is cooking, would've seen this egg and decide not to serve it. It's clearly not good... but nope. They served me this green/grey egg. Gross. The sandwich was missing the spicy mayo as well. I went back to get it re-made. They re-made it and forgot the mayo ..again. read more

The Happy Clam - My egg was green/grey. It was also missing the mayo. I brought it back to be remade.. they forgot the mayo again. - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

I despise airport restaurants. They're like the dollar store of dining: all profit, zero quality. They don't care about ingredients, preparation, or presentation. Why would they? You're a captive audience--hungry, desperate, and with nowhere else to go. It's a con, and the payoff? Soggy fries like most lurid swamps of Louisiana, and nachos cheese so pugnant I'm afraid Frye Mexican National may declare war for even associating their good name with that garbage.... And the bill that makes you wonder if they're charging by the insult. BUT THEN... this restaurant came along and changed my life. The arrabbiata pasta? Chef's kiss. The vodka pasta? Could have made me weep. Mozzarella sticks? I almost proposed to the sauce. Fries, salad--it was all so good I forgot I was in Newark-- let alone-- in the airport. Power outlets at every seat? Yes, please. Wines that aren't boxed? Hallelujah. I didn't try the cocktails, but the folks around me were grinning like they'd just hit the jackpot at a slot machine. This wasn't just a meal--it was a revelation. Open-air design, chefs in action, everything sleek and chic. Was it cheap? Absolutely not. I gambled, folks. But for once, I won big. Whoever runs this place at Newark deserves a medal. They've figured out what every other airport is missing: We're not prisoners. We're people. People who just want a decent meal before our flight gets delayed. Bravo. read more

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Pre fligjt hang out spot, nothing fancy just the regulator 15$ airport beers, service is hit or miss, but honestly who cares not like your hanging out here all night., music is good, beer not so cold, it's an airport can't expect much, safe travels my friends! read more

The Happy Clam - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

Holy shit, this may be one of the worst airport bars I've ever been to, and that's saying something. Ain't nothing happy about this place. Had to literally wave my arms at the bartenders to get their attention after 10 mins of waiting around. Ordered a Guinness and a glass of water. Total was about $17 and the bartender rudely asked me if I wanted the change, to which I replied yes, because why the hell would I want to tip you with an attitude like that. At that point, she opens my can of Guinness and proceeds to demonstrate one of the worst pours I've seen of any beer. It was almost spiteful. She also forget my water. Probably also spiteful. They truly treat you like shit to the point where it's almost impressive. Go elsewhere unless you're some kind of masochist. read more

The service was fine. The food, a different story. I ordered Salmon puttanesca with a side of broccoli. The fish was a very small portion for the cost. It was very dry and poorly prepared. The broccoli was cold and bland. I requested another serving which was a little better, heat wise, slightly better than the first. I'm aware that airport food isn't the greatest but this was a rip off. I will not patronize again. read more

Do not eat here! I was at the Newark airport today and ordered a DiMaggio club which cost $30. I stepped away and placed my purse on the edge of the counter that sold mints to put my wallet away and an employee came up and rudely said get you bag off that. I said sorry and removed it and she went on to follow me around berating me and went around to other airport employees to point me out. I told her I complied immediately and she was being rude for berating me and she continued to humiliate me to random airport employees. I was shaken when I finally walked away near tears. read more

Disgusting food and horrible service, and then when I questioned the automatic 18% tip she rudely told me, "that's the way it is". But actually that's NOT the way it is according to the receipt, since my total was under $20, rather than above $100-something as stated on the receipt. Worst airport food I've ever had. Another waiter- not ours- kept hitting me every time he walked by as well. No apology, just constant whacks in the head. Rude Disgusting Overpriced even for an airport I wouldn't go back to this dump it if were the only thing open. read more

Very Rude and confusing. I order a breakfast sandwich and coffee and tried to seat down. The waitress very rudely told me a couldn't sit there. Apparently I didn't order at the right spot‍ won't be back. read more

Anything you get in the airport is expensive so if you choose to dine there then you already know .. Had some time to spare before my plane departed. Had a soda and order of mozzarella sticks ... $20 ... but it came out hot and was pretty decent for a snack. It also came out like 5 mins I'm satisfied read more

The food here was perfect before my flight. The Bloody Mary was also perfect. Not to spicy. The bartender was so friendly. Although it's just in the middle of the airport the space was very nice with plugs to plug my laptop in. read more

The Happy Clam - Bloody Mary - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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When stopping for food and coffee at an on-airport location, expectations are typically not high. The food was as promised, delivered in a reasonable time frame, and Haneef provided friendly, professional and helpful service. Thanks Haneef! Life is good with good service! read more

I'll leave a review as scant as the shrimp cocktail I ordered. If you're stranded at the airport and desperate, sure, shell out the crab - er, I mean CASH - for an overly priced underly generous portion of seafood. To be fair to them, the salmon tasted fresh and came delivered hot. It was just hard to swallow the fact that it was $30 for something I could have easily made it home for $5. And the shrimp cocktail? Delicious but such a measly portion and so expensive for something that was literally just chilling in the fridge. No preparation or cooking needed. Just threw it into a box with some greens read more

The Happy Clam - Salmon Puttanesca - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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Essentially you order from an iPad and someone drops your drink. They don't offer you a glass of tap water and they keep it moving. You of course add tip between 15-20% which is kind of whatever since the service is mediocre but I always tip. Besides that cosmo and Hampton water rose was good both drinks with tax and tip cost me about $50. Steep but it's the airport. The diner across the way is good for sweet potato fries. Other than that there's really nothing special. read more

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I ordered from the kiosk and the order took 35 minutes which is insane as the place wasn't very busy. It was already confusing as the front of the register had a sign for pick up so I waited there, however, I had to figure out that you needed to pick up your order on the side which had no indications whatsoever, as no one informed or had any signs. The staff could care less. They were just talking and laughing with one another. They made food for themselves, and saw them eating it first before customers orders. I got a chicken parm which was already overpriced and sauce was too overwhelming. Would highly recommend staying away from here and not waste your money. read more

Totally legit place to have lunch at Newark airport. Quick service good food but definitely pricey. Best for business travel. My meatball Parm sandwich was totally solid! No it wasn't the best I ever had but also wasn't bad at all. And no ingestion. For airport food. Also didn't have to wait like 20 or 30 minutes at that ridiculous food court they have at Newark airport. Pricey so not sure you want to bring the whole family here. Traveling around alone or on business this is a good spot! Salads look fresh and decent. Had food within minutes! And that's good since there's no fast food here anymore. read more

The Happy Clam - Food stand. - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

This is one of those places in the middle of the airport that you enjoyed to sit at right before your flight. And when I say in the middle of the airport, I really mean it. It's not one of the ones along the side, but it's located right in the middle of the long way with gates to either side. I have to admit the name gives me a little bit of a cringe. But the overall ambiance isn't bad, and it's almost bar style seating all the way around. I cannot speak to the food because that's not what we're doing here. But it does have a full bar , but it seems to be able to prepare any kind of cocktail you want. The kitchen is an open style kitchen and you can see everything that they're doing which is nice and also entertaining. There are other similar places to ride around the corner and also in the middle of the airport walking way. Actually there's one place that looks like an Italian spot that looks a little better to me. Especially in terms of ambiance, but same same, but different, right? read more

Service: just very bad service! Rude cashier ruined the interaction for me and it was slow. Ordering: It's a bit confusing how to order and then pay. What I did was order but then it told me to scan the printed paper at a different station. My matcha tiramisu came out before I paid so I was confused whether or not it was mine? It seems like it'd be easy to get away with not paying in that regard. Food: everything looked pretty pricey. I enjoyed my matcha tiramisu but do not think it was worth $9. It was a small portion given the price, and seemed pricey even by airport standards. read more

The Happy Clam - Matcha tiramisu - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

Mediocre food to shove into your pie hole at the expense of your bank account. A desperate move.

The eggplant parm tasted microwaved. Parts cold and horrible taste. Overpriced Lean Cuisine ‍ read more

The Happy Clam - a plate of spaghetti and meat - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

This was the cheapest egg and cheese on a roll inside Newark Airport, I think. Good price. read more

Food is sub par - literally buffet food is better. Service is below average - no water on arrival or throughout our meal despite asking. Dirty glasses - yet you are charged a 4% NJ Healthy Terminals Act fee... why? It's in the middle of the terminal walkway so I expected nothing from ambiance but damn can we get someone to actually serve us? $50 for two breakfast sandwiches... go somewhere else! read more

The BEC + avocado breakfast sandwich was really quite good. I sat down, ordered via a QR code, paid online and the food was delivered to my seat at the bar. I saw several reviews about the slow service but I wasn't in a rush so I gave it a try. My sandwich came ~15-20 minutes after ordering, but again wasn't in a rush. Would recommend this spot if you have time to sit and grab a drink & you're not hungry or rushing to catch a flight. read more

Much better than Vanguard which you'll see as soon as you come to Terminal C gates 101+, the service was better (my waitress actually acted like one and was delightful) and though the mimosa was still $13, I watched her pour it and it was what a mimosa should be proportion wise--much stronger than vanguard--which to me makes the $13 more worth it. I guess Newark airport has capitalized on food & alcohol as everything seems to cost the same no matter where you go ‍ if only Dunkin donuts sold mimosas! Charging stations available at every seat here too. read more

The Happy Clam - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

I stopped here for the crab claws - that was the only reason. 1. The Cobb salad was pretty small for $18. It was good, had a decent amount of crab on it, but wasn't filling. 2. The crab claws were good and fresh. $22 for six. 3. Fries were not crispy. Good seasoning. $9.50 for an order you can share with one or two other people. 4. The service was good. The waitress/bartender (Nina) was communicative and attentive. After ordering the crab claws, 20 minutes passed and Nina said they would be coming out soon. Instead of the claws, the manager showed up and informed me the claws sold out and apologized. He offered me some fries, removed the crab claw charge, and asked if I wanted oysters instead. I didn't want to eat oysters before boarding a 6 hour flight so I declined. After a few minutes he came back and said they were able to get the crab claws after all (probably from another restaurant, saison has them on the menu too) but apologized again and kept the charge off because of the wait and the confusion. He gave me an updated check and the tip was adjusted way down so I left some cash to get the tip back up to an appropriate level. Bottom line, the food and service here are good (slightly soggy fries), but it's a tad on the expensive side. Side note - it appears you get a 20% discount if you have a United credit card. read more

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I don't know that I've ever seen a more bleak set of reviews than in Newark Terminal C. This is due, in large part, to the fact that basically all of the restaurants are run by one corporate group. Which is why they don't call their eateries "restaurants" - rather, they are "OTG Experiences". The menus seem designed to pillage expense accounts, and the always-on tablets with moving graphics that you cannot turn off seem designed to pillage what little serenity you may possess after they loving embrace of the TSA. So here was our experience, for $45: * Five pieces of ravioli * One glass of wine * One bottle of beer Does that not sound like much? I should point out that the ravioli came WITH tomato sauce. So, you know, there's that. As I have described in a previous review, these places are a glimpse of a dystopian corporate future - facades that give the illusion of choice, but everything is made in the same unenthusiastic kitchen. As far as the food itself, the taste was rather generic, which is why the price point and portion size were so laughable. If you're stopping through and hungry I would recommend a sandwich. There are not many good places for food in the Newark airport. It's more a matter of finding the least bad option. Which is indeed an experience. read more

Food was not good (3 on 10 point scale) and excessively priced even for airport restaurants (at 1/2 the price the fool quality was still bad). My order got messed up twice. It took 30 min for my order to get made...and 45 min to get my proper order (it was messed up twice)...there is no warning when you order about his long it will take. This location is at an airport and 30 min to get food is unacceptable, let alone 45 min when all was said and done. We ordered from the airport gate and paid/tipped for table service (tables at the gate), but with how long it took, I ended up going back to the restaurant 4 times to pick up the food and then straighten out the order getting messed up. You pay tip at time of ordering. I asked the resultant to return my tip and they have yet to do so. Stay far far away. read more

OMG- this is an oasis of civilization in the middle of chaos. Great music. Open and in the middle of the walkways. My flight was delayed 2 hours so I was camping out. It took awhile to figure the iPad ordering system. You actually have to go all the way to pay for it to register. Then it asks about keeping the tab open. You know you did it correct when you get the receipt by e-mail. I ordered a pasta dish- the orecchiette primavera which was pasta primavera with an arugula pesto. It had a good flavor. But I t didn't look like the picture on the menu and was drowning in oil. It also had a lot more carrots and less cheese. If you ask for something from someone other than your waiter, forget it. Also good luck flagging someone down to get something like a glass of water. I really like the atmosphere but service and food needs work. read more

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Employees too busy to work their own system... We order: they get our cell number and print us a bar code... The send us an initial text 30min later we go check, wait for someone to acknowledge us (The employees were busy talking amongst themselves) our food was there waiting on us for God knows how long, we paid, and then we get the your food is ready text. read more

$42 for two glasses of wine HAHAHAH.. hahah.. ha. Ridiculous as they're not even good wines

I ordered a lox bagel platter. DO NOT order this if you have dirty hands or if you can't wash your hands immediately after! Every bit came separate. There was a toasted bagel, a small cup of cream cheese and capers, onions, tomato on the side. I had to use my hands to make the lox bagel myself. The lox itself was no good. I am someone who often takes their food apart to make sure the pickles or tomatoes are evenly distributed so having to put my food together myself wasn't something that would change my view of the taste of the lox bagel. After putting everything together, it tasted BELOW AVERAGE. While the decor of this place looks upscale, the food does not taste as good as the decor looks. read more

The Happy Clam - Lox platter - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

While I sure expected airport prices I didn't expect rude service and underwhelming food. We seated ourselves as it is an "island" style seating (by C108 gate). One of our spots was dirty with crumbs from the previous patron. Here comes the server, cleaning spots around us, but ignoring the filth on this one plate mate in front of me. When I asked Thadwin (? Not sure I got his name right) nicely to clean he said "you sat here before giving me a chance to clean", like it's my fault. Does the guy know his job?? Looking around us, all three of the servers look sad like someone forced the job on them. And while they work for tips, you log in your tips before your order is taken care of, so who cares, right? They got their tip, all 18% of it. So now they can be as rude as they want. We had the omelette sandwich with bacon, made with egg beaters, was edible. Mimosa was nice and Bloody Mary was tasteful but a bit virgin in the alcohol side. Overall, it's a OK stop before you board. I would say, if you choose the spot, don't be so generous with tips. At least not before their overall rating will pass the three stars mark (it's two now, and I know why!) read more

The Happy Clam - Drinks and breakfast - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

This place suck, don't eat or go anywhere near this place. It took 24 minutes to receive my order and it was cold, how sad

The food was pretty good for the airport. The crab Cobb salad was also decently priced for the airport at $13. The oysters were standard cost (6 for $18) The service though is just subpar. You order through the kiosk, so there is very little interaction with the waiter or waitress. I didn't have water for most of my meal until I asked someone for it. The oysters were very tasty but I don't even know where they were from because there was no interaction with the waiters or waitress. read more

The Happy Clam - Half dozen oysters for $18. They were really tasty but not sure where they were from. - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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The counters are filthy and the server only took napkins and silverware from prior customers after I asked him. They left mats that have food stains all over them. Stick with the drinks. I would be suspect of food in open environment like this. And servers have ZERO interest in being friendly. I truly miss the days of ordering from a person not an app read more

The Happy Clam - That hair or stain is from NOT me - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

It took them 28 minutes to make a bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich. Several people before me left without their food since it took so long and they had flights to catch. The sandwich wasn't bad, but not worth the wait read more

2 stars for the quick service, 1 star for the food. I am not even gonna complain about the price given that it is an airport place but seriously that would not be any excuse for the bad food. This was the most rubbery calamari I have had in my entire life. 5 mins into eating my food, I start agonizing--should I finish it because I just paid $18 for it or should I just not be sorry to my teeth? This is embarrassing. Maybe order other stuff. read more

The Happy Clam - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

The Happy Clam is set up with an iPad at each seat so you can order your food without interacting. However, this has the downside of making it near impossible to get the attention of your waitress. This is key, because my seat (and all of the ones around me) happened to not have forks. You're also requested to pay [and TIP] before you get your food, right when you order, which, with this customer service disaster is yet another issue. Furthermore, the iPad interface is confusing. It seems more preoccupied with advertising than with actually helping you get food in your belly. I had to help at least two different patrons navigate the ordering process. read more

The Happy Clam - Can you tell how to order food? It's not very intuitive... - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

Pint of draft beer is $9.10 plus tax and automatic 18% tip, so about $12. Hey well it's an airport and you can keep a very sharp eye on the agent desk at your gate, so maybe it's worth it. I think the phrase is "liquid courage" lol. In any case a pre-flight Sixpoint Crisp draft went down just fine, and as soon as the line started forming to board I was there. Genuinely friendly and fast service, that was a vast improvement over the last bar I hit in EWR, a-ok. The kitchen is right in the mix too, not hidden away, food comes fast. read more

The Happy Clam - iPad ordering system and gratuitous beer - Airport Lounges Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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