Along this highway in Farmingdale, you will find an Italian deli that serves quality ingredients. I…read moreonly went there to support local businesses, and I will say that I do not regret it. Brand: 5/5 Tenth and Willow is an Italian-themed deli located in Colts Neck Plaza in Farmingdale. The logo has the Italian flag emblazoned in the background. The solid aesthetics on the website of the sparkles and shining rays perfectly represent the brand. When it comes to the interior, I will say that they deliver on all they promise, for you will find many Italian food and ingredients throughout the establishment. Website: 5/5 It brings you immediately to an image of a sandwich, which makes a good first impression on anyone coming to the site. Scrolling down, you encounter the backstory and the menu with many selections from beverages to wraps to heroes. You will find at the bottom a regularly updated blog section filled with fun facts of Tenth and Willow. Wait Time: 5/5 I experienced no delay or disruptions during the time I waited for my order. Ambiance: 4/5 The establishment housed plenty of Manhattan Specials of varying flavors throughout the aisles. You will also find plenty of cookies and treats upon racks, including meats and cheese hidden behind large glass counters. The aisles and the space between them and the deli did feel cramped with no tables or seats available. Food: 5/5 I ordered the Maple Ham Hero, which considers maple ham, fontana cheese, lettuce, tomato, and balsamic glaze. The maple ham had a sweet taste, as expected, which complements well with the sharp fontana cheese and the lettuce. The balsamic glaze had its own strong taste. The bread held well and had a decent amount of crunch, without becoming stale. Everything in the hero stayed in place while it also had a rich, thick taste. Service: 5/5 The staff managed to get my order without any issues. Worth The Money?: 4/5 The selection of meals, such as heroes, definitely reflect the brand of Tenth and Willow as an Italian market-and-deli. While I did not have a problem waiting, it did feel cumbersome in a cramped area for my order. Nevertheless, the ambiance of exploring around the establishment did not have an issue with me, especially as I got to see the delicacies from the cookies to the marzipan. As for the Maple Ham Hero, the appropriate wait time matched the quality of the food. The organization of the food shows that the staff care about their ingredients. They make it clear on their website that most of their partners provided locally sourced ingredients. If that is true, then this establishment deserves more attention, and I can see how Italian restaurants would rely on this deli for their ingredients. While the website does not scroll down with silky speed, it does provide a sense of welcoming ambiance with its deep, green color. I will say ultimately that the price of the Maple Ham Hero and the experience going to Tenth and Willow was worth it. Rating: 5/5 Stars I have hope that Tenth and Willow will continue to have relevance in Farmingdale, and among those who prioritize Italian cuisine and ingredients. Recommend To... Anyone just starting an Italian restaurant and is looking for key ingredients, since you would be supporting local producers while propping up your local business, thus creating a network of local businesses that help the community through the local multiplier effect. I also recommend to anyone looking to add more to their Italian-inspired cuisine and need suggestions about which meats, cheese, or spices to use. If you like Manhattan Special, then I would also recommend this establishment to you.

There used to be a barbecue place in this little plaza that is no longer there, so I stopped in…read moreTenth and Willow for a sandwich. I never tried this place before. I had a tuna wrap (spinach wrap). The tuna was flavorful. My only issue was the spinach wrap. It took a little effort to bite through so I don't know if that means it wasn't as fresh. They had some other things I would like to try and will. As for the wrap, I would just call it a one off.

Excellent, quick "fun food" 'fast food' BBQ with well-prepared meats and sauces created by an…read moreexpert in Tennessee. The pulled pork slider had a pleasant amount of smokey pork, and the brisket slider transported me to another dimension with how tender and flavorful the brisket was. Both were generously-packed with a dark house BBQ sauce that was different than I've experienced before. I could speculate that there's some sort of soda or molasses rounding out the flavor profile. The only way I could see this elevated would be with some sort of light slaw to add a little texture and vegetables. An included side of chips was equally excellent. House-made from actual potato's, the chips had a pleasant crisp with a hint of what I could perceive as being a malt vinegar. $10 for this entire platter is a sound deal. Then, as I sometimes do, I turned a late lunch into my lunch/dinner for the day and took advantage of their $1 wings deal on Monday's. The minimum order is 12 wings, which ended up being the ideal amount since these were phenomenal. Smokey Sliders' wings are baked with ample seasoning and an impressively crispy, evenly-cooked exterior. The chicken inside was cooked absolutely perfectly, still smoking as I bit into them. I used each of their spicy sauces to cool the wings down: Maple Bourbon BBQ, Mango Habanero, and Pineapple Sriracha. My mouth is watering recollecting the flavors of these sauces: they were all top-tier sauces that are several notches above the standard BBQ sauce at a chain or even a hot sauce purveyor. The flavor notes were all prevalent, with plenty of maple syrup, mango, and pineapple notes respectively balanced well into a slightly-thickened sauce. These wings are top-tier, and some of the best I've ever had. The wings, paired with the sublime sauces, may even be better than the well-crafted sliders. It's served in a clean space with some seating for groups by a friendly owner. I was glad I used Yelp to lead me here instead of grabbing pizza, as I would otherwise have no idea, as the entirety of the meal was excellent. The quality, speed, and innovativeness of the sauces may make this an underdog in the BBQ scene within a few more seasons.

The food is very tasty. The St. Louis Ribs look like and are about the same size as the baby back,…read moremeaning they seem small. The meat is fall off the bone. Are they good, yes. Do the St. Louis seem small, yes, that is why I dinged them. The baked beans are good. The coleslaw is good. Maybe it is not a 5, because they are slathered in sauce and I would have preferred the sauce on the side. They don't seem especially smoked and for my tastes are a little too over cooked. I don't know if I will return. I wonder if they are really smoked on premises. Seems like they were reheated some how. Will I return ? I don't know. They are not as good IMHO as good Chinese ribs, say from Sichuan Cottage in Marlboro or Mee Mah in Edison. Having said that these ribs much better than the ones on the UMI lunchtime buffet in Freehold.

We decided to try Doughboys for dinner. We had three different pizzas and they were all delicious…read more The service was very good. It looked like they are either creating a dining room or remodeling the current dining room. Will definitely go back, hope to see more people in the dining room.

So good!!! Pizza is yummy!! Sandwiches are great ! Service outstanding!!! Bruno and staff are…read moreVery friendly and kind always!!

I can't believe I waited so long to come back to Harvest. What was I thinking ?…read more We went out for lunch to celebrate my friend's birthday and Harvest turned out to be a great choice! The location is a little further than we would normally travel, but it was worth it. I loved all the farm to table foods they have. They even nicely promote all the partners they use right on the wall of the restaurant, so you know where all your food comes from. Everyone loved their meals! I had the Thai chicken sandwich and it was so flavorful and delicious. It came with a side and I picked baked sweet potato wedges that were really good and so memorable that a week later I am still thinking about them. Other dishes ordered were the chicken salad and strawberry salad which my friends both enjoyed. Our server was very good and didn't rush us as we were just chatting up a storm. The restaurant suggests reservations which are a good idea, especially for dinner. I will definitely be back and can't wait to put Harvest on my restaurant rotation. Sorry no photos this time... the food was just so good and we were hungry!

Tucked away in a small town, you will find a cozy nook to discover American cuisine…read more Brand: 5/5 Harvest is a small restaurant in Farmingdale specializing in New American cuisine. The entrance stands out in this borough, despite its small size. I do think that sign with the wooden background reflected the cozy interior quite well with a homey style. The country décor on the walls also enhances the aesthetics. Website: 5/5 It wastes no time, for it immediately opens you to the menu where most of the items have their own images. I appreciated the minimalistic design where the understandable font provides you with the information. The basic description of the establishment does say that they rely on locally sourced ingredients. Ambiance: 5/5 Normally, dark interiors would not necessarily work for eateries unless they achieve a cozy vibe; which is what Harvest did perfectly. The wooden walls provide a sense of comfort underneath lights dim enough to not offend the eyes but bright enough to see. Despite the cramped space, I did think that the interior fitted the ambiance, along with the smooth country music playing over the radio. Service: 5/5 The staff was quite jovial and patiently explained a part of the menu. We had no issues with our orders. Wait Time: 5/5 I did wait awhile for the meals, though we managed to get our orders without any interruptions. Food: 4/5 I ordered the Grilled Chicken Thai Sandwich with no additional sides, with a free, complementary glass of water. It has ciabatta beard containing grilled chicken, spinach, cucumbers, and Thai sauce. I do not know if the signature sauce is authentically Thai, but I will say that I could barely tolerate the pungent taste and smell. I cannot say whether it is the feature. Every other part, such as the spinach and the cucumbers, definitely complemented the grilled chicken with a juicy taste. The ciabatta bread buns managed to hold their form, even as the contents started to fall off. Worth The Money?: 2/5 I will say that Harvest brand has as much of a highfalutin status as its prices. While the restaurant reflects the New American cuisine, it does not come off as condescending. Nevertheless, I still thought that the limited menu items just do not help with the prices. For the website, I would suggest a list of all the farms and independent distributors that Harvest relies on for ingredients, and to include a backstory about how Harvest began and where the name came from. I find local-sourcing incredibly important and commend Harvest for incorporating this into their business model. Concerning the food, I will say that the Grilled Chicken Thai sandwich did have suffice within the ambiance. The wait time it took to make the meal was appropriate enough. I will say that the wait time did feel long within the establishment, especially when no one else was around. Nevertheless, the service did make the food worth the wait and the ambiance worth immersing in. With all of this being said, would I say that the overall price would bring me back? Not really. Even the complementary water could not win me over when compared to the prices. Prestigious New American eateries tend to have a focus on specific consumer bases, and I am just not one of them. I do not score low on this part out of spite, rather based on my current station and many other people. I did tip the staff and I did have enough satisfaction with the meal. Rating: 4/5 Stars I do not know how Harvest would carry itself into the future, though I can see how it would suffice as a New American restaurant. Recommend To... Anyone with enough disposable income looking for a quiet restaurant.

Nice little shop, friendly service and good prices…read more Coffee didn't blow me away or seem to be anything different than most other coffees around. Parking is horrendous and limited to spots along the main road, if they're taken it can be a wait for one to open or a long walk from parking further away. Wouldn't go out of my way just for the coffee, nice to stop in from time to time but that's about it.

Love the coffee. Obsessed with the ability to have a split cup when I can't decide! The staff is so…read morefriendly!

We stopped at this place en route to Seaside Heights. We ordered latte, Yogurt with seasonal fruits…read moreand Power up protein omelet. Everything was good. They have high chairs too. The owner was nice and was great with our kid.

Found this on Yelp, close to our hotel. NJ is known for their diners, bakeries and just food in…read moregeneral and this place had all they keywords I needed. We just wanted some coffee and breakfast sandwiched. Settled on drip coffees, a sausage egg and cheese on a hard roll, and a bacon egg and cheese on a bagel. Both were fantastic. Large, plenty of meat, egg and cheese and that hard roll was the best I ever had. We were greeted on the way in and out by the man working that morning actually cared about us and our experience. I could tell and assume he might just be the owner. Ordering online was easy and the same price as calling it in or dining in.

My wife and I have been going there for a few years now and have always had outstanding service…read morealong with their great food and a friendly staff. We love the down to earth and family oriented atmosphere. We highly recommend it

Love going there for breakfast good food many choices. Beautiful warm and friendly familyread more

This is becoming a regular "go to" place for us! Last minute decision to go out for dinner and we…read moreasked friends to come along. We started with and order of Mussels Fra Diavolo (spicy) to share and they were terrific - meaty, tasty with plenty to share. Drinks consisted of Red Sangria, Drop Top IPA, Canyon Road Merlot, J Lohr Cab and Kane Port Omna. They have a good beer selection and wines are okay. Their Special menu for St Patrick's Day is quite nice. My wife went for Fish and Chips, and we also ordered two Corned Beef Reubens and a 14oz Ribeye. All were really good along with some hot, crispy fries. We chose to share a dessert (because we could) and the Grannies Hot Apple Cobbler was perfect. Our server, Jason, couldn't have been nicer. He was attentive and quick to handle any requests that we had. The place is tastefully decorated with nice lighting and appropriate posters.

Great food great service great atmosphere. The staff was friendly and courteous. Definitely…read morerecommend for dinner or private parties

I stopped here for lunch break for work, since it was on my way to my next destination…read more When I walked in, I was greeted professionally. I ordered my food, and it came out in a very timely fashion. Everything was very delicious too. If you're in Wall or near Route 34, scope, this place out for sure. Great prices and good food.

Along Wall Township, you will find this site of unapologetic bliss and gluttony behind an…read moreunassuming visage. Website: 5/5 It is easy to navigate, with many sections slowly coming to view as you scroll down the main page. It also had plenty of images of the food, enticing the viewer with utmost curiosity and craving. The menu items offer many selections with most of them having images representing them. Brand: 5/5 The entire aesthetic of SmokeHouse Grille relies on the appearance of an old-fashioned American grill. The interior especially evokes it, for the white-painted wooden walls, floors, and tables invite those looking for briskets. The pig is a recurring symbol throughout the establishment, since it represents the prevalence of briskets and pork products in the menu items. The staff mentioned that the SmokeHouse Grille's ideal first impressions would have an unassuming appearance, but surprise potential customers with their unusual food selection. Indeed, I can see how this could work for this establishment. Ambiance: 3/5 Despite having the appearance of a grill, there was definitely that eerie silence at some moments with no music playing over the radio. The benches where we sat did not feel readily fastened to the floor and I nearly fell off after adjusting myself a few times. The spaces between the tables definitely felt cramped. A silver-lining is that customers have an abundant option to eat outside where plenty of tables rest. Service: 5/5 The staff genuinely enjoyed her time working with the customers. Wait Time: 5/5 We experienced no delays waiting for our orders. Food: 5/5 I can say that pertaining to the Brand section, the hot dogs and the burgers definitely have unique twists to them. I expressed interest in the Mac Dog, which was essentially a course consisting of two hot dogs topped with macaroni and cheese with a side of French fries, with a side of peach tea. It had a well-cooked sausage and the mac-and-cheese topping solidified perfectly by maintaining heat while also not having a gooey intrusion upon my fingers. The buns held their form without disintegrating with every bite. The rich creaminess of the mac-and-cheese topping definitely complemented the spiciness of the hot dog sausage. Worth The Money?: 5/5 Although some of the menu items on the website did not have images, I nevertheless got a good idea of what to expect going in. If the SmokeHouse Grille found itself at some point when they could not make their food, they would default to Peruvian food, since the owner also owns the neighboring Perusa Peruvian Cuisine restaurant. I would be very interested to see traditional Peruvian foods with an American grill twist. I would also recommend giving the pig mascot a name. The relationship the SmokeHouse Grille has with the rest of the community is one that is based on the devotion of returning customers. Indeed, small businesses rely on this type of relationship and I would like to see it expand in the future. Pertaining to the unassuming appearance and unusual food, I can see how it could work, requiring a lot of word-of-mouth from returning customers. Also, if this unique aesthetic would work with music playing over the radio, then I would suggest classic rock along the lines of Chicago that appear old-fashioned in appearance, yet their songs have a variety of deep meanings. I will absolutely say that the food makes this establishment worth its price. The interior ambiance will not be a problem if you choose to eat outside. Rating: 5/5 Stars The average score rounded close to five out of five stars and I can definitely say that I have hope for the SmokeHouse Grille. Recommend To... Anyone enthralled to that unashamedly American brand of cheating food. American cuisine is rife with nutrient-negligent sludge packed with creamy, greasy flavor; might as well make it a part of you. I will not judge. I also recommend the SmokeHouse Grille to anyone who is either an extravert or knows someone who is, who will easily spread the word of this establishment to everyone they know.