Rare, the Steak House

Name: Rare, the Steak House
Address: 440 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ, United States, 07424
Telephone: (973) 256-6699
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1913 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

17 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 15 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem

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 1,913 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Passaic
Best Overall
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Best Food
Passaic
Best Service
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Best Value
Passaic
Good for groups
Passaic
Neighbourhood gem
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Romantic
Passaic
Good for special occasions
Passaic
Lively
Passaic
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rare, the Steak House, impresses with its "outstanding" food and consistent service. Known for perfectly cooked steaks and delicious Italian dishes, diners rave about the "best calamari" and "excellent" service. While the atmosphere can be lively, it's an ideal spot for a memorable meal. Reservations recommended for a "wonderful" dining experience.

1,913 Reviews

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Lisa
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brought in 3 friends who had never been to Rare before. James made the entire experience amazing, like he always does. The food was presented and cooked to perfection and start to finish was spectacular. They all want to go back soon! Best night at the BEST restaurant! Thank you, James and Rare!
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Stacie
VIP
Tampa
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rare is always excellent. I go there every time we come to town. The steaks are cooked perfectly and the homemade pastas are delicious. The service was beyond our expectations last night. We will definitely be back!
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joel
VIP
New Orleans
19 reviews
2.0
19 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
After several visits with another couple to this steak house we were “greeted” with a ‘no separate check’ policy. New manager, new policy. After we insisted, the manager grudgingly agreed. Then when we ordered our drinks and asked for bread we were told we could not have bread before we order our meals. New manager, new policy. The food was disappointing. My New York strip was tough and tasteless. My side of Brussels sprouts tasted like stewed cabbage, and my side of broccoli rabe was tasteless. The service was very good, but the management policies left a bad taste in our mouths. We will not return to this restaurant.
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Gary
Philadelphia
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time @ Rare, won't be our last. Went to Rare for a work dinner for 4. Greeted by James our server who proceeded to explain the specials, showed off the meat tray of the various cuts etc. All very nice quality. We got some apps to share; crab cake, shrimp, zucchini. Mains were filet, NY strip and porterhouse. The meats were tender and delicious and they include sauces if you prefer that. Overall the ambiance and food was great and would highly recommend
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johb
VIP
Atlantic City
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Service was high quality again its a good meal but places like eddie v riverpalm are at a way higher level
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Linda
VIP
New York City
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We have eaten there many times the past three years. We had not been there in at least six months as the last time we went the food was terrible. The food was much better this time. However it was very busy so it was noisy and the service took awhile. U would go back again though not as often .
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Tory
Tulsa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Rare is my favorite restaurant. I have been to many steak restaurants in the area, and Rare is top notch above them all. The staff remember you and say hi when you walk in. The food is fantastic. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of and valued. Always a good time!!
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Manny
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing best restaurant in NJ everything was amazing!
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Melanie
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and were celebrating my new job tonight and we’re not disappointed!!!! Drinks were spot on and our steaks and sea bass were cooked perfectly. Highly recommend the chocolate chip dessert!
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Daniel
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I ordered the Calamari for an appetizer and it was very good. I then ordered the Porterhouse steak for 2 and it was plenty. No need for any sauce, the meat was made perfectly and had a lot of flavor. I ordered the Thai chili Brussel sprouts and it was flavorful however there was too much sauce and the sprouts were very small. Overall the food and atmosphere was great and I would 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 4.7 stars by 1913 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

17 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 15 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)