5/17/26: Always had a wonderful experience at Sonoma Bistro Bar & Grill…read more Today was the first time ever for Brunch. Overall, it was an excellent experience. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The place always has a cool indoor and outdoor vibe! The patio seating has colorful umbrellas on the ceiling. Please check out my video. It was such a beautiful day we had wanted to eat outside. Outside seating was packed. However, the manager brought a table out to the patio for us. Talk about excellent customer service! We had a delicious meal: Banana French Toast and a Pernil Benedict along with a Coconut Mojito and Cosmo. During our visit, the server kept coming around filling everyone's glasses with water. Besides HH & Dinner, Sonoma Bistro & Grill is great for brunch!

Walked in. Instantly greeted and shown my seat. Had a great vibe and art work all around. Drinks…read morewere professionally crafted by the bartender and he had great showmanship. I had the El Diablo. Took a torch to my drink before serving it to me. Delicious. Nice and Smokey flavor. I had the steak and shrimp for dinner everything was flavored well just personally needed a bit more rice and black beans the portion served was a bit small in my opinion. Their lychee martini was delicious. Always try it if the restaurant offers it. I'd definitely stop again next time I'm in the area and try their other dishes and drinks.

Had the bacon cheeseburger. Super good, very tasty. The pickle and peppers were great also…read more 1st time visitor: certainly revisit when in area...

A bacon cheeseburger, a Raging Bull, and an Ironbound tavern. It sounds like the setup to a…read moreJeopardy! clue, but it all comes together when you discover that Jake LoMatta's favorite second cousin sits proprietor over one of Jersey's best burgers in the Portuguese section of Newark. I of course joke about the famed boxers relationship but I can confirm this Newark institution packs a championship punch where it counts. For decades, Krug's Tavern has been proving that a neighborhood bar with a small well-seasoned grill is sometimes all you need. Without any unnecessary fanfare, they've been serving truly exceptional burgers to Newark locals and hungry visitors from across North Jersey, and there's no sign of slowing down. I stopped in one afternoon on the recommendation of a friend who works for the utility company and had spent more than a few lunch hours beneath Krug's dimly lit ceilings. Within a few bites, it was easy to understand why the place has earned such a devoted following. The Shrimp Scampi may sound like an unusual order off the bar menu, but don't overlook it. It's outstanding and deserves a place on the table no matter what else you're eating. Better yet, ask for the house "secret sauce"--a glorious combination of the scampi butter and Buffalo sauce that somehow works far better than it has any right to. When it comes to burgers, the quintessential Jersey Taylor Ham burger is a must, delivering that perfect salty, smoky bite only New Jersey can truly appreciate. The bacon cheeseburger is equally memorable, piled high with crispy bacon and juicy enough to make napkins less of a suggestion and more of a necessity. Pair any of it with an ice-cold draft beer, soak in the neighborhood atmosphere, and you'll quickly understand why Krug's Tavern has become a North Jersey institution. It's proof that great burgers don't need gimmicks--just a hot grill, cold beer, and decades of doing things the right way. It's bound to be a good time, an IRONbound good time (I'll see myself out)

We found this place by accident a few years ago on a work trip and had to come back again. It is an…read more"old school" family recipes, incredible service, fantastic food, and simply an amazing restaurant. My only concern is that they don't see to be busy enough for how good they are! We had 6 of us. Every single thing everyone ordered looked incredible. (I mean, I don't really care for muscles, but I could absolutely see the love cooked into even that dish.) I wish them every success and I'm already looking forward to visiting again next time I'm in the area!

"Would you like some lemoncello? Orangcello? Anythingvello?"…read more Angelo, one of the owners, is talking to the table next to us, but already I know I've found a second home. "You won't want to cook anymore" he tells us a bit later. He's not wrong. I had the fish special, cod, served puttanesca, with mash potatoes and spinach. He had the rigatoni bolognese. Perfectly cooked pasta. "Everything is homemade," Angelo explained later. Smart and fairly well-priced wine list. We asked why the 2020 Carparzo Brunello di Montalcino was so low priced, and learned the wine has been priced the same since their father closed their Upper East Side location and the kids opened in Newark. "New York food at NJ prices," Angelo explained. "I've never had tiramisu I've liked better", husband told me. "I've never had flan Ive liked better" I told him. (It is coconut flan.) Great service. Wonderful spot. And Bon Jovi has been in twice, most recently he brought his wife. Enough said.

I stopped in after a meeting in the Gateway center, it's a pop-up lounge from the World Cup…read more Matt and Leah provided excellent service, the drinks were very good, I had a spicy Mezcal cocktail and Red Sangria and my friend had 2 drinks that he enjoyed as well. The food was good except for the skillet cookie, it was cakey

came here for an after work happy hour, the wings were some of the best ive had in a while. The…read morestaff was great and my drink was on point. Now i know where i will be going for my after work espresso martinis! Thank you.

We visited Joia solely based on its proximity to the Red Bulls game…read more Parking: Due to the game, I can't speak to how street parking would be. We parked in a parking deck a few blocks away. Service: I made a reservation but didn't end up needing it for 6pm before the 7:30pm game (Wednesday). We were seated right away and that same host took our drink order. A waiter came to take our food order soon after. Our waiter noticed the sun was in our eyes so he pulled the window shade down for us. Both staff members were kind. Drinks: My husband originally wanted a Blue Moon draft but then was told there were no draft drinks available. He opted for a Peroni. I got the white sangria and was not impressed at all. It was basically orange juice with alcohol. Really disappointing. Food: Not the most extensive menu. Since we didn't want any leftovers being we were headed into the game, we both opted for the cheeseburger cooked medium which came with fries. I think the patty was a bit overdone and my cheese was not well melted and still held its shape quite well. Flavors were fine but not $17 worth. They only gave us half full little plastic containers of ketchup which was not enough to put on both my burger and fries. The waiter never came back around for me to ask for more unfortunately. Of note, there is a 4% credit card service charge so I would recommend bringing cash. Overall, it was okay and again, I appreciated its proximity to the stadium. The staff was nice enough but food and drinks were nothing special.

So bet! I was randomly looking for a spot with decent reviews and solid seafood--and I stumbled…read moreacross this little gem. The atmosphere was exactly what I wanted: relaxed, low-key, and welcoming. I sat at the bar and was lucky enough to meet a fantastic bartender. Super friendly, gave honest recommendations, and really added to the experience. I got there around 9-ish and my food came out fast--boom. Even though it wasn't crowded, the vibe was still great. Chill, comfortable, and no rush. Food-wise: The clams were tasty, though I'm usually more of a mussels person. The garlic wine sauce was flavorful and paired nicely. The stuffed snapper? Beautifully done. Well-seasoned, tender, and the seafood stuffing was a great touch. Definitely the standout. By the end, I was happily stuffed. Excellent service, great food, and a relaxed environment--I'll definitely be coming back

Introduced to The Ghost Drink about 1 year ago at the…read more Latinx Heritage Month Kickoff Yelp Elite event! So impressed with our hosts and Mixologists Mario & Jace! My most favorite cocktail ever is the Ghost's signature expresso martini "Cafe de la Tierra"!! My second event- Attended the Ghost Drink Christmas in July with my hubby and daughter! My favorite cocktail that night was the Snowballada!! So excited for the Ghost Drink's new location, inside the brand-new Newark Culture Club, at 563 Broad St, Newark, 07102. This past Sunday attended Mario and Jace's Ghost Guide Cocktail Class with my husband, son and future daughter in law! Absolutely loved learning to make 3 cocktails and get the history of how the cocktails became so infamous! Margarita Mojito Old Fashioned Bonus: introduction to the VIP signature shot- The Ectoplasm. Oh my goodness!! Pistachio in my favorite new mode!! Cheers!! Highly recommend! Mario is the ultimate Spirits Educator, Host & The Ghost Guide!! Love the post cards too! The Ghost Drink with pay for the postage and mail it for you! Thank you for a fantastic experience!! Can't wait to return when the Stand Up Comedy and entertainment venue is up and running!! Of course, The Ghost Drink will be curating the drink menu!! You must register for Sunday Spirit Classes and Monthly Ghost Takeover events with unique & fun themes via instagram. Transportation Ride Sharing apps are best utilized Limited Street Parking Closest garages:          20 Atlantic St. Newark, NJ          25 New St. (609 Broad St.), Newark, NJ 5 Minutes Walk from NJ Transit Broad St. Station 10 Minute Walk from Newark Military Park Light Rail 15 Minute Walk from Newark-Penn Station Various Bus Routes to NJ Transit Broad St. Station What are you waiting for! Register for a class or event! Next event: GHOSTIVERSARY November 9

Came here for the month of November and drinks were impressive per usual!…read more The service is always spectacular! Ambiance is chill , this place needs so much more recognition!

Overall: I highly recommend you try!…read more Been here a few times over the years. Food has been top tier every time, both, on the menu and new specials. Inside it's pretty and loud. Only reason I'm giving it 4/5 is because of the service. Wait times are long, even with a reservation and this last time I went the server was pretty bad. Forgot several things. Took long to just get fountain drinks to the table.

Honestly, this was some of the worst food I've ever tasted. If I ever ask someone for restaurant…read morerecommendations and this place comes up, I'll know not to ask that person for food suggestions again! If you genuinely enjoy this restaurant, then I'm convinced you'll eat just about anything. The place was extremely crowded, which honestly left me wondering why. It's a diner, so I expected simple, comforting food done well. Unfortunately, even the basics were disappointing. The chicken was incredibly dry, and somehow, the French toast was dry too--which is almost an accomplishment in itself! Nothing about the meal impressed me, and I honestly couldn't find a single dish that made me want to take another bite. Maybe it's just a matter of personal taste, but this restaurant was definitely not for me. I won't be returning, and I certainly won't be taking any more restaurant recommendations from the person who suggested it! I will never go back... I SHOULD HAVE LISTENED TO MY HUSBAND BECAUSE HE SAID IT WAS NOT GOOD AT ALL.

Finally! We made it for dinner. It has been a series of unfortunate events that led us here. Even…read moretoday we almost didn't make it. There was snow, traffic, construction and the lobby was flooded with vendors and guests watching the performers. We were late for dinner but were able to share a quick meal. We ordered the salmon with vegetables and the salmon cake which were delicious. They were well seasoned and fresh. Our server Tania A deserves FIVE stars. She was so wonderful - thank you for great service. The decor is simple but modern. We made it to the show on time and enjoyed our dinner. I look forward to coming back.

Great spot conveniently located in NJ Pac building. Ideal location to grab dinner or drinks before…read morea show or event at the prudential center. We went for a happy hour event for work and were easily able to walk over. Staff was very friendly and attentive. The only issue I would say is parking if you don't take the train in.