Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

4.3

1874 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bistro, American
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–8:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(973) 297-5855
Website
http://www.nicokitchenbar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Andrew Watterson
Catering
We can cater any event from breakfasts, lunches or dinners, private parties, corporate events, weddings or Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Private party facilities
NICO Kitchen + Bar is available for special events in our three private dining rooms for 20 to 200 guests.For details and menus:Kathy VermilyeKVermilye@ciemail.com

Location
One Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102
Neighborhood
Newark
Cross street
Mulberry Street
Parking details
NICO offers free parking with validation on non-show nights only (although not in conjunction with any NJPAC performance)
Public transit
Newark Light Rail - NJPAC . Please note: we are under construction and above ground lots are closed. Park in Military Park Garage and follow signs by the box office on how to enter Nico.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

coco mojito$13.00
koloa coconut rum, lime, mint
blueberry vodka smash$14.00
belvedere vodka, lime, blueberry, mint
ruby red gimlet$14.00
botanist gin, grapefruit, lime
passion-rita$15.00
patron silver, passion fruit, orange, lime
bourbon mule$13.00
high west bourbon, lemon, hibiscus, ginger
blue paradise$13.00
koloa rum, orange, pineapple, lime
the churchill$14.00
dewars scotch, sweet vermouth, orange
classic sidecar$14.00
nyak cognac, orange, lemon

Beers on Tap

local beers from Newark Local, Hoboken Brewing, Brix City, Cape May, and Brooklyn Brewery. ask your server for current selections

Beers Cans + Bottles

corona extra 4.6% abv$10.00
- bottle$10.00
yuengling lager 4.5% abv$9.00
- bottle$9.00
heineken lager 5% abv$10.00
- bottle$10.00
miller lite 4.2% abv$9.00
- bottle$9.00
pilsner urquell pilsner 4.4% Abv$10.00
- bottle$10.00
guinness stout 4.2% abv$11.00
- draught can$11.00
athletic run wild non-alcoholic IPA$9.00
less than 0.5% abv
- can$9.00

Wine by the Glass

avissi prosecco$13.00
- glass$13.00
chapoutier belleruch rosé$13.00
- glass$13.00
ruffino lumina pinot grigio$11.00
- glass$11.00
conundrum white blend$13.00
- glass$13.00
mcbride sisters sauvignon blanc$13.00
- glass$13.00
meiomi chardonnay$13.00
- glass$13.00
seasun pinot noir$13.00
- glass$13.00
highlands 41 "black granite red blend$12.00
- glass$12.00
hess shirtail cabernet sauvignon$13.00
- glass$13.00
domaine chandon brut$16.00
- mini split$16.00
moet & chandon imperial brut$33.00
- mini split$33.00

Non-Alcoholic

coke, diet coke, sprite, gingerale, lemonade$5.00
orange, cranberry, pineapple juice$6.00
coffee$5.00
saratoga still or sparkling water$9.00
- 1L bottle$9.00
tea$5.00
espresso, cappuccino, latte$6.00

What 1,874 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nico Kitchen & Bar in Newark offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food." It's a perfect spot for a pre-show meal at NJPAC, featuring a friendly, attentive staff and a lively yet cozy atmosphere. Guests appreciate the "tasty drinks" and a varied menu.

1,874 Reviews

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Gigi
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Ordered 4 main courses the taste was below average. Dessert was good. Price was high but very convenient if you’re going to see a show.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
22 reviews
3.0
22 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Pizza was just ok and needed salt. The prices are outrageous. I only went here because I attended a concert.i wouldn’t go otherwise. Coffee, tea and soft drinks are $5.00. Robbery.
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Sharon
New York City
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely meal but very noisy! Hope you can do something about the noise.
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LHP1124
New York City
31 reviews
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Salmon cakes were very dry. Server was great
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craig
VIP
Salt Lake City
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
It was absolutely freezing and very uncomfortable to even eat.
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joel
VIP
New York City
142 reviews
4.0
142 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Its a nice space. Service was very good. Food was ok. If not at PAC for a show, which we were, it wouldn't make my list.
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Susan
Washington DC
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a beautiful experience at Nico during a special birthday weekend. Nico's is contiguous to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, so if you're going to a show there, it is ultra convenient. Beyond the convenience, though, and the reason ANYONE looking for a terrific dining experience in Newark should choose Nico, is the scrumptious food, the warm and friendly service, and lovely ambience. The shrimp scampi, steak fries, autumn salad, and cheesecake were all delicious. The wine selection is a bit limited, but the Sommelier obviously takes pride and care in the wine selections and attended to us personally, and with class and warmth. Great experience that will motivate us to return to Nico and, yes, The New Jersey Performing Arts Center.
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Patrick
New York City
41 reviews
4.0
41 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was good - we ordered a series of tasty apps. Server admitted she was new when I asked what beers where on tap ( as menu directs to ask server) and she had to ask (give her a pad to take orders and have beers listed?). Ordered a beer and she returned with it after extended delay (few tables 2 bartenders not sure how delayed) and later again - when ordered second. Wife says she could see our drinks at bar - - I was close to just getting them. 4 tables in our section occupied . Tip…hustle the drinks as tips will elevate with bilI. I don’t drink a lot but NEVER should be thirsty. I literally was - I like beer with pizza. Oh..tables looked like alot of water was on cloth to clean and the water glasses seemed glued to table. Just was an off feeling with dinner overall but food (apps) were good! If you are seeing a show at NJPAC… couldn’t be more convenient.
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Shelley
VIP
Greater Boston
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tania, our waitress was wonderful. Food was great.
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Tracey
Orlando
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always EXCELLENT food and service-!!!!! I love the choice of meals and the beverages are always great.
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FAQs

Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 297-5855.

Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark is rated 4.3 stars by 1874 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

One Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102

Additional information

Cross street
Mulberry Street
Neighborhood
Newark
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–8:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bistro, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
NICO offers free parking with validation on non-show nights only (although not in conjunction with any NJPAC performance)
Public transit
Newark Light Rail - NJPAC . Please note: we are under construction and above ground lots are closed. Park in Military Park Garage and follow signs by the box office on how to enter Nico.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Andrew Watterson
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.nicokitchenbar.com/
Phone number
(973) 297-5855
Catering
We can cater any event from breakfasts, lunches or dinners, private parties, corporate events, weddings or Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Private party facilities
NICO Kitchen + Bar is available for special events in our three private dining rooms for 20 to 200 guests.For details and menus:Kathy VermilyeKVermilye@ciemail.com

Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Cocktails

coco mojito$13.00

blueberry vodka smash$14.00

ruby red gimlet$14.00

passion-rita$15.00

bourbon mule$13.00

blue paradise$13.00

the churchill$14.00

classic sidecar$14.00

Beers on Tap

Beers Cans + Bottles

corona extra 4.6% abv$10.00

yuengling lager 4.5% abv$9.00

heineken lager 5% abv$10.00

miller lite 4.2% abv$9.00

pilsner urquell pilsner 4.4% Abv$10.00

guinness stout 4.2% abv$11.00

athletic run wild non-alcoholic IPA$9.00

Wine by the Glass

avissi prosecco$13.00

chapoutier belleruch rosé$13.00

ruffino lumina pinot grigio$11.00

conundrum white blend$13.00

mcbride sisters sauvignon blanc$13.00

meiomi chardonnay$13.00

seasun pinot noir$13.00

highlands 41 "black granite red blend$12.00

hess shirtail cabernet sauvignon$13.00

domaine chandon brut$16.00

moet & chandon imperial brut$33.00

Non-Alcoholic

coke, diet coke, sprite, gingerale, lemonade$5.00

orange, cranberry, pineapple juice$6.00

coffee$5.00

saratoga still or sparkling water$9.00

tea$5.00

espresso, cappuccino, latte$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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