huge fan of this chef and his work in every aspect from the soba to his handmade ceramic bowls and…read moresmall platters. every nook of this place is insanely beautiful and a very intentional space. presentation of the soba was wild. i almost shed a tear by the end of my meal. the duck was so soft and tender, the ratio of soba to duck was perfect and they don't skimp out here. i hope to try more of their items the next time i'm back.

Fantastic experience, amazing and authentic Japanese food! Staff is very attentive and extremely…read morenice. The food is certainly on the pricier side but it is absolutely worth it. Our food was served quickly and the salmon soba tasted absolutely amazing and super fresh! The ambiance was upscale and quiet as the restaurant seems very cozy. Ever since visiting Japan a few years ago my husband and I are always on the hunt for great authentic Japanese restaurants and this is one not to miss.

Great options! Lots of gluten free, I believe the majority if not the whole menu can accommodate.read more

I split a black bean and avocado sope and a hibiscus chorizo quesadilla with a friend. The…read moretortillas tasted fresh, and both fillings were pretty flavorful. It worked out to about $34 total for a very light meal - if you're hungry, I'd recommend adding on another dish.

Great gluten free bread! But the location is a little off the beaten path. They do offer shipping…read moreoptions.

I went to MOMA and ordered a sandwich with gluten free bread. I was blown away by how delicious the…read morebread was (I so miss regular bread!) and asked the server to find out where the bread was from. Everybody Eats! Since then I have spoke to two gluten free people in CT who order from your company. I just have to finish off the tasteless gluten free bread I got at ShopRite then I will be ordering from your company. Thanks for having great bread!

Have been going to the restaurant since the early 1990's. Have always gotten the same meal. Baked…read moreclams, 1/2 order of linguini with lobster sauce, shrimp stuffed with crab meat and chocolate mousse pie for dessert. Last few times they were not able to accomodate the linguini with lobster sauce because it is now a special item on certain days. Went last Saturday for our anniversary and a few more things have changed since the last time. The long time waiters Jerry and Giancarlo are no longer there. We had an Indian waiter with a heavy accent that was hard to understand. No specials were offered and the vibe was different. I think I expect an Italian waiter at an Italian restaurant the same as I expect a Chinese waiter at a Chinese restaurant. I was told the linguini with lobster was not available but I could order a lobster and have sauce on top. I settled on the veal chop and it had no garnish or sauce on it. And the third issue was they no longer had chocolate mousse pie but they had a chocolate mousse cake. Totally different from my go to. We decided to share Italian cheese cake and it was dissapointing. Was not traditional Italian ricotta cheesecake. Was made of cream cheese and was on the dry side. Over all the food was ok, the dessert wasn't, the service was attentive but the vibe was off. End result is after 30 years of eating here a few times a year I think this will be our last time.

This restaurant is very good. I grew up in Brooklyn and I had never gone here before, but I will…read moresay the food is very good. The people are very nice as well. One of the owners walked by and had a conversation with us. I will definitely return for another meal when I visit New York.

This is a neat place where the shopping (the cute dollar type store) outweighs the food. I would…read moreabsolutely go here more often if it was not almost 1.5 hours from my house. It was a fun experience for my son but my daughter has celiac disease and the only thing she could eat was ice cream. This is a common problem for her since wheat is in a ton of food. Since she is not used to this ice cream style, she didn't like it, but that's not on the vendor. My son enjoyed his ramen bowl. He said the sushi was in between a Japanese restaurant and store prepackaged and it was edible it just didnt knock his socks off. Overall a nice experience. I would love it if there was something like this in NJ

Japan village is a fun spot to visit for free. Foodcourt offers many options from onigiri and sushi…read moreto ramen and udon to donburi and okonomiyaki. There are also few sitdown restaurants and Japanese market. Upper floor has few shops which are cool - especially manga, as well as, small arcade, tea ceremony and origami. It's a fun way to kill few hours or immerse oneself in Japanese culture. Food is good and fresh. Prices are a bit on the high side and it can get crowded - so may be tough to find a table during lunch rush or when rainy and outdoor tables unavailable. Overall highly recommend for anyone who loves Japanese food or culture. Kids who enjoy anime, manga, or just silliness of Japanese variety stores will have a blast

Grazie! Grazie! Grazie! Special thanks to Adriana for her…read morehospitality and ensuring that our experience was worth the visit. Another special thank you to our amazing waiter, Alejandro. He did not miss a beat and if anything slipped past him, it was swiftly corrected. And lastly, to the chef! Thank you for your culinary creativity shown in each specially crafted dish. Starters: Fried calamari and shrimp- this was a good start although missing a little flavor to the batter but it was good nonetheless. Whipped burrata-this was delicious but it could have been even better with some more of the delicious house bread that we were offered upon arrival. Drinks: Balsamic peach spritz (not pictured) the graduate's favorite drink of the day! She raved about it the entire time. Aperol spritz- very refreshing with a beautiful citrus twist! I loved it. Old fashioned- my boyfriend throughly enjoyed this classic drink. Entrees: Oven roasted branzino- AMAZING! The cook on the branzino was perfect and the broccolini and mini carrots added a beautiful crunch to my experience. I could have taken another order to go. My boyfriend had the house ravioli which was salmon and after taking one bite, I can attest that it was INCREDIBLY delicious! Everyone else thoroughly enjoyed their meals: Ribeye steak Lamb chops with spinach mashed potatoes Lamb chops with roasted potatoes Roasted Chicken Rustichella We ended the celebration with dessert: Olive oil cake- not too sweet and fluffy. Tiramisu- sinfully good! Overall, we had an incredible dining experience and would highly recommend it.

Best to go on Sundays...for Parking. Otherwise, this quaint, intimate enclave of delicious fresh…read moreItalian fare is the perfect date or family gathering spot. Pastas are fresh, wines are Italian and Service is familial, comforting and personable. There's bar space for solo situations or to grab a quick bite and sip. Short Ribs Paparadelle, Fettucine Alfredo with Grilled Chicken were fresh & delish! Had the Fried Calamari and Shrimp to start. Very light battered, fried and clean. Also, had the divine Roasted Brussel Sprouts. Ended with the Olive Oil Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream and the 3 Mini Cannolis, which provided the perfect bite to end the feast. Just sweet enough to leave you wanting more. No matter the occasion, Barbalu is GOOD to you!

Sure it's a little pricey but the quality and service justify it!…read more We enjoyed our early dinner in December 2025 at the holiday pop up here. The drinks were creative and fantastic! Try at least two of them when you visit. The ambiance was also on point...not too over the top holiday cheer, but still a lot of interesting decor and details to look at. The server and hostess were top notch, helping explain their favorite items and what may fit our taste. Food: 4/5 Drinks: 5/5 Decor for holidays: 5/5 Service 5/5 Value: 4/5

Adrianna was amazing!! She was professional, knowledgeable about the menu and most importantly to…read moreme as a customer, she was friendly and kind which made my experience great. Also the lasagna and siesta drink are delicious!

We picked this place on a whim because it was attached to our hotel, and after a long day, we were…read moretoo tired to venture elsewhere. What a wonderful surprise this turned out to be! The restaurant itself has a modern, chic décor with a lively but moderate noise level. It strikes a great balance between energetic and intimate, making it an excellent spot for a romantic date night if that's what you're looking for. Our server, Sam, absolutely made the experience. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, answered all of our questions with confidence, and did an amazing job matching our preferences with the perfect food and drink recommendations. Her service was exceptional from beginning to end. We started with the pita and hummus, and you could immediately tell everything was made from scratch. The pita was warm and fresh, the hummus was incredibly smooth and flavorful, and you could truly see and taste the quality. For dinner, we had the burger with the house chips. Both were excellent, and I especially loved the herb mayonnaise that came with the chips. I didn't even realize it was mayonnaise at first because it was so fresh and flavorful! We also shared the Caesar salad, which was delicious. The next morning, we came back for breakfast and ordered the Jerusalem bagel with egg and cheese. It was absolutely decadent and the perfect way to start the day. Between the outstanding food, beautiful atmosphere, and exceptional service, this restaurant exceeded every expectation. A huge shoutout to Sam for making our visit so memorable. We can't wait to come back the next time we're in the area to explore more of the menu and, hopefully, have Sam as our server again!

Came with a friend to brunch on a sunny Spring day, and the vibes were alive! The pastel colors and…read moreMediterranean flare made the spot feel breezy and easygoing. The brunch menu has a lot of delicious looking options, so my friend and I shared several dishes. We had the mushroom hummus, pistachio sticky bun, kale salad, and Israeli breakfast all to share. It was a wonderful spread and everything was fresh and flavorful - absolutely delectable. Even the sides and breads that came with the Israeli breakfast were wonderfully prepared. Service was quick and the staff were all friendly and attentive. I cannot wait to come back for again brunch and to try their dinner menu!