Absolutely LOVE Jessica's!!! BYOB! New location in Fanwood is beautiful! Service is always spectacular! Food is amazing! The various sauces are each so different and delicious! Ty Chef Armen! My favorite are the mussels! Can't go wrong with anything... mushroom crab crepe, meatballs, pastas!!! Everything we have tried is fantastic!

Jessica's Restaurant never disappoints! Every visit is a fantastic experience. The service is attentive and professional, the ambiance is warm and inviting, and the food is absolutely impeccable. Whether you're planning a romantic date night, a family gathering, or a special celebration, Jessica's is the perfect choice. Plus, it's BYOB, which makes it even better! Highly recommend this gem--you won't be disappointed!

I had a wonderful dinner here. The restaurant is nice and clean inside, with ambient lighting that creates a cozy atmosphere. The wait staff were helpful and attentive without being overbearing. It should be noted that this establishment is BYOB. Pan-Seared U10 Scallops - Perfectly cooked, with a mild saffron sauce that complemented the scallops without being overwhelming. (5/5) Spanish Grilled Octopus - An standout appetizer. It was perfectly grilled and full of flavor. (5/5) Grilled 15 oz. Milk-Fed Pork Chop - Excellent. The pork was tender, and the cabbage provided a nice acidity, while the chorizo added great flavor. My favorite dish of the night. (5/5) Potato Gnocchi - Delicious, but the cream sauce, white truffle oil, and bacon made it a bit heavy for one person. It's a great dish to share, but it could have used a little acidity to balance the richness. (4.5/5) Pasta al Ragu - Perfectly cooked. A classic dish done well. No notes. (5/5) Classic Caesar Salad - A simple but satisfying, well-executed version of the classic. (5/5) Wood-Fired Meatballs - Average. The flavor didn't stand out, and the accompanying focaccia, which is brought out with every table, didn't add anything to the dish. The meatballs were on the small side, and overall, I expected more from them. (3/5) 10 oz. Prime Short Rib - Flavorful and tender, with perfectly cooked carrots and potatoes. No notes again--just a great dish. (5/5) Warm Molten Chocolate Cake - I would have liked a better balance between the cake and the lava filling, as well as more raspberry sauce to complement the richness of the cake. (3/5)

Incredibly nice staff. Dishes were very well prepared. Beet salad was refreshing with seasoned grapefruit and beets. Mushroom soup was creamy with a nice truffle touch. The cavatelli short rib pasta was delicious and cooked perfectly. Couldn't tell the difference between this dish and something served at Torrisi. The venison special was good and cooked perfectly. Desserts were pretty amazing as well.

I'm surprised that I didn't review this place when I 1st came to the new location back at Mothers Day 2024. Me and my besties brought our moms there for Mother's Day lunch that week and we all loved it . The mushroom truffle soup was a hit with me and my mom . We also loved the skirt steak with chimichurri sauce and the apricot bread pudding was to die for Our waitress was so sweet , professional and lovely. Actually all the staff was great Love the interior of the new place. Fast forward- I came here this past week and got the mushroom truffle soup YUM. Also tried the short rib sandwich which was good and took home the apricot bread pudding just because I was so full . I definitely recommend this place Lovely experience. It's BYOB by the way

I visited this dimly lit spot with a seasonal menu and some specials thrown in. The menu had a nice French-Italian fusion vibe. The staff was friendly, and the food arrived quickly. They kicked the meal off with some sliced focaccia. It was not bad. The ends were a bit tough, but it paired well with the mussels and feta salad we started with. We ordered the white mussels ($18) and the watermelon feta salad ($15). The mussels were Prince Edward variety, which were served with shallots, Applewood smoked bacon, fresh herbs, a white butter sauce, and toasted bread. The dish was tasty and had a unique twist; the sauce reminded me of carbonara with its creamy bacon flavor. There were plenty of thick bacon pieces, which could be a bit overwhelming at times. The mussels were small but fresh, and even with the occasional overpowering bacon flavor, it was a solid dish. The salad came with sliced cucumbers, Kalamata olives, pickled red onions, fresh basil, arugula, and a lemon honey dressing. It was well presented, fresh, and the lemon honey dressing was a standout that really brought everything together. For my main course, I had the pasta al ragu ($29). It featured Angus beef, French veal tenderloin, and sweet Italian sausage braised in a red wine and San Marzano tomato sauce. The homemade pasta was definitely noticeable, and the meat was well-flavored. It was clear the sauce had been cooked for a long time, which was great. My only objection was that there were not enough rigatoni pieces for the amount of meat and sauce. I also tried the pan-seared scallops with summer squash, risotto, and lobster sauce. The scallops were huge and perfectly cooked, tasting like butter and pairing beautifully with the risotto. Will I go back? Absolutely.

New location, same great food and service! So thrilled to see Chef Armen continue his success and welcome guests in a much bigger space that now includes a pretty outdoor area. The staff is very attentive, and detailed. Upon arrival, we were shown to our table yet my eyes wandered to another preferred table and the host noticed my wandering eyes and moved us to our preferred without any hesitation. That's service. The food is still as delicious as I remember it from the first time I visited the other location. I'm sad to see that pizzas are no longer offered. We all thoroughly enjoyed each dish - with a particular love for the crab crepe which was rich without overwhelming you with heaviness. Bring your preferred cocktails and wine and enjoy a leisurely dining experience. Well done Chef and staff!

Hidden gem in New Jersey, beautiful upscale place in Fanwood NJ with great service where reservations are highly recommended. We went for a post Father's Day dinner. We ordered Spanish octopus and crab crepes to start with. Octopus was succulent and juicy, crab meat crepe was good, felt like a more crab meat could have been added. Our entrees we had the lamb, pork chops the signature famous dish for Jessica's and seafood fettuccine. My favorite was the pasta, pork was a bit tough, lamb was medium rare and ok. I felt the meat dishes could have been made a little more flavorful , the pasta had a nice kick to it. Overall the entrees were huge so had to take leftovers. We finished with apricot pudding and ice cream. Overall a really good experience at this NJ gem, hoping to go again someday, very well trained staff.

Absolutely love the new location of Jessica's Restaurant! Such fantastic decor! Love the color scheme! New location But the same amazingly delicious cuisine and service! Our Server Grand Was delightful! Checked in on us frequently. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience. My scallops were tender and flavorful! Hubby's pork chop was so so good! Allow BYOB. This location now serves wine- Limited selection. Parking lot available. Recommend you make reservations. See you soon!