Washington House Restaurant

4.7

1641 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

Full-Service indoor dining is offered in our dining rooms and bar from Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am - 10 pm and Sunday, 11 am - 9 pm. Our tent is open for regular dining, Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am - 10 pm and Sunday, 11 am - 9 pm. The tent remains a perfect spot for groups and families.
Reservations are recommended for both dining options. Please note, all parties must be seated within 15 minutes of the reservation time.
Remember takeout is a great option! Our full menu is available to go including our signature cocktails, beer, and wine! See our website for further details and full menu options - www.washingtonhouserestaurant.com.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Burgers
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(908) 766-7610
Website
http://www.washingtonhouserestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Eloy Leonor
Catering
Please contact us by email (gm@washingtonhouserestaurant.com) for more information about our catering services.
Private party facilities
Please contact us by email for more information about events. Send your inquiry to gm@washingtonhouserestaurant.com.We look forward to talking with you!

Location
55 South Finley Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Neighborhood
Basking Ridge
Cross street
Henry St
Parking details
One private lot (on left-hand side of Henry St.) dedicated to guest parking and plentiful on-street parking.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Brussels Sprouts$8.00
with coconut
Whipped Potatoes$8.00
Citrus or Parsley Risotto$8.00
French Onion Soup$9.00
Gruyere, herb crouton
NE Clam Chowder
Herb crouton, Micro Greens
Bavarian Pretzel$15.00
pommery mustard and house-made horseradish cheese sauce
White Bean Dip$18.00
Cucumber slices & Baby Carrots, Tortilla Chips (chips not vegan)
Washington Sliders$20.00
Choice of Cheese, French Fries
Fried Calamari$18.00
Spicy Remoulade*, Marinara, lemon
Lobster Thermidor Toast Points$16.00
Main lobster tail, melted gruyere cheese, fresh dill
Oysters
Northern East Coast Varieties- Ask your server for daily selection (maximum of 24 per person, per visit)
Avocado Salmon Tartare*$19.00
Trout roe, wasabi aioli, cilantro, ginger soy glaze, taro chips & sliced cucumbers
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare$19.00
Siracha mango aioli, scallion, avocado, taro chip & sliced cucumbers
Shrimp Cocktail$21.00
Lemon wedge, cocktail sauce
2 oz Trout Caviar$41.00
Served 3-4, Product of Denmark. Served with Toast Points, Creme Fraiche, Diced Red Onions

Salads

Caesar$15.00
Organic Romaine, Imported Parmesan, Crostini, Traditional Dressing
House Chop$16.00
Organic romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, Bermuda onions, shaved imported parmesan, garbanzo beans, red wine honey dressing
Roasted Beet & Burrata$19.00
Roasted red & golden beets, organic field greens, Bermuda onions, port wine reduction
Blackened Chicken & Farro*$20.00
Organic kale, avocado, grape tomatoes, garbanzo beans, jack & cheddar cheese, Meyer lemon citrus vinaigrette
The Martha$20.00
Grilled chicken, organic mixed greens, tomatoes, chopped egg, blue cheese, bacon, avocado, balsamic vinaigrette

Salad Additions (Grilled or Blackened)

Chicken$8.00
Salmon$14.00
Yellowfin Tuna$15.00
Filet Mignon`$15.00
U10 Shrimp (3)$15.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

Grilled Chicken Sandwich$22.00
Sliced Avocado, arugula, tomato, brioche toast, basil aioli, French fries or Caesar Salad
Southwestern Black Bean Veggie Burger$22.00
topped with sliced avocado, avocado fries & spicy aioli (contains eggs)- Sub lettuce for bun= vegan
Classic Burger$17.00
Organic iceberg, tomato, choice of cheddar, bleu, swiss, gruyere or American cheese, French fries or Caesar salad
Washington Burger$21.00
Secret sauce, smoked bacon, gruyere cheese, grilled onion & organic romaine, French fries or Caesar salad
Asian- Style Salmon Burger$24.00
Miso, shitake mushrooms, wasabi aioli, avocado fries or Caesar salad

Burger Additions

Cheese$1.00
Caramelized Onions$1.00
Pickled Jalapenos$1.00

Entrees

Roasted Boneless Chicken$34.00
grilled saffron-infused yukon gold potatoes, sautéed asparagus, natural sauce
Hatfield Reserve French-Cut Pork Chop$38.00
served blackened, gorgonzola & butternut squash risotto, sauteed baby bok choy, chunky apple bourbon sauce
Fish & Chips$27.00
Hand-battered cod, French fried, tartar sauce, lemon wedge
Scottish Salmon$36.00
Citrus risotto, sautéed spinach, Meyer lemon
Crab Cakes$36.00
Whipped potatoes, sautéed spinach, Pommery mustard dill sauce
Sesame-Crusted Tuna$36.00
Jasmine rice cake, sautéed baby bok choy, Thai coconut sauce
Boom-Boom Shrimp$36.00
Vermicelli rice noodles, mixed Asian vegetables, ginger Thai coconut sauce
Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl (served raw, sushi grade tuna)$36.00
Coconut jasmine rice, avocado, cucumbers, fava beans, scallions, crispy noodles, sesame soy sauce, siracha mango aioli
Pan Seared Sea Scallops
Sugar snap peas, bacon lardons, lemon mashed potatoes, herb salad garnish
Braised Short Rib Tacos$27.00
Charred pineapple relish, siracha mango aioli, micro greens, corn tortillas
Filet Mignon Tips$36.00
Mushroom medley, parsley risotto, madeira sauce
Frikadeller$38.00
Yukon gold whipped potatoes, braised red cabbage, Danish brown sauce
14 oz Black Agnus New York Strip$47.00
Roasted leek & parsnip puree, haricot verts, citrus herb butter
8 oz Beef Tenderlion$49.00
Truffle whipped potatoes, haricot verts, béarnaise sauce

Valentine's Specials (available Tuesday 2-11 to Sunday March 9)

Creamy Cauliflower Soup $9.00
with bacon & scallion garnish - available to take out in Pints and Quarts
Strawberry Salad GF$18.00
organic baby arugula, candied walnuts, goat cheese crumbles, raspberry vinaigrette
Braised Short Ribs GF$38.00
herb-roasted parsnip purée, sauteed heirloom carrots
Pan-Roasted Chilean Seabass GF$49.00
braised lentils, sauteed brussels sprouts & bacon lardons, caperberry citrus beurre blanc
Chef Eloy’s Tiramisu-Inspired Red Velvet Cake $14.00
fresh berries & raspberry coulis

What 1,641 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Somerset
Great for outdoor dining
Somerset
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Washington House Restaurant offers a "great dining experience" with consistently "delicious food" and "excellent service." Diners appreciate the "quaint and intimate" setting, both indoors and in the tented outdoor area. Highlights include the "fresh oysters," "salmon tartare," and "perfectly cooked" entrees. It's a "favorite spot" for family gatherings and special occasions.

1,641 Reviews

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Brandon
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
First time there was awesome. Food was elite. Atmosphere was relaxed. Seemed like they were light staffed at the moment and the staff that I saw were working extra hard to make up for it.
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Raymond VIP
London27 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were excellent! We had a perfect table in the corner by the window and we really enjoyed our dinner.
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Jay
New Jersey1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good atmosphere, great service, but pricey fare! Will visit again at some point in the future, but not often.
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Lisa VIP
Philadelphia42 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant to meet friends/family! Food was delicious.
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Debbie VIP
New York City91 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great! the service was wonderful! Our waitress Michelle was perfect...great night!
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robert VIP
New York City97 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Worst dining experience ever. The out side should never have been open on a cold night. No heaters. Heated floor did nothing. Eating with your winter coat on is horrible. I will never come again. Do better for your guests.
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sam VIP
New Jersey46 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The main dining room was crowded and quite noisy early on. As the evening progressed, the noise level diminished. All that said, it was a great meal...
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Ellie
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
On our recent trip to Washington House, my fiance and I were amazed by the service. They honestly blew us away. Everything came out so quickly, the servers were attentive and kind. Our food and drinks were all excellent. This was one of the best restaurant experiences we have had in a long time. I look forward to our next dinner there soon!
Washington House RestaurantResponded on February 24, 2025
Glad you enjoyed everything including the toast!
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Merry Lee VIP
New Jersey17 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Before I go into detail, I do want to say this was out first time here, we had an enjoyable evening, and would recommend this restaurant. For appetizers, I ordered the onion soup ($10.00), which had a nice flavor with plenty of cheese added. My husband ordered the Caesar salad, ($15.00). He tries them everywhere he goes, looking for the best of the best. Unfortunately this was a far cry from good, and we would not suggest it. There isn't much to a Caesar to begin with, so it's critical to have a good dressing and flavorful cheese. The most we can say is the lettuce was fresh. The entrees on the other hand were delicious. My husband had the scallops at MP of ($42.00). I had the short rib special with parsnip puree, and heirloom carrots for ($38.00). Both dishes were presented with artistry, texture, and abounded with flavor. For dessert we shared the freshly made Churros ($13.00), and we would suggest these if you want something sweet, but light. Overall, our experience here was pleasant and we will be back.
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Joseph VIP
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, ambiance and service are always great at Washington House!
Washington House RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2025
Thanks, Joseph!
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FAQs

Washington House Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (908) 766-7610.

Washington House Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1641 OpenTable diners.

Washington House Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

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55 South Finley Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920

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Additional information

Cross street
Henry St
Neighborhood
Basking Ridge
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Burgers
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
One private lot (on left-hand side of Henry St.) dedicated to guest parking and plentiful on-street parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Eloy Leonor
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.washingtonhouserestaurant.com/
Phone number
(908) 766-7610
Catering
Please contact us by email (gm@washingtonhouserestaurant.com) for more information about our catering services.
Private party facilities
Please contact us by email for more information about events. Send your inquiry to gm@washingtonhouserestaurant.com.We look forward to talking with you!

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Washington House Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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Oysters

Boom-Boom Shrimp

Classic Burger

Appetizers

Brussels Sprouts$8.00

Whipped Potatoes$8.00

Citrus or Parsley Risotto$8.00

French Onion Soup$9.00

NE Clam Chowder

Bavarian Pretzel$15.00

White Bean Dip$18.00

Washington Sliders$20.00

Fried Calamari$18.00

Lobster Thermidor Toast Points$16.00

Oysters

Avocado Salmon Tartare*$19.00

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare$19.00

Shrimp Cocktail$21.00

2 oz Trout Caviar$41.00

Salads

Caesar$15.00

House Chop$16.00

Roasted Beet & Burrata$19.00

Blackened Chicken & Farro*$20.00

The Martha$20.00

Salad Additions (Grilled or Blackened)

Chicken$8.00

Salmon$14.00

Yellowfin Tuna$15.00

Filet Mignon`$15.00

U10 Shrimp (3)$15.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

Grilled Chicken Sandwich$22.00

Southwestern Black Bean Veggie Burger$22.00

Classic Burger$17.00

Washington Burger$21.00

Asian- Style Salmon Burger$24.00

Burger Additions

Cheese$1.00

Caramelized Onions$1.00

Pickled Jalapenos$1.00

Entrees

Roasted Boneless Chicken$34.00

Hatfield Reserve French-Cut Pork Chop$38.00

Fish & Chips$27.00

Scottish Salmon$36.00

Crab Cakes$36.00

Sesame-Crusted Tuna$36.00

Boom-Boom Shrimp$36.00

Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl (served raw, sushi grade tuna)$36.00

Pan Seared Sea Scallops

Braised Short Rib Tacos$27.00

Filet Mignon Tips$36.00

Frikadeller$38.00

14 oz Black Agnus New York Strip$47.00

8 oz Beef Tenderlion$49.00

Valentine's Specials (available Tuesday 2-11 to Sunday March 9)

Creamy Cauliflower Soup $9.00

Strawberry Salad GF$18.00

Braised Short Ribs GF$38.00

Pan-Roasted Chilean Seabass GF$49.00

Chef Eloy’s Tiramisu-Inspired Red Velvet Cake $14.00

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