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Char Steakhouse - Raritan, Raritan, NJ

Char Steakhouse - Raritan

4.7
4.7
3419 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 36 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for creative cocktails
Finally, a New York style atmosphere and experience crosses the Hudson to Central Jersey. Char Steakhouse's innovative cuisine features only the finest cuts of Dry Aged and Prime Beef with fish delivered fresh daily. Guests will dine by landscaped views revealed by towering windows. Mahogany wood walls and ceiling treatments create an authentic steakhouse environment rivaled by none in the New Jersey dining scene. Unique features include four modern fireplaces that are the first of their kind, a curved wall of water that rains serenity in the aptly named Rain Room. Guests can enjoy 7 cuts of the finest quality dry aged beef or snack on oysters and colossal blue crab from our premier raw bar. Seating in the lounge is offered on a first come first serve basis or party goers can reserve arched custom booths for up to twelve. Our highly trained and experienced staff exhibit warmth and hospitality in welcoming Char's guests home. All of this at a prices you never thought possible.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (908) 707-1777
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Phil Deffina
  • Catering
    Char Steakhouse will deliver to any location within 25 miles for parties ranging from 15 to 500 guests
  • Private party facilities
    Char Steakhouse features private and semi private areas that can accommodate a range of party sizes from 15-200 guests.
  • Neighbourhood
    Bridgewater
  • Cross Street
    First Avenue
  • Parking details
    Our private parking lot accommodates 80 to 100 vehicles and Valet is available for special events.
  • Public transit
    Raritan stop on the New Jersey Transit Raritan Valley Line.
  • Entertainment
    Our staff provides all the entertainment our diners will need
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,419 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Somerset

    Innovative

  • Somerset

    Great for fine wines

  • Somerset

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Somerset

    Good for special occasions

  • Somerset

    Lively

  • Somerset

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Char Steakhouse - Raritan offers a "romantic atmosphere" and "top-notch service," making it a prime choice for special occasions. Known for "excellent steaks" and a diverse menu, the restaurant also boasts a beautiful outdoor patio. While some find it pricey, its attentive staff and delicious offerings ensure a memorable dining experience.

3,419 Reviews
  1. Dana

    New Jersey

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful! Dario our server was very attentive and made our anniversary wonderful.. the meal was fantastic!

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  2. Michael

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I eat at Char Steak House fairly regularly, and I must say that I have found the food quality consistently above average, and the friendliness and attentiveness of the staff exceptional! My Server Merve was outstanding as always.

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  3. Kevin

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Steak demonic and porterhouse fabulous great service and sides

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  4. Monika

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Char never disappoints!! I’ve been coming here for dinners every 2-3 months and food and service are always worth the price. Highly recommend it!

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  5. Michael

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server Merve provided perfect service, knowledgeable of the menu and good at matching menu items with our taste and interest. The experience was delightful, food was excellent. Don’t forget to leave room for the chocolate moose cake! If you’re going to Char Stake House, do yourself a favor and ask to be seated in Merve’s section to ensure that you have the best possible experience Char can provide!

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  6. Ida Lucia

    Philadelphia

    310 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    310 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great night out with friends, from cocktails to starters to main courses and desert, everything was delicious. The inly thing better than the food was the service!

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  7. Rino

    New York City

    132 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    132 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place for surf and turf, very juicy steaks if you are in the mood for a good steak this is the place 👍

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  8. William

    New York City

    111 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    111 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Celebrated a friend’s birthday for dinner. Drinks were good and the bread was delicious, especially the popovers. The waiter, Ben and staff were attentive, professional and not overbearing. For dinner we enjoyed a seafood plate that included a lovely assortment of shellfish and dips. I gave a 4 star for food due to the super thin cut of rib eye. The taste was good but was a little more cooked than the medium rare ordered. The cookie jar sundae for dessert was delicious. The giant shooting candle for the birthday made this a lot of fun. The noise level was high but as diners completed their meals it leveled off a bit so you could hear the conversation in your group.

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  9. Rachel

    New York City

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a nice relaxing Sunday evening dinner. The atmosphere is much calmer than a Friday or Saturdy night so we could easily chat without shouting! Good service with attention to detail. The food was generally good, although one member of our party ordered the Steak Frites special and said the steak was not very flavorful. I ordered the Lobster & Avocado Salad that was delicious. Someone ordered a glass of the only Pinot Grigio on the wine list and said it was not a particularly good one.

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  10. Chris

    New Jersey

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent all around. The outside dining area is awesome. Covered patio area is very nicely set up and heaters took the early November chill out of the air. Service, atmosphere, and steaks were all great. A bit on the expensive side but not outrageously so. If you’re looking for a special dining experience you won’t be disappointed.

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FAQs

Char Steakhouse - Raritan offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (908) 707-1777.

Char Steakhouse - Raritan is rated 4.7 stars by 3419 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Char Steakhouse - Raritan

777 US Highway 202 North, Raritan, NJ 08869

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    First Avenue
  • Neighbourhood
    Bridgewater
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Our private parking lot accommodates 80 to 100 vehicles and Valet is available for special events.
  • Public transit
    Raritan stop on the New Jersey Transit Raritan Valley Line.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Phil Deffina
  • Entertainment
    Our staff provides all the entertainment our diners will need
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (908) 707-1777
  • Catering
    Char Steakhouse will deliver to any location within 25 miles for parties ranging from 15 to 500 guests
  • Private party facilities
    Char Steakhouse features private and semi private areas that can accommodate a range of party sizes from 15-200 guests.
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