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Finnbar, Frenchtown, NJ

Finnbar

4.9
4.9
235 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
A lively bar & restaurant with seasonal, produce- driven food, well-made cocktails & and the best local beers & natural wines. Our Chef, Cal Peternell, is an acclaimed cookbook author and was the head chef for many years at Alice Waters' influential Chez Panisse in Berkeley, CA. Join us for celebrations, a casual beer and a snack, or just to say hello.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Italian, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (908) 465-0021
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 235 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey

    Innovative

  • New Jersey

    Mediterranean

  • Hunterdon

    Best Overall

  • Hunterdon

    Best Food

  • Hunterdon

    Best Service

  • Hunterdon

    Best Ambience

  • Hunterdon

    Best Value

  • Hunterdon

    Good for groups

  • Hunterdon

    Healthy

  • Hunterdon

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Hunterdon

    Romantic

  • Hunterdon

    Good for special occasions

  • Hunterdon

    Lively

  • Hunterdon

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Finnbar is a charming dining destination in Frenchtown, offering "superb food" and a "warm, inviting atmosphere." The restaurant is praised for its "creative and delicious" dishes, with a menu that changes daily, featuring local ingredients. Guests appreciate the "friendly, knowledgeable staff" and the restaurant's commitment to community support.

235 Reviews
  1. Heather

    VIP

    New York City

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We tried several dishes. All were colorfully and festively presented with no sacrifice on taste. Unique and enjoyable food and atmosphere, an experience to remember

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  2. Tom

    VIP

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Just an unbelievable surprise. Incredible food, ambitious menu, great vibes. Will dine again!

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  3. Joanne

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waiter was beyond very nice & food was exceptional!

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  4. Eric

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite places, Finnbar never disappoints. With the best crew; knowledgeable, impassioned, and friendly. Great, cozy digs; the draft-stopping drapes and new acoustical panels made a huge difference in creating our recent snug experience. And the food is simply the best around; seasonal, fresh, inventive, and creative without being twee or too much. The love shines through in every way at this special spot, where there's something for everyone and everyone is welcome. So glad your here Finnbar, thank you!

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  5. Chet

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've driven by this place for over a year and always thought it was just a bar and inn as the sign says out front. Finally went in and discovered the most delicious food served in a beautiful atmosphere. And they donate most of their profits to a local charity. It's our new favorite restaurant in the area.

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  6. Gabino

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Two of us each had two starters, an entrée, and dessert. The food was exquisite! The attention to ingredients, balance, and selection in each dish was remarkable. We couldn't pick a favorite plate between the two of us. The service was also excellent; every person we encountered seemed genuinely appreciative and happy to share in the experience. Finn Bar is highly recommended!

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  7. Lee

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Finnbar is a one of my favorite restaurants in the area. The chef is an icon in the restaurant industry so the food is always exciting and delicious. The ambiance is cozy and inviting. The service is top notch, with friendly knowledgeable and helpful staff. I highly recommend giving it a try

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  8. Ogden

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite spot! The staff are always lovely. We met Melanie last night! Excellent waitress! Fun personality and great recommendations!!

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  9. Elizabeth

    VIP

    Caribbean

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Finnbar is a beautiful restaurant in a quaint little town. The service was very good. But... they change their entire menu daily. So, you don't know what you will have to choose from on any given night. Last night, given the choices, I struggled to find an appetizer and an entree that worked for me. Had I known I would be there on an "all Mediterranean" night, I would have passed and gone somewhere else. It would be better if they offered some standard staples to choose from on any given day. What I got was ok, but not at all what I had had in mind. I don't like to have to pay so much for a meal I didn't really want or enjoy. Also, they have no sodas (Coke/Diet Coke), and no sugar substitutes for adding to coffee or tea, also knocking this place down a peg for me.

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  10. Brian

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service and experience. A must visit if you are staying anywhere near the river towns.

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Finnbar is rated 4.9 stars by 235 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Finnbar

7 Bridge St, Frenchtown, NJ 08825-1201

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Frenchtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Italian, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
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