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UpRoot Restaurant Reviews List

UpRoot Restaurant

Uproot Restaurant a step above your typical modern day American Restaurant & Bar. A local space where casual family dining & a relaxing night out with your friends seamlessly meet.




Located in Warren, NJ, Uproot will present Modern American cuisine, with a focus on bold flavors inspired by nature and prepared with expert craftsmanship. The experience will feature frequent changes based on the proper sourcing of exceptional ingredients. The signature of Uproot is its constant evolution, and its ability to provide
a spectacular dining experience to each of its guests. The space, which offers several dynamic atmospheres and styles of dining, has been thoughtfully designed using basic, natural elements in unconventional ways, conveying the twisted sophistication of the concept.
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39 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
(39 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 39 reviews
5 stars
(6)
4 stars
(25)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(20)
  • neighborhood gem(18)
  • good for groups(16)
  • vibrant bar scene(15)
  • special occasion(12)
  • hot spot(10)
UpRoot Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"This is my second time coming here and I can't wait to go back for my 3rd time. Food was delicious and came out very quick. Everyone at our table loved their food selection. We ordered a pitcher of sparkling sangria and it was so good!! It was light and refreshing and complimented our meal."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Changes, not quite for the better

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We ate here a few times when the menu was upscale - and more pricey - and really enjoyed the meals and the ambience. Recognizing the changes to attract a broader clietele, we've been here a time or two since, and found interesting and well prepared choices. However, this time there was no entree that appealed to me so I had a selection of appetizers. The mushroom soup was just strange, the grilled octopus burned and flavorless, and the shrimp dumplings, on the other hand, were wonderful. My husband opted for fish and chips, and they were as expected. I think the appeal now is to a bar crowd, with lots of small plates on the menu. Doubt that we will be back."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 3 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Disappointing return visit

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have been away for nearly a year, so we returned to a new and different Uproot. It has gone from a restaurant that competed with New York City quality on all fronts, it now seems to have become a local bistro. All the food the six of us ordered were done well and we enjoyed our meals, but the WOW! factor we used to enjoy was not there."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

So delicious!

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I've now been to Uproot on 3 separate occasions and I'm surprised to find the food more and more delicious every time I return. It's pretty pricey (roughly $30 for an entree), which would be my only criticism. So I will likely be reserving this place for more special occasions. The menu is seasonal so it has changed since the first time I went, but you really can't go wrong. If you still have room for dessert at the end of your meal I would definitely suggest the homemade donuts! Actually, make sure you save room for dessert because they're worth it."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Hamburger

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Good hamburger - whole family loves them and sweet potato fries"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had an awesome dinner.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had an awesome dinner. The tuna was great."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 7 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The wait staff was VERY intrusive.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The wait staff was VERY intrusive. Repeately interrupted our conversations to take orders, offer dessert, etc. If they had waited a minute, we would have paused our conversation and let them ask their question."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2002
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Review 8 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice variety of very good

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Nice variety of very good food in a trendy and nice space."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2004
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Review 9 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We enjoyed our experience

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoyed our experience at UpRoot. The bar has a great vibe, but when seated for dinner we were glad to be in the back room where it is not so loud. The seared sesame tuna in wonton cups and grilled octopus were delicious, and the ribeye with kale was excellent. I would skip the salad next time, though. It was just an expensive bowl of lettuce with not much else. Service was very attentive and pleasant. We'll be back."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2010
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Review 10 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Clean, contemporary, upscale dining restaurant.
Funky entry door, excellent experience from staff.
Disappointed menu did not capitalize on
"uprooted" fresh veggies & did not offer
more innovative appetizer & small plate selections.
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Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 11 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food, a nice find.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food and service was exceptional. This was a nice find through OpenTable. I do think that is was a little pricey. The short ribs and sea scallops that we ordered were great. The chocolate lava cake was also something to end a nice evening. I say give it a try, you will enjoy the food and atmosphere."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This is the third time I've

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is the third time I've been to UpRoot, and it was by far the best experience I've had. I had the daily special scallops - I can't describe it other than to say it was excellent. The lentils they were served with were a very interesting mix - with butternut squash, cranberries, and turnips. Very tasty. The chocolate dessert was to die for."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 13 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Baby Octopus app was wonderful!

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Baby Octopus app was wonderful! Duck breast was wonderfully juicy however the hanger steak was a bit tough even when asked for medium rare. The cinnamon donuts with pot de creme was great and the donuts were massive!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, romantic
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Review 14 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good Food,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I had an enjoyable dinner here with colleagues. The food was good, but in my opinion,
there wasn't really anything that stood out. We ordered creme brûlée and it was served
in huge bowls, instead of the traditional ramekins, which made for an odd presentation. It was, however, very tasty. The staff was very polite and attentive but it became a bit much when my friends and I were talking and the waiter came over to the table every five minutes to see if we were ready to order. Overall, an enjoyable experience with good food. Fun place to go with cool decor,
I would just work on the professionalism of presentation and staff. Again, they were very polite but perhaps just a bit too attentive.
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Dined on 02/15/2013
 2010
Special Features: romantic
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Review 15 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and drink selections.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food and drink selections. Pricey, but worth every penny. Wait staff was knowledgeable, helpful and courteous. Would recommend to anyone looking for a special outing, Valentine's Day for me, or a great dinner."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 16 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food and trendy ambiance

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We've been repeat customers of UpRoot for about a year now. It's one of those places we always enjoy our evening. The ambiance and atmosphere is trendy. The food is very good. I've read reviews where people have said that UpRoot has gone downhill, but in the 8 or so times we've been there in the last year, I couldn't disagree more. We have had service issues here twice which did annoy us quite a bit, but the food and our overall experiences outweigh those instances. The burgers are one of the best around, the guacamole is absolutely heavenly and scallops are excellent (6 nice size scallops for $28!). For those of you on the fence about trying UpRoot or returning again, just do it! The food really is that good!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 17 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The atmosphere was great and

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The atmosphere was great and so were the drinks. The food was hit or miss. My appetizer was delicious but entree was nothing special. I would go back, but not order the same entree."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 18 for UpRoot Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was delicious!! Everything

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food was delicious!! Everything on the menu sounded really good so it was very difficult to decide what to order. The mac & cheese bites were amazing - I want to go back for more. I noted it was a birthday celebration when I made the reservations and it would have been nice if our waiter mentioned it. The hostess acknowledged it but only after seeing us carrying gifts with 'happy birthday' written all over the bag/wrapping paper - so just a little disappointed by that. Overall, food and staff was nice and looking forward to going back again."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for UpRoot Restaurant
Based on the average of (21) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic