The Lab Restaurant/Take-Out Menu – Kenilworth, NJ

Type : Asian restaurant

Location : Kenilworth, NJ

Based on 103 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $

The Lab Restaurant/Take-Out 07033

Address:
18 S Michigan Ave, Kenilworth, NJ 07033

Phone: (908) 998-9345

Website: http://www.thelaboratorycatering.com/restaurant

Menu

Appetizers / Sides
Hind-Cut Fries
Basket of Our Hand Cut Potatoes Tossed in Our Lab Seasoning
$5.00
Lab Fries
Basket of Sweet Potatoes Tossed in Our Lab and Cajun Seasonings
$6.00
Shortrib Eggroll
Sweet Chili Braised Beef Short-rib, Cilantro-ginger Slaw. Fire Roasted Scallion Aioli, Sweet Chili
$5.00
Baked Pork N Beans
Slow Cooked Beans and Pork, Smokey, Sweet and Savory!
$5.00
Wings
BBQ, Sriracha Honey, Teriyaki, Garlic Soy (8)
$8.00
Ribs
Fall off the Bone Ribs
$7.00
Sticky Fingers
Sriracha Honey Tossed Chicken Tenders. Served with Fries
$9.00
“Fried Chicken Style” Cauliflower Bites
Crispy Cauliflower Bites Tossed in Signature Sauce. Served with Fire-Roasted Scallion Aioli
$8.00
Mango Fried Rice
Just How It Sounds
$5.00
Smoked Mac And Cheese
Fusilli Pasta in a Creamy, Cheesy, Smokey Sauce w/ Toasted Panko
$8.00
Tacos
Chicken
Chipotle Ginger Braised Chicken, Lab Taco Sauce, Mango Salsa and Avocado Foam
$7.00
Pork Belly
Braised Pork Belly, Spicy Ginger Pork, Cilantro-Ginger Slaw, Sweet Chili
$7.00
Short-Rib
Sweet Chili Braised Short-Rib, Cilantro-Ginger Slaw, Hoisin and Frie-Roasted Scallion Sauce
$8.00
Fish
Beer Battered Cod, Mango Salsa, Scallions Fire-Roasted Scallion Sauce
$8.00
Jackfruit
Smoked BBQ Pulled Jackfruit, Mango Salsa, Lab Taco Sauce, Scallions, Black Bean Stuffed
$7.00
Salads
Asian BBQ Chicken Salad
Crispy Wonton Strips, Mixed Field Greens, Sesame – Ginger Dressing
$8.00
Crispy Tofu
Crispy Tofu, Mixed Field Greens, Mandarin Oranges, Cucumbers, Carrots, Onions Citrus Dressing
$7.00
Cucumber Ranch
Cucumbers, Red Onion, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Romaine, Scallion Ranch
$8.00
House
Traditional Salad. Smoked Vinaigrette
Signatures
The Doctor
Dr. Pep Braised Pulled Pork, BBQ, Smoked Pineapple Slaw, Pickles, on Toasted Brioche Bun
$7.00
The Prototype
Smoked Mozz, Charred Tomatoes, Avocado, Scallion – Basil Pesto Panini
$7.00
Bahn MI
Spicy Ginger Pork, Pickled Veggies, Hoisin Sauce, Sriracha on Toasted French Roll
$8.00
The Catalyst
Sweet Chili Braised Short-Rib, Sriracha Slaw on Toasted Brioche Bun
$9.00
ITIS (It Taste Incredible Sandwich)
Smoked Mac n Cheese, Pulled Pork, Pickled Jalapenos on Toasted Texas Toast
$9.00
Grilled Chicken
w/ Fresh Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Avocado, Greens, Fire-Roasted Scallion Sauce on Toasted Brioche Bun
$8.00
Fish Sandwich
Beer Battered Cod, Smoked Pineapple Slaw Fire-Roasted Scallion Sauce on toasted Brioche Bun
$8.00
Jackfruit Melt
Smoked BBQ Pulled Jackfruit, Spicy Black Bean Paste, Smoked Mozz. Panini
$8.00
P.B.L.T
Pork Belly, Lettuce, Tomato, Scallion Aioli on Texas Toast
$9.00
Spicy Fried Chicken
Crispy Fried Chicken Tossed in Our Signature Sauce, Pickles, Scallion Aioli on Brioche Bun
$9.00
Lab Burger
8oz Patty. American Cheese, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Scallion Aioli on Brioche Bun
$8.00
Ranch-House Burger
8oz Patty, Smoked Mozz, Pulled Pork, Frizzled Onions, BBQ, Scallion Ranch on Brioche Bun
$9.00
Ramen
Veggie
Crispy Tofu, Noodles, Assorted Mushrooms, Baby Bok Choy, Baby Corn, Scallions, Veggie Broth
$9.00
Chicken
Noodles, Baby Corn, Baby Bok Choy, Egg, Scallions, Miso Broth
$11.00
Short-Rib
Noodles, Assorted Mushrooms, Baby Corn, Baby Bok choy, Egg, Scallions, Lab Broth
$12.00
Spicy Pork Belly
Noodles, Assorted Mushrooms, Baby Corn, Baby Bok Choy, Egg, Scallions, Fresh Ground Chili Paste, Lab Broth
$12.00
Fried Chicken
Noodles, Baby Bok Choy, Egg, Scallions, Fresh Ground Chili Paste, Miso Broth
$12.00
Protein
Chicken $9.00
Pulled Pork $9.00
Pork Belly $11.00
Short-Rib $12.00
Ribs 1/4 Rack $11.00
BBQ Jackfruit $9.00
Fried Chicken $10.00
Starch
Rice
Mango Fried Rice
Mac N Cheese
Fries
Side
Cilantro-Ginger Slaw
Smoked Pineapple Slaw
Mango Salsa
Baked Beans
Veggie
Grilled Asparagus
Pickled Veggies
Drinks
Lemonade
Freshly Squeezed Lemons, Honey-Ginger Serum
$4.00
Antidote
Freshly Squeezed Lemons, Smashed Strawberries, Honey-Ginger Serum
$4.50
Desserts
30 Layer Crepe Cake
Chocolate Hazelnut
$5.00
Fried Cannoli Eggroll
“Loopy” (Fruit Loops)
$3.50

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Reviews

Nicaluz Raagas
First timer: For what it is and it’s uniqueness it is definitely up there in terms of creativity. Although, the market is saturated with these “hip” places but for the price point, location and food quality I give it 3 stars.

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Chrisssy
Love that they give 2 eggs for each of the short rib ramen. Other than that, it is not a delicious ramen I will say. Short rib itself is not tender at all, the soup tastes a bit sour, which I find a bit weird. The flavor is just not my type. Some of the baby corns are sour, it tastes like they went sour….

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Matt “KillerKDemons” Kowalski
The pulled pork tasted fine but could have used some bbq sauce. The fries were slightly over cooked but still had a good flavor.

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David Demianicz
Thus place was delicious. 1st time and cant wait to go back again. The mac and cheese sandwich could use some extra cheese because, you know, Mac and cheese. The fries were a soggy and a little too salty. The Ramen was a home run. Very delicious and favorable, plus they give extra broth for round 2. Best thing of the night. The lemonade wasn’t sweet either which was the best to me. They have a variety of good things on the menu and can’t wait to go back

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Don Helms
Stopped in from Chicago and was blown away with how creative and tastey the food was. Short rib Mac and cheese was awesome paired with antidote to drink. The chef even surprised us with a fruit loops cannoli. Will definitely have to visit again and try more!!

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Constanza Silva
I always pass this place and finally ordered through Grubhub for pickup. What drew me in was the unique choices on the menu and the VEGETARIAN OPTIONS! My order was hot when I picked it up (it was ready pretty quickly!) and handed over to me by one of the owners, who was super sweet. The Jackfruit Melt that I ordered was DELICIOUS and flavorful, and the fries were amazing. I will definitely be coming back and ordering again, and recommending the spot to others!

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Jason Young
We booked the Lab Food Truck for our baby shower and I have to say our experience was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! We reached out very last minute and G responded with a “yes we can do it” without hesitation. Within the next week and half we worked out the details and they were very flexible with our schedule. They arrived 30 mins early to set up and right on time our guest began to order. We had roughly 45 guests at the baby shower and I kid you not I heard compliments about the food from at least 25 of them within the first 15 mins. The portions were huge and the food was amazing! I personally had the Short Rib tacos and The Dr. as my meal and I have to say for a southern boy that has had plenty of BBQ, that possibly could have been the best bbq sandwich I have ever had. My wife had the Bahn Mi and she was very impressed, even when she warmed up the rest later on that night. They also had a vegan option on the menu so they cater to all. I could go on about the food, only good reviews from all guests but I have to say the service and hospitality was even better. If you are having ANY event this food truck is the way to go! I will also add we had 3 trucks in mind for the event and they were the least expensive and had the bigger menu. I promise you won’t regret it.

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Joshua Baer
WOW! WOW! WOW! WOW! I am from the Smithfield, VA area where pork is king. Had the Pork Belly tacos and Fish tacos…WOW! The mango sauce, the food, the atmosphere, and the twist that “G” and his staff are bringing to the area is way under estimated! The best Asian BBQ Fusion restaurant I have ever been to. Originally from Cincinnati and have lived is California and this place ranks in my top 5 Best Places to Eat! I expect big things from these folks leading their generation in the right direction with good food and entrepreneurship. I will be surprised if I never see them on the Food Network.

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Brian Mauro
First time at this awesome eatery. I ordered the spicy fried chicken sandwich and fries. The fries were perfect, hot crispy and nicely seasoned. The chicken sandwich was on a whole other level, crispy and moist fried chicken breast tossed in a yummy sauce and topped with an aioli that was the perfect match. Very reasonably priced for the quality of food. Usually food this good is easily more $$. The staff and co-owner, da doc, were really friendly and took the time to chat me up. Definitely will be back with friends next time. If you’re in the mood for something different go check this place out.

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Carl Dangren
Delicious and unique recipes you won’t find anywhere else in the area. I had the pork belly capsule with smoked Mac and cheese, cilantro-ginger coleslaw and grilled asparagus. Excellent. A co-worker had a prototype and a side of Mac and cheese. He expected a small side but the serving was huge. Would go again.

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