Rare, the Steak House

4.8

1936 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 14 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Good for business meals

Rated the Best Steakhouse in New Jersey, Rare in Little Falls is the perfect spot for a romantic dinner. Since 2007, Rare has specialized in prime, wet-aged beef cooked to your liking, paired with exceptional sides. Their menu also features classic Italian dishes from their partnership with Il Tulipano, along with expertly prepared lamb, veal, poultry, and fresh seafood entrées.

Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the curated cellar, offering the perfect pairing for any meal. Rare also boasts a spacious bar with specialty cocktails, ideal for unwinding after a long day. For an extraordinary dining experience, reserve your table and enjoy the Rare experience.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Italian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 16:00–22:00 Dinner Mon 16:00–21:00 Sat 16:00–22:30 Sun 15:00–20:00
Phone number
(973) 256-6699
Website
http://www.rarestk.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Dino Suriano
Catering
On premise available
Private party facilities
Private Rooms Available 6 days a week. Wine cellar and coach room upper level

Location
440 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ 07424
Area
Little Falls
Cross Street
Route 23
Parking details
private lot with Valet parking is available everyday
Public transit
NJ Transit and Little Falls train station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Fried Zucchini SticksUSD 12.00
House Smoked SalmonUSD 19.00
with Traditional Garnishes
Creamy BurrataUSD 18.00
with Fresh Roasted Peppers
Warm Goat Cheese MedallionsUSD 17.00
over Baby Greens
Lump Crab CakeUSD 29.00
with Horseradish Tartar Sauce and Coleslaw
Fresh Clams "Tarantina Style"USD 19.00
Steamed with White Wine, Butter & Seasoning
Fritto Misto of Calamari and ShrimpUSD 19.00
French Onion SoupUSD 11.00

Chilled Seafood

Seafood Platter
Seafood Platter of ½ Lobster, 2 Clams, 2 Oysters, Scallop, U6 Shrimp and 2oz. King Crab Leg
- ppUSD 43.00
½ Dozen Clams on Half ShellUSD 15.00
3 Colossal ShrimpUSD 22.00
with Cocktail Sauce
Colossal Crabmeat CocktailUSD 29.00
with Aurora Sauce
6 Chilled Blue Point OystersUSD 18.00
with Cocktail Sauce
Half Maine LobsterUSD 25.00
Stuffed with Crabmeat, Avocado and Celery Root Julienne

Salads

Iceberg LettuceUSD 14.00
with House Roquefort Dressing
Belgian Endive and WatercressUSD 14.00
with House Dressing
Mixed Tender GreensUSD 14.00
with Homemade Red Wine Vinegar Dressing
Classic Caesar Salad of Romaine LettuceUSD 15.00

Pasta

Spaghettini
with Classic Tomato and Basil Sauce
- AppetizerUSD 14.00
- Main CourseUSD 26.00
Penne Rigate
with Eggplant and Fontina Cheese "Our Creation"
- AppetizerUSD 14.00
- Main CourseUSD 26.00
Rigatoni Amatriciana
Made with Tomato Sauce and Homemade Pancetta
- AppetizerUSD 14.00
- Main CourseUSD 26.00
Homemade Pappardelle "Wide Noodles"
with Vodka Sauce and Green Peas
- AppetizerUSD 14.00
- Main CourseUSD 26.00
LinguineUSD 27.00
with Traditional White Clam Sauce

Rare Steaks and Chops from The Grill

All of Our Steaks are Wet Aged for a Minimum of 21 Days. Add 6 oz. Lobster Tail to any of the below items $23; Blue Cheese and Portobello Mushroom Crust with Barolo Wine Sauce $9; "Giambotta" Long Hot Peppers, Mushrooms, Onions & Potatoes $9

Rare's Signature 48oz. Prime Angus Porterhouse Steak
- For TwoUSD 125.00
60oz. Tomahawk Ribchop
- For TwoUSD 132.00
26oz. Prime Angus Rib Chop "The Ultimate Cowboy Steak"USD 64.00
14oz. Prime Angus Shell Steak on The BoneUSD 48.00
12oz. Prime Angus NY SirloinUSD 45.00
16oz. Prime Angus NY SirloinUSD 50.00
10oz. Prime Filet MignonUSD 51.00
14oz. Prime Pork ChopUSD 39.00
16oz. Milk Fed Veal Rib ChopUSD 46.00

Italian Classics From IL Tulipano

Jumbo Shrimp Marinara or Scampi StyleUSD 33.00
"Battuta" Pounded Veal Chop PaillardUSD 47.00
Topped with Chopped Arugula, Tomatoes & Onions
Classic Veal Chop MilaneseUSD 47.00
Topped with Baby Greens
Oven Roasted Half Young "All Natural Murray's" ChickenUSD 30.00
"All Natural Murray's" Chicken Breast MargheritaUSD 29.00
with Artichokes, Olives, and Mozzarella in a Pizzaiola Sauce

Sides

Baked Macaroni and CheeseUSD 12.00
Whipped PotatoesUSD 12.00
with Crème Fraiche
Brussel SproutsUSD 12.00
with Crispy Bacon
Traditional Creamed or Sautéed SpinachUSD 12.00
Sautéed Mushrooms and OnionsUSD 12.00
Broccoli RapeUSD 12.00
Sautéed with Oil and Garlic
Frizzled OnionsUSD 12.00
with Chipotle Dipping Sauce
Rare Fries TossedUSD 12.00
with Truffle Oil and Parmesan Dust
Long Hot PeppersUSD 12.00
Sautéed with Oil and Garlic or a Marinara Sauce
Baked PotatoUSD 7.00

Featured Drinks

Pinot Grigio, Stella, Collio Friulano, (2020 Italy)
- GlassUSD 9.00
- BottleUSD 32.00
Gavi di Gavi – Principessa Gavi – Banfi, (2020 Italy)
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 46.00
Riesling, Chateau Ste Michelle, Columbia Valley, (2020 WA State)
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 38.00
Sauv. Blanc, Chateau Ste Michelle, Columbia Valley, (2021 WA State)
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 38.00
White Zinfandel, Beringer, (N/V CA)
- GlassUSD 9.00
- BottleUSD 32.00
Chardonnay Santa Carolina, (Vintage 2018 Chile)
- GlassUSD 9.00
- BottleUSD 32.00
Chardonnay – Newton "Skyside", Napa Valley (2018 CA)
- GlassUSD 14.00
- BottleUSD 54.00
Sauv. Blanc, Kim Crawford, New Zealand (Vintage 2021)
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 46.00
Rosé, Âme du Vin (Vintage 2020, France)
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 46.00

Sparkling Wines by the Glass

Prosecco, LaLuca, Extra Dry
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 38.00
Sparkling Wine, Veuve du Vernay, Brut
- GlassUSD 9.00
- BottleUSD 32.00

Red Wines by the Glass

Merlot, J. Lohr, (Paso Robles CA 2019)
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 36.00
Pinot Noir, Angeline, (Vintage 2020 CA)
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 36.00
Shiraz Greg Norman, (Australia Vintage 2017)
- GlassUSD 9.00
- BottleUSD 35.00
Chianti, Superiore Ruffino, (Vintage 2019 Italy)
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 36.00
Cabernet Sauvignon Liberty School, (CA 2019)
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 42.00
Malbec – Bousquet Reserve – Argentina 2020
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 48.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Josh, Healdsburg – (California 2018)
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 48.00
Pinot Noir, Hob Nob Vineyards (Vintage 2019)
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 42.00
Malbec – Don David, El Esteco – Argentina 2019
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 46.00
Valpolicella Ripasso, Bertani – (Vintage 2017 Italy)
- GlassUSD 16.00
- BottleUSD 62.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Hess "Allomi", Napa Valley (Vintage 2019 CA.)
- GlassUSD 17.00
- BottleUSD 66.00

Draft Beer

Guinness
Stella Artois
Blue Moon
Sam Adams Seasonal
Peroni Dogfish
60 Minute IPA

Bottle Beer

Heineken
Heineken Light
Miller Light
Coors Light
Peroni Budweiser
Corona
Stella Artois
Becks

Specialty Beer

Ommegang Witte Wheat Ale
Blvd Tank "7"

What 1,936 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rare, the Steak House, offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and service." The steaks are "cooked perfectly," and the atmosphere is inviting. Standout dishes include the halibut and shrimp scampi over linguine, while the "porterhouse is delicious." Despite occasional noise, the ambiance remains "cozy and warm."

1,936 Reviews

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JenniferA
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was so good & the waiter was very attentive and helpful!
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David VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The steak and tuna tartar appetizer was delicious and James provided exceptional service!
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Nettie VIP
New York City55 reviews
4.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food is excellent - they have the best Veal Milanese anywhere! The service is incredible as well! The only disappointment we had was they ran out of our favorite desserts!
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Kimberly
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Food and service was excellent. Will certainly go back.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The steak was really succulent and perfectly cooked.
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Steven
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service. Steak was great. Crème brûlée was tasty too.
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Taurman
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I thoroughly enjoyed the diverse food options and the reasonable prices. However, I was disappointed with the second-floor dining room. It was extremely cold, almost like an unventilated attic. I would definitely return if they could accommodate me on the first floor. 5-Stars if you’re not dining on the second floor when it’s below 40 degrees outside.
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Carlos
New Jersey1 review
3.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We had a reservation for 2/14/25 being my daughter’s 17th birthday and also Valentines. The food was good. My daughter’ s and I steak was over cooked.. we asked for a medium rare and got a medium well. As for our server he was excellent. Never missed a beat. I noticed the floor manager went to every table around us (literally, we were in the middle) and asked how everything was. Never looked our way. Overall I was expecting more from this place for the money spent. I did recommend it to a friend, maybe he and his wife will have a completely different experience.
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Steven VIP
Las Vegas41 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rare is one of the hidden Gem's!!!!! as always a Fantastic Dinner!!!! From the start with the Hostess and Matre D to our Waiter ( NICO) who is the Best our Service and Drinks and Food were Amazing.
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Leticia
New Jersey1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was great food was amazing the streak cooked to perfection and the atmosphere allowed us to hear the music and talk - it was great I do recommend to go day before VDAY it was worth it. The service was amazing. Highly recommend 🥰
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FAQs

Rare, the Steak House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 256-6699.

Rare, the Steak House is rated 4.8 stars by 1936 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

440 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ 07424

Additional information

Cross Street
Route 23
Area
Little Falls
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 16:00–22:00 Dinner Mon 16:00–21:00 Sat 16:00–22:30 Sun 15:00–20:00
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
private lot with Valet parking is available everyday
Public transit
NJ Transit and Little Falls train station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Dino Suriano
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.rarestk.com/
Phone number
(973) 256-6699
Catering
On premise available
Private party facilities
Private Rooms Available 6 days a week. Wine cellar and coach room upper level

Rare, the Steak House

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Fried Zucchini SticksUSD 12.00

House Smoked SalmonUSD 19.00

Creamy BurrataUSD 18.00

Warm Goat Cheese MedallionsUSD 17.00

Lump Crab CakeUSD 29.00

Fresh Clams "Tarantina Style"USD 19.00

Fritto Misto of Calamari and ShrimpUSD 19.00

French Onion SoupUSD 11.00

Chilled Seafood

Seafood Platter

½ Dozen Clams on Half ShellUSD 15.00

3 Colossal ShrimpUSD 22.00

Colossal Crabmeat CocktailUSD 29.00

6 Chilled Blue Point OystersUSD 18.00

Half Maine LobsterUSD 25.00

Salads

Iceberg LettuceUSD 14.00

Belgian Endive and WatercressUSD 14.00

Mixed Tender GreensUSD 14.00

Classic Caesar Salad of Romaine LettuceUSD 15.00

Pasta

Spaghettini

Penne Rigate

Rigatoni Amatriciana

Homemade Pappardelle "Wide Noodles"

LinguineUSD 27.00

Rare Steaks and Chops from The Grill

Rare's Signature 48oz. Prime Angus Porterhouse Steak

60oz. Tomahawk Ribchop

26oz. Prime Angus Rib Chop "The Ultimate Cowboy Steak"USD 64.00

14oz. Prime Angus Shell Steak on The BoneUSD 48.00

12oz. Prime Angus NY SirloinUSD 45.00

16oz. Prime Angus NY SirloinUSD 50.00

10oz. Prime Filet MignonUSD 51.00

14oz. Prime Pork ChopUSD 39.00

16oz. Milk Fed Veal Rib ChopUSD 46.00

Italian Classics From IL Tulipano

Jumbo Shrimp Marinara or Scampi StyleUSD 33.00

"Battuta" Pounded Veal Chop PaillardUSD 47.00

Classic Veal Chop MilaneseUSD 47.00

Oven Roasted Half Young "All Natural Murray's" ChickenUSD 30.00

"All Natural Murray's" Chicken Breast MargheritaUSD 29.00

Sides

Baked Macaroni and CheeseUSD 12.00

Whipped PotatoesUSD 12.00

Brussel SproutsUSD 12.00

Traditional Creamed or Sautéed SpinachUSD 12.00

Sautéed Mushrooms and OnionsUSD 12.00

Broccoli RapeUSD 12.00

Frizzled OnionsUSD 12.00

Rare Fries TossedUSD 12.00

Long Hot PeppersUSD 12.00

Baked PotatoUSD 7.00

Featured Drinks

Pinot Grigio, Stella, Collio Friulano, (2020 Italy)

Gavi di Gavi – Principessa Gavi – Banfi, (2020 Italy)

Riesling, Chateau Ste Michelle, Columbia Valley, (2020 WA State)

Sauv. Blanc, Chateau Ste Michelle, Columbia Valley, (2021 WA State)

White Zinfandel, Beringer, (N/V CA)

Chardonnay Santa Carolina, (Vintage 2018 Chile)

Chardonnay – Newton "Skyside", Napa Valley (2018 CA)

Sauv. Blanc, Kim Crawford, New Zealand (Vintage 2021)

Rosé, Âme du Vin (Vintage 2020, France)

Sparkling Wines by the Glass

Prosecco, LaLuca, Extra Dry

Sparkling Wine, Veuve du Vernay, Brut

Red Wines by the Glass

Merlot, J. Lohr, (Paso Robles CA 2019)

Pinot Noir, Angeline, (Vintage 2020 CA)

Shiraz Greg Norman, (Australia Vintage 2017)

Chianti, Superiore Ruffino, (Vintage 2019 Italy)

Cabernet Sauvignon Liberty School, (CA 2019)

Malbec – Bousquet Reserve – Argentina 2020

Cabernet Sauvignon, Josh, Healdsburg – (California 2018)

Pinot Noir, Hob Nob Vineyards (Vintage 2019)