EDGE takes you inside the area’s most creative kitchens.
The Office Beer Bar & Grill • Grilled Bratwurst
728 Thompson Ave. • BRIDGEWATER 411 North Ave. West • WESTFIELD 32–34 Chestnut St. • RIDGEWOOD
We fire finish our beer-braised bratwurst on the grill and serve it with sautéed onions and peppers on a char-grilled garlic-infused baguette.
— Kevin Felice, 40North Executive Chef.
Paragon Tap & Table • Mushroom Tart
77 Central Ave. • CLARK
(732) 931-1776 • paragonnj.com
In additional to all of our craft beer and craft dishes, burgers, pastas and seasonal, local menu items, we are also very proud to offer our vegan and vegetarian experiences, including mushroom tart with roasted salsify, zucchini and French beans.
— Eric B. LeVine, Chef/Partner
A Toute Heure/100 Steps Supper Club & Raw Bar
232 Centennial Avenue / 215 Centennial Avenue • CRANFORD
(908) 276-6600 • localrootscranford.com
Our restaurants offer the best ingredients from ocean, farm, and garden on their seasonal menus. As we head into winter, the ocean offers up some of our best seasonal options—from briny local oysters and mussels, to gorgeous local catch. The colder water temperatures mean a great abundance and amazing local flavors!
— Andrea & Jim Carbine, Owners
The Black Horse Tavern & Pub • Summer Smoked Pork Chop
1 West Main Street • MENDHAM
(973) 543–7300 • blackhorsenj.com
A succulent house-smoked chop served with micro spring herbs and Jersey blueberry gastrique.
— Kevin Felice, 40North Executive Chef
Piattino Neighborhood Bistro • Amalfi Seafood Pasta
88 East Main Street • MENDHAM
(973) 543-0025 • piattinonj.com
Sautéed shrimp and clams, tomato, roasted garlic, spinach and white wine lobster broth over linguine.
— Kevin Felice, 40North Executive Chef
The Office Beer Bar & Grill • Jersey “ Wake Up” Call
619 Bloomfield Ave. • MONTCLAIR
(973) 783-2929 • office-beerbar.com/locations/montclair
Sirloin Burger topped with pork roll, American cheese and a fried egg. Lettuce, tomato and onion!
— Kevin Felice, 40North Executive Chef
George and Martha’s American Grille • Sliced Hanger Steak
67 Morris Street • MORRISTOWN
(973) 267-4700 • georgeandmarthas.com
Served atop a sweet potato purée, with a wild mushroom demi-glaze and pan-roasted asparagus.
— Kevin Felice, 40North Executive Chef
The Office Tavern Grill • Slow Roasted Chicken Tacos
3 South Street • MORRISTOWN
(973) 285-0220 • officetaverngrill.com
Grilled flour tortilla, achiote spice, guacamole, queso fresco, cilantro and lime.
Arirang Hibachi Steakhouse • Pan Seared Scallops
1230 Route 22 West • MOUNTAINSIDE
(908) 518-9733 • partyonthegrill.com
Most guests think to visit us for an unforgettable hibachi meal, but we offer amazing traditional Japanese style dishes such as the pan seared scallops, served with a edamame purée, truffle scented greens, miso lime dressing and bok choy. We also offer the freshest sushi in the area.
Daimatsu • Grilled Oyster
860 Mountain Ave. • MOUNTAINSIDE
(908) 233-7888 • daimatsusushibar.com
Fresh jumbo Pacific oyster grilled with homemade miso sauce, fried northern puffer fish marinated in light ginger soy coated in potato starch and deep fried crunchy veggie on the side.
— Momo, Chef
Publick House • Shepherd’s Pie
899 Mountain Ave. • MOUNTAINSIDE
(908) 233-2355 • publickhousenj.com
Our Shepherd’s Pie is an authentic homage to our Irish roots. The slow braised lamb is so tender it practically melts in your mouth. The meat is mixed with fresh herbs and vegetables, creating a stew of rich, warm flavors. Topped with garlic potato puree and browned until crispy, it pairs beautifully with a pint of craft beer.
— Danilo Ayala, Executive Chef
Luciano’s Ristorante & Lounge • House Made Mafalda Pasta Inverno Style
1579 Main Street • RAHWAY
(732) 815-1200 • lucianosristorante.com
Our goal is to give our guests a pleasurable dining experience, with fresh ingredients and personable service in a beautiful Tuscan décor complete with fireplaces. Our house-made Mafalda pasta features slow-braised artichoke crowns, cippolini onions and oven-dried tomatoes in a saffron cream broth. Luciano’s is available for dining and private parties of all types.
— Joseph Mastrella, Executive Chef/Partner
Morris Tap & Grill • Grilled Brined Pork Chop
500 Route 10 West • RANDOLPH
(973) 891-1776 • morristapandgrill.com
With the turn of the season we always change and add to our menu. We use local product to support area farmers and create seasonally to keep the menu at the peak of freshness. Grilled brined pork chop with roasted acorn squash and BBQ-dusted potato tots, maple garlic glaze.
— Eric B LeVine, Chef/Partner
Spirit: Social Eatery and Bar • Jersey Breakfast Bar Pie
250 Morris Ave. • SPRINGFIELD
(973) 258-1600 • mclynns.com
Get in the Spirit! Our Jersey Breakfast Bar Pie features potatoes, Taylor ham, cheddar cheese and onions. It doesn’t get more Jersey than that!
— Mark Houlker, Chef
Thai Amarin • Goong Ma Kham
201 Morris Ave. • SPRINGFIELD
(973) 376-6300, (973) 376-6301 • thaiamarinnj.net
Batter fried jumbo shrimps with a tasty house made tamarind sauce, topped with roasted almonds and served on a bed of stir-fried spinach.
— Amy Thana, Owner
Café Z
2333 Morris Avenue • UNION
(908) 686-4321 • CafeZNJ.com
Try our fresh mozzarella and roasted red pepper appetizer, perfect with a bottle of Coppola red wine. Every Friday night is live entertainment and dancing!
— Patricia Inghilleri, Owner
Chestnut Chateau • Black Seabass
649 Chestnut Street • UNION
(908) 964-8696 • chestnutchateaunj.com
As the cold weather is in full swing, everyone bundles up and likes to stay warm. I embrace the cold and use the best fish caught in the deep blue waters of our east coast. Black seabass is great whole or filleted. The flaky white meat is served with a browned butter sauce that’s garnished with capers, baby croutons, parsley and lemon supremes.
— George Niotis, Chef
Mario’s Tutto Bene • Vinegar Pork Chops
495 Chestnut Street • UNION
(908) 687-3250 • mariostuttobene.com
Our vinegar pork chops feature three thin-cut Frenched chops that are coated with Italian breadcrumbs and sautéed with sweet vinegar peppers, prosciutto and garlic. They arrive with house-made roasted or mashed potatoes. Our regulars love this entrée.
Rio Rodizio • Brazilian Meats
2185 Rte. 22 West • UNION
(908) 206-0060 • riorodiziounion.com
We offer an “All-You-Can-Eat” dining experience transported straight from the streets of Rio de Janeiro to your tableside. Each customer gets to witness a never-ending parade of freshly roasted meat and poultry. Our authentic Gaucho chefs carve these melt-in-your-mouth meats to your liking.
The Manor • Petite Filet Mignon & Short Ribs
111 Prospect Avenue • WEST ORANGE
(973) 731-2360 • themanorrestaurant.com
Our hearty petite filet mignon, accompanied by oh-so-rich short ribs that have been braised to tender perfection are ideal for the season. Add to that grilled baby leeks, forage mushrooms scented in bordelaise sauce, caramelized cipollini onions, and a delightfully-presented potato purée in a crisp potato basket and you have a taste of autumn well worth the visit.
— Vincent Raith, Executive Chef
