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    JJ Dak

    4.3 (160 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Nuroongji Dak (Roasted chicken for 2) - Excellent!!
    Nehal A.

    We decided to go to JJ Dak on Christmas eve, when they were super busy, but we got a table luckily without much waiting. This was our first visit in couple of years. The place mostly remained the same, similar interior, bar area and even the menu items were also similar. Other than our favorite Nuroongji dak woodfired chicken, we also ordered wings, mac and corn cheese, squid fries and fried oysters. We loved all the dishes and feasted on all of them the night before Christmas. Despite being crazy busy, the food came out in short intervals and the service was decent. We had a wonderful family dinner and were happy to have dined at JJ Dak after such a long break.

    Fries
    Jason T.

    JJ Dak offers a fire wood flavor korean style food. It ranges from Chicken to Pizza and wings. They have a bar area that is nice, but it's more a place you can wind down with some friends late at night. I had the mango habanero wings, bulgogi pizza and fries. Flavors are good and unique, but I don't know if they justify the price point. Dishes are around 20-35$. I didn't have the alcoholic drinks so I can't say for that. Place is clean and flavors are good. It's just the price that kind of hurts for the quality and quantity of food. Will try again in the future! Bathroom: It's clean though the way there is a bit off to the side and the floor isn't flat. Be careful!

    Dipping sauce
    Jenny H.

    We were looking for a place to eat around 10:30pm. Upon seeing menu on specializing wood footed chicken I had to come and check them out. Upon arrival the place was actually packed but not too full. We were seated in about 5 minutes. Because it was late, we decided to go with the original wood fired chicken with side of fries. It took a while but as soon as the chicken came we chowed it down. Let me say the skin was crispy and the meat including the breast was moist and full of flavor. It came with 3 dipping options, buffalo, salt & pepper & honey mustard. My fav is the honey mustard. The fries came with a garlic aioli. I was so delighted and say this was one of my favorite meals. I am expired to come back and try other things! The ambiance is like bar but with music and way from the bar if there was a tv. Definitely coming back!

    Okinawan purple sweet potato fries
    Laura L.

    Really enjoyed the food here. Got the Okinawan purple sweet potato fries and the Nuroongji map dak. The fries were nice and crispy. The dipping sauce it came with was delicious. The nuroongji map dak was unique and unlike any other chicken dish I've had before. There was a layer of crispy rice on the bottom, but some of it was burnt. The chicken was good, but I feel like it could have been more spicy. Also wish there was more dduk fries. That being said, I did enjoy the dish a lot and ate all the rice that wasn't burnt lol. I would definitely come back to try the other chicken options here!

    Aram L.

    Always a great time at JJ Dak. Had to give this place some love here. This has been our go to place for some good chicken and beer whenever we got the cravings. We had a weekend early dinner reservation and were seated right as we entered. Service was friendly, accessible, and overall timely. This time we got the chicken, army stew (budaejjigae) and some cold ones. Everything was great and we left stuffed. The ambiance is in line with classic american bars with a sprinkle of korean. Been here a few times and have always enjoyed - definitely recommended!

    Jj dam chicken
    Christine C.

    Jj dak chicken. This is the basic one at about $30-$32. They give you a free dipping sauces which include a spicy sauce and a honest mustard sauce. You should ask them for the ghost pepper sauce. Overall a very good and tender roasted chicken. Super curious about their spicy one but this one was pretty good. Enough for three serving size for me but friends said it was only 2 servings. Opened late and good vibes

    Old fashioned, squid fries
    Jay L.

    Robust flavors in each dish, everything we ordered here was delicious. The squid fries, shrimp garlic pizza and of course their signature roasted chicken with crispy rice was a hit. Their drinks are good and balanced, as I ended up having an old fashioned and split a flight of four beers. Snagged a table upstairs which was good since we had some kids with us. service was on point and there is parking in the back

    Cecilia L.

    Similar sentiment as last time but decided to try 2 new dishes and they were both a bit and a miss - Korean fried chicken 4.25/5: def worth trying, super meaty, juicy, maybe a little too saucy, but very tender - kimchi fried rice 3/5: this was quite disappointing as it looks amazing and appealing to the eye. Loved the cheese pull too but it was super bland and lacked kimchi flavors We got the fried pork belly again bc it was super delish last time but the plating was different and not as appealing but still very good! Bonus! And they also have a few parking spots for guests

    Ribeye
    Tiffany L.

    I was craving beef. Husband wanted chicken. This was our compromise. I ordered the bbq ribeye which came on a sizzling platter with veggies and potatoes. The wings were juicy and not too fried with a nice tangy sauce. We also got the rice cakes which were flavorful and chewy. They have a pretty extensive beer and wine list as well. We came for lunch with a toddler but i imagine this place to be a great place to catch up with friends in the evenings!

    Wood fired chicken
    Tommy H.

    I went here for lunch with the family and we ordered the wood fired chicken and cheese pizza for my son. The chicken was fall off the bone delicious. It was sitting on a bed of burnt purple rice and corn on the cobs. The crispy purple rice was a nice touch but it was a little too burnt. The pizza is wood fired, the taste is great but the texture is too doughy for my liking. The interior is nice and there is parking but it was down the block. The service wasn't bad, not overly attentive but enough that we got what we needed. I would definitely return for other chicken options but would not get the pizza again.

    Nine people
    Thomas U.

    JJ Dak: Where's the Firewood? Took the family here on a hot summer day, expecting smoky firewood chicken (it's in the name, JJ = firewood, Dak = chicken). Spoiler: if there was smoke, it ghosted us. The "woodfired chicken" had zero firewood aroma. Maybe it's woodfired spiritually? Fried chicken? Just... fried chicken. Nothing to write home (or on Google) about. Steak came on a sizzling stone--10/10 for drama, and yes, it stayed hot enough to threaten third-degree burns. Wings were solid--soy garlic and Korean marinated flavors actually hit the spot. Fried oysters? Hot, juicy, no complaints. Honestly, the wings and oysters are the real reason to come. This place is mostly about the drinks, with bars on both floors ready to assist your fried chicken therapy session. Tip: I posted a parking map across the street so you can park easily and arrive before your chicken goes cold (or even colder than the woodfire vibes). Bottom line: Come for wings + beer. Expect "firewood chicken" to taste like regular chicken. Stay for the sizzle show and casual hang. Leave your firewood dreams at home.

    Lauren S.

    JJ DAK in Fort Lee, NJ. Get Into the JJ Vibe by trying JJ DAK famous wood fired chicken. JJ DAK (Jang Jak DAK) stands for 'Wood Fired Chicken' in Korean and it sits perfectly on the 'Nuroongji' (Korean Crispy Paella). You just have to order it to experience it! JJ DAK has a great bar, delicious cocktails and an awesome atmosphere. Shout out to Dana and Gwak for making our night special! Check out the JJ DAK happy hour and weekly specials as well! Insta: @thehungrysw Not Your Cosmo Grey Goose Vodka Midnight Breeze Earl Grey Lavender Highball Fried Oyster 굴튀김 Squid Fries 오징어 튀김 Wings 닭 날개 튀김 Margherita Pizza 마가리타 Nuroongji Cheese Corn DAK 누룽지 치즈콘 통닭 Smoked Pork Belly 통삼겹 바베큐

    Dining area
    Eric K.

    A great Korean fusion bar in the neighborhood that's passionate about good food! I had a buddy over from Michigan who did not mind the snow, so with wife, we went to eat through snow BLIZZARD to JJ Dak Sunday evening as they were open. Inside was chic and cozy as I expected, and we were led to a rather smallish dining room on the side of first floor. Center area was for the bar. I've wanted to try JJ Dak for a while now, so we ordered up w/ pleasant server who explained the menu for us. I. ATMOSPHERE (4/5) - Great vibe! Dimly lit with thoughtful biergarten style decorations galore, it felt warm, cozy yet stylish. Good for dates & drinks with buddies. II. FOOD (4/5) Squid Fries ($14, APP, 5/5) - Hands down the best food of the visit. Fresh squid w/ full flavor in light seasoned batter with mouthwatering ponzu mayo dip. Say whaaat? Wonderful with beer. We wanted to order one more if not for entree coming! Fried Oysters ($??, APP, 3/5) - It was a special item, but unfortunately this was nothing special. Shouldn't have ordered, as it was prob to get rid of fresh oysters getting old (not on the menu). It wasn't like not fresh or anything but taste was just okay. Nuroongji Dak ($45, ENTREE, 4/5) - This famous dish didn't disappoint! They lit it on fire for a show & added flame taste, and the dish was sizzling hot. Flavor was pretty good, though some parts of chicken wasn't seasoned through. But they give you 3 dipping sauces (honey mustard was my favorite!) for that so that's OK. This dish really felt like a treasure hunt for the 3 of us as we kept poking around and finding different ingredients. I wished that there was still a unifying sauce of some kind as meat felt a bit dry at times and variety of ingredients kinda floating on their own a bit. Maybe a splash of soya-butter? Nonetheless, this was really enjoyable to eat - we loved the cauliflower and the burnt rice (which we diligently scraped off the pan) on the bottom. III. SERVICE (5/5) - Very attentive, on a Sunday evening blizzard night! Later they did get busy (it's like we brought the town here cuz adventurous and half-crazy people kept showing up in pairs through the blizzard to eat in. Was a bit funny) I'm a fan of this place - especially for a drink w/ buddies I can't think of a more deserving place to go to in town atm than JJ Dak! I'll be back to try many other interesting menu items in the near future!

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    Soosanghan Pocha - grilled pork belly pan - highly recommend!

    Soosanghan Pocha

    4.0(195 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    We checked out Soosanghan Pocha on a Saturday afternoon. This place is massive with super cool…read moredecor with beautiful florals, a dedicated soju wall, and unique seating. It's the perfect spot to gather with friends for food, drinks, and karaoke. I tried the Scallion Chicken which was crispy, bite sized, and served in a savory dipping sauce. So easy to eat and enjoy! The Corn Cheese was probably the most cheese I've ever seen on this dish; an absolute dream if you're a cheese lover. The Spicy Beef Stew was warm, comforting, and tender with the perfect kick. The Hamburger Meat dish was decadent and rich over sweet caramelized onions. The Cheesy Omelette was one of our favorites! Cheesy on the inside with crispy garlic on top. Bulgogi Tacos had tender meat and was a harmonious blend of Korean and Mexican flavors. The Cheesy Spicy Chicken was insanely delicious. A massive, shareable portion filled with chicken, potatoes, rice cakes and onions, completely blanketed in cheese. I'd come back just for this! However, the Kimchi & Seafood Pancakes had great flavor, but unfortunately they came out a bit soggy, so I'd probably skip these next time. Pair all of this amazing food with their flavored soju and chilled beer, and finish the night off in their karaoke rooms. This place has amazing vibes and ever better food and drinks!

    My girlfriend was craving some Korean soup after going to mass at 8AM on a Sunday. Given the odd…read moretiming, our options were limited. I had been to Soosanghan Pocha before for some karaoke but never really had their food. It's a pretty large space and given how early it was the space was practically empty. I ordered a burger skillet and my girlfriend got the Army Stew. The Army Stew was good and comforting on a chilly morning. It was packed with all different kinds of processed meats and some noodles. My burger skillet was a lot bigger than i expected and it tasted really good. It was essentially a huge burger patty in a bed of caramelized onions with an egg on top. The meat was super juicy and flavorful. It was pretty tender too. It was on the saltier side, especially if you got a spoonful of the sauce. But that just means it paired especially well with the white rice it was served with. The service was quick and friendly, but I expected it to be with the restaurant basically empty. Overall I enjoyed the meal and would come back to try some more of their dishes.

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    Soosanghan Pocha - Jeyyuk bokkeum (spicy pork) - with almost no pork

    Jeyyuk bokkeum (spicy pork) - with almost no pork

    Soosanghan Pocha - Jeyyuk bokkeum (spicy pork) - with almost no pork

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    Boiling Boys - Crawifish Mild Mala!

    Boiling Boys

    4.4(63 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    Giving Boiling Boys 3 stars strictly for customer service -- the staff was friendly and quick,…read morewhich I appreciated. Unfortunately, the food just didn't hit. The lobster and clams were overcooked and came out rubbery. The sauce was bland, no depth or kick to it at all. Was really hoping for better, but it just didn't live up to the hype for me.

    this place is terrible! worst seafood boil i've ever had, from the food to the service to the…read moreambience it fails all around. the seafood is low quality and seems old? we ordered snow crab legs and the meat was so shrunken and flavorless that i felt like i was cracking open empty shells the whole time. i ordered the cajun flavor at a level 3 and it was a watery mess, barely delivering any flavor or heat. completely missing actual garlic it tasted like they dumped spices in water instead of butter, so none of the sauce clung to the crab meat. our waitress was very nice but we were the only people dining in the restaurant at the time and about 15 minutes after my husband and I received our food she came by to tell us they didn't have enough crab legs for the remaining 2 orders at our table. I wish she had told us this sooner, as we had to place a new order for my in-laws while we were almost done with our own food. strange that they were out of snow crab legs and dungeness crab so early in the evening and with so few customers. also the restaurant is freezing cold, dingy, and dark, which adds to the over all unpleasant dining experience. definitely skip this place!

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    Dino's Bar and Grill - Nice drinks - double above

    Dino's Bar and Grill

    3.9(56 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    For my 500th review, I would like to give a special shout out to Dino's Bar and Grill! You guys…read moredeserve it! I came here for the first time with my softball team the not too long ago and we had a blast! For starters, the food there is great, we picked on quite a few things to eat, truffle burgers, wings, kalbi, pretzels with cheese (which was the best I ever had btw)...no matter what we ordered it was delicious! The service was also amazing! The bartender was on point with such a large group and was really nice! We also loved all the activities they had available for us a well...jumbo jenga, cornhole and pool. We also loved how big the outdoor area was so we had plenty of room to spread out and just have fun! This will most likely be out new go-to spot after our games!

    This is a good place to be at for real when I tell you I took a journey with my cousin to this bar…read moreand grill for my first time I really enjoyed there westerner burger so much it was smacking my mouth definitely then any other place I've ever been to I love this place it's chill spot to be at the people how work there they were very nice friendly people great hospitality great service if you want to have a great time with your friends and your lady friend or boyfriend I suggest this bar and grill for good food and good company and good service you will not be let down trust me.

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    Nice bar

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    Braised short ribs

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