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Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Short Hills

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A photo of Fiorino restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1876)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Summit
Booked 15 times today
A taste of Tuscany in downtown summit!!! The expertly prepared food at Fiorino is based on classic dishes of the Tuscany region. The atmosphere is relaxed-upscale, energetic, and friendly.
A photo of Benihana - Short Hills, NJ restaurant
4.0
Excellent(2603)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Short Hills
Booked 76 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
A photo of Scalini Fedeli - Chatham restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2522)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Chatham
Booked 21 times today
Scalini Fedeli was opened by chef-owner Michael Cetrulo in 1995 and very quickly became New Jersey's highest rated Italian restaurant. Rated excellent by the New York Times in 1996 and New Jersey's favorite restaurant in Zagat's Survey in 2001 and New Jersey Monthly's best Italian and top 25 overall in 2007. Highlights from the menu include soft egg yolk raviolo with black truffle butter, pignoli crusted salmon with artichoke and mint agnolotti in a light tomato and basil broth and braised short ribs of beef with a cherry pepper and port glaze. Set in an historic building built in 1740, the atmosphere is slightly formal with Tuscan style vaulted ceilings finished with Venetian plaster. Tapestry and antique mirrors adorn the walls.
A photo of Legal Sea Foods - Short Hills restaurant
4.1
Excellent(2666)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Short Hills
Booked 32 times today
On the first floor of The Mall at Short Hills, Legal Sea Foods welcomes guests to our modern and bright dining room, featuring booth seating and a large, inviting bar. Enjoy New England favorites, including Boston's best clam chowder, oysters and raw bar, lobster, grilled and fried seafood, as well as steaks, pasta and more!
A photo of Fin Raw Bar - Summit restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(801)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Summit
Booked 15 times today
Currently open for outdoor and limited indoor seating, takeout or delivery. Lunch 12-3pm Tues - Fri, Dinner 5 - 9pm Tues - Thurs, 5-10 Fri and Sat, 4-9pm SunCall or check our instagram (fin_summit) for details.Quick note: Please make sure when making a reservation that you choose regular/standard if you want indoor seating and choose outdoor for Maple Street seating. Notes in your reservation are not guaranteed to be honored (Standard/Regular seating with a note requesting Outdoor seating) if we are completely booked at time of reservation. If outdoor seating is not an available option when you are making a reservation, it is probably due to the outside being completely booked. As always, please call the restaurant if you have any issues. Fresh Seafood and Raw Bar located in the heart of Summit. We highlight seasonally conscious dishes and weekend long Sushi specials. BYOB
A photo of McLoone's Boathouse restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3764)
Price: Moderate
• American • West Orange
Booked 28 times today
McLoone's Boathouse is a perfect place to celebrate your birthdays. As shown in reviews, guests had a fantastic time dining there on their birthdays. The staff goes the extra mile to make the celebration special with personalized touches like a 'happy birthday' dessert plate. With great food, service, and ambiance, it's a place to create wonderful memories.
A photo of Nero's Grille restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(717)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Livingston
Booked 6 times today
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.
A photo of Panevino Ristorante restaurant
4.5
Awesome(959)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Livingston
Booked 10 times today
Panevino comes from the Italian words “pane e vino”, bread and wine, the essentials of life. Our working herb garden, rustic décor, wood-burning pizza oven, and a beautiful outdoor patio are just part of what makes Panevino a special place to eat. Caputo flour imported from Italy, San Marzano tomatoes, handmade fior di latte mozzarella, and water from a local spring just like the ones in Italy's Campania region make our pizza as authentic and delicious as the pies found in Naples. Our Livingston restaurant also offers savory pastas (and gluten free pasta!), fresh seafood, delicious salads, sensational antipasti and pizza delivery. Our two outdoor bocce ball courts are also a great way to have fun in the sun! Serving the area for 30 years, we are proud to be known as one of the best Italian restaurants in NJ.
A photo of Echo Tap & Grille restaurant
4.4
Awesome(763)
Price: Moderate
• International • Westfield
Booked 29 times today
Echo Tap & Grille is an upscale restaurant & bar serving an eclectic food menu with bespoke cocktails, a specialized craft beer menu & top notch service. Opened in January of 2016, the Echo Tap is a lively neighborhood bar and restaurant designed and built by friends and family.
A photo of THAVMA Mediterranean Grill restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(700)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Livingston
Booked 9 times today
Drawing from across the Mediterranean with strong Greek influence, THAVMA specializes in fresh Seafood, Kabobs, and specialty dishes. Past Winner - Best BYO, Best Ethnic Restaurant. THAVMA Mediterranean Grill centrally located in the Livingston Town Center offers the very best of the Mediterranean by combining Greek and Middle Eastern Specialties to create an unforgettable dining experience. All preparations and cooking are done daily on the premises to give our patrons the freshest seafood and grilled meat selections.

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  • DavidVIP
    New York City •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    A fantastic culinary experience. Our waiter Luis was exceptionally attentive to my needs and even anticipated requests and fulfilled them. The chef Alex was not only thorough but repeatedly cleaned the grill throughout the experience which always makes the food taste better. Really enjoyable experience and I look forward to my next visit.
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    Benihana - Short Hills, NJPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Short Hills
    4
  • BrentVIP
    New York City •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Fabulous dinner in a beautiful restaurant. Best Italian restaurant in northern NJ at least!
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    Scalini Fedeli - ChathamPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Chatham
    4.7
  • DannyVIP
    New York City •21 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Good food with good service. Oysters were very fresh. Steak was cooked to perfection. Crab cakes very expensive. Would recommend.
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    Legal Sea Foods - Short HillsPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Short Hills
    4.1
  • Long
    New York City •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    It’s our first time at this place, even though we’ve been seeing it for over two decades. In short, we were quite pleasantly surprised by the taste of the food, as it was light but very flavorful - not as salty as we thought we’d get from almost any Italian restaurant we’ve been to, some of which are very good in their own right. However, this lightness in taste stood out, be it the prosciutto in the salad or the clams in pasta. We’ll come back for sure.
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    FiorinoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Summit
    4.8
  • Sara
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 7 Feb 2025
    Dining here has always been a treat but we recently had a weeknight dinner for 6 and it could not have been better. Everybody’s food was as amazing as ever and the staff just had that bit more time and attention (from smaller crowd, slower pace) that the experience was fabulous. We felt truly “welcomed” and “served” like guests / friends rather than just customers. Reminding myself to get here more often! BYOB. Everything’s good but my faves are the bang bang cauliflower, 7 Spice Tuna, and Brussels sprouts salad.
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    Fin Raw Bar - SummitPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Summit
    4.7

Discover best birthdays restaurants in Short Hills

Celebrate birthdays in style at the top dining destinations in Short Hills, Essex, New Jersey, where each restaurant is known for its unique ability to make special occasions truly memorable. From upscale steakhouses to charming bistros, the variety ensures a perfect match for any taste and party size. These establishments pride themselves on offering exceptional service, delicious cuisine, and a festive atmosphere, often enhancing birthday celebrations with personalized touches like confetti and custom greetings. The dining scene in Short Hills is characterized by its sophisticated yet welcoming ambiance, making it a prime location for both intimate dinners and larger festive gatherings. Whether you're planning a quiet birthday dinner or a lavish party, the restaurants in Short Hills provide an ideal backdrop with their blend of excellent food, attentive service, and celebratory flair, all set in the picturesque landscapes of Essex County.

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