Allegory

Name: Allegory
Address: 690 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ, United States, 07042-2202
Telephone: (973) 329-5600
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (261)

$31 to $50

American

690 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042-2202

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Good for business meals

Located in the heart of Montclair, Allegory is The MC Hotel’s signature restaurant and bar. Upon arrival, guests immediately encounter the innovative design of high ceilings and curated art pieces meant to evoke feelings of being in an art gallery. With a focus on high quality food and beverage, much of it based on traditional pub recipes, the restaurant offers a menu with something for everyone. Allegory proudly boasts beer and handcrafted cocktails from local companies and is home to a diverse wine program from old and new world regions.

Start your experience at Allegory before heading up to Alto, Montclair’s only rooftop bar.

Complimentary Valet Parking for Allegory guests dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner, up to three hours. The server can validate your parking.

Info for large party reservations, catered events and private dining options please email AllegoryRestaurant@themchotel.com

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Gastro Pub, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(973) 329-5600
Website
http://www.allegorymc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Please reach out to our allegoryrestaurant@themchotel.com
Private party facilities
Please reach out to our allegoryrestaurant@themchotel.com

Location
690 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042-2202
Neighborhood
Montclair
Cross street
Bloomfield & Orange Ave
Parking details
The valet parking rate is $30 for day guests who receive a value of services totaling less than $125. Parking is complimentary for day guests who receive a value of services totaling more than $125.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 261 people are saying

Allegory reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

3.9Food
4.2Service
4.1Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Essex
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Allegory offers a "great selection" of mocktails and cocktails, making it an ideal spot for a date or catching up with friends. The staff is "very helpful and friendly," ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. With a "simple but elegant" ambiance, Allegory is a comfortable and quiet destination at a "great location."

261 Reviews

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Randy VIP
New York City37 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Bone Appetit brunch was such as great idea and the food and service matched our expectations. Thanks you and Brookdale Pet Center for this innovative affair.
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Kassidy
New Jersey1 review
3.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
This was my second time eating at Allegory and I don’t understand what happened. The service was terrible we waited at least 20-30 minutes to place our order and another 20-30 minutes to get our drinks. The food was meh and some of it undercooked and some of it overcooked all of it overpriced. The ambiance was nice. However a fellow patrons chair did break and he fell on the floor (I don’t think he was badly injured). I don’t think I’ll be returning.
AllegoryResponded on May 24, 2025
Hello Kassidy, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're sorry to hear that your second visit didn’t live up to expectations. The long wait times, inconsistent food quality, and service issues you described are not reflective of the standards we strive to uphold. We're especially concerned about the broken chair incident and will be looking into it to ensure guest safety moving forward. While we're glad you enjoyed the ambiance, we understand your frustration and appreciate the honest feedback. We’ll be using your comments to make meaningful improvements. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you want to discuss your experience in further detail or on a way to help bring you back to give us another chance. Sincerely, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager
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Patricia
New York City1 review
2.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
I went for my birthday and was very excited but the website allowed me to make a reservation at 11 when the staff mentioned over and over various staff members that the kitchen closes at 11:15 and we felt extremely rushed and unwelcome. When we first got there the first person we spoke to acted as if we were in the wrong having a reservation at that time and we had to talk to three different staff to even sit down. I was very upset because if they had called asked me to change it to earlier I would have I simply didn’t know. I thought 11 was a good brunch time and it was an available time to book. The sever kept rushing us and it ruined the time as I felt uncomfortable. I think the website should be fixed to not allow reservations at that time to avoid this in the future.
AllegoryResponded on April 3, 2025
Hello Patricia, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. First and foremost, we sincerely apologize that your birthday celebration did not meet your expectations. We completely understand how disappointing it must have been to feel rushed, especially on such a special occasion. We appreciate your feedback and will be looking into it to ensure that future guests do not face a similar issue. It was never our intention to make you feel unwelcome, and we regret that our communication about the kitchen’s closing time was not handled more effectively. Your experience is valuable to us, and we will be addressing this with our team to improve both our reservation process and our guest interactions. Best, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager
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Jamie VIP
New York City16 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fabulous meal! The staff were very helpful and friendly. The food was delicious especially the steak sandwich. Great selection of both mocktails and cocktails. It’s a great spot for a date or catching up with friends.
AllegoryResponded on April 3, 2025
Hello Jamie! Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you had a great experience and enjoyed your visit. Your support means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! I will be sharing your positive feedback with our team. Thank you, Felicia The MC Hotel Food & Beverage Manager
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Marianne VIP
New York City6 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was ok. The drinks were ok. The service was ok.
AllegoryResponded on April 3, 2025
Hello Marianne. We’re sorry your experience didn’t meet expectations. We understand your disappointment and appreciate your feedback. Our restaurant is now under new management, and we’re making improvements to ensure a more consistent and welcoming experience. We’d love the chance to make it up to you—hope you’ll give us another try! Thank you, Felicia Food & Beverage Manager The MC Hotel
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Meghan
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on March 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great experience over 2 days! Our server was very attentive and personable.
AllegoryResponded on March 29, 2025
Hello Meghan! Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you had a great experience and that our server took good care of you. We appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon! Sincerely, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager
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Jade VIP
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore2 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
It was nothing like how it was marketed. We asked to sit in what clearly seemed like the restaurant section, but were told it was closed off. However, they seated two other people there, which felt a bit rude and inconsistent. The overall vibe felt more like a hotel breakfast than the “brunch spot” it appeared to be online
AllegoryResponded on March 29, 2025
Hello Jade, We’re sorry your experience didn’t meet expectations. We understand your disappointment and appreciate your feedback. Our restaurant is now under new management, and we’re making improvements to ensure a more consistent and welcoming experience. We’d love the chance to make it up to you—hope you’ll give us another try! Sincerely, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager
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David
New York City2 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Great location. Comfortable. Quiet. Food wasn’t great. My wagyu burger fell apart (partly because the bun was stale?) and was undercooked.
AllegoryResponded on March 29, 2025
Hi David, Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you had a positive experience overall, but we’re sorry the food didn’t meet your expectations. We’re always looking to improve, and your input helps us do that. We hope you’ll give us another chance to impress you on your next visit! Sincerely, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager
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Monica
New York City3 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
I visited Allegory for an early dinner with a friend, and unfortunately, it was a disappointing experience. The food lacked flavor and was overall very bland—we both ended up leaving most of our meals on the plate. The dessert tasted like a pre-made frozen product, which was really underwhelming. Service was another letdown. Our server was barely present throughout the meal, except when taking our orders and rushing us to decide on dinner faster than we would have liked. On top of that, service was slow, making the whole experience even less enjoyable. And our bill for a 2 persons dinner with drinks was over $200… it’s frustrating to pay that much for a dinner and not get to enjoy it. Sadly, given the lackluster food and poor service, I wouldn’t return or recommend this spot. There are far better dining options out there.
AllegoryResponded on March 29, 2025
Hello Monica, We’re sorry your experience didn’t meet expectations. We understand your disappointment and appreciate your feedback. Our restaurant is now under new management, and we’re making improvements to ensure a more consistent and welcoming experience. We’d love the chance to make it up to you—hope you’ll give us another try! Sincerely, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager
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Margaret
New Jersey1 review
5.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best service in New Jersey! These guys have the right attitude. Ambience simple but elegant. Location perfect. Drinks were not skimpy.
AllegoryResponded on March 29, 2025
Hi Margaret!! Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you had a great experience and enjoyed your visit. Your support means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Amazing reviews like yours make our day. I will be sure to share your feedback with our staff! Sincerely, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager
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FAQs

Allegory offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 329-5600.

Allegory is rated 4.1 stars by 261 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

690 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042-2202

Additional information

Cross street
Bloomfield & Orange Ave
Neighborhood
Montclair
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Gastro Pub, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
The valet parking rate is $30 for day guests who receive a value of services totaling less than $125. Parking is complimentary for day guests who receive a value of services totaling more than $125.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.allegorymc.com/
Phone number
(973) 329-5600
Catering
Please reach out to our allegoryrestaurant@themchotel.com
Private party facilities
Please reach out to our allegoryrestaurant@themchotel.com

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