M&T Restaurant

My friend recommended this place to me, having visited it 6 times in half a year! It’s really hard to find such a great seafood restaurant in the middle of New Jersey, where dining options are quite limited. I was surprised to find a place like this here, as it feels like the quality belongs somewhere in Manhattan. If this restaurant were in the city, it could easily rival Michelin-starred restaurants! No joke, we ordered some of the most common dishes, but the quality was outstanding. When my cousin and I arrived, we couldn’t believe the prices—only $16 for fresh seafood! I initially thought that price was just for a small portion, so we ended up ordering a lot of food, and the total was just $120! Fish Dumplings 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Who would have thought you could find such authentic fish dumplings in the U.S.? The fish filling is bouncy and fresh. It’s delicious even without dipping it in vinegar. Lamb Soup 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Honestly, this is the best lamb soup I’ve ever had in the U.S. It has a distinct lamb flavor but isn’t overwhelming. It’s just fresh and light, not too strong. The first time we had it, the two of us finished a whole big bowl along with a plate of spicy crayfish Steamed Egg with Clams 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 No one can resist the soft, fresh taste of steamed egg. With the clams and a special soy sauce, the flavor is refreshing and pairs perfectly with golden pancakes. It’s a must-try! Stir-fried Shrimp with Soy Sauce and Chili 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 This is my absolute favorite! It’s made with soy sauce, onions, and dried chili, and the aroma from the stir-fry is incredible. The highlight is the fresh taste of the shrimp. Unfortunately, this dish is out of season right now, so it’s not available. Salted Egg Yolk Prawns 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 A must-order dish! The prawn meat is so fresh, tender, and juicy. The prawns are lightly fried, stuffed with salted egg yolk, and the outside is crispy. The aroma is irresistible! Black Fish in Iron Pot / Fish with Golden Pancakes 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Fish is usually seasonal, but this place deep-fries the fish and then braises it in a rich sauce, which is just perfect. The golden pancakes are fried crispy on the outside but remain soft on the inside, perfect for soaking up the sauce. Stir-fried Cabbage with Shrimp 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 This is a highly recommended dish by my cousin. Nearly every table orders this. The fresh shrimp and cabbage are stir-fried to perfection with a fragrant oil. I once packed this dish for a colleague from Qingdao, and she raved about it all the way home! Honestly, I would take an Uber to come here 6 times in half a month—this place is truly a hidden gem!

I wouldn't say this is a good restaurant to go for Qingdao Shandong style seafood. The steamed bao is mediocre. The menus are quite confusing with different prices for same dishes.

Great authentic food. Just need to ask if they have fresh fish before ordering any fish dish. Otherwise, everything is great.

Some food was just taste-less, and some was not bad. We ordered the Fried Fish with sweet & sour sauce. It was bad. Somehow, it had a bitter taste and kinda fishie [we're not gonna order this again] Sea Cucumber Fish Maw Soup was no taste at all,

Everything I ordered was delicious. Even the Kung Pao chicken, the most basic dish, is blowing my mind tender and flavorful. Fried veggies and meat are all super great. Will definitively try the seafood next time like all the other people there!! The wait time is quite long (40min for me) during the rush hour during the weekend. If you are not rushing, you will be amazed by the food! A must try Chinese food!!!