What a letdown. I've been shopping at the Caldwell Shoprite for over twenty years, and I was…read morelooking forward to the new location. As much as I liked the convenience and quick "in and out" quality of the smaller original location, the idea of a new, larger store with more inventory and variety was exciting, but sadly, all the negative qualities of this new store have discouraged me from shopping there, and frankly after shopping there just twice I don't plan to return. There are very few handicapped parking spaces, and they only exist at one of the two entrances. Although for reasons passing understanding, there's a solitary handicapped spot out in the farthest corner of the parking lot. What's that about? The main entrance to the parking lot is also at the exact spot where the main entrance and exit to the store is located, which causes an almost omnipresent bottleneck of cars waiting to get into the parking lot, while customers are entering or existing the store with their carts. The inside of the store is impressive at first glance, but that only lasts until you start actually shopping. The produce department somehow feels smaller than the old store with less inventory. The small produce bins are for the most part are equally sized, with no apparent thought given to what they would contain. For example, bananas are in the same size bin as the plantains. Which do you think they sell more of in Caldwell? So, the bins with the popular/everyday items need to constantly be refilled and are consequently frequently empty. Why they didn't make larger bins for bulk items like tomatoes, potatoes and onions is baffling. The deli counter is also smaller than the older store. It's now a small counter where both the customers and the deli people battle for space. In addition, the store has created yet another crowded bottleneck there. Customers who are waiting at the deli counter act as a human barrier to all the other foot traffic that can't get past them. Again, poor planning. The bread counter. Again, smaller than the old store. I've included pictures. The new store has a large dining area with tables that divides the produce area. It's nice idea in concept, since the store does have an upgraded hot foods counter and more prepared foods, but the reality is that the area seems mostly unused aside from the few Shoprite employees I saw eating there, and it acts as a sort dead zone right in the middle of the produce area. The Morristown Shoprite and Livingston Shoprite have similar dining areas, but are wisely located outside of the main shopping area. The aisles are another frustrating design choice. They are loooong. Why they did not make some sort pass-thru at the midpoint, just like the Morristown Shoprite did and Wegman's did with their long aisles is a question. There also seems to be an issue with where the store places it's products. Every supermarket in the country puts the ice cream cones with the ice cream (and Caldwell used to). Now the ice cream cones are at the opposite end of the store in the aisle with the crackers or cookies. It took three employees to find them. This counterintuitive placement of products seems to be a running theme of which that is just one example. On the plus side, the store does sell liquor and beer now, but again, they have chosen to place that section right at the entrance to the store, bisecting the food aisles, which is simply odd to me. The bottom line is the store is new and it is beautiful, but the planning and execution for real, everyday shopping is sorely lacking. Choosing style over substance was a bad choice. Hopefully it's one they can correct. Until then I'm driving to Parsippany, Livingston, or Little Falls (heck, even West Orange).

I come here every so often, there is a great time to go which is around 4:30pm. Other than that…read more That place is a zoo. Between the crazy mom and dads with their little kids and stuffing their cart to the brim and the seniors with nothing else to do during the day so there isn't a rush to get thru the aisle. It's hectic. I actually would pay more to avoid the parking lot area and that mess of people in there. I did however, ordered catering since a lot of people do rave about it. And it was amazing. Their finger sandwiches were a hit at the party. Fresh deli meat and Martin bread, you can't beat that. The platter I ordered served 8, which was way enough for people to take home. Love the decor and i hope they're taking it to the new ShopRite.

Excellent thin chicken cutlets and really not a bad price! Will be back to try other things! I…read morelooked around and saw really nice Italian specialties and the staff were friendly!

The absolute best! They have been our butchers since the day they took over the business, anything…read moreI need, special cuts and they bring my order out to the parking lot! Second to none for quality meats!

Dedicated parking lot in the rear, convenient hours, pleasant employees, wide variety of products…read more I don't usually buy produce here because there's always little gnats/fruit flies.

Stop & Shop Till You Drop!! hopefully it doesn't ever come to that but just in case it does and…read moreanyone's looking for me, I'll probably be over in the Meat Department. Seriously though anyone who really knows me would've already figured that one out in like three seconds, LOL!! This is a pretty solid store where the positives definitely outweigh the negatives and most of the employees here seem genuinely helpful plus shelves are well stocked. I'm always able to get whatever I'm looking for plus some other stuff I didn't even know I needed but bought anyway. As someone who's not from this area it isn't my regular go-to grocery store but with reasonable prices on most things thanks to their "Rewards Points" program, I could definitely see myself Stopping & Shopping here whenever I'm in this part of the neighborhood. Come And Get Your Shopping On!!

This is my go to when ShopRite is fully packed with the crazies. Simple place. It's a hit or miss…read morewith the produce section but I go on the weekdays now and avoid the weekends. It's a little more expensive than ShopRite or even target but all good. I got for convenience and my sanity. Lines are usually short. Very clean and quiet. Love the robot guy Marty and watching the new people stare at it.

This place has saved me multiple times where I've been in the middle of cooking and realized I…read moreforgot an ingredient. It's very convenient to have right down the street, no need to pop onto a highway. Some of the reviews say the prices are higher, and that may be true. I haven't taken this into consideration when shopping, because it's very convenient so I'm willing to pay more. They are open until 8PM on most days, which is great and unusual for a place like this as well. Grateful to have this place in town!

You may not seek this place out. You may not believe what I am about to tell you. You may not ever…read morecome across this review because you are busy searching restaurants in NYC for your next first date...BUT, you will be missing out. Lucky Farmers Market is a non-descript bodega perched in a four deep mini-mall on Bloomfield Ave. in Verona (co-occupied by Subway and double Krauszers). Sounds awesome, right? Actually, it is. Inside is where you actually get lucky.* Fresh fruit and vegetables in droves for way less than your not-so-supermarket. From gargantuan Asian pears to three kinds of cucumbers to berries of all kinds, Lucky will not let you down on the fruit and vegetable end. This is not a full market so don't get all, "That dude said this place had everything," because they don't have everything. They just have good produce, a smattering of market items (good, healthy options) and THIS IS WHERE YOU MUST PAY ATTENTION - a full-time sushi chef that churns out the best sushi around, restaurant or not. Yes, a small bodega will give you excellent sushi in a plastic container and you won't have to overpay for it. If you take anything from this, just get the Tuna/Salmon sandwich sushi and thank me later. Lucky is my go-to spot for the items I rely on - fruit, vegetables and sushi. I do the bulk of my shopping at a regular, large and fat market, but I get all my fruit and vegetables here and I get dinner here 2x a week, every week. Everyone who runs this place and works here is super friendly and a pleasure to see every day. In a pinch, you can get flowers here which actually last a while too. What else is there to say? If you don't ever have a reason to go to Lucky Farmers Market, no one will care (not even your Mom), but if you do have a chance to swing by with fruits, vegetables, sushi or something interesting in mind you just might have found your spot. ____________________ *Well, you might not get lucky if you are thinking something other than groceries or sushi, but I get Lucky almost every day.

Came here as a party of 2 on Galentine's Day, February 13th. Previously made reservations via Open…read moreTable. We were immediately shown to our table upon entering the venue. Upon entrance, we were pretty surprised by the lovely Valentine's Day decor for the pop up restaurant. It was a set menu for $70 that included starts with a glass of champagne, appetizer, entrée and dessert. We ordered the seafood salad, calamari, lamb chops, filet mignon, chocolate moose and red velvet cake. Everything was super delicious and very fresh tasting, We had bread brought to our table with olive oil.

ONE STAR -- Heartbreaking Disaster for Our Twin Daughter's First Birthday…read more I am absolutely shocked and heartbroken by the way Calandra's Bakery handled our daughters' first birthday cake. We paid $400 for a custom cake -- and even had to supply our own candy hearts -- and the entire bottom tier collapsed. The cake was constructed incorrectly, the dowels were tilted, and it was sliding off the base. This was not our fault -- this was baker incompetence. The baker was Alida. When we called to report the disaster, the manager Tony was rude, dismissive, and nasty. Instead of helping us salvage the cake, he blamed us, said we should have paid extra for delivery, and then had the nerve to tell us we should drive 35 minutes away, wait 30 minutes while he "fixed" it, and drive 35 minutes back -- all while our twins party was happening. Absolutely unbelievable. After threatening a fraud dispute, Tony finally sent a replacement cake -- which was just a plain white cake with basic piping, looked nothing like what we ordered, and: * Arrived late (promised 2:20, showed up at 2:55) * Our event ended at 3 * Was stale, ugly, and poorly decorated * Had gray piping, not the promised rainbow design When we tried to get an ETA for the replacement cake, Tony did not answer any of our phone calls. When it finally arrived, his attitude was the same -- dismissive and rude -- telling us to "be patient" while the delivery men shrugged at the ruined original cake and tossed it aside. No apology. No compensation. When we asked for compensation, Tony yelled and blamed us, despite the cake being a complete failure due to their mistakes. We were celebrating a once-in-a-lifetime milestone for our daughters, and Calandra's Bakery ruined it entirely. For $400, you expect care, professionalism, and a beautiful cake -- we got disrespect, incompetence, and heartbreak instead. Do not trust Calandra's Bakery with anything that matters.

This place has the most affordable and tasteful Italian sub i have had in a while. Obviously it is…read moreno Italian sub from a salamaria but it is similar to blimpee very quality sandwich. The service is fast and kind and the store gives you that retro bodega feel! Definitely a sleeper and must try! Leaves me full everytime.

From the owner: Cole’s Fairfield Market has become a community cornerstone that its customers rely upon and…read morepatronize enthusiastically. Please try us – you will not be disappointed.

Extremely casual fish market w/comfy seafood restaurant in back. Definitely BYOB. Interesting menu…read morefeaturing many varieties of primarily grilled, extremely fresh local fish, including some you don't often find in these parts, including Grouper, Red Snapper, Sea Bass, Swordfish, Halibut, etc. While the "somewhat pricey" menu doesn't necessarily reflect the laid back, extremely casual atmosphere, the extensive fish & seafood options, along with innumerable different sauces & preparation options; plus the accompanying fresh veggie & potatoes (or rice) sides, assures customers of a satisfying dinner - albeit not exactly a "fine dining" experience. My lovely wife, who is perpetually on the lookout for "healthy" restaurant options, definitely enjoyed our dinner. We look forward to returning soon, hopefully next time with friends.

ALWAYS fantastic. Casual, fun byob. I've had halibut, grouper, salmon and all the seafood, legit…read morehave never had anything less than a spectacular meal. Highly recommend

Pretty cool supermarket . my school friend lives in the area , so we went grocery shopping , there…read moregoing be tough competition next door there building a Target superstore in the area /literally next door , there have a parking lot for divers as well , if I'm in the New jersey area i personally don't mind coming here to shop for grocery shopping !!!! the sales associate at self-checkout she was very friendly and helpful

Terrible customer service. Rude on the phone. Won't assist with online orders. Complete…read moreindifference to customer experience.