***If there's one review you should read before deciding to come here, it's this one. I'm about to…read morewax poetic.*** Let me preface by saying that I'm a young adult who considers himself a bit of a foodie. I work in Times Square so I usually frequent fine dining establishments in the city, but my home is North Jersey so I am acutely aware that there are some hidden gems in this state. Last week, I was at the Saddle River Inn in Saddle River and was blown away. But this place is far, far, even more exceptional. Greatest dining experience ever. Called the restaurant due to a last-minute cancelation in my party. Evan, a manager, was super helpful in waiving any cancelation fees. It's BYOB and there's a brewery across the street that apparently does takeout. I just brought beer from my house. They gave me chilled glasses and a bucket of ice to keep my refreshments chilled. Onto the ambience. You walk in and it's a nice, cozy little place with tables and a bar top with an open kitchen layout behind it. You can see all the food that's cooking and the presentations that go behind each dish - all live in front of you. The chef's were busy but always obliged when I said hey or asked a question. I tried the 5 course chef's tasting menu for $125. You get a little bit of all of the best flavors coming out of the kitchen. And the flavors are always changing. They source their ingredients from local farms. First came out complimentary course #1 - all I remember is it had crudo in it. Then course #1 - gulf shrimp with squid. This is the point where I decide no matter how else dinner plays out, I'm coming back. What fresh ingredients and creative flavor pairings. Next was course #2 - duck confit spring roll. It's just a smaller portion of what's regularly on their menu. This may have been my favorite item of the night. Next was wood fired octopus in tagliatelle pasta. After that, I believe, was complimentary course #2 - what appeared to be a caesar salad. Anything they make is delicious. Finally, I had an American wagyu strip as the fourth course. Absolutely delectable. At this point, I'm in Heaven. But I'm not quite yet full and ready for my dessert - profiteroles - one of my favorite desserts. I was looking forward to it from the moment I walked in and saw it listed on the tasting menu. I only eat 1 meal a day so when I finally eat, I eat a lot. A normal person would be full at this point, but I wanted more. I also couldn't help but think it might have something to do with me not wanting to leave and just try anything this kitchen made. So I ordered more. I asked for their regular menu and ordered some more duck confit spring rolls and some type of pork belly entree. Quick note - the pork belly entree was not good. You have to take the losses on the chin to make the wins matter more. Pork belly over beans? It was like bbq ribs meets an English breakfast. Please get rid of that, respectfully. After 3 bites, I didn't want any more so I quietly flagged down my server, Kat, and told her please quietly take this, I fully intend to pay for it since I ordered it; it's just no good. And I had been raving to her about every dish up until that point. So she insisted that she'd take it off the check. I insisted I'd pay, she kept insisting, so I relented. That's really good customer service. Now time for dessert. I wish I could say I was ending on a better note but the Profiteroles - which I mentioned is a favorite dessert of mine - massive disappointment. After everything else was put together for care, I got notes of freezer for this last one - especially the pumpkin part. I love this restaurant and I intend on returning as soon as possible, so please don't take offense to my constructive criticism. I applaud your efforts to infuse different flavors together. It is working wonders for you. Keep it up. I'm gonna share pictures of everything, including the menu. But the last 2 things I'll talk about are the cost and the service. With the pork belly entree taken off, it was just the 5 course tasting menu, an order of duck confit spring rolls, and a $6 double espresso. The total came out to $168 after taxes. I tipped $168. That's right. 100%. In a world where people like to dock tip percentages from their precious "20%" for what they perceive to be a lack of good service, let's normalize going above 25% for exceptional service. Not everyone can afford 100% like me, but next tip tip your servers 30-35% for exceptional service. As a former server in my heyday, I promise it'll mean more to them than the few extra dollars to you. And exceptional service is what I got. From manager Evan, to server Kat, to all of the others I met - forgive me if I forget any names. Chef Kelly, Chef Mike, Chef Jon, Keira, Jimmy. Thank you for an unforgettable 5-star experience. Keep up the exceptional work. I will see you again soon.

Early dinner on a Friday night. Again, couldn't have been better! We again did the 3 course dinner,…read moreamazing as usual. Took pics this time so wanted to review. We ordered the bread this time too. Delicious! Didn't need any drinks because the food was amazing. Great meal yet again!

Had a wonderful dinner with 7 other family members on a busy Saturday night. This place is a hidden…read moregem in Hackettstown. We were able to make a reservation, and the restaurant was kind enough to extend our reservation when we were delayed -- especially on one of their busiest nights of the week. Maria was exceptionally nice and helpful in making reservations. Food was delicious and enjoyable throughout all the courses. The Picanha and Beef Short Ribs were my favorites of the Rodizio. My parents split a steak entree and the salmon - the restaurant was kind enough to split both entrees on two plates for each of them. Both servings were generous. Had an Old Fashioned and a Caipirinha - both were excellent. They also have an extensive wine and whiskey menu. Service was pretty good. I would say the only hiccup was the food took forever to come, which seems strange for Rodizio. But I attribute the delay to the tardiness of two folks in our party, and a little inexperience of our server. But aside from that, he did a good job. We got to meet the manager Tatiana, who was fabulous - you can tell she cares about her craft, and the owner Joe, who was exceptionally kind and friendly. My niece and his son apparently went to the same school, so it was truly nice to make the acquaintance. I love to support small business, and it doesn't get better than this. I will make sure to stop here again soon - this was a fantastic experience.

I had the short ribs of beef. Others in my party had rodizio and one had seafood paella. My dish…read morewas tender, but very salty. I've heard that's common with Brazilian cuisine, but it was too salty for me. The paella was surprisingly small portion-wise compared to the way most restaurants serve it. And, the rodizio was a slow journey....the meat came out so slowly that it wasn't enjoyable.

Great food, great vibe. Keep it up with that 5 star service too! Friendly and fun, worth driving…read moreand eating in restaurant.

This place said, "Why choose a country?" and I respect that. Argentinian + Uruguayan…read morebakery/restaurant... with a Mexican corner on the menu just to keep things spicy. So yes, by my highly scientific logic, this is also a Mexican spot. The decor definitely leans Mexico, heavy, which its amazing, kept reminding me of my favorite Mexican restaurant. But anyway, we're not here for interior design, we're here to eat. There's a LOT going on here, menu wise and vibe pwise, but in a good way. I ordered the Sandwiches de Miga 'Olímpico' and if you haven't tried them yet, that's a personal failure you can still fix. They're a must. Soft, classic, comforting... except for the edges. The edges were... questionable. Hard/frozen-ish. Not blaming anyone directly, maybe the fridge settings were on "Antarctica," maybe they weren't fully thawed. We'll never know. But that first bite hurt emotionally. It was like ordering a burger without pickles, taking a confident bite, and BOOM! pickle. Suddenly your whole day shifts slightly off center. Service wise: the guy at the counter stared at me, I started my order with zero greeting, felt like human self checkout, and I'm fine with that. Sometimes you don't want conversation, you just want carbs. Despite the frozen edge plot twist, I'm 100% coming back. The food has real potential, the place has character, and I need to try their asado.

We stopped by Muldoon's on an early Saturday afternoon because we were looking for a place with…read moreoutdoor seating (which they do have!), but it was much cooler (temperature-wise) to sit indoors. We received nice, friendly, and attentive service from the owner or manager who sat us right away. We received two menus the regular one and a weekly specials one. We ended up ordering an item from each : (specials) a buffalo chicken salad and from the regular menu a French onion soup and fish and chips as well as a Guinness. The French onion soup was tasty, the salad from the weekly specials was rely big! A huge portion we just needed to ask for dressing on the side. But the winner was the fish and chips dish crispy and nothing better than those thick-cut fries. The fish and chips come with tartar sauce and coleslaw on the side. Overall worth it if you are driving by the Route 46 west area. Really delicious food and good service.

Service was very friendly and attentive…read more The bar area is nice it's a smaller place overall. Restaurant seating is good. There is an outdoor patio which is a nice add. We had the Ruben and a chicken BLT wrap. Both were very good. Nice atmosphere! Thanks.

I have been coming here with fantastic experiences for years.....I cannot believe that I have yet…read moreto do a well earned positive review (mommy-brain in full effect LOL) Year after year the atmosphere, service, food, and libations have been stellar. The owner also consistently walks around to ensure that his guests are happy, for years! This time we started with the soup special, Guinness beef stew, SO good. Then we had the oysters which were delicious. For our entrees, I had the branzino which was also delicious. My hubby got the short rib pastrami special...WOW! We thought it was going to be a type of Reuben sandwich, but it was a platter, and it was amazing, so I'm glad it was suggested to us by the staff. We normally don't have room for dessert, but we made sure to try one of them since they are all homemade; we tried the red velvet cake, which was really good! Our dinner and dessert beverages also complemented our meals. This is definitely a place you want to try!

Came here with a group of coworkers for dinner. The service…read morewas good. We were a big group and nothing was messed up and they were very attentive.overall experience was good.

The food truly exceeded expectations. Everything we ordered was incredibly fresh and packed with…read moreflavor.What impressed me just as much was how affordable everything was. For the generous portions and outstanding quality, the prices were more than reasonable. It's rare to find a place that combines freshness, flavor, and value so seamlessly.

Great food every time. I give it 8 stars on food. Been going there since opened. No hesitation …read more Great place

When we first moved to Warren County, after being born and raised out East, finding authentic…read moredelicious Italian food was almost an impossible task but when we found Mama's our search was over. The food is delicious and the selections plenty with the ambiance to match. The waitresses are always pleasant and friendly with the attention to service that fine restaurants offer. My only suggestion would be that guests absolutely enjoy being asked as to the their dinning experiences and meal quality but not repeatedly within the reservation. That aside, I can say only the highest praises of Mama's Cafe Baci and I highly recommend anyone yearning for authentic Italian cuisine to experience it themselves.

Can't recommend this place enough for any kind of diet!! If you are gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan…read moreor vegetarian...they really take care of you and have 19 separate fryers to make sure you can eat safely. And the food is scrumptious!! They have soft guitar music...perfect background music and not loud at all. The owner could not have been nicer. If you are in the area...or want a delicious dining experience...go to Mama's.

This was our first time trying the Taphouse Grille and I will say I wasn't disappointed. Walking in…read morethe restaurant is very clean and has a nice chill vibe to it. Whether your going to the bar or going for a sit down meal there is a nice separation if your bringing the family. The service was quick and our server was on top of everything continuously checking in to see if all was good. The food was pretty good although one burger was slightly under cooked it was not terrible. The portions were big and the fries come plain so you can add whatever you need to, to make them the way you like them. I will definitely be coming back to this spot and encourage people to check it out!

I'm really disappointed with how much this place has changed since the new ownership took over. The…read morequality has gone downhill drastically. When we ate there, the food was extremely salty, and when I ordered online, the meal arrived so undercooked that I actually had to finish cooking it myself at home. This used to be a reliable spot, but after these experiences, I can't recommend it anymore. I hope they address these issues, because right now the quality and consistency just aren't there.

Outstanding dinner at PH Steakhouse with a phenomenal server…read more Had an amazing dinner at PH Steakhouse in Chester, and a huge part of what made the night so great was our server, Sterling. He was friendly, on point with timing, and knew the menu and cocktail list inside and out, so much so that it's worth specifically requesting Sterling when you make a reservation or when you're seated. He even recommended my (and his) favorite specialty cocktail, which ended up being the perfect drink to go with the meal.​ I ordered the Delmonico King Cut steak and it came out a perfect medium rare--flavorful, tender, and cooked exactly as requested. My wife's parmesan‑crusted chicken was also fantastic, with great seasoning and a really nice crisp on the outside.​ The specialty cocktails were fun and inventive, which fits perfectly with their strong craft cocktail program and full bar. If you can, definitely request to sit in the "Chester Room"; it's a very cozy and quaint dining area, and the fireplace during these chilly winter months makes it feel extra warm and inviting.​ Between the perfectly cooked steak, my wife's excellent chicken, the creative cocktails, the cozy Chester Room, and especially the top‑tier service from our server, this was an easy 5‑star experience.

My mahi mahi was overcooked and flavorless. I ate only half of it. Not worth the price! The…read moreatmosphere was okay but the background music was too loud for conversation.

We were here today with friends and found Pete to be not only a waiter, but a cook and an all…read morearound nice guy.All of our food was delicious.Highly recommend this place.

Saturday evenings they usually serve prime rib. I tried it tonight, it was the best I've ever had…read more It was perfectly cooked, tender and delicious. The potatoes were also tasty. As much as I tried I couldn't eat the whole generous portion , thankfully my husband was willing to help. One of my favorites is chicken Parmesan, so it was hard to venture a change by ordering the Prime Rib, but I was glad I did. It was very satisfying. The staff is very nice and attentive as well! The owner often comes out to say hello. A great place for consistently delicious food and a friendly, homey vibe.