New Jersey Restaurants Easter Celebrations

New Jersey Restaurants Easter Celebrations

Photo by Crystal Springs Resort

Celebrate with friends and family in style this Easter at some top New Jersey restaurants. On Sunday April 1st (it’s no joke), the following local restaurants are offering brunch and/or sit down meals.

Agricola (11 Whiterspoon Street, Princeton, NJ) will offer a brunch from 9am-3pm on April 1st. Cost is $45/adult; $20/children under 10.  Reservations can be made at http://agricolaeatery.com/reservations.  

Blue Morel Restaurant & Wine Bar (2 Whippany Road, Morristown, NJ 07960) will offer a three-course menu for $59 adults and $29 children under 12 years old from 12 noon to 9pm. Call 973-451-2619 for reservations. http://bluemorel.com.

Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill (118 U.S. Highway 46 East, Fairfield, NJ 07004) Easter Buffet on Sunday, April 1st, 2018.  Seating at 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM, and 5:30 PM. Adults: $46.95 Children 12 & Under: $23.95 (toddlers 4 & under: no charge) NJ sales tax and 20% Gratuity will be added automatically. For reservations, call: (973) 575-6500. https://www.calandrasmedgrill.com.

Cargot Brasserie (98 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540) will offer a brunch from 9:00am – 3:00pm on April 1st. Cost is $40/adult; $20/children under 10, plus tax and gratuity. Menu and reservation info at http://www.cargotbrasserie.com/menus.

Catherine Lombardi (3 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901) is celebrating Easter with a full, a la carte dinner featuring Easter specials. More details at https://www.catherinelombardi.com/reservations.

Chakra (W. 144 Route 4, Paramus, NJ 07652) will offer a three-course prix-fixe menu from 12pm to 5pm on Sunday April 1st. Cost is $42 per person (plus tax & gratuity). Children’s a la carte menu available. Visit http://www.chakrarestaurant.com for reservation info.

Chevys Fresh Mex® (Clifton and Linden) Saturday March 31 kids can participate in an egg-cellent Easter Egg Hunt at 10:30am. Families can also enjoy a kids eat free special following the Easter Egg Hunt from 11am-12pm. April 1, families who dine in at Chevys Fresh Mex will receive one free kid’s meal with each adult entrée purchase. More details at www.chevys.com.

Crystal Springs (1 Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg, NJ) is a great place to spend the holidays. With six options for Easter celebrations on Sunday April 1st. Visit www.crystalgolfresort.com for menus and reservations.

Haven Riverfront Restaurant & Bar (2 Main Street, Edgewater Harbor, Edgewater, NJ 07020) is offering a three-course menu costing $65 on April 1st. More information at http://www.havenedgewater.com/menu.

Restaurant Serenade (6 Roosevelt Avenue, Chatham, NJ 07928) is offering a three-course menu at a cost of $75/person and $35/child 10 (exclusive of sales tax and gratuity). Details and menu at www.restaurantserenade.com.

Ryland Inn (115 Old Hwy 28, White House Station, NJ 08889) is offering an Easter brunch on April 1st from 12pm-6pm. Costs is $79 per adult, $29 per child (not inclusive of tax & gratuity). Details and menu at https://rylandinnnj.com/menu.

The Shannon Rose Irish Pub (Clifton and Ramsey) is hosting a family-friendly brunch on Sunday April 1st complete with an Easter egg hunt and pictures with the Easter Bunny. Cost is $32 for adults and $14 for children 12 and under. Reservations can be made via phone at 973-284-0200 (Clifton) or 201-962-7602 (Ramsey), or online at www.TheShannonRose.com.

 Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas (Clifton and Garden City, NY) is offering its a la carte brunch menu on April 1 from 11:30AM – 3:00PM. Note that the restaurants’ Taste of Tuscany menu will also be available on Easter. Menu and more info at http://spuntinowinebar.com

Stage Left is offering a 3-course brunch with an unlimited dessert bar on April 1st from 11AM-2:30 PM at a cost of $39.95; kids 12 and under $19.95. More details at http://www.stageleft.com/reservations.

Summit House (395 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ) is offering an Easter Sunday meal from 12PM – 5PM. The 3-course menu includes four options per course and two tiers of optional wine pairings will be available. Pricing (tax + gratuity not included) Adults (15+): $65, Children 8-14: $35, Children 0-7: a la carte kids menu. http://www.summithousenj.com.

Happy Easter?

Veronique

PS: Is your restaurant offering Easter? Email me at veronique@foodandwinechickie.com to alert me!

My Top 10 New Jersey Dishes of 2013

My Top 10 New Jersey Dishes of 2013

Seafood Risotto - HAVEN

Seafood Risotto – HAVEN

While I’ve had many, many memorable meals in 2013 (God knows I over-share), I’ve tried to narrow down the 10 best dishes I enjoyed during the past year. Here’s the list in restaurant name alphabetical order.

Duck, Knoephla and Eggs – A Toute Heure

The Knoephla dish showcases a generous portion of rich pulled duck confit, Knoephla, a German dumpling much like Spaetzle and a New Jersey farm-fresh egg.

Sweetbreads and Crispy Bone Marrow - Escape

Sweetbreads and Crispy Bone Marrow – Escape

Sweetbreads with Crispy Bone Marrow – Escape Montclair

Sweetbreads, Pea Purée, Crispy Marrow, Chanterelles and Grape Juice. Simply an amazing dish. The sweetbreads were tender and perfectly cooked and Chef Gregg was truly gilding the lily with the addition of crispy bone marrow. The best bone marrow I’ve had.

Moules Meunière – Fricassée

The portion of mussels is gigantic and offers a very flavorful white wine, garlic and cherry tomato saucy broth bursting with thyme, basil and mint flavors.

Fluke Crudo - The Ryland Inn

Fluke Crudo – The Ryland Inn

Seafood Risotto – HAVEN Riverfront Restaurant & Bar

Seafood Risotto with Riso Venere, Lobster, Sea Scallops, Shrimps, Sea Beans, Sweet Corn and Mascarpone. The black rice contrasted beautifully with the rich broth and perfectly-cooked seafood.

Combination Kabab Platter – Kabab Paradise

The flavorful dish is comprised of a chicken breast kabab, a beef kufta kabab and a lamb tikka kabab. The meats are moist and perfectly charcoal-grilled. The white accompanying sauce is addicting.

Rabbit - Restaurant Latour

Rabbit – Restaurant Latour

Pork Belly Ramen – Mitsuwa

The ramen bowl features pork belly and hen-of-the-wood mushrooms. The ramen noodles are cooked perfectly, just a bit chewy, and the pork-laced broth is out-of-this-world.

Loin of Young Rabbit – Restaurant Latour at Crystal Springs

Loin of Young Rabbit Roulade with Belly Confit and Sweet White Onion Jus. Tender loin, rich belly and tart jus.

Crescent Duck Breast – The Orange Squirrel

The duck was rare as ordered with a masterly-rendered, crisp skin and paired with earthy carrot quinoa.

Duck - The Orange Squirrel

Duck – The Orange Squirrel

Fluke Crudo – The Ryland Inn

Fluke Crudo, Summer Melons, Heirloom Tomatoes, Garden Herbs. Just the perfect summer starter with fresh, clean flavors.

House-Made Ricotta Gnudi – VB3 Restaurant

The wonderful Gnudi are pillowy-soft and served with a light, basil-infused tomato sauce.

Let me know if you’ve tried any of these dishes and leave a comment when you do in the new year!

Cheers,

Veronique