Moe's Bistro & Bar

Name: Moe's Bistro & Bar
Address: 535 Central Ave, New Providence, NJ, United States, 07974
Telephone: (908) 840-4540
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

220 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Make a booking

2 people

12 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 1 time today

Charming
Great for outdoor dining
Good for business meals

Our food is our passion at Moe’s Bistro & Bar. We always strive to provide our customers with exceptional cuisine and excellent service all in a cozy atmosphere. Enjoy sitting at our beautiful antique bar serving classic cocktails, old and new world wines, locally brewed beer and an extensive Bourbon and Whiskey Collection. Soft piano music every Friday and Saturday night from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(908) 840-4540
Website
http://moesbistroandbar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
MOE ELGHETTEY
Catering
Moe's Bistro and Bar specializes in off the premises catering.
Private party facilities
Moe's Bistro and Bar specializes in Private Events, from Sweet 16 Parties, Retirement, Graduations, Christenings, Repass Funeral Reception, Weddings and Holiday Parties. We have a beautiful Ball Room, Bar and Lounge Area that can accommodate up to 100 people.

Location
535 Central Ave, New Providence, NJ 07974
Area
Summit
Cross Street
South Street
Parking details
Private Parking
Public transit
Only a few blocks from the Murray Hill Train Station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Join us for our Happy Hour with handsomely discounted drinks and a bar menu to accompany them!
Live Acoustic Piano and Guitar
Multiple dates available
Fri - Sat - 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Join us on Fridays and Saturdays for live music until 10 pm!

Grilled OctopusUSD 24.00
Spicy Fava Bean Puree with Baby Arugula, Chorizo, Tri Color Peppers & Rustic Potatoes
Cheese Platter
Assortment of Four Imported Cheeses, Cured Italian Meats, Fig Marmalade & Crispy Crostini
- For TwoUSD 35.00
Shrimp and Garlic Spanish StyleUSD 22.00
Served with Crispy Crostini
Exotic Open Face Grilled CheeseUSD 20.00
Boneless Short Beef Ribs and Fresh Mozzarella
Classic Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUSD 18.00
Mediterranean Sampler
Homemade Mozzarella with Tomatoes, Grilled Eggplant, Zucchini, Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Stuffed Grape Leaves with Tzatziki Sauce, Falafel with Tahini Sauce, Crispy Pita
- For TwoUSD 32.00
Crab Meat Stuffed MushroomsUSD 20.00
Lemon White Wine Sauce
Short Beef Rib Stuffed MushroomsUSD 19.00
Vegetable Spring RollsUSD 15.00
Coconut Shrimp Served with Peanut SauceUSD 16.00
Roasted FigsUSD 25.00
Served with Fig Marmalade, Gorgonzola Cheese, and Crostini
Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Basil on a Crispy French BaguetteUSD 16.00
With Roasted Eggplant Topped with Pesto, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Fig Balsamic Glaze
Yellow Finn Tuna TartarUSD 25.00
With Mango, Avocado, Lemon Citrus topped with Crab Meat

Salad

Belgium EndiveUSD 15.00
Walnuts, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Bits of Bacon Drizzled with Olive Oil
Mediterranean Arugula SaladUSD 15.00
Arugula Salad with Figs, Tomatoes, Feta, Cucumber, Tri-Color Peppers and Balsamic Glace
Roasted Beets and Goat CheeseUSD 15.00
Mixed Greens, Dried Cranberries and Basil Vinaigrette
Classic CaesarUSD 14.00
Traditional Spinach SaladUSD 16.00
Champagne Vinaigrette, Bacon, Hard Boiled Egg, Avocado, Red Onion, Tomato and Cucumber

Pasta

Classic Penne VodkaUSD 30.00
Topped with Chicken Parmesan
Old Fashion Style PastaUSD 30.00
Sliced Filet Mignon served over Thin Spaghetti Tossed with Pancetta, Pine Nuts in a Spicy Olive Oil and Garlic Sauce
Moe's HitUSD 30.00
Boneless Beef Short Ribs, Sautéed Mushrooms, Light Brown Sauce
Moe's Spicy Shrimp PastaUSD 30.00
With Jumbo Shrimp, Pesto, Parmesan Cheese and Red Pepper

Kebab

All Kebob's served with Rice and Vegetables

Filet Mignon KebabUSD 38.00
Peppercorn Sauce
Shrimp KebabUSD 35.00
Lemon Butter Sauce
Chicken KebabUSD 32.00
Tomato Basil Sauce
Mixed GrillUSD 40.00
Filet Mignon, Chicken & Shrimp Mushroom Ragu

Entrée

Moe's Famous TrioUSD 38.00
Center Cut Filet Mignon, Chicken & Shrimp Marsala
Signature Moe's Cowboy Steak 22oz Bone-InUSD 49.00
Peppercorn Sauce
10oz Filet Mignon Center CutUSD 46.00
Mushroom Ragu
Slow Cooked Boneless Short Beef RibsUSD 42.00
Sautéed Long Italian Hot Peppers, Jack Daniel Onions & Demi-Glace
Chicken CapreseUSD 29.00
Topped with Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato & Prosciutto with a Roasted Garlic White Wine Sauce
Chicken DadamoeUSD 29.00
Chicken Francaise Topped with Sautéed Shrimp and Lemon Butter Sauce
Alaskan Open Face John DoryUSD 35.00
With Crab Meat and Shrimp in a Roasted Garlic Chardonnay Sauce
Crab CakesUSD 38.00
With Remoulade Sauce
Salmon Spanish StyleUSD 35.00
Black Beans and Rice with Dill Sauce

What 220 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
3.8Service
4.3Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Moe's Bistro & Bar is a Mediterranean gem with a strong Italian influence, offering "amazing food and cocktails" and a "great ambiance." Guests rave about the "outstanding service" and "lovely presentation," often complemented by live piano music. With a cozy atmosphere and outdoor seating, it's perfect for special celebrations.

220 Reviews

J
JorgeC
New Jersey
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
It was a Family Thanksgiving Day meal. We have been to this location before because the experience has been acceptable. This particular time it was less than adequate. The food was good and the ambiance always nice and cozy. The service however was horrible. They were shorthanded and it made for a bad experience. The waitress was MIA most of the time. I just thought, even though unfortunate circumstances occurred, it could have been handled a lot better. No one noticed because we still left a 20% tip. I mean it was Thanksgiving and I felt bad, and I’m not that guy. In reality, the experience was mishandled and inattentive on the restaurant’s part…what a shame.
Is this helpful?
a
andrew
New York City
50 reviews
3.0
50 reviews
Dined on 12 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
If we didn't have reservations I don't know if we'd have gotten fed. Bar somewhat busy, dining room was empty. It was a Monday. When someone greeted us he asked if we were there for drinks, because they were closing the kitchen. I mentioned the reservation, he spoke with the kitchen and came back and seated us. They were supposed to be open for another half hour as posted, so we weren't last minute. Anyway, I guess they sent the servers home, so the bartender waited on us. The service was okay. We waited for a while for the salad we ordered, which was pretty good. That would have been fine, but entrees followed rather quickly. My wife's lamb dish was tasty. They had a tuna dish as an appetizer which sounded better to me than the entree prep. I thought I asked for an entree size of the appetizer. He heard I'll have the appetizer as my entree. Anyway, the miscommunication worked out, because the appetizer size was fine. We were never asked about dessert, just handed the bill. A little pricey, but I might try it again on a busier night.
Is this helpful?
S
Susan
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 23 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ate on the patio/deck. Lovely! Great menu with so many good choices. Appetizers were particularly delicious. Appreciated the variety of dessert choices too.
Is this helpful?
E
Elaine
Philadelphia
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great family dinner. Food was amazing! Service exceptional!!
Is this helpful?
K
Kevin
New York City
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and cocktails. Great service and warm ambiance. Restaurant gem.
Is this helpful?
A
Alan
New York City
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Not as good as it used to be. The menu is much shorter and any of the Egyptian dishes are gone.
Is this helpful?
C
Chris
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 4 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and drinks wee phenomenal. Owner/ Chef visited our table at the end of dinner, very nice guy. Amazing piano bar atmosphere. Great ambience and very tastefully decorated inside. Moe's sufferers from being off the road and being attached to the hotel making it hard to see. If it was a stand-alone building, the line would be out the block. This also makes it one of the best kept secrets in town. Worth coming to again and again.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montreal
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 29 July 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Extremely overrated for the environment, service and food
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 24 July 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I visited Moe's Bistro for the first time for lunch with a group of 9. The service was outstanding. The waitress was very attentive. The restaurant was very clean and the ambience was beautiful. I would definitely have lunch or dinner there again.
Is this helpful?
N
Noneen
New York City
68 reviews
5.0
68 reviews
Dined on 23 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were a party of 5 celebrating a birthday. Our waitress was lovely and attentive. Food was delicious and presentation was fabulous!
Is this helpful?

FAQs

Moe's Bistro & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (908) 840-4540.

Moe's Bistro & Bar is rated 4.2 stars by 220 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

12 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

535 Central Ave, New Providence, NJ 07974

Additional information

Cross Street
South Street
Area
Summit
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Parking
Public transit
Only a few blocks from the Murray Hill Train Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
MOE ELGHETTEY
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://moesbistroandbar.com/
Phone number
(908) 840-4540
Catering
Moe's Bistro and Bar specializes in off the premises catering.
Private party facilities
Moe's Bistro and Bar specializes in Private Events, from Sweet 16 Parties, Retirement, Graduations, Christenings, Repass Funeral Reception, Weddings and Holiday Parties. We have a beautiful Ball Room, Bar and Lounge Area that can accommodate up to 100 people.

Moe's Bistro & Bar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Happy Hour

Live Acoustic Piano and Guitar

Appetizer

Grilled OctopusUSD 24.00

Cheese Platter

Shrimp and Garlic Spanish StyleUSD 22.00

Exotic Open Face Grilled CheeseUSD 20.00

Classic Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUSD 18.00

Mediterranean Sampler

Crab Meat Stuffed MushroomsUSD 20.00

Short Beef Rib Stuffed MushroomsUSD 19.00

Vegetable Spring RollsUSD 15.00

Coconut Shrimp Served with Peanut SauceUSD 16.00

Roasted FigsUSD 25.00

Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Basil on a Crispy French BaguetteUSD 16.00

Yellow Finn Tuna TartarUSD 25.00

Salad

Belgium EndiveUSD 15.00

Mediterranean Arugula SaladUSD 15.00

Roasted Beets and Goat CheeseUSD 15.00

Classic CaesarUSD 14.00

Traditional Spinach SaladUSD 16.00

Pasta

Classic Penne VodkaUSD 30.00

Old Fashion Style PastaUSD 30.00

Moe's HitUSD 30.00

Moe's Spicy Shrimp PastaUSD 30.00

Kebab

Filet Mignon KebabUSD 38.00

Shrimp KebabUSD 35.00

Chicken KebabUSD 32.00

Mixed GrillUSD 40.00

Entrée

Moe's Famous TrioUSD 38.00

Signature Moe's Cowboy Steak 22oz Bone-InUSD 49.00

10oz Filet Mignon Center CutUSD 46.00

Slow Cooked Boneless Short Beef RibsUSD 42.00

Chicken CapreseUSD 29.00

Chicken DadamoeUSD 29.00

Alaskan Open Face John DoryUSD 35.00

Crab CakesUSD 38.00

Salmon Spanish StyleUSD 35.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Moe's Bistro & Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Moe's Bistro & Bar restaurant rated?

Is Moe's Bistro & Bar currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information