It's nice when you have a friend who knows a great local restaurant with super food. Me and my good friends and former co-workers, Russ and Ron, met at an eatery Russ had in the past highly sung the praises of, Anthony Francos Ristorante & Pizzeria (60 Beaver Brook Road, Lincoln Park, New Jersey, 973-696-0708, www.AFPizza.com). Bethany was our extremely pleasant server during our visit, patient and pleasant even though saddled with quite a few tables. She was very engaging with our good natured banter. Ron and me ordered manicotti and baked ziti bolognese respectively (each priced at $10.00). I'm not sure who finished off our entree first, but I know the conversation of good friends who hadn't seen each other for a good period made the food last longer - a difficult thing in this case, because the kitchen folks prepared these meals perfectly. Let's just say they were savored, and in a very good way. Pretty appetizing, yes?
So, visit Anthony Francos Ristorante & Pizzeria today (or soon) and tell Bethany we sent you.
Steve
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Delicious burgers and over-the-top Boardwalk fries, anyone? If "Yes!", then head over to Public House 46 (1081 Route 46, Clifton, New Jersey, 973-473-8184, www.publichuse46.com). While there, in addition to feasting on the burgers and fries -- and yes, they are really good! -- ask for and say hello to Heather, who graciously greeted and served Lucille and me during a recent lunchtime excursion. Below (left to right) are both the French dip and Mustang burgers (each $13.00). As previously mentioned, these were super. I must confess, though, that as good as the burgers were, the fries stole the show. It made this standard pairing beyond standard quality-wise.
So, this short-but-sweet post encourages you to pay a visit to this comfortable spot off of Route 46 east. Thanks Heather, and thank you Public House 46. Steve Richie has been a server with Montville Diner (4 Route 46 West, Pinebrook, New Jersey, 973-575-0326) for 23 years. What was for years a second job for him has turned into his only job in retirement. The Sears family met him when we dined post-Sunday evening Mass at a popular diner that has become a mainstay in northern New Jersey, and he served us with great kindness. We could tell that he truly enjoys what he does, and always has. Lucille selected a tuna melt minus tomato ($10.95) and Stefanie fried chicken in a basket, the latter served with both onion rings, French fries, and soup ($14.95). I, however, chose the "All-New Jersey" sandwich: Taylor ham and cheese on roll with scrambled egg ($4.95), which the Montville Diner does (and always has done) very well. The sandwich was so good, I felt it deserved a full shot.
The Montville Diner has been a round for a while, its decor inviting - and so is the service. Richie, it was wonderful to meet you. Steve |
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