Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in South Plainfield

21 restaurants available nearby

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1. Meximodo - Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Colonia

Booked 95 times today

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.

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2. Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2836)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • New Brunswick

Booked 30 times today

We are excited to bring our dream to a reality along with friends and family. We plan to share our love and knowledge of an industry that we are so passionate about and proud to be a part of in our hometown of New Brunswick. Here at Salt, we are creating a modern oyster bar with a hip vibe serving up a large variety of fresh local oysters, as well as oysters from around the US. We will offer a seafood inspired seasonal menu both in our casual bar and our elegant dining room. We will also offer many innovative dishes including a variety of local meats along with plenty of vegetarian options. We aim to create an inviting atmosphere for everyone with our warm décor and friendly staff. Our full bar will feature a variety of signature cocktails and revolving creative small plates. Chef Chris’ passion for food promises consistent exceptional quality and to awaken the palate with bold, fresh flavors in every bite!

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3. Victoria’s Tratta Italiano

4.2

Awesome(97)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Brunswick

Booked 4 times today

Victoria’s Tratta Italiano, formerly known as Panico’s, has always been known for its classic and innovative Italian cuisine. With our authentic, wood burning, brick oven pizza, we bake some of the best pizza in Middlesex County alongside our hand-crafted specialty pies and a large menu of casual Italian favorites.

4. Nauti Cajun Crab

4.6

Exceptional(600)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Metuchen

Booked 10 times today

We now accepting reservation for outdoor and indoor dining.We take great pride in providing a friendly and vibrant atmosphere for our guests to enjoy our delicious seafood, live crawfish, crispy wings and our popular seafood fried rice and garlic noodles. We take the "traditional Creole seafood boil" to the next level. We boil our crawfish and seafood with classic Louisiana style spices along with our own secret blend of spices then top it off with your choice of one of our mouth-watering flavors. After establishing a popular seafood boil in New Jersey since 2016, we are excited to bring our concept to Metuchen with even better seasonings and guest experience.

5. Metuchen Inn

4.7

Exceptional(1774)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Metuchen

Booked 6 times today

The historic Metuchen Inn has elegant new decor, same fantastic food and service with a creative new menu. Come see some old friends and make some new. Enjoy our Happy Hour with your hosts Constantine and Victor

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6. Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(894)

Price: Moderate

• Cuban • New Brunswick

Booked 5 times today

Serafin Sarduy brings fun to New Brunswick with the fusion of Cuban and Latin cuisine. Esquina Latina offers a chiq restaurant and lounge atmosphere known for their tapas and authentic Sangrias. Weekend entertainement with live bands and late night dj's. Eat Drink Dance.

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7. Fogo de Chao - Bridgewater

4.0

Excellent(199)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Bridgewater

Booked 89 times today

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.

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8. Grain & Cane - Bar & Table

4.7

Exceptional(1031)

Price: Expensive

• American • Berkeley Heights

Booked 18 times today

Grain & Cane - Bar & Table is your home for hospitality in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. An homage to family nostalgia, our neighborhood table is built on the Connell legacy, as leading American rice and sugar cane purveyors and community idealists. Our menu features dishes that nod to family tradition, regional flare, and vibrant flavors, such as seasonal cocktails, our famous Grover Double Burger and Shrimp Tostada. Strong roots and dynamic character serve as the blueprint for a thoughtful selection of craft beers, wine, and cocktails. Vintage art and antique photographs from past Connell generations set a backdrop for a convivial atmosphere – a restaurant and bar ideal for a range of experiences, from casual occasions to magnetic celebrations. We invite you to gather around our modern table, as extended family reveling in a shared history. We hope you’ll raise a glass with us soon.

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9. 1958 Cuban Cuisine

4.8

Exceptional(1099)

Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Westfield

Booked 10 times today

Luis and Sofi Perez want to take you to Cuba. No packing. No plane required. No long journey. Just drive to 301 South Avenue West in Westfield, close your eyes, listen and inhale.There is Cuban music, Cuban art and scenes of Cuba on the walls. And you can smell the results of culinary work of our authentic Cuban kitchen.Welcome to 1958 Cuban Cuisine!!

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10. Labebe Prime - Steak & Seafood

4.9

Exceptional(957)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • New Brunswick

Booked 17 times today

At Labebe Prime, we honor our culinary matriarch, Labebe—a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to our family. Her passion for the culinary arts has been passed down through generations. One of life’s greatest joys is sharing an incredible meal with family and friends which is something she took pride in. Labebe Prime's commitment to farm-to-table excellence is unwavering. Each dish unfolds a narrative of our agricultural heritage, a blend of Mediterranean and American splendor delivered straight to your table. Indulge in the delight of fresh, wholesome, locally sourced ingredients, brought together in a feast that beckons you to relish every moment. We welcome you to partake in this culinary voyage, inspired by the heart and soul of Labebe while taking it to the next level with our award-winning chefs. Cheers to good company, great memories and incredible food in a magical setting at Labebe Prime. Life is delicious! Eat it up!

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Michael
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was excellent. The bread was a little hard, but otherwise everything was great.
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Victoria’s Tratta ItalianoPrice: Moderate• Italian• New Brunswick
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4.2
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Bryan
New York City •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food, ambiance and service were excellent. We hadn’t been in a while but definitely will be back soon.
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Ninety AcresPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Bedminster
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4.6
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FRANKvip
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
food and service the best!!!! venison outrageous victor and konstantin have the right formula for a great rest.
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Metuchen InnPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Metuchen
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4.7
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Roseanna
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
There were 4 of us. 3 of the 4 were very happy. One ordered the oxtail, taste was good but very fatty and hardly any meat. Disappointing.
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Esquina Latina Restaurant & LoungePrice: Moderate• Cuban• New Brunswick
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4.6
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Mark
New York City •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
I went there for lunch on a Saturday. The place was mostly empty, the reservations were not required. I had the New England clam chowder and it was one of the best i ever had. I also had a salad with shrimp. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, not overcooked like many places. My dining companion had the chicken tenders with fries. She is not much of a seafood eater. She said the chicken lacked seasoning and the fries tasted like they were cooked in old oil. My companion has fast food restaurant experience from her teenage years. I would go back to try the big seafood boils they offer. A table nearby to ours ordered a boil and it smelled amazing.
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Nauti Cajun CrabPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Metuchen
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4.6

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21 restaurants available nearby

1. Meximodo - Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar

2. Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar

3. Victoria’s Tratta Italiano

4. Nauti Cajun Crab

5. Metuchen Inn

6. Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge

7. Fogo de Chao - Bridgewater

8. Grain & Cane - Bar & Table

9. 1958 Cuban Cuisine

10. Labebe Prime - Steak & Seafood

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