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Nicholas Barrel & Roost, Red Bank, NJ

Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4.8
4.8
4079 Reviews
$31 to $50
Comfort Food
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 68 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Mid Day Menu Daily 3:00 pm–5:15 pm Dinner Daily 5:15 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 345-9977
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Nicholas Harary
  • Private party contact
    events@barrelandroost.com: (732) 345-9977
  • Neighborhood
    Red Bank
  • Cross street
    Bt. Navesink River Rd & Pine Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking and a private lot.
  • Public transit
    Red Bank Train Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,079 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey - Central

    Most Booked

4,079 Reviews
  1. Duke7144

    New York Area

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nicholas never seems to disappoint. There is something for everyone on this menu, we were a party of four and each of us thoroughly enjoyed our options. The wine and drink list is extensive, yet again something for everyone. We skipped dessert yet ended our meal with an excellent Pumpkin Spice Expresso Martini!

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  2. ChristineT

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great atmosphere and bar, delicious food. Will definitely go back.

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  3. MaureenC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved this restaurant! Service was excellent, butternut squash soup was one of the best ever, salmon delicious. Love the atmosphere- will definitely be coming back!

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  4. BryanF

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was very good, Burrata appetizer and Mahi Mahi entree were memorable!

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  5. DoreenR

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    I am sure the food would have been GOOD if the salt content wasn’t so high. We couldn’t even taste the food. The bread basket was stale but they gave us a new one upon request which was good. The server was very nice and did what he could to make up for the disappointing dinner by reducing the bill. It’s just too bad because we were out to dinner to celebrate our anniversary ☹️

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  6. DonaldK

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Love the Bar area and the Bourbon selection. Attentive waitress good food.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and great staff!!! Loved it and highly recommend

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for a nice date or family outing. Will return

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything about the restaurant. Great waitress

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and food! Captures new and old in a perfect combo!

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  11. JohnF

    Atlantic City

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience1
    Big Disappointment Paccheri Pasta -Cold & gummy VERY LOUD - one table screaming like they were in shore bar

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  12. GinaB

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    The restaurant has a lot of hype around it but the food was just ok. Sauces were strange and under seasoned food

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  13. JulieB

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was wonderful - available but not intrusive! The food was delicious: fresh, appealingly plated, not huge portions. A great "find".

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  14. JadeF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience! Love the atmosphere! Halibut was incredible!!! The Brussels sprouts side was amazing! Overall amazing!

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  15. RobertO

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    This remains my son’s favorite burger spot and I had a pistachio crusted Mahi Mahi that was excellent. This is the type of place where you can expect every dish to be well made, will not be disappointed.

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  16. EdwardR

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great as always! Terrific way to close out Labor Day weekend and the summer!

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  17. LauraA

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall3food5service4ambience2
    Food was delicious but this place is way too loud , felt like I was in a school cafeteria.

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  18. DonnaW

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place. The Bar area was busy. Cool vibes. Dinner was amazing. The drinks were on point. Definitely recommend.

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  19. MikeN

    Seattle

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience! Great food and service.

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  20. Shoegal

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for lunch, service was excellent. I ordered the Lobster Roll & my friend had the cheeseburger . Both were very delicious

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  21. TJJC

    New York Area

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed the crudités and PEI mussels. Always great wines.

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  22. TomP

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    This place was amazing! Two different dining areas, as well as an ample bar, and each had it's own vibe! Food was amazing, great variety, large portions, and reasonably priced. Loved the ambience, and we will definitely be returning regularly!

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  23. reneew

    Atlantic City

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Casual and fun birthday celebration!! We have been here several times and always enjoy it!

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  24. RumsonK

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for a family lunch and the Rome Vacation pizza is a hit.

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  25. MartyB

    New York Area

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, the experience at Barrel and Roost was excellent. Everything was fine, no issues.

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  26. EricA

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service was fantastic.. second time here and fantastic again

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  27. OPfoodie

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have eaten here multiple times. Always a great meal and great service. Everyone is very attentive, drinks are great food options are good..

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  28. MattR

    Montana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a wonderful dinner. The service and food was superb. What a great experience!!!

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  29. Foodie1

    New York Area

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely birthday dinner for a friend there last Saturday eve. Great food. Tasty cocktails and great selection on the wine menu. Our server (Toni?) was perfect - attentive without being intrusive. Gave good suggestions from the menu and smiled without being forced. Positive energy throughout. We were too full for dessert at the end but our kind server popped over with a lovely Roman candle-like sparkler atop a scoop of ice-cream for the birthday “girl” so we could (quietly) wish her a happy birthday. Overall a lovely evening. Will be back.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Love this place but definitely not for a cozy dinner for two or for conversation. Acoustics make it sooo loud to the pint of distraction. Food and service always good!

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  31. Golfer121848girl

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our first time we went and the food was delicious. We shared the baby field greens salad which was very large and very good. I had the pasta bolognese small portion which was also enough to take leftovers home. My husband had short ribs that was excellent and also large to behave leftovers.

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  32. CarolynM

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner last night. It was EXTREMELY loud. Had a difficult time hearing each other. Food was very good. Service started out slow but in the ended being attentive.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Delicious dinner- short rib and salmon dinners, yummy

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best meal we have had out in a long time! Excellent all around!

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent Food and drinks! One of my favorite places to go for lunch or dinner!

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  36. KathyG

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasure dining @ Nicholas! Dinner was delicious

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  37. WilliamD

    New York Area

    58 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and drinks are always exceptional. Great vibe in the restaurant. The staff is always friendly and attentive.

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  38. ValerieS

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fillet cooked perfectly. Server wonderful, and attentive Drinks delicious I think the only negative was if you’re asked for your entree before your first drink is delivered. Made us feel rushed when bar area had many open seats But all and all our 42 anniversary was lovely

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  39. KrystynaC

    New York Area

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    My go to for brunch, special occasions or meeting friends. Enjoy the outdoor seating on nice days but the inside is impressive as is the food selection

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service! It was quite loud but we still enjoyed our visit.

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FAQs

Nicholas Barrel & Roost is rated 4.8 stars by 4079 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 68 times today
Google Map for Nicholas Barrel & Roost

160 Hwy 35, Red Bank, NJ 07701

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bt. Navesink River Rd & Pine Street
  • Neighborhood
    Red Bank
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Mid Day Menu Daily 3:00 pm–5:15 pm Dinner Daily 5:15 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking and a private lot.
  • Public transit
    Red Bank Train Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nicholas Harary
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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