“The pharmacy staff is second to none. The people there are so helpful and more interested in the patients trying to get their medication‘s then being part of some kind of a conglomerate this place is tops.”
“We recently celebrated our daughter's Sweet 16 at The Grand at Ruby Falls and everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. Frank was a pleasure to work with, and his team was exceptional - every staff member was attentive, professional and completely on point. The food was delicious, and I'm still getting texts and calls from guests raving about how amazing the party was. I highly recommend this venue and will definitely be hosting future events here.”
9:30AM - 4PM
46 Washington Street, Carteret
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“The venue is in excellent condition. Beautiful. Parking was a bit confusing. Pre-paid Parking next to the CPAC was not available to retrieve from the website as indicated on the web page. There was a guy asking to be paid at the entrance of the lot but he had no credentials (uniform or otherwise) indicating he worked there. I took a picture of him and his vehicle.”
“We hosted my son and daughter in laws baby shower at this event space and couldn’t recommend it enough. The owner was respectful, communicative, and very accommodating especially when we received news that a snowstorm was coming on the day of the event. She helped us to coordinate a new date and time to ensure our celebration happened. The event space was spacious and in a great location! We had an amazing time!”
“My brother got married here earlier this month and it was an amazing experience working with everyone at sapphire grand! The maitre ds were so helpful and on top of things, the venue is stunning, the food was delicious and everything was very well-organized! I would definitely recommend it for anyone!!”
“My wife and I love Sticks. You love everything about Sticks; The service, the vibe, the music and the patrons. Everyone is very friendly. We always feel welcome.”
“We had my daughter’s birthday party here. The kids had a blast making their paintings. There were a lot to choose from. The planning was so simple. The owner communicated everything clearly. It was such a fun experience. Highly recommend!”
“I dealt with Brenda and she was absolutely wonderful. It was such a smooth process from start to finish. When I walked in the day of the party the hall was spotless !!! That made it so easy to get straight to decorating, they give you ample time for set up and cleanup.”
“My favorite theater in the area for sure. Love ordering popcorn in advance so I don’t have to wait in line. The loungers are awesome. Super comfy and even heat your behind. Nothing comes close to it in the area.”
“The Pet Expo was fantastic. Very crowded and lots of vendors. The building needs a bit of updating, especially the restrooms. The parking area is horrendous. It's not configured well and the road needs repair in too many places.”
“I travel for work and I enjoyed my nights here. Staff very friendly and the bartender Pam is awesome and knows everyone’s order that regularly visits.. Even the people I regularly see are good people to have a conversation with while at the bar..But she make me smile?
Rooms: Rooms are clean and nice”
“literally love this place, I’m here every so often . i love a lot of the staff but kayla and june have been my favorite to be served by. they are very friendly and make this place even better”
“From beginning to End. The customer service was Top Tier!!! Sydney was so Flawless throughout my planning and the actual day!!!! And Jessie!!!!!! She was absolutely amazing!!! From my guests raving about the cocktail hour,to the Entree, to the Dessert Extravaganza!!!! Everyone was highly amazed by the attentiveness of staff and everything. Sydney thanks to you my day was an experience not Just for me and my husband Marcus. But to all my guest. I think imma be there for some events for some of my guest pretty soon. ? Highly recommended!!!!”
“Venue was perfect for hosting a 30th birthday party. The guest loved that there was valet parking.I was able to view the venue as many times as needed to make sure I had the party set up to my liking.The bartender was phenomenal and helped with all of our needs during set up and while the party was going.I would definitely use the venue for another event.”
“Place was amazing we renting the outdoor for a shower . Everyone was extremely accommodating and friendly it did end up raining out our event but they easily moved us into the inside hall. I will absolutely be hosting many more events here . Thank you for your services”
“We had the pleasure of hosting two pre-wedding events at Moghul Ballroom and we couldn’t have been happier with our experience. From start to finish, Mr. Shekar was incredibly helpful, attentive, and professional. He answered all our questions, worked closely with us to create a menu that perfectly suited our guests, and was present during the events to make sure everything ran smoothly.
The staff at Moghul Ballroom went above and beyond to make sure both events were seamless and enjoyable. The ballroom itself is beautiful and elegant. Every detail, from the setup to the service during the events, was handled with care and attention.
We truly appreciated the genuine effort to make our events special. We received countless compliments from our guests about the food and service. We highly recommend Moghul Ballroom for any special occasions!”
“We went here for Breakfast with Santa! Well, it was the nicest experience ever with Santa. It was $10 adult and $3 for children, I believe over 3 years old. The decorations made you feel like you were in his living room. The buffet brunch had just enough items to please all. Juice coffee and cookies ad well. You can take all the photos you want with no rush. The tables were large for whole families and Santa could not have have been any better. Maybe next year Mrs. Santa too? We took family photos with Santa as well as just the kids. It was a most enjoyable morning about 2 hours. It is not easy if handicapped. There is stairs to go down and no room for walker or wheelchair. Plenty of parking. Oh, and Santa arrived by fire engine. Really a great experience. I highly recommend. I believe you have to call a head to make reservation but no money was required prior. There was a fifty fifty raffle as well.”
“What a treasure to have this carousel right here on Staten Island. The staff was so excited to see my 20 year old Multiple Ride Voucher (and yes, still good!). It was a $20 value for 20 rides back then, the current price is $50, it's a good deal if you have a few kids or visit the park frequently.
On that note...sad to say the adjoining playground is awefully rundown (maybe I'll do a separate review). Willowbrook Park is still nice for a stroll around the pond (or is it a lake..no swimming! And fishing requires a permit).
Back to the carousel....the ride is beautifully decorated with Staten Island landmarks and ride-on animals (both static and moving animals are available). The "ride-ons" include the traditional horses, wild animals, and a few fantasy creatures. If climbing is an issue there's an accommodating sit down feature with benches (not saddles).
Fair warning; there is a souvenir stand and ice cream treats freezer on the site. So if you have a child who "has to have or else" bring some extra cash (and napkins or wipes). Free baby tip: we brought a baby spoon from home (for the ice cream, and they don't have cups! On a stick variety or the sandwich kind) because I didn't wan't to use a plastic spoon (if they had?), sometimes those have sharp edges.
Parking near the carousel is limited. If the lot is full, drive past the carousel to the picnic side parking.
Anyway...go and enjoy!
(Look for the old ticket vouchers on display inside the ticket booth)”
“We had my daughters Sweet 16 here in March. The Hall is very nice and spacious. The staff was amazing ! Everything ran very smooth. The caterer they use was also incredible, our family and friends all had nothing but positive things to say.”
“Fun and convenient. Very close to our neighborhood. They offer trainers and clinics for all ages. Our eight year old participates in the clinics and loves to go there recreationally as a family adventure.”
“I had my wedding back in September 2023 and they were so accommodating. The place it’s very clean and very spacious. We had the time of our lives. Thank you to Solange and the staff for taking care of all our needs. ?”
“My kids attended a party here a few weeks back. They had great crafts for the kids to do, had snacks and drinks for them, had fun games, and they were even able to get ice cream right downstairs when the event was over. The studio itself is awesome. There’s a lot of great art to appreciate and buy.”
“While Bev & Wally's Arcade is not necessarily the largest arcade you will find along the shore, or Central New Jersey for that matter, it is really a great, family friendly venue that offers a good amount of entertainment for adults and children alike.The arcade is right off the main thoroughfare that runs right along the shore which may make parking a bit tricky during beach season, however during off season (when we went), you can arguably park right in front of the arcade without much issue.The arcade contains mostly redemption games - games that reward tickets usually based on the skills of the player, which in turn can be redeemed for prizes. There are a handful of claw machines and several string cutting games that offer generous prizes (PS5s and like-value). There are also a few pay-to-win games that will generate a prize every time. There is a vast selection of redeemable prizes which is of decent quality making your gaming experience worthwhile.If you're wondering, I've been told that the ownership of The Game Room and Bev & Wally's have been consolidated, however the two are not physically connected, and at present time (last quarter 2023, first quarter 2024) the Game Room is closed for renovations, I believe.The staff that works at Bev & Wally's Arcade are incredibly friendly and kind. The one's we've interacted with are truly about the experience of the children. Bev & Wally's Arcade also host parties for various occasions, and sometimes hosting fundraising events in which they offer some promotions.Overall, a nice arcade to go on a rainy day during off season, and a staple of the Keansburg area.”
6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
125 Raritan Center Pkwy, Edison
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“Had an amazing stay at Sheraton Edison!The staff were incredibly friendly, the room was spotless and comfortable, and the amenities were top-notch. The location was perfect, close to everything I wanted to see. Highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable experience.”
“Loved this place. Really good place for cricket nets .. they also have some merchandise. Conveniently located for central New Jersey cricket coaching centers.
DAS has really good trainers and coaching staff for U14 U16 and they play all tournaments like EYCL. Nice cohesive unit . Superb coach .
5/5..”
“Great place to have an event. Mr.Raju welcomed us warmly but the kitchen Supervisor wasn't pleasant and cooperative. He said he didn't know about our event so he wasn't willing to give us things we needed. I think there shd be communication between management and kitchen Supervisor before an event takes place.”
“I have been choosing the Pines Manor as a go to venue for many years. They have hosted 8th Grade Dances for my place of employment and recently hosted my daughter's Sweet Sixteen. Their prices are reasonable and the work with you to make things affordable and just right. Rose and Jennifer were knowledgeable and courteous throughout the beginning phases, and Jhonny was a great Maitre d. He was always available to assist and made sure my drinking glass was always full. The Pines Manor is pretty and clean on the outside and inside. The food is good and many of the extras that were added (Mediterranean bar, fajita station, and chocolate fondue) took the event to the next level. Thank you for making my daughter's day special.”