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Metropolitan Cafe, Freehold, NJ

Metropolitan Cafe

4.6 (1652)
$30 and under
American
8 E Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
Free Parking | Seasonal Outdoor Dining
Metropolitan Café in downtown Freehold, NJ offers an upscale yet casual dining experience featuring New American cuisine with a Pacific Rim twist. Enjoy fresh sushi, flavorful small plates, or a full lunch or dinner in our lively dining room or lounge. Sip handcrafted cocktails at our martini bar or explore our Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list. In warmer months, relax with seasonal outdoor dining on our vibrant patio. Whether you're here for a romantic date night, a casual meal, or a celebration, Metropolitan Café delivers bold flavors, great ambiance, and exceptional service. Free parking available. For questions or reservations, please contact us—we look forward to serving you!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Pan-Asian, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ulisses Nova
  • Catering
    From the simplest BBQ to the most elaborate affair, let Metropolitan Cafe bring their great cuisine and professional staff to your home, office or any location.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room is the perfect location for your business meeting, seminar or celebration. Let us design a menu that fits your needs so you can be a guest at your own party.
  • Neighborhood
    Freehold
  • Cross street
    South St (Route 79)
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the Market Yard lot in the rear of the restaurant. We also offer complimentary valet on weekends in the Market Yard lot. Additional evening parking available in the Hall of Records lot across the street on Main Street.
  • Public transit
    Bus service to Downtown Freehold, Freehold Borough
  • Entertainment
    Live DJ every Thursday through Saturday Starting at 10:00 pm till closing
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Everyday Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 4:15 PM - 9:15 PM,Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM,Fri - Sat - 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Join us for Happy Hour Monday- Thursday 3pm-7pm Friday & Saturday 3pm-5pm & 9pm-11pm Sunday All Day CHEESE PLATE 15 CHICKEN SKEWER- 12 SHRIMP SKEWER- 12 SKIRT STEAK SKEWER-16 DUMPLINGS-12 CRAB & AVOCADO TOAST-16 VEGGIE TOASTS- 12 FRIES-9 TRUFFLE FRIES- 11 FILET MIGNON EGGROLL- 9 SHRIMP SPRING ROLL- 8 SMOKED PORK BELLY BAO- 9 BABY CRABCAKES- 16 SWEET & SPICY CALAMARI & SHRIMP- 16 YELLOWFIN TUNA NACHOS- 15 PANKO SHRIMP-16 SKIRT STEAK TACOS (2)- 14 SPICED VEGGIE TACOS (2)- 12 SHRIMP TACOS (2)- 14 BBQ SHORT RIB (2)- 14 BEER ON DRAFT-6 COORS LIGHT- 5 ALL OTHER BEER $1 HOUSE WINE-6 BOTTLES OF WINE 25% RED OR WHITE SANGRIA- 7 TRADITIONAL VODKA OR GIN MARTINI- 8 STARBURST OR COSMOPOLITAN- 8 OLD FASHIONED- 10 TRADITIONAL MARGARITA- 9 HOUSE MIXED COCKTAILS- 8 ALL OTHER SPECIALTY MIXED DRINSK $2 OFF

    Everyday Happy Hour Photo

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What 1,652 people are saying

Metropolitan Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Monmouth

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Metropolitan Cafe offers a "great place" for dining with "amazing" service and delicious food. It's a "local favorite" with a bustling location and a "lovely ambiance." Patrons appreciate the "attentive" staff, expansive menu, and "impressive" drinks. Despite occasional noise and price concerns, the overall experience remains "enjoyable."
1,652 Reviews
  1. Leon

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good food. Highly recommend you in the area.

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  2. Robert VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Reliably great dishes and freshly-preparded sushi rolls in a warm, yet modern environment. Cocktails are inventive and perfectly balanced. The Scallop Pinwheels and Asian Skirt Steak never let us down. The Angry Dragon Roll is a family favorite. Add the attentive, personable service and excellent value and it's no surprise they have been around for 25 years and counting.

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  3. Joe

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience and food. We look forward to going back soon.

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  4. Nancy

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Metropolitan Cafe is one of my favorite local restaurants! Love their food and their martinis! The staff is excellent!

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  5. kim

    New Jersey6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 7, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I had the scallop risotto and while it was tasty almost $40 for 3 scallops is bananas.

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  6. Joseph

    New Jersey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall we had a very nice time. The food was very good as was the service. Sushi was fresh.

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  7. Angela VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cons: Food was mediocre at best. Chicken parm sliders were barely a chicken tender, (not breaded, more like Tyson frozen strips), marinara sauce and unmelted mozz on top.l/ maybe ok for a kids menu item. Steak eggrolls were very chewy and no flavor. Dumpling soup broth was. Chicken sandwich had more toppings than chicken. The fries were great! Pros: Cute spot, wait staff very nice, lovely ambiance for a drink inside or out. There is a band just outside on certain days so that’s fun. First time back in a couple years, probably will be a couple more.

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  8. Alex VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place Highly recommended Favorite place in Freehold

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  9. Mary Beth VIP

    New York City90 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We both had salads that were fantastic! The server was delightful and very patient with two old time friends who just wanted to gab!

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  10. GlenE

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always LOVE eating at Metro! The martinis are amazing! I especially love the Summer Peach Martini! This visit my husband didn't like his dish-it was a tuna special. It was fine-he just didn't care for the sauce that was put on it. I LOVED my meal-it was also a special with crab meat, sun-dried tomatoes, peas, pasta and a cream sauce. The wait staff is always attentive. We will be back.

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FAQs

Metropolitan Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 780-9400.

Metropolitan Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 1652 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  4. Monmouth
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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Metropolitan Cafe

8 E Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728

Additional information

  • Cross street
    South St (Route 79)
  • Neighborhood
    Freehold
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Pan-Asian, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the Market Yard lot in the rear of the restaurant. We also offer complimentary valet on weekends in the Market Yard lot. Additional evening parking available in the Hall of Records lot across the street on Main Street.
  • Public transit
    Bus service to Downtown Freehold, Freehold Borough
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ulisses Nova
  • Entertainment
    Live DJ every Thursday through Saturday Starting at 10:00 pm till closing
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    From the simplest BBQ to the most elaborate affair, let Metropolitan Cafe bring their great cuisine and professional staff to your home, office or any location.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room is the perfect location for your business meeting, seminar or celebration. Let us design a menu that fits your needs so you can be a guest at your own party.
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