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April 3, 2019 // By Amanda Alicea

Toast: The Typical Dine-in Experience

When customers arrive at Toast City Diner, they are greeted by a congested, bustling atmosphere. The diner, located at 700 Bloomfield Ave. in Montclair, provides customers with a satisfactory dining experience despite the contrasting decor and furnishing. While the closely placed tables create an intimate dining experience, the busy atmosphere causes consumers to feel too close together and a bit uncomfortable. The decor itself was outdated and dull compared to the ambiance of other restaurants ...
March 25, 2019 // By Amanda Alicea

Long Time No Sea: Montclair State University Students Struggle With Financing the Ideal Spring Break

Students at Montclair State University are looking forward to a bit of relaxation after a stressful first couple of weeks. Following record-dropping temperatures and new professors, some students are ready for a long awaited spring break. Despite expectations and excitement buzzing throughout campus, students are finding that financing the vacation may be harder than they thought. Even though people often associate the college vacation with partying and wild getaways, many students are leaving t...
February 13, 2019 // By Amanda Alicea

Ani Ramen House: A Night in Japan

Ani Ramen House welcomes customers to a relaxed environment that transports them to the bustling streets of Tokyo. The small noodle shop, located at 401 Bloomfield Ave. in Montclair, has walls plastered with Japanese newspapers and murals that instantly add authenticity to the customers’ dining experience. The restaurant, which opened five years ago, is a 16-minute drive from Montclair State University and has had great success. The dim lighting and wooden tables that are placed closely to...
January 23, 2019 // By Amanda Alicea

Kai Yang: Authentic and Affordable Thai Comfort Food

When you open the door to Kai Yang, you are greeted by colorful patterns and vivid decor. The small Thai rotisserie restaurant, located at 345 Bloomfield Ave. in Montclair, New Jersey, instantly manages to create a cozy yet upbeat ambiance. The floral patterned tables and bright yellow seats are arranged closely together, establishing an intimate dining experience. The Thai restaurant adds touches of flare by using small Mason jars as cups and adorning the walls with unique tapestries.   Th...