When to begin...it's a mini trip to Italy. I was literally like a kid in the candy store…read more I can't wait to take my mom there so she can get treats from her childhood. It makes me so happy to see this place keeping the fresh, good old school ways and products alive!

The absolute worst tortellini ever! Inedible. Fell apart like crazy. The experience here does not…read morefeel personal at all. It's machine. NJ knows better. This is a sham Italian experience.

Everything here has amazing garlic flavor! We started off with a whole roasted garlic and I knew…read morethat I'd love everything in the menu. Ambiance: - cozy, festively decorated with nutcrackers for the winter holiday season - plenty of larger tables for big gatherings Service: - staff was attentive Food: - started with their free warm bread with germ olive oil and a whole head of roasted garlic. The olive oil is so fresh and has a blend of fragrant herbs like parsley. You have to spread an entire garlic clove on the bread and dip into the olive oil - ORECCHIETTE VODKA BOLOGNESE: I love bolognese and vodka sauce and this was my first time having pasta with both sauces. The sauce was delicious, creamy and meaty. Pasta was perfectly al-dente!

A Cranford Instition!…read more The Garlic Rose Bistro has been in downtown Cranford for many years, probably with the same menu. They do what they do very well. The Garlic Soup is outstanding. The Onion Soup Pork Chop is moist and tasty. Parking is easy - there is municipal parking lot in the back. The room is large and comfortable. The service was attentive.

I just went to Perrotti Meats for the first time yesterday! I've had their chicken salad before…read morewhen a coworker brought it to work, and it was so good that I made the 45-minute trip just to get more.... and it was so worth it! Hands down the best chicken salad I've ever had!!! The staff was incredibly welcoming and kind, and even the customers were so friendly. You can really tell this place is all about quality and community. I'll definitely be making more trips to Cranford, Perrotti's is truly one of a kind!

I've been picking up food here for over 25 years. I've never had anything bad. All the meat is…read morefresh and we like picking up package entrées for dinner or to put in the freezer. This time, I had the beef, lamb, and chicken kebabs. I love lamb and these were excellent. My only issue is that I never get an itemized receipt so when someone asks me what I paid for a specific item, I don't always know. I picked up a container of the red potato salad for the first time after a friend raved about it. Good choice Jeff!

Excellent on every note. Quality and taste beyond compare. Massimo's remains my go to for complete…read moresatisfaction.

I made a catering order with 24 hour notice, and they delivered. Was so happy with the sandwiches…read moreand penne vodka (full tray). I highly recommend considering them if you are hosting a small event at your house. They do charge 3 percent extra for credit cards but that has become pretty much the norm for small business. Overall really good sandwiches and yummy bread. Penne vodka is the best I've had in Jersey this far.

Having lived in Union 20 years ago and coming back to New Jersey for a visit I kept thinking about…read morethe big balls of fresh mozzarella. I used to get at this deli. We stopped on the way down to Central Jersey from the airport and I went into where I thought it was. These guys said that they bought it from the original owners maybe 10 years ago, but the fresh mozzarella was just as good and the bread just as crusty as I remember it. It was, such an nostalgic delight to be in the building and also to eat the bread and cheese later. Fresh mozzarella is not something you get in middle Tennessee.

To be honest my wife hooked me up on this place. I forgot my…read morelunch and was going to settle for something close to my job. However my wife surprised me with a Uber Eats delivery. The driver came with an sandwich that was The Italian. Well I fondant was able to dig in later in the day. The sandwich was fantastic. The bread was crunchy on the outside and the meats were fresh and delicious. The sandwich is always about the bread. They crushed it. Very impressed and will order again.

Diner right across from the train station- hence the name :)…read more Parking is street and nearby lot all meter. Staff is friendly and welcoming. I met a colleague for brunch on a weekday and appreciated the festive decor felt very homey. Menu offers variety, but we both ended up ordering crepes one savory and one sweet. The savory one comes with a side of fries. Both were good, I think I prefer a thinner crepe but the savory one offered a thicker one so it was pretty filling. Overall 4/5 for value and execution. Not necessarily a destination spot but conveniently located and a decent option if you're looking for a quick bite. Pricing of the rest of the menu was on the pricey side for the diner feel.

Absolutely amazing food! We were already planning our next visit while halfway through our first…read more Incredible food with huge portions - friendly & engaging staff - the cutest little breakfast spot.

I have been coming to Sun Tavern since 2008 when I worked in Cranford NJ. The prices have always…read morebeen fair even with inflation. The servers, table seating are hit or miss like everywhere else. But the bar service has always been top notch. Over the years Nick has been my bartender/server. He is prompt and very knowledgeable, and personable. Tonight we chatted and I found out he worked at the Fanwood location. I recall being in my early 20s when it closed down. Really enjoy the ambience of the Sun Tavern. My best friend (living in New Brunswick) and myself (few towns over) often kick our selves forgetting about our favorite hidden gem at the Tavern, when we end up elsewhere displeased or broke (lol) . The Outdoor patio seating is our fave during warm weather but even on weekday nights the bar is always a comfortable option for us or when I go alone. I'm 35 and an old soul but I personally appreciate the music style but u can also pay to play your own songs too. The bar pies are a great size and absolutely delicious. I'm a picky eater but the cheese steak, curly fries and Taylor ham sandwich are my favorites. Great selection of Tab and drinks as well! Well worth the drive for even a quick drink!

This place seems to always be packed and im glad I came early. You can tell that this place has its…read moreregular customers and they have a full bar which is great. Ill say that at first I didn't care for the kids that work here just walking around aimlessly but I can see that they are hard at work making sure everything is clean and drunks are full and what not. Ok now the food. When my calamari came out I thought to myself oh no. So thick you'd think they were tough and rubbery but im happy to say they were melt in your mouth tender. I could not believe it. My wife mentioned that her french onion soup was a bit tangy but ok. The old world pie.....very garlicy without being overwhelming and just enough dabs of sauce. Imagine a garlicy margherita pizza. So good and light. I do not recommend the spinach dip. Way too much cream cheese and so blah.

Excellent staff, prepared food and catering. A plus is the quality meat market for home cooks. A…read morereal gem in Union County!

Food from here is usually very good, but recently every time i get some type of pressed sandwich it…read moreis covered in burnt charcoal pieces from the press. All that needs to be done is to clean the press or get a flat press? I'm not sure. Either way, still great service and food, i just would prefer this problem be corrected.

Beautiful and upscale restaurant with modern, sophisticated touches. My husband and I have been…read morehere several times for brunch, and most recently we hosted a private event in the main dining area. Everything was fantastic - from the early stages of planning to the day of the party, our event coordinator Isabel helped make the entire experience seamless and stress-free. On the day of the event, everything went smoothly. The food was absolutely delicious and our guests commented how friendly and attentive the service was. We have no complaints and are very grateful to the entire team for making our event so special. We look forward to returning again soon!

This is a lovely, upscale restaurant that's great for special occasions. It's spacious, with high…read moreceilings and cloth upholstered seats. To start, our table shared the burrata. It was light and fresh. For my main, I had the avocado toast. This was a unique preparation with hummus and almonds. The bread was quite soft. It was tasty and filling. The accompanying crispy breakfast potatoes were excellent. Perfect texture with a nice crisp bite. The portion sizes of all of the dishes were very generous. Our table also ordered the tres leches french toast, chicken waffle, and pappardelle, and everyone was satisfied. A couple of people ordered sides of eggs and bacon and they were able to accommodate that as well. To drink, I had a couple of the non-alcoholic cocktails. They were both quite good. For dessert, I loved the creme brûlée, which was smooth and creamy, with a crunchy caramelized top layer. Our waiter was patient and prompt with requests. We really enjoyed the meal!