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1. Meximodo - Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Colonia

Booked 127 times today

Official Guinness World Record Title Holder for Most Tequilas/Mezcals at a bar-restaurant in the world!Meximodo is where the roots of classic Mexican cooking are always respected and our modern twists blossom into a fresh, new culinary experience. Located centrally within Metuchen’s plaza, we’re the beating corazón of fun and flavor in town. We’re excited to welcome you into our casa!Most of our ingredients are locally sourced right here in the Garden State. Combining traditional techniques and powerful bold flavors, every dish brings you on a journey through Mexico.We had to go big or go home. Boasting the world's largest tequila selection, our expert mixologists have every tool to craft cocteles made to savor.Whether it’s a fun date night, drinks with friends, or a meal out with the family, Meximodo’s vibrant and warm atmosphere is here to welcome all.

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2. Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2867)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • New Brunswick

Booked 48 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!

3. Fat Cactus

4.1

Excellent(426)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • New Brunswick

Booked 17 times today

Fat Cactus is a blast! With its fun, lively atmosphere, it's the perfect spot for a night out. Reviewers rave about the 'good service', 'fun atmosphere', and 'great food and drinks'. You can even catch mariachi bands or guest DJs on weekends! Plus, you can watch your food being made at the on-site taco truck. It's a vibrant, fun place that's sure to give you a great time.

4. Steakhouse 85

4.8

Exceptional(4067)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • New Brunswick

Booked 61 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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5. Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(897)

Price: Moderate

• Cuban • New Brunswick

Booked 15 times today

Serafin Sarduy brings fun to New Brunswick with the fusion of Cuban and Latin cuisine. Esquina Latina offers a chiq restaurant and lounge atmosphere known for their tapas and authentic Sangrias. Weekend entertainement with live bands and late night dj's. Eat Drink Dance.

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6. Red Lobster - South Plainfield

4.0

Excellent(10)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Woodbridge

Booked 1 time today

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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7. Victoria’s Tratta Italiano

4.3

Awesome(102)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Brunswick

Booked 10 times today

Victoria’s Tratta Italiano, formerly known as Panico’s, has always been known for its classic and innovative Italian cuisine. With our authentic, wood burning, brick oven pizza, we bake some of the best pizza in Middlesex County alongside our hand-crafted specialty pies and a large menu of casual Italian favorites.

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8. Saly G's Restaurant & Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(690)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Warren

Booked 8 times today

A Dining Experience you will always remember. Our elegant dining room as well as our fully stocked bar will give you the opportunity to either enjoy A romantic evening or have a great drink in a great atmosphere. We have it all from the best burger around to our Certified Black Angus steaks. We offer an Italian-American style cuisine with all your favorite dishes, also our mouthwatering dinner specials will be another great addition to your choices. Our wine selection is also one of our great features. We are sure you will be back for more!

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9. Harvest Moon Brewery/Cafe

4.3

Awesome(233)

Price: Moderate

• American • New Brunswick

Booked 9 times today

From handcrafted beers to our unique and flavorful American eclectic menu, Harvest Moon Brewery and Cafe located right in Downtown New Brunswick affords diners the chance to escape from the stresses of daily life. Harvest Moon features a delectable menu along with hand-crafted beer brewed on site all served in a fun & exciting atmosphere that is perfect for the young and old alike.

10. Clydz

4.6

Exceptional(1023)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • New Brunswick

Booked 22 times today

Clydz is a lively New Brunswick destination with a subterranean atmosphere, reminiscent of a 1920's speakeasy. At Clydz, the fare is anything but ordinary. The menu is comprised of small plates and entrees, ranging from a selection of steaks, scallops, duck, house made pastas and desserts.The cuisine is not the only element that sets Clydz apart from the rest. The trendy bar, enhanced by fish tanks and fireplaces, offers adventurous martini and cocktail selections. When making a reservation please keep in mind, tables will only be held 15 minutes past the reservation time. ***Please be advised-If you are dining with us pre-theater, please allow two hours minimum for your stay!If you are making reservations for parties larger than 8 or do not see a reservation available, please call the restaurant at 732-846-6521.We look forward to seeing you.Cheers!

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Brianna
Caribbean •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Really amazing spot. Beautifully decorated, cocktaiks were nicely crafted and service was great. The food came out very quickly, so keep in mind in case you are still finishing an appetizer or looking for a few minutes between courses.
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Meximodo - Cocina Mexicana & Tequila BarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Colonia
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4.4
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nancyVIP
New York City •1164 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent service by Melvin. We were intrigued by some of the specials but find hard to deviate from the date night menu, which is an excellent value with a lot of choices. We shared the honey crisp salad to start. This is split in the kitchen and that makes a difference. The half portion is large with the cheese and pecans is wonderful. We also ordered the calamari, which is delicious but took most of it home as the portion is huge. Entrees were the king salmon, which was expertly prepared, and the filet mignon. There is an up charge but again the portion is large and also came home! We shared the apple tart for dessert which came with ice cream but took the other home. So many different tastes…a really nice evening.
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Steakhouse 85Price: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Brunswick
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4.8
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Robert
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The food and service were excellent. My only disappointment was that they tried to give us a table downstairs, when I reserved the main dining room. We ended up at a table with our back to the front aisle-heavy traffic area. I made this reservation on 11/16/24, so there was no excuse for this inconvenience. Because the overall dining experience was so good, I will definitely be back !
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Salt Seafood & Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• New Brunswick
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4.8
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Edwin
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Everything was excellent, nice customer service and the food was great, very tasty and fresh. Drinks were also on point.
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Esquina Latina Restaurant & LoungePrice: Moderate• Cuban• New Brunswick
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4.6
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Anshumi
New York City •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 5, 2024
really nice food & drinks enjoy going there taking friends & family visiting us out of state as well as out of country they also love the restaurant
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Fat CactusPrice: Moderate• Mexican• New Brunswick
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4.1

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1. Meximodo - Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar

2. Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar

3. Fat Cactus

4. Steakhouse 85

5. Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge

6. Red Lobster - South Plainfield

7. Victoria’s Tratta Italiano

8. Saly G's Restaurant & Tavern

9. Harvest Moon Brewery/Cafe

10. Clydz

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