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Steakhouse 85, New Brunswick, NJ

Steakhouse 85

4.8 (4219)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
85 Church Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Fancy
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 Athletics

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Brian Karluk
  • Catering
    Please contact us for your off-site catering needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Steakhouse 85 is a 21st century rendition of the classic American Steakhouse. Visit https://www.steakhouse85.com/privatedining to inquire about private dining for you and your guests.
  • Neighborhood
    New Brunswick
  • Cross street
    George Street
  • Parking details
    We are located directly across the street from the Church Street Parking Deck. There is also metered parking surrounding the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The restaurant is just a one minute walk from the New Brunswick stop on the NJ Transit Northeast Corridor line.
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz Fridays and Saturdays 6 to 10 pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,219 people are saying

Steakhouse 85 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Middlesex

    Best Overall

  • Middlesex

    Best Food

  • Middlesex

    Best Service

  • Middlesex

    Best Ambiance

  • Middlesex

    Great for fine wines

  • Middlesex

    Romantic

  • Middlesex

    Good for special occasions

  • Middlesex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Steakhouse 85 offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "amazing food" and "attentive service." The "date night menu" is a favorite, providing great value. Guests praise servers like Paul and Kevin for their "exceptional" service. Though a bit noisy at times, the "ambiance is warm and inviting," making it perfect for special occasions.
4,219 Reviews
  1. Millie VIP

    New York City43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great setting, awesome menu and drink options. Perfect service.

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  2. Raymond VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ALWAYS an amazing experience!! From the moment you walk in the door everyone is so friendly and welcoming. The cocktails always creative, the food.. where do I begin.. from apps, steaks, seafood, to sides and dessert just truly delicious!! Servers are super friendly and engaging too! Always keep coming back!!

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  3. Osbert

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good service and everyone is friendly. Definately recommend.

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  4. Richard

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and the server was very professional and courteous very clean and made me feel like I was home five stars to steak 85 I will definitely tell a friend.

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  5. Mrs

    New York City14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience at Steakhoue85. They never disappoint!

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  6. JoAnn N VIP

    New York City305 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I always like Steakhouse 85. I have eaten there many times. I tried date nite menu first time I paid extra for Delmonico steak and it was stringy told waiter and he said but it was good. It wasn’t good it was stringy tough. Disappointed. Music too loud in main dining room. Where is the place to be. So went to back room quiet but not pretty. It’s got overflow Service good calamari excellent. Porkchop excellent salad good Yukon potatoes ok served cool. Mushrooms good Dessert looked gr8 but was a little doughy. It is gr8 that date nite includes bottle wine. Will go again cause I like food usually and date nite nice touch but will not order the upcharge items

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  7. Leslie

    New York City18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The 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!!!!

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  8. Anthony VIP

    Philadelphia County12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always, service was perfect food was excellent the crab cake best we have ever had

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  9. Suzanne VIP

    New York City36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a really great experience. SH85 is a favorite and never disappoints. We had day boat scallops special and stuffed grouper that were both perfectly cooked and delicious. Interesting vegetables alongside too! Pattypan squash and baby zucchini. It’s a bit bustling so there is noise, but didn’t interfere while catching up with friends for the first time in a while!

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  10. Stephen

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and our server, Paul, was wonderful!

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Steakhouse 85 is rated 4.8 stars by 4219 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for Steakhouse 85

85 Church Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    George Street
  • Neighborhood
    New Brunswick
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We are located directly across the street from the Church Street Parking Deck. There is also metered parking surrounding the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The restaurant is just a one minute walk from the New Brunswick stop on the NJ Transit Northeast Corridor line.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Brian Karluk
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz Fridays and Saturdays 6 to 10 pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please contact us for your off-site catering needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Steakhouse 85 is a 21st century rendition of the classic American Steakhouse. Visit https://www.steakhouse85.com/privatedining to inquire about private dining for you and your guests.
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