We met a friend for happy hour and hung out in the bar at around 5 on Thursday and service and…read moredrinks were great. Bonus for Guinness properly poured. It was really loud but we got used to it soon. We rolled over to the dining room to a large table of 8 around 6 pm and service and everyone's meal was great.

The lunch special was a fantastic value--pick any two sandwiches for just $13. Since we couldn't…read moredecide, we split both choices. The two sliders (cooked rare with cheddar ale cheese and raw onion) were outstanding. That soft little bun topped with a generous, melty glop of cheddar ale cheese was absolutely delicious. Simple, juicy, and packed with flavor. The real surprise, though, was the Godfather sandwich: tender sliced prime rib, sautéed onions, mozzarella, and a Dijon garlic horseradish spread on a ciabatta roll. The prime rib practically melted in your mouth, and that creamy horseradish spread tied everything together without overpowering the meat.

As part of the 2026 Tri-State Stamping Tour with American Legion Post 289 in West Milford, one of…read moreour stops was at Mason Jar Family Restaurant and Bar in Mahwah. We stopped in to get our stamping tour booklet stamped, grabbed a cold beer and a couple of sodas, and had a chance to relax for a bit at the bar. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and happy to support everyone participating in the tour. It's always nice to see local businesses getting involved with community events that benefit our veterans. We appreciated the hospitality and enjoyed our visit. If you're passing through Mahwah, it's a great place to stop, grab a drink, and support a business that supports our veteran community.

Stopped in today while doing the 2026 Tri-State Stamping Tour with American Legion Post 289 in…read moreWest Milford, NJ. Nice to support the Veterans and those who support them.

Great food in a rustic setting. A bit noisy, but I'll be back. Definitely go for the paella!read more

Sangria's has been a go-to for us for years for good tapas and sangria, but we've now had issues on…read moreour last two visits, and this most recent one was especially frustrating. The food is still great. We had scallops, chorizo, brussels sprouts, and a flounder ceviche special. Everything was delicious. The ceviche in particular stood out -- fresh, well-portioned, and nicely "cooked" in lime juice. The sangria is still a highlight too. A big carafe, no ice watering it down, served with glasses full of fruit. The problem is the service. They had two servers and one bus person, and it showed. Everyone seemed to be scrambling, and it was hard to get a moment of attention to ask for anything or even be heard. Our food came out in pieces -- three items, then a long delay, then another. The last dish, calamari, never came. When I tried to tell the waiter we didn't want it anymore if it was forgotten, he didn't listen and insisted on bringing it anyway. We ended up waiting even longer, which just made the experience more frustrating. To top it off, they're now adding an operating/service fee (around 3-4%), which wasn't clearly communicated and just showed up on the bill. It's disappointing because the food is still very good, but the service issues -- and now the added fees -- are taking away from the experience. After this visit, we'll think twice before coming back.

This bar & grill, attached to a hotel, had some great food and even better vibes. Live music, a…read morequaint outdoor seating with heat lamps, and incredibly kind service and staff. I loved my margherita pizza and the spinach & artichoke dip was great. If I'm ever in Mahwah again, I'll be sure to visit this spot!

My family and I were visiting Legoland and decided to check out this place. I was a little weary…read moreabout ordering octopus from a restaurant next to a highway, but we were pleasantly surprised. It was fresh, tasty, and tender, and all of the flavors with the calamari blended perfectly. I also ordered the lamb chops medium-well, and they were amazing. They came with delicious mashed potatoes, perfectly charred asparagus, and chimichurri sauce. Everything came together really well. The food was fantastic! The service was friendly and hospitable. We were seated in a nice booth overlooking the restaurant, and our waiter was attentive without overdoing it. You know those restaurants where the server checks on you so much you can barely get a bite in? This was not like that. The service was just right. It was Friday night, and the band was setting up while we were there. Our food didn't take long at all, and it surpassed our expectations. By the time we left, the restaurant was starting to fill up, which I can definitely understand. My family and I highly recommend this place! Great food, great service, and a great atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!

What a fantastic place for great food, incredible atmosphere, even more incredible prices…read more Huge wings, perfectly fried, Wife had a delicious Cosmo & a burger. Saw Mike. Such a comfortable feel ~

I was visiting NJ and find this restaurant near the hotel I stay. Soup of the day was clam…read more'chowder' the best clam chowder I ever had. 16oz Steak also very good and my husband enjoyed his fish and chips.. highly recommend!

The food and service is amazing. Plan b my fave spot to chill relax play some pool, watch the game..read more

We're in the area staying at a hotel nearby and this came up well-reviewed with decent prices…read more We were very pleasantly surprised with delicious food, good prices, great drinks, great service with kind a waiter/bartender relaxed but cozy atmosphere, and an incredible dessert (the lemon cake). This is clearly a locals spot and I wish it was local to me, I'd be here all the time. If you're in the area or visiting it, this is the spot to hit! Just note that there's a lot of little upcharges such as extra for more tomato on the burger or sweet potato fries.

A breakfast gem! Delicious,, scratch cooked, healthy food. Friendly service. Highly recommend.read more

Easy to access and the staff are absolutely gracious and friendly. Street or small lot parking…read more Easy access in (walkers/strollers). Menu is hearty and jam-packed with TONS of options. Desserts are showcased and the flan is next level. Dining room is large but not overly loud- booths and tables. What about the big red chair?

The Shannon Rose as always, is great. William L. "Billy" is…read morean awesome Server, friendly helpful & amazing. Sal also is always a great guy. Food & Drinks were great and the vibe from the band was energetic. Love the Shannon!

I visited The Shannon Rose with colleagues for a weekday happy hour. There were almost 20 of us, so…read morewe settled on the far side of the bar. Shannon Rose is right off Route 17 and has a large parking lot. It's beautiful inside! Cozy decor and atmosphere. It's dark, but cozy. When we first arrived, the girl tending bar was very friendly and eager to prepare some drinks for us. She made me a great dirty vodka martini. Then I guess her shift ended minutes later. Another guy showed up to take over, and he apparently was responsible for both sides of a very long bar, plus preparing drinks for tables. Sooo, soon enough, he was hardly around when you needed him. As our group continued to arrive and more people needed drinks and refills, then we ordered food...and a second round of food, it got a bit frustrating because we found ourselves waiting quite a bit. He also brought me the wrong olives when getting my second martini... I don't think it was practical to have a single bartender for both sides of that bar. It certainly took away from our experience. The quality of the food and beverages was great. We tried nachos, pretzel bites, artichoke dip, boneless wings, and I think they were Reuben egg rolls. The nachos were OK for me, but I've had bigger, better platters during happy hours elsewhere. Again, though, the quality of the food was all good. Something else here was a bit of a turnoff for me and even my boss. Our group was large, with about 8-10 sitting along the bar and the rest standing opposite them, so we used one of the high-top tables right next to the bar. Someone came up to us and asked us to keep off the table. He said we could have the bar space but needed to stay there. It wasn't even that busy in the area, and there were plenty of open tables, so I don't get why it was an issue. I also didn't like the look on his face or his tone when asking us to keep off. Regardless, we complied. Overall, it was an OK evening, but there were a couple of turnoffs that made it less than ideal. I'm on the committee that coordinates our happy hour events, and I don't see myself recommending this place again for a while. Maybe we'll try it next year.

More like 3 1/2 stars overall!…read more Food was very good! I had cavatelli with vodka sauce which was so good! Just the right thickness of sauce too! My mother ordered nachos that was so huge! Portion sizes were great! Bakery was just ok, but the least Of all was service. It was packed and servers were not really hustling , they needed about 5 more people to serve. But i still got our food pretty fast and it was tasty so . While the restaurant is pretty, it is not very conducive to a cozy environment. Worked well for us! Definitely not a 3 star though, closer to 4 if not for service

Great food, great service, great price!…read more If you're looking for crappy diner food you will be disappointed. I got a strawberry banana and yogurt soothie, which you could tell was made fresh. We ordered a chicken sandwhich, french dip and kids french toast sticks. All were delicious but the french dip was the crowd favorite. Also, Every staff member we interacted with was very kind! And for 3 people to get full meals with left overs (and a smoothie) was only $50! Its definitely worth looping around route 17

Updating this review because I've had way better experiences at this Cava location over the past…read morefew months. I've popped in for takeout and also gotten it delivered, and my order has been correct every time. They also haven't been out of any ingredients and the portion sizes have been generous.

Cava definitely has good food. Ambiance is good. Service was efficient…read more It's a make your own bowl of salad place. It seems there is avocado and/or harissa in every dish. There's 5 fountain tea/lemonades to pick from as well. My hardship is the price. $19 for a bowl is hard to swallow.