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Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in New Jersey

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the most booked restaurants in New Jersey? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 500,000 new global diner reviews from the past month. We sort the results by location to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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4.8
4.8 (1651)
$30 and under
American
Newark
About the restaurant
Ever since Tops Diner was established in 1942, our focus has always been to serve what our customers want, exactly when and how they want it. As the American dining culture shifts, we recognize we must strive to recreate the 1920’s renaissance that birthed the diner as we know it today, all the while preserving the historical and cultural identity that made Tops Diner the model all others hope to emulate.

By constantly evolving, we ensure our ability to provide a diverse menu of high quality options with the speed of service we’ve all become accustomed to, providing the uniquely satisfying experience synonymous with the Tops Diner name. Our hope is that we can grow as our clients do, and continue to serve both our Newark family, and our community at large.


Top review
Jonathan
Dined 1 day ago
Our server Billy was attentive and was always aware of our needs I strongly recommend you ask for his service. He made sure our drinks were refilled even without asking, he made suggestions about what would be a good pairing with our entrees.
A photo of Eataly Ristorante - Short Hills restaurant
3.6
3.6 (216)
$30 and under
Italian
Millburn
About the restaurant
While pizza and pasta are just the tip of the Italian iceberg, there is a reason these two culinary staples are the most beloved exports from Italy. Enjoy our seasonal selection just steps away from where our expert pasta chefs and dough-slinging pizzaioli (pizza makers) create dishes before your eyes.
Top review
DorothyVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Pasta was good. Dessert was yummy however the only option was for coffee. I asked if they had tea and the waiter’s response was to buy it in the market. Hmmm I’m in the restaurant ….
A photo of Carmine's - Atlantic City restaurant
4.7
4.7 (11684)
$30 and under
Italian
Atlantic City
About the restaurant
Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast. Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's! We are open for Indoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties.
Top review
Jordyn
Dined 1 day ago
Great food, awesome drinks. Soooo many options! The penne allá vodka was absolute perfection. Everyone in our party left happy with full tummies!
A photo of Chart House Restaurant - Weehawken restaurant
4.7
4.7 (11398)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Weehawken
About the restaurant
Spectacularly located on the Hudson River directly across from Manhattan, the Weehawken Chart House at Lincoln Harbor offers panoramic views of the glittering New York skyline – from the Empire State Building to Wall Street. Since 1961, Chart House has been dedicated to providing the ideal dining experience. With 27 historic, waterfront & showcase locations across the U.S., Chart House offers spectacular views & exceptional service that you’re sure to enjoy. From top-of-the-catch seafood to succulent steaks, our renowned chefs have tailored a menu to complement local cuisine while introducing a hint of the exotic. We offer a daily selection of fresh fish, an extensive collection of fine wines & whiskies, & decadent desserts like our famous Hot Chocolate Lava Cake. Just minutes from Midtown Manhattan, Chart House will exceed your every expectation. Please note that reservations are for indoor dining only.
Top review
John DavidVIP
Dined 5 days ago
The view is incredible of Manhattan’ and Hudson Yards. the service is very attentive and the food is excellent. Also have free parking. The prime rib Combination dinner is also a very good value.
A photo of Seasons 52 - Princeton restaurant
4.8
4.8 (4267)
$31 to $50
American
Princeton
About the restaurant
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.
Top review
LesleyVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Seasons 52 never disappoints. All aspects of dining there make for a wonderful experience.
A photo of Blu on the Hudson restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1172)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Weehawken
About the restaurant
With views of Manhattan, BLU on the Hudson offers innovative drinks & fine dining featuring New American Mediterranean food with Asian accents.

For a sushi experience, visit our sister restaurant BLU SUSHI.

Top review
Javier
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing experiences! The food was delicious and the service was top-notch.
A photo of Fogo de Chao - Bridgewater restaurant
3.8
3.8 (229)
$30 and under
Brazilian
Bridgewater
About the restaurant
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
Top review
Jay
Dined 7 days ago
Great experience as usual at Fogo. Never seems to disappoint.
A photo of Meximodo - Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar restaurant
4.4
4.4 (860)
$30 and under
Mexican
Colonia
About the restaurant
Official Guinness World Record Title Holder for Most Tequilas/Mezcals at a bar-restaurant in the world!

Meximodo is where the roots of classic Mexican cooking are always respected and our modern twists blossom into a fresh, new culinary experience. Located centrally within Metuchen’s plaza, we’re the beating corazón of fun and flavor in town. We’re excited to welcome you into our casa!

Most of our ingredients are locally sourced right here in the Garden State. Combining traditional techniques and powerful bold flavors, every dish brings you on a journey through Mexico.

We had to go big or go home. Boasting the world's largest tequila selection, our expert mixologists have every tool to craft cocteles made to savor.

Whether it’s a fun date night, drinks with friends, or a meal out with the family, Meximodo’s vibrant and warm atmosphere is here to welcome all.

Top review
Ugne
Dined 4 days ago
We’ve loved the food, the atmosphere and the overall experience every time we’ve dined at Meximodo! The Street Corn app is a must try! I love that it’s served off the cob, with all the trimmings and ready for you to scoop up all the goodness. I’ve had the pollo con mole, the enchiladas with steak and the shrimp tacos the various times we’ve dined here and they’ve all been phenomenal! Always have to finish off with an order of churros! I haven’t gotten a chance to attend a tasting event YET, but I sent friends to one, and they had such a great time! The atmosphere in the restaurant is great - it’s vibrant, lively and decorated superbly! The tequila wall, with some tequilas only reachable by the accompanying library-ladder, is a great focal point and really brings together the whole place. Be prepared for this place to be BUSY on any given night and deff make a reservation even if you think you won’t need it. We just so happened to be celebrating two different birthdays the past two Tuesdays and I was deff glad I made those reservations because we would’ve been waiting a tad. If I had one minor suggestion/comment (not complaint, per se) it would be to consider smaller dinnerware and serveware or bigger tables because as beautiful as the stoneware flat plates are they exceed the footprint of the table when you’re served dinner and still got apps you’re working on, at least at the 4-tops. You end up being a bit busy playing Tetris to try and make everything fit comfortably.
A photo of Nicholas Barrel & Roost restaurant
4.7
4.7 (4632)
$31 to $50
Comfort Food
Red Bank
About the restaurant
Since the opening of their acclaimed Restaurant Nicholas in 2000, Chef Nicholas Harary and his wife, Melissa, modernized the concept of fine dining. This mainstay of Red Bank garnered some of the industry’s highest praise, including 15 straight years as Zagat’s highest-rated restaurant in New Jersey, a 4-star review in the New York Times, and a position on several national “best restaurant” lists.

Now, with Barrel & Roost, the couple strips off the white tablecloths and serves up a bold new menu: made-from-scratch food that’s crazy-delicious, yet entirely accessible any night of the week. Set in a newly redesigned modern farmhouse interior, Barrel & Roost is just the place to enjoy Chef Driven Comfort Food with family, old friends, or a grab a drink at the bar for date night!

Top review
Carmen
Dined 1 day ago
This was our first time dining here and it certainly will not be the last. The wait staff was super friendly and helpful. The food was delicious! It was beautifully decorated for the holidays.
A photo of 618 restaurant
4.9
4.9 (6812)
$30 and under
American
Freehold
About the restaurant
Top 1% of restaurants in the world
Ranked #32 most romantic restaurants in the United States
*Reservation times are not guaranteed. As a high-volume restaurant we will do our best to accommodate you as close to that time as possible

The 618 experience doesn't have to end after dessert. Bring a piece of 618 home with you or send it to family & friends. We offer an array of our signature items such as an Espresso Martini Candle, Decanter sets or the most comfortable sweatshirt you'll ever own!

*** https://www.618nj.com/618athome ***


Top review
Steve
Dined 5 days ago
Food and Service excellent. First time there and will return. Our server Brenden was very informative
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