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The Old Bay Restaurant, New Brunswick, NJ

The Old Bay Restaurant

4.0
4
249 Reviews
$30 and under
Creole / Cajun / Southern
For New Orleans inspired cuisine at its finest, The Old Bay Restaurant is the place to go in New Brunswick, New Jersey. The night should begin with a cold beer, and there are plenty to choose from, both domestic and import. Cocktails are also available in plentiful supply, with the hurricane and mint julep being especially poplar choices at The Old Bay Restaurant. For your meal, items such as barbecue pork sliders and chicken and sausage jambalaya await you at The Old Bay Restaurant. This is definitely a place where you will want to arrive hungry, as you will certainly leave full.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 246-3111
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    The Old Bay is always available for private dining functions and also features a mezzanine dining area overlooking bar areas and lower level dining rooms.
  • Private party contact
    Pat Pipi: (732) 246-3111
  • Neighborhood
    Colonia
  • Cross street
    Neilson Street
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on the street, however safe and security monitored public parking lots are located right on the adjacent street as well as across the street in the Hyatt Regency Hotel.
  • Entertainment
    Friday and Saturday nights feature live musicians and bands performing original tunes and covers ranging from modern rock, jam bands, classic rock, r&b and hip hop. Tuesday nights, The Old Bay becomes the hottest karaoke bar in town. DJ's take over the bar as well on Wednesday and Thursday nights.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
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What 249 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0
4 based on all time ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4Service
  • 3.7Ambience

NoiseModerate

249 Reviews
  1. Luv2dine

    Philadelphia

    24 reviews

    2.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2015

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Ordered "fresh fish" obviously frozen. Huge group of twenty somethings came in and took over place. Extremely loud!! Could not hear at all. Waitress was wonderful! Would definitely not return.

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  2. Mototim

    Coastal Georgia

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience with exceptional service and his food. Never rushed us out!

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  3. EricS

    New York City

    48 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2015

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were heading to the State Theater and the Old Bay was a nice stop along the way....and an easy walk to the Theater (with a public parking lot right up the street). We were seated right away; upstairs looking down on the patrons and bar below. The noise level was moderate. We're sure there are times where it must get louder but being upstairs makes the sound level moderate. Our waitress was very attentive without being intrusive. While the specialty drinks are expensive; one Hurricane is more than enough for a night. We enjoyed the food in kind....a calamari poboy appetizer was just spicy enough with its spicy slaw. My wife enjoyed her blackened mahi mahi with root veggies and my 50/50 burger was cooked as requested and very filling. We'll be back.

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  4. FOODchick1972

    Atlantic City

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2015

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We were taken to our table as soon as we arrived,Olivia,our waitress was pleasant and we didn't feel rushed at all.by the time our entrees were served the noise level was really loud. We were upstairs and there were several large tables around us. Other than that,the portions were ample ,hot & spicy!!

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  5. BillK

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 21, 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Cajun favorites - Gumbo, Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya, and Shrimp Creole - were all excellent choices; flavorful, good-sized portions, just spicy enough. Gabby's attentive, professional service was friendly and prompt without being over-bearing. A great night out in New Brunswick!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2015

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We came here before we went to Stress Factory. Drinks were mixed just right. I had a Hurricane and my friend had a swamp water. Good stuff! Loved the shrimp over grits and I had a burger. I very filling and satisfying one!

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  7. Awesome

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish, can't say enough wonderful things about the dining experience. Staff was wonderful, dinner delicious, atmosphere energetic and contagious. The executive chef made rounds and spoke to diners to obtain feedback on meals; he was an absolute delight to speak to. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu and pairings. Can't say enough wonderful things about our experience.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2015

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a great time both time that I've dined at OB. Their seafood jambalaya , duck, crab cakes, and bread pudding is a must. They make one of a kind Bloody Mary that was delicious and had an awesome presentation. Friendly staff and lively dining area. Great for chatting it up and not worry about disturbing the next table.

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  9. RaymonduduOnhiself

    Nashville

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2015

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We go to Old Bay nearly everytime we go to an event, show or theatre in New Brunswick. Its a great place for pre or post theatre drinks & meal.

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  10. RCitron

    Atlantic City

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The hubby and I had a fantastic Valentine's meal here...delicious and authentic food, great selection, and wonderful drinks from the bar. I loved the cheerful decor and the jazz music, too. Definitely a fun, lively, welcoming place.

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FAQs

The Old Bay Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 246-3111.

The Old Bay Restaurant is rated 4 stars by 249 OpenTable diners.

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

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Google Map for The Old Bay Restaurant

61 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Neilson Street
  • Neighborhood
    Colonia
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on the street, however safe and security monitored public parking lots are located right on the adjacent street as well as across the street in the Hyatt Regency Hotel.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Friday and Saturday nights feature live musicians and bands performing original tunes and covers ranging from modern rock, jam bands, classic rock, r&b and hip hop. Tuesday nights, The Old Bay becomes the hottest karaoke bar in town. DJ's take over the bar as well on Wednesday and Thursday nights.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
  • Phone number
    (732) 246-3111
  • Private party facilities
    The Old Bay is always available for private dining functions and also features a mezzanine dining area overlooking bar areas and lower level dining rooms.
  • Private party contact
    Pat Pipi: (732) 246-3111
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