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    The Garden

    3.2 (293 reviews)
    PriceyWine Bars, Seafood
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    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Cheeseburger and mojito
    Yahaira V.

    This place is nice, their food was okay, drinks are okay too. Service was good & attentive. The dj played some great music. It's a bit pricey for mid food/drinks.

    Dining area
    Chanel B.

    One of my favorite restaurants for some good food, drinks and good vibes! The decorum is low light filled with murals and paintings of artsy characters and designs. Weekends are very busy and live DJ playing everything from reggaeton to R&B. There's several Tvs by the bar showing sports games too. Many seating options to choose from for dining. You can't go wrong to visit for a delicious brunch, lunch or dinner. Eat: Steak w/ rice and beans. Guacamole w/chips. Empanadas. Stir fry rice bowl. & more! The service is great with efficient waiters eager to take your order and make your experience pleasant. Hookah Shisha is served pay by cash only. ATM is available. Security is present to check ID during late hours. Check website for age limit; hours of operation. $$ Enjoy! :)

    Black widow yumm
    Jennifer S.

    Mucho caliente the patio is hot. The DJ was bumping. Food was yummy and so were the drinks. Service was good for the size of our table. A bunch of needy women lol!!

    Hemalatha K.

    Update: Visited again after 2 years, and the vibe was just as fun, but there was barely any change to their Menu which was a little disappointing.

    Churrasco $35
    Yaritza R.

    I've tried to give this place a chance so many times. After the racist scandal they had a few years ago, they've really been trying to change the tone. I go Thursday night for " r&b night ". They charge $5 at the door bc there was a performance by " Kevin ", whoever that is. We're seated and the waitresses that came over were speaking Spanish & only speaking to me even though I was clearly with my friend who is black and does not speak Spanish. Not to mention playing bachata on r&b night. They are never beating the racist allegations. $35 for a churrasco? $75 total for one drink and this one plate.

    Skewers (Appetizer)
    Steph D.

    We've celebrated a few of our friends events here (birthdays, engagement, promotions) and always have a great time! We enjoy the vibe, the DJ, Ralphie Mercado, is always on point! He plays throw backs as well as more modern music, perfect mix! The food is always delicious as well, we are never disappointed! Good selection and at a decent price. The drinks are done well, portions are fair for the price and the amount of liquor they add to the drinks. When doing reservations with a big group they have options for brunch package selections with the options of adding unlimited mimosas / Bellinis; great addition if it is what your party is looking to drink! Just know that they require that you choose the option for all or not included at all. Definitely recommend! Whether for a dinner with a partner or an event with a bigger group! If you're looking for a good time, give this place a try!

    Skirt steak with rice and plaintains
    Sheila S.

    I wanted to try this place since an Influencer endorsed it. I chose Mothers Day which seemed like a good choice. My little son took me to have dinner. So cute. This restaurant is nestled in Elizabeth NJ so parking is a bit tough. However the food was pretty good and the decor I really loved. The music was a bit loud in the main dining area but they moved us further away. We really enjoyed the food and the drinks were yummy. For me of course!

    Stephanie S.

    The vibe of this place is cute. They sat us down at a table and the dish in front of me was dirty and had hair on the plate. I pointed it out to the server and he grabbed it immediately then came back with a plate that had black spots on it. I didn't use the plate obviously but twice in a row? The place was pretty empty we got there at about 8 and there was a DJ. They sat us directly in front of the DJ so we couldn't hear each other. The person I was with had pasta and it was flavorful it was good. I had the steak dish it wasn't that good. Not enough flavor but the plantains were made perfectly. The rice was a little mushy and the drinks were weak. The person I was with enjoyed the hookah but I believe he had to pay cash and ended up zelling the guy. It was an ok experience.

    Mimosas
    ChiChi A.

    I actually really enjoyed this place. I wasn't expecting to have this much fun for a Saturday brunch. The place was t too packed which allowed you to enjoy and not have people on top of one another. The decor was dope but the best thing there was the huge television. My only complaint would be to please make sure that you're serving hot food. My food was warm and even though it was good, it could have been better served hot.

    Vanesa F.

    Experienced their brunch and regular dining! Positive experiences each time! Brunch: Came as a party of 9 and were seated together in the main room. Our food was brought out family style and delicious! The portions were sufficient for everyone's liking. The mimosas were great. The entertainment was awesome!! Dining: Came after having brunch elsewhere. Our party of 7 was seated immediately towards the back right of the restaurant. The margaritas were great! Try their fresh guac and chips. Servers were attentive all around. Good music. Hookahs available. Pricing is reasonable. Overall, worth a visit!

    Inquiring M.

    This place is a vibe. The music is great, drinks aren't bad, dope atmosphere and mini escape that you almost forgot you're in Elizabeth. The service is pretty on point too. The food is OK. Dope art work and overall ambiance. They offer hookah, alone with photographers walking around taking pics to buy, and roses for sale. Overall a great time. Will def return and suggest to others to check out.

    Men's bathroom
    Jordan C.

    Took my best friend here for his birthday and we had a blast! I had an old-fashioned and he had to lychee martini, he wanted to drinks on the menu but they ran out of ingredients which was a little disappointing but it was OK. I we've heard the plates here are really big so we ended up getting three appetizers and sharing them the elote was amazing and so was the chicken and beef satay. Calamari was a little too overdone but still good. We had the garden which was really cool and have a little flowers in the water at the bottom, and it was surprisingly lively for Wednesday there was a DJ playing all the hits we had a really fun time and will be back for dinner again!

    Arline B.

    The food was decent. The tacos were well seasoned, and it came with a delicious sauce. The service was ok. Our server was great, very helpful. The music was ok. The place is very hot with no ac or fan.

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    It says vegan friendly but is it really?

    Nope 😭😭😭

    Is there a certain time you guys stop serving food?

    Is there a dress code for Saturday evening?

    Most people where dress casual. But call just in case things change.

    Which are the vegan options?

    Do they take walk ins, even on weekends?

    If they have the availability, yes, but I've seen people wait a full hour for a table

    How much is their hookah?

    It's $35 cash only

    What is the age limit?

    There is no age limit. I have seen families with babies after 9 pm at this restaurant

    Do they have bottomless mimosa on sunday?

    yes for 18.99 and it's for an hour or two i believe

    Is there on-site parking?

    No, you have to park on the street

    Do we have to make a reservation ahead of time?

    Yes , that's a must.

    Is there a dress code or age requirement?

    Do they serve hookah?

    Yes.

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