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Wow - what a hidden gem! We stopped here for a casual dinner before a show at the Prudential Center and were wowed by the food. After minor disappointment due to them being out of the Walla Chicken, we had the Oxtail burger, Unity Chicken Sausage, and cauliflower bites in Sticky Icky sauce. Also - do not sleep on the sweet potato tots! And the sauces - all of them were amazing! Casual ambience, friendly service, tip added for groups of 4 or more, and BYOB!
Came here on a Saturday night for an event hosted by short_stay_studios in collaboration with The Yard. The event was called neighborhood watch and we got to enjoy a movie night outside. It was cool because it was a silent cinema experience. While at the event I got to try a few food items from the yard. I got their oxtail burger and a side of fries. I heard the oxtail burger was delicious and I can say that I definitely agree. Then I got their hibiscus lemonade and that was sooooooo good. It definitely hit the spot. I was sad when it was all gone. It made me want to look up a recipe on how to make hibiscus lemonade. It was so good.
We were looking for a quick dinner before watching a show at the NJPAC and the chef/owner graciously acquired us a table - by chance! Chef Kai was super welcoming and engaged in convo with us, including with our 8yo daughter - he set the tone for a cozy dining experience that felt like we had entered his home. Everything was fresh, quality, and obviously made with TLC. The dipping sauces were each characteristically delish and I loved that they gave all of them at once so we could try them all. Best ground chicken burger I've had - juicy and worked well with the brioche bun. The oxtail burger was super flavorful and tender. Next time I need to try the shrimp burger. I went with the side of sweet potato tots and oxtail gravy, and it was the best tots I've had especially in the gravy - again, quality and fresh. The pink lemonade was perfection - fresh lemons, real sugar, and not overly sweet at all and check out the container it comes in! Plus lollipops with the check - such a cute added touch. The location is in a park, walking distance from the NJ Pac and train stop. If we had more time (and could take a to go bag with us) we would've absolutely ordered wings and tried another burger - so that'll be for next time! Love having this kind of dining experience in NJ and supporting a community gem like Chef Kai!
Got to try this place thanks to a "have you met Newark" food tour! The owner was incredibly kind to all of us, and I got to try their oxtail burger . The burger was delicious!! We truly took the price for me though was the side sauce for the burger and the fries, it seemed like barbecue, but it wasn't as thick, and I had a hint of spice in it. There were around 15 of us on the tour and the restaurant was able to seat all of us with having even a few more tables empty so it is pretty spacious . This is now my go to place for a burger when in Newark . Definitely give them a try!
Amazing first experience at the yard. Came here with some coworkers for lunch and was pleasantly surprised by this hidden gem. Staff were super friendly and helpful when placing our orders. Also, they would always come check on us and made sure our drinks were always filled. Superb service! I ordered the seoul sista fried rice. Beautifully plated with a flower in the bowl. The fried rice was made with kimchi that wasn't overly spicy and a large fried egg on top. The Yaya sauce was creamy and paired well with everything. Overall, loved the dish! My coworkers ordered the oxtail sandwich, the walla chicken and the chopped thigh wrap. Everyone loved their dishes and want to come back to try the other dishes. Lastly, we ordered the grilled coconut cake. This is definately a MUST try! First time having a grilled cake and I can say I've been missing out!
I'm glad I was able to come here to try this place while in Newark because it was one of the highlights of my visit. Inside the space, you can sit comfortably even though it looks small from the outside. The server there was super helpful in telling my friend and me about what to order. I got the Zanzi fries with jerk chicken. Imagine if you got poutine but with jerk chicken...so good! The fries alone are enough for two meals! And it was only $15 before tip. All the elements of the dish were flavorful, and the gravy wasn't super thick, which I loved. If you like cheese, get this. My friend got the fried breast sandwich and raved about it. We did see the pound cake and were determined to order it to-go, but once we were ready, they had sold out. So if you see it, get it. I highly recommend this place
Came here on NYE around 4. Luckily just in time! Due to the holiday and the fact they were slow, they were getting ready to close early. One of the workers immediately greeted us to inform us of the change in hours but offered take out option. We got the oxtail burger and the sweet tots! Both were good! I really liked the large cut pickles in the burger and just the overall flavor was balanced. The tots were crispy! On top of that- it is a black owned business! The vibe was intimate with dimmed lighting, smooth music, and warm energy! Would come back!
If you have never been here before, it can be easy to miss. It's located within Military Park which is great ..nice balance of nature and city vibes. The restaurant itself provides an intimate, cozy setting with extremely personable and attentive staff. I ordered the oxtail burger with sweet potato tater tots. It was delicious, very flavorful. I dipped the tots in one of their special dipping sauces. I can't remember the name of it, but it paired very well. Having oxtails in burger form was a new experience for me, or tater tots made from sweet potatoes, for that matter. I trusted the process and thankfully it worked out. Served on brioche bread, the oxtail burger was tender, properly seasoned, topped with gruyère cheese, tomato, dill pickles, shallots, and Masala sauce. That is for sure a signature dish, and I understand why. We all ordered the Black Cherry soda which was nice to enjoy on a warm day. I don't know what brand it was, but I was ready to ask for another round for the road. I also had an opportunity to taste one of their desserts. It wasn't my order, but after reviewing the menu, it was possibly their banana flavored Georgia pound cake, served warm off the grill. What?! That was the finisher I wasn't expecting. Thankfully, I left some room for dessert by boxing half of my entree to go. That cake is a (good) problem. Please make sure you ask for it, and let me know when you do. Overall, everyone at my table enjoyed their meals which included a Beyond vegetarian burger, fried chicken sandwich, and wings. Also worth noting - the owner wasn't afraid to get his hands dirty, working right alongside his staff. Great example of leadership and made our experience feel more welcoming. After our meal, we stepped outside and walked around the park for a while. I'll definitely be back.
A close friend recommend we come here because we were in the area shopping for a Palestinian dress. The service was lovely. The women welcomed us, say us quickly, and was as excited us as for this to be our first time. I ordered the bbq chicken wings and my friend got the ox tail burger. Everything was amazing!!! The food came out hot and fast! The best part was the music was popping and we enjoyed ourselves so much. We will totally be back.
First of all the service was amazing and attentive. You can tell the owner takes pride in making sure everyone is doing well and getting their needs met. I came for the amazing oxtail sandwich and sweet potatoes tater tots. OMG, the brioche bread and juiciness of the meat are to die for. The owner offered us three dipping sauces and all of them were delicious. Go check them out ASAP!
What a great find! We were staying across the St. at the Robert Treat Hotel and could see The Yard from our window. We had just checked in and were a little hungry. It is a perfect little joint with amazing food! So welcoming as soon as we walked in! I had the BEST hot dog with sautéed onions and mustard. Jeff Daniels had the Chicken sausage sandwich with fresh cut fries and all the toppings! Everything was fresh and delicious! We were given an assortment of sauces to try. I am not an adventurous eater but I tried them all. The Masala sauce was phenomenal. We are going back tomorrow to try the Shrimp burger and the wings! The customer service is beyond compare. Every person made sure we were happy and satisfied! Truly a magnificent experience!
2 months ago
3 months ago
We had the amazing experience of being in downtown Newark on Juneteenth and upon Yelping, found The Yard and its 4.6 star average. We came for the Oxtail burger but on this day they were only making beef burgers, lamb burgers, and catfish sandwiches. The bonus, however, was the BBQ offerings in the backyard -- Mac n cheese, corn on the cob, fries, and plantains! Between the awesome cheeseburger and lamb burger, I was in seventh heaven. We had a great time sitting on the lawn and celebrating this glorious day with our brothers and sisters. read more
6 months ago
I really wanted to support this restaurant, but unfortunately our experience left us feeling uncomfortable. When we arrived, the owner/chef told us the wait would be about 10-15 minutes. Shortly after, another couple came in and were told about 20 minutes. We were the only two parties waiting. When a table opened, the waitress began seating us, and the chef stopped her and asked the other (AA) couple if they were there first. He then told the gentleman, "I see you with family, and I'm not trying to start any problems." This was said while we were literally being seated, and nothing was said to us. It put us in an awkward and embarrassing position, as we would never intentionally skip ahead of anyone. As a Hispanic couple, the interaction also left us wondering if we were being treated differently, even if that wasn't the intention. Then the drink order added to the frustration. I ordered a hibiscus lemonade and my boyfriend ordered a regular lemonade. The waitress repeated it back incorrectly as strawberry, and I corrected her. About 10 minutes later she brought a strawberry lemonade anyway. When I said that wasn't what I ordered, the chef took the drink and handed it to the other couple who had just ordered a strawberry lemonade , saying it was freshly made and "they didn't want it." That was uncomfortable because I never ordered strawberry to begin with. Overall, the interaction felt dismissive and awkward. Mistakes happen, but the way this was handled -- especially the comments made -- left us feeling unwelcome. I hope this feedback helps improve communication and customer experience moving forward. read more
Wow - what a hidden gem! We stopped here for a casual dinner before a show at the Prudential Center and were wowed by the food. After minor disappointment due to them being out of the Walla Chicken, we had the Oxtail burger, Unity Chicken Sausage, and cauliflower bites in Sticky Icky sauce. Also - do not sleep on the sweet potato tots! And the sauces - all of them were amazing! Casual ambience, friendly service, tip added for groups of 4 or more, and BYOB! read more
Came here on a Saturday night for an event hosted by short_stay_studios in collaboration with The Yard. The event was called neighborhood watch and we got to enjoy a movie night outside. It was cool because it was a silent cinema experience. While at the event I got to try a few food items from the yard. I got their oxtail burger and a side of fries. I heard the oxtail burger was delicious and I can say that I definitely agree. Then I got their hibiscus lemonade and that was sooooooo good. It definitely hit the spot. I was sad when it was all gone. It made me want to look up a recipe on how to make hibiscus lemonade. It was so good. read more
7 months ago
We were looking for a quick dinner before watching a show at the NJPAC and the chef/owner graciously acquired us a table - by chance! Chef Kai was super welcoming and engaged in convo with us, including with our 8yo daughter - he set the tone for a cozy dining experience that felt like we had entered his home. Everything was fresh, quality, and obviously made with TLC. The dipping sauces were each characteristically delish and I loved that they gave all of them at once so we could try them all. Best ground chicken burger I've had - juicy and worked well with the brioche bun. The oxtail burger was super flavorful and tender. Next time I need to try the shrimp burger. I went with the side of sweet potato tots and oxtail gravy, and it was the best tots I've had especially in the gravy - again, quality and fresh. The pink lemonade was perfection - fresh lemons, real sugar, and not overly sweet at all and check out the container it comes in! Plus lollipops with the check - such a cute added touch. The location is in a park, walking distance from the NJ Pac and train stop. If we had more time (and could take a to go bag with us) we would've absolutely ordered wings and tried another burger - so that'll be for next time! Love having this kind of dining experience in NJ and supporting a community gem like Chef Kai! read more
14 days ago
11 months ago
Got to try this place thanks to a "have you met Newark" food tour! The owner was incredibly kind to all of us, and I got to try their oxtail burger . The burger was delicious!! We truly took the price for me though was the side sauce for the burger and the fries, it seemed like barbecue, but it wasn't as thick, and I had a hint of spice in it. There were around 15 of us on the tour and the restaurant was able to seat all of us with having even a few more tables empty so it is pretty spacious . This is now my go to place for a burger when in Newark . Definitely give them a try! read more
Amazing first experience at the yard. Came here with some coworkers for lunch and was pleasantly surprised by this hidden gem. Staff were super friendly and helpful when placing our orders. Also, they would always come check on us and made sure our drinks were always filled. Superb service! I ordered the seoul sista fried rice. Beautifully plated with a flower in the bowl. The fried rice was made with kimchi that wasn't overly spicy and a large fried egg on top. The Yaya sauce was creamy and paired well with everything. Overall, loved the dish! My coworkers ordered the oxtail sandwich, the walla chicken and the chopped thigh wrap. Everyone loved their dishes and want to come back to try the other dishes. Lastly, we ordered the grilled coconut cake. This is definately a MUST try! First time having a grilled cake and I can say I've been missing out! read more
18 days ago
1 year ago
I'm glad I was able to come here to try this place while in Newark because it was one of the highlights of my visit. Inside the space, you can sit comfortably even though it looks small from the outside. The server there was super helpful in telling my friend and me about what to order. I got the Zanzi fries with jerk chicken. Imagine if you got poutine but with jerk chicken...so good! The fries alone are enough for two meals! And it was only $15 before tip. All the elements of the dish were flavorful, and the gravy wasn't super thick, which I loved. If you like cheese, get this. My friend got the fried breast sandwich and raved about it. We did see the pound cake and were determined to order it to-go, but once we were ready, they had sold out. So if you see it, get it. I highly recommend this place read more
Came here on NYE around 4. Luckily just in time! Due to the holiday and the fact they were slow, they were getting ready to close early. One of the workers immediately greeted us to inform us of the change in hours but offered take out option. We got the oxtail burger and the sweet tots! Both were good! I really liked the large cut pickles in the burger and just the overall flavor was balanced. The tots were crispy! On top of that- it is a black owned business! The vibe was intimate with dimmed lighting, smooth music, and warm energy! Would come back! read more
If you have never been here before, it can be easy to miss. It's located within Military Park which is great ..nice balance of nature and city vibes. The restaurant itself provides an intimate, cozy setting with extremely personable and attentive staff. I ordered the oxtail burger with sweet potato tater tots. It was delicious, very flavorful. I dipped the tots in one of their special dipping sauces. I can't remember the name of it, but it paired very well. Having oxtails in burger form was a new experience for me, or tater tots made from sweet potatoes, for that matter. I trusted the process and thankfully it worked out. Served on brioche bread, the oxtail burger was tender, properly seasoned, topped with gruyère cheese, tomato, dill pickles, shallots, and Masala sauce. That is for sure a signature dish, and I understand why. We all ordered the Black Cherry soda which was nice to enjoy on a warm day. I don't know what brand it was, but I was ready to ask for another round for the road. I also had an opportunity to taste one of their desserts. It wasn't my order, but after reviewing the menu, it was possibly their banana flavored Georgia pound cake, served warm off the grill. What?! That was the finisher I wasn't expecting. Thankfully, I left some room for dessert by boxing half of my entree to go. That cake is a (good) problem. Please make sure you ask for it, and let me know when you do. Overall, everyone at my table enjoyed their meals which included a Beyond vegetarian burger, fried chicken sandwich, and wings. Also worth noting - the owner wasn't afraid to get his hands dirty, working right alongside his staff. Great example of leadership and made our experience feel more welcoming. After our meal, we stepped outside and walked around the park for a while. I'll definitely be back. read more
2 months ago
A close friend recommend we come here because we were in the area shopping for a Palestinian dress. The service was lovely. The women welcomed us, say us quickly, and was as excited us as for this to be our first time. I ordered the bbq chicken wings and my friend got the ox tail burger. Everything was amazing!!! The food came out hot and fast! The best part was the music was popping and we enjoyed ourselves so much. We will totally be back. read more
First of all the service was amazing and attentive. You can tell the owner takes pride in making sure everyone is doing well and getting their needs met. I came for the amazing oxtail sandwich and sweet potatoes tater tots. OMG, the brioche bread and juiciness of the meat are to die for. The owner offered us three dipping sauces and all of them were delicious. Go check them out ASAP! read more
5 months ago
Very friendly staff. Fast service. Food was very good. Ordered oxtail burger with sweet potatoe tots. Comes with 3 dipping sauces. Lavender lemonade. Georgia toasted pound cake. Excellent. Only drawback no place to park. Had to park in lot for $11.00. Will be back. read more
8 months ago
9 months ago
What a great find! We were staying across the St. at the Robert Treat Hotel and could see The Yard from our window. We had just checked in and were a little hungry. It is a perfect little joint with amazing food! So welcoming as soon as we walked in! I had the BEST hot dog with sautéed onions and mustard. Jeff Daniels had the Chicken sausage sandwich with fresh cut fries and all the toppings! Everything was fresh and delicious! We were given an assortment of sauces to try. I am not an adventurous eater but I tried them all. The Masala sauce was phenomenal. We are going back tomorrow to try the Shrimp burger and the wings! The customer service is beyond compare. Every person made sure we were happy and satisfied! Truly a magnificent experience! read more
8 months ago
7 months ago
First timer at The Yard. The Good: love that it's Black owned in Newark, seating is easy, and gratuity is up to me. Food presentation is nice. The Bad: we're told what's not available right off the bat, servers are hard to spot in their casual attire, and the building signage? Yeah, it needs some work. read more
1 month ago
Came in before a show at the PAC for dinner. Small place so I can see it getting busy quickly. The staff is super nice. We both had the fried chicken sandwhich. The coating was good. Chicken was cooked perfectly. They gave interesting sauces to put on it. I had the sweet potato tots and bf had the fries. Preferred the tots. He also had a bottled strawberry lemonade which was really good. Overall great place to stop in and grab a meal before a show read more
3 months ago
1 year ago
Excellent value for what you're getting. Oxtail Burger - delicious. For $17 bucks you can't beat it. It was cooked perfectly..excellent flavor, nicely sized. Fries - $5.00 extra..even had the option for "extra crispy." Amazing Fast service, beautiful location. Parking sucks BUT on a nice day, just drive around until you find some street parking and embrace the environment of trees and birds (seriously). I don't live in Newark anymore but if I did, I'd come here weekly. Highly recommend. read more
11 months ago
Absolutely delicious! Very friendly too! We came in for a bite on the way to the airport. My husband wasn't really hungry so I ordered a FABULOUS chicken sandwich. My guy basically took it and ate it ALL. Kai(the owner, I think!) Gave us several sauces for our fries, and my husband nearly fell over about how good they all were. "Best in his life". *He's the sauce connoisseur, I inhale my food* If we are ever back in Newark, we are gonna return for a saucy encore from Kai! Nice place, good vibes, kind people, and mind blowing food. read more
1 year ago
Burgers were juicy and delicious. The fries and sweet potato tater tots were crunchy and nice. The portion size of the burger was on the smaller side. read more
1 year ago
Went here recently with my father who lives out of state, this restaurant was a great introduction to the city of Newark. The atmosphere was very warm and inclusive and you could tell that people are regulars here, it was nice to see our server call their regulars by name. The presentation of the food is absolutely beautiful (See pictures), and the taste was amazing, our server brought us several sauces all of which were great. The only thing that could be improved is the seats were a little bit uncomfortable. P.S. the cream soda is S++++++ tier read more
We went to The Yard on a beautiful spring day and had a nice view of the cherry blossom trees from our seat. They were pretty busy when we arrived but we didn't have to wait too long to be seated. The host and servers were all very friendly. My friend and I both ordered the oxtail burger which is only available to be ordered medium well or well done - if you are used to this then I highly recommend the burger, all of the flavors go really well together, but to me the medium well burger tasted more like well done and was really dry. The flavor was definitely there, and after adding a little extra sauce the burger got better. I really wanted to like it, but I can't deal with the dry patty. We ordered two wing flavors, but weren't crazy about them. We'll definitely come back and order something different, the lamb burger and the salmon cakes look amazing. When we go back, I hope they have actual cutlery and not plastic cutlery. read more
2 years ago
Gem in the heart of Military Park! It gave me an at-home feel with comfortable seating, friendly service and the best playlist adding an extra razzle dazzle to the experience. The menu (which is digital) has eye catching names for the selections and everything we ate was made to order. From the Fried Salmon Cakes to the Chopped Chicken with grits we thoroughly enjoyed each bite. There is an outside seating area, concerts in the summer and live music regularly. It's a beautiful spot and would highly recommend. read more
The oxtail burger, the wings with that walla sauce and the hot dog was all on point. There was nothing bad to say about the food and this establishment. The chef / owner I am guessing was friendly and engaging. Homeboy that brought our check was top notch and great. Definitely coming back when we in the neighborhood. Thank you for making this visit a pleasant and memorable one. read more
1 year ago
Perfect experience. This may be my new go to joint. As a successful business owner myself it is clear to see why this place is special. The customer service was exceptional as was the food and presentation. I loved the vibe, great music but not so loud that you had to yell at the person next to you. Priced right. And always the cherry on top when the owner takes a second to check on you. My only advice :Smile a bit more brother. I know it's hard, but it'll help! Great job to the entire staff! read more
DO NOT SLEEP ON THIS PLACE! THE FOOD IS BOMB! I first walked in and I was greeted by a lady, I sat down, ordered the hot dog with Carmelized onions and the Walla Sauce. OH MY GOD, so freaking worth it! The walla sauce is homemade and it's seriously so good! The ambiance here is peaceful, inviting and cute! It's a small restaurant but so worth it! Eat here if you can cuz the vibes are to die for! I wish this place was at Coachella because they would do so freaking amazing there as a food vendor! read more
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2 years ago
I visited this restaurant on a Saturday afternoon and thankfully it was not too crowded. The weight was short and we were seated promptly. The ambience was nice, it was simple and I liked the African prints on the seats. The bathroom was also a very nice touch since it's the first bathroom I've ever been to that had Q-tips in there. It's the small things that count. The staff was very nice and knowledgeable. And the owner walked around to make sure that everybody was having a good time. The food didn't take long to come out and it was definitely amazing. The fries were the best fries I've ever had and were not processed at all. The burger was worth me stuffing myself because I couldn't stop eating it. I will definitely return in the future to try some of the other options. read more
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Can you make reservations? Also Is this a sit down place where you get served or a fast causal where you order at the counter and then you can sit and eat if you want?
We do not currently accept/take reservations, so currently sitting is first come first served (sat). For dining in you are sat by a server or host. For “to-go” you can order at the counter or window but if you do change your mind if seating is…
There's a Jill Scott concert at NJPAC on Monday March 27th 2023, and I'd like to come through for dinner before the 8pm show. Will the restaurant be open?
That’s a Monday, at the moment we do not open on Monday’s
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