A Salute

4.4

531 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

74 Main St, Matawan, NJ 07747-2629

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2 people

Apr 26, 2025

April 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem

VOTED #1 FOR BEST ITALIAN FOOD ON THE EAST COAST BY BAYCITIZEN.ORG!!!

A Salute is an Italian restaurant & full service cocktail bar located in an 1850 Church on Main Street in Matawan, NJ (Three minute walk from train station). The 170 year old building has kept its character and warmth to provide a comfortable setting for families and friends to enjoy a great lunch or dinner. Outdoor dining with a full service bar and oversized patio.

Karaoke every Friday Night!

Lunch Available daily from 11:30-3:30pm. Happy Hour daily from 3:00pm-6:00pm featuring 1/2 off drinks and select appetizers. Dinner begins at 4:00pm.

We are now offering a $60 pp Family Style Dinner, 7 Days a week, incl. holidays. Minimum 2 ppl required. Kids 10 and Under Eat Free!

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary Italian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(732) 566-0267
Website
https://www.asalutenj.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chef Nick Freire
Catering
Catering Available All Year, everyday.
Private party facilities
Indoor / Outdoor Parties

Location
74 Main St, Matawan, NJ 07747-2629
Neighbourhood
Matawan
Cross Street
North st
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
A quick walk from the Aberdeen/Matawan Train Station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Weekday Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Please come join us for our weekday Happy Hour from 3pm-7pm! 1/2 PRICE WINE, BEERS AND COCKTAILS. Select appetizers HALF OFF!!! Available at our Bar Area Monday- Friday!
New Lunch Menu!
Multiple dates available
Mon - Sat - 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Come try our new lunch menu, offered Monday-Saturday 11:30 am - 3:30 pm! You won't be disappointed!
$60 Per Person Family Style Dinner
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:30 a.m. - 7:45 p.m.,Mon - Thu - 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.,Fri - Sat - 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
Offered 7 Days a Week | Tax and Gratuity Not Included | Children 12 and Under Included Includes: Wine, Sangria, & Draft Beer Cold Antipasto Baked Clams Fried Calamari Margherita Detroit Style Pizza Eggplant Parmigiana Penne Vodka or Rigatoni Pomodoro Skirt Steak Chicken Francese Coffee & Dessert

Popular dishes

What 531 people are saying

A Salute reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Loved For

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

A Salute impresses with its "amazing atmosphere," delightful Italian cuisine, and attentive service. Diners rave about the "delicious family style meals" and "authentic flavors." The converted church venue adds a unique charm, complemented by "friendly staff" and "excellent food." It's a must-visit for both locals and travelers.

531 Reviews

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Annette
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was very good. The service was great and we had a most enjoyable Easter dinner. We will definitely go back there. Looks like a great place for summer with the bar outside and the comfortable chairs on the patio
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Troy
New Jersey1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time and won’t be our last. Wings and calamari was very good and drinks were on point. Coming back!!!!
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Teresa
New Jersey1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came last year for a party I was invited to. Everyone was loving the food as we were. I came back with husband and he loved it also. This place is awesome.
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Lucy
New Jersey1 review
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is awesome. The pork chop was excellent. We will definitely be coming back. The service was good and the ambience is nice.
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Mary
New Jersey1 review
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came here for the first time been hearing about it finally made it and I have to say I will be a regular customer here. The staff was nice and friendly and the food was delicious and the prices were fair.
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Gina
New Jersey1 review
5.0
Dined on April 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had such a pleasant time and this venue is awesome. All the apps and entrees were delicious and our server was super accommodating!
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Ryan
New Jersey1 review
5.0
Dined on April 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We been hearing about this place for months and we finat tried it out and we weren’t disappointed at all. Everything was good and staff was super nice
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Michael
New Jersey15 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely! Here’s a more exciting version: "The atmosphere was vibrant, the service was top-notch, and the food was absolutely mouthwatering! I highly recommend this place for an unforgettable date night or a fun evening out with friends and family. You won’t be disappointed!"
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Chad
New Jersey1 review
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is great, the food, the service and the family style meal was so delicious. I’m definitely coming back and I will recommend to all my friends.
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Clint
New Jersey1 review
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful dinner at this restaurant. The menu has a lot of choice. The atmosphere is pleasant and the staff were very pleasant and provided excellent friendly service. Definitely go here!
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FAQs

A Salute does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. A Salute also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 566-0267.

A Salute is rated 4.4 stars by 531 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 12 times today

74 Main St, Matawan, NJ 07747-2629

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
North st
Neighbourhood
Matawan
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
A quick walk from the Aberdeen/Matawan Train Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Nick Freire
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.asalutenj.com/
Phone number
(732) 566-0267
Catering
Catering Available All Year, everyday.
Private party facilities
Indoor / Outdoor Parties

A Salute

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Offers

Weekday Happy Hour

New Lunch Menu!

$60 Per Person Family Style Dinner

Popular dishes

Skirt Steak

Pork Chop

White Pizza

Menu

Includes:

Wine, Sangria, & Draft Beer

Cold Antipasto

Baked Clams

Fried Calamari

Margherita Detroit Style Pizza

Eggplant Parmigiana

Penne Vodka or Rigatoni Pomodoro

Skirt Steak

Chicken Francese

Coffee & Dessert

What 531 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does A Salute offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is A Salute restaurant rated?

Is A Salute currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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