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A photo of Bellemara Distillery restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(99)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Hillsborough
Booked 4 times today
Join us for a tasting or cocktail made with our grain to glass spirits. We do not have a kitchen, but you can bring your own food or order in. Enjoy a drink outdoors on our sunny patio (weather dependent, must request in notes), watch the bartenders at work in our tasting room bar area, or relax in the upstairs cocktail lounge overlooking the distillery. Table assignements are made soley based on group size and availability. We are unable to accomodate small groups at larger tables due to our limited seating capacity. You may request specific seating in your booking but we cannot guarantee availability. We will not combine multiple reservations. No standing room. Groups of >10 MUST call/text 609-578-9874 to book. For first floor or ADA seating please write a note when making your reservation. The second floor is only accessible via stairs. Last call 30 minutes before close. Later reservations may have limited time. Dogs are not permitted indoors or on the patio.
A photo of Cafe Graziella restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(421)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Hillsborough
Booked 3 times today
Welcome to Cafe Graziella Cucina Italiana, located in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Family owned and operated since 1995.Our restaurant is open six days a week, and features a beautiful main dining room, two private event rooms and a diverse menu to cater to a wide variety of tastes and tradition.We also offer both catering packages and party packages to help you plan your next event. If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
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4.8
Exceptional(376)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Hillsborough
Booked 9 times today
We are open for outdoor seating & curbside pickup! Caffe Piazza is an Italian Restaurant located in downtown Hillsborough. This Italian bistro has existed since 1995. Chef/Proprietor delivers authentic delightful Italian dishes from his region of Calabria to the rest of the country and Mediterranean regions and is often seen in the dining room conversing with patrons. You"ll find a friendly, cozy atmosphere. The long-time and devoted staff, whom you'll know by name, are always affable and ready to please. Come to Caffe Piazza Restaurant, and whether you are just having dinner or a romantic night or simply celebrating with friends, and we'll be sure to serve you with professionalism and attentive service. Also everyone who works at Caffe Piazza is considered family, so you will find the home style spirit helpful and dedicated to make sure your visit is not your last. At Caffe Piazza, only the freshest ingredients available are used to prepare orders.
A photo of Cafe Emilia restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(704)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Bridgewater
Booked 11 times today
Cafe Emilia is conveniently located on Route 202 in Bridgewater New Jersey. Our cuisine represents the best of Italian dining, using fresh ingredients and preparing all dishes in our own kitchen daily. We pride ourselves in providing our many repeat customers a consistent quality dining experience. Whether coming in for a light refreshing lunch between business appointments or dining with family or friends in one of our private areas, Cafe Emilia will ensure every visit is a satisfying occasion.
A photo of Boulevard Seafood Company restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1456)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Somerville
Booked 12 times today
Boulevard Seafood Company sources its seafood directly from the Fulton Fish Market in NY as well as other local purveyors. A retail seafood room displays these fresh catches of the day, available for purchase 7 days a week. An open kitchen is the focal point of the 70-seat restaurant, which features a 6-seat counter for our Chef Table experience. To the rear is our casually appointed dining room, where we offer an array of daily dinner blackboard specials featuring the freshest seafood in the area. Start with a fun selection from our fresh oyster raw bar! We are a BYOB so feel free to also bring your favorite beer and wine while letting our well-trained staff manage the rest!
A photo of VintEdge Wine Bar restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(217)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Somerville
Booked 10 times today
VintEdge Wine Bar & Lounge brings a sophisticated and modern ambiance to historic downtown Somerville, New Jersey. This beautifully decorated lounge boasts a full- service bar featuring top-shelf wines and spirits including our own exclusive Napa Jack Wine. Private tasting rooms are also available for special events and wine lockers can be reserved to store your personal collection. With such a vast selection of wine by the bottle or glass, you can enjoy well-loved classics or discover new favorites.VintEdge Wine Bar & Lounge’s luxurious interior connects directly to VintEdge Wine & Spirits, making it easy to bring the tastes you’ve discovered home with you. We are located within Somerville Town Center, which encompasses a full retail experience as well as The Edge at Main, a luxury apartment community at the corner of Somerville’s Main & Davenport Streets.
A photo of Victoria’s Tratta Italiano restaurant
4.3
Awesome(131)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • New Brunswick
Booked 23 times today
Victoria’s Tratta Italiano, formerly known as Panico’s, has always been known for its classic and innovative Italian cuisine. With our authentic, wood burning, brick oven pizza, we bake some of the best pizza in Middlesex County alongside our hand-crafted specialty pies and a large menu of casual Italian favorites.
A photo of Fat Cactus restaurant
4.4
Awesome(438)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • New Brunswick
Booked 12 times today
Escape to a fiesta of flavors at Fat Cactus Mexican Cantina, the heart of New Brunswick's culinary scene. Experience a lively atmosphere filled with the aroma of sizzling fajitas and the sounds of mariachi music. Indulge in hand-crafted guacamole made tableside or create your own taco masterpiece at our taco truck. Our menu features fresh, flavorful dishes like sizzling fajitas and succulent carne asada, all made with the finest ingredients. Quench your thirst with our signature frozen margaritas, made with real avocados and a hint of chili-lime. Explore our extensive tequila and rum selection, bringing the essence of Mexico to every sip. As the night progresses, enjoy live mariachi bands or guest DJs that enhance the vibrant ambiance. Fat Cactus is the perfect spot for a memorable dining experience, whether celebrating a special occasion or craving authentic Mexican culture. Join us, where every bite is a fiesta for your senses.
A photo of Ovations restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(286)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • New Brunswick
Booked 5 times today
Outdoor dining available!In the heart of South Bound Brook, Ovations serves a unique culinary fusion featuring sumptuous American and Italian cuisines in its relaxing and friendly eatery. For starters, enjoy the jumbo coconut shrimp with sesame garlic sauce and the homemade rice balls, which display Ovations inventive aesthetic. Some of the house specialties include the pan seared scallops and shrimp with white wine sauce served over risotto, the braised boneless short ribs baked with port wine and plum tomatoes and the chicken Giardiniera with arugula, mozzarella, tomato, red onion and balsamic vinaigrette..
A photo of Stoney Brook Grille restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(693)
Price: Moderate
• American • Branchburg
Booked 7 times today
At Stoney Brook Grille we raise the bar for American cuisine. We encourage our guests to relax at what has been called one of the most modern Somerset County restaurants. Our carefully crafted menu features all of your favorite appetizers, drinks, entrees, and desserts all at an affordable cost to you. We find that our array of options and fun design give us an upbeat edge among restaurants in Somerset County NJ. Whether you are having a drink with a friend or dinner with the whole family we invite you to dine in style. In Somerset County restaurants are held to a higher standard by our neighbors. That's is why we step up our game with a chic atmosphere and a menu you're sure to enjoy.

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