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Luca's Ristorante of Somerset
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(1,219)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.Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.8(3,036)We are excited to bring our dream to a reality along with friends and family. We plan to share our love and knowledge of an industry that we are so passionate about and proud to be a part of in our hometown of New Brunswick. Here at Salt, we are creating a modern oyster bar with a hip vibe serving up a large variety of fresh local oysters, as well as oysters from around the US. We will offer a seafood inspired seasonal menu both in our casual bar and our elegant dining room. We will also offer many innovative dishes including a variety of local meats along with plenty of vegetarian options. We aim to create an inviting atmosphere for everyone with our warm décor and friendly staff. Our full bar will feature a variety of signature cocktails and revolving creative small plates. Chef Chris’ passion for food promises consistent exceptional quality and to awaken the palate with bold, fresh flavors in every bite!
Steakhouse 85
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(4,213)Steakhouse 85 is a 21st century rendition of the classic American Steakhouse. The menu at Steakhouse 85 is comprised of fresh and inspiring modern day interpretations of classic American cuisine, served alongside the traditional steakhouse classics we all know and love. The back bone of our menu is without a doubt our beef. Our mouth watering dry aged steaks are rubbed with a simple yet luscious combination of sea salt, black pepper and fresh herbs. They are seared on a 1200 degree cast iron grill and then broiled to your liking. Paired with a large classically designed bar, complete with savvy cocktails and a Wine Spectator award winning wine list, this steakhouse is sure to please.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
Official Steakhouse of Rutgers AthleticsCatherine Lombardi
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(2,463)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
Fresco Italian Steak & Seafood Grill
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(1,092)Fresco Steak & Seafood Grill is known for offering fresh sea fare, chicken, veal and other meat dishes as well as pasta and vegetarian items. The main dining area of the restaurant is quite opulent and exudes a relaxing atmosphere. The appetizers on Fresco Steak & Seafood Grill's menu are mostly seafood such as favorites like clams on the half shell along with chilled seafood cocktail and a salad that is filled with calamari, crab meat and scallops. Hot Antipasto for two is a favorite appetizer as well as Rock shrimp arrabbiata.
Fresco Steak & Seafood Grill also offers soups and salads for diners who prefer lighter fare. The main dishes on the menu include a range of steaks and chops such as the classic Rib Eye, NY Sirloin Steak, Double-Cut Berkshire Porkchop, Lamb chops among others. Chicken, Veal and Pasta options are mentioned separately.Sophie's Bistro
Price: Expensive•French•4.7(1,778)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
Stage Left Steak
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(1,499)A contemporary steakhouse in the heart of New Brunswick's theater district with a wood-burning grill serving delicious dry-aged steaks and locally sourced dishes since 1992. The wine list is extensive and features estate-bottled wines from small producers. A variety of hand-crafted cocktails are offered on the nationally-recognized cocktail menu. Winner of many accolades including Best of the Best, Best Steak, Best Burger, "Best of Award of Excellence", Coziest Restaurant and more.
We are currently open Monday - Thursday : 4:30-9 and Friday - Saturday : 4:30-9:30.
In cooperation with our sister restaurant, Catherine Lombardi, guests have the option of ordering from both of our menus on the days that we're open.Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge
Price: Moderate•Cuban•4.5(930)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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- LLeslieNew York City •18 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThe food was amazing! Paul, our server, was knowledgeable in the menu and choices and made recommendations that satisfied everyone at the table! Definitely try the gelato!! Will return and hopefully get Paul again!!!!More infoSteakhouse 85Price: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Brunswick•4.8
- JJackieVIPNew York City •5 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWe had a wonderful dinner with friends before a show across the street. Everything was wonderful as always!More infoSalt Seafood & Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• New Brunswick•4.8
- TToddVIPNew Jersey •7 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoFood was fantastic ! Our waiter was pleasant and knowledgeable. Overall a great Birthday dinner for my wife !!More infoThe Frog and the PeachPrice: Expensive• American• New Brunswick•4.5
- AAdrienneVIPNew York City •18 reviews5.0Dined on May 30, 2025My husband and I had a wonderful dining experience from beginning to end! The staff were very friendly and extremely attentive! To start off, the complimentary bread was the best I’ve ever tasted and I’m a big bread lover who has frequents lot of upscale restaurants, so that’s saying a lot. The calamari for our appetizer was fresh and tasty. I had the crab and shrimp fettuccine that lacked enough sauce but still enjoyable. My husband had the filet mignon, which was out of this world. I’m not a big steak lover at all but next time I will be sure to order it for myself! It was served with a hot Himalayan salt block and their house steak sauce - just yummy! We had the chocolate cake for dessert and ordered to go their delicious chocolate cookies baked right out the oven! Drinks were also very good and the ambience I would describe as very classy vintage! We’ll be back for sure!More infoCatherine LombardiPrice: Expensive• Italian• New Brunswick•4.8
- LLionelNew York City •3 reviews4.0Dined on May 15, 2025Food was excellent and Tatiana was also very good!More infoEsquina Latina Restaurant & LoungePrice: Moderate• Cuban• New Brunswick•4.5
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