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1. Swahili Village OTS
4.4
Awesome(404)
Price: Expensive
• African • Newark
Booked 8 times today
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2. Adega Grill
4.5
Awesome(1203)
Price: Expensive
• Portuguese • Newark
Booked 5 times today
From the moment you enter, tones of old world yellows, stone fireplaces, wrought iron cellar gates and sconces, soft candlelight, coves with upholstered sofa seating and friendly staff, it's an undeniable inviting space, nothing short of extraordinary. Two special occasion tables with antique throne chairs and live piano music add to the intimacy. Two romantic dining rooms cater to an elegant crowd, while the long narrow bar gathers a friendly and fun bunch nightly.The cuisine truly upholds the name of Fine Portuguese/Spanish Dining, seafood and fish, organic meats, the freshest ingredients and to maintain the tradition, huge portions are to be expected. The menu is seasonal and in addition to a varied selection of delectable dishes to satisfy any palette, daily specials are always featured. The wine list with over 180 selections is an ambitious one that keeps growing, but sure not to disappoint the discriminating connoisseur.
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3. Felina Steak - South Orange
4.2
Awesome(56)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • South Orange
Booked 11 times today
Felina Steak South Orange is the latest chapter in the Felina story, carrying forward the award-winning legacy of Felina Ridgewood, Felina Summit, and Felina Steak Jersey City. Rooted in our signature blend of red sauce luxury and New Jersey attitude, Felina Steak brings bold flavors, impeccable hospitality, craft cocktails, and familiar Italian American cuisine to a vibrant new setting.We’re proud to be part of the South Orange community and are open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday from 5PM to 10PM, and for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 12PM to 3PM.Outdoor dining is now available, weather permitting — reservations are required.Reserve your table today!
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4. The Taste of Brazil
4.0
Excellent(67)
Price: Very Expensive
• Brazilian • Newark
Booked 5 times today
A unique dining experience and authentic Brazilian cuisine (Rodizio style) ready to serve you a fresh and tasteful selection of meats and an amazing salad bar. Taste every moment!
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5. Casa Nova Grill (Brazilian Rodízio)
4.1
Excellent(40)
Price: Expensive
• Brazilian Steakhouse • Newark
Casa Nova Grill specializes in providing the best Brazilian food and barbecue (rodizio). We are a five-star restaurant, rated by New York Times as a five-star rodizio in the trip-state area. Owned and operated by Jose Moreira, a pioneer restauranteur in Newark, New Jersey, Casa Nova Grill was opened on November 30, 1992. We proudly serve, with a seating area of 250, with a private party room. We provide catering services and provide full party planning and execution for baptisms, children's birthday parties, weddings, and any other special occasion! We provide our customers with a convenient parking lot across the premises.
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6. Q'Tal Bar & Grill
4.5
Awesome(50)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Newark
Q'tal is a Multicultural restaurant serving a mix of New American dishes with Brazilian and Italian influence in Kearny NJ. We offer a complete experience from beginning to end in our dining room, bar, and cozy back patio. Behind our glass kitchen is Executive Chef, Edney Moreira, who takes pride in creating our unique menu and ensuring dishes are always fresh, as well as incorporating handmade ingredients such as our bread and pasta. We also have signature cocktails with a focus on beautiful and fresh ingredients, selected wine list and beer list.​
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7. Giorgio's Ristorante - South Orange
4.9
Exceptional(525)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • South Orange
Booked 6 times today
Giorgio's of South Orange has always been one of the landmarks in the area. Specializing in fine Italian cuisine and catering, we have a wide range of signature soups, salads and of course, our special, main-course, all-time favorite items.
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8. The Table
4.6
Exceptional(67)
Price: Moderate
• American • Jersey City
Booked 5 times today
Serving up elevated comfort foods and craft cocktails inside, The Table is a light filled industrial space with farmhouse details, nested within 3 Acres. With over 75 seats, easy parking, and accommodations for large groups and events, we offer an excellent destination for foodies, locals and visitors alike.Stop by for our mouthwatering selection of elevated comfort foods including rotisserie chicken for two, a juicy burger or a fresh salad from Chef Dan Latham - formerly of Latham House.
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9. VIVO Tapas Kitchen
new
1.0
(1)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Newark
Booked 2 times today
VIVO Tapas Kitchen & Lounge in Newark’s Ironbound (167 Ferry St) is a vibrant Spanish‑style eatery and lounge, bringing Iberian flair to New Jersey’s nightlife. With an eclectic menu spanning about 50 cold and hot tapas—think seared scallops drizzled with cinnamon aioli, garlic shrimp “ajillo,” stuffed mushrooms, fried calamari, and hearty paellas like Valencian and Diabo. The atmosphere shifts from cozy lunch spot to buzzing night‑scene hub: DJs spin Latin, Top 40, and freestyle music; hookah is available; and bottle‑service and dance modes kick in late on weekends. Bright, casual indoor‑outdoor seating encourages sharing plates over spirited conversation—a true tapas tradition. Service is generally attentive, and there are happy‑hour deals and weekend specials (karaoke Thursdays, party bowls Saturdays) Whether for relaxed group dinners or lively evening outings, VIVO offers fresh, flavorful Spanish cuisine with a side of nightlife energy—j
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10. Chez Josephine
4.5
Awesome(7717)
Price: Expensive
• French • Theater District
Booked 16 times today
The last of its kind near 42nd Street, Chez Josephine is a neighborhood gem founded in 1986 by Jean-Claude Baker as a tribute to legendary Josephine Baker. This Parisian bistro offers live piano music and a tantalizing menu in an intimate setting of red velvet walls, a cavalcade of chandeliers and a blue-tin ceiling. Guests receive a warm welcoming and are treated as family whether coming before a show, after the show, for a leisurely dinner in-between, or a drink at the bar.Chez Josephine draws a crowd unlike any other in New York as food critic Bryan Miller noted when he wrote: “The dining room is a confluence of the famous and the fashionable, the infamous and unsung – with every shade of skin on earth – and indeed you feel the magic of Chez Josephine.”

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