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Jack's Seafood Shack

Jack's Seafood Shack

720 Bloomfield Avenue, 07042, Montclair, United States

Pizza • Seafood • American • Desserts


"Went for takeout yesterday, first time in the place. Location is good with ample parking, but I was unsure about the free parking at the museum across the way, since the sign said permit parking only, so we parked in the street in front of the adjacent apartment building. Saw the dumpster that was out on the sidewalk. I know someone wrote a negative review about that dumpster, but it was nowhere near the entrance, so it didn 't bother me. Upon entering we were surprised that the seating area was bigger than we thought it would be. Not huge, but substantial enough, and we appreciated the decor, especially loved the pallet ceiling. Place was clean and the temperature was just right. A young and friendly fellow named K took our order. Since it was our first time, we opted for their signature offering...lobster roll. We both ordered the lobster roll platter, mine with chips, my wife with a salad. Included was the homemade cole slaw. Everything was excellent! Very satisfying and very filling, certainly an ample portion. At first the coleslaw looked like a measly portion, but believe me, it 's just the right amount because that lobster roll will fill you up, along with the tasty homemade chips. I only gave it 4 stars because it was our first visit, and we only tried one menu option, but we will be back again for sure to check out some of the other food. If all you want is lobster roll though, this place won 't let you down."

Big Boy

Big Boy

200 W Maple Rd, 48084, Troy, US, United States

Family • Salads • Burgers • American


"The reviews on this Big Boy seem to be barbelled between love and hate. The loves understand that it 's a Big Boy and not Chez Money in Bham. The hates seem to , well not like anything. Like the review that didn 't like the clamp shouter! . Thanks Einstein. When in Rome as the saying goes, do as the Roman 's do. Well when in Big Boy do as the Big Boyans ? do. Don 't expect a cheap gourmet lunch. Go in knowing that this is going to be old school hearty fare and you 'll be fine. I am of the latter group and ordered a Big Boy, fries and an iced tea with the salad and soup bar. Hey I had a gift card! . I was torn between the best cheese burger in the world the name of which they have somehow trademarked and the Big Boy but I went with the original. As for scouring the world for other cheeseburgers to compare, while appealing, seemed out of the question. I started with the salad bar which was great with, wait for it...iceberg lettuce that was fresh and crispy and all of the other faves. The soup s had to wait for another visit so I 'll withhold judgement. My burger and fries arrived in good time and was fantastic. The Big Boy is basically what McDonalds ripped off for the Big Mac. Two patties, sauce, lettuce, pickles, you get the drift. The fries could have been in a bit more...hello 5th star, but were fine. Iced teas were brought in quick succession and were fresh with a nice wedge of lemon. They had some great looking deserts but that 's for next time. All in a great if a bit pricey lunch. But hey everything is pricey these days. So put on your retro hat and your big boy pants and step back in time for a great lunch at an iconic restaurant. And you 're really shopping local because the chain in headquartered in Warren! Big boy, oh boy...Go!"

HQ Gastropub

HQ Gastropub

155 5th St, Huntington Beach I-92648-5101, United States

Pubs • Beer • American • Japanese


"Worth seeing from the PCH, HQ is a must to visit. They offer a wide menu and the vibe is vintage vinyl. Great music, good food staff very friendly super courtesy – loved it! Since for a quick bite before the start I was alone, but really wanted to enjoy the view and enjoy the sun. The hostess was friendly enough to provide one of the stands with the view. I was very valuable, fortunately it wasn't super busy or I would have denied. I ordered a sushi roll (yellowtail) spicy tuna crispy rice. I had the Beignets for Dessert to drink – the Raspberry Beret (contains alcohol). Sushi roll – was good. Not much to say about it. I had better – but it was certainly pleasant. I think I could say the same for the crispy rice; perhaps a little less rice than the bites were quite large (mostly rice). Still having a fair meal. Beignets are amazing!!! I am all about the desserts – this one, has not disappointed! Texture and taste were on point. They also served it with vanilla ice cream and one side of maple syrup. Service was excellent! I appreciate the attentive staff of the accommodation. The cook/cook came out and asked me how I enjoyed everything, especially to ask the beignets. I thought that was brilliant and offered a suggestion for some kind of fruit against syrup... he was totally great about it and suggested that I visit it on my return! the drink... my favorite drink until today! If you like raspberries in your drinks, this is the!!! Overall: amazing views of the beach, great staff, loved the music gently obsessed with the dessert drink... much catches my eye on the menu for my next trip!!!!"