Appetizers were fresh and delicious 100% 10/10! And rhen the main dishes came out hot, well…read moreprepared, and very satisfying. It's a nice spot whether you're going for a relaxed dinner or meeting up with friends. And don't forget to come by this Cinco De Mayo! It's gonna be a fun day Definitely a place we'd come back to and recommend if you're in the area.

***2 1/2 stars***…read more It's rare that I have a mediocre experience where I actually want to go back to the place to give it another shot. I came here yesterday for a post-Odyssey meal with my top-tier chum from the Kingdom of Sussex around 3:30pm. We found this place by playing one of my favorite games, Yelp Roulette, where you scroll through the nearby activity feed and just pick a place that shows up on there. You can really get burned doing that, or find an interesting spot you wouldn't have otherwise stumbled upon. This one was a little column A, a little column B. The overall space is what Norte 175 really has going for it - it's a really cool building, and they've done some edgy interior decorating. It's super spacious and definitely a place I could see myself coming back for drinks in the future. My chum got a margarita but I'm in training so had to forego - arguably, maybe that was the issue; comparing notes, the drink was probably the best item either of us had, and I didn't get it. And it IS a tequila bar. I did get a diet soda, which had solid carbonation, so there's that at least. Neither of us were insanely hungry (we had a bit of fuel before our three-hour movie screening) so we split three apps - the guac, the chicken quesadilla and the grilled octopus. None of them were particularly noteworthy. Palate preference, but the guac had way too much stuff in it for me; I like a smooth, avocado-forward guac, not obscenely chunky with tons of onions guac. The octopus was not the best - texture is really important with that dish, and this one was way too chewy. The accompanying sauce didn't do enough to negate that for me. And the quesadilla was just okay; a bit bland and could probably use some kind of aioli sauce in it, or perhaps more seasoning overall with the chicken. It was fine and the best of the three, which sadly isn't saying much. We also got the raspberry lemon mousse cake (well, pretty much I did - my chum had literally one bite to be polite). As you can see from the attached, it doesn't look like anything like its stock photo on the menu, which is worth noting - still looks fine but given how different it looks in person, arguably false advertising on some level. If you're thinking about getting it, I'd rely on customer photos versus the menu if the optics are important to you. Tasty but a little too sweet - they doubled down, essentially, on the tartness, which made it a bit overwhelming, but I could easily see a lot of people being into this. The service was just okay. Our waitress did stop by occasionally but just didn't seem to be in a great mood. It honestly felt like a bit of an imposition to ask her for anything. Obviously could have just been having a bad day, but when your primary responsibility is hospitality dot dot dot. She wasn't mean by any stretch but I just wouldn't categorize her as pleasant. Is what it is. This place could really benefit from its location, literally five minutes from the Rockaway Mall - and this isn't an area with an enormous amount of options beyond the chains, so they have a legit opportunity to cash in if they can improve the food options. We'll see what happens in the future with round two.

I've been to Black River Barn a few times now and it's a solid local bar/grill. The menu has a ton…read moreof options, so there's something for everyone. Most recently, I've had the California Chicken Avocado Salad, Buffalo Chicken Wings, and the Barn Angus Burger. The portions are great and prices are reasonable. Service is pretty good. I noticed during my last visit our server had tables both inside and outside, so she was trying her best to juggle both. Parking can fill up quickly on busy nights but you can usually find a spot if you're patient. They have a beautiful outdoor patio area with lots of seating overlooking Black River Pond. FYI, there are some really cute turtles in the pond if you look closely :) Buffalo Chicken Wings: 5/5 California Avocado Salad: 4/5 Barn Angus Burger: 4/5

The crispy eggplant sandwich was lacking .. eggplant! We mentioned to the waiter and granted after…read morewe were winding down dinner, but no one did anything about it. You might want to rename the sandwich a "whole lotta bread and hardy any eggplant sandwich" to be more accurate. They charge $14.00 for this empty sandwich. They also don't put drink prices on their menu so you don't actually know what you are spending. Not a good experience.

We kept hearing for good wings go to Knotty Pine in Wharton…read more So we did.... Definitely a hole in the wall but Definitely a gem! The pub is small and the bartenders are friendly. The food is basic typical American menu. Standard popular beers on draft. We Definitely ordered the wings and tried the KKP (which is regular buffalo) and Motor oil The motor oil wings ended up being very good lol We then shared Ribeye cheese sandwich ;Onions & peppers come w/ the ribeye sandwich but I wanted Onions & he wanted peppers, we asked for it on the side & we put what we wanted on our halves Marriage is all about compromising We were so full. The food tasted very good and everything had great flavor! We definitely will be back we enjoyed it very much. If you are in the wharton area give it go and pop on in for some Motor Oil wings!!!

Wasn't a planned stop. Needed some food while traveling and this place was close and had a strong…read moreyelp rating. Arrived and ordered 12 wings since they stayed in the menu they were voted best in New Jersey, onion rings, and a couple pints. Went with 1/2 salt and vinegar and 1/2 motor oil which was a seeet Asian chili sauce. Holy wow these wings were the best I've ever had! The onion rings also may have been some of the best I've ever had. Yeah it's bar food but it's bar food on another level! If we ever find our way back to this part of the country we will definitely be back. Highly recommended!

Joe the server, really takes care of his customers and made our visit so nice. We would go back…read morejust how we were treated. I like when they change their menus and there are special's. Different portions from previous but I guess it was bound to happen.

This place was bigger than I thought. Nice ambiance. Good date place…read more The food was just ok. I started with the lobster bisque but it was way salty, they did take it of the bill. The potion sizes are like Texas size... lol. Not mad at that. Overall a decent experience.

We made a reservation for a casual friends dinner. Requested a dining room table a few days before,…read moreknowing the weather was looking sketchy. They called me numerous times in the afternoon (sorry, I was unavailable) and the restaurant eventually cancelled our reservation due to dangerous conditions, letting us know they were closing early. Thank you for your efforts to communicate with me, and for caring about that much about your staff. We'll see you soon!

We had a great family lunch at The Windlass! The location right on Lake Hopatcong is beautiful, and…read moreit was so cool watching people dock their boats and walk right in for a bite. We sat inside but there are tables outside along the dock. They have both an indoor and outdoor bar, including a really unique boat-shaped bar inside. The service was super friendly from start to finish. As for the food, the portions are massive! We tried the wood-fired oven pizza, which had a great crust. A few of our dishes were a bit on the salty side, but overall everything tasted good. It is a fantastic, relaxed spot to bring the family for lunch by the water.

Traveling through this area and decided to try this place. The food was amazing. My husband and son…read morehad tow different steak sandwiches and I had the grilled pork chop. They made it perfect the way I asked them to. The octopus is next level. We all split the apple crisp dessert. The service was on point and the ambiance is welcoming and relaxing. We would definitely do this again.

Stonewood Tavern is classy and charming . Feels rustic and modern with an interesting menu. I had…read morethe squid and it was delicious !server was a professional and very pleasant . If I'm in the area again I will stop by The Bar is so inviting and that large mirror is fabulous.

Authenticity Cozy Irish Pub with soft lighting and warm friendly staff. Smaller establishment but…read morenot too tight. There may be a wait on busier days; but not too bad and worth it. Nice bar, and good selection for wines and beer. Parking is street parking mostly and they have couple of parking spots to the side of the restaurant. Genuine hospitality that welcomes you like they've known you forever. You are going to ask why you haven't been here many times before after you visit. Everything is of quality and fresh. The menu is concentrated offering a nice balance of traditional items and Irish dishes. The Potato and Leek Soup is made very well with such a clean smooth broth and plenty of potato and leek present in the soup. Try the Cajun Chicken and Sausage gumbo was a nice option offering Big pieces of Chicken and Andouille Sausage. Nice kick but not overwhelming. Clams or Mussels appetizers are on point and worth sharing with the table. The Corned Beef and Cabbage dish was amazing and definitely NOT bland! Lean Corned Beef and fresh hand cut veggies make this a must have! The NY Strip, is tender, cooked perfectly and recommend having the whiskey sauce over the top! For $38.95 it is a bargain! Highly recommended as it literally checks every box for me. Will definitely return!

The Quiet Man has been a local favorite for decades. I have so many memories of wonderful times…read morewith family and friends. I'm saddened that they will be closing at the end of the month. The hospitality and great service, warm and inviting ambiance, fresh pints of Guinness, and delicious meals will live in my memory. Hoping to make another trip or two while I can.

We stopped in for a casual lunch and were blown away by the friendly service, quality of the food,…read moreand freshness of the toppings bar. The burgers were made to order and delicious! It was fun to sample the sauces and we enjoyed the milkshake a lot. It also seems incredibly family friendly with the small connected arcade. This would be a perfect spot for folks looking for something to do on a cold day! It was our first time coming, and we will be back.

I am 99% sure I have low iron. The way I absolutely CRAVE beef is ridiculous. So much so my brother…read moresent me money for a burger press just so I would STFU about the importance of crispy edges on a smash burger. Update: the beef craving appears to be related to perimenopause as all my mid-40s girlfriends have it too. I'm putting my ovaries on FB marketplace. Sick of it!! We used to go to "Fudds" as my dad (god rest his soul) called it at least once a week since I was in like 7th grade. Who remembers the Rt 1 location in Edison, followed by Bridgewater?? My "little" brother who is now 38 would be so hype to get the little dessert token with his kids meal. The whole experience is just so nostalgic for me - not to mention DELICIOUS!! But then they kinda all closed around here. There was one by my old spot in Silver Spring MD but that closed too. Interestingly, I saw one while I was in Dubai lmaaaooo but around NJ it's Parsippany (which wasn't that great) or as I discovered this week, this one. Yo, I smelled it before I even saw it. I had a friend doing her PHd on memory and smell and honestly she shoulda just made Fudds her fieldsite. As soon as I turned the corner of the strip mall I was like wait. Can it be?? And then boom - the sign. I texted my brother and said "I've got something that's gonna blow you mind." To his credit he thought I had discovered a secret Culver's lmao. This was somehow better. His response, "you gotta go in." AND DID! Placed my order for a 1/2lb mushroom burger on the website and went in 20 minutes later. It was everything I remembered. Pillow, buttery bun. Seasoned meat cooked to perfection. And that Fixins and condiment bar!! Just like old times. Low key was having a challenging day up until that point feeling overwhelmed by the reality of racism. (Did yall see that new "English proficiency" rules for truck drivers - better known by its short name - racial profiling) and I had already cried on a work call smh. To find this place, it was like I was 12 again with both my parents alive, just safe, having dinner. I hope when we die, it's like a tesseract where we can just choose a safe moment in time and stay there forever. Until then, burgers.

Miner's apron has become one of our go to spots when we want a cozy meal that we know won't…read moredisappoint! The owner is always so friendly and makes a point to interact with all the tables. Adding some more pictures from our recent visits!

I stopped at this restaurant for dinner. When I arrived I parked in their lot. I walked in and was…read moregreeted! The staff were great! The place was cozy! I ordered with Ava and had: Pig Iron Old Fashioned Thursdays 1/2 off wine bottles Grilled Chicken Wings Cacio e Pepe Primavera & Shrimp Salmon Apple Crunch Cake They had 1/2 off wine bottles as well! I loved the old-fashioned and the pasta dish! It was a good time in this restaurant!

My future son in law wanted to introduce my mother in law visiting from Portugal to Cracker Barrel!…read more Had late breakfast before returning home! Biscuits were amazingly delicious, served warm! Moist and fluffy!! Latte was good! Server Maya was great! Service though was extremely slow! We enjoyed each other's company But it took a long long time to get our breakfast!

Great service and adorable theming inside with a great little gift shop full of retro candy, toys,…read moreand fun homegoods. My meal was decent. The Big Easy Steak & Shrimp was a meal I had seen advertisements for and wanted to try. The shrimp was delicious and well seasoned but the steak was super chewy, overcooked, and flavorless despite swimming in a "Cajun Sauce." My baked potato and green beans were perfection, loved them! This is a good roadtrip stop, but stick to the things you know will come out good. Steak may not be the best option!