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Steakhouse 85, New Brunswick, NJ

Steakhouse 85

4.8 (4212)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
85 Church Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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 4,212 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 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 is renowned for "outstanding food and service" with an inviting ambiance, making it a top choice for special occasions. Patrons praise the "delicious date night menu," "attentive staff," and "perfectly cooked steaks." While some note minor inconsistencies, the overall experience is "amazing," making it a must-visit destination.
4,212 Reviews
  1. Anthony VIP

    Philadelphia County11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    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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  2. Suzanne VIP

    New York City36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    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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  3. Stephen

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  4. Jennifer

    New Jersey1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Apted for the Date Night menu and upgraded a few items. Excellent choice!!! Food was amazing!!!! Beautiful ambience and great attentive service. Will definitely be back!

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  5. wayne VIP

    New York City27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is outstanding as is the service. Great ambiance however the past 2 visits it was quite noisy. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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  6. Jonathan

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service here is excellent, whenever I have visited all waiters/waitresses, bartenders, and bussers have been great. Food is usually delicious, but whoever was working on 6/1/25 got our entire table's temperatures wrong, overcooking the medium-rare to medium well, and the mediums to well done. At this pricepoint, we were surprised but in a rush so moved on. I'd still come back, but less frequently.

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  7. Diane VIP

    New York City36 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious as usual. Our dishes did not disappoint us.

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  8. Mitch

    New York City47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were very warmly greeted and our anniversary immediately acknowledged. Service was superb, food quality and quantity was excellent. Definitely our future place to go.

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  9. Noel

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time at Steakhouse 85. We went for our anniversary. Service, drinks, meal - all terrific. Highly recommend.

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  10. Damian

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Atmosphere, Food and Service were OUTSTANDING as usual!

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FAQs

Steakhouse 85 does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

Steakhouse 85 is rated 4.8 stars by 4212 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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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