Restaurants near Newark Drawbridge

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1. Swahili Village OTS

4.3

Awesome(370)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• African • Newark

Booked 14 times today

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2. Fornos of Spain

4.8

Exceptional(1915)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Newark

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to Fornos of Spain Restaurant located on the Iron Bound in Newark, NJ. Fornos of Spain has been bestowed numerous awards and proclaimed by various national magazines as a "must" when dining out in New Jersey. Our award winning Spanish cuisine is prepared with the freshest seafood of Spain. Our extensive wine cellars offer over 450 aged and vintage wines and has the rarest collections of Spanish wines in the United States.

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3. NICO Kitchen + Bar

4.1

Excellent(1886)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newark

Booked 15 times today

Unwind from the grind at NICO, Newark's most relaxing space. Savor our American menu and the best fries you've ever had. NICO is the perfect place to meet up with friends after work, enjoy a pre-show meal before your NJPAC performance.. Our award-winning team is always here to bring you good times, great music, and delicious vibes.

4. Adega Grill

4.8

Exceptional(1189)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Portuguese • Newark

Booked 20 times today

From the moment you enter, tones of old world yellows, stone fireplaces, wrought iron cellar gates and sconces, soft candlelight, coves with upholstered sofa seating and friendly staff, it's an undeniable inviting space, nothing short of extraordinary. Two special occasion tables with antique throne chairs and live piano music add to the intimacy. Two romantic dining rooms cater to an elegant crowd, while the long narrow bar gathers a friendly and fun bunch nightly.The cuisine truly upholds the name of Fine Portuguese/Spanish Dining, seafood and fish, organic meats, the freshest ingredients and to maintain the tradition, huge portions are to be expected. The menu is seasonal and in addition to a varied selection of delectable dishes to satisfy any palette, daily specials are always featured. The wine list with over 180 selections is an ambitious one that keeps growing, but sure not to disappoint the discriminating connoisseur.

5. Q'Tal Bar & Grill

4.2

Awesome(47)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newark

Q'tal is a Multicultural restaurant serving a mix of New American dishes with Brazilian and Italian influence in Kearny NJ. We offer a complete experience from beginning to end in our dining room, bar, and cozy back patio. Behind our glass kitchen is Executive Chef, Edney Moreira, who takes pride in creating our unique menu and ensuring dishes are always fresh, as well as incorporating handmade ingredients such as our bread and pasta. We also have signature cocktails with a focus on beautiful and fresh ingredients, selected wine list and beer list.

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6. Medallion Steakhouse & Seafood

3.1

Good(53)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• International • Newark

Located in the heart of downtown Newark, Medallion Steakhouse is a restaurant that caters to steak and seafood enthusiasts. For those driving, parking is available at 29 Mulberry St, within the Robert Treat hotel. Our establishment takes pride in serving only the finest quality beef, seafood, chicken, and other delectable dishes.

7. Casa de Paco

4.6

Exceptional(364)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Newark

Booked 15 times today

Tapas bar that truly exemplifies Spanish culture. Weekly updated menus with only the freshest of ingredients paired with exquisite Spanish wines, craft beers and delicious sangrias.Rated #1 Paella in New Jersey by Yelp and Nj.com Winner of Newark's Best Cocktail 2019-2023 Party rooms available, outdoor patio.

8. Sol-Mar

4.6

Exceptional(164)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Portuguese • Newark

Booked 9 times today

Sol Mar Restaurant & Marisqueira is one of the leading seafood restaurants in New Jersey. It is family operated, opened in 1957, and focused on authentic Portuguese & Mediterranean cuisines. The interior of Sol-Mar is handcrafted as carefully as the menu, as diners are transported across the Atlantic as soon as they walk through the doors thanks to the authentic decor and style of the dining room. It is located just a few blocks from Newark Penn Station, close to Newark International Airport, in the famous neighborhood of Ironbound.Sol Mar’s menu experience featuring the finest seafood catch from regional coasts and international waters in Portugal and all over the world is showcased at your table. Diners who aren't feeling the taste of seafood can still order other dishes such as grilled porterhouse steak, pork chops in garlic sauce, and chicken marsala. You can enjoy all of Portugal's magnificent atmospheres without leaving the premises.

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9. The Taste of Brazil

4.1

Excellent(54)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Brazilian • Newark

Booked 22 times today

A unique dining experience and authentic Brazilian cuisine (Rodizio style) ready to serve you a fresh and tasteful selection of meats and an amazing salad bar. Taste every moment!

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10. Ah'Pizz - Harrison

4.2

Awesome(37)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Harrison

Ah’ Pizz Restaurant and Bar in Harrison, NJ is located minutes from the NJ Path train station and the Red Bull Arena. The new restaurant features a full bar and brings fresh Italian fare and Neapolitan Pizza to one of the hottest and up-and-coming areas for real estate and urban development in Northern NJ.

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Elizabeth
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service is top-notch and attentive, love the cocktails and solid menu. Perfect pairing with a concert at NYPAC! Makes the evening! Thanks so much!
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NICO Kitchen + BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newark
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4.1
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WillVIP
New York City •41 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great experience! Food was good and the service was good. The hostess seemed a bit overwhelmed by the traffic of people arriving but the manager did a good job seating people.
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Adega GrillPrice: Expensive• Portuguese• Newark
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4.8
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JOSEPH
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always fantastic ! From the attentive service to the delcious food in generous portion’s AAA every time
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Fornos of SpainPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Newark
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4.8
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Gamal
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 9, 2025
The food definitely exceeded expectations. Everything was flavorful and succulent. There was a DJ spinning live music and that added to the energy of the evening.
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Swahili Village OTSPrice: Expensive• African• Newark
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4.3
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MiguelVIP
New York City •36 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
The service from Julia was second to none. The good amazing!!!
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Q'Tal Bar & GrillPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newark
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4.2

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