Halcyon Brasserie

4.7

1987 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Jan 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Neighborhood gem

Halcyon is a fine seafood brasserie, specializing in the freshest local catches, boasting a full service raw bar, upstairs lounge, and tranquil atmosphere. At this time we are offering indoor dining and take-out Tuesday-Sunday. In order to ensure proper sanitation between reservations, we have a strict time limit per table. Thank you for your understanding as we adapt to these challenging times.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Contemporary French / American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(973) 744-4450
Website
https://www.halcyonbrasserie.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Please Visit our Website for all Private Party Inquiries & a View of our Private Event Menu Packages. Visit Halcyonbrasserie.com
Private party facilities
Halcyon Brasserie is able to accommodate you for private events. The possibilities are endless for you to customize a company outing or an intimate family gathering. We look forward to speaking with you in regards to handling all your hospitality needs and thank you for your consideration.

Location
114 Walnut Street Montclair, Montclair, NJ 07042
Neighborhood
Montclair
Cross street
Forest Street
Parking details
Parking Lot in The Rear of the Restaurant on Label Street. ( Egan & Sons)
Public transit
Walnut Street NJ Transit Station
Entertainment
Live DJ every Friday and Saturday Night in our Lounge
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Rainbow Roll$20.00
Tuna, Salmon, Avoado, Mango, Soy Paper Wrapped
Spicy Salmon Roll$16.00
Nori, Spicy Aioli, Fresh Herbs
Tuna Avocado Roll$18.00
Nori, Tuna, Avocado
Butter Crab Roll$15.00
Kanikama, Soy Paper, Spicy Mayo, Yuzu Butter Ponzu Dipping Sauce
Coconut Shrimp Roll$20.00
Sautèed Shrimp, Soy Paper, Mango, Cilantro, Toasted Coconut, Aioli
Spicy Tuna Roll$18.00
Nori, Spicy Aioli
Cali' Roll$15.00
Kanikama, Cucumber, Avocado, Nori
Tuna Tacos
Spicy Tuna, Crispy Wonton Shell, Aioli
- 3 Pcs$20.00
Salmon Avocado Roll$16.00

Salad

Soup du Jour
Chef's Seasonal Selection
- MKT
Kale & Autumn Squash Salad$19.00
Lacinato Kale, Butternut Squash, Apple, Pine Nuts, Bacon, Cambozola Cheese, Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Roasted Beet Salad$16.00
Candied Pecans, Orange Segments, Mixed Greens, Goat Cheese, Lemon Basil Vinaigrette
Classic Caesar Salad$15.00
Grana Padana, Herb Gremolata Crumb
Flatbread du Jour
Chef's Seasonal Selection

Starter

Grilled Oysters
Lemon, Shallots, Parmesan Butter
- 6 Pcs$22.00
PEI Moules Frites$21.00
Cream, Pernod, Pommes Frites
Crispy Calamari$18.00
Citrus Ginger Glaze, Scallions
Char Grilled Octopus$26.00
Crispy Potatoes, Tear Drop Peppers, Olives, Pimenton Rouille, Avocado Crema
Edamame$12.00
Steamed Or Marshalls Spicy Way
Pan Seared Colossal Crabcake
Tarragon Remoulade
- Appetizer$22.00
- Entree$39.00
Halcyon Tacos
Corn Tortilla, Cilantro, Pickled Onion, Chipotle Crema, Guacamole Choice of Blackened Fish, Steak, Or Veggie
- 3 Pcs$24.00

Entree

Paella$36.00
Saffron Rice, Scallop, Shrimp, Mussels, Clams, Chicken, Chorizo
Lobster Caserecce$42.00
Tomato, Leeks, Mascarpone, Gremolata Parmesan Crumb. Gluten Free Pasta Available Upon Request
White Miso Soy Scottish Salmon$32.00
Mushrooms, Baby Bok Choy, Sushi Rice, Toasted Sesame, Tobiko
Cast Iron Seared Diver Scallops$39.00
Parsnip Purèe, Sautèed Rainbow Swiss Chard, Candied Pecan Breadcrumbs, Vin Cotto
Pan Seared Ahi Tuna$40.00
Castelvetrano Olives, Fennel, Heirloom Tomatoes, Endive, Micro Basil, Yuzu Emulsion
Kimchi Fried Rice$22.00
Tofu, Brown Rice, Sesame, Scallions, Fried Egg, Vegan Optional
Halibut$40.00
Sautèed Caulilini, Asparagus, Caramelized Pearl Onion, Fines Herbs Coulis
Roasted Organic Half Chicken$26.00
Leeks, Mushrooms, Haricot Vert, Fingerling Potatoes, Lemon Pan Jus
Classic Cheeseburger$22.00
NY Sharp Cheddar, LTO, Pickles, Special Sauce, Pommes Frites
Filet Mignon au Poivre$48.00
Smashed Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus

Sides

Sautéed Wild Mushrooms & Bok Choy$12.00
Smashed Fingerling Potatoes & Leeks$12.00
Parmesan Truffle Frites$12.00
Lemon Aioli
Grilled Asparagus$12.00
Crispy Cauliflower$12.00
Sesame Tahini, Fresh Herbs

What 1,987 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Essex
Great for brunch
Essex
Romantic
Essex
Good for special occasions
Essex
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Halcyon Brasserie offers an elegant dining experience with "amazing sushi" and "delicious food." Diners praise the "phenomenal mussels" and "lobster pasta special dish that was amazing." Service is "attentive" and the ambiance is charming, though sometimes noisy. Ideal for special occasions, it's a Montclair gem with a beautiful setting.

1,987 Reviews

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Lindsey
VIP
New York City
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We said hello, the hostess stood with her back to us for a minute before turning around and saying just a few minutes, and walked away. She eventually returned and brought us upstairs. We asked to be moved downstairs, she said no, “I guess if you want to wait,” - whatever, we will still have a nice meal. Someone drops water at our table and promptly runs away to help a larger party. 20 minutes go by, we try (and fail) to flag someone down, no luck. There is no sign of anyone, and it’s time to say something because we are starving. However, another 5 minutes go by and no one is even available to flag down as no one had come upstairs, and it’s not worth it anymore. We looked for someone to let know we were leaving, but again, there was no one to let know because no one approached the table. Overall a waste of 35 minutes of my day and disappointed because I really wanted to try this place. Maybe would try again on a week night.
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Donna
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I met today at Halcyon for brunch with a friend. The service was fairly attentive. It is a physically appealing venue with a very nice brunch menu. We both ordered the day's special omelette with smoked salmon. The dish was beautifully prepared, though the salmon was overly salty. The guavallini cocktail was delicious. The coffee was, unfortunately, not hot. Overall, it was a pleasant brunch experience and I would come back again.
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Frank
New Jersey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible. Tuesday is Jazz Night, the ambience was totally amazing. The service and food were outstanding.
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Brittany
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a lovely time when hosted by Halcyon ! ! !
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Beverly
VIP
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First visit. Nondescript facade hides a really pretty space inside. Nice looking bar area. The dining room is decorated with large photos by a local artist. Server was friendly and gave good recommendations. Food from beet salads, fish and scallops was excellent. Plan to visit again, especially for live Jazz.
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Carolina
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and service was excellent. We went on New Year’s Eve and you would expect some disruption but nothing like that happened. All was A1. One small inconvenience with the table resolved immediately. We are planning to go again to try some of the other entrees they have.
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Ruth
VIP
New York City
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Didn’t live up to the hype. Cocktail was served in a chipped goblet. Appetizers were unimpressive. The calamari wasn’t crispy and the beet salad was bland. The scallops were ok, a little overdone. The crème brûlée was average. Overall, disappointing for the price. Service was friendly but not very attentive. Could be the NYE crowd overwhelmed them.
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Myra
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous. Great food. Great service. Beautiful restaurant. High 5.
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Mary
Philadelphia
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Very challenging reading the menu even with glasses on and the candle right on top of the menu. Crispy calamari was more breading than calamari. Grilled octopus is not tentacles, rather, diced small pieces of octopus with excessive dollops of sauce. Tuna was fabulous last. Crab cake very tasty. Overall disappointing b/c we love grilled octopus & huge fan of calamari.
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Daniel
New York City
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Cozy environment with mature and bright ambiance on a warm and inviting street. Service is very good and the restaurant could benefit from offering bread and butter for the table.
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FAQs

Halcyon Brasserie offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 744-4450.

Halcyon Brasserie is rated 4.7 stars by 1987 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

114 Walnut Street Montclair, Montclair, NJ 07042

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Forest Street
Neighborhood
Montclair
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Contemporary French / American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking Lot in The Rear of the Restaurant on Label Street. ( Egan & Sons)
Public transit
Walnut Street NJ Transit Station
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Live DJ every Friday and Saturday Night in our Lounge
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.halcyonbrasserie.com/
Phone number
(973) 744-4450
Catering
Please Visit our Website for all Private Party Inquiries & a View of our Private Event Menu Packages. Visit Halcyonbrasserie.com
Private party facilities
Halcyon Brasserie is able to accommodate you for private events. The possibilities are endless for you to customize a company outing or an intimate family gathering. We look forward to speaking with you in regards to handling all your hospitality needs and thank you for your consideration.

Halcyon Brasserie

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Raw Bar

East & West Coast Oysters

Little Neck Clams

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

Colossal Crab Meat Cocktail$22.00

Sushi

Rainbow Roll$20.00

Spicy Salmon Roll$16.00

Tuna Avocado Roll$18.00

Butter Crab Roll$15.00

Coconut Shrimp Roll$20.00

Spicy Tuna Roll$18.00

Cali' Roll$15.00

Tuna Tacos

Salmon Avocado Roll$16.00

Salad

Soup du Jour

Kale & Autumn Squash Salad$19.00

Roasted Beet Salad$16.00

Classic Caesar Salad$15.00

Flatbread du Jour

Starter

Grilled Oysters

PEI Moules Frites$21.00

Crispy Calamari$18.00

Char Grilled Octopus$26.00

Edamame$12.00

Pan Seared Colossal Crabcake

Halcyon Tacos

Entree

Paella$36.00

Lobster Caserecce$42.00

White Miso Soy Scottish Salmon$32.00

Cast Iron Seared Diver Scallops$39.00

Pan Seared Ahi Tuna$40.00

Kimchi Fried Rice$22.00

Halibut$40.00

Roasted Organic Half Chicken$26.00

Classic Cheeseburger$22.00

Filet Mignon au Poivre$48.00

Sides

Sautéed Wild Mushrooms & Bok Choy$12.00

Smashed Fingerling Potatoes & Leeks$12.00

Parmesan Truffle Frites$12.00

Grilled Asparagus$12.00

Crispy Cauliflower$12.00

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