Best restaurants near me in Keyport, NJ

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1. McDonagh's Pub

4.2

Awesome(199)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Keyport

Located in the Heart of Downtown Historic Keyport in a turn-of-the-century brick building near the bay, McDonagh's pub combines Old-World charm with modern hip cuisine. We offer an amazing menu of Irish Fare, bistro-style salads, home-made awesome soups, signature sandwiches, wraps, sautés, thin-crust pizza, fabulous fish and chips, daily specials and over 70 beers and lagers!

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2. Assaggini di Roma - Hazlet

4.7

Exceptional(594)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hazlet

Booked 11 times today

Located in Hazlet NJ. Serving fresh Italian favorites with our own signature dishes. Make a reservation today to try the best Italian in the area!

3. A Salute

4.8

Exceptional(675)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Matawan

Booked 4 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!

4. Il Leone

4.7

Exceptional(117)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Old Bridge

Booked 16 times today

Il Leone: A Culinary Journey in MatawanIl Leone is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. Nestled in the heart of Matawan, this farm-to-table haven celebrates the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, crafting each dish with passion and artistry. Step inside and be enveloped by the warm, inviting atmosphere. The aroma of wood-fired pizzas mingles with the laughter of friends and family, creating a sense of community and joy. The menu is a testament to Il Leone's commitment to quality and creativity. From hand-crafted pasta to succulent seafood, every dish is a symphony of flavors, showcasing the bounty of the region. Indulge in the signature wood-fired pizzas, each topped with a unique blend of seasonal ingredients. Savor the melt-in-your-mouth gnocchi, tossed in a rich, creamy sauce. Or embark on a culinary adventure with the chef's tasting menu, a curated journey through the finest flavors Il Leone has to offer.

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5. Houlihan's - Holmdel

4.9

Exceptional(615)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Holmdel

Booked 3 times today

Since 1972, we’ve believed in quality ingredients, cooking from scratch and having fun. From our famous ‘Shrooms and Stuffed Chicken Breast to our unique burger blend and ahi tuna, we believe in celebrating the small things and that every moment deserves a toast in its honor. So grab a drink (perhaps our signature Long Island Iced Tea), enjoy some great conversation and let us serve you an excellent meal.

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6. Limoncello at Piazza di Roma

4.8

Exceptional(43)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Matawan

Booked 8 times today

Since 1997 Piazza di Roma has been the Ultimate Space for amazing Weddings, Events and Corporate Functions. In 2020 Life Gave us Lemons & we created Limoncello at Piazza di Roma. A full service picturesque garden restaurant, featuring our own organic seasonal farm to table vegetables & imported Italian ingredients. Come enjoy our incredible authentic Sicilian/Italian cuisine and be transported to the back streets of Italy. Try our Nonna's traditional Bracciola, Veal Spiedini, or our popular Double Bone Stuffed Pork Chop and there is always room for Nonna's Sunday Sauce (not gravy). Full service cocktail bar available. Try our signature Limoncello Spritzer, Espresso Martini or Aperol Spritz. Seasonal outdoor dining available, first come first service based on the weather. But don't let the weather deter, indoor dining always available. We require a credit card to secure reservations. No shows or cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will be subject to $25 per person c

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7. Peppino’s Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(19)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marlboro

Booked 3 times today

We believe great ingredients are the foundation of a pleasurable dining experience. We use Faicco's Sausage of Brooklyn, wild-caught seafood (shrimp, cod, salmon) and other high-quality ingredients such as cold-pressed Californian extra virgin olive oil. Our dough is crafted in the Neapolitan tradition, fermented, and then proofed for 24 hours.

8. Trattoria Toscana

4.5

Awesome(39)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Middletown

Booked 3 times today

Experience the Flavors of Tuscany at our Italian RestaurantExperience authentic Italian cuisine made with fresh ingredients accompanied by the best selection of wines. Our burger menu and wide array of meat choices transforms our Italian Restaurant into Italian steakhouse

9. Mezcal

4.8

Exceptional(655)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Old Bridge

Booked 68 times today

Mezcal blends authentic Mexican flavors with steakhouse sophistication, offering exceptional dining and a vibrant, refined atmosphere in Old Bridge, NJ.

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10. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4.7

Exceptional(4882)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Red Bank

Booked 74 times today

Since the opening of their acclaimed Restaurant Nicholas in 2000, Chef Nicholas Harary and his wife, Melissa, modernized the concept of fine dining. This mainstay of Red Bank garnered some of the industry’s highest praise, including 15 straight years as Zagat’s highest-rated restaurant in New Jersey, a 4-star review in the New York Times, and a position on several national “best restaurant” lists.Now, with Barrel & Roost, the couple strips off the white tablecloths and serves up a bold new menu: made-from-scratch food that’s crazy-delicious, yet entirely accessible any night of the week. Set in a newly redesigned modern farmhouse interior, Barrel & Roost is just the place to enjoy Chef Driven Comfort Food with family, old friends, or a grab a drink at the bar for date night!

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william
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food as always was excellent. Very fairly priced. The pork chops are really great. The chicken rollatini is second to none.
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Assaggini di Roma - HazletPrice: Moderate• Italian• Hazlet
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4.7
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Kerri
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We thought the food was very good and the service was great. Love the decor as well
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Il LeonePrice: Expensive• Italian• Old Bridge
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4.7
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Valerie
1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had such a nice wonderful lunch and everybody was friendly and the drinks were great, happy hour menu was very cheap and affordable
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A SalutePrice: Expensive• Italian• Matawan
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4.8
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Ellen
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 17, 2025
Always a wonderful dinner at Limoncello at Piazza di Roma. We did have a few issues this time that I will not go into but when the server couldn't fix the issue, management came in and made everything perfect. If you want to feel like you are sitting in Italy, make a reservation for outside in the garden, They have freshened up their menu as well. Some great new items on there, like a charcuterie board. Plus they have amazing specials! Also, they can just put me in a corner with their warm bread and olive oil and I would be very happy!
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Limoncello at Piazza di RomaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Matawan
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4.8
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Michael
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 16, 2025
Wonderful character dining experience! We can’t wait to come back!
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McDonagh's PubPrice: Moderate• American• Keyport
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4.2

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1. McDonagh's Pub

2. Assaggini di Roma - Hazlet

3. A Salute

4. Il Leone

5. Houlihan's - Holmdel

6. Limoncello at Piazza di Roma

7. Peppino’s Restaurant

8. Trattoria Toscana

9. Mezcal

10. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

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