The restaurant was decorate for Valentine's Day very nicely. They had a Valentines drink menu with all the drinks at $18. The food was delicious. However, it's a bit pricey we ordered two soups, fried calamari, appetizer, eggplant roll a teeny appetizer, and rice ball appetizer. We got one chocolate lava cake, two coffees and two sodas. Our bill with tip was $175.
Eileen
Calandra's achieves its reputation to be a place for consistently delicious cuisine, cheerfully decorated environment, excellent service, and the bonus of a bakery where it all started in Newark. The Calandra family has reinvented its traditional bakery to other dining experiences in hotel settings that serve diverse tastes. Kudos on this amazing journey and bringing joy to others!
Kathleen
Our experience was great - food and drinks were delicious; service terrific and were able to answer any questions and the atmosphere was lively. Our first time there but will definitely be back!
Patti
After reading some comments about the service, I was a little worried. However, The waitress that we had was exceptional. She was there before we even needed her and always knew what we needed next without us even asking. As usual the bread is fantastic. Did not disappoint.
Veronica
Unfortunately I was highly unimpressed. I went for the pasta night, highly looking forward to an amazing food experience and left feeling highly let down. The food (pasta) was bland and nothing worth getting excited over.
Adina
Open Table reservation notes are not always read or communicated by staff, nor followed through into action. I kindly request a call from the principals, owners, or top management to allow an opportunity for detailed explanation.
Gabrielle
My boyfriend and I went to the holly jolly lounge and I was really unimpressed with our experience. Although we were sat & ordered drinks right away we didn't receive our cocktails for 30 minutes. We were there 50 minutes by the time the appetizer, one order of 3 meatballs, came out. By the hour minute mark we had devoured all of our bread & the three meatballs we were so hungry. Finally, over an hour after being ordered, someone brought the entrees. The entrees were okay, but the pizza tasted like it had been reheated cold pizza & was dry. Since reservations are only good for about an hour and a half an hour and 45 minutes we were completely rushed to eat and get out of there by the time our entrees finally arrived. We had several different servers throughout the night none of which knew what was going on with our order or the last time someone checked on it. I've been here before and I've never experienced such horrible issues. The only positive was one server named Jayson & the meatballs were good. Other than that save your money & go to any of the “Miracle” Christmas pop up events!!!
warner
Food wasn't good and was over priced. They didn't have enough waiters available, there was a long wait wait to get our good and our drinks. Drinks were okay, but took forever to get brought to our table.
Christine
The Holly Jolly Lounge was beautifully decorated for Christmas. Food was excellent and wait staff pleasant.
allyson
First all of the Christmas decorations were great!! The food was so good, as always! Our server was so attentive and very friendly. Can't wait to go back soon!
I took my mother here for her birthday last weekend. We were waited on my Tracy. She said that was new, but she did such a great job. She was very nice and helpful. We enjoyed the food. Most importantly, my mom enjoyed her birthday dinner and sweets at the end
Dino
The food and service was great. The grilled octupus salad was delicious as was the Mahi and shrimp. Always a great meal.
Sheikh
Restaurant is nicely appointed to have the feel and look of an authentic italian courtyard. Food quality was good and service was great. Not my first visit there and they do not disappoint.
Passport60116967521
I loved this restaurant! The bathrooms were so fancy! If you even walked into here you’d be thinking it was a dream. The food was amazing. The service was awesome. This location is recommended for couples!
Laura
We are from the Boston area. Look forward to dining here when we are in town visiting a relative. Closest thing to Italy in terms of foods and the bakery is outstanding. Every time I walk into the market/bakery I say aloud “wish we had this at home”. Recommended highly!
The restaurant was decorate for Valentine's Day very nicely. They had a Valentines drink menu with all the drinks at $18. The food was delicious. However, it's a bit pricey we ordered two soups, fried calamari, appetizer, eggplant roll a teeny appetizer, and rice ball appetizer. We got one chocolate lava cake, two coffees and two sodas. Our bill with tip was $175.
Calandra's achieves its reputation to be a place for consistently delicious cuisine, cheerfully decorated environment, excellent service, and the bonus of a bakery where it all started in Newark. The Calandra family has reinvented its traditional bakery to other dining experiences in hotel settings that serve diverse tastes. Kudos on this amazing journey and bringing joy to others!
Our experience was great - food and drinks were delicious; service terrific and were able to answer any questions and the atmosphere was lively. Our first time there but will definitely be back!
After reading some comments about the service, I was a little worried. However, The waitress that we had was exceptional. She was there before we even needed her and always knew what we needed next without us even asking. As usual the bread is fantastic. Did not disappoint.
Unfortunately I was highly unimpressed. I went for the pasta night, highly looking forward to an amazing food experience and left feeling highly let down. The food (pasta) was bland and nothing worth getting excited over.
Open Table reservation notes are not always read or communicated by staff, nor followed through into action. I kindly request a call from the principals, owners, or top management to allow an opportunity for detailed explanation.
My boyfriend and I went to the holly jolly lounge and I was really unimpressed with our experience. Although we were sat & ordered drinks right away we didn't receive our cocktails for 30 minutes. We were there 50 minutes by the time the appetizer, one order of 3 meatballs, came out. By the hour minute mark we had devoured all of our bread & the three meatballs we were so hungry. Finally, over an hour after being ordered, someone brought the entrees. The entrees were okay, but the pizza tasted like it had been reheated cold pizza & was dry. Since reservations are only good for about an hour and a half an hour and 45 minutes we were completely rushed to eat and get out of there by the time our entrees finally arrived. We had several different servers throughout the night none of which knew what was going on with our order or the last time someone checked on it. I've been here before and I've never experienced such horrible issues. The only positive was one server named Jayson & the meatballs were good. Other than that save your money & go to any of the “Miracle” Christmas pop up events!!!
Food wasn't good and was over priced. They didn't have enough waiters available, there was a long wait wait to get our good and our drinks. Drinks were okay, but took forever to get brought to our table.
The Holly Jolly Lounge was beautifully decorated for Christmas. Food was excellent and wait staff pleasant.
First all of the Christmas decorations were great!! The food was so good, as always! Our server was so attentive and very friendly. Can't wait to go back soon!
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I took my mother here for her birthday last weekend. We were waited on my Tracy. She said that was new, but she did such a great job. She was very nice and helpful. We enjoyed the food. Most importantly, my mom enjoyed her birthday dinner and sweets at the end
The food and service was great. The grilled octupus salad was delicious as was the Mahi and shrimp. Always a great meal.
Restaurant is nicely appointed to have the feel and look of an authentic italian courtyard. Food quality was good and service was great. Not my first visit there and they do not disappoint.
I loved this restaurant! The bathrooms were so fancy! If you even walked into here you’d be thinking it was a dream. The food was amazing. The service was awesome. This location is recommended for couples!
We are from the Boston area. Look forward to dining here when we are in town visiting a relative. Closest thing to Italy in terms of foods and the bakery is outstanding. Every time I walk into the market/bakery I say aloud “wish we had this at home”. Recommended highly!
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