After deciding to exit Maritime Parc we walked over to the Liberty House Restaurant. This is only one of six from the Landmark Hospitality arsenal. We visited Stone House at Stirling Ridge last week for Brunch, remember? The Liberty House grabs you as soon as you walk in, so much that
you just might walk into the large glass doors....you've been warned. I forgot to mention that I woke up that morning with laryngitis and I sounded like Uncle Paulie from Goodfellas. We decided to go to the bar to review the menu and check the place out. This is another beautiful restaurant with an open view of the Hudson. The cocktail list offered so many refreshing choices, I recommend tasting the Liberty Flower or one of the three different kinds of Mojito. Since we enjoyed the mussels so much at the Stone House we decided to try the mussels here. They are served with fennel, shallots, baby arugula , Peppadew Peppers and a white wine broth.....Outstanding....a must have. The mussels were so sweet and tender and full of flavor, ask for extra bread for sucking up the goodness. We are making plans to revisit again for dinner, can't wait. I've attached their web site below....if you love to eat and drink you must check this place out.
www.libertyhouserestaurant.com
On a scale from 1 to 4 corks this venue gets a four
The Spaniard
Monday, July 25, 2011
Friday, July 15, 2011
Maritime Parc, Jersey City
It was a beautiful day out so we decided to take the Motorcycle for a day trip and head out to Liberty State Park. There are two amazingly beautiful restaurants located within the park, one being Maritime Parc which we chose for a beverage and to check it out. When we walked in it was like we were transported into some ultra chic waiting room. We were greeted by not one, not two but three ladies at the door... I agree in having beautiful podium garnish but too much can make people feel uncomfortable when walking into an empty restaurant. One of the young ladies offered to provide us with a tour which we accepted. The restaurant offers outside seating which has a stunning view of the Hudson and the inside is a well laid out restaurant with white chairs, beautiful wood tables and an open kitchen. We decided to go to the bar for a cocktail and review the menu. They gave us five.....in a place so "chic" it only needs two menus at the most. As we reviewed the menus we waited for someone to offer us a beverage. After a solid ten minutes, still no bartender. We as foodies in the biz decided to sit and see just how long it would be before one of the "parsley sprigs" at the door would break out from her mode and go "OMG, still no bartender". At around the twelve minute mark she came back to mother earth, got behind the bar, clearly not knowing what to say and offered us some water. Finally one of the food servers asked us if we would like something to drink. We both ordered a glass of wine, a glass of white was $12 and my red was $14. The bartender finally showed up just in time to present us with the check. My winebeau and I decided to write this one off for now and revisit this beautiful restaurant another day. Even though I feel it has too many menus they all looked well written and have both creativity and passion. I look forward to our next visit.
The Spainard
The Spainard
Sunday, July 3, 2011
Stone House at Stirling Ridge, Warren NJ
Hello my fellow foodies. Happy 4th of July to all. Hope you're enjoying this rainy day holiday as much as I. I actually had a beautiful day planned with my winebeau to take a nice bike ride to Liberty State Park and maybe hit the State Fair at the Meadowlands but alas we awoke to rain. So we revised our plan, checked the R&D journal and found a spot for brunch.
Amazing to me when checking the Stone House website how our original destination at Liberty State Park also homes the restaurant Liberty House which is owned by the same proprietors of the Stone House located just 15 minutes from my new pad. The Stone House is just what it says, an "old stone house" that you might find on a farm yet updated and classic. When you enter the front doors there is a great wine room to your left, completely visible, small but tall and gorgeous.
We decided to start off our adventure at the bar for a cocktail. The Bartender of course offered Bloody Mary's which I agreed to sign up for. "Spicy?" he says. I say "of course". My companion looking at me going "who are you?" (I never drink vodka but do like cocktail sauce which is how this one came out). Winebeau had a champagne sangria that the Bartender recommended and so good had another. When we asked to be seated the Hostess inquired whether we wished to sit close to the Jazz trio that was playing or a little further away. We chose further away which was wise because they really rocked it out. Nice touch for a Sunday breakfast.
We were presented with a bread display that consisted of all miniature breakfast breads such as scones, muffins, nut bread and corn bread with a delicious homemade berry preserve. We started off with the Prince Island Mussels Fra Diavlo. There were sweet and spicy but not too much. The tomato broth was perfect for dipping with the ciabatta garlic bread provided. We asked not to have our next course rushed and we were assured that they don't do that here. We couldn't even eat all the mussels (must have been close to 3 dozen) and moved on. I had the Eggs Benedict. They have five varieties to choose from but I stuck with the classic style. Every restaurant who does Sunday brunch serves Eggs Benedict but to do them well is an accomplishment, to do them perfectly is an achievement. We also ordered the crabcake sandwich. It was petite but flavorful and loaded with crab. Alongside were frites and a micro green salad. The wine list was plentiful offering 1/2 bottles as options very rarely seen and perfect for brunch. Upon leaving we walked the complex and discovered a wedding taking place in a reception area located behind the bar/lounge. I would imagine there was a banquet room beyond that.
The restaurant has a porch with dining available as well as a huge patio area that unfortunately was closed today. We also saw two private dining rooms for small parties. When we drove out we went around the back and discovered the Chef's garden. Even more impressed was I.
On a scale of 1 through 4 I give this one 4 corks. We can't wait to go back for dinner and sit outside. Ask for Heather when you go, she was a great server. Website attached below. Talk with you soon.
The Spainaird
www.StoneHouseAtStirlingRidge.com
Amazing to me when checking the Stone House website how our original destination at Liberty State Park also homes the restaurant Liberty House which is owned by the same proprietors of the Stone House located just 15 minutes from my new pad. The Stone House is just what it says, an "old stone house" that you might find on a farm yet updated and classic. When you enter the front doors there is a great wine room to your left, completely visible, small but tall and gorgeous.
We decided to start off our adventure at the bar for a cocktail. The Bartender of course offered Bloody Mary's which I agreed to sign up for. "Spicy?" he says. I say "of course". My companion looking at me going "who are you?" (I never drink vodka but do like cocktail sauce which is how this one came out). Winebeau had a champagne sangria that the Bartender recommended and so good had another. When we asked to be seated the Hostess inquired whether we wished to sit close to the Jazz trio that was playing or a little further away. We chose further away which was wise because they really rocked it out. Nice touch for a Sunday breakfast.
We were presented with a bread display that consisted of all miniature breakfast breads such as scones, muffins, nut bread and corn bread with a delicious homemade berry preserve. We started off with the Prince Island Mussels Fra Diavlo. There were sweet and spicy but not too much. The tomato broth was perfect for dipping with the ciabatta garlic bread provided. We asked not to have our next course rushed and we were assured that they don't do that here. We couldn't even eat all the mussels (must have been close to 3 dozen) and moved on. I had the Eggs Benedict. They have five varieties to choose from but I stuck with the classic style. Every restaurant who does Sunday brunch serves Eggs Benedict but to do them well is an accomplishment, to do them perfectly is an achievement. We also ordered the crabcake sandwich. It was petite but flavorful and loaded with crab. Alongside were frites and a micro green salad. The wine list was plentiful offering 1/2 bottles as options very rarely seen and perfect for brunch. Upon leaving we walked the complex and discovered a wedding taking place in a reception area located behind the bar/lounge. I would imagine there was a banquet room beyond that.
The restaurant has a porch with dining available as well as a huge patio area that unfortunately was closed today. We also saw two private dining rooms for small parties. When we drove out we went around the back and discovered the Chef's garden. Even more impressed was I.
On a scale of 1 through 4 I give this one 4 corks. We can't wait to go back for dinner and sit outside. Ask for Heather when you go, she was a great server. Website attached below. Talk with you soon.
The Spainaird
www.StoneHouseAtStirlingRidge.com
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