Rails Steakhouse

4.7

3678 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Good for groups

Rails Steakhouse is a modern American steakhouse offering carefully selected USDA Prime and CAB corn-fed beef, dry-aged a minimum of 28 days on-premise & hand-cut daily. We offer modern and contemporary dishes, including sustainable fresh seafood, homemade desserts, and an award-winning wine list recognized by Wine Spectator.

Attention to detail can be seen in this beautiful 20,000 sq. ft., restaurant where sprawling timber meets natural stonewalls, accents of glass showcase fire-and-water features in this luxe lodge. While all levels feature the same menu, the main dining room has a more sophisticated ambiance and Rafters on the second floor has a more casual lodge appeal. Descend to the lower level to find the secret passage that takes you to the wine cave, and Thirty 3, a speakeasy-style bar and lounge. Dine al fresco on our outdoor terraces offering spectacular views of the Pyramid Mountains. Most importantly, we want you to feel at home where our hospitality is second to none.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(973) 335-0006
Website
http://www.Railssteakhouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Frank Falivene
Private party facilities
Rails offers several private and intimate spaces, the Library and Mosaic room which feature sweeping views of downtown Towaco and are perfect for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries and showers and for holding smaller business meetings. For larger events such as cocktail and engagement parties consider the Rails main dining room or Rafters Lounge, with its striking catwalk and expansive, curved bar. In warmer months, the outdoor Vista Terrace is a wonderful location for a reception or a cocktail hour, offering front-row views of the gorgeous surrounding scenery. All of our private dining options feature Rails signature, eco-friendly blend of natural elements and luxurious interior design, and all have widescreen televisions available for presentations.

Location
10 Whitehall Rd, Towaco, NJ 07082
Neighborhood
Montville
Cross street
Pine Brook Road
Parking details
There is a private parking lot for patrons, and there are also several public parking lots available adjacent to the restaurant.
Public transit
NJ TransitTrain stops at the Towaco station in Montville Township.
Entertainment
Be our guest and visit a time gone by at our THIRTY 3 speakeasy lounge. Kick back and relax while listening to music on weekends, all in surroundings that transport you back to the naughty days of the 1930's. Please call ahead for our entertainment schedule.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,678 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Great for fine wines
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Great for outdoor dining
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Good for special occasions
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rails Steakhouse offers an inviting atmosphere perfect for special occasions, with standout dishes like the "outstanding" rib eye and "perfectly cooked" cowboy steak. Guests consistently praise the "amazing" service and "exceptional" dining experience. While some note variability in steak quality, the diverse menu and ambiance make Rails a "highly recommended" choice.

3,678 Reviews

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Daryl
New York City
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
After driving an hour to meet friends we checked in one HOUR early (7) before our reservation to enjoy time with our party of 4. Our reservation was for 8:15 PM. Enjoyed mocktails, wine, and appetizers at the main bar. 8:00 we went to the desk and they said they’d check on our table. I reminded them we were at the main bar. Back 15 minutes later to the desk and was told they were still checking on a table in the Speakeasy. But we could go downstairs to wait. It was after 8:30 that we finally got seated. Service was pleasant but slow. Didn’t love the sea bass dish small portion. Steaks were good. Manager gave dessert on the house due to the wait. Which wait? Dinner took 2.5 hours and disappointed to be seated by the bathroom at an awkward table with wavy couch. A good night with friends but annoyed with the amount of $$$ spent on a place that didn’t deliver as we’d expected.
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Ojilvis
New York City
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Disappointed in the service, despite having a reservation and arriving 20 minutes prior to the reservation we had to wait and actually got seated at a table after our actual reservation time. What was the point of making a reservation if we still had to wait, while others arriving after us where being seated right away? The customer service in this place was mediocre for the price. Would not be returning.
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Kevin
New York City
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great spot. A little noisy by the bar area but overall a very nice place to dine
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Jennifer
Philadelphia
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Greta food, everything is just a little bit pricey Service so exceptional
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Jacquelin
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and drinks and amazing service! was my first time going to Rails and it was a wonderful experience
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LorraineM
VIP
New York City
83 reviews
5.0
83 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is a classic. The food is always amazing and the staff is excellent.
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Joseph
VIP
New York City
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a special occasion and the staff was excellent. I needed to make changes to my reservation and all changes were carried out to my satisfaction. Good was amazing with a very nice wine list. Everything was perfect
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Steve
New York City
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent menu with good choices and nice additions to the steak selection on regular menu. Nice ambiance and good service but will say that while the steaks are quite good, in my opinion not the best steak for the money in NJ. Great desserts.
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Joe
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rails Steakhouse continues to impress! This was our fifth visit, and it never disappoints. The octopus appetizer was absolutely legit – perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The Rib Eye steak was outstanding, cooked to perfection, and paired beautifully with sides that were all on point. The service was top-notch as always, attentive and professional. Rails is consistently delivering an exceptional dining experience, and we can’t wait to return. Highly recommend!
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Natalie
New York City
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Did not exceed my expectations at all. When we first arrived the plates were dirty. I also don’t think we received the best service. The lobster Mac and cheese and smoked Gouda and bacon Mac and cheese was absolutely horrible. The steak was absolutely amazing though. It is not somewhere I would urge to come back to. I was highly disappointed especially because I went for my birthday celebration.
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Rails Steakhouse is rated 4.7 stars by 3678 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

10 Whitehall Rd, Towaco, NJ 07082

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Pine Brook Road
Neighborhood
Montville
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There is a private parking lot for patrons, and there are also several public parking lots available adjacent to the restaurant.
Public transit
NJ TransitTrain stops at the Towaco station in Montville Township.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Frank Falivene
Entertainment
Be our guest and visit a time gone by at our THIRTY 3 speakeasy lounge. Kick back and relax while listening to music on weekends, all in surroundings that transport you back to the naughty days of the 1930's. Please call ahead for our entertainment schedule.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.Railssteakhouse.com/
Phone number
(973) 335-0006
Private party facilities
Rails offers several private and intimate spaces, the Library and Mosaic room which feature sweeping views of downtown Towaco and are perfect for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries and showers and for holding smaller business meetings. For larger events such as cocktail and engagement parties consider the Rails main dining room or Rafters Lounge, with its striking catwalk and expansive, curved bar. In warmer months, the outdoor Vista Terrace is a wonderful location for a reception or a cocktail hour, offering front-row views of the gorgeous surrounding scenery. All of our private dining options feature Rails signature, eco-friendly blend of natural elements and luxurious interior design, and all have widescreen televisions available for presentations.

Rails Steakhouse

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