The Connection Warren-Watchung Edition Apr/May 2019

www.theconnectionsnj.com PAGE 57 732-563-1717 • 1979 Washington Valley Road, Martinsville O PEN 7 D AYS A W EEK , L UNCH & D INNER • R ESERVATIONS A CCEPTED , W ALK -I NS A LWAYS W ELCOME Introducing the New Martinsville Tavern Now Offering Our Spring and Summer Menu American Cuisine & Euro Pub Classics Be a guest at your own party Off Premise Catering Full Service Servers - Bartenders Chef Call Antonio for Details! Happy Hour Monday-Friday f rom 4:00 to 7:00 pm Private Party Room Available for 25-100 Guests Accepting Mother’s Day Reservations MARTINSVILLE TAVERN 1979 Washington Valley Road, Martinsville 732-563-1717 By: Diane Cawley The newly imagined Martinsville Tavern is a country chic eating and drinking establishment conveniently located at 1979 Washington Valley Road in quaint Martinsville, NJ. This warm and inviting tavern is the creation of Antonio Berisha in partnership with Benny from Café Azzurro and offers Euro-pub food alongside traditional American classics. Take time out of your day, stop in and relax whether by yourself or with the whole family. Consider planning your next book club meeting here or a lunch- eon for the office. The Martinsville Tav- ern is available to accommodate your social needs. At Martinsville Tavern , share Chef J.C. Monterio’s signature appetizer, the Fried Calamari topped with chopped tomatoes, scallions, julienne romaine with a sweet and spicy chili sauce, and the Tavern Meatballs made with burrata, sprinkled with pine nuts and parmesan cheese at the table. The tavern’s simple menu keeps life stress free. Dining with the family? In the main dining area select from a variety of sal- ads, and then add an entrée from the dinner menu. Entrée options run the gamut from Braised Lamb Shank to Beef Tenderloin, from Chicken Coq Au Vin to Scottish Salmon. Desserts are made on site and are ample sized so they can be shared. Perfectly grilled meats are a spe- cialty during the spring and summer months from pork chops to rack of lamb and steaks. Fresh seasonal fish selections are always available. The Martinsville Tavern has the only bar in Martinsville. Happy Hour is from 4- 7pm on weekdays. Enjoy a cocktail favorite - Golden Derby - created with Bulleit Bourbon Honey/Ginger syrup, Grapefruit and Ginger Bitters or stay clos- er to home with a Martinsville Sour. Cre- ative mixologist Antony Tordo offers interesting seasonal specialty cocktails and martinis. Bar manager and wine director R. J. Greig offers a sophisticated yet affordable wine list alongside craft beers, IPAs, Lager, Belgium White, Sea- sonal Sam Adams and beer on tap. While enjoying your libation, also partake in some unique bar bites like the Crispy Burger Spring Roll or the Fried Cauli- flower flavored with chilis, lemon almonds and aioli. Live acoustic music will be preformed once a week at the Martinsville Tavern and happy hour will be extended these days on the porch until 9pm. Come enjoy the live music with your loved ones. Catering is available from the Mar- tinsville Tavern with professional servers, bartenders and chefs ready for your private function. A party room is available on premises for up to 100 peo- ple while the porch/fireplace room is available for up to 50 people. From inti- mate boutique weddings, bridal and baby showers to graduations and com- munions, the Martinsville Tavern is available to serve you while you enjoy your own function. The Martinsville Tavern is a local comfortable place for conversation, good cheer and great food. The kitchen is open Monday-Thursday 11:30-9:30; Friday 11:30-10:00; Sunday 11:30-9pm (closed 3-4pm) and the bar is open all day until the last customer leaves. Follow Martinsville Tavern on Facebook and Instagram. Dining Out