Exacting your pound of flesh at any reputable steakhouse these days has gotten prohibitively…read moreexpensive for all the economic reasons there's no need to recount here. And of course, the ala carte nature of the menu that these types of restaurants have perfected never disappoints the green eyeshade crew in the back office. That said, Fire and Oak delivered a superlative experience that made my subsequent poverty well worth it. The service was professional and attentive while the steaks delivered on their expected doneness. I suspect, that's why you come. A really easy five stars.

"We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Fire and Oak recently. While the food and atmosphere…read morewere great, the service is what truly set the evening apart. Our Server Alexander was incredibly attentive, professional, and had a great sense of timing--never making us feel rushed, yet always there exactly when we needed something. It's rare to find service this polished and genuine. He really went above and beyond to ensure our meal was perfect. If you're looking for a spot with top-tier hospitality, this is it!" This is our favorite place to eat and we've been going here for many years! the service and food are always Great! we have to point out that Hamilton was outstanding! We ordered the Oysters and requested that they be on the smaill size and with perfection they were served! Looking forward to our Next Visit Johnny O and Anna.

I visited Allendale Social last night with my family for dinner after it was recommended by several…read morefamily members and friends. The restaurant is very pretty overall, though the interior is quite dim, making it difficult to read the menu without additional light. The tables were also placed fairly close together. Our server was polite and welcoming throughout the evening. We started with the Korean fried chicken and tuna tataki. The chicken was moist and coated in a sweet and spicy sauce. The tuna tataki was flavorful; however, the taro chips were very thin and tended to break easily when holding the tuna. For our main courses, we ordered the Icelandic cod, rigatoni, Freebird chicken, and a side of whipped potatoes. Dessert was the hazelnut chocolate crunch, which was a nice way to end the meal. Overall, the food was enjoyable. That said, the pricing felt more in line with a fine dining experience, while the atmosphere and service were closer to an upscale casual restaurant. Some small details, such as the whipped potatoes being served without a serving spoon, stood out. While minor, these details can make a difference, especially at this price point.

Allendale Social didn't quite hit the spot for me, though there were some things I genuinely liked…read more The valet was convenient, and the outdoor patio with the string lights had a great ambiance. It's a nice space to hang out, especially on a warm evening. A few things threw me off, though. The bar staff kept running back and forth between the bar and another building, I'm guessing to grab bottles or restock. It was distracting, and I honestly wish they had just walked quickly instead of sprinting through the space. The bathrooms were also really tight and pretty filthy, which didn't help the overall feel. The food itself was fine, but everything tasted extremely salty. I'd be willing to give it another shot since the place is so hyped up, but I wouldn't go out of my way to return.

Finally! A place in my own town that I can rate 5 stars…read more Cooper's is a small pub located in Pearl River. There's street parking around the neighborhood that becomes free after 6. I suggest you head towards the houses, away from town, if you can't find a spot. I've been anxious to try this place as the pictures look solid enough and reviewers thus far seem content. My wife and I entered with plans to have beer and apps. We ended up getting Guinness, onion rings, fried calamari and the Cooper's Burger. You can't beat a 22oz Guinness for $8. The prices on their website also match what you'll see inside. Lately I find so many restaurants are charging more than they advertise online. Service was great, friendly and very attentive. I was also surprised to see how well they clean tables between customers. Spray, wipe table, wipe lamp, shakers, etc. It's totally clean for the next customer. There are only 8 or so tables in here, plus bar seating. We enjoyed some comfy seats at a high top table for two. The onion rings were great - crisp and battered nicely so they hold together. While almost a little overcooked, they were still good and better than I had at the last high end steakhouse I went to. The fried calamari was fairly priced and a good portion. It had a light crispness, though bigger pieces would've been nicer. They were mostly small, but certainly a lot of it. The accompanying marinara was good and plentiful. We got the Cooper's Burger cooked medium and it came out medium. It's a simple burger that comes with lettuce and tomato. Some red onion wouldn't been nice. They charge extra for all sorts of stuff you can get on top - fried mushrooms, fried onions, eggs, etc. It also comes with fries, which were good. Overall, it was a nice cozy time. Several middle aged couples ate here that night and a couple small groups. No loud bar crowds as they're all on central avenue. In fact, I was surprised how nice the acoustics were inside. You can hear people at your table no problem, can hear the music inside at the right level and don't hear a lot of background chatter or noise. I'd most certainly return if in the mood for pub food. And ... No credit card fee!

The chicken quesadilla and cheese burger is our go to meals…read more Can't go wrong with the Service, always attentive and friendly. The place is set up like a small pub very inviting.

Food: was great we want for dinner last year or two years ago…read more Service: top notch restaurant one good they took care of everyone Ambience; it nice dark but it make feel like you can go once n want up back I am thinking of going back again zoo

My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at Saddle River Inn and had a great experience…read more The food was delicious--we had the crab salad, crab cake rangoon, prime rib, and Dover sole, followed by ice cream sundae, crème brûlée, and cappuccino. Portions were just right for fine dining. Service on a Saturday night was very good, and the ambiance was dim, romantic, and perfect for the occasion. One thing I really appreciated was that no one was on their phones--it made the atmosphere feel more present (even felt a little awkward taking photos). We brought our own wine, and pricing is comparable to other higher-end restaurants. Overall, a memorable dinner and we'd definitely return.

Just WOW! Such an amazing experience. Food was spectacular. Service was exceptional. Everything was…read morejust wonderful. Highly recommend!!!

Go here for the Halibut special. I said I was going to share it with a friend but after one bite I…read moretold her she was SOL bc I was no longer willing to share it and wanted to keep it all myself. I don't even know what it was served over but it was some kind of shredded veg and covered in a delicious light savory sauce with a hint of sweetness which I just learned was from a "sweet drop pepper" garnish. I wish there were more of these cute little red gems! It was the first time anyone at our table saw them. It reminded me slightly of a slightly smoky ripe cherry tomato. Delicious!! I ate the almost the entire dish and ordered a side of truffle mashed potatoes. I was very satisfied with my main entree and the black truffle mashed were also delicious even though the chef didn't know what region they were from. (A truffle hunter told us to always ask the chef what region they are from to ensure they are authentic and not oil or fake lab grown because they have to certify the region they came from before exporting them.) TMI I know but if you're a foodie you might appreciate this knowledge. For appetizer, the table ordered the filet ravioli....I liked the Brown sauce and greenery it was served with but wish they included more green beans. The meat was cut in large pieces inside the ravioli and was very tender. It was unique. Save some bread for the sauce. Hub had the dry aged steak and thought it was too thin and meh for the price. He's picky AF so that that with a grain of salt. I think he was expecting the meat to be like Cafe panache or a steak house and it was not so he won't get that again. I didn't try it and I saw him get it down to the bone so I think he enjoyed it anyway. Dessert was a delish apple tart that was on fire with vanilla ice cream and garnished with delicious berries. There were a few chewy spots from the topping but I would absolutely get this again. The filling was perfect with sautéd apples with cinnamon. Be careful when taking your first bite!!! It's hot from the oven! Hub burnt his mouth. Regarding the service there are opportunities. First, it was extremely challenging to get a glass of water. Second, the first waiter forgot half the specials (but to be fair I forgot too because they were super complex and I can't even remember after eating it!!) The second waitress said all the specials and placed our order. I asked her for tap water that never came...asked again and after 30 min I asked again and this time a bottle of water came that was not tap water. Fine. I didn't send it back because I was so thirsty. This water ran out and then i finally got the tap water bottle from the guy but I could def taste the difference. If I come back again I'll will get the bottled water because something tasted off with the tap water. I wanted to ask for lemon to make it palatable but felt like I was being annoying because they were busy and it was impossible to get another refill. But it was getting late and they started clanking the silverware and turning up the lights and I'm sure everyone wanted to go home so that's fair. There was an amazing server that took the time to take multiple pictures of our group. He even stood on a chair to ensure we got a good shot. I appreciated this extra effort. For ambiance it's a nice place to go on a date or with a small group it kinda gave me NYC vibes as a nice lively atmosphere but it does get noisy and it can be hard to hear. I would have liked to hear the light French background music over the noise because you can hear it well in the restroom. Overall a lovely dining experience in NJ.

We're in the area staying at a hotel nearby and this came up well-reviewed with decent prices…read more We were very pleasantly surprised with delicious food, good prices, great drinks, great service with kind a waiter/bartender relaxed but cozy atmosphere, and an incredible dessert (the lemon cake). This is clearly a locals spot and I wish it was local to me, I'd be here all the time. If you're in the area or visiting it, this is the spot to hit! Just note that there's a lot of little upcharges such as extra for more tomato on the burger or sweet potato fries.

I've been here twice and everytime it's been great. This time around I met the owners and they were…read moreamazing!!! They are patient and helpful. I trusted them and they did not upset. Drinks were amazing and the food that they suggested was on point. Definitely will come here again cause it gives you that homebase feeling... this bar should be your go to and not plan b

Great atmosphere, polite snd nice waiter. The food was delicious, I had the salmon and it was the…read moremost "melt in mouth" salmon I've ever had, truly was the most tender fish I've eaten. Truly a wonderful dinner. Wish it wasn't BYOB, but really nice spot to have a meal. I also want to say the white chocolate moose pictured was delicious as well.

03/05/2026 Wow, 11 years since my last review, yet the food…read moreis still as wonderful as I remember. Came here with former work friends for lunch like we used to do although this time my wife came along. We have been here a time or 2 since my last review, so my wife loves Cafe Panache as much as I do. 2 warm goat cheese / beet salad, Salmon Tartare w/avocado/seaweed Salad and a Warm mushroom salad with arugula & parmesan were the appetizers we had. My wife had the Filet mignon ravioli / parmesan reggiano and Bordelaise sauce while I had the calves liver with, port wine and raisins. Normally I wouldn't order liver, but this being Cafe Panache, I knew it could only be good and it was. Not like Mom used to make where she would cook the liver for hours... or so it seemed. Our friends had the Halibut special and the Garlic shrimp salad, avocado / Chipotle. Still one of my favorite Jersey restaurants... and a BYOB!

We had a pretty good happy hour here with a group of about 15 colleagues…read more Drinks were all good, food was good, the bar area got rather hot although and it wasn't even crowded. Not too comfortable. Service was generally fine. Our server took care of us in the bar area, but she also had to deal with tables in the dining room. She did a good job. There must be another bar somewhere else because it seemed like our drinks weren't prepared behind the bar. They'd take a while to prepare after ordering and then come trickling in from somewhere else. The pickle chips, shishito peppers, wings (dry rub and buffalo), chicharon, were all great. Everyone especially liked the bee sting flatbread. The Queen flatbread was rather basic and not too popular, but I think it's supposed to be plain. Something else disappointing for me was that they don't have happy hour specials or a happy hour menu. Everything had to come from the main menu. Not much incentive for a group hitting the local spots for a fun happy hour.

Service was good and food was good as well at the Hearth and Tap this visit. We ordered two of the…read morespecial appetizers and each were just okay. The empanadas would have been very good if cooked a bit longer since they were a bit gummy inside. The shrimp ceviche was served in red sauce and was absent of a decent amount of shrimp. It was tasty but more of a salsa rather than a ceviche. The rib special lacked the promise of the flavors of the chipotle bbq sauce that was promised and described in the menu -- the pork lacked flavor. The chicken Milanese appeared to have been deep fried in a fryer rather than pan fried per tradition. This made the thin slices a bit tough and chewy which was unexpected. Disappointing that I didn't listen to my server who tried to steer me in a different direction as he advised. We haven't been wowed here the last three visits but will give it another shot in a few weeks to see if things have changed for the better. Listen to your servers, people!!