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Listen here, I had to think long and hard about writing a review, especially one that was not going to be very flattering. However, after speaking w/quite a few people (most of whom had a similar experience w/OMG), I decided to share my experience w/full transparency. So let's get to it...my experience was downright HORRIBLE! Let me explain as best I can w/o being too lengthy (if that's possible). Ok, I am a foodie, and will travel anywhere for good food/service. My family also owned a restaurant so I totally understand what it takes to make a restaurant successful. W/that said, from the moment I walked in people were complaining about the wait. U could literally cut the tension in the air w/a knife. Now, I don't mind waiting because good food takes time...so I'm ok w/that. However, many of the people did not feel the same way. They may have ordered 1 or 2 small things and had to wait nearly an hour...so they were very upset. When I finally get to the register I asked if they had real or imitation crab meat. The young lady (who was great) said she did not know and to let her ask (which was the appropriate thing to do). A little guy w/dreads gave her attitude when she asked the question. So I then asked, and he replied that it was real crab meat. Now I am starting to get annoyed because the bad customer service reviews that I read prior to going are starting to show face. I finally place my order and go wait outside. While outside many of the people going in and out are complaining about either the wait or the service...I mean mostly everyone (no exaggeration). People who left and came back nearly an hour later still found that their food was not ready. One older lady ordered 2 items but they only gave her one and made her wait for the other. Why not have both ready at the same time? That didn't make sense! Anyhow, the elderly woman also mad because people who had come in and ordered way after she did, got their food first. She was not happy, to say the least. So I would go back and forth between the waiting area and outside so I could check on my food. One time doing so, the little guy w/the dreads was mumbling and no one knew what he was saying. He looked my way and I didn't respond because I had no clue what he was saying. Finally, we realized that he was calling a name (which no one understood). He then turns to the owner and makes some seemingly unprofessional comments, and they both start giggling like school kids. It was very disrespectful as well as a complete turn-off. Then, they turn on the music (gangsta rap w/the curses), and blast it like they're in a club. People couldn't hear u before, so y would u would blast music now. As the music blasted, the owner was putting on an all out concert. How can u sing, rap and dance over people's food while ur cooking....and it's super hot in there? So now it's ok to spit and drip sweat in people's food? Unbelievable! So as I sit there staring at them, they continue to mumble things about me (I assume). Because I was not happy by any means. I was sitting w/a few ladies and they were appalled w/the service and behavior as well. One said she and her husband experienced the same thing a few days earlier, and the other lady said she'd never come back. When I finally got my food (after 40 plus minutes or so), I noticed that my container was very messy. They just throw U a bag to bag ur own food, and when some people told me to check how it looked....I was mortified. My food looked nothing like the pictures...i mean nowhere close. I was on 🔥! I will post pictures so u guys can see what i'm talking about. Also, when the guy brought my food up he said to the owner, this is his...which really disturbed me. If he was cooking, how did he know what I ordered? Did u purposely mess up my food or do something to it? And I'm not implying that he or anyone did. However, when have such poor customer service, people are cussing and acting inappropriately, it makes u think the worst. In closing, I want them to succeed but they have to do better. Extremely disappointed!
TRIPLE THREAT BRANDTRIPLE THREAT BRAND
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I recently had an unfortunate experience at OMG Restaurant that I feel compelled to share. As someone who actively supports Black-owned businesses, I was disappointed by the level of service and food quality I encountered during my visit. I waited over an hour for my order, which consisted of chicken and French fries topped with cheese. Given the simplicity of the dish, I had high expectations. However, when my food finally arrived, it was cold and clearly mishandled. To my dismay, the owner touched my fries with bare hands, which is concerning from a hygiene perspective. The fries were then hastily dropped back into the fryer, resulting in a burnt and unappetizing meal. While I tried to remain understanding, this experience highlighted significant areas for improvement. It appears that payment in advance is a policy to avoid refunds, which adds to the frustration. Additionally, the lack of professionalism demonstrated by the staff, particularly in terms of food safety and cleanliness—such as not wearing hairnets—raises serious concerns. I believe this situation could serve as a valuable teaching moment for the establishment. It is imperative for restaurants to prioritize hygiene and customer service to ensure a positive dining experience. I did not consume the food and hope that management will take steps to address these issues for the benefit of future customers.
Ishmael HeggsIshmael Heggs
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Here's an honest review. I saw an Instagram video about this place and wanted to give it a try. So I visited on August 31st. I purchased the crabmeat deep fried corn, a seafood cheesesteak sub, and a Philly cheesesteak sub for a total of $39.45. There was a wait about 15-20 mins, which wasn't terrible. The food was good, but not good enough to have me return for a 2nd time. I enjoyed the deep-fried corn even tho there was plenty of shell in the crabmeat. What helped with my decision not to return was the owner's demeanor & interaction with me (a paying customer). I originally thought he was intoxicated due to his slurred speech, but I didn't smell any alcohol. He was speaking extremely loud, drowning out the lady behind the counter calling orders. There's no seating, so I'm standing along the wall with other customers waiting for my order. He announced out loud to no one in particular that Good Morning America emailed him & that he was about to be rich. So, after I received my order and I'm heading out to my car (still talking to a friend on the phone), this ridiculous guy said to me,'You on the phone? I thought you were Crazy!' This is the guy who's receiving a lot of support from his community, and this is his reaction to be out in public clearly high off some narcotic and talking foolishness to someone supporting his business. 👎🏼
Dawn Woody-PoitraDawn Woody-Poitra
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See this is why it’s so hard to support my own ! I ate here before few months back and had a seafood sub it was aight but I didn’t like the yum yum sauce all over it because I don’t like cheese on seafood .. however I go back today to give it another try the fries and chicken are soaked in grease the chicken was fried in fish grease and I see that it was overly seasoned which I thought was a good thing because I love my food seasoned I bit into it and the meat smelled like it was going bad before cooked which probably explains all the seasoning some restaurants does this thinking people won’t notice and only taste the seasonings . Wasn’t a really bad smell but I know the difference and after trying the food I look in the bag to wipe off all the grease off my fingertips no NAPKINS ! It grinds my gears when restaurant’s don’t put napkins or utensils in the back some places now say “ OH YOU HAVE TO ASK FOR IT! ) smh . HOWEVER THIS JUST MY EXPERIENCE THEY SELL PLENTY OTHER FOOD WHICH MAY BE GOOD AND OTHERS IM SURE HAD A BETTER EXPERIENCE. But BABY THIS CHICKEN AND FRIES IS A NO! For me!
shonda grahamshonda graham
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The food at the establishment I visited was extremely displeasing. Upon arrival, I inquired about the availability of the oxtail hero and oxtail fries, only to discover that none of the items I desired were in stock. Consequently, I opted to order the seafood platter instead. Regrettably, the preparation of the shrimp and meat on the platter seemed to involve an excessively intense chopping, akin to blending them. The resulting taste of the food was unpalatable, and I would strongly advise against patronizing an establishment that sources frozen fish and shrimp which maintain a distinctly frozen quality, likely stemming from prolonged storage in sealed packaging. I warn anyone who's traveling from a long distance to disregard going to this place. Don't waste your time.
Rodney LongRodney Long
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Customer service can really make or break someone’s whole experience. With that being said I did not let the bad manner woman that was running the register ruin my chance at giving this IG famous restaurant a shot. I ordered a seafood cheesesteak because their viral oxtail cheesesteak was not available. If you have seen their IG im expecting a big, loaded cheesesteak. Instead we received skimpy cheesesteaks and my bf’s cheesesteak had little hairs in the platter. I was so disappointed because I really wanted to make this a regular spot. The wait wasn’t that long because we got there before the lunch rush. The food did taste amazing that’s why I’m giving 3 stars. But this business has to step it up because this really could be a 4/5 star establishment and experience.
Antonett JohnsonAntonett Johnson
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Nearby Attractions Of Oh My Goodness Restaurant & Catering
The Home Depot
West Side Park
West Side Park
Memorial Park
Clinton Plaza
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Discount Food Market
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Memorial Park
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Basic Info
Address
610 1/2, 610 Springfield Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
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(862) 902-6553
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omgsrestaurant.com
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4.1
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attractions: The Home Depot, West Side Park, West Side Park, Memorial Park, Clinton Plaza, Deedee African Hair Braiding, Ecowest Food Market, Chrisma Braids, Discount Food Market, DB-LOGiT, restaurants: D & J Country Cooking, Golden Town Seafood Restaurant, 9ja Buka Restaurant, The Weekend Spot Restaurant, R'SZN Caribbean Jerk Center, Mercedes & Mink, Fernandez Restaurant, Kwok Ping Restaurant, Salim's Hot & Tasty, Wing Noon
