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A photo of Sofra Turkish & Mediterranean Cuisine restaurant
1. Sofra Turkish & Mediterranean Cuisine
4.8
Exceptional(24)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • East Brunswick
Booked 2 times today
Quality dining Best Gyro and Kebabs Delicious seafood and Grilled FishGood for large groups Up to 300 people seating capacity
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2. A Salute
4.7
Exceptional(910)
$$$$
• Italian • Matawan
Booked 3 times today
VOTED #1 FOR BEST ITALIAN FOOD ON THE EAST COAST BY BAYCITIZEN.ORG!!!A Salute is an Italian restaurant & full service cocktail bar located in an 1850 Church on Main Street in Matawan, NJ (Three minute walk from train station). The 170 year old building has kept its character and warmth to provide a comfortable setting for families and friends to enjoy a great lunch or dinner. Outdoor dining with a full service bar and oversized patio.Karaoke every Friday Night!Lunch Available daily from 11:30-3:30pm. Happy Hour daily from 3:00pm-6:00pm featuring 1/2 off drinks and select appetizers. Dinner begins at 4:00pm.We are now offering a $60 pp Family Style Dinner, 7 Days a week, incl. holidays. Minimum 2 ppl required. Kids 10 and Under Eat Free!
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3. Cafe Luna of Old Bridge
4.7
Exceptional(688)
$$$$
• Italian • Old Bridge
Booked 12 times today
After over 20 years of serving fine Italian cuisine in New York City, we are proud to announce our newest location in Old Bridge New Jersey. Join us under the stars in our romantic dining area, lounge or upscale bar, serving our authentic Sicilian Cuisine, delectable desserts and extensive wine list. We pride ourselves on serving the finest ingredients in every dish. Whether you’re having an intimate dinner or seeking to host a special event, happy hour, or other occasion, Café Luna of Oldbridge will provide a dining experience that is out of this world!
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4. Eataly Short Hills - Il Ristorante
4.5
Awesome(1078)
$$$$
• Italian • Millburn
Booked 44 times today
Located within Eataly Short Hills, Eataly Ristorante celebrates iconic Italian cuisine in a lively, convivial setting. Watch pizzaioli craft traditional Neapolitan pizzas in wood-burning ovens and enjoy a rotating selection of al dente pasta dishes inspired by Italy’s most beloved regional recipes. Open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, the restaurant brings the energy of an Italian marketplace—ideal for weekday lunches, aperitivo hour, or relaxed weekend dining. Pair your meal with curated Italian wines or signature cocktails like a Spritz, Negroni, or seasonal creations, and enjoy rotating specials and tableside experiences. For private events, Eataly Ristorante offers an inviting setting for authentic Italian celebrations. Contact us to start planning.
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5. Maricel's Kitchen
4.9
Exceptional(23)
$$$$
• Filipino • East Brunswick
Booked 4 times today
Step into Maricel’s Kitchen, a Filipino restaurant offering authentic flavors and modern dining experiences. Every Friday night, enjoy your choice of our exclusive Kamayan Tower Feast or our Dinner Menu highlighting seasonal Filipino classics. On weekends, join us for Saturday and Sunday Brunch, featuring our popular Filipino Brunch Towers.Beyond dining, Maricel’s Kitchen offers hands-on cooking classes, Chef’s Table dinners, and private events, all designed to bring people together through food, story, and culture.Chef Maricel, seen on Food Network, Hulu, and PBS, and author of Maricel’s Simply Asian Cookbook, welcomes you to discover why every experience here feels like home. Visit our website for class schedules, events, other culinary experiences.👉 Reserve your table today and taste the heart of Filipino hospitality.
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6. Cap't Loui - Edison
4.8
Exceptional(45)
$$$$
• Seafood • Edison
Booked 9 times today
Cap’t Loui Edison brings the excitement of fresh seafood boils to the heart of New Jersey. Part of a growing family with locations nationwide, Cap’t Loui is famous for its Signature Cap’t Loui Sauce — a rich, spicy, and garlicky blend that keeps seafood lovers coming back for more.Whether you’re here for a casual lunch, dinner with friends, or a fun family gathering, Cap’t Loui Edison offers a lively and welcoming atmosphere with stylish décor, warm wood accents, and comfortable seating perfect for groups.Guests roll up their sleeves, put on bibs, and dig into generous seafood boils piled high with crawfish, shrimp, snow crab legs, mussels, and more — all customized to your favorite flavor and spice level.Come hungry, leave happy, and maybe a little messy! Welcome to Cap’t Loui Edison! :)Please note: All members of your party must be present before being seated.
A photo of Nonna's Citi Cucina restaurant
7. Nonna's Citi Cucina
4.8
Exceptional(1432)
$$$$
• Italian • Englishtown
Booked 21 times today
An innovative concept of moderately priced individual and family style Italian dishes.
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8. Kona Grill - Woodbridge
4.0
Excellent(1457)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Iselin
Booked 7 times today
Kona Grill restaurant offers an experience unrivaled in Woodbridge. Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.
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9. Uproot Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1399)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Warren
Booked 14 times today
Uproot Restaurant a step above your typical modern day American Restaurant & Bar. A local space where casual family dining & a relaxing night out with your friends seamlessly meet. Located in Warren, NJ, Uproot will present Modern American cuisine, with a focus on bold flavors inspired by nature and prepared with expert craftsmanship. The experience will feature frequent changes based on the proper sourcing of exceptional ingredients. The signature of Uproot is its constant evolution, and its ability to provide a spectacular dining experience to each of its guests. The space, which offers several dynamic atmospheres and styles of dining, has been thoughtfully designed using basic, natural elements in unconventional ways, conveying the twisted sophistication of the concept.
A photo of Limani Seafood Grill restaurant
10. Limani Seafood Grill
4.8
Exceptional(3642)
$$$$
• Seafood • Westfield
Booked 14 times today
Limani Seafood Grill in the beautiful town of Westfield, NJ features the freshest seafood dishes, steaks, rack of lamb, live lobsters from the tank, whole fish and a great raw bar. At Limani its all about the food, not to mention the soothing, eye catching decor. Enjoy a romantic dinner, or a business luncheon, or impress your family and friends every time you visit us. Plate presentation, freshness, combined with friendly professional service will impress you and your guests with every visit. Bring your favorite wine and enjoy the best seafood around. If planning a party or a special event call us for a customized menu and we will help plan your on or off premises catered affair.Open six days for lunch, dinner, private parties and take outs. Reservations strongly recommended. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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