DINING OUT GUIDE
MONTCLAIR (continued)
EURO BARBEQUE
PORTUGUESE
367 Bloomfield Ave. 973-509-1177
Devotees of the cuisine found in the
Ironbound section of Newark will enjoy
this cozy, rustic restaurant. The dry rub
distinguishes the dishes here from
American-styled barbecue; favorites
include barbecued chicken, chorizo
and codfish.
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FASCINO
ITALIAN
331 Bloomfield Ave. 973-233-0350
Chef’s resume includes several blue
chip New York City restaurants.
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FIN RAW BAR & KITCHEN
SEAFOOD
183 Glenridge Ave. 973-744-0068
Seafood lovers will delight to this new
addition to Glenridge Ave., owned and
operated by the restaurateurs who gave
us neighboring Salute.
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FOUR SEASONS
KEBAB HOUSE
MEDITERRANEAN
594 Valley Road 973-707-7651
Traditional Turkish recipes with
Mediterranean, Middle-Eastern and
Asian influences are on offer, plus lovely al fresco dining in fine weather.
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FRESCO
ITALIAN
15 Church St. 973-337-5100
The atmosphere is lively and the crowd
often young at this well-situated
eaterie. The menu includes a long list of
pastas, brick oven pizzas, paninis and
burgers, as well as chicken, fish and
meat entrees. Open for Sunday brunch.
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FRICASSÉE FRENCH BISTRO
FRENCH BISTRO
6 Park St. 973-744-2191
Resident Mark Papera, a veteran of several high-profile New York eateries,
opened his latest bistro in the same
spot as his former restaurant, Epernay.
Come here for onion soup, pate, escargot, tarte tatin and other French delectable.
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FUSION EMPANADA
PUERTO RICAN
706 Bloomfield Ave. 973-707-2750
Kenny Candeleria’s empanadas may
change the way you think of the
Spanish-American staple. The Mexicaninspired chipotle chicken tinga is a popular choice, alongside his Italian-influenced recipe for sausage and pepper
filling (a personal favorite).
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GREEK TAVERNA
GREEK
292 Bloomfield Ave. 973-746-2280
Owner is a native of Cyprus. Offers a
wide-ranging menu of Greek classics,
including fish specialties and clay pot
dishes.
yaomhpt
HALCYON BRASSERIE
SEAFOOD
112-114 Walnut St. 973-744-4450
The owner describes his offerings as
“classic seafood items with a twist or an
edge.”
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JACKIE’S GRILLETTE
CAFE
614 Valley Road 973-744-0090
This upscale deli with a flair for
Mediterranean cuisine is a popular
breakfast and lunch spot. Offers free
Wi-Fi.
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JUST JAKE’S
AMERICAN
30 Park St. 973-655-8987
Live bands on the weekend and appetizing American food makes this restaurant/bar a place to have a great time.
yao
KOREANDER FUSION CAFE
KOREAN
128 Watchung Ave. 973-509-7800
This small but authentic eaterie offers
traditional fare such as fried dumplings,
bimbimbap and marinated spare ribs,
alongside contemporary treats like kimchi tacos.
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LA COURONNE RESTAURANT
ITALIAN
23 Watchung Plaza 973-744-2090
Well-established eatery offers high
quality and consistency in both cuisine
and service. A favorite dining spot that
boasts a loyal following.
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THE LABORATORIO KITCHEN
AMERICAN (NEW)
615 Bloomfield Ave. 973-746-6100
Talented chef-owner James DeSisto
offers a flavorful, affordable menu of
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