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1. Swahili Village OTS
4.4
Awesome(376)
Price: Expensive
• African • Newark
Booked 15 times today
Coming Soon!
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2. Adega Grill
4.6
Exceptional(1190)
Price: Expensive
• Portuguese • Newark
Booked 9 times today
From the moment you enter, tones of old world yellows, stone fireplaces, wrought iron cellar gates and sconces, soft candlelight, coves with upholstered sofa seating and friendly staff, it's an undeniable inviting space, nothing short of extraordinary. Two special occasion tables with antique throne chairs and live piano music add to the intimacy. Two romantic dining rooms cater to an elegant crowd, while the long narrow bar gathers a friendly and fun bunch nightly.The cuisine truly upholds the name of Fine Portuguese/Spanish Dining, seafood and fish, organic meats, the freshest ingredients and to maintain the tradition, huge portions are to be expected. The menu is seasonal and in addition to a varied selection of delectable dishes to satisfy any palette, daily specials are always featured. The wine list with over 180 selections is an ambitious one that keeps growing, but sure not to disappoint the discriminating connoisseur.
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3. NICO Kitchen + Bar
4.2
Awesome(1899)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Newark
Booked 6 times today
Unwind from the grind at NICO, Newark's most relaxing space. Savor our American menu and the best fries you've ever had. NICO is the perfect place to meet up with friends after work, enjoy a pre-show meal before your NJPAC performance.. Our award-winning team is always here to bring you good times, great music, and delicious vibes.
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4. Felina Steak - South Orange
new
4.3
Awesome(9)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • South Orange
Booked 20 times today
Felina Steak South Orange is the latest chapter in the Felina story, extending the award-winning legacy of Felina Ridgewood, Felina Summit, and Felina Steak Jersey City. Rooted in our signature blend of red sauce luxury and New Jersey attitude, Felina Steak is where bold flavors, impeccable hospitality, craft cocktails, and familiar Italian American cuisine come together in a dynamic, setting.We are proud to be part of the South Orange Community and are thrilled to welcome you back on Wednesday February 26! We will be open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday. 12-3pm & 5-10pm. Reserve now!
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5. The Taste of Brazil
3.7
Very Good(58)
Price: Very Expensive
• Brazilian • Newark
Booked 5 times today
A unique dining experience and authentic Brazilian cuisine (Rodizio style) ready to serve you a fresh and tasteful selection of meats and an amazing salad bar. Taste every moment!
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6. Q'Tal Bar & Grill
3.8
Excellent(49)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Newark
Booked 1 time today
Q'tal is a Multicultural restaurant serving a mix of New American dishes with Brazilian and Italian influence in Kearny NJ. We offer a complete experience from beginning to end in our dining room, bar, and cozy back patio. Behind our glass kitchen is Executive Chef, Edney Moreira, who takes pride in creating our unique menu and ensuring dishes are always fresh, as well as incorporating handmade ingredients such as our bread and pasta. We also have signature cocktails with a focus on beautiful and fresh ingredients, selected wine list and beer list.​
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7. Casa Nova Grill (Brazilian Rodízio)
3.8
Excellent(37)
Price: Expensive
• Brazilian Steakhouse • Newark
Booked 4 times today
Casa Nova Grill specializes in providing the best Brazilian food and barbecue (rodizio). We are a five-star restaurant, rated by New York Times as a five-star rodizio in the trip-state area. Owned and operated by Jose Moreira, a pioneer restauranteur in Newark, New Jersey, Casa Nova Grill was opened on November 30, 1992. We proudly serve, with a seating area of 250, with a private party room. We provide catering services and provide full party planning and execution for baptisms, children's birthday parties, weddings, and any other special occasion! We provide our customers with a convenient parking lot across the premises.
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8. The Table
4.6
Exceptional(59)
Price: Moderate
• American • Jersey City
Booked 5 times today
Serving up elevated comfort foods and craft cocktails inside, The Table is a light filled industrial space with farmhouse details, nested within 3 Acres. With over 75 seats, easy parking, and accommodations for large groups and events, we offer an excellent destination for foodies, locals and visitors alike.Stop by for our mouthwatering selection of elevated comfort foods including rotisserie chicken for two, a juicy burger or a fresh salad from Chef Dan Latham - formerly of Latham House.
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9. Antique Garage Tribeca
4.5
Awesome(483)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • TriBeCa
Booked 7 times today
One of the Soho's little gems opening up its doors to Tribeca with well-picked antiques and offers an eclectic, unique and romantic ambiance, charming and elegant in the tradition of old New York. We serve lunch and dinner daily as well as brunch on weekends, accompanied by live jazz music. For parties of 12 or more, Antique Garage offers a prix fixe menu. Antique Garage is delighted to welcome larger parties and private events. To plan a party at Antique Garage, please contact us.
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10. Chez Josephine
4.5
Awesome(7662)
Price: Expensive
• French • Theater District
Booked 35 times today
The last of its kind near 42nd Street, Chez Josephine is a neighborhood gem founded in 1986 by Jean-Claude Baker as a tribute to legendary Josephine Baker. This Parisian bistro offers live piano music and a tantalizing menu in an intimate setting of red velvet walls, a cavalcade of chandeliers and a blue-tin ceiling. Guests receive a warm welcoming and are treated as family whether coming before a show, after the show, for a leisurely dinner in-between, or a drink at the bar.Chez Josephine draws a crowd unlike any other in New York as food critic Bryan Miller noted when he wrote: “The dining room is a confluence of the famous and the fashionable, the infamous and unsung – with every shade of skin on earth – and indeed you feel the magic of Chez Josephine.”

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  • Stacy
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Very nice restaurant to eat at.. especially before a show, food was delicious and servers were very friendly and attentive, I will definitely be back
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    NICO Kitchen + BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newark
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    4.2
  • OpenTable Diner
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We had a great dining experience here. The Tomahawk steak was delicious and carving it table side was a classy touch. Service was perfect. Had multiple people checking on us throughout our meal. The staff seems very supportive of one another checking on each others tables. The crème brûlée for dessert was fantastic. I highly recommend this restaurant and can’t wait to go back.
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    Felina Steak - South OrangePrice: Expensive• Italian• South Orange
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    4.3
  • josephVIP
    New York City •16 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Excellent food, service was ok until we finished our entrees then it slowed. Prices were more than fair. The
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    Adega GrillPrice: Expensive• Portuguese• Newark
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    4.6
  • JoeC
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 2, 2025
    The wait staff was so helpful and nice. The food was outstanding. We had a goat appetizer and then had a beef stew with coconut milked spinach and a delicious rice dish. My dining partner had the grilled chicken. Both were delicious. The manager came by and chatted and shared stories and connections to Africa. Highly recommend this place and we can’t wait to try it when they open in NYC
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    Swahili Village OTSPrice: Expensive• African• Newark
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    4.4
  • Jea9
    New York City •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 27, 2025
    We had a wonderful time celebrating our friends birthday. The staff went above and beyond accommodating us and what a great ending with a happy birthday celebration of the waiters singing to our friend. Thank you for having us we will be back.
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    The Taste of BrazilPrice: Very Expensive• Brazilian• Newark
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    3.7

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