Cooking your own dinner can be fun, but sometimes your couch is calling and your kitchen is not. In those cases — it’s takeout to the rescue! With services like Seamless, Doordash, UberEats, and so many more on the rise, delivery is now more available than ever. Of course, it’s always best to order directly from the restaurant when possible to avoid them having to pay additional third-party fees. Read on for an ever-growing list of Montclair restaurants that will deliver directly to your front door.
Disclaimer: This list is growing, so if you know of a place that we missed, email [email protected].
Ah’ Pizz | 7 North Willow Street
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Pizza has been a staple delivery option since delivery started, but regular pizza is no comparison to this wood-fired brick oven pizza. But, if pizza isn’t a unanimous decision in your dinner selection, there’s something for everyone with the pasta, entrees, sandwich menus, and more.
Ani Ramen |401 Bloomfield Avenue
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With eight different locations around New Jersey, Ani Ramen has made a name for itself in the ramen game for a reason. With a menu full of ramen, bao, large plates, don duri bowls, and sides, there is a variety of food for everyone.
Elyssia’s Kitchen | 190C Bloomfield Avenue
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Two words: Dessert Dumplings. Of course, Elyssia’s has a lot of savory dumpling options (both potstickers + boiled), soup dumplings, wontons, and other assorted Chinese appetizers and entrees as well.
Empanada or Nada | 454 Bloomfield Avenue}
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This punny name is just the start of pleasant surprises as Empanada or Nada. Cooking up both sweet and savory empanadas, all empanadas are baked and stay fresh during delivery. The toughest choice will be to get 6, 12, or 24.
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Hunan Taste | 4 Alvin Place
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On top of the full Chinese food menu, you’ve come to expect, Hunan Taste also has an entire menu of traditional dishes. Plus, the house specialties include a half or entire peking duck. Originating in NYC Chinatown in the 1970s, take-out from this restaurant is as classic as it gets.
Java Love Coffee Roasting Co. |244 Bellevue Avenue and 49 Church Street
Java Coffee Love is a women-owned coffee roasting company that serves up a fresh cup of Joe, from drip to espresso as well as baked treats. There is organic light roast coffee available. The team only works with coffee farmers who are Fair Trade certified as well as being members of the Rainforest Alliance. The coffee grains can be purchased online.
Montclair Brewery | 101 Walnut Street
The husband and wife duo formally established their business in 2014 and then moved this endeavor out of their home and into the microbrewery and tasting room space in 2018. Visit the brewery in person, opt for curbside pick-up, delivery, or grab some friends for a virtual tasting event.
Marcel | 631 1/2 Valley Road
The combination of baked goods, breakfast, bagels, sandwiches, soups, salads, and hummus plates would be enough, but add in the smoothies as well and Marcel will be your go-to for multiple meals a day. This Mediterranean bakery and kitchen deliver exactly what you need for breakfast and lunch.
Mesob | 515 Bloomfield Avenue
Mesob serves up Ethiopian food that is appealing to vegans and meat-lovers alike. The sampler platters come with over six different types of meat or veggies per order served with injera (a sourdough bread), and delivery is a cinch as each item comes in its own separate container. Plus, Ethiopian food is meant to be eaten with your hands {which is half the fun}, so it’s one less utensil to clean up after.
Ray’s Luncheonette | 99 Walnut Street
Ray’s Luncheonette has been serving the Montclair and surrounding neighborhoods for over 40 years. Patrons can find all of the diner classics here.
Raymond’s |28 Church Street
The best way to avoid the mad rush that is Raymond’s is to get it sent directly to your house. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all staples at this American eatery. With breakfast available all day, the toughest decision will be what to order off the extensive menu.
Red Eye Cafe | 94 Walnut Street
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Red Eye Cafe can sometimes be tough to get a table, but easy when the cafe brings it to the one in your kitchen. The breakfast and lunch menus are complemented by the coffee and small-batch brews.
Salbuen | 97 Walnut Street
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This local cafe and market has organic farm-to-table meat, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. With breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus available, patrons can even check out exactly which local farms the ingredients come from right on the website.
Samba | 7 Park Street
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This Brazilian eatery serves brunch, lunch, and dinner and is 100% gluten-free. The whole menu is farm to table — and now directly to your door. Did we mention the decor is stunning?!
SLA Thai | 596 Valley Road
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Luckily, the new location hasn’t affected the food or delivery, and the Thai food is just as delicious as ever. Though the website recommends the pad thai, the full brunch, lunch, and dinner menu has plenty of options.
Sweet Kitchen | 533 Bloomfield Avenue
Sweet Kitchen’s already stellar bakery and brunch menus are only complimented by the smoothie and hot beverage selections – all of which are available for delivery through Seamless. The bakery hosts all the pies, pastries, and croissants you could want, and the sandwiches come on the same homemade croissants.
Tacoria | 367 Bloomfield Avenue
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With 6 different bases, including burritos, tacos, and bowls (and Nutella nachos, because why not), this “build your own” Mexican-style restaurant has something for everyone. It even includes both fully vegan and kids menus.
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Tamasha: Modern Indian Dining | 215 Glenridge Avenue
If you haven’t found your go-to Indian takeout spot yet, add this new one to the list. Tamasha opened in February 2021 and is already making a name for itself in the local Indian food game. With a full menu including over 12 different naan bread, you’ll want to eat this one at home so you can crash on your couch feeling full immediately after.
The Salad House | 18 South Fullerton Avenue
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For a healthier alternative with delivery, The Salad House has you covered. One of five locations, The Salad House stays true to its name serving up salads, wraps, and other healthier options. Patrons can choose one of the premade options, or create your own.
Tinga | 215 Bellevue Avenue
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Including free chips + salsa with each order directly through the website, this fresh Mexican restaurant has all of the classics, including burritos, tacos, quesadillas, salads, and wraps. There are also Beyond Meat options for vegetarian and vegan customers.
Toros | 594 Valley Road
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With locations in Montclair, Patterson, and Clifton, this Turkish restaurant will bring a taste of the Himalaya Mountains right to your doorstep. Toros serves traditional Turkish entrees, hot and cold appetizers, and kebabs for a real, authentic feel.
TS Ma’s | 199 Bellevue Avenue
TS Ma’s Chinese food has always had a prominent delivery and take-out, so the delivery is down pat. A “Best of Essex” winner, the food delivers just as fresh as eating it in the shop.
Even with Montclair dining opening back up and the weather allowing for outdoor dining again, it’s so nice to have a bit of takeout driven straight to your door.
Applegate Farm: Serving Sweet Scoops of Ice Cream in Montclair Since 1848
Applegate Farm is a piece of Montclair history, and maybe your family’s too. Applegate Farm opened in 1848 and has managed to stand the test of time, becoming one of the largest ice cream retailers on the East Coast. Located at 616 Grove Street, it’s also the site of many Montclair families’ special outings, celebrations, and fun summer evening ice cream trips. As the business edges closer to its 178th anniversary, it continues to innovate and provide some of the most delicious ice cream available. Read on to learn more about Applegate Farms, a staple in Montclair, New Jersey.
The Story Behind Applegate Farms
While Applegate Farm’s story stretches back into the 1800s, its modern history really began in 1980 when Betty Vhay became the storied farm’s owner. Betty married Wayne Niles in 1991, and the two presided over Applegate for several more years. Enter Jason Street. Jason was a college student in 1991 when he attended his Aunt Betty and Uncle Wayne’s wedding. It was a casual conversation with his aunt that would set him on the path he’s been on since.
Seeing as Jason was pursuing a business degree, Aunt Betty wasn’t content to see him simply go back to lifeguarding in the summers: she had something different in mind for him. Jason spent his summers and holidays learning the ropes at Applegate.
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“[I began by] coming down in May,” Jason previously told The Montclair Girl, “by the time we got to the middle of July, I’d learned how to make ice cream, I learned how to deal with all the accounting, serving customers, delivering ice cream to restaurants in the local area.”
After working at Applegate for some time, Jason’s aunt and uncle felt comfortable enough to leave the business in his hands while they went to Maine for two weeks. They ended up buying land there for what was to be a summer home, and Jason worked 90+ hours a week.
“It was intense,” Jason shared. “You see how busy it gets at Applegate, it could be intense in the summer.” Despite the challenges, Jason was proving himself quite capable of running a business. “I got to the point where I was pretty much running the business from A to Z.”
But Jason felt a pull toward continuing his education. He drafted up a move-out notice and set out on the somewhat uncomfortable task of breaking the news of his impending departure to his aunt and uncle. But once again, Aunt Betty had something else in mind.
As Jason began to sit his dear relatives down, his uncle cast a knowing glance at his aunt, saying, “I think you should talk to him.”Instead of accepting his move-out notice, Jason’s aunt instead asked him to buy the property – a proposition which baffled Jason at the time.
“I’ll be honest with you, Aunt Betty,” Jason told her. “I’m straight out of college with college loans. I don’t have any idea how I’m going to be able to afford it.” Of course, Aunt Betty had thought of this and proposed that he take over, pay her monthly, and live in the house, all while taking the reins of the business. Jason asked a friend, who promptly advised him that at such a young age, he didn’t have much to lose, and so, he accepted the offer in 1994.
Jason took over and began building the business. He hired high school and college kids to help out, but he himself mowed the massive lawn (a four-hour task) and painted buildings. By the end of 1999, Jason had doubled Applegate’s sales.
With Applegate already having such a strong foundation in the community, Jason quickly turned his gaze outward. While the ice cream was well-known, Street wanted to make use of the farm’s massive plot of land for Montclair’s families. Under Jason’s guidance, Applegate has proudly hosted several community events, from Oktoberfest with free pumpkins for kids to beach parties for customers where Jason hauled in truckloads of sand, not to mention the famous Family Fun Nights.
The Ice Cream
Applegate Farm boasts an impressive 60+ flavors at all times. The menu serves up sugar-free varieties, Italian ices, and sherbets, with watermelon sherbet being a fan favorite. But it's Applegate’s ice cream, shakes, and sundaes that keep people coming back. Black Forest Crunch, Ice Cream Cake, and Black Raspberry are particularly popular flavors that leave customers wanting more.
The unique ice cream flavors are where Applegate really shines. Graham Central Station is a sweet graham cracker flavored ice cream with chocolate graham cracker pieces, a flavor featured perfectly in the popular S’mores Sundae.
All of Applegate’s ice cream is homemade, with some of the recipes dating back decades.“We’ve been using the same recipes for a lot of our flavors since they were written down on old recipe cards,” Jason told MG. “I still have them with rubber bands wrapped around them.”
While flavors are rotated in and out, some flavors prove to have more staying power. Cappuccino Crunch, a tasty cappuccino ice cream with chocolate-covered espresso beans, started out for a limited time but ended up in the permanent rotation. “We take pride in putting out a quality product,” Jason said. “Without our customers, we just wouldn’t be there.”
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The ice cream can be pre-ordered for pickup or delivered via DoorDash within a certain radius of the Farm. The Farm also hosts birthday parties, corporate events, and field trips. There are seasonal special events like Oktoberfest.
Additionally, the farm churns out special seasonal treats like famous apple cider doughnuts, pies, cookies, ice cream sandwiches, candy, and more.
