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Char Steakhouse - Raritan, Raritan, NJ

Char Steakhouse - Raritan

4.7 (3520)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
777 US Highway 202 North, Raritan, NJ 08869

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
Experience the best of New York-style dining right in the heart of Central Jersey at Char Steakhouse. Our upscale yet inviting atmosphere, paired with an innovative menu, makes us a top destination for steak lovers & seafood enthusiasts alike. At Char, we take pride in serving the finest dry-aged and prime beef, expertly prepared for maximum flavor. Our seafood is delivered fresh daily, ensuring an exceptional dining experience with each visit. Guests can savor seven premium cuts of dry-aged beef or indulge in fresh oysters and colossal blue crab from our renowned raw bar. Unique design elements include four state-of-the-art fireplaces and our signature Rain Room, where a cascading water wall sets a serene tone for an unforgettable meal.
Whether you're looking for an intimate dinner, a lively night out, or a private gathering, Char Steakhouse has the perfect setting

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Phil Deffina
  • Catering
    Char Steakhouse will deliver to any location within 25 miles for parties ranging from 15 to 500 guests
  • Private party facilities
    Char Steakhouse features private and semi private areas that can accommodate a range of party sizes from 15-200 guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Bridgewater
  • Cross street
    First Avenue
  • Parking details
    Our private parking lot accommodates 80 to 100 vehicles and Valet is available for special events.
  • Public transit
    Raritan stop on the New Jersey Transit Raritan Valley Line.
  • Entertainment
    Our staff provides all the entertainment our diners will need
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,520 people are saying

Char Steakhouse - Raritan 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Somerset

    Hot spot

  • Somerset

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Somerset

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Char Steakhouse in Raritan offers an impressive dining experience with "consistently amazing" food and "superb" service. The atmosphere is both "fun" and "beautiful," particularly on the renovated patio. Guests rave about the "great steaks," attentive staff, and thoughtful touches like gluten-free options. A standout for special occasions.
3,520 Reviews
  1. KurtS

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Asked for a booth and did not get it. Tables are way too close to each other. I don’t need to hear other people’s conversation. You spend good money, you expect better

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  2. Michael VIP

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Four of us found the food to be excellent taste and quality. Server Dario did a great job

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  3. Cindi VIP

    New York City30 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Last time I was there it was terrible. I wrote a bad review which they deserved. I didn't want to return, but our guests did. It was so much better the steak was not gray and it was very good. Hopefully just an off night, too bad it was on my time. They charge a 3% for credit cards.

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  4. Elizabeth (Betty)

    New Jersey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All food that our party ordered was excellent. Surf and turf absolutely delicious as was the Kansas steak my husband ordered. Perfectly cooked to our liking.

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  5. BARBARA

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent, and the service was outstanding. It was a family dinner and all of us came away very impressed with the experience.

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  6. Deb VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner with friends to celebrate their 25th anniversary. Steven was an attentive server. He made several great recommendations, and he was kind enough to bring over two spare bones for both of our lucky pups at home. Our cocktails and meals were fabulous as usual. The renovated patio looks beautiful. Thank you for a nice evening out.

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  7. Joseph P.

    New York City27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a Delmonico steak. Cooked nicely but very fatty. Service was good.

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  8. marco

    Miami - Dade2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    great service and good cocktails the dining room had this funny carpet odors but overall nice dining room

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  9. Joanne

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had to change our reservation time they did so without any issues we had outside dining, which was beautiful. They have a new enclosure so it was very nice. The food was excellent. The waiter was great friendly. Very knowledgeable informative of the menu the specials we celebrated Father’s Day and our daughters birthday.

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  10. shelley VIP

    New York City38 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful, server was very attentive, but running out of popovers? Only disappointing experience at Char!

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FAQs

Char Steakhouse - Raritan offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (908) 707-1777.

Char Steakhouse - Raritan is rated 4.7 stars by 3520 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Char Steakhouse - Raritan

777 US Highway 202 North, Raritan, NJ 08869

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    First Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Bridgewater
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Our private parking lot accommodates 80 to 100 vehicles and Valet is available for special events.
  • Public transit
    Raritan stop on the New Jersey Transit Raritan Valley Line.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Phil Deffina
  • Entertainment
    Our staff provides all the entertainment our diners will need
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Char Steakhouse will deliver to any location within 25 miles for parties ranging from 15 to 500 guests
  • Private party facilities
    Char Steakhouse features private and semi private areas that can accommodate a range of party sizes from 15-200 guests.
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