LE SALBUEN, Montclair

3Le Salbuen Montclair, NJ

Le Salbuen has it all- Eclectic European dishes, plenty of healthy options, an adorable aesthetic, and the opportunity to dine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This location specializes in globally-inspired organic farm-to-table meat, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes. Their unique menu, rooted in Portuguese, French, Indian and Mediterranean influences, combines flavors that work unexpectedly well together. Le Salbuen cares to create each of their dishes with special attention to detail, both in flavor and plating design. In fact, every aspect of this place is personal, right down to the name itself (a combination of the head chefs’ surnames,) making it a great spot for truly authentic home-cooked food served in a restaurant setting. For burger lovers, Le Salbuen makes a crispy aged pork-bacon burger with cheddar cheese and caramelized Kenneth Square PA mushrooms that’s cooked to perfection, accompanied by handcut truffle fries that are ideal for any truffle fan. However, don’t worry if you’re on a meatless diet. With a menu that is half vegetarian and options like their spring mix, spinach, quinoa, portobello mushroom and pine nut salad in a homemade glaze, you can be sure that you’ll find something perfect for you amongst all their tasty options. My advice: Try the gumbo pictured on the following page for an amazing blend of diverse flavors. Price: $$-$$$