Montclair Magazine May 2016 | Page 67

DINING OUT GUIDE Fine cuisine in and around Montclair BLOOMFIELD BELLA NAPOLI ITALIAN 1640 Broad St. 973-338-8500 This venerable family owned-and-operated restaurant offers private rooms for entertaining, and recently expanded to include al fresco dining on the patio. The menu includes classics such as veal cordon bleu with burgundy sauce, and baked ziti with eggplant. yo ESSEX JUNCTION CRAFT KITCHEN & BAR AMERICAN (NEW) 90 Washington Street, 973-680-8110 This “really comfortable neighborhood joint” serves up gastropub fair in a polished, industrial chic space. yfobhg t THE ORANGE SQUIRREL AMERICAN 412 Bloomfield Ave. 973-337-6421 Hailed by a New York Times reviewer as “The most exciting new restaurant I’ve come across in 2009,” The Orange Squirrel combines the talents of a chef/owner trained at the Culinary Institute of America and a whimsical decor and cocktail menu. zfdpt PANDAN ASIAN CUISINE ASIAN 406 Broad St. 973-748-9997 A reader writes, “Elegant Asian experience...featuring authentic specialties from the Far East.” xaogrt CALDWELL BANGKOK KITCHEN THAI 39 Bloomfield Ave. 973-618-9975 Owner Petom Kochawattana makes you feel like part of the family at this authentic Thai restaurant. xaolrt CALDWELL SEAFOOD MARKET & CAFE SEAFOOD 390 Bloomfield Ave. 973-226-2031 More than 60 years in business. Fresh fish selected daily from Fulton Fish Market is served in restaurant and available for purchase in attached market. yaghrt CLOVERLEAF TAVERN PUB 395 Bloomfield Ave. 973-226-9812 A casual local hang-out that has something for everyone. yfomlghrpt DOUGH ARTISAN PIZZERIA ITALIAN 437 Bloomfield Ave. 973-226-3300 In accordance with owner/chef Ed Simmons’ food philosophy, Dough uses local, seasonal and organic ingredients. Alongside the popular mushroom and Margherita pizzas, the menu includes such savory entrees as Heritage Chicken and Berkshire Pork Ragu. y a 5 g t IL VECCHIO CAFE ITALIAN 234 Bloomfield Ave. 973-226-8889 Located at Calandra’s Italian Village. Menu