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Stage Left Steak, New Brunswick, NJ

Stage Left Steak

4.5
4.5
1489 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
5 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ricky Stevens
  • Catering
    Please inquire contact our Catering Manager for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Stage Left has several rooms available for private events. We can accommodate groups from 15 to 130. We offer a variety of party menus. We also offer wine dinners and wine classes ideal for that a special celebration or a corporate mixer.
  • Neighborhood
    New Brunswick
  • Cross street
    George Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The restaurant is located a few minute walk from the New Brunswick train station, on the New Jersey Transit - Northeast Corridor line.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Start the Night off right with Glenfiddich

    $20.00 per person

    May 1, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
    Upgrade your reservation with a Glenfiddich welcome drink for everyone at the table. (A $30 per person value, charged as +$20 per person on your bill at the end.)
    Start the Night off right with Glenfiddich Photo

What 1,489 people are saying

Stage Left Steak reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Middlesex

    Great for fine wines

  • Middlesex

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Stage Left Steak offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding service" and "delicious food." Enjoy a variety of options from both steakhouse and Italian menus, perfect for special occasions. While some find it pricey, the "impeccable service" and "fantastic ambiance" make it a worthy treat. A top choice in New Brunswick!

1,489 Reviews
  1. carol VIP

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious arugula salad. Steak very tender , great flavor. My partner loved his Caesar salad and steak

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  2. Kim VIP

    New York City35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always outstanding food, service, and atmosphere at this restaurant.

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  3. Jen VIP

    New Jersey10 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We passed this restaurant many times over the past 30 years. We always wanted to try it, but it is SO expensive. We finally went for our anniversary before a show and were very disappointed. The service was fine, but the food tasted like diner food. We were hoping to really like it. We ordered a 12 oz filet and shrimp and crab Alfredo. The filet was served in 3 little pieces that couldn't have been more than 3 oz each. When my husband questioned the waiter he said they should be between 3-4 oz each, which means we basically got 9 oz (at a maximum) as opposed to the 12 oz advertised. The crab was non-existent in the shrimp and crab Alfredo; I spotted 2 ity-bity shreds of crab and there were 5 medium sized shrimp. They tasted like frozen shrimp, and for the price I expected fresh, large shrimp. The Alfredo sauce was also VERY heavy and thick. We ordered appetizers of salmon tartare, which my husband actually loved and stuffed mushrooms. The mushrooms also tasted like they were from frozen and were VERY cheesy. I had to send them back, which were taken off the bill. Our drinks were very expensive...NYC priced drinks. I ordered a Purple Maze, which was ok, but it couldn't have been more than 5 oz and for $18! Overall, we were disappointed, but the wait staff was attentive and friendly. They gave us a free creme brûlée for our anniversary, which was very good. I wouldn't mind spending the money if the food was actually good, but unfortunately only the salmon appetizer and the creme brûlée were. I do not recommend this restaurant, especially since there are now so many other restaurants in New Brunswick.

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  4. Sonai

    New York City18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This place never disappoints. Love the idea of cooking wagu steak on sizzling Himalayan salt block at your table. Great selection of reds and amazing cocktails!

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  5. remy VIP

    New York City9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for an Easter brunch. It was a set menu with many eclectic and delicious choices. Service was great. We had a round table for six people which made the dining experience very enjoyable. It is always nice to be able to converse with everyone at your table. 8/10 - happy I chose this restaurant 👍🏼

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  6. Mercy

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We booked a reservation for Easter and were not disappointed! What a lovely place with great service, and great food. I highly recommend going here for a special occasion. The Easter menu was varied and delicious! I had the lobster bisque and lamb shank. Hubby had the deviled eggs and steak and eggs. Our son had the cocktail shrimp and a burger. The portions were huge! Dessert was served buffet style and the choices were plentiful! Cookies, brownies, cupcakes, scones, you name it! Our son has a milk allergy and they kindly offered us a mango sorbet. Kudos to our waiter, Anthony, and really to everyone who was so kind, professional and pleasant!!

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  7. David VIP

    New York City267 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First visit, very impressed. Tasty food, great service and you have the benefits of two restaurants and two different menus in one location! Wonderful location, next door to the theatre. Would definitely return.

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  8. Jason

    New Orleans1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Ordered 2 burgers and an eggplant parm. Food and service were wonderful, however, dinner was not hot. Burgers came out room temp. and the eggplant was cold- had to go back to be heated. Burgers are outstanding

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  9. Elaina

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Complete disappointment - expensive and not even anywhere near worth the money. I ordered my steak medium and it came out raw the first time; when I sent back it was still rare. Steak knives from the dollar store. $13 garlic bread was the smallest loaf split into 3 pieces for 4 people. Service sucked too. Way too many other spots in New Brunswick to ever go back!

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  10. Dr. Sheila

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the live musician! Made the dinner taste even better

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Stage Left Steak is rated 4.5 stars by 1489 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Stage Left Steak

5 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Additional information

  • Cross street
    George Street
  • Neighborhood
    New Brunswick
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The restaurant is located a few minute walk from the New Brunswick train station, on the New Jersey Transit - Northeast Corridor line.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ricky Stevens
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please inquire contact our Catering Manager for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Stage Left has several rooms available for private events. We can accommodate groups from 15 to 130. We offer a variety of party menus. We also offer wine dinners and wine classes ideal for that a special celebration or a corporate mixer.
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