Millburn-Short Hills Magazine May 2016 | Page 78

DINING OUT GUIDE Fine cuisine in and around Millburn • Short HIlls MAPLEWOOD ABRIL COCINA ITALIAN 175 Maplewood Ave. 973-327-2023 Sophisticated Mexican-fusion fare in a graceful storefront setting. CAFE MONET FRENCH BISTRO 309 Millburn Ave. 973-376-8555 Uniquely international menu often described as French-EgyptianMediterranean. Cozy, comfortable and intimate decor in this 50-seat bistro. yag yaml ARTUROS OSTERIA & PIZZERIA CARA MIA ITALIAN 180 Maplewood Ave. 973-378-5800 Homemade pizza crust, bread and pastas make this casual, family-friendly restaurant a popular hotspot in downtown Maplewood. yaomlgrt CODA KITCHEN & BAR AMERICAN BISTRO 177 Maplewood Ave. 973-327-2247 A casual, urban-themed bar and restaurant serving traditional American comfort food. yfolgr SAMURAI SUSHI JAPANESE 166 Maplewood Ave. 973-378-8336 First-class sushi restaurant whose menu boasts 25 specialty rolls along with specials that change weekly. yaort ST. JAMES GATE AND PUBLIK HOUSE IRISH 167 Maplewood Ave. 973-378-2222 Experience the rich traditions of the great pubs of Ireland in the heart of Maplewood village. Live Irish music Sundays from 2 to 5 p.m. yoblghrt TANDOORI CHEF II INDIAN 6 1/2 Highland Place 973-763-6770 Classic Indian dishes served in an upscale yet casual atmosphere. Lunch buffet served Tuesday through Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. yalrt VERJUS FRENCH 1790 Springfield Ave. 973-378-8990 Stylish French/New American eatery offers lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. zfbp WILD GINGER THAI 175 Maplewood Ave. 973-378-8822 A Thai restaurant with city sophistication in downtown Maplewood. yalgrt MILLBURN BASILICO ITALIAN 324 Millburn Ave. 973-379-7020 Italian cuisine with a chic New York feel. LA PERGOLA ITALIAN 120 Essex St. 973-376-6838 Sophisticated Northern Italian with warm atmosphere plus home made pastas and desserts. zaolr LA STRADA ITALIAN 194 Essex St. 973-379-8989 Family-owned restaurant specializing in Northern Italian cuisine. ITALIAN 355 Millburn Ave. 973-467-3420 Savory pizza and tasty pastas, plus a lovely outdoor courtyard for warm weather dining. yaolhrp yaomlgr CARRIAGE HOUSE BISTRO & BAR MARTINI BISTRO AMERICAN (NEW) 22 Brookside Drive 973-609-2429 Newly renamed restaurant on the grounds of the Paper Mill Playhouse with full bar and new American menu. Reservations strongly recommended. zfolr CHARLIE BROWNS STEAKHOUSE 35 Main St. 973-376-1724 Casual neighborhood steak house with salad bar. yfolgrp COMMON LOT AMERICAN (NEW) 27 Main St. 973-467-0494 Casual innovative dining with Europeantrained chef. AMERICAN (NEW) 40-42 Main St. 973-376-4444 The 5,000-square-foot restaurant and lounge is a favorite spot for grabbing a drink or catching the game. Live music on Thursday nights. yfolrv MILLBURN