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Nicholas Barrel & Roost, Red Bank, NJ

Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4.7 (4863)
$31 to $50
Comfort Food
160 Hwy 35, Red Bank, NJ 07701

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 69 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
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!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Nicholas Harary
  • 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

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What 4,863 people are saying

Nicholas Barrel & Roost reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Monmouth

    Great for brunch

  • Monmouth

    Great for fine wines

  • Monmouth

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nicholas Barrel & Roost offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "warm service" in a "great atmosphere." Notable dishes include the "best burgers around" and the "delicious swordfish sandwich." Despite occasional noise, many patrons praise the "fun vibe" and "excellent service," making it a "highly recommended" spot.
4,863 Reviews
  1. Alexa

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience, service and food was outstanding. We were celebrating my husband’s birthday.

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  2. Alfred VIP

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious. The service was a little hurried, overall very good

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  3. Elynn VIP

    New York City68 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We really enjoy this restaurant. I do have 2 requests ... more French or Italian red wines by the glass and definitely more GF options ... they need a GF pizza, GF fries and/or chips ... The S'mores dessert is a big hit with the family ... unfortunately, those of us what are GF can't enjoy it.

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  4. Jill VIP

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambiance was fabulous! You would know that right outside is Rt. 35. Every aspect of the restaurant was perfect. Waitress was phenomenal and knew the menu well!! Answered all questions we had. Food and service was on par. Manager came over to check on table as well. Definitely will be going back sooner rather than later.

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  5. Danielle

    New York City51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always excellent! Favorite dishes include the wood grilled oysters, burrata & crispy hallibut. Best burgers around!

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  6. Jessica

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Barrel and Roost exceeded all expectations — amazing food, warm service, and a great atmosphere. Easily one of the best dining experiences I've had.

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  7. Anthony VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The hostess and waiter should put a little on there face like they actually want to be there or like their job. The short ribs had no taste nor the mashed potatoes. We were done with dinner in 45mins thats how quick the food comes. Not a night out to me.

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  8. June

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Too noisy. Hard to hear. Onion soup good but too pricey. Fish slightly overdone.

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  9. Wagner

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is our new favorite ! From the delicious food, ambience , cool t shirts and amazing homemade pickles!!!

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  10. Danielle

    New Jersey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our family of 5 made a simple reservation. It was absolutely beautiful. Staff is kind and quick. The wine and burgers are delicious. My husband said it was the best swordfish sandwhich he’s ever had. We will be back.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 69 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
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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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