Mr. Exquisito was just that -- exquisite…read more I started with the guacamole and calamari. The guac was heavenly, especially with the perfectly baked plantain chips...literally mouthwatering. The calamari was decent, but next time I'd ask for it extra crispy. The sauce on the side was delicious: sweet, savory, and had a little kick without being spicy. & now the ribeye? Absolutely marvelous. The Latin fried rice was chef's kiss, with veggies, shrimp, and a fried egg on top! so good. The tostones and maduros were cooked to perfection. The steak honestly didn't even need the chimichurri sauce, but I did dunk a tostone in it, and that sauce was full of flavor too. My waiter, William, was amazing from start to finish welcoming, attentive, polite, knowledgeable, & prompt. I finished with a cafecito for dessert, and it was flavorful and delicious. Next time I may add a little whipped cream. Thank you for a great visit. I'll definitely be back.

My husband and I came to Mr. Esquisito for a Friday night date around 7:00 p.m. We didn't need a…read morereservation, which was nice. The restaurant is small, seating only about 25-30 people, creating an intimate atmosphere. However, the lighting is so dim that I had to take a second look just to read the menu. I'll start with the positive: our waiter was wonderful--friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind. My only criticism was that he couldn't really recommend a standout dish when we asked what the restaurant was known for. For appetizers, I ordered the octopus. Unfortunately, it was inconsistent. Half was perfectly tender, while the other half was so tough it was difficult to chew. It was served over an ajillo sauce that was good, but not enough to save the dish. My husband ordered empanadas. The steak filling was much better than the chicken. He asked if he could order one steak, one shrimp, and one chicken, but was told they don't allow mixing flavors. For my entrée, I ordered the ribeye with white rice and beans and added a lobster tail with butter sauce. The ribeye itself was cooked well, but the sides were disappointing. The beans had a strange flavor, and the rice was mushy and completely lacked seasoning. The lobster tail was fine, but nothing special. The ribeye was $58, and adding the lobster tail brought the plate to $72. At that price point, I expected an exceptional meal, not one where the sides were the weakest part of the plate. My husband ordered the skirt steak with peppers, French fries, and maduros. His steak was good, but we both agreed the side options felt like an odd combination. The menu could definitely use some more thoughtful pairings. We boxed up our leftovers, but unfortunately the food didn't even reheat well the next day. Our bill came to $233 for two people. On top of that, gratuity was automatically added, and there was a $10 fee for paying with a debit card. That was an unpleasant surprise and made an already expensive meal feel even more overpriced. For over $200, I expect to leave saying, "I can't wait to come back." Instead, I left feeling like I had paid Manhattan prices for a very average meal. Unfortunately, this wasn't the experience we were hoping for, and I don't think we'll be back. FYI: everything says M/P on it for Market Price. Which means they can charge you what they see fit which gives me an inconsistent vibe.

Food: Noches de Colombia location in Montclair NJ has tasty Colombian food and coffee. Everything I…read moreordered with my boyfriend was delicious. We ordered two cafes con leche, and each of us had an entree. The coffees came in these adorable big coffee mugs Christmas themed. Service: The service was friendly. Ambiance: there were a couple of tables sitting down around us. I like that they have huge tv screens so you can watch sports. Great restaurant to come in for breakfast or to catch a soccer game over some yummy food.

The food was excellent, beautifully plated and full of flavor. No complaints there…read more What I do have an issue with is the automatic gratuity being added without verbally mentioning it. An $11.50 tip was already included on my $93 bill, yet the itemized receipt showing that charge was wrapped around my credit card, while the signature copy with only the total was placed on top. That presentation feels intentional and misleading. Most people would sign without double-checking the tucked receipt and could easily tip twice. If gratuity is being added, even for a party of one, say it clearly. Transparency matters. Great food doesn't excuse shady billing practices.

This was my first time visiting this charming little restaurant on Broad Street in Bloomfield. We…read morewere warmly greeted right away, and sat at a comfortable table. The restaurant is BYOB, which we appreciate. We had some delicious Beef Empanadas for an appetizer. They were well filled and served with a tasty dipping sauce. My husband had the Picana Steak with Chimichurri Sauce and White Rice with Black Beans. I had the Sancocho. I absolutely loved this dish. Loved all the different textures and flavors. There is not a ton of meat, but it is very inexpensive. I was still full and satisfied after eating. My husband was very pleased with his dish as well. We shared the Coconut Flan and the Tres Leches Cake for dessert. Both were excellent! Good coffee as well We both enjoyed our meal and we will definitely return.

Place was very empty when we came in, small nice place, very good music as well. Luis, our waiter,…read morewas super super nice and helpful. We got the picanha which was very good and juice along with the maduros and rice that complimented the meat very well. The cazuela was very well seasoned. The paella, however, wasn't my favorite, it lacked flavored in my opinion. Overall a very nice place, would def come back.

Another great spot for breakfast/Brunch!…read more Great location too at Montclair with street parking and walking distance to Crescent Deck Garage. Place is welcoming and had nice natural lighting. We got their Huevos Rancheros, roasted chicken, tuna chaufa and lomo saltado. everything was great - good portions and beautiful flavors! Especially loved their Earl Grey latte too. the flavors of tea and espresso were very well balanced I would love to get that drink again. Also got their smores cookie for a nice sweet ending. We ended up chatting away even after we dined. Staff was very polite reminding us they needed the spot and was also kind enough to give us a some time even before the reminder. Would definitely recommend this place!

One of my favorite places in Montclair! Walk through the doors and feel the bright and warm, open…read moreand inviting vibes and space! Came alone this time, but had breakfast items with my folks a few months ago. They loved it also. Pass by the case of gorgeous pastries, croissants and coffee bar, and order takeout, or treat yourself and sit and savor a meal or treat in peace! Ordered the ceviche with crisp tostones was so colorful and beautifully plated, it was a work of art As beautiful as the art on the walls. My cafe latte on this cold, cold day was perfectly hot and balanced. The staff are attentive and helpful in helping you select menu choices. Highly recommended!

just the other day I felt like grabbing coffee and a breakfast snack from somewhere aside from…read morestarbucks.. Gigi's seemed like a cute café, and so I went. Murf was who served me. Was very kind and formal. Food and coffee was great and many exotic options to chose from. Very clean and comfortable café. Will certainly come back again, as my experience was great!

This is a place I've been wanting to try for a while, and I finally got the chance to come in! The…read moreambiance was so cute, and I absolutely loved the decor. The food was top-notch. They have a big menu, which can feel a little overwhelming, but since we wanted to try everything, we ordered a bunch of different items. Everything was delicious! It did take a little while for the food to come out, but once it arrived, you could tell everything was freshly cooked and made with care. It was definitely worth the wait. We had a great experience and will absolutely be back!

I picked this place for my birthday and it was the first time we had ever been. Everything was not…read moreperfect, but I loved the food, decor, and our waiter Sebastian gave good recommendations on what to eat. He also was very sweet. The place had a great vibe and I loved that the copocabana lady was everywhere. Very cool! We had a late reservation at 8 on Saturday and we were definitely a little rushed at the end so I would recommend eating earlier. We probably would prefer a 7 reservation as the kitchen seems to close around 9 and cleanup begins while you are eating. The food was all gluten free and there were plenty of dairy free options. I thought the food was clean and delicious and I could tell the chef put a lot of effort into his cooking. I also felt good after I ate it which is not always the case for me. They take great care in picking ingredients and it shows through in the taste and flavors of their food. I liked every single thing I ate. I also took home a lot of leftovers! I liked the food just as much a day later. Absolutely delicious. The other little issue I had was they tack on a service fee/ gratuity of 20%. We have seen this on vacations but never in the states. I feel this makes some people confused and uncomfortable. We always tip at least 20% for good service. The forced service fee/gratuity is not something we personally are a fan of. I would definitely 100% go back for the food and my husband felt the same. If in the area, check this place out as you will enjoy.

We came here on a Friday night and we were able to get seated right away despite having no…read morereservation. It is very nice that it is a BYOB place and there are plenty of liquor stores in town you can stop by at before heading to dinner. We order the pao de queijo and the capresse salad for appetizers. Both were delicious. I ordered their camarao na moranga, which was incredibly delicious and had a beautiful presentation! Our server was incredibly helpful, providing recommendations and letting us know portion sizes. I absolutely love that they give you a nice little tote bag when you take leftovers! This will definitely be our date night place!

Restuarant 101 . Always KNOW your seating Capacity : Reservations & Walk-ins ratio…read more Epic Failure in this area . When you try to appease everyone , you please no one . I had made reservations 2 weeks ago to come see a World Cup Match , as i have done in many cultural places with Amazing experiences . Up till tonight . I was given a make shift table cramped up the bar and in front of a crowded line waiting to be seated . These ppl literally were hovering over me for most of my meal if not leaning on my table . The wait staff barely had space to move around the table so my head was elbowed , chair kicked multiple times by the waiters . The food was 5-6/10 . We ordered Churrasco in a salad bowl . I requested my meat medium rare . Surveying the room , i already knew at this capacity it was a huge ask to get it right . Sure enough , i barely touched my meal . We ordered similar dish but with shrimp 6/10 . Our appetizer was guacamole with plantain chips . The portion served was small . i didn't bother to ask for dessert . I had been to other restuarant for watch parties where the managers knew when to curtail the flow of patrons . For the enjoyment and safety of the people in the dining area . Something for this place to consider .

UPDATED REVIEW BECAUSE OF BAD SERVICE I wanted to share our…read moreexperience from a visit two days ago that unfortunately left my wife and me very disappointed. After being seated, a server dropped off our menus but never returned to take our order. We waited for about 10 minutes, only to see the same server take the order of a group that arrived after us. Ultimately, we left without being acknowledged by any staff. It was frustrating, especially since we've enjoyed your food in the past and were looking forward to another great meal. While the cuisine may be excellent, the quality of service we received made us feel overlooked and unvalued as customers. I truly hope this isn't reflective of your usual standards. I'm sharing this not out of anger, but because I believe in giving honest feedback when it can help a business improve. I hope you'll take this seriously and look into ways to ensure more attentive and welcoming service for all guests.

Empanadas were good. Omelet was ok too. I think for someone like me who has to be careful with…read morepork, it was tough finding something without. Thank goodness they do substitutions. Overall nice people both customers and workers. Very latin and I wish I was fluent in spanish. Come here if you're in the area especially since they have long hours too. Morning, day and night come get some food.

This place is quick fix if you're not in the mood to cook . The food is cooked and set out for the…read moreday . The total order was 2 lentil soups , 2 empanadas, 2 pasteles and 2 juice drinks which cost $48 . I think it's way overpriced . The meat was very dry in my dishes and lacked Sabor ( flavor ) Different latino cultures share similar dishes with different flavors or lack there of . I ate in , there is seating outside during warm weather .

Found this lil gem on Yelp, then DoorDash, while searching for highly rated tres golpes (Dominican…read morebreakfast) in the area. This place had some lovely reviews, so I figured I'd order for the first time. I was a few days too early since tres golpes is served on weekends, so I opted for a veggie burrito and a BEC on a croissant. In the order notes, I asked for extra aguacate (avocado) for some extra energy. LET ME TELL YOU. DELICIOUS. I AM HEALED. And I'm v v picky about how my bacon is done and it was PERFECT, the eggs were so fluffy, nothing was dry. I also got a vanilla coffee with oat milk that is literally perfectly sweetened. Made my morning! Def adding to my takeout rotation. And I'm looking forward to the mangu this weekend

Milanesa al Plato!!!!! Holy god is it great! You must try the homemade chipotle sauce too! I could…read morebathe in the salad dressing it's all so delicious and homemade. Other than the pricing going up, this place has stood test of time. Always amazing and hasn't changed. Love coming here.

Came here on a Friday night and we asked to be seated upstairs as the music was more club music…read moreversus Latin music. The place is a decent size with full bar on both levels. They have a happy hour menu but it ended at 7 and we missed it. We ordered a pitcher of white sangria and I must say......I will go back just for the sangria alone. It was tasty and just strong enough. My friend got the fried whole snapper and I got the skirt steak. My steak was okay, but the black beans that accompanied my white rice was good. Our waitress provided good service as service as well. I'll definitely be back. For those interested, they have hookah.

Visited La Santa Bar & Grill the food was tasty we shared a Picada plate, with queso frito, we…read moreswapped out the blood sausage for something else. The service was good, the server paid great attention to us and checked in on us. The ambiance was nice I believe there is a club type area upstairs that was closed when we went. The space itself for the restaurant was a little tight. But overall I would recommend this restaurant. I can't wait to try their brunch which is available on Sunday.