Best Lunch Restaurants in Franklin Park

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MercerMiddlesexSomerset

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CranburyEast BrunswickNew BrunswickPrincetonSouth Bound Brook

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

33 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Luca's Ristorante of Somerset restaurant

1. Luca's Ristorante of Somerset

4.8

Exceptional(1192)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • New Brunswick

Booked 8 times today

If you are seeking not just a great meal, but a great dining experience, you need look no further than Luca’s Ristorante Somerset. Tucked away on Rt. 27 between Princeton and New Brunswick, Luca’s Somerset is an oasis of authentic regional Italian cuisine. Offering modern adaptations of traditional dishes from Ischia, here you can enjoy hand-cut ravioli stuffed with Chef Andrea’s latest mouth-watering combinations, a selection of fish entrees so fresh that they evoke the Mediterranean Sea, or a filet of such quality that it is paralleled only by the accoutrement that accompany it. Our dining room décor is uniquely Ischitana, and goes to show that here at Luca’s Somerset, we understand that the difference is in the details. When you are done with it all, take in the cozy setting with a delicious dessert made from scratch, and the perfect cup of locally micro-roasted espresso or cappuccino. So please, be our guest.

2. Eno Terra

4.8

Exceptional(3984)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Princeton

Booked 23 times today

Call for availability and reservations! (609) 497-1777

A photo of Seasons 52 - Princeton restaurant

3. Seasons 52 - Princeton

4.8

Exceptional(4344)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Princeton

Booked 78 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

4. Mediterra

4.7

Exceptional(4404)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Princeton

Booked 46 times today

Approachable cuisine of the 22 countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. Seasonal alfresco dining overlooks Princeton's Palmer Square. Offering an Award-Winning Wine List and Creative Cocktails. You can book indoor or outdoor reservations- please respect your selection.

5. Sophie's Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1746)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • New Brunswick

Booked 9 times today

We want Sophie's to be a place where one could have a good, hearty meal (comfort food), simple and unpretentious, at a fair price. Our goal is to produce an atmosphere where people can come for lunch, a full dinner, a late snack, a glass of wine or a big cup of coffee and feel comfortable and at home. Our menu is diverse enough for everyone, yet simple enough so the average person will not get overwhelmed with numerous menu choices and complications. Our basic premise is to provide quality food and good service at a fair price in an unpretentious atmosphere. The décor is modeled after classic French Bistros. French country antiques, large open shuttered windows, dark woods, soft pastel colors and walls covered with family pictures make Sophie's an intimate cozy environment

A photo of The Frog and the Peach restaurant

6. The Frog and the Peach

4.6

Exceptional(3217)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • New Brunswick

Booked 18 times today

The Frog &The Peach is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant and bar serving Chef Bruce Lefebvre's innovative American cuisine with thoughtful service, in a lively, upscale industrial space. We are centrally located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, between Philadelphia and New York City. Our bar is first come-first served, where you can enjoy the full menu and experience! For private events or parties of 12 or more please call Maria Mattera at (856) 271-2222.PARKING: We have a small parking lot that is for our valet services only. The Hyatt Hotel Church St. parking garages are one block away. See you in New Brunswick! The Frog & The Peach reserves the right to change or modify any terms and conditions listed on non-directly affiliated services, at any time. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the revisions on our main website.

7. Zinna's Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(1949)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cranbury

Booked 13 times today

WE HAVE MOVED! Visit us at 10 Cedarbrook Drive, Cranbury, NJ!Zinna's Bistro is a family-owned and operated Italian-American bistro that opened in January 2010. It is one of the hidden gems that make up the treasured Cranbury community. At Zinna's, we believe that your fine dining experience starts with quality. We showcase homemade pastas and produce grown on our premises as well as the freshest ingredients the Garden State has to offer. From food to service, we strive to provide a dining experience you will only find here.We do NOT allow outside desserts (there will be a $5 per person fee) Zinna's Bistro offers all cakes & desserts call to place an order for your upcoming event or party.20% gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more. We are limited to splitting checks to 3 per table. An additional 3.38% is applied for all credit card transactions. Entree Sharing Fee of $10 per person applies.HOURS:Tuesday-Friday12PM-3PM5PM-9PMSaturday-Sunday12PM-3PM4PM-9PM

8. La Mezzaluna

4.6

Exceptional(1797)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Princeton

Booked 18 times today

La Mezzaluna is an Italian Restaurant located in the heart of downtown Princeton, NJ. We are your premier choice for exquisite dining and service. Using the finest and freshest seasonal local ingredients, our menu has earned its reputation for mouth-watering regional Italian cuisine and flavors.We have been in Princeton for over 15 years and our food is adored by both locals and tourists alike. Our menu changes seasonally and we offer special dishes during major holidays.

9. Steakhouse 85

4.8

Exceptional(4134)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • New Brunswick

Booked 53 times today

Steakhouse 85 is a 21st century rendition of the classic American Steakhouse. The menu at Steakhouse 85 is comprised of fresh and inspiring modern day interpretations of classic American cuisine, served alongside the traditional steakhouse classics we all know and love. The back bone of our menu is without a doubt our beef. Our mouth watering dry aged steaks are rubbed with a simple yet luscious combination of sea salt, black pepper and fresh herbs. They are seared on a 1200 degree cast iron grill and then broiled to your liking. Paired with a large classically designed bar, complete with savvy cocktails and a Wine Spectator award winning wine list, this steakhouse is sure to please.Wine Spectator Award of ExcellenceOfficial Steakhouse of Rutgers Athletics

A photo of The Mauryas Bar and Lounge restaurant

10. The Mauryas Bar and Lounge

4.0

Excellent(78)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Princeton

Booked 9 times today

Mauryas Bar and Lounge offers Indian and New American cuisines with dedication to uncompromised details, we take pride merging traditions and innovations, combing exotic ingredients with contemporary techniques to create an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Located in the Forrestal Village in Princeton, drawing inspiration from surrounding farmlands and the historic Mauryan Empire. The Three-levels establishment catering to various dining experiences, from corporate events to elegant occasions, so join us for an evening of great dining or the 4pm to 7pm Fun Hour experience, we adhere to a casual elegant dress code, please no short or sandals, thank you so much for your patronage.

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Joe
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was excellent and the service was good. Seating could have been better. We sat across the server's station and the kitchen where the ambiance was less than desirable.
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Seasons 52 - PrincetonPrice: Expensive• American• Princeton
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4.8
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SUSANVIP
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Unexpected great experience. Good food. Great service.
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Eno TerraPrice: Expensive• Italian• Princeton
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4.8
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BarbaraVIP
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always love coming to Sophie’s! Delicious and nice setting. Merci!
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Sophie's BistroPrice: Expensive• French• New Brunswick
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4.7
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FrankVIP
New York City •66 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 19, 2025
As always, the food and the service were exceptional. From appetizer to dessert everything was delicious. One of our guests said “I rarely will take any food home from restaurants but I am certainly going to bring home whatever Oso Buco that I have left. It is really good”.
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Luca's Ristorante of SomersetPrice: Expensive• Italian• New Brunswick
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4.8
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Anna
New Jersey •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 19, 2025
Excellent food and outstanding service. Love this place. Whenever we travel through the area or visit Princeton, we absolutely have to have at least one meal there. Tapas are great, you can have a selection of those, true Spanish style. Main dishes are just as good, and cocktails deserve a special shout out. The restaurant is quite spacious, yet I recommend reserving a table, especially if you are visiting during busier times of the day.
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MediterraPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Princeton
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4.7

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