Papillon25, the brainchild of owners Albert and Yanick Ranieri, towers as the area’s premier restaurant and martini bar.
The ambience is a welcome oasis for the senses. The restaurant color scheme stimulates the appetite for the culinary delights of Executive Chef Yanick Ranieri. A butterfly insignia,crafted by architects Sussna and Matz of Princeton, Floats above the martini bar illuminating the various hues of cocktails offered.
A fusion of French, Italian, American, Asian, Caribbean and New Orleans cuisine, with a few soul food touches offers something for a wide range of tastes and pocketbooks
Sophisticated restaurant & martini bar serving New American fare in a modern space with live jazz. Based on 704 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.0 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ Delivery
Address:
25 Valley St, South Orange, NJ 07079
Phone: (973) 761-5299
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Hours
| Tuesday | 1 PM–12 AM |
| Wednesday | 1 PM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 1 PM–2 AM |
| Friday | 1 PM–2 AM |
| Saturday | 1 PM–2 AM |
| Sunday | 1 PM–12 AM |
| Monday | 1 PM–12 AM |
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Reviews
Dayah P
The atmosphere was great. Good music and vibes. The appetizers were very good. However, the main course dishes needed more seasoning. I ordered a margarita and had to send it back because it wasn’t good. Their martinis are great.
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Christina Welgoss
I absolutely love the vibe here, service was amazing everyone is so helpful, the food was delicious I had the Stuffed Shrimp with Mushroom Risotto… Words cannot express how happy my taste buds where my husband had the coconut shrimp and filet mignonette he loved it (steak on the small side) but he also had appetizers. We will definitely come back with friends and family. Thank you for a great night out.
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Markisha Deville
Another favorite! I’ve been here several times before, and usually order the coconut shrimp, supremo, especially for coconut lovers, wings and a salad. This time, I had all that, lol, including the beef short ribs, with all the bells and whistles. It was amazing. The beef short ribs are cooked to perfection, melting in my mouth. YUMMY DELICIOUSNESS .
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Fresh Williams
I ordered the crème brûlée. the crème brûlée was very tasty and had a great crunch to it. The atmosphere was very relaxing in a nice neighborhood. I definitely would recommend this place to friends and family.
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TheCervix Beater
Tried here today. Had the coconut shrimp apps were a little too crunchy for me they definitely added too much sugar or whatever made it so sweet. The jerk chicken total miss. The drinks here are good though
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Rosalind Hartmann
Didn’t have food, just drinks out. The lychee martini was insanely good. The vibes and architecture of the bar was divine. Loved the vibe and the bartenders attentive. Loved it!
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S B
Terrible customer service. 1 bartender working the bar during happy hour, which was ridiculous!!! Dont know who thought of that idea but staffing needs to be better. Food not the best. Pricey menu. Need to hire more staff! Seems like a black owned company so I always love to support, but we have to do better. I invited a friend here and was so embarrassed. She ordered the fried chicken and it was rubbery and not cooked. She didnt finish it and we ended up leaving and going to another restaurant around the corner because I refused to spend more money there. Overall not a good time. Will not go back there again.
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Glen L
I didn’t know what to expect pleased to say that I was pleasantly surprised. Very nice decor and friendly staff. Attentive too
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Natashaa Browne
Eaten here many times. It has changed in the years. The owner who is more present now than in the past is not kind and very rude and not Accomdating. I was celebrating a accomplishment with a large group of people and she was not kind or respectful. Considering we gave great business it was disrespectful especially considering it was supposed to be a joyous celebration. She even walked away after we spoke to her. After years of going sad to say I think I won’t be coming back.
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Jerome Brown
I came a couple of weeks ago and ordered the Oxtails with greens and a side of mac and cheese. The mac and cheese was a total miss. And the bill was way too much for what i received. I figured, let me give them another opportunity. Maybe it’s just me. So, here we are two weeks later. Today, I ordered a Ceasar salad with salmon and a Cranberry/Pineapple juice. The salmon was small and way overcooked. It took 45 minutes for my order to come out. They weren’t that busy. There were a few guests at the bar. I had to ask the bartender to check on the salad. Either way, $46 later, and I’m still sitting here wondering what I ordered that should’ve cost $46. I’m a chef and have been for over 35 years. This place is ridiculously expensive. I’ll never go back.
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