I highly recommend Bistro d'Azur! We just hosted my mother's 80th birthday there (20 people) and…read morehad a wonderful experience. Isabelle made the planning easy. She and the staff were accommodating, attentive and welcoming. The food was well balanced and flavorful. Everyone - adults and children- enjoyed their meals! Thank you to Bistro d'Azur for making this milestone celebration an evening that we will always remember.

What a hidden gem!! I've had my eyes on this place for a while, and finally we made it. We chose…read moreto celebrate a very special occasion here and could not have been happier with our choice. Though we had booked well in advance, we had a sudden and unavoidable change of plans. They kindly accommodated our change, and made our very special dinner feel extra, in the best way possible. The space is beautiful, the food is délicieux! Be mindful of prix-fixe menus and the bonus of BYOB. If you have a special occasion, or not, give this place a try. C'est un régal!

A modern and stylish Turkish restaurant. Lighting was not super bright or dim. Service was…read morefantastic, the server took my umbrella for me and the chef came out to greet me and asked me how I was doing. The bread served was super soft and had great taste. The olive oil didn't seem to pair super well with it though. Got the Adana kebab and mixed grill to go (sampled all the items at the restaurant while still hot). Chicken shish- fairly tender. Slightly charred. Good flavor Lamb shish- cooked ~ medium with a little pink. Good flavor but could be a bit more tender. I do prefer my meats medium rare so it could just be that. Adana kebab- Tender, good flavor. I think it could've been a bit juicier? Burger- super tender and full of flavor. Best meat by far. Veggies and rice- both very good. I appreciate the attention to the sides. Service - 10/10 Food- 8/10

Great atmosphere, great service. I personally found the food mediocre but all of it tasted fresh…read more I had the lentil soup & my wife had the chicken soup, both were bland in our opinion & the lentil soup was a really light consistency which was not what I was expecting, calamari was really 10/10 fresh with good light breading but sauce was bland & did nothing for it. I tasted piece of the chicken in the chicken salad & it was really good & well flavored so it was kind of puzzling to me that The chicken thigh lacked flavor even though the chicken itself was fresh & delicately grilled, vegetables was great especially the baby potatoes, rice was meh! But it came with no kind of sauce. There were at least 3 tables celebrating their birthday which I took for a good sign & place appears child friendly without being annoying so it seems like a great neighborhood spot. With good atmosphere & great service, & fresh ingredients, I was somewhat disappointed in the lack of flavors in several dishes but I would still cautiously recommend this place if you live in the neighborhood but I would not go out of my way to get to this restaurant.

Food was excellent, I just wish it wasn't as oily as it was. I love that they have challah as an…read moreoption now and not just pita for their sandwiches. Clean establishment and cute merch. Staff were nice.

We were looking forward to trying what seems like the only Israeli-American restaurant in the area…read moreand were honestly disappointed. The falafel seemed pre-packaged and were dry and not flavorful. Salads were plentiful but very bland. The hummus also seemed like any prepackaged hummus you could buy at the store. Everything seemed like sort of an afterthought and not put together with a level of care regarding flavor and freshness. In terms of the overall location/setting, the restaurant was easy to get to and there was some seating inside. Service was fine. The bathroom was dirty - no paper towels were available and the toilet seat was not attached!!! For the price of the meals and the overall reputation of the restaurant, I expected a much better experience. This was, overall, lackluster at best.

Love the food and service at this establishment. Invited a…read morefriend to join me for lunch today. We shared saganaki with fig jam and a fish dorado which was cooked perfectly. Thank you Konstantine for your professionalism and Hektor for your excellent food.

I've been meaning to write a review for this spot ever since my folks took me out here for a…read morepre-birthday dinner in late January (2026). I don't know why we haven't frequented this spot sooner (at least during trips back home), but EVOO is legit. Also NOTE - its BYOB (but there are even some places nearish by you can grab a bottle or 3 if needed). Our server was very attentive, despite the restaurant being fairly busy. For apps, we decided on the: Hummus - how do you properly judge a Mediterranean restaurant without trying their hummus, and this was creamy, decadent and served with some fresh pita. Grilled Calamari (with roasted red pepper, lemon, evoo, capers, red onions) - very nicely cooked, not rubbery at all Grilled Octopus (with roasted red peppers, fava puree, capers, onions, red wine vinegar, arugula, evoo) - if octopus is on the menu, I'm gonna have it. For my entree, I got the pan-seared scallops with cauliflower puree, quinoa, spinach, heirloom tomato. Loved it. Cooked perfectly, loooved the silky puree...just a solid solid dish. All in all, EVOO definitely deserves to be on the Millburn/Essex shortlist when looking for nicer places to dine out. Can't wait to get back and try some more of their menu!

Excellent food and accommodating service Pleasant quiet…read moreatmosphere Wait staff very knowledgeable

It is hard to believe that Mandaloun was once a Friendly's - best known for family-friendly…read moreinexpensive, American comfort food like burgers, sandwiches, and ice cream. The new owners have completely reimagined the space into a moderately upscale, but still family-friendly, Mediterranean oasis with a contemporary aesthetic that's also a huge culinary step up from its predecessor. The staff was friendly and super attentive without ever being overbearing and went the extra mile to ensure we had a great meal and a great experience. My dining companion and I started with the special Trio Dip ($20), a fantastic, delicious starter with shareable portions of traditional hummus, a unique avocado hummus, and perfectly smoky baba ghanoush with crunchy walnuts alongside with a basket of warmly toasted pita bread. For our entree, we decided to share the Mandaloun Mix Grill ($40) and split the three kebabs -- filet mignon shish, ground beef kofta, and grilled chicken. This platter is a masterclass in grilling with three juicy and flavorful kebabs. Mandaloun also pays attention to small details that make the dining experience so memorable. We were both huge fans of the dipping dish with a concoction of olive oil, za'atar seasoning, and sesame seeds served with the pita and the toum -- an emulsion of garlic, oil, lemon juice, and salt which creates a thick, mayonnaise-like condiment that is 100% vegan and dairy-free -- served alongside our entree that's a perfect zesty pairing for the grilled chicken. One of the staff noticed how much I enjoyed both and brought over a small 'to go' container of each for us to take home. There was also a brief "if you know, you know" moment during dinner that I am sure was entirely unintentional. Our Mandaloun Mix Grill entree came with a tasty green salad topped with crispy pita strips, which felt like a very sophisticated homage to the Friendly's Crispy Chicken Salad entree that was topped with tortilla strips. PRO TIP #1: Bring a bottle of wine or beer from home to enjoy with your meal. Mandaloun is a BYOB establishment and does not serve alcohol. PRO TIP #2: Bring cash. Mandaloun has added a small surcharge for using credit cards to pay for your meal.

Decided to try this place after passing by many times. So pleasantly surprised. Very nice,…read morecomfortable interior- nicely decorated and good noise level, that is , no crazy noise! Menu is Mediterranean. Tried one of the dips which was generous portion and great!! The pita- like bread was so fresh- tasted like home- made. Husband had short rib ragu with paparadell & I had one of the specials - grilled swordfish with roasted vegetables and cauliflower puree. Husband loved his dish ( I agree- had a taste) and my dish was wonderful also. It was a nice melange of onions, peppers, eggplant & zucchini. The puree was also very good. Prob the best swordfish I've ever had at a restaurant - nicely seasoned and not dried out. We didn't really check out desserts because we were too full. Soft drinks were available and it's BYO. Service also met our expectations. So glad we discovered Mezza because we already talked about going back!

Mezza Livingston has been a go-to spot for Middle Eastern food a few times a year. But our last two…read morevisits have been disappointing enough to prompt this review. Servers seemed disengaged, chatting among themselves instead of attending to tables promptly. When we asked questions about dishes during our last visit, the response was a curt "whatever it says on the menu," which felt unhelpful and dismissive. The food is still decent, but the unpleasant atmosphere makes dining there less enjoyable now. I hope management addresses this situation. Perhaps training could help, regardless of any broader challenges with workers. Frequent patrons like me notice the decline and hope it can be corrected.

COME HUNGRY! I came here to celebrate my brother-in-law's birthday with my husband's family…read morerecently. There were 6 of us and we split the Efsane Family Special for 4 people and added lamb chops thinking we wouldn't have enough food lol the special also came with dessert but my sister-in-law also ordered a rice pudding. The 6 of us could've easily had the family special for 4 without ordering anything else - there was so much food and we had leftovers to take home!! For context, we all eat a LOT so to say we had leftovers is saying a lot! Quantity aside, the food itself was delicious. The bread is served fresh and steaming hot, the dips are delicious and flavorful, meat is seasoned and cooked perfectly (the chicken shish and lamb adana are my favorites), and the bitter black tea and sweet baklava are a perfect way to end the meal. I left there stuffed and so happy! The staff was also very friendly and attentive. I'll definitely be back!

My son and I had lunch on Sunday (3/1/26) and thoroughly enjoyed our meals. We were greeted warmly…read moreand given menus and had ample time to decide: we chose a shepherd salad and cheese rolls for appetizers (and were given a balloon bread); Dave had Iskender kebab and I ordered lab pide (and took lahmacun home). The food was delicious, and the servings were generous. Efsane is a big space with ample seating, and nicely decorated. There is plenty of parking out front. It has a great vibe to round out the picture. I plan to return, and recommend Efsane.

So underrated and hidden gym in Montclair this is better then nyc restaurants you def must try…read moreeverything on the menu is absolutely delicious

I'm updating my review after the restaurant reached out following my original experience…read more Management took the time to call, listen carefully to my concerns, and understand what happened. I appreciated that they did not dismiss the feedback and instead made a genuine effort to address it. They invited us back, and we decided to give the restaurant another chance. On our return visit, the experience was noticeably different. The service was warm, attentive, and professional, and we had an enjoyable meal overall. It felt like the feedback was taken seriously, which I respect. While my initial experience was disappointing and reflected how we genuinely felt at the time, I also believe businesses should get credit when they respond thoughtfully and improve. Thank you to the team for listening and turning around our impression.