Cannot speak highly enough of this wonderful restaurant. This is the type of establishment that…read morereminds you of the good old days. The customer service is a time capsule of an era where a business strived to make your visit special and memorable with quality food and great service and not by some trend or gimmick. One thing that is not in the past is their skilled ability to provide a safe meal for those who are vegan, gluten free and or dairy free. I've never been to a restaurant that can turnout amazing authentic Italian food made with regular flour while also being able to provide a safe gluten free and or dairy free alternative of the same caliber. They have an efficient system that makes it clear there are people with dietary restrictions at the table and they take it very seriously. With all those great things to say, the food is what is worth writing home about. A gluten free chicken Parmesan that no one would ever guess was gf! A delicious gf df chocolate lava cake to end the meal was such a treat and was delicious. The staff were so friendly and knowledgeable and attentive, they're a well oiled machine! And it was very nice for the grandson of the original founders to walk around and talk to us, not just a how is everything tonight kind of stop either, he really took the time to make pleasant conversation about the World Cup and ask how our son did at his soccer tournament. They have been around for 56 years and if our visit was anything to go off, they'll be around for another 100 years!

Another review from a poor man. I will give this to you…read moreas the good and the bad and the overall of Mama's. The good. The staff is as attentive as they have always been. The way they show pictures of "today's specials" on an iPad type device is a nice touch. The meatball app had good flavor as well as the ricotta that came with it. The fiancé had the pear purse which is always a very good. Also the Eggplant Pisa salad that came with my lunch paring was very very good and I would eat it again!!! The bad. The meatball app, although tasty, was only two small meatballs (basically the size of a soup spoon!!) for 15 bucks. So I don't care for the cost compared to the value you get for it. Also I am a snob for chicken parm and this chicken was overcooked and dry. The bread crumbs were soggy and would have been forgiven if the chicken itself wasn't so overcooked and dry!!!! My over all is this. Been to mamas many times before this review and I think they are worth your time (even more so during dinner time!). They do more things right than they ever do it wrong. So I would still recommend going. I just wouldn't recommend it to the New Jersey Chicken parm Facebook page........

Celebrated my husband's birthday with dinner here. The spot is moody and dark. Service was fine, no…read morecomplaints. What we ordered: - POLETTE (pine nuts raisins beef meatballs, tomato sauce, melted cacio cavallo - CALAMARI (fried squid, spicy tomato sauce) - SALTIMBOCCA (veal tenderloin scaloppini, prosciutto, bufala mozzarella, spinach, crispy sage, brandy sauce, fingerling potatoes) - CINQUANTA (fifty layered lasagne, spinach pasta, veal tenderloin stew, cheese, mushrooms, marsala sauce) - NON-ALCOHOLIC SPRITZ - NON-ALCOHOLIC DRINK BELLINI The food was good. It was a good experience overall.

Tucked away in an unassuming strip mall is one of those places you almost don't want to tell people…read moreabout--because then you'll have a harder time getting a table. Luca's Ristorante is a hidden gem that proves you should never judge a restaurant by its parking lot. Not long after we were seated, we were greeted by Luca -- a Luca and not the Luca. Still he was warm, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about his restaurant, taking the time to walk us through the menu and checking in throughout the meal without ever hovering. Luca's has a partial liquor license, offering a modest wine selection but is otherwise being BYOB. As we were told with a smile, they're much more interested in what's ON your plate than what's IN your glass. We started with two excellent appetizers. The arancini, already a family favorite, were crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and disappeared from the table faster than anyone was willing to admit. The Polpette, Luca's signature meatballs with pine nuts and raisins, certainly earned the praise they've received from NJ.com as some of the best in the state. Even if raisins in meatballs sound unusual, trust the process. The restaurant proudly calls itself "A Taste of Ischia," the beautiful volcanic island in the Bay of Naples, and the seafood absolutely lives up to that promise. My squid ink pasta with octopus (the Polypus) was outstanding, with perfectly tender octopus and beautifully balanced flavors. The scallops were buttery, sweet, and cooked to perfection, while the Ischia -- loaded with mussels, clams, and calamari -- was every seafood lover's dream. The rest of the menu proved just as impressive. The Pappardelle, featuring burrata and a rich Bolognese sauce, was a huge hit, while the Romolo, a comforting combination of chicken, pasta, bacon, and sauce, was another winner that had no leftovers to speak of. If you somehow still have room after dinner, Luca's offers a nice assortment of gelato. But do yourself one favor: don't leave without ordering a cappuccino. Rich, foamy, and expertly made, it's the perfect finale to a memorable meal. If you find yourself in Somerset, just a few turns off Routes 287 or 1, make the stop. You'll be greeted by a wonderful staff, treated to outstanding food, and very likely leave wondering how a restaurant this good has been hiding in a strip mall all along.

We had been wanting to try this place for a while and finally stopped in for lunch while we were at…read moreMenlo Park Mall. So glad we did! I ordered the edamame dumplings and absolutely loved them. They were delicious, full of flavor, and honestly won my heart. My husband got the vegan double cheeseburger with beet and walnut patties, which was something different from the usual veggie burgers we've had. The patties were really flavorful and delicious. We also tried their house-made dragon fruit lemonade, which was refreshing and went really well with our meal. Since it was our first time, our server was really nice and helpful. He took the time to guide us through the menu and helped us decide what to try, which we appreciated. The service was good and the ambience was nice and comfortable. It's conveniently located by Menlo Park Mall, so there's plenty of parking as well. Overall, we had a really good experience. Everything we tried was tasty, the service was welcoming, and we're already looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu!

The Host (Beautiful Joycelyn), our waitress (Azyah) & Rick the Manager was excited to serve us. The…read morefood was a blast of flavors, deliciousness & light to the taste. The Food Starter: Edamame Dumplings, Salad: Organic Tuscan Kale, & main course: Vegan Double Cheeseburger (WOW‼). I would recommend this to everyone for sure. The only minuscule disappointment was that our beverages were delayed, and the Edamame Dumplings were a little disappointing; in that it was lacking a very small portion of Edamame. My daughter did place another order, and this time the Edamame was well served. Yet she was not offered a compliment credit towards the unsatisfactory portion on first order. The good atmosphere was vibrant and excitable in the Mix. Definitely add to your To-Do-Visit

My husband ordered the chicken parm hero and i ordered the nacho flatbread. Both were amazing. I…read morecalled ahead to ensure that they are in fact gluten-free. My husband had a severe wheat allergy. Both items passed his taste test. They had local chips to purchase as a side that were also delicious. Also purchased David's gluten-free brownies for dessert. Hands down some of the best gluten free homemade food we've had. Cute place, this is a take out only establishment but there are plenty of parks around. We did just eat in the car though because it was windy. We were greeted immediately and even on the phone the person was pleasant and professional. They answered all our questions. Thank you Uncle Skippy for your dedication. We will be visiting again.

Wanted to give this place a try as it had good reviews on Google but unfortunately had an…read moreunpleasant experience. I asked for a 12 oz turkey chili which cost $10 and I must say it did not taste like turkey. It tasted old, had burnt flavors. In addition, I got a caesar wrap and did not enjoy the fact that the kitchen is right in front of you. Seeing them make the wrap the way they did just made me not want to eat it. Chicken was microwaved, wrap had no flavor. All they did was drop a dressing packet in the order. Service was regular, seemed a bit bothered. Small location, definitely a place to order to-go if you want to try them.

The food was great. I got a bacon, egg and cheese on an onion bagel and the bagel was so soft and…read morehad great flavor. My partner got an onion bagel with cream cheese toasted and said it was soft and crunchy at the same time and the veggie cream cheese they got had fresh peppers in it. Would definitely go again!! The service was also great.

I had a great time. Everyone was very helpful and nice and the food was dlicious! I loved going…read morehere.

Hey there just wanted to write what a great experience I had on Friday. I was in for breakfast…read morewhich was delicious, my server Tish was excellent suggesting some delicious items from the menu. Breakfast was served promptly, and Tish kept an eye on us making sure we had everything we needed. I definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants good food and good service. Susan Ahern

Great food and excellent service while watching airplanes fly in and fly out !!!! Highly recommendedread more

I got the junior chef for lunch. They didn't have herb rice unfortunately and I missed the…read moresubstitute request text from my dasher. I got the herbed chicken, lemon broccoli, and sweet potatoes . My food was so tasty. It was definitely love at first bite. Everything was seasoned so perfectly well! This meal was a 10 out of 10. I was satisfied the rest of the day. This was a healthy lunch that made me happy.

I seek out healthful options wherever I am, and need both meat and vegan options for my family. I…read morewent for the first (and last) time around 7p but well before closing. They served us cold food, bc it was getting ready to close (?) at 8p. If it was good hot I will never know bc it was absolutely overcooked meat and veggies, that had been sitting for awhile. I normally only write in for positive reviews but the high price and lack of service should be noted. This was a weeknight in late April so maybe it was just a bad day? I frequently travel to the area and was really excited to have this in my rotation for eating in town bc I am quite particular about my food. The stars are for what they are attempting to offer, as my nieces (who are young) spend their money here still and seem to like it. Watch how your food is prepared and make sure you advocate if unsatisfied!

I love the small hometown feel! The food is delicious and service fantastic! Jen, the owner…read moreremembers people by name which is such a nice touch.

I was only able to have their donuts that are offered every Friday. They usually try to have four…read moredifferent ones every week I believe. They also have a casual breakfast and lunch menu. The service was friendly while the ordering was done. All four donuts were tried. My thoughts on each are below. Vanilla Cruller ($3.25) - This was very light. The texture reminded me of a bread pudding, and crusty bread. It needed more of a vanilla flavoring. Filled Caramel Corn ($4) - This had sweet corn custard, caramel topping, and caramel popcorn. The custard was great. It appeared heavy when picking up, but that was not the case at all. The caramel topping reminded me of a crème brulee. The popcorn pieces were a little stale, but not a big deal. I liked the donut texture as well. Banana pudding ($4) - This was very tasty. It tasted what I expected it too and there was a nice feel on the donut. Mango Raspberry ($4) - The raspberry flavor combined with the mango was appealing, but I was expecting more mango actually. It appeared very light too. Will I go back? Probably.

Great GF bakery!! Worth the drive!! Always wonderful service and their bakery items are so good…read morethat you won't believe that they are gluten free!!

The girlfriend and I were searching out a place that catered to gluten free and I must say the…read moreitems here are magnificent and everything in the store is gluten free, hence the name of the establishment! Biggest surprise for me is the donuts were even better than Dunkin' as they carried some weight to them including the lemon blueberry donut in one of the pictures I have uploaded. I prefer a donut that you can really taste and feel satisfied after eating unlike Dunkin' where it feels like you are eating empty calories and just as hungry after downing a donut than before you engulfed it. Cinnamon Bun for me was my favorite of the bunch and felt heathier than downing one of the CB's at Cinnabon. Full disclosure, I was madly in love with Cinnabon growing up but now there is a healthier option in town, and I am very happy we at least made progress in the world with the advancement of tasty, healthier desserts, still working on advancements in climate control, poverty, healthcare, world peace but Rome wasn't built in a day : / As always people SYOY!!!

I don't usually leave reviews, but that place is amazing! Not only is the food, great portion…read moresize, value, incredibly flavorful, and unique, but the service was outstanding! They even made up for someone ELSE's mistake! Very few places will go above and beyond to right their own wrongs, but this place went above and beyond to right someone else's - that is top shelf service! Chaska is my new favorite spot - they definitely earned my repeat business! Any place that gets customer relations down this well, certainly has everything else in order, as well!!

Stopped by with the family for burgers on a Saturday afternoon around 2:30 and it was already…read morepretty full. You order at the counter and food comes out quickly, but seating is limited so keep that in mind during busy hours. We tried two lamb burgers (3.5/5), the wagyu burger (3.5/5) and the jalapeño smash burger (4/5). The burgers were flavorful, but very buttery. Almost too much, leaving everything pretty greasy and a film in your mouth. The Chaska cheese fries were a clear 5/5 and easily the highlight. The karak chai was also a 5/5, they make it fresh in small batches and it was excellent. Worth stopping in, especially for the smash burgers, fries and chai.