House Of 'Que at the American Dream Reviews Summary

Category: Barbecue restaurant

Address: 1 American Dream Wy Level 2 - Space A200, East Rutherford, NJ 07073, USA

Phone: +12014024881

Rating: 3.1
based on 137 reviews.

Food Quality

Pros:

  • "The food was tasty and the service was top notch."
  • "Our server Daquane’s knowledge of different whiskeys, rums, and other spirits was exceptional."
  • "Food was very tasty and fresh. Ordered the chipotle wings as an appetizer, 1 lb brisket as an entree."
  • "The food was incredible it was my first time coming into a smoke house and the Brisket blew my mind with their house made barbecue sauces."
  • "The ribs, brisket, and sausage was amazing balls."
  • "Everything was cooked and prepped how we wanted it exactly. Price was a little high, but good atmosphere and service was incredible."
  • "The brisket nachos were excellent."

Cons:

  • "The sides were great, but the chicken we ordered came incredibly dry and not properly seasoned."
  • "The chicken was dry and pink inside."
  • "The “pulled pork” sandwich was anything but pulled! It was small cubed pieces of dry pork."
  • "Brisket was bland, chewy, and cold."
  • "The brisket and chicken were dry."
  • "The food, however, was unseasoned, bland, and dry."
  • "The pork belly and wings were edible and ok. The brisket was so dry it was basically inedible."

Service

Pros:

  • "The service was prompt and friendly."
  • "Service was friendly and they were very helpful and took their time to explain the success that were on the table."
  • "Our waitress was lovely. Recommended great items and was very friendly."
  • "Each time we have gone, service is always nice and very helpful with recommendations (Shea and Sam are awesome!!!)."
  • "The server was great."
  • "Service from Sara was great and we will definitely be coming back with the family."
  • "Service was great! Friendly & helpful people."

Cons:

  • "No one came over to officially apologize I would have thought a manager or the chef but none."
  • "Our waitress missed a couple of requests."
  • "Service not great rushed in and out."
  • "Worst service I’ve seen in a long time."
  • "Staff huddles together instead of cleaning or taking care of customers."
  • "The waiters service really sucked."
  • "The server was never seen again."

Atmosphere

Pros:

  • "It is a bit loud in there due to their music but it is quite enjoyable."
  • "The décor was a contemporary, exposed-ceiling, semi-dark industrial sports bar with numerous flat-screen TVs and country music throughout."
  • "Happy to have this place as a dine-in option for American Mall shoppers."
  • "The atmosphere was a cool vibe to watch some sports."
  • "We loved the atmosphere and setup of the restaurant."
  • "The atmosphere was very welcoming."
  • "With giant TVs places everywhere near the bar area, this place is actually amazing to watch a game."

Cons:

  • "Like ur in a nightclub or something and people are shouting to talk to each other at the same table. TOO LOUD!!!"
  • "The music was very loud and heavy bass like a club. Not great for kids."
  • "There are no vegetables on the menu at all."
  • "The only thing that was ok was the Cheese Quesadillas."
  • "The bbq baked beans were the hottest item on the table absolutely lacked luster."
  • "The Mac and cheese badly needed salt and also tasted weird."
  • "The salad was awful."

Pricing

Pros:

  • "Great prices overall especially with the happy hour menu."
  • "Reasonably priced for the area."
  • "Friday night has extended happy hours and cheap margaritas."

Cons:

  • "Prices here are expensive and very very high."
  • "They charge a credit a transaction fee if you pay by credit card without disclosing it on their menu or anywhere in the restaurant."
  • "But for the price, we aren’t so sure it was worth it, so we won’t be back."
  • "Overall, great place but a bit on the pricy side."
  • "Portions are small and they charge expensive!"
  • "Very pricey for what you actually get."
  • "Overpriced and bland food."

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