Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Linden

It’s always an amazing experience at The Garlic Rose. They have unbelievable service and food consistently. I’ve never been disappointed in all my years dining here. I’d highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a fantastic meal out.

Outstanding experience all around, delicious food, and excellent and very professional servers. Highly recommend and we’ll be back!!

From start to finish everything was delicious! My absolute favorite appetizer is the calamari, always have to order extra because everyone fights over it! The fried zucchini chips are perfectly crisp and we enjoyed the zucchini flower appetizer special which was equally delicious! The meatballs were spectacular as always. When it came to the dinner we all had a hard time choosing our entrees because the variety of options were better than the next so we decided on getting all different options to enjoy. The short ribs were tender and juicy a perfect treat on a cold evening accompanied by a wonderful Pinot noir. The branzino was cooked to perfection , light and fresh especially after all the amazing appetizers it was a perfect dinner option! We also thoroughly enjoyed the linguine vongole, a phenomenal classic chicken parmesan and squash ravioli. Although we were quite full, we couldn’t resist the desert menu particularly the churros and irresistible banana bread pudding! We can’t wait to return to this family favorite restaurant! Well worth the trek from Westchester New York !

A stylish gem located in a strip mall. Drinks were imaginiative without being crazy, food was very good, except for the overcooked brussels sprouts. Staff were friendly and attentive.. Looks like a great place to hang out after the theater, if there were a theater nearby.

Everything was excellent as usual! I have been here on multiple occasions and the service, food, and vibe are always amazing! Also a live DJ was there playing mellow Afro beats and r&b music!