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1. Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar
4.8
Exceptional(2838)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • New Brunswick
Booked 27 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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2. Steakhouse 85
4.8
Exceptional(4030)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • New Brunswick
Booked 24 times today
Steakhouse 85 is a 21st century rendition of the classic American Steakhouse. The menu at Steakhouse 85 is comprised of fresh and inspiring modern day interpretations of classic American cuisine, served alongside the traditional steakhouse classics we all know and love. The back bone of our menu is without a doubt our beef. Our mouth watering dry aged steaks are rubbed with a simple yet luscious combination of sea salt, black pepper and fresh herbs. They are seared on a 1200 degree cast iron grill and then broiled to your liking. Paired with a large classically designed bar, complete with savvy cocktails and a Wine Spectator award winning wine list, this steakhouse is sure to please.Wine Spectator Award of ExcellenceOfficial Steakhouse of Rutgers Athletics
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3. The Frog and the Peach
4.5
Awesome(3178)
Price: Expensive
• American • New Brunswick
Booked 13 times today
The Frog &The Peach is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant and bar serving Chef Bruce Lefebvre's innovative American cuisine with thoughtful service, in a lively, upscale industrial space. We are centrally located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, between Philadelphia and New York City. Our bar is first come-first served, where you can enjoy the full menu and experience! For private events or parties of 12 or more please call Maria Mattera at (856) 271-2222.PARKING: We have a small parking lot that is for our valet services only. The Hyatt Hotel Church St. parking garages are one block away. See you in New Brunswick! The Frog & The Peach reserves the right to change or modify any terms and conditions listed on non-directly affiliated services, at any time. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the revisions on our main website.
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4. Catherine Lombardi
4.8
Exceptional(2377)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • New Brunswick
Booked 21 times today
Upscale Italian restaurant with homey fare & 2 fireplaces plus a cozy red interior & lively bar.Serving Menus from Stage Left Steak & Catherine Lombardi in the Same Dining Room Mondays-Saturdays. Spring and Summer months seating will be in Stag Left Steak. Fall and Winter in Catherine Lombardi
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5. Fresco Italian Steak & Seafood Grill
4.8
Exceptional(1013)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • New Brunswick
Booked 16 times today
Fresco Steak & Seafood Grill is known for offering fresh sea fare, chicken, veal and other meat dishes as well as pasta and vegetarian items. The main dining area of the restaurant is quite opulent and exudes a relaxing atmosphere. The appetizers on Fresco Steak & Seafood Grill's menu are mostly seafood such as favorites like clams on the half shell along with chilled seafood cocktail and a salad that is filled with calamari, crab meat and scallops. Hot Antipasto for two is a favorite appetizer as well as Rock shrimp arrabbiata.Fresco Steak & Seafood Grill also offers soups and salads for diners who prefer lighter fare. The main dishes on the menu include a range of steaks and chops such as the classic Rib Eye, NY Sirloin Steak, Double-Cut Berkshire Porkchop, Lamb chops among others. Chicken, Veal and Pasta options are mentioned separately.
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6. Clydz
4.6
Exceptional(1018)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • New Brunswick
Booked 9 times today
Clydz is a lively New Brunswick destination with a subterranean atmosphere, reminiscent of a 1920's speakeasy. At Clydz, the fare is anything but ordinary. The menu is comprised of small plates and entrees, ranging from a selection of steaks, scallops, duck, house made pastas and desserts.The cuisine is not the only element that sets Clydz apart from the rest. The trendy bar, enhanced by fish tanks and fireplaces, offers adventurous martini and cocktail selections. When making a reservation please keep in mind, tables will only be held 15 minutes past the reservation time. ***Please be advised-If you are dining with us pre-theater, please allow two hours minimum for your stay!If you are making reservations for parties larger than 8 or do not see a reservation available, please call the restaurant at 732-846-6521.We look forward to seeing you.Cheers!
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7. Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge
4.6
Exceptional(894)
Price: Moderate
• Cuban • New Brunswick
Booked 6 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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8. Fat Cactus
4.2
Awesome(426)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • New Brunswick
Booked 11 times today
Located in the heart of the lively George Street area of New Brunswick, Fat Cactus Mexican Cantina, is the number one destination for both authentic and American-style Mexican food. Enjoy table-side guacamole or a variety of tacos made fresh before your eyes at our very own taco truck! Our frozen margarita menu and tequila and rum cocktails are sure to transport you to the agave fields of Central Mexico. Enjoy your favorite meal while listening to our various mariachi bands or our guest DJs on Fridays and Saturdays. Our kitchen is open late everyday and all day, so there will be plenty of opportunities to come see what we are all about!
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9. Stage Left Steak
4.8
Exceptional(1454)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • New Brunswick
Booked 7 times today
A contemporary steakhouse in the heart of New Brunswick's theater district with a wood-burning grill serving delicious dry-aged steaks and locally sourced dishes since 1992. The wine list is extensive and features estate-bottled wines from small producers. A variety of hand-crafted cocktails are offered on the nationally-recognized cocktail menu. Winner of many accolades including Best of the Best, Best Steak, Best Burger, "Best of Award of Excellence", Coziest Restaurant and more.We are currently open Monday - Thursday : 4:30-9 and Friday - Saturday : 4:30-9:30. In cooperation with our sister restaurant, Catherine Lombardi, guests have the option of ordering from both of our menus on the days that we're open.
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10. Victoria’s Tratta Italiano
4.2
Awesome(97)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • New Brunswick
Booked 1 time 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.

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  • Wileenvip
    Greater Boston •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Happened upon this restaurant while traveling. Excellent food, service, ambience. Creative menu. Amazing dessert (Basque Cheesecake with caramelized topping). Would definitely return when passing through again.
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    Salt Seafood & Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• New Brunswick
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    4.8
  • Barbara
    New York City •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Lamb chops were delicious and cooked exactly as requested.
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    Fresco Italian Steak & Seafood GrillPrice: Expensive• Italian• New Brunswick
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    4.8
  • Michael
    New York City •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Date night menu was excellent. Server was attentive but not overly so. Great value for the money. Can't wait to go back
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    Steakhouse 85Price: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Brunswick
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    4.8
  • davidvip
    New York City •61 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Good friends recently moved to Somerset NJ, requiring us to come up with a place to dine ---what a find! Frog and Peach is perfect: great food, service and relaxed ambience. Tucked away in the middle of "Georgetown" type new condos, this oasis has an interesting, unusual menu -- including a seasonal price fix $78 that looks great -- right now, it was a "Southern" menu with hush puppies, BBQ etc that is not to our liking. Special appie Veggie Raviolo was terrific, as was the freshly baked bread on- site. Caccio e Pepe was ok, but could have been more "saucy" and peppery for me, and a bit less al dente. Duck was delicious. We realized that New Brunswick is only a short ride from Somerset and plan to return for their well-known brunch!
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    The Frog and the PeachPrice: Expensive• American• New Brunswick
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    4.5
  • Chevaunvip
    Washington, D.C. Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 19, 2024
    This was my first time visiting New Brunswick, NJ, and I love Italian cuisine. I am so happy I was able to get a reservation at Catherine Lombardi’s! From start to finish, the service and atmosphere was impeccable, and the food was delicious to boot! The server was attentive and knowledgeable. The owner stopped by our table to offer insight on the menu and to check in with our group. We enjoyed the food, drinks, and dessert. Too many flavor profiles to share in detail but there is not a bad dish at all and our group tried several. I want to return to New Brunswick just to go back to the restaurant. I highly recommend Catherine Lombardi’s.
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    Catherine LombardiPrice: Expensive• Italian• New Brunswick
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    4.8

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