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1. Steakhouse 85
4.8
Exceptional(4070)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • New Brunswick
Booked 56 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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2. Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar
4.8
Exceptional(2868)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • New Brunswick
Booked 45 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. The Frog and the Peach
4.5
Awesome(3190)
Price: Expensive
• American • New Brunswick
Booked 12 times today
The Frog &The Peach is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant and bar serving Chef Bruce Lefebvre's innovative American cuisine with thoughtful service, in a lively, upscale industrial space. We are centrally located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, between Philadelphia and New York City. Our bar is first come-first served, where you can enjoy the full menu and experience! For private events or parties of 12 or more please call Maria Mattera at (856) 271-2222.PARKING: We have a small parking lot that is for our valet services only. The Hyatt Hotel Church St. parking garages are one block away. See you in New Brunswick! The Frog & The Peach reserves the right to change or modify any terms and conditions listed on non-directly affiliated services, at any time. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the revisions on our main website.
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4. Catherine Lombardi
4.7
Exceptional(2412)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • New Brunswick
Booked 8 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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5. Metuchen Inn
4.7
Exceptional(1789)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Metuchen
Booked 7 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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6. Clydz
4.6
Exceptional(1023)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • New Brunswick
Booked 30 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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7. Sophie's Bistro
4.7
Exceptional(1721)
Price: Expensive
• French • New Brunswick
Booked 10 times 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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8. Lukas's Seafood & Grille
4.4
Awesome(914)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Warren
Booked 17 times today
Lukas's Seafood & Grille is a family-owned restaurant known for its fresh seafood and finest meats. Reviews rave about the fantastic food and excellent service, calling it the perfect place for a special occasion. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, with a great bar and a nice wine list. The staff is friendly and accommodating, making the dining experience truly memorable.
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9. Harvest Moon Brewery/Cafe
4.3
Awesome(233)
Price: Moderate
• American • New Brunswick
Booked 15 times today
From handcrafted beers to our unique and flavorful American eclectic menu, Harvest Moon Brewery and Cafe located right in Downtown New Brunswick affords diners the chance to escape from the stresses of daily life. Harvest Moon features a delectable menu along with hand-crafted beer brewed on site all served in a fun & exciting atmosphere that is perfect for the young and old alike.
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10. Stone House
4.7
Exceptional(2858)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Warren
Booked 17 times today
A captivating blend of rustic cabin and city chic, Stone House at Stirling Ridge is located on 10 acres in the stunning Watchung Mountains of Warren, NJ. From the distressed steel, glass-enclosed two-story wine tower, and wood-burning fireplace, this artfully designed space sets an elegant yet cozy ambiance.Executive Chef David Drake has created a diverse menu, which focuses on unique combination of farm-fresh ingredients, flavorings and spectacular presentation. Stone House is part of the Landmark portfolio, a collection of distinctive restaurants, event spaces and boutique hotels. We also have our very own farms, one of them located on this property.Countless years of experience have taught us that the wow factor is in the details; from innovative menus and handcrafted cocktails to attentive service, your experience with us will be nothing short of extraordinary.à la carte | al fresco | private dining | events
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  • Melanie
    Philadelphia County •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    My girlfriend & I had a wonderful time! Appetizer & drinks at the bar were awesome! And watching all the amazing drinks the bartenders were making. Our meal was superb! It was so beautifully decorated for the holidays! Every meal I’ve had at Catherine Lombard has been fabulous along with the service, selection, ambiance & wine & drink selection is excellent! They even brought out a wonderful dessert for my birthday!
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    Catherine LombardiPrice: Expensive• Italian• New Brunswick
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    4.7
  • nancyVIP
    New York City •1164 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Excellent service by Melvin. We were intrigued by some of the specials but find hard to deviate from the date night menu, which is an excellent value with a lot of choices. We shared the honey crisp salad to start. This is split in the kitchen and that makes a difference. The half portion is large with the cheese and pecans is wonderful. We also ordered the calamari, which is delicious but took most of it home as the portion is huge. Entrees were the king salmon, which was expertly prepared, and the filet mignon. There is an up charge but again the portion is large and also came home! We shared the apple tart for dessert which came with ice cream but took the other home. So many different tastes…a really nice evening.
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    Steakhouse 85Price: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Brunswick
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    4.8
  • Robert
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 24 Dec 2024
    The food and service were excellent. My only disappointment was that they tried to give us a table downstairs, when I reserved the main dining room. We ended up at a table with our back to the front aisle-heavy traffic area. I made this reservation on 11/16/24, so there was no excuse for this inconvenience. Because the overall dining experience was so good, I will definitely be back !
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    Salt Seafood & Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• New Brunswick
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    4.8
  • Elizabeth
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 24 Dec 2024
    Our waiter Alexander was wonderful and the food was delicious! A perfect Christmas Eve dinner with my family!
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    Metuchen InnPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Metuchen
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    4.7
  • SherylVIP
    New York City •474 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 22 Dec 2024
    Good spot for brunch in New Brunswick - service was great: attentive but allowed us to sit and visit without chasing us out. Creative menu. Recommend the smoked salmon starter and the duck (which I got topped on the kale salad) was yummy.
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    The Frog and the PeachPrice: Expensive• American• New Brunswick
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    4.5

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