Nothing beats a wonderful restaurant, but what about a fantastic restaurant with excellent outdoor seating? It also has a venue spot, which is an extra advantage. The Barnyard & Carriage House in Totowa has all of that! My family and I have visited this place a few times, and just recently I went back with my parents. I thought I’d share my experience in a review. We sat outside, which is always a great choice because of the beautiful landscaping, comfortable seating, and

If you are looking for an Italian restaurant to visit in North Jersey, you have to check out Casa Bella in Denville. The food is very authentic, the service is fantastic, and the outdoor seating has incredible views. Who doesn't love that? That's a win, at least for me! My family and I came here for my dad's birthday a few weeks ago, and this was honestly the perfect place to come. I began the meal by getting a drink, of course, and ordered the 'Italian Martini'. To be h

In my opinion, nothing beats a fresh sandwich from an Italian deli; what better place to get one than Salpino's Italian Food Market in North Bellemore? They also have two other locations in the area in Wantagh and North Babylon. Walking in, you feel the true Italian market vibes between the deli stand, bakery stand, and aisles of all the other goodies. I've been dreaming about this sandwich ever since I ate it When I went, I decided to get the 'Salame de Bufala Focaccia San

If you love coffee, there’s a new spot in Lincoln Park you should try Lincoln Perk Coffee. It just opened this summer and has a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like a classic coffee shop. The coffee is excellent and comes from Brazil, Guatemala, Mexico, and Peru. Could go for another 'Iced Raspberry Danish Latte' right about now One reason I like this place is that they have a wide variety of specialty items, and whenever I go to a food or beverage establishment, I lo

If you haven’t heard of Wonder before, it's a restaurant that offers every type of food you want, and you can order it all from the same place! It's perfect for group orders when one person wants Mexican food, another wants Italian, someone else wants sushi, and someone else wants BBQ, and so on. When ordering from Limesalt, definitely get the 'Ranchero Bowl'...you won't regret it! Recently, my mom and I ordered Wonder and decided to try Limesalt, which is known for Mexican

Town Bar + Kitchen is a contemporary American restaurant in downtown Morristown with eclectic vibes and a fantastic menu. My family and I came here over a month ago for my birthday, and we all enjoyed our meal. The 'La Fiesta Rosa' sure was a fiesta to drink! When we arrived, I ordered a 'La Fiesta Rosa' to start. I can’t remember everything that was in it, but I know it had tequila, agave nectar, lime juice, and jalapeño. Even though I forgot the rest, I really liked it be

If you're a diner lover and a Jersey Shore lover, then you have to check out Manasquan Diner in Manasquan because it checks off all your boxes! Can't go wrong with a 'Turkey Club & Fries' When I went, I was in the mood for a 'Turkey Club' and got one. This sandwich was stacked and had an excellent balance between the bread, turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo. Simple and delicious! This came with fries and coleslaw, and both did not disappoint. A true classic diner m

If you know, you know Bar Mutz is one of the most viral and trending restaurants in North Jersey. It is an Italian restaurant in Westwood that specializes in all things mozzarella, and its ambiance and menu items are anything but ordinary. The 'Fig & Melon' is a must-try I visited with a friend recently, and we started with the 'Fig & Melon Cocktail.' It had figenza, Midori, burrata—yes, burrata—and lime. The drink was light and refreshing, and I think it's a great choice

Sometimes we all need a juice now and then, and if you are in the city, the perfect place to get one is from the Juicy Cube in the Turtle Bay neighborhood of Midtown East. However, you do not have to get juice here; you can also grab some smoothies and acai bowls. The 'Blue Formula' is full of lots of good surprises When I went, I decided to really get my health kick on and try a couple of things here. I had the 'Blue Formula Smoothie,' 'Antioxidant Juice,' and the 'Protein

If you are looking for Thai food in the Financial District, you need to try Hey Thai —it is the perfect spot for you: delicious food, great drinks, and a spectacular location not too far from the Piers. Truly vibrant and refreshing I came with one of my friends, and to start, I got the 'Thai Iced Tea Mojito,' which was super sweet and refreshing. It basically combines both iced tea and mojitos, and I really enjoyed this more than I thought! My friend got a 'Sapporo Beer.' T

Konala is a drive-thru bowls (or build-your-own-bowl) establishment that originated mostly in the Pacific Northwest. However, this past Friday, 7/31, they opened their first East Coast location in Belleville, New Jersey. I was invited to their soft opening last week for a sneak peek at their menu and to see what this place is all about! The place feels really friendly and welcoming, and I love that it’s actually a drive-thru for healthy food. It’s convenient and good for y

If you want to try a great NYC cafe, visit La Farine Patisserie et Cafe on the Upper West Side. They have lots of delicious pastries, snacks, and drinks. The atmosphere is welcoming, with cozy indoor and outdoor seating that makes you feel comfortable. This was super irresistible and tempting When I visited, I got to try a few of their desserts and drinks. I tasted the 'Apple Tart Tatin,' 'Pistachio Cake,' 'Raspberry & Ruby Chocolate Cake,' and 'Dark Chocolate Tart.' My fa

Qua Pizza in Manasquan is making its presence known lately, thanks to its viral 'Spicy Chicken Hero.' I've been viewing many social media pages of people trying this hero over the last couple of weeks, so I knew that the last time I was in the area, I had to give it a try! The 'Spicy Chicken Hero' combines a buffalo chicken sub with a chicken Caesar sub in one sandwich. It comes with a chicken cutlet, lettuce, buffalo sauce, Caesar dressing, and plenty of cheese on semolina

One of my latest food finds is Cork & Crust Italian Mediterranean Kitchen in Harrington Park, New Jersey. I was recently in the area for an event and was looking to grab pizza for dinner, and thought this restaurant was the perfect spot! When I went, I got the 'Hot Honey Pizza,' which had pepperoni and hot honey, and you cannot disappoint with that combo! This definitely slapped and surpassed my expectations. The crust was thin but not too thin, with a little thickness. It

Last weekend, I was at the Valley Rock Inn & Mountain Club to celebrate my grandparents' 60th wedding anniversary with my family, and I was taken aback by how breathtaking the grounds were and how delicious all the food and drinks were. The place itself feels like you are walking through a luxurious, upscale garden in Italy. The 'Spicy Bee' might be spicy, but is also sweet My family and I came for brunch, and there is definitely a lot to choose from. To start off, I obviou

There's always a first for everything, and for me that was trying Raising Cane's the other day. Recently, they opened a location near me in Fairfield, so I had to go, and I am really glad I did because Raising Cane's has the best fast-food chicken out there (at least in my opinion)! 'The Box Combo' I decided to go inside instead of using the drive-thru because I wanted the full experience. I ordered 'The Box Combo,' which came with four chicken tenders, crinkle-cut fries, c

If you are looking for a new sushi takeout spot in North Jersey, you have to check out SushiRang in Lincoln Park because the food here is delicious, and the service is great. Now, this is not a sit-down place; it is only takeout, whether that is pickup or delivery. 'Spicy Crab Tempura' on the left & 'Kamikaze' on the right When I came here, I ordered the 'Spicy Crab Tempura' and 'Kamikaze' rolls, and both were excellent. The 'Spicy Crab Tempura' is a deep-fried, spicy-crab

The Grilled Cheese & Crab Cake Company has been on my bucket list for at least the past few years, and a few weeks ago, I was in the Somers Point area and decided to give it a try! A Crab Melt + Onion Rings = Nothing Better This restaurant was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, and they are notorious for their 'Crab Melt,' and let me tell you, it did not disappoint! It is basically a crab cake grilled cheese with Monterey Jack, and oh my, was this thing amazing!! Sup

If you are searching for some great Halal food in the North Jersey area, then you need to check out Food Street in Secaucus. This place is absolutely delicious with food that will leave your mouths watering and stomachs wanting more, lol. Can't go wrong with a 'Crispy Chicken Sandwich' When I came, I got the 'Crispy Chicken Sandwich,' which was incredible! It was crispy chicken with lettuce, tomato, onion, and their special sauce. The sauce is insanely good; I need a whole

If you haven't heard, The Global Pour in Fairfield, New Jersey, is a relatively new coffee shop with spectacular coffee and other great beverages! Coffee shops in the New Jersey and New York region are growing and trending, and this is a shop you do not want to sleep on! Banana + Caramel = A truly heavenly coffee When I stopped by, I tried the 'Banana Caramel Latte.' It came with caramel, banana milk, and espresso, topped with vanilla cold foam and wafers. Honestly, it was