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Crossroads is deserving of 4 stars, the food isn't something to write home about but it's great having a nice local live music venue to go to and they have awesome acts come. I enjoyed a 90s alt rock group, Pink Floyd tribute and zeppelin tribute here. Definitely reserve a table if you don't want to stand for hours when they have a really popular act. When it's busy, you might be stuffed like sardines in a tin can. However on a quieter night, more empty tables and breathing room. They also have 2 darts boards that are cute. I had a smoked old fashioned which was strong AF, a Shirley temple (yes my friends make fun of me for ordering a kid drink- but that's ok!), and a non alcoholic mojito which was also surprisingly decent. The chicken tenders come in a massive bowl (portion size is enough for two), as do the French fries (the bowl is practically trough sized, we barely made a dent in it). Server was friendly and on top of things all night.
Who doesn't know crossroads :) one of the finest places for live music and some good time . I remember coming to cross roads 6-7 years back for my sons piano recital :) and now he is grown up and he is going GIGs in cross roads . Love their ambience and live music ! They have a simple menu. Food here is good and not so expensive : they have full fledged bar with multiple IPA selections . Very good service and quick billing . Less veggie options but I tried cauliflower tempura and it tasted good . Lots of chicken options . Parking is good but can get cramped in peak times . Overall a very good time .
Nice spot for live music. The food was pretty good and affordable. The staff was also very accommodating. They do have a $10 cover charge if you're going to watch the bands play. I suggest that you make a reservation if you are going for the music. The place can get packed.
I've driven past Crossroads more times than I can count but finally went to go see a band during the summer. There's a small parking lot but you can find street parking. The bartender was friendly and the drinks were well made. The venue is small and was more of an intimate setting. I'm glad we got there early because the place was packed! I would come back to see another band perform.
Always have a great time here. Service has been consistently friendly and attentive. I have been here for Karaoke and to see live music. Last time I had the Strawberry Lemonade which was delicious but be careful of the moonshine! I absolutely loved the band this past weekend, The Midnight Callers!
A great venue for a live show with dinner. The small room books a variety of interesting acts. The drinks and food are adequate making the total experience of seeing a live performance in Garwood a treat. The staff is outstanding!
Rate this for yourself. 10 tiny shrimp for $12.95. Yelp wants me to write more but I think the photo speaks for itself.
$16 general admission standing ticket to dueling pianos barely warranted as you buy drinks and food and request songs which end up playing for whole 30 seconds. My drinks were inexpensive but after 2 i was very much sober. When someone put "Trump 2024" sign on the stage I wanted to vomit so left immediately. Hard pass on any future garwood outings.
A nice small place which is about the music. A split level which features a bar a couple of steps up. Dining room doubles as an audience area for live music. We were originally sat in line with the front door on a cold night but we were graciously moved on request. We ordered crawfish Mac and cheese and veggie spring rolls which we're served with a sweet dipping sauce. Both items were decent. Service was very good which adds a star. Prices were high ($15 old fashion and $10 pp cover charge for the band) which subtracts a star. I'm not sure if the cover is only for feature bands but if I ever go back I'll call ahead first. I get the cover due to covid restrictions but there are still places that don't charge. I must say they were very up front about the cover and the place is run well. Menu is full of Cajun choices so if music and Cajun are your bag, this place is for you.
What a joke their take out is. I ordered via Grubhub these skimpy and completely unappetizing meals. My order also consisted of waffles fries, and a combo appetizer platter that were both canceled by the restaurant. Bourbon chicken that was suppose to come with broccoli has two florets. I was excited to try their Cajun food but unfortunately it's the last time I'm ordering from here.
It's been awhile since I've been here. I was pleasantly surprised to see that Crossroads added two large tents on their outside patio that are lit up at night with mini lights which gives it a nice ambiance. They have tables and chairs spaced out for social distancing.. All the servers wear a mask, and patrons are asked to wear a mask when using their indoor facilities. The vibe is upbeat and the staff does a really good job of accommodating everyone. There's music 7 nights a week, usually a solo or duo act. Every Mondays starting 8/17 there is Trivia at 9 PM with BK! Sign up's at 8:30! 1ST PLACE AND 2ND PRIZE WINNERS! Beer Pong Tournament Sign Up's at 10:30 PM! $200 PRIZE! Bring Your Own Mug Night Beer Specials $3, $4, $5 BEER SPECIALS, and $0.60 Wings. I must say they definitely make decent drinks. I tried their frozen margarita- Cuervo gold tequila, triple sec, sour mix, and OJ. I also tried my standard drink of Tito's and club with a fresh lemon it was made well. Crossroads also makes their own boozy push up pops for $5. ( 21 and older) You have several flavors to choose from.. I tried the vodka, cranberry mix . It was the best boozy push up pop I've ever had. They offer over 100 types of beers, from drafts, bottles, fruit, golden ale, hard seltzer, IPA's and American lagers.. They also serve wine and speciality cocktails. The food here is Cajun/ New Orleans Style with American classics thrown in. . I started with their Thai Spring Rolls which are vegetarian and served with a plum dipping sauce The spring rolls were deep fried and golden brown stuffed with a nice amount of veggies. The plum sauce really added a nice touch. I could've eaten a dozen of these. I asked my waitress for suggestions for my entree. Her recommendation was The Chicken Filet BLT sandwich served on brioche bun with golden deep fried Panko breaded chicken cutlet, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, bacon and mayo and it came with waffle fries. This sandwich was enormous! I had to ask for a steak knife to cut it. The chicken was so moist and tender, the bacon was nice and crispy. The the lettuce, tomato and cheddar cheese just made it that much better. The waffle fries were delicious too. I only ate half and took the other half home. My friend ordered their Cajun Catfish dinner and it came with mashed potatoes and a vegetable. You could also choose rice for a side. She thoroughly enjoyed her dinner and her drinks. It was nice to listen to music while I ate. There is a small parking lot for parking. If that gets full most people park 1/2 block up the street in the strip mall, or on the street. Crossroads does take reservations. This place is doing it right during the pandemic and made my dining experience a really enjoyable one. I will definitely be returning.
I'll reuse my old quip that 3 stars on Yelp isn't considered good, this isn't my company's work performance review. And I'll defer to the town elders about whether if I'm being unfair to a place that might be the heir to Maxwell's because of a "me" problem. I expected more of a "standing bar" venue. There's a main seating area that seems designated for full service food and drinks. The smaller seating area on the right felt like more of a VIP area. There were no signs, fences or bouncers stopping me from sitting in these places. The unambiguous standing area was quite small. I'm unclear on the ethics of whether it's required to buy drinks considering the delightfully low $10 cover charge. But I did enjoy a Down East cider and more shockingly, a loganberry hard cider from Canisteo, NY's own Cross Creek. Still, the DIY vibe is more refreshing than City Winery charging more than Live Nation to get through the door, tacking on $25 minimums and seating you with strangers. The men's room is currently out of service so I used the modular set-up outside (flush, not porta, but my rating on this sub-section of the trip varies depending on whether the light is working!) On the bright side, there's a great assortment of cover bands and originals on the calendar. I was here for Ashtray Floors, who had a stellar homage to The Replacements. I never thought I'd hear Left Of The Dial live again. And REM tribute band The Ones You Love also rocked the joint. Crossroads deserves credit just for hosting these shows but also for good sound quality whether it was the haunting echoes of the late Bob Stinson or the mandolin in Losin' My Religion. And if I don't see ya, in a long, long while, I'll try to find you, left of the Garwood NJ Transit stop. read more
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1 year ago
Best kept secret. Most people go for the live music not realizing they have some amazing bites! All the food is Louisiana authentic Cajun food. Try the alligator bites or the seafood étouffée both really unique and delicious and perfectly matched with a wide selection of beer and wine. Definitely worth a try and the music is always a bonus. The atmosphere is very cool and the staff very friendly. read more
Crossroads is deserving of 4 stars, the food isn't something to write home about but it's great having a nice local live music venue to go to and they have awesome acts come. I enjoyed a 90s alt rock group, Pink Floyd tribute and zeppelin tribute here. Definitely reserve a table if you don't want to stand for hours when they have a really popular act. When it's busy, you might be stuffed like sardines in a tin can. However on a quieter night, more empty tables and breathing room. They also have 2 darts boards that are cute. I had a smoked old fashioned which was strong AF, a Shirley temple (yes my friends make fun of me for ordering a kid drink- but that's ok!), and a non alcoholic mojito which was also surprisingly decent. The chicken tenders come in a massive bowl (portion size is enough for two), as do the French fries (the bowl is practically trough sized, we barely made a dent in it). Server was friendly and on top of things all night. read more
9 months ago
Who doesn't know crossroads :) one of the finest places for live music and some good time . I remember coming to cross roads 6-7 years back for my sons piano recital :) and now he is grown up and he is going GIGs in cross roads . Love their ambience and live music ! They have a simple menu. Food here is good and not so expensive : they have full fledged bar with multiple IPA selections . Very good service and quick billing . Less veggie options but I tried cauliflower tempura and it tasted good . Lots of chicken options . Parking is good but can get cramped in peak times . Overall a very good time . read more
11 months ago
Nice spot for live music. The food was pretty good and affordable. The staff was also very accommodating. They do have a $10 cover charge if you're going to watch the bands play. I suggest that you make a reservation if you are going for the music. The place can get packed. read more
4 years ago
I've driven past Crossroads more times than I can count but finally went to go see a band during the summer. There's a small parking lot but you can find street parking. The bartender was friendly and the drinks were well made. The venue is small and was more of an intimate setting. I'm glad we got there early because the place was packed! I would come back to see another band perform. read more
Always have a great time here. Service has been consistently friendly and attentive. I have been here for Karaoke and to see live music. Last time I had the Strawberry Lemonade which was delicious but be careful of the moonshine! I absolutely loved the band this past weekend, The Midnight Callers! read more
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A great venue for a live show with dinner. The small room books a variety of interesting acts. The drinks and food are adequate making the total experience of seeing a live performance in Garwood a treat. The staff is outstanding! read more
6 years ago
Rate this for yourself. 10 tiny shrimp for $12.95. Yelp wants me to write more but I think the photo speaks for itself. read more
4 years ago
$16 general admission standing ticket to dueling pianos barely warranted as you buy drinks and food and request songs which end up playing for whole 30 seconds. My drinks were inexpensive but after 2 i was very much sober. When someone put "Trump 2024" sign on the stage I wanted to vomit so left immediately. Hard pass on any future garwood outings. read more
2 years ago
A nice small place which is about the music. A split level which features a bar a couple of steps up. Dining room doubles as an audience area for live music. We were originally sat in line with the front door on a cold night but we were graciously moved on request. We ordered crawfish Mac and cheese and veggie spring rolls which we're served with a sweet dipping sauce. Both items were decent. Service was very good which adds a star. Prices were high ($15 old fashion and $10 pp cover charge for the band) which subtracts a star. I'm not sure if the cover is only for feature bands but if I ever go back I'll call ahead first. I get the cover due to covid restrictions but there are still places that don't charge. I must say they were very up front about the cover and the place is run well. Menu is full of Cajun choices so if music and Cajun are your bag, this place is for you. read more
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6 years ago
What a joke their take out is. I ordered via Grubhub these skimpy and completely unappetizing meals. My order also consisted of waffles fries, and a combo appetizer platter that were both canceled by the restaurant. Bourbon chicken that was suppose to come with broccoli has two florets. I was excited to try their Cajun food but unfortunately it's the last time I'm ordering from here. read more
It's been awhile since I've been here. I was pleasantly surprised to see that Crossroads added two large tents on their outside patio that are lit up at night with mini lights which gives it a nice ambiance. They have tables and chairs spaced out for social distancing.. All the servers wear a mask, and patrons are asked to wear a mask when using their indoor facilities. The vibe is upbeat and the staff does a really good job of accommodating everyone. There's music 7 nights a week, usually a solo or duo act. Every Mondays starting 8/17 there is Trivia at 9 PM with BK! Sign up's at 8:30! 1ST PLACE AND 2ND PRIZE WINNERS! Beer Pong Tournament Sign Up's at 10:30 PM! $200 PRIZE! Bring Your Own Mug Night Beer Specials $3, $4, $5 BEER SPECIALS, and $0.60 Wings. I must say they definitely make decent drinks. I tried their frozen margarita- Cuervo gold tequila, triple sec, sour mix, and OJ. I also tried my standard drink of Tito's and club with a fresh lemon it was made well. Crossroads also makes their own boozy push up pops for $5. ( 21 and older) You have several flavors to choose from.. I tried the vodka, cranberry mix . It was the best boozy push up pop I've ever had. They offer over 100 types of beers, from drafts, bottles, fruit, golden ale, hard seltzer, IPA's and American lagers.. They also serve wine and speciality cocktails. The food here is Cajun/ New Orleans Style with American classics thrown in. . I started with their Thai Spring Rolls which are vegetarian and served with a plum dipping sauce The spring rolls were deep fried and golden brown stuffed with a nice amount of veggies. The plum sauce really added a nice touch. I could've eaten a dozen of these. I asked my waitress for suggestions for my entree. Her recommendation was The Chicken Filet BLT sandwich served on brioche bun with golden deep fried Panko breaded chicken cutlet, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, bacon and mayo and it came with waffle fries. This sandwich was enormous! I had to ask for a steak knife to cut it. The chicken was so moist and tender, the bacon was nice and crispy. The the lettuce, tomato and cheddar cheese just made it that much better. The waffle fries were delicious too. I only ate half and took the other half home. My friend ordered their Cajun Catfish dinner and it came with mashed potatoes and a vegetable. You could also choose rice for a side. She thoroughly enjoyed her dinner and her drinks. It was nice to listen to music while I ate. There is a small parking lot for parking. If that gets full most people park 1/2 block up the street in the strip mall, or on the street. Crossroads does take reservations. This place is doing it right during the pandemic and made my dining experience a really enjoyable one. I will definitely be returning. read more
6 years ago
We ordered from the new Sunday Brunch menu and it was delicious! I got the hash bowl with scrambled eggs and bacon. You have other choices also. My husband had the cold lobster roll. Big chunks of lobster and not over done with the mayonnaise. You wouldn't think of this place normally for brunch but the menu is surprising. The staff is very friendly. read more
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Absolutely AMAZING restaurant. If you are in the area, or catching a flight from Newark, this place is a must!! They just started with a new brunch menu with some delicious items; we got the Avocado Toast, Beignets, and the Kobe Wagyu Burger, with sides of cheese grits and an egg. The avocado toast was incredibly fresh and the bread was delicious. I have only had Beignets in New Orleans before but when I saw beignets with blueberry compote we HAD to try them, all I can say is wow! The compote was so delicious and complemented the beignets perfectly. The wagyu burger was awesome as well! It came with thick slices of bacon on top, typically I don't love cheddar cheese but the cheddar on top of the burger was so gooey and melty it complements the burger perfectly!! Additionally, we also got the rose sangria which was so fruity and delicious with large chunks of fresh fruit inside and dried apple slices inside the cups! I also got a pumpkin White Russian which may be one of the best drinks I've ever had in my life. It's creamy and delicious and even comes with pie crumbs around the rim. On top of everything else, the staff is super kind and friendly. We had Sarah as our server and she was amazing and so sweet. Also, they are all wearing their masks CORRECTLY, which is a major positive for me with the pandemic going on right now, and the tables are appropriately spaced out. We ate on the outside patio under the canopy's and they even had a nice heat lamp to complement the slight breeze perfectly. read more
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Pretty good place to hear live music. Get there early. Their parking lot is fills up fast. Other than that the appetizers are ok and so are the drinks. read more
5 years ago
I recently saw Brian Fallon of Gaslight Anthem perform at the Crossroads. It's a very cool venue to see a show. The stage is in a back corner and there is a bar towards the back which is up a few stairs. There are a few large TVs by the bar too which make it great to enjoy a game or watch highlights between performers. The parking lot gets filled fast so you may need to park in a residential area and walk a few blocks depending on the artist's popularity. There is a wide selection of craft bottles. Also I recommend noshing on a few mozzarella sticks in between acts. They are out of this world. The thing I liked about the Crossroads is the crowd control. They are very adamant about keeping a walk way clear from the stairs by the bar to the bathroom. You won't need to worry about losing your spot or fighting your way back. The best view is to stand by the bar for slight elevation but depending on the interest level of the patrons in this area you may be distracted by loud talking. read more
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This place is soo amazing. The food is delicious...Always on point . Justine is amazing , she is truly an asset to the company . She always has a smile and is on the money with her knowledge of the food and a true mixologist with the drinks . Highly recommended. read more
12 years ago
Expensive watered-down draft beer. $7 for a 16 ounce beer that tasted watered-down (bought a banana beer and it tasted like coors light) ... Um? Besides the price and the drink quality. The ambiance is alright. Pretty cheap cover of $5 to see live music. read more
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