Restaurants in Union
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Best Restaurants
“It took a lil while for our server to come because they were busy .. The manager Camillo saw we were waiting and was more than helpful and took our whole order without writing it down appetizer and entree and everything came out perfectly... Food was amazing!!... Definitely will be coming here again! Camillo saved the day, thank for your service my friend 👍🤟”
“I love food. I love to eat it. I love to cook it. But food to me has always been more than just something to eat. I like to study process. Fun to me is to be able to be in a restaurant kitchen and talk to the chef while he’s making a dish. I want to be able to see what he’s doing and ask about it. Why are you taking the dish off the fire so quickly? Why are you using canned peeled tomatoes rather than fresh? I want to know everything. To me, process can be just as exciting as being presented with the beautiful and delicious final product. This evening, I stopped at an unusual pasta restaurant - All' Assassina. https://www.allassassina.com/ They call themselves the killer pasta project. It’s different. It has an open kitchen. The small dining room is colorful – eye catching. You go up to the front and order your pasta. You decide what will be added in – mushrooms, capers, tomatoes, chicken, olives and more. And then the chef makes it right in front of you. The owner told me that not everybody watches. They’re missing out. This restaurant is offering dinner and a show. And the cooking here is a performance. You get to see what goes into your food and how it is made. It gives you an additional appreciation for what you are about to savor. All the senses go on alert. You could see it. You could hear it in the pan and you could smell it. If you are anywhere near Union, New Jersey, check out All' Assassina. But do not just order and walk away. Look. Listen. And learn. Not everybody likes to cook. But everyone should like to learn. The more you know about what’s in your food and how it is prepared, the more you’ll appreciate good food. The tastes, the textures. Wow. There was an avalanche of different flavors hitting my mouth all at once. It’s worth a trip. Go for the meal. Stay for the show.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Four of us ate dinner here on a Thursday night. The restaurant was relatively empty and nice and quiet. Very different from the weekends.
This is a very expensive restaurant but also a very extraordinary restaurant, so we felt the expense was worth it.
Decor is upscale and elegant. Perfect to celebrate a birthday or anniversary or just to have a nice dinner with friends.
The tables all have white table cloths, and service was amazing. There is also an extensive wine menu. To our delight they serve our favorite Sancerre (unusual to find in an Italian restaurant) and at a very reasonable price.
The complimentary bread served at the outset was fresh and very tasty.
The grilled octopus appetizer with chickpea sauce was tender. The pasta with pieces of shrimp for the second course was tasty, though the shrimp was slight overdone.
The main courses were all fabulous. The char and swordfish were nice and moist. The filet mignon was one of the best I've had and a huge portion. Side orders of mushrooms and broccoli rabe were very excellent.
The Italian cheese cake with vanilla ice cream for dessert was amazing. The biscotti, espressos, tea, and sauterne were also great.
The ambiance here is wonderful, the staff are friendly and attentive, and the chef himself even came out to offer us a suggestion on something we ordered. It was an absolutely perfect fine dining experience and we will definitely return.
Parking: Large lot across the street. But busy on the weekends.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“It took a lil while for our server to come because they were busy .. The manager Camillo saw we were waiting and was more than helpful and took our whole order without writing it down appetizer and entree and everything came out perfectly... Food was amazing!!... Definitely will be coming here again! Camillo saved the day, thank for your service my friend 👍🤟”
“I finally got the chance to try Crumbl Cookies and I’m so glad I was able to try the lineup for this week. The cookies were delicious, Kentucky butter cake and sticky bun were my favorite. The pink velvet and Banana upside down cake were tasty as well. The staff was nice, and I didn’t have to wait long for my order even ordering ahead. One of selections ended up being sold out and the workers decided to give me a free cookie. I’ll definitely be back, I can’t wait for next’s week lineup.”
“I love food. I love to eat it. I love to cook it. But food to me has always been more than just something to eat. I like to study process. Fun to me is to be able to be in a restaurant kitchen and talk to the chef while he’s making a dish. I want to be able to see what he’s doing and ask about it. Why are you taking the dish off the fire so quickly? Why are you using canned peeled tomatoes rather than fresh? I want to know everything. To me, process can be just as exciting as being presented with the beautiful and delicious final product. This evening, I stopped at an unusual pasta restaurant - All' Assassina. https://www.allassassina.com/ They call themselves the killer pasta project. It’s different. It has an open kitchen. The small dining room is colorful – eye catching. You go up to the front and order your pasta. You decide what will be added in – mushrooms, capers, tomatoes, chicken, olives and more. And then the chef makes it right in front of you. The owner told me that not everybody watches. They’re missing out. This restaurant is offering dinner and a show. And the cooking here is a performance. You get to see what goes into your food and how it is made. It gives you an additional appreciation for what you are about to savor. All the senses go on alert. You could see it. You could hear it in the pan and you could smell it. If you are anywhere near Union, New Jersey, check out All' Assassina. But do not just order and walk away. Look. Listen. And learn. Not everybody likes to cook. But everyone should like to learn. The more you know about what’s in your food and how it is prepared, the more you’ll appreciate good food. The tastes, the textures. Wow. There was an avalanche of different flavors hitting my mouth all at once. It’s worth a trip. Go for the meal. Stay for the show.”
“Four of us ate dinner here on a Thursday night. The restaurant was relatively empty and nice and quiet. Very different from the weekends.
This is a very expensive restaurant but also a very extraordinary restaurant, so we felt the expense was worth it.
Decor is upscale and elegant. Perfect to celebrate a birthday or anniversary or just to have a nice dinner with friends.
The tables all have white table cloths, and service was amazing. There is also an extensive wine menu. To our delight they serve our favorite Sancerre (unusual to find in an Italian restaurant) and at a very reasonable price.
The complimentary bread served at the outset was fresh and very tasty.
The grilled octopus appetizer with chickpea sauce was tender. The pasta with pieces of shrimp for the second course was tasty, though the shrimp was slight overdone.
The main courses were all fabulous. The char and swordfish were nice and moist. The filet mignon was one of the best I've had and a huge portion. Side orders of mushrooms and broccoli rabe were very excellent.
The Italian cheese cake with vanilla ice cream for dessert was amazing. The biscotti, espressos, tea, and sauterne were also great.
The ambiance here is wonderful, the staff are friendly and attentive, and the chef himself even came out to offer us a suggestion on something we ordered. It was an absolutely perfect fine dining experience and we will definitely return.
Parking: Large lot across the street. But busy on the weekends.”
“I went there with my wife this evening and it was a great experience. We had delivery a couple of times, but eating at the restaurant was so much better. We were greeted with a big smile by Demi and she took great care of us. We had the large Meze appetizer and the small Mixed Grill and it was perfect. We had plenty to take home for Super Bowl snacks. We had a nice chat with Demi and she gave us a complimentary dessert of their homemade ice cream. The flavors were baklava and walnut. They were delicious. I highly recommend eating there. Thank you so much Demi for a great experience.”
“We took our large family for a nice evening out. Good service and good tasting food.”
“Had a lunch for a large group at Cioffis after my mom’s funeral. Reasonably priced, delicious, great service and everyone there could not be nicer. Highly recommend.”
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“I don't eat Chinese food often but when I do this is the spot. You can taste the freshness and quality. I love to get the wings because you can tell that they change their oil for chicken regularly. If you have a favorite spot then don't try Great Wall because Great Wall will become your favorite..”
“I ordered over the phone and immediately on the phone I knew I called the right place because the man on the phone was super nice and very patient.
When I went in for my pickup he was nice as soon as I came in and made sure I had everything I needed to depart. Loved it.”
“Went for lunch and the place was very cute! Nicely decorated and lots of seating available. I got the thai iced tea which was rich and creamy and the pad kee mao that had lots of flavor in the sauce and is not too salty. The vegan puffs were flaky and soft. Will definitely come again!”
“I just wanted to acknowledge the crew that worked the drive thru on Saturday night 10/12/24 @ the Union, NJ location. I moved out of NJ, so anytime I can get me some from fresh White Castle, I'm happy. Although I waited in the drive thru for a very extended amount of time, I drove away with a smile. Why? Because the young lady who was working that window and the register for those inside with only 1 other crew member from what I could see, GAVE ME NOTHING BUT STELLAR COSTUMER SERVICE!!!!! She was pleasant as I placed my order...she actually apologized for the delay. When I pulled up to the window and was able to see why it was taking so long, I had to compliment her on how impressed I was with how she was holding everything down. My food was hot and fresh, and my order was accurate.”
“The fajitas (chicken/steak/shrimp) are AMAZING - hot and tasty - I get them every time. Its cooked perfectly and I can't stop eating them. The margaritas are delicious and a good size. The queso is perfect and so is the guac! We've never had a bad meal. I tell everyone this is the place for the best tex-mex in the area!
My only complaint, idk if its the owner or manager, but he's always singing karaoke the whole time, at FULL VOLUME. It's so loud you really can't really have table conversation without yelling at each other and its the entire time you're there, he doesn't take a break. There really isn't a place to sit inside where you can muffle it. Don't get me wrong, the gentleman's singing is really good, he sounds professional, but it feels almost like you're a captive audience. Maybe if he took 15-20 minute breaks after every couple songs, or sang/played the music at a lower volume so you can still enjoy talking with the people at your table, maybe even turn the speakers in angles so it doesn't bombard dinners.... We'll keep going, but I'll admit, its why we're not there more often or why we sometimes eat quickly and leave.”
“Patty and staff are the best. The food is great. The vibe is chill. People are just there to eat, drink and have a good time. Highly recommend.”
“walked in was greeted right away ..
very clean
quick service
vetu customer friendly
i will be back
only order some sushi but again great service”
Takeout Restaurants
“I've been going to Constantino's for a few weeks now and I must say it's one of my favorite places. I was a little disappointed a few years ago but Bill def has some incredible food. So far I've been sampling the sandwiches my favorites are the pork cutlet and the amazing turkey meatball park with vodka sauce ( delicious!!). I just had the Italian and it was perfect! Highly recommend this place!”
“Definitely one of the best bakeries!! We went to multiple bakeries for our wedding cake tasting. Nothing compares to the quality and taste at Conca D’Oro. Our wedding guests are still asking where our cake was from. Juan was super helpful and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend this bakery!!”
“I went last Saturday with my sister, who lives right down the road. We each purchased 6 cookies , alittle expensive at 3.00 each, but they were delicious. I had the chocolate chip, biscoff, and M&M. My sister got chocolate chip, rocky road and biscoff. watch out Dee's Cookies we'll be back !! Hopefully next time you have peanut butter cookies.”
“Give this local place a try if you can. As you can see by reading the reviews the staff is so friendly, and welcoming, they take care of you. It’s not just a bar, there is a casual dining room, plenty of tables. The food is good, VERY GOOD!! I ordered shrimp and veg upon recommendation 👍👍. Others at my table had penne vodka with some great looking grilled chicken, and fish n chips. Bring your family or friends. A full meal thats more affordable than many places.”
“First time here, was recommended by a friend that lives nearby. He says it’s the best pizza in Jersey so I had to try it out. This mom and pop pizzeria giving that 90s vibes (Feeling nostalgic.) I ordered the cheese personal pie good sauce , good quality cheese and Nice crust what more can you ask for. If in area check it out. I would say this it’s one good ones.
be warned, Cash only ( ATM on the premise). They take Zelle or Venmo”
“Best restaurant. Staff is great, food is great and prices are good. I'm from Montreal, Canada and everytime I go to New Jersey its a must that I eat at Top Knotch restaurant.”
“Employees are always so energetic I can't believe it sometimes. P.S. their black bean avocado burger is supreme to all burgers. If you've ever said anything negative about veggie burgers, try this one and watch your opinion change... that's the tea.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Glendale is a great place to grab a bite. Whether to eat in or take out, great food, great staff, and just a great restaurant. Everything is delicious, so you don't have to worry about what's good or not!!!! If you're in the area, Glendale always satisfies, so stop on in!!
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“I visited Sashey's for the first time on April 23 and I must say the food I ordered (curry goat with rice and peas and a brown stew fish) was excellent! In addition, the customer service was on point. I definitely will return again. Take my word, if you want good, authentic Jamaican food, Sashey's is the place.”
“I had the pleasure of attending a fundraiser today for #camystrong. The food was amazing, the service was excellent and I learned that 100% of proceeds will benefit my little 6 year old friend. Well done Johnny Napkins, well done. Definitely worth the 1 hour drive to get there for this sweet girl. I will have to make another trip up to support the restaurant this time.”
“Love this place!!! I come here all the time! I also wanted to give a big shoutout to the young hispanic man who served me. He gave me the best butter pecan ice cream ever and was very nice and friendly from start until checkout. My mother was very happy when he started speaking in Spanish to her. To say the least, I will be returning often ?”
“Wow!!! What can’t I not say about this place , the decor was incredible you can see that the place has history. I felt like going back home and changing my out for this place is amazing ! The service was Superb, we didn’t have to ask our waiter or waitress for anything we were constantly attended to . The food was great and the portions are are great. I went with my fiancé and daughter so I always order family style , so we had a little of everything . I know it’s cold out but I love a good frozen margarita and it was perfect . Also at the end Jolie , the owner/daughter of the owner also , offered us some free shots of RED CADILLAC TEQUILA , that’s made from them by them . It was very soothing . We’re actually gonna go back in a date night for the live music . Can’t wait !”
“amazing tasteful food and not to mention how much food you get for a great price. wonderful customer service as well.”
Cheap Eats
“the atmosphere here is phenomenal and the service!! wow! ronnie was an absolute gem when we went the first time and specifically the reason we came back. a good bartender with a kind smile is all you can ask for in a local beer spot with pleasant music, a pool table, and sweet outdoor seating.
you will have the energy you put towards ronnie reciprocated; if you're mean or unruly or just downright unpleasant, he will be cold but courteous. he's the kind of bartender that the entire bar will back up if anyone gets unruly, like, 'you mess w the bartender, you mess w all of us.'”
“Generous amount of food. I ordered Turkey, which is one of the dishes I rate diners on. Compared to other diners, this is a bit above average. However, even with loads of gravy (they gave me a bowl full) and with a mild stuffing, I felt it was a little bland. Good for people on a low-salt diet? I needed to add a lot of pepper and some salt. I still would have liked a more savory taste. Nevertheless, the portion was big and the "side salad" was more like a mini salad entree. Take a look at the pictures. Wait staff was very nice. Lots of people there on a Sunday morning, so you may have to wait. Price is slightly high, but then everything is compared to a few years ago. BUT I'd rather pay more for this kind of quality. I will go back when I am in the area again.”
“Customer service was great, very nice staff. The Sweet & spicy chicken wings were a 10/10 the flavor was so good. Pho was good as well I just feel like they put way too many noodles & not enough protein. I had a big bowl & only had 3 shrimp in it & they were small. My bf had beef & same for him but I would go back.”
“I ordered from grubhub and the food was very good. I had a grilled chicken Caesar wrap. I also ordered a pound of Boars Head turkey and a pound of egg salad. The egg salad is awesome. I highly recommend this place. I do wish they would sell bread / rolls on grubhub to go along with their deli by the pound offerings.”
“Love the food it was delicious the steak was beautifully done best steak I’ve had in a long time the salmon in chipotle sauce was also delicious the rice and beans was on point and the drinks not to sweet really good enjoy the whole dinner experience we had”
“I ordered over the phone and immediately on the phone I knew I called the right place because the man on the phone was super nice and very patient.
When I went in for my pickup he was nice as soon as I came in and made sure I had everything I needed to depart. Loved it.”
“My family and I have been coming here for so many years... probably since they opened... as a mom of two toddlers and a baby its so convenient and yummy... the employees treat us like family... there’s a lot of choices! My favs are Kaldereta, karekare, gatang pampano, binagoongan eggplant with jalopeno... my kids love anything with sabaw... being a nurse full time... and doing virtual school with my toddlers because of covid getting a bunch of ulam to go for the week really makes my life easy and my kids will grow up knowing filipino food.”
“The food is delicious! My union had a black history dinner and Two Fish & Five Loaves catered the food! Very tasty and delicious! I don’t trust a lot soul food restaurants due to tons of sodium and grease but Two Fish & Five Loaves was just right! I will like to one day dine in. I highly recommend this place for catering!”
“Everything was great I just did not like seeing to many peoplle walking in from the outside into the kitchen. I feel that we do not know what germs they are bringing from the outside.”
“I met a friend there for lunch, the sandwich was just the way I liked. I ordered the meatballs combo with a coke/sprite mixed. We dined in with nice conversation. The place was very friendly and clean. Will return on my next visit to NJ.
Parking: Huge parking inside the shopping center area with one other dining restaurant next door.
Kid-friendliness: It's a sandwich shop and all kids like sandwiches.
Wheelchair accessibility: No steps.”
“Wow what a pleasure eating at Gusto y Sabor. Pleasant and polite attentive staff. Food was delicious. Great outdoor dining experience. The freshly made lemonades are a must. My new favorite salad with skirt steak and shrimp was delicious. Empanadas were outstanding with the perfect (aji) hot sauce. My wife and daughter totally enjoyed their traditional Bandeja Paisas. I will continue to enjoy this remarkable establishment.”
Latest Reviews
“Hat off to every Chef you "ROCK" Very clean thank you Eat here once or twice a week Only one BIG problem when waiting for certain item to place in plate Add W for Waiting & what your waiting on. Today guy came from drive thru open plate to see what's missing. Guy came down from register handling dirty money open the plate to see what's missing. While standing there over six people open the plate to see what's missing. Instead of adding W for waiting & what your waiting on. Once it's up then open the plate & add Thank you for fixing this problem”
“Generous amount of food. I ordered Turkey, which is one of the dishes I rate diners on. Compared to other diners, this is a bit above average. However, even with loads of gravy (they gave me a bowl full) and with a mild stuffing, I felt it was a little bland. Good for people on a low-salt diet? I needed to add a lot of pepper and some salt. I still would have liked a more savory taste. Nevertheless, the portion was big and the "side salad" was more like a mini salad entree. Take a look at the pictures. Wait staff was very nice. Lots of people there on a Sunday morning, so you may have to wait. Price is slightly high, but then everything is compared to a few years ago. BUT I'd rather pay more for this kind of quality. I will go back when I am in the area again.”
“I've been going to Constantino's for a few weeks now and I must say it's one of my favorite places. I was a little disappointed a few years ago but Bill def has some incredible food. So far I've been sampling the sandwiches my favorites are the pork cutlet and the amazing turkey meatball park with vodka sauce ( delicious!!). I just had the Italian and it was perfect! Highly recommend this place!”
“I visited Sashey's for the first time on April 23 and I must say the food I ordered (curry goat with rice and peas and a brown stew fish) was excellent! In addition, the customer service was on point. I definitely will return again. Take my word, if you want good, authentic Jamaican food, Sashey's is the place.”
“I love food. I love to eat it. I love to cook it. But food to me has always been more than just something to eat. I like to study process. Fun to me is to be able to be in a restaurant kitchen and talk to the chef while he’s making a dish. I want to be able to see what he’s doing and ask about it. Why are you taking the dish off the fire so quickly? Why are you using canned peeled tomatoes rather than fresh? I want to know everything. To me, process can be just as exciting as being presented with the beautiful and delicious final product. This evening, I stopped at an unusual pasta restaurant - All' Assassina. https://www.allassassina.com/ They call themselves the killer pasta project. It’s different. It has an open kitchen. The small dining room is colorful – eye catching. You go up to the front and order your pasta. You decide what will be added in – mushrooms, capers, tomatoes, chicken, olives and more. And then the chef makes it right in front of you. The owner told me that not everybody watches. They’re missing out. This restaurant is offering dinner and a show. And the cooking here is a performance. You get to see what goes into your food and how it is made. It gives you an additional appreciation for what you are about to savor. All the senses go on alert. You could see it. You could hear it in the pan and you could smell it. If you are anywhere near Union, New Jersey, check out All' Assassina. But do not just order and walk away. Look. Listen. And learn. Not everybody likes to cook. But everyone should like to learn. The more you know about what’s in your food and how it is prepared, the more you’ll appreciate good food. The tastes, the textures. Wow. There was an avalanche of different flavors hitting my mouth all at once. It’s worth a trip. Go for the meal. Stay for the show.”
Most Popular Restaurants
“I finally got the chance to try Crumbl Cookies and I’m so glad I was able to try the lineup for this week. The cookies were delicious, Kentucky butter cake and sticky bun were my favorite. The pink velvet and Banana upside down cake were tasty as well. The staff was nice, and I didn’t have to wait long for my order even ordering ahead. One of selections ended up being sold out and the workers decided to give me a free cookie. I’ll definitely be back, I can’t wait for next’s week lineup.”
“I went there with my wife this evening and it was a great experience. We had delivery a couple of times, but eating at the restaurant was so much better. We were greeted with a big smile by Demi and she took great care of us. We had the large Meze appetizer and the small Mixed Grill and it was perfect. We had plenty to take home for Super Bowl snacks. We had a nice chat with Demi and she gave us a complimentary dessert of their homemade ice cream. The flavors were baklava and walnut. They were delicious. I highly recommend eating there. Thank you so much Demi for a great experience.”
“Literally one of my favorite experiences from chick fil a went there March 3, 2024 and literally walked in and was greeted with a smile and the staff is so friendly! I was sick so I couldn’t talk much and the worker noticed and she gave me a card it’s literally one of the sweetest experiences I ever experienced 🥺❤️”
“I visited Sashey's for the first time on April 23 and I must say the food I ordered (curry goat with rice and peas and a brown stew fish) was excellent! In addition, the customer service was on point. I definitely will return again. Take my word, if you want good, authentic Jamaican food, Sashey's is the place.”
“I had the pleasure of attending a fundraiser today for #camystrong. The food was amazing, the service was excellent and I learned that 100% of proceeds will benefit my little 6 year old friend. Well done Johnny Napkins, well done. Definitely worth the 1 hour drive to get there for this sweet girl. I will have to make another trip up to support the restaurant this time.”
“The fajitas (chicken/steak/shrimp) are AMAZING - hot and tasty - I get them every time. Its cooked perfectly and I can't stop eating them. The margaritas are delicious and a good size. The queso is perfect and so is the guac! We've never had a bad meal. I tell everyone this is the place for the best tex-mex in the area!
My only complaint, idk if its the owner or manager, but he's always singing karaoke the whole time, at FULL VOLUME. It's so loud you really can't really have table conversation without yelling at each other and its the entire time you're there, he doesn't take a break. There really isn't a place to sit inside where you can muffle it. Don't get me wrong, the gentleman's singing is really good, he sounds professional, but it feels almost like you're a captive audience. Maybe if he took 15-20 minute breaks after every couple songs, or sang/played the music at a lower volume so you can still enjoy talking with the people at your table, maybe even turn the speakers in angles so it doesn't bombard dinners.... We'll keep going, but I'll admit, its why we're not there more often or why we sometimes eat quickly and leave.”
“Delicious food and excellent service. Very nice staff!”