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In June of 2005 Humberto and Lorena opened the doors to Lorena's, a 9 table restaurant in the heart of Maplewood Village.
As an alumnus of the C.I.A. and a graduate from New Jersey's top kitchens, Chef Campos will be offering a French based menu inspired by the seasons.
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As an alumnus of the C.I.A. and a graduate from New Jersey's top kitchens, Chef Campos will be offering a French based menu inspired by the seasons.
97 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 97 reviews
5 stars
(73)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(81)
- special occasion(67)
- neighborhood gem(66)
- romantic(53)
- great for brunch(9)
- hot spot(3)
Restaurant Lorena's Reviews List
Review 1 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
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5
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5
Outstanding dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were greeted with a warm smile as we entered this little gem of a restaurant in lovely downtown Maplewood. We were shown to our nice table, and we were wished a happy anniversary (which they remembered from my internet reservation). From the moment we arrived through the time we left, we were given excellent, cheerful service and wonderful food, including a complimentary dessert in honor of our anniversary! Wonderful experience! Will definitely return!"
Dined on 6/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Waitstaff was outstanding , i highly recommend the halibut. It was cooked to perfection . Great little place with only 10 tables so you were attended to . Great spot if you're going to Prudential Center 61/2 miles away. Definetly would go back if I was in the area."
Dined on 6/12/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 3 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our meal was superb. It is nice to know that you do not have to drive into NY every time to find this level of cooking."
Dined on 6/13/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not what I asked for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I needed a quiet table (requested on my Open Table reservation) for 4 - turned out only 3 could make it. We were given a table In the middle of the dining room. I appreciate that we were late due to traffic, but a 4 top table in a quieter spot was paying their bill and I asked to be moved when the party left. I was told that the table was "for smaller party" meaning if we moved, they couldn't seat a party of 2 at the table. However, a party of 3 showed up and they were given the table in the quieter spot. They were gracious trying to explain, but when you request a quiet table (guest is hearing impaired) and there was an opportunity to make it possible, it was ignored. There were many tables that could have accommodated my request."
Dined on 6/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
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5
/
5
Perfection!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the moment you enter this small, intimate and warmly decorated restaurant, you're made to feel welcomed and special. Service is always excellent. We consider Lorena's one of the best, if not the best, restaurants in New Jersey and have been dining here since the first year Chef Umberto opened his restuarant. Perfection this past Saturday was the burata appetizer, skate entree and coffee panna cotta dessert. OMG - it could not have been any better."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good food. Where's our waiter.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very good food -- veal chops, skate wing, chicken. Nice dessert. Small restaurant, consequently not too noisy. Brought white wine which was not kept at table and often had to wait to get waiter to refill our glasses."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very nice--less pricey, 4 stars.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hostess was very welcoming, and the waiters friendly and professional. Excellent service!
Appetizers were very nice, but less exciting than the descriptions.
Main courses cooked to perfection...but not very interesting. Portions were beautifully presented, but small, and the accompanying dishes much too small.
The desserts were very good, except for the berries and cream. The berries were neither ripe nor tasty, and there was too little of the nice cream. This dish should have been sent back.
A few more main dishes that are meat would have been welcome--the available meat selection was skimpy.
To sum up, a very nice dining experience, but at these prices it should have more interesting, more delicious."
Appetizers were very nice, but less exciting than the descriptions.
Main courses cooked to perfection...but not very interesting. Portions were beautifully presented, but small, and the accompanying dishes much too small.
The desserts were very good, except for the berries and cream. The berries were neither ripe nor tasty, and there was too little of the nice cream. This dish should have been sent back.
A few more main dishes that are meat would have been welcome--the available meat selection was skimpy.
To sum up, a very nice dining experience, but at these prices it should have more interesting, more delicious."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
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5
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5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I have been coming here for years and always have a great experience! This is definitely one of the best restaurants in New Jersey!"
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best in NJ
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Humberto is the best chef in New Jersey. The food at Lorena's is always interesting, perfectly prepared and really at a level seen in very few other restaurants."
Dined on 5/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fab
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"One of the best outside or inside france"
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Restaurant Lorena lived up to all of our expectations for both food and ambiance. From appetizers through
desserts there were no weaknesses and the wait staff was helpful and cordial. We can't wait to go back."
desserts there were no weaknesses and the wait staff was helpful and cordial. We can't wait to go back."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dinner was amazing. Their salmon tartare, a signature dish, is truly out of this world. The amuse bouche, a lentil soup, was similarly amazing. Everything was fantastic. And it's quite a pleasant place.
That said, is it worth paying three times as much as other amazing restaurants? Heck, if you like to spend a lot of money, great, it's really fun. But I have eaten at other places almost equally amazing for a good deal less -- including lots of wine.
Wait staff was very good, certainly -- but not out of this world. And lack of wine certainly diminishes the experience.
So, you know, if you have the money to burn, this is a great place to do it, but if you want your money's worth . . . maybe not."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lorena's has its act together ..
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Sunday brunch... excellent...
Beween my wife and I, we tried most of the menu... everything perfect or near perfect..
salt/sweet balance was perfect; apricot bread pudding dessert was divine; braised beef was like a carnivore party in my mouth with herbs delicately infused therein; cream leek soup was incredible (and notably I never enjoyed any cream-based soup before); memorable food and honorable mention to waiter Glenn... everything came to our table at perfect temperature and timing."
Beween my wife and I, we tried most of the menu... everything perfect or near perfect..
salt/sweet balance was perfect; apricot bread pudding dessert was divine; braised beef was like a carnivore party in my mouth with herbs delicately infused therein; cream leek soup was incredible (and notably I never enjoyed any cream-based soup before); memorable food and honorable mention to waiter Glenn... everything came to our table at perfect temperature and timing."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Probably the finest restaurant in NJ. Unfortunately, it is very tiny and difficult to get a reservation."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and service at this restaurant are excellent. It is an outstanding restaurant, very small and intimate. However very expensive so I would save this place for special occasions when "price is no matter". We loved it"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 16 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Best in NJ!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I think Lorena's should be rated #1 in NJ!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lorena's is the most consistently excellent restaurant in northern suburban New Jersey. The service is alway nearly perfect, as is the atmosphere, tucked away in Maplewood Village. The food is consistently excellent as well. I have been to Lorena's a number of times and the only reason I didn't give it an outstanding this time is because I am spoiled there and Lorena's was out the dish I really wanted. Settling for a perfectly cooked,filet for second place, wasn't so bad, though."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Continues to be one of the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always one of the best meals you can wish for. First class service in a very elegant intimate space. Every detail is taken care of. Pure perfection in every aspect. Some of the best fish courses you can find anywhere. Save room for the deserts made in house. They will blow your mind."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Unbelievably great food and excellent, friendly service"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
everything was amazing, byow
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"everything was amazing, byow makes it that much better"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Some of the best food I have
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Some of the best food I have eaten ..."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 22 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Decor nice, but could be a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Decor nice, but could be a little better. Food and service outstanding. A little too expensive."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Simply Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful food. Simple yet precise, seasoned and cooked perfectly. The Service was also outstanding."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best in NJ
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lorena's is our go to place for a great French dinner. It's BYOB so we bring our best French wines. Not inexpensive but BYOB brings the price down. Try the Skate wing, awesome. So us the Duck, the Short Ribs, the Salmon. The soups are regularly awesome, too. We usually pass on dessert but if you have room, they're great, too."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As usual, the food was outstanding.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
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"As usual, the food was outstanding. Beautifully prepared and unhurried making one feel welcome and almost like a special guest in someone's home where nothing is too much trouble. The service is always friendly, yet unobtrusive. The restaurant is indeed fortunate to have someone like Adrian as Maitre D' both attending to tables personally and having the help of his excellent staff. Bravo.A birthday dinner to remember."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gets better with age! Fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Gets better with age! Fantastic all around."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 27 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Highly recommend it! byob
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
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5
"First I have to say that every course was delicious. We split the salad with duck confit. The dressing was light, not overpowering, and really, really nice. The waiter recommended the skate for an entree and it was all that he said it was - very good. We shared a dessert and while I am not a bread pudding fan, I went with my companion's choice which we shared. Another winner."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Lorena's is great. Without
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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"Lorena's is great. Without dobt one of the finest restaurants in NJ - if not the country.
Right up there with the top New York restaurants."
Right up there with the top New York restaurants."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 29 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Delightful, bespoke food and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
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5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delightful, bespoke food and plating. Top notch ingredients, willing to swap out garnishes etc if requested. The chef is more than willing to consider special requests if you make them a day ahead and the ingredients can be obtained.
Lorena's is one small step down from having your own personal chef. Small dining room, comfortable seats, attentive staff, highly respectful of wines brought to the restaurant. Even when the restaurant is full, the noise level is quite manageable and doesn't affect conversations.
Two specials, each recited with prices"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2000
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
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5
This was our first visit,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our first visit, and it won't be our last. Everything was terrific including the Skate wing which two of us had for our entres. Our wine was handled well by the server. That is important when you have brought a vintage Bordeaux that needs decanting."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Lorena's Is Fantastic!! the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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Quiet
"Lorena's Is Fantastic!! the service Is Fantastic And Everyone Was Very Accommodating. Will Absolutely Go There Again!!!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Lorena's offers simply outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lorena's offers simply outstanding food and service. The menu changes seasonally every couple of months. There are a handful of staples, like their incredible salmon tartar, but most of the menu reflects changes in what can be locally harvested. The attention to each and every detail is superb. It's a BYO restaurant, so make sure you bring an exceptional bottle to pair with their exquisite food."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 33 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our fifth or sixth trip, Humberto
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our fifth or sixth trip, Humberto Campos is a genius. I would lick every plate clean if I could, and snitch from other tables whilst they weren't looking. I doubt anything could be improved, saving the tile ceiling. We were so impressed with the amuse-bouche my wife asked if we could take some home - we're picking it up tonight!!!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
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5
As always, an excellent meal.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"As always, an excellent meal. Will be again soon!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Phenomenal dinner at our local
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Phenomenal dinner at our local 5 star BYO. Second night of the new Spring menu and everything was perfect."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best restaurant in Maplewood
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife and I loved it. It was a great experience! We highly recommend it."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 37 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always outstanding, which
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always outstanding, which is why it is hard to get a reservation. They serve fabulous French food and have some of the finest service around. They are very attentive though not overbearing."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 38 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I had heard so many wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had heard so many wonderful things about Lorena's before I had gone, and everything that was said is true. The ricotta cavatelli and orgainic chicken as an appetizer is a must. My friends could not believe I ate every last morsel of my entree which was skate. Save room for the orange and cherry bread pudding. Cannot wait to return."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 39 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous food, attentive and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fabulous food, attentive and friendly staff and BYOB. A fantastic dining experience"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 40 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious small French restaurant.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delicious small French restaurant. Top shelf all the way. I wish I could afford to eat there more often!"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lorena's was fantastic! The food was delicious and the servings were perfect, not too small and not too big. The service was wonderful. Because the restaurant is so small the menu only has a few appetizers and main courses but all sounded so good it was hard to choose. It's BYOB and a place I would definitely go back to."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 42 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Your place was recommended
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Your place was recommended by friends in Watchung, Somerset County, where we are from.
We were delighted to spend my birthday there. Thank you for your excellent food and
service."
We were delighted to spend my birthday there. Thank you for your excellent food and
service."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Disappointing
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I don't see how this place is still in existence. To start with I had a green salad which had to go back because the dressing was so sharp that I began choking. The venison although the meat was tender, it had far too much pepper. Prices on quite high for food like this. The mushroom soup was full of cream, not tasty and not hot. We won't be returning."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2005
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Review 44 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food as always.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food as always. The service was good, but the meal took forever with almost a hour between apps and entrees."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 45 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An excellent French/European
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"An excellent French/European experienec-great food and service--the ambience can be alittle noisy because it is relatively small..But it truly is one of the better French/Continental restauirants we have eaten in."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 46 for Restaurant Lorena's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We absolutely love this restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We absolutely love this restaurant! It was our 4th time back, but first time with a pre fix menu for Valentines Day, and it was fabulous!! The butternut squash soup is the best we've ever had. The staff there is so nice, pleasant and extremely attentive. The food is fantastic!! I feel like we're eating somewhere in NYC. Can't wait to go back!!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Restaurant Lorena's
Based on the average of (51) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
12 out of 12 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate