Halcyon

Best restaurant I’ve been to in a while. Wow everything was amazing down to the dessert! Will definitely be coming back.

We had a wonderful time celebrating a friends special birthday here last week. The bar area is very elegant, and we each had a cocktail before dinner, (love the espresso Martinis) The food was wonderful, they always have a lovely, very fresh oysters, which was what we started with. The Paella was delicious, and is plenty for two people. Everyone loved their food, and the service was great. We sat in the booth style table, which accommodated 5 of us easily, and even though the restaurant was full, we could easily hear each other! This place has never disappointed, I highly recommend!

Came here for Mother's Day dinner. Made reservations and was seated promptly. Our server Pete was fantastic! He was friendly, engaging and informative. I gave 5 stars because of his service pushing it up. When I asked him about certain dishes he answered right away and it's so good to see a server know the menu of the restaurant that they work in. Shows you how much they care. We ordered raw oysters and the grilled octopus appetizer. So yum. I love the little red pepper that they put on the octopus appetizer. It was definitely different and added a nice flavor to the dish. Then for entree we had the Iceland Cod with mushrooms and asparagus. It was light and seasoned lightly. Cod was done to excellent wellness. They burger was just the right temperature that we requested. The salmon with miso glaze,sushi white rice, mushrooms and bok choy was very tasty. The atmosphere was very good. For sure would come back again soon.

What's not to say about this place. If you're a fan of seafood you won't be disappointed in the fresh and delicious options available. Nothing here is lacking in flavor and the cocktails are outstanding. Came here with a few girlfriends and we had a pleasant time. The atmosphere would lend itself to a beautiful date night location. There is a private venue upstairs if you'd like to host an event there and is conveniently connected to Egan and Sons if you wanted to have a relaxed drink after an upscale dinner. If you park in the lot in the back, at Egans, you can walk straight through to Halcyon. Make a res of you're going on a peak night. Can't wait to go back.

This place does not disappoint. I had my baby shower at the Halcyon yesterday. Everything is top notch. The staff ensured everything ran super smooth, especially Grisela! I honestly want to have every life party/event at this place. The ambience in the upstairs room was so charming, comfortable and special with natural lighting and beautiful decor. The food was amazing. All of my guests raved about it while there and after.

Nice spot, had a jazz flute player on Tuesdays. Scallops and Callamare were very good.

the food was good! definitely wish they had more none seafood options but i understand! and i felt the eating are was small. overall i will return in the summer for a different vibe ☺️

Had a phenomenal experience at Halcyon. Our server Liz was beyond amazing. We had a large group, and at times we were demanding with children at our table. However she handled it perfectly and was helpful throughout the whole evening. We had a 3hr dinner at performed the whole time! Thank you Liz.

My friend and I made a reservation for 2 on a Saturday afternoon, but found that the restaurant was not very busy at the time. Halcyon is beautifully decorated as the holiday decorations remained up and lived up to the expectations of what I saw on social media. The interior is a bit upscale and there is a nice intimate atmosphere. We ordered the eggs benedict, huevos rancheros, and smashed potatoes as a side. The mains were beautifully presented, but we were a bit underwhelmed by the smashed potatoes. We found the poached egg in the eggs benedict to be overcooked with solid whites, although the rest of the dish was delicious. The huevos rancheros were pretty good in my opinion. We did regret ordering the smashed potatoes as they seemed to need to be cooked a little longer and were not very impressive.

Stopped here as an in between spot from where I was coming from to where I would be headed. I had been here once before with a group of friends and had a good time. The decor and atmosphere is nice and chill. Music not overpowering; you can hear people talking. This time I sat at the bar. The bartender was a bit abrupt and unfriendly to start. I was deciding on my drink order and he came by curtly asking what I wanted. I replied with "I haven't decided yet." He walked off. I decided to order the same thing I did last time to eat, the smoked salmon plate. This time however, the salad looked a bit wilted and the cooked portion of salmon ( you get a smoked portion and a cooked portion) was overcooked. It was dry and hard to cut into. On top of that, the bartender was quite rude to another patron sitting near me. Telling her "You came in with an attitude." When she attempted to bring his behavior to his attention. I thought that was highly unprofessional. No matter what you and a customer disagree about, you don't say something like that. All in all, it could have been a better 2nd experience without that type of service/interaction I witnessed. In all fairness, the other bar helper was sweet and friendly. Would I come back again??? Not sure. Food was just ok this time. Unfortunately because I heard great things about this place as well as had a fairly good first time here.

Came here on a Sunday with my husband. We had reservation and they took us right away. It may take you a little bit of time to find street parking so make sure you plan for that. We ordered a rainbow roll as an appetizer which was delicious. that was probably my favorite part. My husband got the filet mignon, which he enjoyed, and I got the paella, which was also great. I like how portions were perfectly sized. They didn't skimp out on the seafood either which happens a lot at other places. The spicy margarita was tasty. I got the chocolate covered strawberries as a dessert, which was a nice way to end the night. Overall, a nice date night location.

This place just gets better as it ages with time. Iliana and Marshall are wonderful people running and outstanding restaurant. DaVinci still holding down the bar brings me joy. You can come here for after work drinks, a birthday dinnner, a lively private party, or an intimate romantic experience. Also great during brunch season. In the summer the patio is the place to be.

The perfect espresso martini exist here! SO GOOD! it's not too sweet or overpowering. It's mixed just right. Chill vibes only!

Great drinks, great food, great service! The place is really well decorated. I find the espresso martinis here to be the best I've tried in all of Montclair. Even if I'm out for dinner elsewhere, I'll definitely stop in for one here.

This place is pretty big and every area has is it's own vibe. Downstairs is split between a sports bar area and a cute date spot while upstairs is more elegant. They serve cocktails so for Montclair that's a win (most places don't have a liquor license). The food is decent so overall a solid spot.

Came for brunch with friends and fam. The place is decorated sooo cute! I could definitely see someone hosting a shower of some sorts here, that's how cute and cozy it is inside. The host and waitress were both friendly and attentive. Now for the food. So we got the crab cake starter to share and the truffle parm fries, both were 10/10. Every time I go out for brunch, I always have to get the chicken and waffles. So that's where they lost a star unfortunately lol. The waffles were way too soft for me. Add on syrup and it just becomes a soggy mess lol. On top of that, the menu did NOT say that the meal comes with a sweet chilli sauce drizzle. That totally threw me off when it came because that's something I would've asked for on the side, only because all my fruits were in the chilli sauce too and that's not for me. Everyone else enjoyed their meals, especially the croissant French toast, also 10/10. Burger was average (but I'm biased because I am a big burger girl lol). Expresso martini was also very yummy. I'd come back to try something else!

I came here on a Friday night with some friends. It's a very pretty place with nice decor and ambiance but I'm not sure I would visit again. I expected to food to be incredible for the price point but it was underwhelming. The drinks were also decent but nothing stood out. We ordered the colossal crab cake for an entree but it was puny! The paella rice was also hard and the crab roll was just okay. The lamb was probably the best thing on the menu. Overall, it's a nice spot but I do not think I would recommend to my friends if asked because quality and pricing did not match.

We went to try this place with friends. First we were seated at an unsuitable table next to the bar with uneven seats. We asked to move and they accommodated us. I started with oysters: Blue Point; Dixon Point; and Beausoleil. All refreshing and yummy. Everyone else started with a Caesar salad which they enjoyed. I got the Paella which was good but a bit small in portion size. Our group ordered the miso salmon, halibut, and tuna entrees. They enjoyed these as well. The cocktails were excellent. Gin N Juice was simply delicious and I could have drank a gallon of these. Halcyon days was also a hit. For dessert I had the sticky date pudding which was outstanding. Other desserts ordered weee chocolate mousse and a meringue tart. They were also tasty. My only complaint was service was a bit lacking and the AC was not cooling it off inside as we were all a bit sweaty.

Had a reservation for two on a Thursday night. There is parking in the back behind the main entrance of the restaurant and street parking in the front. The restaurant is nice and the host was friendly. We ordered fried calamari, croquettes and the fish tacos to start. The calamari was good but our favorite were the croquettes. They were really good. The fish tacos were alright I only ate one because I was not a fan. We also ordered sushi which we also thought wasn't very good. It tasted fresh but bland. We eat sushi often and this is not the place to go to for sushi. Cocktails were well made the first round we ordered but tasted different for the second round which was odd. Unfortunately, I am in a rush to return and if I do it would be for the apps and maybe drinks.

Came here for dinner with friends and it was amazing! We ordered a lot. The plates that stood out in my mind were: seafood pizza, fish tacos, lamb, octopus, paella, and mussels. They were delish, on point, fresh, and amazing I will definitely come back to this place again in the future to hang out and enjoy its delish cuisine! : )

I really enjoyed my visit here. First and foremost reservations seem essential. You can make them Online or call. The restaurant is beautiful! Very spacious with two bars, one upstairs and downstairs . Before going I thought it would be more of a lounge but it is truly a restaurant with couches and of course people can sit at the bar downstairs and order drinks. Food was very good. I ordered the blacked tacos as a meal and I was very full. Lobster Mac and cheese was also good. I would definitely visit again. Also for my dessert I had the coffee and it was amazing. Fresh and hot.

Halcyon always has tasty oysters, fresh and served with a very tasty Mignonette sauce. We enjoy sitting in the dining room, away from those horrible twig branches taking up precious table room. My favorite is the egg flat bread, very filling and delicious. Servers are usually attentive, sometimes forgetful.

I'm shocked that this restaurant doesn't have a higher overall rating on Yelp. I went last night with my husband and we were happy with everything. Atmosphere - only saw the first floor; very cool decor; acoustics were loud Service - Tara was delightful and helped us make decisions with the menu Food - delicious and fresh! We had the fish tacos with blackened cod as an appetizer. I am VERY PICKY about fish tacos and haven't found good ones outside of San Diego. These were so good, I texted my California family and announced that I finally found great fish tacos in New Jersey! The fish was well cooked and seasoned, the guacamole was flavorful and the pickled onions added a nice crunch. If I ate all 3, that could have been my dinner. For entrees I had the red snapper special and my husband had the braised short rib special. Both were delicious with large portions. I highly recommend the fingerling potatoes and leeks as a side. So good! We both can't eat sugar so we skipped dessert, but saw other tables happily gobbling up some beautiful looking sweets. Perhaps the reviews from one year ago and prior were a reflection of the restaurant then, but it really doesn't capture the restaurant now. Just leave extra time for street parking because, ya know, Montclair ;)

First time here and I wasn't disappointed at all. The decor(inside and outdoor) is absolutely stunning and very modern. The service was good and our waitress was friendly too. She recommended we try their sangria, which was extremely refreshing. Especially, on a hot summer day. I would definitely come back!!

Wonderful evening at Halcyon Brasserie. Dinner was delicious, service was very good and ambience was lively.

I've been in years !! Like fine wine it's has aged well . The meal choices ample . Brunch could use a bit more selections. The portions are comparable for price point . Everyone equally enjoyed their meal .My bartender that day kept missing the mark . How can a classic like Cosmo go wrong ? I had ordered two cocktails both fell flat . Stick to the wine .

I'll start off by saying this place is absolutely gorgeous. As soon as you walk through the doors you are greeted by stunning decor, you feel like you are almost sitting outdoors while you're indoors as they have vines strewn throughout the restaurant. There was live music this evening which really fit the vibe of the restaurant, calming and classy. 10/10!! My partner and I got an awesome corner seat, we felt like we were tucked away. We started out with the spicy tuna roll and the tacos for our appetizers. Both were packed with flavor. The sushi was very very fresh. (I can't help myself but mix in a little wasabi into the soy sauce for that extra kick!)We also split a bottle of their Auctioneer Cabernet Sauvignon. After appetizers we ordered our entrees. My partner got the burger while I ordered the scallops. The scallops were absolutely divine and my goodness the cheesy base with bacon, that it came in, perfectly complimented those scallops. The reason I am giving this 4 stars is because our waiter accidentally knocked over my full glass of wine and it went all over the table and my arm. I didn't make a big deal about it in the moment but I am very disappointed that that happened. It took away from a very enjoyable evening. Also note to self, don't come here close to closing time as you can hear the staff cleaning up and making noise in the kitchen. It was very loud. I would come back though to sit at their bar, as it looks absolutely adorable!

Here's the deal It's. 3.5 star review ... The interior is very nice! The atmosphere on the first floor is a great place to sit. Unfortunately we got seated on the 3rd flow which seems to be more of a place for private events (just an opinion ) Service was very attentive Tuna tacos were very good Calamari was chewy and lacked any flavor Salmon dish order by others was solid ! The Cod special was very nice! Loved the broth !! However the veggies underneath were inconsistent (some mushy some raw or just blanched Parking is very tough (welcome to Montclair) I'd def try again. But I recommend asking to be seated on lower level where there seemed to be a better vibe/ atmosphere.

Deanna our server was phenomenal! Besides being very pleasant, she was extremely attentive and made sure we enjoyed our meals. She made our date night extremely enjoyable and she had quite a few tables ! Lobster flatbread, crabcakes and profiteroles were outstanding

Came here with a group of friends and it was the first time for all of us. Had some really great wines to start things off. Deanna, our server made some great suggestions for dinner. Had a wonderful swordfish and delicious lamb chops. Also had some great sushi rolls. Their endive and burrata salads were great too. All said they would return.

Beautiful ambiance w delicious, fresh food every time we're there! Great drink menu too

Halcyon is that fancy spot in town perfect for brunch. . Directly next door to Egans, this spot has nice decorations inside. My impressions of Halcyon is ...not bad. The Jumbo crab cake was meaty which I liked . What went wrong in our visit was the service . The server was inattentive she barely went to our table and was not as friendly as other servers seem to be.

Good food and atmosphere, slow service This seems to be a trendy spot with a good selection of menu items (seafood, meat, flatbread, sushi, etc). The calamari was tasty with breading that fell off the squid upon pricking...a little expensive though ($16). The Cornish hen with polenta and haricot verts was great (the truffle mushroom sauce helped to moisten the hen). The fish tacos were good as well. Portions aren't huge but they do seem to take some care with the food. We waited a long time to get our food (from ordering, over an hour) though we did get the calamari first. If you're not in a super hurry then it should be fine. There's street parking only, with some two hour parking on a cross street (Friday night). Apparently they also have a 30 minute grace period for reservations which is nice.

The scallops were a bit heavy on the "cream" sauce but looking beyond that really good. A slew of appys for just four of us. Octopus, Oysters and Sushi. Lobster and Pasta dish as well as Steak Tacos. Service was abundant and on target. Solid. No need to BYO.

The girls and I decided to meet up and get drinks and dinner. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I walked in and the really nice hostess sat me with my party. The girls slowly started to trinkle in. Our server was Ani and he seemed to be bothered every time we asked for something. One of my friends spoke to one of the managers, Chris, earlier about seating and she said he gave her a hard time. She asked the server about seperate checks because she has done it many times there before. The server said he had to ask the manager, Chris, because they didn't do that. She asked to speak to him and he came over and he said they never spilt checks. She proceeded to tell him they done it many times before and he pretty much lied to her face and made her feel like she was wrong. Not ok. We then proceeded to order drinks. I started with wine which was good then red sangria and that was not good. I sent it back to get an LIT and that too was not good but I sucked it up and drank it anyway. The girls ordered many things and they pretty much didn't really care for their food. The truffle fries was probably the hightlight of the night. The place is pricy I will say that as well and I am not sure why. All in all I didn't enjoy my time and will not come back.

Halcyon is that fancy spot in town that you take family or friends to impress or celebrate something. This is so, particularly when you look at the menu which consists mostly of seafood fare. Directly next door to Egans, it's inexpensive and more casual counterpart was jam packed on a warm evening so we were able to squeeze into Halcyon after some convincing of the hostess. My impressions of Halcyon are ...not bad. The Jumbo crab sushi wasn't bad. The Edamame appetizer had some nice spice to it and the special flatbread was also pretty good, both seem a bit overpriced though. What went wrong was the curry cauliflower appetizer. Beyond the mediocre presentation it was laughably bad. It was like someone took the bagged frozen cauliflower from my freezer, heated it up, spread some tahini on a saucer and brought it out. not to mention it was hardly enough for a single person to enjoy, let along 2 or 3. Avoid this and save $10. My steak tacos were good as was my Halcyon Days drink, the recommended cocktail here. The outdoor seating was nice and the waiter we had was pretty knowledgeable about menu...except for that cauliflower. So overall Halcyon is just alright. That's it's problem though just alright for a $$$ is not good. 3 drinks, 3 apps, an entrée and a sushi roll was well over $100. $21 for steak tacos? Again, good, but there are a few places I can think of that has that (or fish tacos) comparably good and half the price. If you're looking to impress your group Halcyon will do the trick but everything I had here, though ok, I've had cheaper and about as good or better.

It was such a beautiful warm day that my friends and I wanted to go out and enjoy the Friday night. Of course it was very busy in the area and Egan and Sons was packed so we went next door to Halcyon. Never having been here before, I wasn't sure what to expect. However, the food and drinks were all pretty good, and the service was very friendly too. I would certainly come back here to enjoy some drinks again, although the food is a little on the pricey side. I shared a few things including the cauliflower and the daily flatbread. We really liked the flatbread as it had cheese and salmon on it, almost like a pizza. Unfortunately the cauliflower was extremely small. Barely enough for 1 person and it cost $9. Kind of ridiculous. But the sushi I got really made up for it as the jumbo crab and sauce on the outside was so good. I gobbled it up! The outdoor setting they have in the back was beautiful as well. Plenty of tables and nice lighting under a big tent. I can see this place being very popular throughout the summertime.

This is an upscale restaurant with a great decor and vibe. Elegant and chic, but not overly showy. The place was filled, despite it being a Tuesday night at 7:00pm. Great service, especially on refilling water glasses! Seated promptly and sat in a nice roomy booth. Grilled oysters were fantastic - great flavors and well prepared. You get six and I could've eaten two plates myself. The Moules Frittes were also excellent, although usually it comes with some French bread to soak up the broth. But really tasty and nice thin, crispy fries. Kimchi fried rice was really disappointing- the flavors just don't go well together and the Kimchi overpowers everything making it a wet, hot and sour rice dish. Chef needs to seriously rethink this one and maybe develop a better taste for Asian cuisine. Seared Ahi Tuna was good - not the most amazing I've had, but still satisfying. Halibut was well prepared and very good. Live jazz trio was a nice touch but it makes the place REALLY loud as people try to talk over the music. All in all, a positive experience and will likely try again for a special evening out (it's a bit pricey)

The food and service here are superb. We had early dinner reservations (6:30p) and we were promptly seated. The hostess was accommodating when we asked to be reseated at a slightly bigger table, which was great because we ended up ordering a lot of food. We started with a dozen Blue Point oysters, which were super fresh and deliciously briny. They were the perfect appetizer with the ice-cold vodka martinis. For the mains, we split sushi rolls and paella. The paella was piled high with seafood, including mussels, scallops, shrimp and clams. The saffron rice was cooked nicely and very flavorful. The sushi was delicious too: the rainbow roll had small pieces of mango and the spicy tuna was not overly spicy so you could still taste the fish. My only feedback with the rolls was that they were unevenly cut: some pieces were large while others were small, some pieces were tall and others were short. However, it was such a minor detail and the service was so good, the overall experience made for a great date night.

I honestly had a wonderful experience and can't wait to go again! I made a reservation over the phone for a group of 6 on a Friday to celebrate my birthday. I asked for outdoor seating but they told me they can't guarantee that since I have a big group but they would note my preference. Parking in Montclair can be a bit hard but I made my reservation for 630 so it was a bit before the evening rush. We easily found street parking. We ended up in a booth instead of outside but I didn't even mind at all since the decor and Aesthetic inside was absolutely beautiful! The booths had barriers between each table so you had privacy which I thought was a great idea. The waiter was very nice and attentive the whole time. We ordered a good amount of appetizers Spicy salmon roll 5/5 wow and YES Cali roll 4/5 East and West coast oysters 5/5 and SO FRESH Lobster Mac and Cheese 3/5 good but nothing to rave about For entrees I got the Seafood Paella 4/5 Honestly it was good with great flavor but I didn't read it thoroughly. I didn't realize it had meat but the chunks were big enough that I was able to pick it out! The rest of my family got The Miso Soy Salmon, Classic Cheeseburgers they also all enjoy their meals! I had Brut Rose which I enjoyed and a glass of Pinot Grigio! We also got dessert the apple crumble and chocolate mousse! The apple dessert was my favorite and I think everyone else's too! With a big group of 6 the bill ended up being about $500 which not bad for the amount of food and drinks we had. I would definitely go again and check out other options on the menu !

Do not order the tuna wonton tacos it was $20 for barely any food for the amount you are spending. Food was not worth the price. For reference on how tiny it is here it is next to a water bottle

We were there for my 50th birthday. we were seated at a high top in the bar area. It was crowded and we were hoping to be in the main dining area since we made reservations and made them aware of the milestone birthday. My oysters were very good, I loved the octopus and the spaghetti lobster. The food was very good. Service was pretty slow. Had to ask for drinks a few times, napkins and so on. The sushi was good also, but I have had better. Everyone seemed happy with the food.

Excellent. The food was mouthwatering and delicious. All of it. We had friends in from out of state and we wanted to take them someplace with reliable and awesome food. We were not let down. The service was pleasant and spot on. The ambience is gorgeous. There is a flowering plant scape throughout the middle of the restaurant. Although it's not real it is definitely beautiful and well done. The bar is made from a thick, substantial marble... it really feels like a fun night out. I can't wait to go back.

We made reservations, there is a parking lot that was pretty full and metered parking. The inside is so nice, tables are a little tight but it was comfortable. We started with calamari , croquetas and fish tacos , the appetizers were really good . We also tried their sushi and it was not to our liking it was a little tough. We would return again to try their other menu options. The drink was good but we ordered a second round and it was really sour.

The seafood itself here was very fresh and well prepared. The accompanying veg and complements on each plate were more hit-or-miss. Some were too salty or rich, vs the main ingredient. But overall food is decently good. Service was very friendly and helpful. Cozy vibe where layout allows each table to have enough space and privacy.

It was easy enough to make an 8 pm reservation on open table. Our reservation was for 8 and we were slightly late because of trouble parking. We waited about 10 minutes for our table and it was obviously crowded. We ordered drinks and they came pretty quickly. I tried the grimlette and my husband some version of an old fashioned off the special cocktail drinks. We ordered two of every oyster and that's where things started taking forever. Our server said the raw bar was backed up so we waited about 45 minutes. The oysters were good, because they had lots of options. Afterwards our food came around 930 but my scallops were luke warm and his shrimp risotto lacked much flavor. Overall it seemed like they didn't have enough staff, so maybe on another night it would've been good but I wouldn't recommend it.

Solid spot turning out pretty good seafood dishes. East coast oysters vary but if the bluepoints are available definitely order them. Grilled oysters were well executed and swordfish entree did not disappoint.

Food, service and ambiance were fantastic. I'm very much looking forward to returning and trying more of the menu.

Great ambiance and the service was efficient, but not intrusive. Most of the food was outstanding. My salmon was slightly overcooked, but flavorful. Live Jazz playing. It was a very good experience. Prices are not cheap.

What a great way to celebrate our anniversary dinner! We ended up getting halibut and salmon, and loved every bite. The drinks were delicious and everything was tasty. Pretty sure the salmon was one of the best I've had. We also loved getting oysters. I most certainly will be back!

While the ambiance was lovely, the food and service failed to deliver. The menu looked amazing, but food that should be packed with flavor was missing it. I ordered a sushi roll and the halibut in Thai curry sauce - I would recommend neither. The service was great at the beginning, but our server was no where to be found when we were ready for the check.

Amazing amazing amazing! The is my third time at this restaurant and I love it every single time. I've been twice for dinner and once for brunch. Most recently, I was there for a group dinner & had such an amazing time. The grilled oysters are a favorite for an appetizer and the scallops for dinner. Drinks are always great, beautiful ambience, amazing service. I was there on a Tuesday night this time around and there was live music downstairs which was a treat. Can't wait to go back!

Beautiful restaurant lots of seafood to choose from the crab cake is delicious and we enjoyed the salmon. Everything was cooked very well. It is a little pricey more of a celebration restaurant. They have a full bar I've been there for brunch. I've been there for lunch. I've been there for dinner. Everything is always presented well. The service is very good. You definitely need to make a reservation it does get very busy give it a try I think you might like it there is parking in the back if there is no parking on the street same owners as Egan's The atmosphere and ambience is very nice. They also have a very nice Wine list. Try to go here during the week when it's less crowded. You won't be disappointed.

We arrived at 5 pm for our 5 pm reservation. We spoke to the hostess gave our name and the proceeded to tell her we want to sit at the bar. She replied, "first come, first serve. Sit anywhere." So we walked over and sat down. Only to be told by the bartender those seats are reserved. I walked back to the hostess to confirm, you said that we could sit anywhere, correct?she said yes. I then asked why is the bartender saying it's reserved? Can you reserve at the bar. She said no and looked confused. With that a rude 'manager' came over to say that certain people can make a reservation at the bar. This was not a pleasant confrontation. We exchanged words but decided to leave. We work too hard to earn our money to give it to horrible people. We left and went to Eagan and sons. After our dinner 6 pm or so, we walked by to see the bar and that very same seats we were denied were still empty. Before and after photos attached. Never again, you lost a loyal client.

great bar with great bartenders as far as the rest of the restaurant from the waiter to the manager to the owner all have bad attitudes food is ok not worth the $$$

This past Friday evening my wife and I ventured out with 7:30 dinner reservations for Halcyon in Montclair, another foodie location we would check off of our Go-To List for Montclair/Upper Montclair's "Top" rated restaurants. Finding a legal parking spot was somewhat of an initial challenge yet after driving around the block a few times we finally nabbed one relatively close by to the restaurant. Halcyon, not unlike similar storefront facades, is unremarkable. However, once through the narrow vestibule, it becomes evident that Halcyon invested quite a bit in design, furnishings, and finishes. Their hostess greeted us promptly and we were shown to a lovely oblong granite-like table that could have easily accomodated 6 guests. Once we had our drinks, we began to look around more closely at the interior. Tables, other than the booth-like ones we were seated at, were spaced a favorable distance apart. A center planter-like divider separated the bar area from the main dining room and was adorned with rustic foliage one might find in an English garden, quite a nice touch. All was going well until our orders began to arrive. First, my Pigno Grigio was poured from a pre-measured tumbler; clearly, the bar made certain that my wine glass would only show half full, an early indication of cost savings measures. Then, my App arrived. This was shown as "The Colossal Crab Cake". Much to my surprise, the crab cake was approx 2-1/4" in diameter X 3/4" high, not nearly as large as characterized on the menu, another disappointment. Additionally, restaurant photos of "popular dishes" includes pics of their crab cake which are not representative of what is served. My wife decided to pass on an App and ordered the Lamb Shank. This particular dish is not usually served with pasta yet, again, it appeared that the lamb had been cut into small bite-sized portions giving the impression that cost could have been the deciding factor in preparing it as opposed to presenting the dish with the (entire cut) of lamb as the focal point. The lamb was buried under a mound of ribbon shaped pasta which prevented the lamb from being the "star" of this dish. [Note that during our wait for having our dinner served, we had to ask for bread which was then brought to our table.] My Main consisted of the Blackened Swordfish. Frankly, I was very disappointed with the presentation and the portion. First, the swordfish itself was clearly cut into a small, pie-shaped slice, adorned with veggies. Given the fact that Halcyon is primarily a seafood restaurant, I found this to be unusual. Again, although I can appreciate the artistic nature of the Chef's skills, I am not one to invest in Art during dinner as having the fish served in a somewhat unrecognisable manner does not justify it's price point. Ambience: At around 8 pm, all tables were occupied. We then noticed an elevated area that appeared to be available for guests as well. Around this time, the level of vocalisation was over the top which made it difficult to carry on a conversation with one's partner. Adjacent guests both in back and in front of us (in booths) had their voice levels over the charts which made Halcyon appear to be more of a corner bar than that of an upscale restaurant. Price Point: Halcyon is quite expensive given the manner in which our Mains were prepared and presented. Although the overall setting was very pleasing, given the noise level, trying to enjoy a peaceful evening in a fine dining establishment was not to be found at Halcyon. [ At the time of this posting, the Lamb Shank Main was not seen on the menu. ]

Attended a work event upstairs. Oysters and Ahi dish was amazing. Service was excellent and wine suggestions were on point. Highly recommend.