"A hearty and comforting lentil soup, rich with savory spices and fresh herbs."
Cafés • Pizza • Lunch • Cheese
"Pizzeria serves good food but I have to give a low score because of the bad experience I had a week ago with the delivery man. I got some text from a weird number asking me for a $5 fee. When he came to my door I asked him about it and he said there's a fee and I would have to cancel it to avoid the fee. I told him that I would call the pizzeria to make sure this is right. As soon as I started dialing the pizzeria number he said not to worry and promptly left. That is super shady and gives this restaurant a bad name. I am not sure if the owners are aware they have a scammer working for them."
Pizza • Casual • Salads • American
"If you've never been to a Bread Butter, think of it as one of those multipurpose food markets where you can get anything from sandwiches to salads to burgers to stir fry in various stations, a buffet consisting of a potpourri of different foods, and even random groceries. Oh, and you can get breakfast too. That's really its bread butter (pun intended). Not the best food by any means, but simply a multidimensional place. This place unlike some of the other locations is a bit on the darker side due to a lack of lighting across the interior. I prefer the stir fry from here, though I believe the pastas aren't a bad option either. The buffets are tempting, but remember not to overstuff as you certainly don't want to spend $20 on lunch."
Lunch • Casual • Italian • Catering
"The cheese pizza I had was quite filling, but that’s where the positives end. The cheese had a rubbery texture, the sauce was insufficient and bland, and the dough was chewy, lacking both flavor and proper cooking. Overall, the pizza reminded me of the kind I endured in school, which I was eager to forget—definitely not a good sign. While pizza is generally an affordable meal option, these plain slices were over $3.50 each! For something so basic and unappealing, that's outrageous. There are countless places in and around NYC that offer much better pizza at lower prices. It's shocking how expensive this disappointing pizza is, especially given how many tourists and locals the restaurant attracts. The price for a whole pizza is somewhat reasonable, at least. Unfortunately, the worst part came shortly after finishing the pizza—I experienced a severe stomachache that felt like intense menstrual cramps for hours. I completely lost my appetite for dinner and only managed to eat some fruit, which was uncomfortable to do. It’s worth noting that I hadn’t eaten anything else beforehand, so the pizza was definitely the culprit. Who knows, maybe there was actual rubber or plastic in that cheese? I wouldn’t be shocked. The pizza on display also looked dry, overly thin, and of poor quality. Additionally, I’ve ordered from here before, and I can confirm that you cannot microwave this pizza. It cools down rapidly, so if you order more than one slice, reheating is almost a necessity. However, when you do, the pizza becomes even tougher and chewier (and tasteless) than before. Trust me, do NOT microwave this pizza. I’ve tried it and regretted ordering pizza entirely. I wouldn’t have bothered writing a review if it weren't for the stomachache—it truly was the last straw. This place will definitely be my last choice for takeout on the island from now on."
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Pizza • Italian • Mexican • American
"Let's talk about Nelly's, a hidden gem in Long Branch that is bursting with flavor. The menu offers a variety of delicious greasy dishes. We ordered a stuffed Chicago pizza, mozzarella fries, and a white slice. The fries and white slice were fantastic, while the Chicago pie, though not what we expected, was still delicious. It had a unique Chicago-style twist that reminded me of a reverse margherita pizza. The sauce was sweet and the cheese tasted fresh. Overall, Nelly's was a fantastic dining experience, although I do wish they offered Chicago deep dish pizza on their menu."
Steak • Italian • International • Delivery Services
"We started with crostini, which included flavors like tomato and basil, goat cheese, and white bean—everyone particularly enjoyed the white bean variety. One of our friends ordered the kale Caesar salad, which they liked, while my husband thoroughly enjoyed his gnocchi. The tagliatelle ai funghi was delicious but a little too salty for my taste. The panna cotta was visually appealing but lacked the flavor I had anticipated; it was also unexpectedly firm, without any wobble, although it thankfully didn’t have a rubbery texture. Overall, the service was attentive without being intrusive, adding to the pleasant dining experience."
Steak • Indian • American • North American
"I was visiting a friend in Philadelphia and drove down from New York. Before heading back home, I had a craving for Middle Eastern food. I was a bit hesitant after reading some recent reviews, where many customers complained about subpar service and a decline in food quality or rising prices. However, I was pleasantly surprised. The food was delicious, and the service exceeded my expectations, even when I called during peak dinner hours. The person who answered the phone was kind enough to share recommendations from the menu. I ordered a to-go meal that included kofta, chicken kebab, and lamb gyro, and as you can see from my photos, I left the plate spotless. The hearty mixed grill was so generous that it could have fed two people, and with a glass of Coca-Cola, the total was $21—a very fair price, especially considering inflation in 2022. I highly recommend giving this place a try!"
Full • Wine • Kitchen • American
"We had date night dinner reservations here on Saturday night January 8, 2022. We arrived 10 minutes prior to our reservation. We are always astonished by how seemingly complex and difficult it seems for the hostess to decode their iPad and determine whereto seat a party of two who has had a reservation for a week, but once we got past that we were seated at a nice table. First,this place is in a hotel moderately upscale multiple dining options throughout the hotel, this one being the nicest. For themenu prices, we thought it would have been a bit nicer if they created a bit more of a dining room/cozy feel, possibly closingthe curtains that are open to all hotel guests walking by whether they have yelling children or if they are dragging a redigloo cooler. There is a nice bar located centrally in the restaurant but an unfortunate placement of a light fixture impedesviewing of the televisions hanging around the bar, we thought that was odd. Still however, we had a great server named Hunter.He was prompt and courteous and all too ready to answer every question about the menu. My husband had the halibut and said itwas great and cooked very evenly throughout. The bar ran out of Woodford reserve and he was subbed another bourbon withoutupcharge. I ordered the eggplant Parmesan and I have to say it was the most delicious I have ever had and I would return to thisrestaurant just to order this again. This is a 8 on the 1 10 scale. Yes recommend. Please find a way to create an intimatedining experience in this restaurant and it will be a literal home run"
Meat • Pizza • Pasta • Vegetarian
"I had the Spicy Lover, it was so delicious, Rutgers to me is known for the Fat Sandwiches. Gotta love Jerz for this reason because I'm from the Midwest. They always have unique names for sandwiches that are packed with greasy unhealthy meat and fries for college goers to get full for a nice price. I'm going to be back so toned in."
Pizza • Italian • Chicken • White Clam Pizza
"The pizza at this restaurant is incredibly airy with a delicious bread-like flavor that I enjoy. I didn't feel weighed down after eating it. I also ordered chicken fingers and fries, and the chicken fingers were particularly tasty – tender and fried to perfection. My food was prepared promptly, and the man working behind the counter was friendly and attentive. This place is definitely my new favorite."
Food • Delis • Coffee • American
"The food is generally good, and I’ve rarely been disappointed. However, I did have one experience where I ordered the steak quesadillas, which came with rice, guacamole, and beans. Unfortunately, the guacamole was quite unappetizing, possibly because it was overripe, so I ended up leaving it untouched. Honestly, that's something you shouldn't encounter at a restaurant. As for the service, it can be a bit slow, with delays in getting the food. There’s also a rude waitress who really detracts from the overall experience, but aside from that, the rest of the staff is quite friendly. I absolutely love the ambiance in this place; it’s one of the reasons it’s one of my favorite dining spots. It makes me feel good and welcomed. I also adore the decor and the way the tables are arranged."
Pizza • Italian • American • Catering
"that was a fantastic experience. I have lived all my life on si and have eaten at bario. I moved out of the state a few years ago and visited recently. I was surprised and sincerely impressed to learn that Bario’s now had vegan options and was very curious to find out what scope. Moreover, all pizza can be made gluten-free. I don't know how they did it, but the flower charcoal pizze was phenomenal. I also tried the aubergine parma with grilled vegetables. I got two huge plates. one with the aubergine and the other with a delicious medley of squash, zucchini, red pfeffer and mushroom. this will be my place when I visit si, as friends and fam can have the usual pizza while I am in plant-based pizza sky. Not to mention, trader joe is in the grunde next door! double win for my visit. I look forward to trying others on their menu. they have a facebook club that meets once in the month where they can come and try the elements on the menu. so cool! I hope I will be in the city for one of these desires."
Soup • Pizza • Lunch • Italian
"This place used to be one of my favorite places. lately they have been going down hill. Today I ordered a Square Sicilian Pizza Slice and what I received was a old cold Square Sicilian Pizza Slice. Might have to look elsewhere."
Pasta • Burgers • Hoagies • American
Pizza • Lunch • Cheese • Italian
"I grabbed two slices of cheese to go with a friend late on a Saturday night. The pizza was alright. The crust wasn't too dry, but the flavor of the slices were lacking without a generous helping of cheese. Still, we were able to take it directly to the Nstation and eat, so it is a convenient stop."
Pizza • Salads • Italian • American
"This place is an absolute gem! The food is always fresh and delicious, delivery within the hour even during busy times. The 'half sub ' is huge at 12+ inches, the salad platters are fairly large, and the pizza actually came out amazing? Their customer service is top tier as well. I usually order through grubhub and the app messed up my order, but JC 's caught it and called me to confirm. If they 're ever out of something, they call and offer alternatives. This is me and my roommates go-to place, as they are reliably good. I highly recommend them if you 're local to the area!"
Cafés • Syrian • Vegetarian • Mediterranean
"Upon arrival to the beautifully appointed, low-lit Damas, we decided on the $160pp tasting menu to explore 10-12 shared dishes reflecting chef 's modern interpretation of seasonal ingredients and regional Syrian specialties. Our one disappointment was that said tasting menu did not include hummus and grilled Saj bread. We asked to add the latter, which was brought with our meat course (the lamb was my favorite! , but did not get to try the hummus. If we return, we 'll go à la carte, so we definitely get some more of our favorites. That said, dinner was delicious. Service was attentive. The variety of lamps and deep colors were special. And we left quite full/satisfied."
Delis • American • North American • Breakfast-brunch
"Last night we had a party of three and decided to eat in Ruven's. We've been having breakfast for a long time and last night, for the first time dinner guests. Our server was attentive and accommodating. Our meals were served, a dinner was unacceptable. Half a roasted chicken was boiled and the green beans burned. I decided to discuss this with the manager. When I told him that the meal was overcooked, he informed me that he saw my wife cut into the chicken and told me that the white meat of the chicken will be dry. That was an interesting feedback considering that they were busy, and he never saw our way. I found his comments unacceptable, and an apology was never offered. In addition, we were calculated for the side salad and ice tea that was part of the dinner. That was also unacceptable. A manager who does not accept feedback tells me that I'm basically wrong doesn't belong to the business. This was our last time we feed at Ruvens and I will share our experience with friends and family. Totally unacceptable and insulting behavior. There are many other ways to eat in the area and lose customers will not build your business when you take care."
Pizza • Seafood • Italian • Pizzeria
"I just called to order a gift card for my father for the holidays. I spoke with a gentleman I believe named Chris and he was fantastic. While they usually do not take charges over the phone and normally do E-Gift Cards I let him know the circumstance of me living in California and my father not having active email that an e-card was not likely going to work. At every opportunity him to say no he found a way to say yes. At the end of the call he then lets me know that instead of mailing this out he or someone from his establishment would drop it at my father's residence. I have been in the hospitality/restaurant business for 30 years and this gentleman that represented TPR today is an amazing representation of hospitality and superior customer service. The next time I am back east I will be sure to come in and enjoy a meal at your establishment."
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