Very Cool, Hip, Awesome Place
I went to Terence Allen for breakfast the other day (had a great breakfast burrito and coffee for under five bucks) and was so impressed I went for dinner the next night. In fact, I've been four times in the last week and a half.
First, the space itself is amazing. Terence renovated what was previously an eyesore in downtown South Orange (a comic book shop and art supply store) and created a colorful and modern "eatery." The space is full of original artwork and has french doors which open up onto a big courtyard for a wonderful outside dining experience (although its next to a parking lot, the fence keeps out most of the car-related distractions).
More importantly, the food was great. I had a pulled pork burrito that was AWESOME. The best pulled pork I ever tasted. The burrito was HUGE and stuffed with rice, beans, fresh veggies, cheese, guacamole, green salsa (it was hot) and sour cream. The prices aren't cheap, but for what you get, definitely reasonable, under $10.
Also, Terence is really friendly and answered all my questions about the food and the building itself.

I highly recommend this new(ish) South Orange treat, and am looking forward to trying the lunch and dinner entrees which change daily.    [12 Apr 2007 17:36:16]

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Recommended Dishes: Pulled Pork Burrito

     ­Pat S.   

NOT WORTH THE HYPE
I read someone's review of this Terence Allen place and decided to give it a try. I was really open to the experience. But let me tell you: The place was not worth the trip there. First of all, management is trying to do so many different things with this place that its just a mishmash of ideas throw together in this space they call an eatery. It really reminded me of the food court at a bad mall.
The owner should really focus on serving good quality food at a good price, instead of trying to interact with all of the customers and push his catering business on them. Terence kept coming over and telling me about his catering business when really all I wanted was a good cup of coffee. The veggies were old and disgusting. And the prices were ridiculous. I just couldn't believe what this place charges for everything!!! I will never go back there.    [10 Jun 2007 13:29:49]

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     ­Frank P. , South Orange    

AMAZING!
The only word that comes to mind when thinking about this place is AMAZING! Everything about the restaurant is great. The food was delicious and the service was friendly and so helpful. I highly recommend going.    [26 Sep 2007 22:02:22]

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Recommended Dishes: Chicken Quesadilla

     ­Jenny, West Orange   

Where's the food?
I went into Terence Allen the other day to order a chicken burrito. But there was no chicken, so I moved onto steak, but there was also no steak. The only thing they had was pulled pork; so I decided to salvage my meal and settle on that. I then realized that they didn't have fresh veggies, sour cream and the salsa was still being prepared. This preplexed me because it was one in the afternoon. Maybe the long brown haired headed kid should be making food instead of sucking back Starbucks coffee.

If I had my name on a restaurant in the town I claimed to be from I would make sure that everything was emaculate and that the service was outstanding. I would also like to agree with the posting above. Terence should stop trying to force his catering business on people. He came up to me and starting rambling about God knows what and he was covered in dog hair and looked absolutely filthly. Why would I trust a party of mine with a person who looks like a homeless man.    [04 Oct 2007 21:17:48]

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Recommended Dishes: going somewhere else

     ­Emile, South Orange   

Good Stuff
The place has a great vibe, and the food is spectacular. All of the salad ingredients are super fresh, and every time I've been there (at least a dozen or so), they've varied slightly, so you can make a new salad, wrap, or whatever with all of the ingredients you love. I love sitting out back, but alas, it's getting cold. Indoors is awesome, too, though, and the artwork for sale is lovely. Plus, the staff is always super friendly. Hope it lasts a long time!!    [30 Oct 2007 17:13:12]

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Recommended Dishes: Salads, quesadillas, and their 'blue plate special' was chicken with veggies and rice one day -- excellent!!

     ­Jess, South Orange