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1. Catherine Lombardi
4.8
Exceptional(2440)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • New Brunswick
Booked 10 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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2. Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar
4.8
Exceptional(2931)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • New Brunswick
Booked 19 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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3. Steakhouse 85
4.8
Exceptional(4125)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • New Brunswick
Booked 50 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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4. Clydz
4.4
Awesome(1032)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • New Brunswick
Booked 9 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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5. Sophie's Bistro
4.7
Exceptional(1744)
Price: Expensive
• French • New Brunswick
Booked 1 time 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
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6. Metuchen Inn
4.6
Exceptional(1813)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Metuchen
Booked 8 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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7. Victoria’s Tratta Italiano
4.4
Awesome(116)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • New Brunswick
Booked 11 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. Twenty/20 Taphouse Somerset
new
4.0
Excellent(3)
Price: Moderate
• American • Piscataway
## Twenty/20 Taphouse: Where Craft Beer Meets Elevated Pub Fare Step into Twenty/20 Taphouse and discover a haven for craft beer enthusiasts and foodies alike. This upscale gastropub boasts over 40 carefully curated craft beers, with a spotlight on the finest brews from New Jersey's thriving craft beer scene. The expansive space features a stunning 360-degree bar, inviting you to gather with friends and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. Settle into cozy booths or communal seating, and let the warm, rustic-industrial ambiance wash over you. Twenty/20's menu is a culinary journey, featuring locally inspired dishes crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients. From elevated pub classics with a modern twist to trendy comfort food and vegetarian options, there's something to tantalize every taste bud. Indulge in juicy burgers, crisp salads, creative entrees, and mouthwatering pizzas, all prepared in-house by our talented chefs. Don't forget to pair your meal with a hand-crafted cocktail or a perfectly poured craft beer. Whether you're catching the big game on our HD TVs, enjoying a lively night out with friends, or simply seeking a delicious meal in a welcoming environment,
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9. Lukas's Seafood & Grille
4.5
Awesome(929)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Warren
Booked 3 times today
Lukas' Seafood-Steak-Bar is truly a family establishment - three brothers and a close family friend came together to bring Central New Jersey the freshest seafood and finest meats. Lukas' is the fourth restaurant Sonny and Roberto have opened together, both sharing the philosophy that only a truly authentic taste of Mediterranean cooking and culture would provide guests with an incomparable dining experience. Come join us for lunch, brunch, dinner, or happy hour at our full bar to see what delectable options we have to offer!
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10. Ovations
4.8
Exceptional(285)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • New Brunswick
Booked 2 times today
Outdoor dining available!In the heart of South Bound Brook, Ovations serves a unique culinary fusion featuring sumptuous American and Italian cuisines in its relaxing and friendly eatery. For starters, enjoy the jumbo coconut shrimp with sesame garlic sauce and the homemade rice balls, which display Ovations inventive aesthetic. Some of the house specialties include the pan seared scallops and shrimp with white wine sauce served over risotto, the braised boneless short ribs baked with port wine and plum tomatoes and the chicken Giardiniera with arugula, mozzarella, tomato, red onion and balsamic vinaigrette..

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  • Adrian
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food is always fresh and delicious. Staff is very professional and hospitable. We ate downstairs for the first time and were pleasantly surprised by the ambiance. We had the Crispy Squid (with Sweety drop pepper, white onion, balsamic vinaigrette), “Key West” Florida Grouper (Coconut-panko crust, citrus basmati, charred broccolini, lump crab, avocado key lime butter) and Red Snapper w/ Spicy Potato & Herb Butter (Crispy yukon potato, cherry pepper, aspiration, basil, crispy leek). Possibly our new favorite New Brunswick restaurant.
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    Salt Seafood & Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• New Brunswick
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    4.8
  • Manuel
    Las Vegas •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Frequently visit here. Our server Armond/Armand (not sure of the spelling) is always amazing! Friendly, helpful with suggestions, always happy when we find out he will be taking care of us.
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    ClydzPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• New Brunswick
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    4.4
  • WMfamily5VIP
    Virginia •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Thoroughly enjoyed dining at Catherine Lombardi’s. Ambience, staff and food were perfect for a Valentine’s dinner.
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    Catherine LombardiPrice: Expensive• Italian• New Brunswick
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    4.8
  • MarioVIP
    California Central Coast •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    This was our first visit to Steakhouse 85. We enjoyed the whole experience. The food, service, value and ambiance were top of the line. We were there on their Date Night. For $125 a couple, you get an appetizer, entree, desert and bottle of wine from their short list. The selections for Date Night gave us good choices and we chose things that we were going to order originally. I will definitely go back and highly recommend it!
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    Steakhouse 85Price: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Brunswick
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    4.8
  • Madeline
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 12, 2025
    We did the cookie decorating experience. Service was great and attentive!
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    The Cozy CupPrice: Moderate• Afternoon Tea• Mount Vernon
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    5

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