Restaurants near Garden State Convention Center

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1. Stateside Tap + Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(3)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Piscataway

At Stateside Tap & Tavern, we believe in the power of simplicity: fresh ingredients, mouthwatering recipes, artisan crafted cocktails, and local beers on tap, we take pride in offering an exceptional dining experience, thanks to our dedicated team of professionals. From our experienced management team to our friendly, attentive servers, we ensure that every guest feels right at home. Our modern, welcoming atmosphere is paired with an approachable menu designed to satisfy a variety of tastes. Led by a team of skilled chefs, we craft some of the freshest and most flavorful dishes in the area, making every meal memorable. Whether you're here for a casual night out, a private event, a corporate gathering, or simply to enjoy the game at the bar, our team is committed to providing you with outstanding service and great hospitality every time.

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2. Twenty/20 Taphouse Somerset

4.4

Awesome(9)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Piscataway

Booked 2 times today

## Twenty/20 Taphouse: Where Craft Beer Meets Elevated Pub Fare Step into Twenty/20 Taphouse and discover a haven for craft beer enthusiasts and foodies alike. This upscale gastropub boasts over 40 carefully curated craft beers, with a spotlight on the finest brews from New Jersey's thriving craft beer scene. The expansive space features a stunning 360-degree bar, inviting you to gather with friends and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. Settle into cozy booths or communal seating, and let the warm, rustic-industrial ambiance wash over you. Twenty/20's menu is a culinary journey, featuring locally inspired dishes crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients. From elevated pub classics with a modern twist to trendy comfort food and vegetarian options, there's something to tantalize every taste bud. Indulge in juicy burgers, crisp salads, creative entrees, and mouthwatering pizzas, all prepared in-house by our talented chefs. Don't forget to pair your meal with a hand-crafted cocktail or a perfectly poured craft beer. Whether you're catching the big game on our HD TVs, enjoying a lively night out with friends, or simply seeking a delicious meal in a welcoming environment,

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3. Uncle Tanks Kitchen and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(86)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • South Bound Brook

Booked 4 times today

Somerset's favorite locally owned eatery! Burgers, Wings, Sandwiches, Fancy Fries, homage desserts and a full bar. Join us for lunch or dinner. Come watch the games here and have a great meal with family & friends. Classic Americana pub fare and a friendly staff will make your visit excellent.

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4. The Martinsville Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(849)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Martinsville

Booked 21 times today

The MARTINSVILLE TAVERN Featuring American cuisine and Euro-Pub classicsOpen for Lunch & Dinner 7 days a weekBar opens early and closes lateVibrant bar atmosphereRustic chic dining areaFriendly, knowledgeable & attentive staffOffering Happy Hour Monday through Thursday 3pm-6pm- $5 select wines, sangriaPrivate party rooms available from 25-100 guestsCatering services available on & off premises- Boutique Weddings- Birthdays & Anniversarys - Sweet Sixteens- Bar & Bat Mitzvahs- Bridal & Baby Showers- Rehearsal Dinners- Engagement & Graduation Celebrations- Bachelor & Bachelorette Parties- Repass GatheringsFull service bartenders/servers/chefsTent rentals & dance floorsDJ , bands , floral ar

5. Ovations

4.6

Exceptional(289)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • New Brunswick

Booked 3 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..

6. Sophie's Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1788)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • New Brunswick

Booked 9 times today

We want Sophie's to be a place where one could have a good, hearty meal (comfort food), simple and unpretentious, at a fair price. Our goal is to produce an atmosphere where people can come for lunch, a full dinner, a late snack, a glass of wine or a big cup of coffee and feel comfortable and at home. Our menu is diverse enough for everyone, yet simple enough so the average person will not get overwhelmed with numerous menu choices and complications. Our basic premise is to provide quality food and good service at a fair price in an unpretentious atmosphere. The décor is modeled after classic French Bistros. French country antiques, large open shuttered windows, dark woods, soft pastel colors and walls covered with family pictures make Sophie's an intimate cozy environment

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7. Stone Tavern - Bridgewater

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3.3

Good(18)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bridgewater

Booked 15 times today

Stone Tavern centers around a wood-fired kitchen. Join us for steak, burgers, and seafood!

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8. da Filippo Autentica Cucina Italiana

4.9

Exceptional(765)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Somerville

Booked 3 times today

The idea of master chef Filippo Russo is to bring the Italian culture of gastronomy to Somerville, New Jersey. Through his philosophy, Da Filippo's Ristorante is recognized by European patrons spanning as far east as Japan and Singapore. With his profound knowledge in the culinary field Filippo Russo is able to present a level of authenticity through his dishes, replicating his mother's recipes as...well as the environment Filippo was exposed to in Sicily.Over the years Da Filippo's Ristorante received numerous reviews from the New York Times, New Jersey Monthly Magazine and Zagat survey, The Star-Ledger and The American Academy of Restaurant and Hospitality Sciences. The most honorable recognition presentated to Filippo Russo is the Luigi Veronelli Award of Northern American fine Italian dining and Ignazio Miceli from Regaleali Winery Sicily. When guests arrive at Da Filippo Ristorante they are welcomed with European hospitality while finding themselves in a rustic ambiance

9. Dolce Bene

4.9

Exceptional(202)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bridgewater

Booked 3 times today

Parking is Available On-Site: Located in the back of the restaurant. Party sizes over 8 people must reach out to the restaurant directly for a reservation.

10. Cafe Venezia

4.8

Exceptional(643)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Martinsville

Booked 1 time today

At Cafe Venezia, we offer a distinctive dining experience where every guest is embraced as family. With a commitment to daily dinner specials, our culinary team boasts incredible expertise in crafting dishes from across Italy. Explore our formal dining area or enjoy greater flexibility in our separate private event space, accommodating up to 80 guests or 140 guests in the whole restaurant. We anticipate the pleasure of hosting you soon.

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Tracie
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Everything was great. Best Chicken marsala around.
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OvationsPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• New Brunswick
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4.6
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Chris
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We selected this from OpenTable as a central location with good reviews for a gathering of old friends meeting from several locations, and so glad we did. Location, atmosphere, service and food were all outstanding. We were set up in a area that allowed good table conversation. 5 stars for sure.
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The Martinsville TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Martinsville
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4.7
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ELIZABETHVIP
New York City •56 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 5, 2025
Great choices, burgers, chips awesome, draft beer variety the best!
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Uncle Tanks Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• Pub• South Bound Brook
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4.8
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Cindy
Nashville •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 23, 2025
Excellent food. Best chicken dish ever Moist very flavorful
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Twenty/20 Taphouse SomersetPrice: Moderate• American• Piscataway
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4.4
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JenniferVIP
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
We had a Rutgers graduation celebration for 15 in the Billiard room and it was all wonderful! The drinks, the food, the service, - Ysinia was so attentive and checked in often without being too much- she was really sweet too!, and the room, we reserved it ahead of time and had it all to ourselves, were really terrific! I would definitely recommend
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Stateside Tap + TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Piscataway
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4.6

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