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CJ Mcloones
CJ Mcloones

CJ Mcloones Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://www.cjmcloones.com
  • Email: cj@mcloones.com
  • Phone: (732) 758-0800
  • Hours of Operation: Lunch: Daily: 11:00am - 4:00pm

    Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 4:00pm - Midnight

    Brunch: Sunday: 10:30am - 2:30pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: American
  • Executive Chef: Walter Quiteno
  • Dress Code: Casual Dress
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Catering: Call us for more information.

Getting there

  • Public Transit: Call us for more information.
  • Parking: Private Lot
A word from CJ Mcloones
CJ McLoone's features an intimate, American tavern experience for the entire family, offering lunch and dinner seven days a week; as well as a casual and spacious pub with 14 flat screen TVs, perfect to relax and watch the game.
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerGreat for Lunch
Diner Reviews
  • "Highly recommend. We had the Talapia and Salmon. Very good and flavorful."
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "We went for Valentine's day, the place was packed and they had a nice touch for the ladies which was a Red rose, we went with the prefix menu it had good variety. Had salad, then steak spring roll, twin lobster tails and dessert all for $50.00 not bad. My wife had Salad, Shrimp cocktail, Rack of lamb and coconut flan all very nice."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "they provided the best experience possible for my valentines day. A++++++"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "We made reservations for a Valentine's Day dinner at the restaurant. The food was good and the service was excellent. A rose was offered to each female, a nice touch."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Don't miss out on the delicious meal and fun time at CJ McLoones!"
    Dined on 8/31/2013
  • "The menu is varied and tempting. All lunch items in our group were enjoyed; well served, plentiful, and tasty. The waiter responded to our special requests with kindness. The soups were especially luscious and satisfying. We'll definitely return."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "we were a group of 7. the seating location was ideal. everyone received their dinners at the same time and the food was prepared to everyone's liking."
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "This was my third time at McLoones and I recommand this restaurant to everyone. The lunches are great and so is the dinners. If you have not experienced McLoones please do so."
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "Spilled water, drinks and dinner all over my guests"
    Dined on 1/11/2014
  • "This place is small and built around an upscale tavern feel but this is not your typical tavern menu. CJ Mcloones sports many of the popular dishes from the other Mcloones restaurants in the area. We had the famous Mcloones crab cakes which were delicious and the prime rib was done perfectly. Great menu with something for everyone and also a great Kid's menu. Our son had the kids grilled steak which is perfect for a 12 year old steak lover! My teen daughter had penne vodka. Again not something you would normally expect much from at a tavern but this clearly was the Mcloones recipe and was delicious. Give it a try!"
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "We had a very nice meal on a very busy day: New Years Eve. The lobster tails were delicious; the service was great."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "My friend and I had New Year's Eve dinner at CJ McLoone's prior to attending a concert. We had reservations in advance and I was pleasantly surprised at how quickly we were seated. Obviously New Year's Eve is a very busy night for most restaurants and I could tell the place was totally sold out. We were seated immediately and had excellent service in spite of how packed the place was. Our food order was taken quickly by a server that was very attentive and friendly. Our meals were delicious and the server checked on us several times to make sure we were happy and not in need of anything. I have worked in the restaurant industry for years and CJ McLoone's hit it out of the park! We'll be back for sure."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "My sister and I met our cousin for lunch over the holidays. We had a great time catching up on family news. We weren't rushed at all. The service was fine, the food was good and we had a delightful afternoon."
    Dined on 12/30/2013
  • "Excellent food and service - the idea of the free champagne with the pre fixe dinner was great although I would have preferred auvh dryer champagne."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "It was New Years Eve but we went just for an early dinner. We were seated right away thanks to the reservation. Food was good but a much smaller menu than usual. Server seemed preoccupied so service was fair . Crab-corn chowder was fantastic. Tuna bites awesome. We were happy overall and will be back."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "Casual, comfortable local restaurant. Been here a few times, bartenders aren't too friendly or welcoming which is a turnoff but most of the wait staff is nice. Food is good and it's nice to have another local option."
    Dined on 11/16/2013
  • "I've eaten here many times and the food is always good not great but for some reason I keep coming back. This time the food was still good (love the bread and tomato/oil they give you) but the service was so poor it made the whole dining experience disappointing. I'll think twice before returning."
    Dined on 11/19/2013
  • "We were seated right away thanks to our Open Table reservation even though there was a wait. I think the only problem we had was it seemed a bit cramped. My husband was bumped into several times by the wait staff. Food was great. Angry shrimp was certainly angry. Service, Paul, was very attentive but not intrusive. We will be back."
    Dined on 11/15/2013
  • "Party of 4 on a Saturday night. Food was better than expected. Prime rib was cooked perfectly and so was our NY Strip. Service was attentive but not overbearing. Great desserts."
    Dined on 11/9/2013
  • "We were a foursome. Had a wonderful time. Happy hour was great. We enjoyed everything we ordered and were not rushed."
    Dined on 10/29/2013
  • "the brunch was great, but we were the only ones there!!"
    Dined on 10/27/2013
  • "Restaurant exudes a feeling of warmth, beautifully decorated. Seating was a little tight for a group of 7. Everyone loved their dinners. Fried artichokes were excellent!"
    Dined on 10/15/2013
  • "Nice spread with lots of choices, culminating in Prime Rib. One Mimosa drink per adult. Starting with raw bar and crudité. Cheeses and salads. Breakfast items (e.g., stuffed French toast, pancakes, bacon, sausage, home fries), Entrees (e.g., Chicken Francaise, Pepper Steak, rice pilaf, potatoes). Then to custom-made omelets with your choices of fixins (e.g., mushrooms, peppers, onions, parsley, tomatoes, etc.). Or have fresh waffles made the way you like. Then a fruit platter. Also pastries, including Danish, croissants, etc. Coffee as you like, tea, etc. Attentive staff - eager to please. A pleasant way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon and spend some time partaking in a feast. You will definitely enjoy this Brunch."
    Dined on 10/13/2013
  • "The food was very good. Everyone liked what they ordered. We liked the atmosphere but we had a group of 6 and it was hard to hear the people on the opposite side of the table."
    Dined on 10/6/2013
  • "Decor/bar/menu-all good. Ordered nachos/3 entrees. All yummy except braised short ribs (tough & dry like pot roast) But real problem was Server! She seemed to be disconnected. She introduced herself, took drink order & said she'd be back w/bread. She returned w/drinks (no bread) & took appetizer/dinner order. We asked for jalepenos on side-nachos (dining w/2 kids). Also asked for extra napkins. Few min later, nachos arrived (by other server). Jalepenos were mixed in. After I separated jalepenos, we ate nachos (yummy) our server returned & asked how were nachos. We said jalepenos were not on side & please bring napkins (2nd request). She unemotionally apologized & asked if needed drink refill. She brought drinks & we said.. Continued..."
    Dined on 10/6/2013
  • "The food was delicious as it always is at any McLoone's. Our waiter was rather inattentive and we had to wait along time before he appeared with the check."
    Dined on 9/15/2013
  • "Since taking over this going concern last year the McLoone organization has been trying to bring more consistancy to what,in my experience, was a spotty experience.The eclectic menu was more Pub fare than a white tablecloth establishment represented in the main dinning room.I detected frozen entrees being used which was confirmed by the corporate food manager. That appears to have changed and last weekend's dinning was overall very good.The menu has been updated as has the wine list. Hopefully, they will keep up the good work and we will keep going back."
    Dined on 9/15/2013
  • "We have been back to CJ McLoones many times. Never disappointing, always as good as the last visit."
    Dined on 9/15/2013
  • "It was our first time dining here and it exceeded all expectations! The food and service was excellent!! We are definitely returning again...and again!!"
    Dined on 9/15/2013
  • "A solid menu especially for 10 pm. Good fare, good range of prices and all around a fine place. Friday the 13th the jazz piano player was very good."
    Dined on 9/14/2013
  • "had a wonderful dinner. Service was excellent. Wish menu was a bit larger."
    Dined on 8/15/2013
  • "The Sunday brunch was great. They cooked the prime rib medium rare which is much better than one that's been sitting out like most brunches."
    Dined on 8/4/2013
  • "Our waiter was attentive, friendly, visited with our table often and provided us with all requests. The restaurant was clean and smelled fresh when we arrived."
    Dined on 8/4/2013
  • "Food was just okay for the prices being charged. Service was very rushed and felt more like a diner then a fine dining establishment. Staff very young and although did try to be friendly, their inexperience was very apparent. Even when asked for time to complete our dinners, they still hovered and wanted to take our plates. Might get better with direction from more experienced leadership. Might try it again in the bar area for a quick sandwich or salad but not for dinner."
    Dined on 7/20/2013
  • "We were seated immediately and our server was attentive. The poached salmon was delicious! Looking forward to another visit."
    Dined on 6/29/2013
  • "this has not been the first time I had a meal there. it was perfect and the food outstanding. our guy named Joseph was great. will always pick this for a lunch or dinner anytime"
    Dined on 6/15/2013
  • "I called that I would be a little late for my reservation and the hostess couldn't have been nicer in accomidating me. Menu isn't huge but everything we had from Firecracker Shrimp & Wings to a Burger & Prime Rib were all hot and delishious. Also their Meatloaf and French Onion Soup were also excellent."
    Dined on 6/11/2013
  • "I took three clients for brunch on Sunday June 9th (one of them recommended CJ McLoones because it was close to her home) we walked in and were the only people there about an hour later four other came in. The food was good the service was good. The selections were just ok the breads offered were not good and desserts were very few small pieces of cake bars. If I had paid $15 it would have been a good brunch for the money but $25 was a bit much for this buffet I go to McLoones in Long Branch and we were very happy with what we got for our money and the way it was presented."
    Dined on 6/9/2013
  • "This is a good place to go when you don't want to go too far from home but I wouldn't travel a distance for this place. The food is good not great. Our waitress was very good but had a problem in that she kept having to move away from our table while trying to tell us the specials because the next table was too close and other servers kept trying to walk by. She was frustrated and it made it hard to hear what the specials were. The manager did come over to apologize (hope he apologized to the server too) The prime rib was cooked as ordered and was very tasty. The jambalya special was mostly good, some of the seafood a bit overcooked."
    Dined on 5/25/2013
  • "Love the neighborhood feel and relaxed atmosphere. Had the Cajun Tuna Bites as appetizer and it was delicious. For entree, I ordered the Blackened Tilapia and it was delicious as well. Definitely plan on returning to try the other menu items in addition to just hanging by the bar with friends."
    Dined on 5/26/2013
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