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Bernards Inn, Bernardsville, NJ

Bernards Inn

4.6
4.6
1394 Reviews
$50 and over
American
Progressive American cuisine prepared under the direction of Executive Chef Brian Fuller. Featuring an award-winning wine collection and impeccable service combine for an unforgettable Bernardsville fine dining and gourmet restaurant experience. The setting is upscale, the food and service have combined to help earn the industry’s highest hospitality awards.
The Bernards Inn offers four distinct dining areas, each uniquely their own, each consummately The Bernards Inn. Enjoy a meal in The Great Room, The Conservatory, The Library Piano Bar, or The Terrace. Distinctive surroundings heighten your fine dining experience.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 7 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (908) 766-0002

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Brian Fuller

  • Catering

    Our catering department can accommodate parties of all sizes with the award winning cuisine and service The Bernards Inn is renowned for. Contact our Director of Events Amanda Felegi at 908-766-1313 for details on how we can create or enhance your special occasion, event or meeting.

  • Private party facilities

    With over 5,500 square feet of private event space in five distinct rooms, allow our professional, attentive staff to orchestrate an impeccable event just for you. From the decor, menu and the wine pairings to accompany them, no detail will be overlooked. Contact our Director of Events Amanda Felegi at 908-766-1313 for details.

  • Private party contact

    Andrea Testa: (877) 677-5343

  • Neighborhood

    Bernardsville

  • Cross street

    Route 202 & Quimby Lane

  • Parking details

    Our private parking lot is located on Quimby Lane right next to the Bernards Inn. Valet parking is available on Saturday evenings.

  • Public transit

    NJ Transit Train to Bernardsville, Peapack Line, station is across the street.

  • Entertainment

    Live Piano Music Friday and Saturday evenings as well as the first Wednesday of each month.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,394 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey - North

    Romantic

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  1. Docs

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I went there to celebrate our anniversary, since we considered to be one of the higher end restaurants in the area and were not disappointed. Service was superb. My wife had grilled octopus, and I had a beet and bursts salad to start with, and we both had the short ribs for entres. We skipped dessert because we were just too full and as a matter of fact, took home a small doggy bag. To celebrate our anniversary. they provided us with a complementary bowl of ice cream appropriately decorated. I consider it to be of good value, considering what lesser restaurants are charging for much inferior food.
  2. asdd

    New York Area

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service2ambience4
    Excellent. Service could’ve been a little friendlier.
  3. Johnc

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had not been there in a few years and even though chef changed and ownership has changes since my last visit, the restaurant, service, wine selection, server's knowledge of wine and food was a wonderful fully endorsed cant wait to return
  4. BFRF

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing dinner once again at The Bernard’s Inn. We were celebrating our 25th Wedding anniversary and they didn’t miss any detail to make us feel special. The food, service and ambiance was on point.
  5. KathyG

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience4
    The food was great but the service was terrible. We waited a long time between courses and the wait staff never came to the table to ask if we needed anything. We would have ordered desert but we had been there SO king we skipped it and left. Clearly, there was insufficient staffing for a Saturday night.
  6. ScottB

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was impeccable - Attentive to every detail , food was perfect
  7. josephb

    Atlantic City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent experience. Food and service.
  8. SweetMelody

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was outstanding. Food, service, atmosphere, everything.
  9. BrianB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    One of our favorite places to eat. Service was very good, food was very good. Price of food was a bit pricey.
  10. Phylliev

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Met a friend for lunch and had a terrific meal. The service was exceptional. Friendly and very infomative. Our drinks were great and the food was delicious. Will certainly return.
  11. happjack

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food; terrific service. Always dependable.
  12. RickM

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Food was very good, not great. Ambiance is excellent, food quality is not in line with the prices.
  13. JamesB

    Philadelphia

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always wonderful! Always delicious! Always welcoming! Bernards Inn is a sensational go to restaurant! Delicious food and sensational staff! As always, thank you Frank, Grace, Felix, Robert and the ever extraordinary Mary!! You make us feel like family. Bernards Inn shouldn’t and can’t be missed!
  14. MitchL

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. Singer/guitarist provided very nice accompaniment to fine dinner.
  15. kenA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the service and food were excellent.. the music is fabulous and one of main reasons we come
  16. GaryS

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for a special lunch. Superb food, excellent service. Nice and quiet.
  17. JamesB

    Philadelphia

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a wonderful experience! The food is always delicious and the staff first rate! Thank you Grace, Frank, Robert, Felix and the Extraordinary Mary!!!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience3
    After dining here for years including hosting many large private parties, we were stunned by the incredibly poor service. After asking for a few more minutes to consider the menu, it was ONE HOUR before our server returned to begin the lengthy process of ordering wine, food—and bread. Bread, you see, has to be specifically requested and has a separate charge. When delivered, the small loaf of bread was placed into my hands on a heavy 8 by 10 inch platter because there was no room on the table. You may use your imagination regarding bread service. Food arrived and it was generally excellent. I was served a perfectly cooked medium rare petite filet on a hot plate. The steak was cold. Yes, I complained to management. They promised to rectify it. They did not—unless you count the scoop of unrequested ice cream and candle they brought my husband because they knew it was his birthday.
  19. JeffeyK

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience1
    Was looking forward to a nice meal for a special occasion - the Dining Room was old and atmosphere has not changed in years. Chairs were old an uncomfortable. Wine list was poor - menu poor also - food was ok. Service was poor - did not even offer coffee with desert. Went to bar after for a late night drink - sat at bar for 5 minutes and bartender never came by - not even to say welcome and give me a minute. One of the worst experiences I have had on my anniversary in years. Sad
  20. AndrewB

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Unfortunately, the restaurant is dated and we didn’t feel the food was up to standard.
  21. kevinc

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    It was fantastic the food was great a little slow refilling the alcohol drinks
  22. ILTEat

    Washington DC

    34 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Changed our review from good to fair because the reality was the food was "ok" and the service poor. Some of the servers know how to serve a table and others were serving over one guest to help another or inturrupting plus we waited 40 plus minutes between appitizer and entree. Essentially, the current Bernards Inn does not seem to know what type of restaurant they want to be - local pub or up scale dining? Sadly, the service and ambiance is now average with menu execution hit or miss.
  23. margaretp

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    A bit overpriced for the amount on the plate. A bit too much salt on all the dishes. Staff was excellent. Go on a Friday when the piano man is playing.
  24. 7sunflower

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always amazing..first time on a Friday evening and it was lively!
  25. GaryM

    Charleston

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Anniversary dinner. Service was very good. Food was very good but nothing special although the fig toast appetizer was excellent (and different). Dessert was average (hazelnut chocolate done). Finally, walking to our table from the bar hard not to notice the carpet leading to dining area was tired, worn and dirty looking. At this price point IMO the look and feel should match the price point.
  26. Bernards

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I had a rare chance for a date night and I wanted to go somewhere for a quiet meal with little hustle and bustle. Bernards Inn hit the mark. The food was delicious and the staff were very friendly. The atmosphere was upscale and comforting. We will definitely be back in the future.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always,food,drink and atmosphere were 5 star ! Always a dining favorite for us.
  28. Foodiseasy

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Have loved coming here for years. Cassoulet was unctuous, slightly smokey, and delicious. Wine list isn’t as comprehensive as it once was, but is serviceable. The sommelier and all the servers were attentive and lovely.
  29. above

    Atlantic City

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    The service was ok, our server didn't check to see if we needed another after our first drink, someone in our party was not happy about that.
  30. VincentG

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience. Great time. Service amazing.
  31. Meaty1972

    New York Area

    179 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    179 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal and service. The venison was excellent
  32. nitromixer

    New England

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing everything. Loved Friday night so came back again Saturday night!!!
  33. michaelh

    Atlantic City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very nice birthday celebration!
  34. TomB

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wow. Food was outstanding. Great place. Will definitely be back
  35. Caren

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time at Bernards Inn. We would highly recommend this restaurant. The service, food and ambience was exceptional
  36. neilr

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service each and every time
  37. JoseD

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food in a pleasant dining room!
  38. CataB

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The Bernarda Inn was happening on Friday night with live music and a packed restaurant. The service was exceptional and fast and the food was great. We got the burger and Brussels sprouts and fries which were memorable!
  39. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Revisited Bernard’s Inn with some friends after not being there for a while. Food was fantastic! Service was even better. Our Server, Robert, restored our faith that Great, Attentive Service with Care actually still exists in this world. Bravo!!! Highly recommend Bernard’s Inn and Robert to take care of you and your guests. Can’t wait to go back! PS: Piano bar and dining area is the place to be. The live piano was terrific!
  40. Susie

    New York Area

    78 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dined here post pandemic , and look forward to going back , old world charm with an eclectic selection and great service ! The potatoe leek soup was delicious garnished with burnt leeks , I had the pesto caviatelli and my husband the pork chop shoulder , both delicious !

FAQs

Bernards Inn is rated 4.6 stars by 1394 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 7 times today
Google Map for Bernards Inn

27 Mine Brook Rd. (Route 202), Bernardsville, NJ 07924

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Route 202 & Quimby Lane

  • Neighborhood

    Bernardsville

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Our private parking lot is located on Quimby Lane right next to the Bernards Inn. Valet parking is available on Saturday evenings.

  • Public transit

    NJ Transit Train to Bernardsville, Peapack Line, station is across the street.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Brian Fuller

  • Entertainment

    Live Piano Music Friday and Saturday evenings as well as the first Wednesday of each month.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (908) 766-0002

  • Catering

    Our catering department can accommodate parties of all sizes with the award winning cuisine and service The Bernards Inn is renowned for. Contact our Director of Events Amanda Felegi at 908-766-1313 for details on how we can create or enhance your special occasion, event or meeting.

  • Private party facilities

    With over 5,500 square feet of private event space in five distinct rooms, allow our professional, attentive staff to orchestrate an impeccable event just for you. From the decor, menu and the wine pairings to accompany them, no detail will be overlooked. Contact our Director of Events Amanda Felegi at 908-766-1313 for details.

  • Private party contact

    Andrea Testa: (877) 677-5343

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