NICO Kitchen + Bar

Name: NICO Kitchen + Bar
Address: One Center Street, Newark, NJ, United States, 07102
Telephone: (973) 297-5855
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

4.1

1885 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 6 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

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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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bistro, American
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–8:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(973) 297-5855
Website
http://www.nicokitchenbar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Andrew Watterson
Catering
We can cater any event from breakfasts, lunches or dinners, private parties, corporate events, weddings or Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Private party facilities
We offer elegant private dining options for special events at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, NJ.
Private party contact
Dina Johnson : (973) 468-8566

Location
One Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102
Neighbourhood
Newark
Cross Street
Mulberry Street
Parking details
NICO offers free parking with validation on non-show nights only (although not in conjunction with any NJPAC performance)
Public transit
Newark Light Rail - NJPAC . Please note: we are under construction and above ground lots are closed. Park in Military Park Garage and follow signs by the box office on how to enter Nico.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

coco mojitoUS$13.00
koloa coconut rum, lime, mint
blueberry vodka smashUS$14.00
belvedere vodka, lime, blueberry, mint
ruby red gimletUS$14.00
botanist gin, grapefruit, lime
passion-ritaUS$15.00
patron silver, passion fruit, orange, lime
bourbon muleUS$13.00
high west bourbon, lemon, hibiscus, ginger
blue paradiseUS$13.00
koloa rum, orange, pineapple, lime
the churchillUS$14.00
dewars scotch, sweet vermouth, orange
classic sidecarUS$14.00
nyak cognac, orange, lemon

Beers on Tap

local beers from Newark Local, Hoboken Brewing, Brix City, Cape May, and Brooklyn Brewery. ask your server for current selections

Beers Cans + Bottles

corona extra 4.6% abvUS$10.00
- bottleUS$10.00
yuengling lager 4.5% abvUS$9.00
- bottleUS$9.00
heineken lager 5% abvUS$10.00
- bottleUS$10.00
miller lite 4.2% abvUS$9.00
- bottleUS$9.00
pilsner urquell pilsner 4.4% AbvUS$10.00
- bottleUS$10.00
guinness stout 4.2% abvUS$11.00
- draught canUS$11.00
athletic run wild non-alcoholic IPAUS$9.00
less than 0.5% abv
- canUS$9.00

Wine by the Glass

avissi proseccoUS$13.00
- glassUS$13.00
chapoutier belleruch roséUS$13.00
- glassUS$13.00
ruffino lumina pinot grigioUS$11.00
- glassUS$11.00
conundrum white blendUS$13.00
- glassUS$13.00
mcbride sisters sauvignon blancUS$13.00
- glassUS$13.00
meiomi chardonnayUS$13.00
- glassUS$13.00
seasun pinot noirUS$13.00
- glassUS$13.00
highlands 41 "black granite red blendUS$12.00
- glassUS$12.00
hess shirtail cabernet sauvignonUS$13.00
- glassUS$13.00
domaine chandon brutUS$16.00
- mini splitUS$16.00
moet & chandon imperial brutUS$33.00
- mini splitUS$33.00

Non-Alcoholic

coke, diet coke, sprite, gingerale, lemonadeUS$5.00
orange, cranberry, pineapple juiceUS$6.00
coffeeUS$5.00
saratoga still or sparkling waterUS$9.00
- 1L bottleUS$9.00
teaUS$5.00
espresso, cappuccino, latteUS$6.00

What 1,885 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

NICO Kitchen + Bar, conveniently located in NJPAC, offers a warm and friendly atmosphere with attentive staff and delicious food. Guests appreciate its "great service" and "lovely ambience," making it perfect for pre-show dining. Though prices are high, the overall experience, including "scrumptious food," makes it a worthwhile visit.

1,885 Reviews

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Pia
VIP
New York City
38 reviews
2.0
38 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Our reservation was at 630 before an 8pm show. It was a good thing we got there at 6, because we did not get out until 750! The prices are extremely high for cafeteria level food. Best stick with the burger , which none of us ordered, but should have. The “margarita pizza” looked like a DiGiorno. The special seafood ravioli was very fishy. The biscuits were ok. The beet salad was actually a huge arugula salad with about four slivers of beets on the bottom. Dressing was meh. Shrimp to accompany were poached not grilled. Yuck. Steak was recommended and was nothing to write home about but of course the most expensive item on the menu. Expresso/cappuccino machine not working on a Saturday night. Go to a Spanish restaurant or eat at home beforehand. Don’t waste your money here.
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Elizabeth
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service is top-notch and attentive, love the cocktails and solid menu. Perfect pairing with a concert at NYPAC! Makes the evening! Thanks so much!
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elizabeth
New York City
9 reviews
2.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Sub optimal experience tonight at Nico. The wait staff was very attentive and helpful, but the food was extremely slow in coming and was poor quality. Presentation was zero. We were in the restaurant for one and a half hours and service was so slow that we were not even offered a dessert menu because our show was starting. We will not be coming back.
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James
VIP
Philadelphia
16 reviews
1.0
16 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Arrive at 550 for our 6pm reservation. Seated right away , server was terrific however food took way too long to arrive, we had to rush to get to the show at 8, when food did arrive it was cold
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Margaret
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A really great place for lunch when you’re seeing an event at NJPAC. Great cocktails, delicious food, and a nice Jersey-local ambience that’s hip and sophisticated.
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Steven
VIP
New York City
205 reviews
3.0
205 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I have eaten at Nico’s many times because rather disappointed during this visit. My risotto was served cold, and the shrimp scampi portion ordered by another member of our party was extremely small for the price. Considering the dish has pasta in it, which is quite inexpensive. The price for the total dish was ridiculous. Well, food has gone up Nico’s pricing. It’s a bit off the wall, considering what they are giving you.
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Lisa
VIP
New York City
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Nico's is located in the NJPAC building so it is the most convenient place to eat when you're going to a concert. There are very few choices for a sit down dinner if you're going to the NJPAC & and you don't want to move your car from the garage. (Across the street is Swahili Village & a restaurant in the Robert treat hotel). The staff it goes is wonderful and the service was fast because they know you were going to see a performance. But, the food is OK and very overpriced. The back room of the restaurant i is barren and & it feels like you're eating at dining hall. The ambience and decor in the first two rooms is very nice.
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Carl
New York City
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always a pleasure! Good personnel make for a good experience.
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Patricia
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fun delicious cocktails, nice selection of apps and entrees including our vegetarian and gluten free friend. Lovely atmosphere and gracious waitstaff
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Gloria
VIP
New York City
51 reviews
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and very pleasant environment. There were 7 in our party and we all enjoyed ourselves. The service was outstanding and we very much enjoyed the food and drink. We'll be back!
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FAQs

NICO Kitchen + Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 297-5855.

NICO Kitchen + Bar is rated 4.1 stars by 1885 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

One Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102

Additional information

Cross Street
Mulberry Street
Neighbourhood
Newark
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–8:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bistro, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
NICO offers free parking with validation on non-show nights only (although not in conjunction with any NJPAC performance)
Public transit
Newark Light Rail - NJPAC . Please note: we are under construction and above ground lots are closed. Park in Military Park Garage and follow signs by the box office on how to enter Nico.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Andrew Watterson
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.nicokitchenbar.com/
Phone number
(973) 297-5855
Catering
We can cater any event from breakfasts, lunches or dinners, private parties, corporate events, weddings or Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Private party facilities
We offer elegant private dining options for special events at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, NJ.
Private party contact
Dina Johnson : (973) 468-8566

NICO Kitchen + Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Cocktails

coco mojitoUS$13.00

blueberry vodka smashUS$14.00

ruby red gimletUS$14.00

passion-ritaUS$15.00

bourbon muleUS$13.00

blue paradiseUS$13.00

the churchillUS$14.00

classic sidecarUS$14.00

Beers on Tap

Beers Cans + Bottles

corona extra 4.6% abvUS$10.00

yuengling lager 4.5% abvUS$9.00

heineken lager 5% abvUS$10.00

miller lite 4.2% abvUS$9.00

pilsner urquell pilsner 4.4% AbvUS$10.00

guinness stout 4.2% abvUS$11.00

athletic run wild non-alcoholic IPAUS$9.00

Wine by the Glass

avissi proseccoUS$13.00

chapoutier belleruch roséUS$13.00

ruffino lumina pinot grigioUS$11.00

conundrum white blendUS$13.00

mcbride sisters sauvignon blancUS$13.00

meiomi chardonnayUS$13.00

seasun pinot noirUS$13.00

highlands 41 "black granite red blendUS$12.00

hess shirtail cabernet sauvignonUS$13.00

domaine chandon brutUS$16.00

moet & chandon imperial brutUS$33.00

Non-Alcoholic

coke, diet coke, sprite, gingerale, lemonadeUS$5.00

orange, cranberry, pineapple juiceUS$6.00

coffeeUS$5.00

saratoga still or sparkling waterUS$9.00

teaUS$5.00

espresso, cappuccino, latteUS$6.00

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Review summary

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