First time dining at this adorable restaurant. The decor is quaint, with well spaced tables…read more Service was top notch. Food was fantastic. From appetizers to dessert, we all thoroughly enjoyed our meals. There was a slight hiccup with one of the entrees and they went above and beyond to make it right, in record time. The rock shrimp arriabiatta app was outstanding. Highly recommend Pappardelle. We will definitely return.

Food is fantastic. Celebrated a Birthday here on Sept 19th. Great bolognese...tastes like my family…read morerecipe. Best yet is the service Leny was a terrific waitress...made for a memorable celebration. The place may have been packed--but service was top notch!

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.

Picadillo breakfast sandwich (Joey the Mechanic) is an absolute winner…read more Picodillo French Omelette Swiss Potato Sticks and Spicy Mayo. So So Good!! Cuban is also a must try. Not in love with the empanadas. Coffee is also very very good. We stop in often just for a coffee. They could be a little bigger. One lady that's works there blasts the music so loud though it's jarring. Gotta turn it down when people walk in. Other than that this place is a 10/10

The Food is delicious, the service is great, and the atmosphere is very nice and clean and cozy.read more

prompt professional attentive caring service, free parking lot behind the building, cozy intimate…read moreatmosphere. The staff caters to your individual requests. Dining is a pleasure at Lassoni.

Attended a group lunch here and the food was solid…read more The restaurant was very clean and the dining area was very nice. The service was attentive and polite. Appetizers were an assortment of fried calamari, mozzarella with tomato, clams casino, etc and all were very good. I chose the chicken Marsala for an entree and it was very good. Everyone was pleased with their dinners so no problems there. Parking located in the back or there is street parking available. Would definitely come back and have dinner here. Very solid.

Absolutely fantastic food, wonderful service, and just a great overall experience. There are both…read moreinside and outside areas to sit (including a really cool back yard seating area as well). Wife was looking for a new local spot to try and she came upon Popolari. We live in Nutley and hadn't heard of this place yet (granted, there are a ton of great Italian spots in the area). Menu looked great so we made the short trip over. Super glad we did, now! To start, we had some delicious vegetarian arancini (cheese and mushrooms) with a delicious truffle butter sauce. Absolutely superb! So rare to find anyone doing vegetarian arancini (my wife is vegetarian). I'd get this again next time for sure. For our meals, we split a Margherita pizza and the Popolari Gnocci. The pizza was delicious. Great sauce, the fresh mozz was fantastic, and I really enjoyed the crust. The Gnocci was also wonderful. The fresh burrata wasn't skimpy and I really enjoyed the pistachio pesto. They also have a number of fresh sangrias and a small wine list, but we didn't partake this time. Would love to do a pitcher next time! Highly recommended and we can't wait to go back!

No clue what happened to this place. I used to really enjoy their food but the last two times I…read morewent have been a disappointment. I went for dinner last week, and from start to finish it was a rough experience. First, their AC was out during a heatwave, and I didn't see any clear signage about this, nor did the staff mention anything. My party and I discussed leaving, but we all really wanted pasta and decided to stay. But man was it HOT. The waiter who took our order was really lovely! We started with a pitcher of red sangria, meatballs, and a seafood platter to start. The sangria was extremely bitter, and the seafood was under-seasoned and the calamari overcooked. The meatballs were tasty, so that was a plus For my main, I ordered the carbonara, which I have had in the past and enjoyed. The waiter noted that instead of the egg (as indicated on the menu) they use heavy cream. I didn't see an issue with it as I thought it would just be used to thicken up the sauce. I was not expecting the pasta to be drenched in heavy cream sauce like a soup. It was just too milky and too heavy. I figured I could take it home and make some adjustments for lunch the next day. But the pasta actually made me sick that night, so I threw away the leftovers. As for the other entrees in our group (Spaghetti Alle Vongole and Chicken Francese) they were given an "it's okay" reaction. Sad to say I have to take Popolari off my list of places to get dinner in Bloomfield.

The food was great here and my only complaint is that there is no liquor license. I was looking…read moreforward to some nice honey wine with my meal. The service was great from the door to the plate. The hostess greeted us with a giant smile and we were sat down immediately without reservation. Which is a plus on a Saturday night. Our waiter was nice as well and offered a nice drink substitution for the honey wine. I can't recall the name of the drink but it was a hibiscus tea with honey. We ordered the entree where we could try a little of everything. The ambiance of the place was good. The place embodied the right about of light. It wasn't too dark or too bright and there wasn't loud music where you can have a conversation. If you like Ethiopian food, it's definitely worth the try because the food and experience was great!

I had never had Ethiopian food before. So my friend suggested, we try this restaurant out that she…read morehad been to several times before. Cozy spot with great service, attentive and helpful with suggestions and explanations I like that the food had the authentic names to each dish.Even though it was hard to decipher what exactly each dish was, it stayed true to the culture which I can appreciate. I have to admit the food is not very photogenic, but it did taste good. I feel like we got to try a little of everything by getting the sampler options. I would highly recommend taking that option when trying for the first time. I also ordered the mint tea, which was a great choice because it was so warm and comforting, especially with the cold rainy day we visited. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who's never tried Ethiopian food before.

Inka Flames Peruvian Cuisine -- North Arlington, NJ…read more Peruvian food is hands down one of my favorite cuisines, so when I heard about Inka Flames Peruvian Cuisine in North Arlington, I knew I had to check it out. And let me tell you... this place did NOT disappoint! From the moment you walk in, you know you're in for a real Peruvian experience. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with Peruvian artwork, sculptures, and cultural touches throughout. Honestly, I almost felt like I had walked into a museum! It's colorful, inviting, and there's so much to take in. The bar is another highlight. They have a full bar stocked with top-shelf liquor and an impressive selection of 40+ Pisco labels, along with a great list of signature cocktails. If you're a Pisco fan--or even if you've never tried it before--I definitely recommend starting with a Pisco Sour. There's plenty of seating throughout the restaurant, making it a great choice for dinner with friends, date night, or a celebration. They also have a large room in the rear that would be perfect for private parties and special events. And this isn't just a restaurant--you can make a whole night out of it! They have karaoke, Saturday salsa nights, and Peruvian Sundays featuring folk music. I love when a restaurant incorporates the culture, music, food, and nightlife all under one roof. It really adds to the overall experience. What I Ordered I decided to go with one of my all-time Peruvian favorites: Ají de Gallina -- shredded chicken in a rich, creamy ají amarillo pepper sauce, traditionally prepared with milk, bread, and Peruvian spices. It's served with rice and potatoes and topped with toasted pecans, olives, and an egg. WOW. This was pure comfort food. Creamy, flavorful, slightly spicy, and packed with that unmistakable Peruvian flavor. Every bite was mouthwatering, and the toasted pecans added a fantastic little crunch to the dish. Of course, I had to pair my meal with a nice cold Pilsen, a classic Peruvian beer. It was cold, crisp, and incredibly refreshing alongside the Ají de Gallina. What I really enjoyed is that Inka Flames gives you the opportunity to experience different sides of Peruvian cuisine and culture. You can come for dinner, enjoy a Pisco cocktail, stay for the music and dancing, or make plans for one of their special entertainment nights. Bottom line: If you're in North Arlington or anywhere nearby and you're in the mood for Peruvian food, put Inka Flames on your list! Whether you're already a Peruvian food fanatic like me or you're looking to experience the cuisine and culture for the first time, this is definitely a spot worth checking out. Great food, beautiful atmosphere, Pisco, music, dancing, and plenty of Peruvian flavor. What's not to love? I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu--and maybe catch one of those Criollo Sundays.

This place is pretty mid at best for me. I came for lunch because I saw their Instagram…read moreadvertisements for $12 lunch specials so I was like let me try this local spot. Oh I was so wrong. To start they charge automatic gratuity for a 2 top? If you're going to do that tell the guest that the tip is included, instead it seems like they hope you don't see it and double tip. Kinda shady. Then they charge you 3% for using a credit card. I hate any business that does this. This is a business expense for you not me. If you don't like the extra fees as a business then become a cash business only. Problem solved. Anyway I came for lunch and food was either too salty, dry and smokey like the Pollo a La Brasa which by the way was the worst I've her had in my life or just bland like the aji chicken with no real in between it just felt like nothing was cooked with love. Just food thrown on a plate to me. Plus why is there no lunch menu printed? If you didn't know about the lunch special I don't think the waiters would bring it up to you either as an option. Service was ok nothing memorable about it either. Yet they managed to give me the wrong potato for my to go order( I did order to go for family but should have waited to eat the food first while dining in) and not the causa I wanted even though they literally type in my order as I give it and then they charge an automatic gratuity too for a to go order is crazy. Restaurant is a little too bright and those lights need to be dimmer to create a better atmosphere and maybe clean up the scratches on the walls. Drinks look pretty good but didn't try any. I think come here for the drinks but not the food. Nothing special about anything I tried. But hey maybe I came with a bad cook working that day on a Friday. Anyway try it for yourself if you want but I probably won't be coming here again. I felt like I wasted my $50 here and I hate wasting money.

Came here on a saturday afternoon and place was not busy! Was quickly atended too and given a menu…read more I will say the options are limited but all are the top peruvian cusines! I went with a seafood platter and it did not disappoint! I asked for sauce and the lady who i presume is the owner went and found some tartar sauce which was perfect for the plate! Overall the taste was great and i do recommend!

I wanted to try something different, so I decided to order from El Gordo after reading some of the…read morereviews. I ordered delivery and tried the chicken lomo saltado and the chicken arroz chaufa. The lomo saltado was good overall. It was well seasoned, but I wish it came with a little more sauce because there wasn't enough to mix into the white rice. The chicken pieces were also a lot thicker than I like. My favorite was definitely the chicken arroz chaufa. It was full of flavor and the rice was cooked perfectly. The only thing that disappointed me was the green sauce. I was looking forward to it, but it was really watery and lacked both spice & texture I was expecting. Overall, I'd order the arroz chaufa again and would try something different on the menu.