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Metropolitan Cafe, Freehold, NJ

Metropolitan Cafe

4.6
4.6
1631 Reviews
$30 and under
American
8 E Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Free Parking | Seasonal Outdoor Dining
Metropolitan Café in downtown Freehold, NJ offers an upscale yet casual dining experience featuring New American cuisine with a Pacific Rim twist. Enjoy fresh sushi, flavorful small plates, or a full lunch or dinner in our lively dining room or lounge. Sip handcrafted cocktails at our martini bar or explore our Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list. In warmer months, relax with seasonal outdoor dining on our vibrant patio. Whether you're here for a romantic date night, a casual meal, or a celebration, Metropolitan Café delivers bold flavors, great ambiance, and exceptional service. Free parking available. For questions or reservations, please contact us—we look forward to serving you!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Pan-Asian, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ulisses Nova
  • Catering
    From the simplest BBQ to the most elaborate affair, let Metropolitan Cafe bring their great cuisine and professional staff to your home, office or any location.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room is the perfect location for your business meeting, seminar or celebration. Let us design a menu that fits your needs so you can be a guest at your own party.
  • Neighbourhood
    Freehold
  • Cross Street
    South St (Route 79)
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the Market Yard lot in the rear of the restaurant. We also offer complimentary valet on weekends in the Market Yard lot. Additional evening parking available in the Hall of Records lot across the street on Main Street.
  • Public transit
    Bus service to Downtown Freehold, Freehold Borough
  • Entertainment
    Live DJ every Thursday through Saturday Starting at 10:00 pm till closing
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • A Night in Cabo

    US$125.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Please join us for 6 course dinner with a beverage pairing each course Short Rib Empanada Manchego cheese, Mexican Street Corn Salsa Modelo Negro Lobster & Shrimp Taco Avocado, mango, sweet red peppers, cilantro creama Mango Habenero Margherita Grilled Vegetable Enchilada Queso fresco, salsa verde, cotija cheese Casa Azul Blanco Pork Loin Guajillo Spanish rice, tomato, olives, peas, chicharrones Skirt Steak Mojo Criollo Chimichurri, Papas bravas, black beans Casamigos Old Fashioned Tres Leches Flan Rice Pudding Martini
    A Night in Cabo photo

Offers

  • Everyday Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., 4:15 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.,Mon - Thu - 4:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.,Fri - Sat - 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
    Join us for Happy Hour Monday- Thursday 3pm-7pm Friday & Saturday 3pm-5pm & 9pm-11pm Sunday All Day CHEESE PLATE 15 CHICKEN SKEWER- 12 SHRIMP SKEWER- 12 SKIRT STEAK SKEWER-16 DUMPLINGS-12 CRAB & AVOCADO TOAST-16 VEGGIE TOASTS- 12 FRIES-9 TRUFFLE FRIES- 11 FILET MIGNON EGGROLL- 9 SHRIMP SPRING ROLL- 8 SMOKED PORK BELLY BAO- 9 BABY CRABCAKES- 16 SWEET & SPICY CALAMARI & SHRIMP- 16 YELLOWFIN TUNA NACHOS- 15 PANKO SHRIMP-16 SKIRT STEAK TACOS (2)- 14 SPICED VEGGIE TACOS (2)- 12 SHRIMP TACOS (2)- 14 BBQ SHORT RIB (2)- 14 BEER ON DRAFT-6 COORS LIGHT- 5 ALL OTHER BEER $1 HOUSE WINE-6 BOTTLES OF WINE 25% RED OR WHITE SANGRIA- 7 TRADITIONAL VODKA OR GIN MARTINI- 8 STARBURST OR COSMOPOLITAN- 8 OLD FASHIONED- 10 TRADITIONAL MARGARITA- 9 HOUSE MIXED COCKTAILS- 8 ALL OTHER SPECIALTY MIXED DRINSK $2 OFF
    Everyday Happy Hour photo

What 1,631 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Metropolitan Cafe is a vibrant dining spot in the heart of a bustling area, known for "amazing food" and "friendly service." With a diverse menu offering delightful sushi and scampi risotto, it's a favorite for both casual and special occasions. Enjoy "excellent drinks" and a "beautiful atmosphere" at this welcoming venue.
1,631 Reviews
  1. Diana

    New York City15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very tasty, had a nice presentation and nice sized portions. Wait staff was attentive. I would definitely return.

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  2. Lenore

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice anniversary lunch. The restaurant was quiet, comfortable and both food and service were excellent. We will be back

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  3. Anita

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Metropolitan Café is one of our top places to go for dinner or lunch…. Or just drinks. The food is absolutely amazing, the service is so very pleasant and friendly. It’s in the middle of a bustling area of restaurants and activity. It’s just a great place to go.

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  4. Lisa VIP

    New York City44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dinner…always great service and yummy dishes. I loved the scampi risotto, and the sushi was awesome. Always on point Metro!

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  5. Pat VIP

    Miami41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So Tuesday night when many boro restaurants are closed. Good service as usual. Good specials. Went with Brie app. So good. Had Salomon and streak cooked perfectly. Really like this place. Like it better when outside. Good food, drinks and service. Great job.

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  6. elizabeth

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service! Servers were attentive, knowledgeable and kind. Food was delicious!

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  7. Joann

    New York City13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant was quite hectic and it took a bit to get seated. Service was very good and there was a variety of interesting cocktails. I had a corn and crab chowder to start—it was really just a tomato-based soup and didn’t have a lot of crab or corn. My main was the short rib—tasty but not a portion commensurate with an almost $40 price. There was nothing wrong with anything we ate, but it was all quite overpriced.

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  8. AlayneL

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kerry was an amazing waitress! Food was delicious! We will be back!

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  9. Carole VIP

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Metropolitan never disappoints and tonight was no exception!

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  10. A

    New Jersey1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Server was very nice and attentive. Food was disappointing and very pricey for what you get. Had unknown item in kids meal and was offered a replacement but no other gesture that should likely be done for good customer service. Will not personally go back again. Wishing you best of luck but much work to be done to elevate the experience

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FAQs

Metropolitan Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 780-9400.

Metropolitan Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 1631 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Metropolitan Cafe

8 E Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    South St (Route 79)
  • Neighbourhood
    Freehold
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Pan-Asian, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the Market Yard lot in the rear of the restaurant. We also offer complimentary valet on weekends in the Market Yard lot. Additional evening parking available in the Hall of Records lot across the street on Main Street.
  • Public transit
    Bus service to Downtown Freehold, Freehold Borough
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ulisses Nova
  • Entertainment
    Live DJ every Thursday through Saturday Starting at 10:00 pm till closing
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    From the simplest BBQ to the most elaborate affair, let Metropolitan Cafe bring their great cuisine and professional staff to your home, office or any location.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room is the perfect location for your business meeting, seminar or celebration. Let us design a menu that fits your needs so you can be a guest at your own party.
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