Avenue East — Restaurant in Cranford

Just call me crazy but this is hands-down the most traditional, flavorful, East-Asian food that I have ever had.

After an easy-going tennis practice at NSRC, and about to get ready for my USTA Tournament nearby, I got great service in blazing speeds. The staff and especially owner were so nice, exceeding my expectations greatly.

I have had a long, extended period of time looking for the right combination of Asian Fusion. After going to dozens of these Fusion restaurants, I have never been amazed, really, by any of the aspects. But at Avenue East, I have finally found my designated place for Asian Fusion.

Let’s start off with the quality of the food. After my meal, I wasn’t able to speak, marveled by how amazing the meal I had was. The boiled dumplings were the perfect combination of healthy but delicious food. Paired with the shrimp tempura, I was astounded how perfect this restaurant was. Now, onto my entrée. I received chicken and broccoli from this unique restaurant. I cannot fathom or put into words how delicious it was. I think I stumbled into flavor-land. Every single other restaurant that has this entrée cannot even touch this level of awesomeness🤩. The broccoli was tender and not soggy for once, while the chicken was some of the best I have ever tasted.

After my tough tennis match at the USTA tournament, I had my takeout food ready to go, and it energized me in no time.

I have never given 5 stars on any other review that I have posted publicly to the community. Usually, most of my reviews are private, but as for Avenue East, I feel that everybody looking at reviews should see how amazing this restaurant is!

Avenue East provides the burst of energy needed to accomplish goals in life. The flavor of this restaurant is on a level no other restaurant can touch.

Many people talk of giving 10 stars is to a restaurant, but what’s the point of that? That is why for this restaurant, I...

Whoa. Call me Guy Fieri because I just went to Flavortown. I tried Avenue East for the first time this evening and it totally blew me out of the water. We ordered two spicy tuna rolls ($5.50), an eel avocado roll ($5.50), a shrimp tempura roll ($5.50), a chicken teriyaki entree ($13.95), pan fried chicken dumplings ($5.95), the buddha's feast entree ($9.50), and the house lo mein ($9.95). Pretty much all of it was excellent and I have no complaints.

I have to start by singing the praises of the sushi. Seriously, it was spectacular and on par with any best sushi joints I've been to. There was a generous amount of fish and eel in each piece, and the rolls practically melt in your mouth. Totally worth it! The dumplings were awesome, too, and even though there was a sauce on the side, it wasn't even necessary as the dumplings were replete with flavor. I'd order them again in a heartbeat.

I was also pleasantly surprised by the lo mein. It had beef, chicken, shrimp... and all in abundance. Big, plump pieces of shrimp scattered among shreds of flavorful beef... I'm still thinking about it! Solid choice -- you can't go wrong.

Lastly, while I didn't eat in the restaurant so I can't speak to kitchen speeds or anything like that, I did meet Steve, the owner, and he was very polite and friendly. Really a nice guy!

I don't know what other people leaving negative reviews are talking about but I can't wait to get...

My co-workers & I used to enjoy going to Avenue East for lunch; good food at a good price. Last yr. I invited family to have lunch( a group of 15-20). We had good service & we tipped well; in & out in under 2 hours. So I was going to do the same this yr. but for dinner. When I called for a reservation, I was told 4pm was too busy; 3pm would be better. When I called back to confirm, a very combative young lady answered saying my size party typically stays 3-4 hrs. I said we'd prefer 2 hrs & she giggled condescendingly and replied "no that won't happen". She lectured for me to make sure my entire party is on time??? (Last year only 3 people arrived later but we didn't extend our time). She kept going! So I asked: Can I make a reservation?? I would have cancelled but I can't think of a place that's the same price range, location & allows guest to byob etc... I will come back to update regarding...