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1. Metuchen Inn
4.7
Exceptional(1787)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Metuchen
Booked 9 times today
The historic Metuchen Inn has elegant new decor, same fantastic food and service with a creative new menu. Come see some old friends and make some new. Enjoy our Happy Hour with your hosts Constantine and Victor
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2. LouCás
4.7
Exceptional(1090)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Edison
Booked 38 times today
LouĆas, the collaborative effort between chefs Loucas Sofocli and Alex Charlambous, has set the area standard for excellence in Italian cuisine, with a special emphasis on seafood.
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3. Le Malt Lounge
4.6
Exceptional(767)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Woodbridge
Booked 18 times today
"At Le Malt, food makes an appearance, but cocktails rule" - NY Times.Le Malt Lounge, a trendy Whisky & cocktail restaurant & bar, is located in the heart of New Jersey featuring the largest selection of brown spirits with over 1,000 bottles to choose from.The restaurant has soaring interiors with a refined, yet approachable menu by our James Beard Foundation featured Chef Duke Estime. Also, featuring a thoughtfully-curated spirits program celebrating the great regions of the world, alongside innovative and classically-focused cocktails.
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4. Casa Giuseppe
4.8
Exceptional(278)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Iselin
Booked 10 times today
Casa Giuseppe is a cozy Italian restaurant perfect for special occasions. As one reviewer noted, they offer a 'pre-fixe menu and little special touches like rose napkins' for a romantic Valentine's Day dinner. The ambiance is praised for being 'warm and welcoming' and 'cozy and inviting', and the food is consistently described as 'delicious' and 'fresh'. The exceptional service is also a highlight, making the experience feel 'like family'.
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5. Steakhouse 85
4.8
Exceptional(4061)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • New Brunswick
Booked 62 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
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6. Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar
4.8
Exceptional(2865)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • New Brunswick
Booked 71 times today
We are excited to bring our dream to a reality along with friends and family. We plan to share our love and knowledge of an industry that we are so passionate about and proud to be a part of in our hometown of New Brunswick. Here at Salt, we are creating a modern oyster bar with a hip vibe serving up a large variety of fresh local oysters, as well as oysters from around the US. We will offer a seafood inspired seasonal menu both in our casual bar and our elegant dining room. We will also offer many innovative dishes including a variety of local meats along with plenty of vegetarian options. We aim to create an inviting atmosphere for everyone with our warm décor and friendly staff. Our full bar will feature a variety of signature cocktails and revolving creative small plates. Chef Chris’ passion for food promises consistent exceptional quality and to awaken the palate with bold, fresh flavors in every bite!
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7. The Frog and the Peach
4.5
Awesome(3189)
Price: Expensive
• American • New Brunswick
Booked 28 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.
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8. Sweet Waters Steak House
4.8
Exceptional(1987)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Westfield
Booked 26 times today
If you do not see the day/time you are looking for please call 908.317.2599Established in June of 2001, family owned Sweet Waters Steak House has been called the Crown Jewel of Westfield. Serving the highest quality meats and seafood, combined with excellent service, all in a cozy 60 seat atmosphere. Classic cocktails and a boutique wine list complete the adult dining experience.
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9. Stone House
4.7
Exceptional(2856)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Warren
Booked 36 times today
A captivating blend of rustic cabin and city chic, Stone House at Stirling Ridge is located on 10 acres in the stunning Watchung Mountains of Warren, NJ. From the distressed steel, glass-enclosed two-story wine tower, and wood-burning fireplace, this artfully designed space sets an elegant yet cozy ambiance.Executive Chef David Drake has created a diverse menu, which focuses on unique combination of farm-fresh ingredients, flavorings and spectacular presentation. Stone House is part of the Landmark portfolio, a collection of distinctive restaurants, event spaces and boutique hotels. We also have our very own farms, one of them located on this property.Countless years of experience have taught us that the wow factor is in the details; from innovative menus and handcrafted cocktails to attentive service, your experience with us will be nothing short of extraordinary.à la carte | al fresco | private dining | events
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10. Catherine Lombardi
4.7
Exceptional(2405)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • New Brunswick
Booked 24 times today
Upscale Italian restaurant with homey fare & 2 fireplaces plus a cozy red interior & lively bar.Serving Menus from Stage Left Steak & Catherine Lombardi in the Same Dining Room Mondays-Saturdays. Spring and Summer months seating will be in Stag Left Steak. Fall and Winter in Catherine Lombardi
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