While visiting New Jersey recently I wanted to go somewhere I couldn't go to back home . That's…read morealways the goal to try out new places . So upon doing my research I came across this restaurant. Now of course upon reading reviews everyone said to get there early because the line can get long especially on a Saturday and Sunday morning. So we arrived around 8:30 on Saturday and we were seated right away because it was only two of us . The service was excellent we were seated right away . Our waiter came out and gave us the rundown of the menu . They had a promo menu because of the Devil Wears Prada movie . I did get a specialty non alcoholic drink from the menu which was excellent. We ordered the French toast and the avocado toast with scrambled eggs and it came with smoked salmon on sourdough bread . The French toast was so good and moist you didn't even need to add additional syrup . The food was delicious and the portion sizes are perfect . The restaurant is cozy so if you have a big party make reservations. But you won't be disappointed I can't wait to visit Brunch by De Martino again whenever I come back to New Jersey . Please check them out you won't regret it .

My family and I have been supporting the Martino's Cuban Restaurant family restaurants for years,…read moregoing back to the original Martino's from his dad's side (which we truly miss). So coming here carries a bit of nostalgia for us. This concept feels very different from the original. It's definitely a more modern, upscale take. Portions are smaller, prices are higher, and the menu feels more elevated with a mix of Cuban-inspired and American flavors rather than strictly traditional Cuban comfort food. That said, the food is genuinely very good. The Cuban sandwich was easily one of the best we've had in New Jersey. Unlike many places that mostly use ham with a thin layer of pork, this one had thick, flavorful pieces of pork that made it feel much more authentic. A few other favorites: - The tostones with guacamole were a great starter. - Their chocolate latte used to be one of our favorites (sadly it seems to have been replaced by a raspberry chocolate version, which wasn't for us). - The seasonal pumpkin iced latte was excellent. - The strawberry banana waffles were more than enough to share. - The scrambled eggs and thick-cut bacon were fresh and delicious. We spent about $140 for breakfast for a family of four, so it's definitely on the pricier side, but it felt fitting for a special occasion like Mother's Day. A heads-up: reservations are only accepted for parties of six or more, so smaller groups are first come, first served. On Mother's Day, we waited about an hour after arriving at 8:30 AM, but their digital waitlist system made it easy to track our place in line while running errands nearby. Do we miss the old Martino's? Absolutely. The larger portions and casual family feel were special to us. But this restaurant offers something different--more polished, more curated, and still very enjoyable. I'd recommend it for brunch dates, family celebrations, or when you want to treat yourself.

i stay at the Bridgewater Marriott fairly often and I have always had a great experience at Booker…read more& Zinc. Two of the employees in particular Fady & Sela provide exemplary service. They are kind, knowledgeable and always able to help. It makes traveling for work much better to have a familiar face. Thank you! Sean

This was part of the Marriott hotel, good size bar with plenty of tables and booths. It was an…read moreelegant spot. The menu was scarce with some specials. The service was friendly and accommodating. For an appetizer, the fried calamari ($16?) was ordered. It was solid, some pieces were a little undercooked, but besides that, pleasing and light. I had the seafood risotto ($32) for my entrée, which was a special. It came with scallops, shrimp, and calamari in a roasted red pepper sauce. I believe there were about 3 or 4 pieces of each fish, fitting I thought. The risotto was cooked to perfection and the sauce went well with the fishes present. It was just an all-around appetizing entrée. Will I go back? Yes.

We Yelped a good breakfast restaurant in the Bridgewater area, and The Bridgewater Cafe was highly…read morerecommended. We dined and enjoyed the food, the service and the ambiance. A well deserved 5 stars!

*SERVICE DOGS ONLY! This is not a dog friendly establishment.*…read more Don't let the location being next door to a gas station fool you. This is the cutest aesthetic for a brunch spot! Definitely Instagrammable. My lobster bisque and the toasted slice of bread that accompanied it were delicious. The bisque was creamy and included a generous serving of lobster. Unfortunately, the empanadas were okay (I got beef and chicken). The empanadas are dry and not well seasoned. They also charge 75 cents for sauce on the side which is crazy considering how dry the empanadas are and how badly they need a sauce to make up for it. Staff was friendly, service was fast, and there was plenty of parking.

Bliss Coffee Lounge was recommended by an acquaintance and a few weeks later got the Yelp invite!…read moreLoved the vibes! Was in the area and had to get my caffeine fix! It was beautifully decorated for the holidays! Saw their holiday latte on Instagram and I had to try it! I purchased the Roasted & Toasted !! Loved the flavors: Roasted Chestnut Orgeat, Sage Infused Brown Butter, Toasted Spice, White Chocolate Nutty, Earthy, Velvety goodness!! On a cold winter's day! Got to meet Little Bliss too! So cute!! Definitely will stop by when I am in the area to try the latest lattes!

Met a friend at Bliss. Love getting lost in the comfortable environment with a hot rich coffee…read more Yesterday I splurged and had one of the special cookies(not on my diet). The staff are very kind and professional. I think the nature of neighborhood coffee shops tends to promote social interactions but with an option to isolate with a book or a laptop. Bliss is that comfortable place.

I'll add to my review. I was craving a burger for lunch. Phoenix Cafe has it. It's good. I devoured…read moreit. But in looking at their menu. I really should have trued their Costa Rican dishes. I will. The staff is sweet and most attentive so next time I'm asking for their suggestion. Ambiance is clean and simple but plenty of booths and counter is big. I encourage everyone to check out the Phoenix Cafe. I'm in love.

My fiancé and I are HUGE fans of the revamped, under new management, Phoenix cafe. It's becoming a…read moreweekly visit/take out restaurant for us. The food is absolutely delicious and tastes incredibly authentic. You can really tell it's made with care. The wait staff is super friendly, welcoming, and gives great recommendations. Knowing it's family-owned makes the whole experience even better. Highly recommend and definitely worth a visit!

Surf Turf and Earth is one of my go-to weekly spots when I want something healthy, quick, and…read moreconsistently good. I usually get the California Honey and it never disappoints. It's super crispy, not greasy at all, and the homemade honey mustard sauce is amazing. It's perfect on the sesame bun and honestly one of my favorite meals to grab during the week. My boyfriend always goes for the build-your-own bowls, which he loves because he can customize exactly what he wants every time. They're always really good and a great option if you're in the mood for something tailored to you. I also went for breakfast for the first time today and was pleasantly surprised. I tried the Fruity Pebbles matcha, which was pretty good, though I think I would've liked it even more with 2% milk, which they didn't seem to have. I also had the So Extra sandwich and it was so good. The hash brown was still perfectly crispy inside the sandwich, the eggs were fried just right, I loved the touch of spinach, and whatever sauce was on it really tied everything together. I'd honestly come back just for that sandwich alone. Also it's super cute inside, perfect to bring a friend or date looking for a healthier option in downtown Somerville, NJ!

This was my first time coming back to Turf, Surf and Earth since their new menu change. I walked in…read moreat 11am and went up to the kiosk, and realized that only breakfast items were available. I wanted to try something from the lunch menu, after asking an employee, I was told that lunch starts at 11:30am. So I came back around that time to order. I've been seeing their Big Mack Smash on social media for some time now, and it looks delicious. So I decided to I order their single patty Big Mack Smash, with angus meat and American cheese, on a plant based white bun. I don't care for sesame seeds on buns, and there was no option for a regular burger bun (without sesame seeds), so I chose the non sesame seed vegan bun. I also ordered a side of fries with garlic aioli. The plant based white bun was a little dry and the burger patty was also dry and did not have much flavor. Maybe I should have done a double patty for the burger, since it is a smashed patty and a little too thin for my liking. I felt like I was eating a dry burger bun with mostly lettuce, an occasional pickle and the Mack sauce. I probably will not order the garlic aioli again, it had a sweeter and nutty flavor to it, and I prefer more of a savory aioli. I used to order their Blackened salmon with a side of greens and Spanish rice in their BBQ Ranch flavor style, from their old menu. I do miss that meal, it was so flavorful with the crispy onions to top everything off. But I understand that they made the change to better suit the business and cut back on waste. I probably would not order the big Mack burger again. But I will definitely be back to try something else from the new menu. I've been a customer for over 6 years, and have introduced some of my family members and friends to this restaurant, and we've enjoyed our meals here for that time. I love that there are many vegan and vegetarian options here. Although I am neither, it's a great place for those who have dietary restrictions/preferences. Hopefully I find my new go to menu item soon, but in the meantime I will be ordering and trying many of the other new menu items. This is definitely the place to come if you don't want a typical vegan meal. You'd be like a kid in a candy store, with the amount of options that are here. They also have many non vegan options. Turf, Surf and Earth serves EVERYONE and that is their biggest positive!

Division Cafe is one of my tried and true favorite places that I always find myself coming back to…read morein the area. It has expanded and taken up a bit more space over the years, and the expansion is well-deserved. Featuring a Pura Vida Costa Rican flare you have a number of options available for both breakfast and lunch. I've tried quite a bit of the menu, but they are known for their tried and true empanadas. They have about half a dozen varieties and I end up getting at least one of each every time I visit. They're hot, big, flavorful, and the shell is a perfect consistency. The waitstaff is some of the friendliest around. The outdoor seating is also quite nice in the summertime alongside the pedestrian street. In terms of the menu, it's hard to say there is a standout, because I get something different each time, and I have yet to go wrong. Everything here is absolutely excellent, and I look forward to each return visit to come.

Repeat performance: this time I got 2 beef empanadas, 2 chicken empanadas, black bean soup, coffee…read more(lots of coffee), & Tres Leches. I really need to sample the rest of their menu but I was craving the empanadas & tres leche all week. Service was excellent. I took pics of the dining area. Very clean, not noisy which was a pleasant surprise since it filled up with after church families.

Their croissants are so flaky!! They also have really good baguettes that are very inexpensive. We…read morehave enjoyed coming on Sunday mornings and getting their Hot caramel latte's with almond milk.

I am not sure if I am going to blow the cover on this place as a well-hidden local gem, but it was…read morean unexpected find for me, and I felt a need to let others know. I was looking for a good baguette in my neighborhood for a while. But as simple as a baguette may seem, making a tasty one is an art. I was running some errands when I suddenly felt pekish. I saw on Yelp that there was an "authentic French bakery" nearby and decided, "Why not?" Originally, I was thinking of getting a quiche, but as I got into the store, I decided to switch to an avocado egg sandwich. I am sure quiche is good, but I was impressed by the sandwich. It came on the plate with very fresh salad greens. Greens there fresh and sauce tangy, just what one needs to cut through the richness of avocado and egg. I think I had an entire Avacado cut on it. The avocado itself was just right. But the star of the show, for me, was a baguette! I inhaled the entire dish and asked if they sell baguettes on their own, which they do. The bakery associate told me they just ran out, but they are baking new ones now. If I wait 10-15 minutes, I will get a freshly baked one. I could not believe my lack. They came as promises and they were great, just smell alone was to die for There are so many other things I want to try, so I'll definitely be back. Thank you guys, you all made my day!

My husband and I came here yesterday for dinner. First of all, we had a WONDERFUL server! I forgot…read moreher name but she was just amazing. She was so personable, informative, and actually seemed like she cared which you don't always get! My husband and I got the 'Breaking Bread' appetizer which had some delicious bread and dips. One was garlic butter which they need to sell a jar of - I would pay big money for it! The others are a fig jam and pesto dip which were also great. We also got the 'Watermelon No-ito" drink and "Summer Solstice" lemonade which were non-alcoholic drinks and super delicious. For our entrees, my husband got the 'BBQ Meatloaf' which came with green beans, corn and mashed potatoes and he really enjoyed this. I don't remember the exact dish's name I had but it was Spicy Rice Noodles with vegetables. It was also very good! Lastly, we did get dessert. Honestly, we were SO stuffed and should of passed but they all sounded so good! I got the 'Berry Crisp'. Coming from someone who don't care for Oatmeal cookies, this was good. The fruit on this was super fresh. My husband got the 'Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet' which is enjoyed. Keep in mind, that dish was pretty big and could have shared between the both of us. Would I come back and recommend? 100%. We had a wonderful experience with the staff and food.

I went on Thanksgiving and got diarrhea from their buffet. I got food poisoning…read more The spoons used to grab the food was already dirty and filthy. They didn't change any of the spoons. Some of the food was already preheated. The pasta that they refilled was cold! The staff should regularly be checking temperatures as well as changing utensils. They didn't do that. A lot of the spoons you used to grab food was dirty.

Adorable inside and friendly servers. The sandwiches and burritos are massive and all very tasty…read moreand fresh. The ice cream is super creamy and delicious! Their strawberry buttermilk milkshake is amazing!

this place is always crowded on a warm night, and for good reason. their ice cream is so creamy and…read moredelicious, it is almost buttery. i love their peanut butter cup flavor, and they have a bunch of other unique flavors that i've tried as well!