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1. Catherine Lombardi
4.8
Exceptional(2466)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • New Brunswick
Booked 7 times today
Upscale Italian restaurant with homey fare & 2 fireplaces plus a cozy red interior & lively bar.Serving Menus from Stage Left Steak & Catherine Lombardi in the Same Dining Room Mondays-Saturdays. Spring and Summer months seating will be in Stag Left Steak. Fall and Winter in Catherine Lombardi
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2. Clydz
4.5
Awesome(1047)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • New Brunswick
Booked 5 times today
Clydz is a lively New Brunswick destination with a subterranean atmosphere, reminiscent of a 1920's speakeasy. At Clydz, the fare is anything but ordinary. The menu is comprised of small plates and entrees, ranging from a selection of steaks, scallops, duck, house made pastas and desserts.The cuisine is not the only element that sets Clydz apart from the rest. The trendy bar, enhanced by fish tanks and fireplaces, offers adventurous martini and cocktail selections. When making a reservation please keep in mind, tables will only be held 15 minutes past the reservation time. ***Please be advised-If you are dining with us pre-theater, please allow two hours minimum for your stay!If you are making reservations for parties larger than 8 or do not see a reservation available, please call the restaurant at 732-846-6521.We look forward to seeing you.Cheers!
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3. Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge
4.5
Awesome(930)
Price: Moderate
• Cuban • New Brunswick
Booked 5 times today
Serafin Sarduy brings fun to New Brunswick with the fusion of Cuban and Latin cuisine. Esquina Latina offers a chiq restaurant and lounge atmosphere known for their tapas and authentic Sangrias. Weekend entertainement with live bands and late night dj's. Eat Drink Dance.
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4. Labebe Prime - Steak & Seafood
4.8
Exceptional(1208)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • New Brunswick
Booked 11 times today
At Labebe Prime, we honor our culinary matriarch, Labebe—a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to our family. Her passion for the culinary arts has been passed down through generations. One of life’s greatest joys is sharing an incredible meal with family and friends which is something she took pride in. Labebe Prime's commitment to farm-to-table excellence is unwavering. Each dish unfolds a narrative of our agricultural heritage, a blend of Mediterranean and American splendor delivered straight to your table. Indulge in the delight of fresh, wholesome, locally sourced ingredients, brought together in a feast that beckons you to relish every moment. We welcome you to partake in this culinary voyage, inspired by the heart and soul of Labebe while taking it to the next level with our award-winning chefs. Cheers to good company, great memories and incredible food in a magical setting at Labebe Prime. Life is delicious! Eat it up!
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5. Q'ERO Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(41)
Price: Very Expensive
• Peruvian • New Brunswick
Booked 4 times today
Q'ERO Restaurant invites you on a culinary journey to Peru. Our menu celebrates traditional Peruvian cuisine with a modern twist, featuring fresh ingredients sourced locally and directly from Peru. Indulge in our signature ceviche, a delightful mix of tangy citrus and fresh seafood, or savor our hearty lomo saltado, a sizzling stir-fry of marinated steak and vegetables. We also provide a range of vegetarian and vegan options, ensuring there's something for everyone.The warm and inviting ambiance, adorned with colorful décor and friendly service, makes Q'ERO the ideal spot for a romantic date, a lively gathering with friends, or a casual family dinner. Experience the magic of Peruvian cuisine at Q'ERO Restaurant. Barriga llena, corazón contento. (Full belly, happy heart.)BYOB
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6. Luca's Ristorante of Somerset
4.8
Exceptional(1221)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • New Brunswick
Booked 4 times today
If you are seeking not just a great meal, but a great dining experience, you need look no further than Luca’s Ristorante Somerset. Tucked away on Rt. 27 between Princeton and New Brunswick, Luca’s Somerset is an oasis of authentic regional Italian cuisine. Offering modern adaptations of traditional dishes from Ischia, here you can enjoy hand-cut ravioli stuffed with Chef Andrea’s latest mouth-watering combinations, a selection of fish entrees so fresh that they evoke the Mediterranean Sea, or a filet of such quality that it is paralleled only by the accoutrement that accompany it. Our dining room décor is uniquely Ischitana, and goes to show that here at Luca’s Somerset, we understand that the difference is in the details. When you are done with it all, take in the cozy setting with a delicious dessert made from scratch, and the perfect cup of locally micro-roasted espresso or cappuccino. So please, be our guest.
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7. Jasper Stone Italian Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(1093)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Spotswood
Booked 28 times today
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8. Water and Wine
4.8
Exceptional(3061)
Price: Expensive
• American • Watchung
Booked 17 times today
Charming ambience and stunning outdoor views provide the setting to experience our steaks and seafood with Mediterranean flair. We invite you to enjoy our celebrated new American cuisine in this comfortable and elegant atmosphere.
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9. Nauti Cajun Crab
4.7
Exceptional(636)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Metuchen
Booked 3 times today
We now accepting reservation for outdoor and indoor dining.We take great pride in providing a friendly and vibrant atmosphere for our guests to enjoy our delicious seafood, live crawfish, crispy wings and our popular seafood fried rice and garlic noodles. We take the "traditional Creole seafood boil" to the next level. We boil our crawfish and seafood with classic Louisiana style spices along with our own secret blend of spices then top it off with your choice of one of our mouth-watering flavors. After establishing a popular seafood boil in New Jersey since 2016, we are excited to bring our concept to Metuchen with even better seasonings and guest experience.
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10. Gusto Grill
4.6
Exceptional(1112)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • East Brunswick
Booked 5 times today
Gusto Grill offers a variety of Classic and Modern American Cuisine with our Culinary Team carefully creating our dinner menu as well as crafting new dishes for our weekly specials with global influences. Our Bar Menu features World-Class Wines, one of the best IPA Draft Beer line-ups in Central Jersey and hand-crafted Artisan Cocktails. Enjoy our Modern American Cuisine in a stylish setting in our main dining room and bar, secluded loft or our beautiful outdoor patio. We have a 15 minute grace period for reservations, if your running later than 15 minutes please call the restaurant. Your Entire Party Must Be Present to be Seated.

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