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Nero's Grille, Livingston, NJ

Nero's Grille

4.8
4.8
691 Reviews
$30 and under
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 20 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
Now celebrating its 55th year, Nero's Grille continues to be one of north-Jersey's most popular dining scenes. We combine the highest quality, freshest ingredients with a comfortable, familiar atmosphere and service that makes you feel like one of the family. Nero's has become the area's place to see and be seen. Three separate dining rooms, and outdoor patio dining as climate permits, provide a warm, unpretentious intimacy in which to enjoy our high-quality, moderately-priced American and Italian fare, while the large bar area buzzes with the energy of friends gathering over a favorite martini or a glass of wine from Nero's award-winning list. Private rooms are also available, and our banquet staff is noted for making special events 'extra special.' After four decades, the entire Nero's family continues to take enormous pride in offering our guests, new and old, a gracious welcome, a terrific meal, and our sincere appreciation.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 2:30pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Phone number
    (973) 994-1410
  • Website
    http://www.neros.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Our professional staff will help make your next celebration or business function extra special. We'll work closely with you to create a personalized, enjoyable, memorable event . . . at a price to suit every budget.
  • Location
    618 S. Livingston Ave, Livingston, NJ 07039
  • Area
    Livingston
  • Cross Street
    Hobart Gap Rd
  • Parking details
    We have a large parking lot with Valet service 7 nights a week. Self parking is ok. Self parking lunchtime only.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 691 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Essex

    Best Service

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nero's Grille is a cherished neighborhood gem, known for its "excellent food and service." Patrons love the inviting outdoor patio and consistently delicious dishes. Janine, the attentive manager, ensures a pleasant dining experience. Despite occasional service hiccups, "Nero's never disappoints" with its "classic NJ Italian" charm and generous portions.

691 Reviews

  1. Harvey

    New York City

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service always superb. Lots of family celebrating on. Saturday night.

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  2. Robert

    New York City

    312 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    312 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been dining at Nero's for many years. Always excellent food and friendly, attentive service. I have never been disappointed; and, look forward to returning.

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  3. Gail

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Janine is a wonderful hostess and she puts herself out for the costumers

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  4. Rhonda

    New York City

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently delicious food and service . Highly recommend this Livingston staple.

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  5. Robert

    New York City

    312 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    312 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been going to Nero's for many years. Never disappointed. The food, and the service are excellent. Nice selection of wine by the bottle or the glass, reasonably priced.

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  6. Christina

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, attentiveness and quality food!

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  7. Edie

    New York City

    60 reviews

    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ordered a caesear salad with chicken- I must say I liked the old way you used to serve it. This was very unappetizing, as well as clients salad with grilled salmon. Each dish was flat salad on one side chopped chicken on one side- I did not asked for a chopped salad - the chicken should have been in long strips. the salmon was also on one side of the plate. This is the 2nd. time this has occurred. First time spoke w manager and she agreed that the salad presentation was weird. Should be piled up, TOPPED with chicken or salmon. Please speak to chef again and have him get it correct. Thank you-

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  8. Steven

    Los Angeles

    73 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Nero’s was OK — not great but not too bad. We are former residents of Essex County who now live in CA and came to Nero’s with an old friend and we were satisfied with our experience but not particularly impressed.

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  9. Robert

    New York City

    312 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    312 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been dining at Nero's for many years. Never have been disappointed. The food and the service is always excellent. Nice wine list by the glass or bottle. Friendly, courteous, and attentive service.

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  10. Fatherof3

    New York City

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 21 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed our meal at Nero’s Grille. Our waiter, Jaden, was outstanding. The caramel apple bread pudding was amazing.

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FAQs

Nero's Grille offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Nero's Grille also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 994-1410.

Nero's Grille is rated 4.8 stars by 691 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Nero's Grille

618 S. Livingston Ave, Livingston, NJ 07039

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hobart Gap Rd
  • Area
    Livingston
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 2:30pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have a large parking lot with Valet service 7 nights a week. Self parking is ok. Self parking lunchtime only.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.neros.com/
  • Phone number
    (973) 994-1410
  • Private party facilities
    Our professional staff will help make your next celebration or business function extra special. We'll work closely with you to create a personalized, enjoyable, memorable event . . . at a price to suit every budget.
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