The Lavender French martini was probably the best French martini I have had thus far…read more We came here on a quiet Sunday evening and were not disappointed. Service was quick and attentive. Love the clocks decor. The fruity pepples tres leches tasted like my childhood. Overall great vibes. Will have to check out a show next door at the Avenel Performing Arts Center one day before or after dinner. Avenel is surprising me!

I came to Caroline's Tavern in Avenel to celebrate a friend's birthday and was honestly surprised…read moreto find the place pretty empty when we walked in. From what I've heard, it usually gets packed during peak sports seasons--but we happened to hit a lull (post-football, pre-baseball, and no major games on), so we basically had the place to ourselves. That actually worked in our favor--the quieter atmosphere made it easy to relax and enjoy conversation without the usual sports bar chaos. Drinks were a highlight. I went with the sangria, which was refreshing and well-balanced. Instead of ordering full entrees, we decided to share a bunch of appetizers. Everything that came out looked great, and everyone in the group seemed really happy with the flavors. As someone with a gluten allergy, though, I was pretty limited in what I could order. The ribs ended up being one of my only real options--but thankfully, they were tender, flavorful, and definitely the standout for me. Still, I do wish there were more gluten-free choices, especially since we were there to celebrate and share food. One thing that stood out (in a not-so-great way) was that we felt a bit rushed toward the end of the meal. We didn't even get the chance to order a birthday dessert, which was disappointing given the occasion, but seeing since it was only our group there I'm sure they were ready to close and go home. Service overall was attentive and friendly while we were dining, so no complaints there otherwise. It was winter when we visited, but I can see this being a great spot in warmer months--the outdoor seating looks like it would really add to the experience. Parking was easy on a Sunday night, and they do have a lot, but make sure to read the signs carefully since some spots are reserved for the theater next door. Overall it has a great vibe, solid drinks, and food that people clearly enjoy--I just wish there were more gluten-free options so I didn't leave still a little hungry.

Happy FriYay Junior Adventurers! This is a local spot and a decently nice dive bar (respectfully)…read more Perfect for a bite to eat and a few brews. They recently redid the outdoor patio--great for the summer and it's close to the Sewarren waterfront to enjoy the sunsets and people bringing in their boats. If you're in the area drop by to check the sunsets and locals.

My boyfriend asked for two green teas and the bartender brought out three. When we questioned the…read moreadditional serving, she said "it's on the house" However another bartender with curly long hair came up to us with a separate bill. Her attitude was so nasty, according to her she had to charge us for the green teas because she felt like we did not tip her well. She did not even let me finish giving her the tip money and became upset with the singles we had. Don't trust these bartenders. It's the principal behind it. Don't say it is on the house and then charge us for it. I can easily afford 3 green teas, but don't be petty about the situation. First and last time going to this bar. Update: Now Nick the business owner is denying this is "not his business" Please, don't be ridiculous! How do I know the live band there was playing Sway by Dean Martin last night? Why would I make this up?? I am not the only person here complaining about the same bartender! Instead of denying things, why don't you take these reviews into consideration and improve on your business?

Really enjoyed my chicken here! Crispy and tender plus the price was very reasonable. The gentlemen…read morebehind the counter was really nice also so I fully intended on coming back to try more of the menu!

My son recommended this restaurant. We were greeted when we entered and placed our order. I…read moreordered 4 pc chicken tender combo with fries and a can of soda for my son. I ordered a chicken gyro for myself. There are no tables so you have to take your food to go. The chicken gyro was very good and you get a good sized portion.

I'm a regular here because their pizzas are excellent. The crust was perfectly thin and crispy with…read morethat classic tavern-style crunch, and the cheese and sauce were balanced really well. We tried a plain pie and a buffalo chicken, and both came out hot with great flavor. Gina is always a pleasure and always provides excellent service to all her customers. The pizzas are thin enough that you can easily share a couple with the table, which is honestly the best way to enjoy this style. The edges had a nice crisp while the center stayed cheesy and satisfying. If you're a fan of bar-style pizza, this spot definitely delivers. Simple, crispy, and really well done. Will keep coming back for more!!

DoorDash Pizza Diaries: Strawberry's Pub & Pizza…read more If I deliver it, I gotta try it. That's the rule. So after countless miles, red lights, and "leave at door" ninja drops, I finally grabbed a slice from Strawberry's Pub & Pizza--and yeah, this one earns its spot in the rotation. The vibe? Classic neighborhood pub energy. The kind of place where the TVs are always on, the locals actually know each other, and the pizza isn't trying to reinvent itself with truffle oil or an identity crisis. Just solid, honest pizza doing its job. The slice: thin but not sad, crispy where it counts, foldable without flopping like a bad screenplay. The sauce has that slightly sweet, slightly tangy balance, and the cheese? Just enough to stretch, not enough to slide off and burn your chin. Respect. As a DoorDasher who's eaten pizza in more parking lots than I care to admit, this is exactly the kind of slice you want mid-shift--satisfying, not greasy-bomb heavy, and absolutely worth the pit stop. Bonus points for fast service and a staff that moves like they've done this a thousand times (because they have). Dash Verdict: If you're ordering from Strawberry's--good choice. If you're dashing past Strawberry's--stop and grab a slice. If you're me--you're adding it to the "NJ Mom & Pop Pizza Approved" list. Until the next delivery... stay crispy.

Stopped in on a Saturday morning and realized we stopped here on a road trip last year! Super close…read moreoff the exit, really friendly staff. Cynthia was attentive and read our minds! Splitting plates for the younger kids without us asking and serving them first when they were ready. Plenty of seating and the food is classic diner food. Had a combo omelette, the waffle with fresh strawberries was delish too.

Nice diner with the classic feel. Staff is friendly and attentive. You definitely do not have to…read moreflag someone down because they check up on you frequently, which I appreciate. Food was standard diner food. I had an omelet and home Fries and coffee. No complaints. There is ample seating and you can place orders to go.

very friendly and attentive service . great atmosphere. pizza and wings were amazing. we found…read moreour new local goto pizza joint !! Looking forward to going back.

With all the hype, I expected a lot more from this restaurant. We ordered 2 pies on a Friday night,…read moreand I was disappointed. Taste wise: the bread was hard and honestly, some frozen brands have tasted better. Maybe it's the style, but I really did not like the misshapen triangular cuts of the pizza.

-small portions of food -Mac and cheese was too much cheese…read more- vandalism - baby undercooked fake shrimp -deceiving menus -false adversity/advertisements - overpriced - no curtains - crappy ice -confusing names of meals - but I ate that shit

First and last Popeyes experience. Terrible service. Stood in line for 20 minutes. Food was old and…read morefries were rubbery. Will never eat here again.

An Indian restaurant disguised as an Irish Pub, disguised as a hotel…read more The marketing team is fired, but the chef is fired up. The best Butter Chicken I've ever had in my life.

*chicken sandwich (the chicken was interesting, to some extent it's that rubbery frozen chicken…read moretexture that I just hate; regardless they didn't overcook this rubber chicken; the bun was dry and definitely stale; the only good thing on this plate were the fries; I mainly ate this because I was hungry; didn't really enjoy this) *Irish nachos (basically loaded potatoes; there is no way this qualifies as nachos because they just cut up the potatoes into large chunks, placed them on a skillet and then threw some ground beef, cheese and jalepenos on top; don't get me wrong, I thought this was decent but it does get a bit nauseating after a while because it's heavy) This place was rather interesting. It's attached to the hotel, so I'm assuming most of the patrons in this establishment are also customers staying in the hotel. I think the bar area is alright; counter is small and bar is small. The girls are dressed in plaid skirts and cropped tops. Not a great "Irish pub." Shannon Rose is a thousand times better. Would never go back here.

Came here for a party where the hosts were able to reserve the back room. It was spacious and the…read morestaff was friendly and on top of making sure everyone had what they needed! First course was a salad and some antipasto following by a buffet style for pasta and main entrees and then dessert. For all things considered, the food was solid!

I can't say enough about how awesome my children's special day was thanks to Kinga. Honestly,…read moreprobably the most relaxing event I have ever thrown. I was more nervous about waiting last minute for menu options. She helped me out, and did a wonderful job. We had roughly 60 people and everything went smooth from start to finish. The food was amazing, the chicken Murphy was delicious. Definitely will have another event here!