Frank Avallone
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River Palm is hands down one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had in New Jersey. From the moment we sat down, the service was impeccable. Multiple staff members checked in with us throughout the night, ensuring everything was perfect—and it truly was. The chef himself even came by to talk to every table, which added a really personal and high-end touch to the evening. As a mortgage lender who really tries to give my clients the best service, it was awesome to see a restaurant doing the same and taking pride in what they do. Especially when it is not so common these days
Our waiter was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful with recommendations. We decided to order a variety of dishes and eat family style, and it was absolutely the right call. Every item that hit the table was top-tier.
The sushi was the freshest we’ve ever had—10/10. We ordered the Andy’s Roll and the Alpine Roll, and both were absolutely incredible. The quality of the fish, the texture, and the balance of flavors were on point. You could genuinely taste the difference in how fresh and well-crafted they were.
The drinks were excellent, and the zucchini blossoms were light, crispy, and flavorful without feeling heavy. I was skeptical about the bacon appetizer at first, but it turned out to be one of the standouts—plenty for all four of us to have multiple pieces.
The chicken parm with vodka sauce was phenomenal—rich, cheesy, and packed with flavor. The porterhouse for two was cooked perfectly, and we loved that it came sliced and served to us by the staff—it gave the meal a luxurious, steakhouse-style flair. The cheesy hash brown potatoes with peppers on the side were the perfect comfort-food complement.
And dessert? The blueberry pie with graham cracker gelato was on another level. All four of us agreed it was one of the best desserts we’ve ever had, anywhere.
From start to finish, River Palm delivered excellence. I’d recommend it in a heartbeat and feel confident saying it’s easily one of the best restaurants in NJ.