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1. La Griglia
4.9
Exceptional(2094)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Kenilworth
Booked 18 times today
With a unique combination of sophisticated atmosphere, an extensive wine list, and contemporary cuisine with a focus on seafood, La Griglia offers a taste of Italy far from the ordinary.
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2. House 157 Restaurant & Bar
4.5
Awesome(401)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Roselle Park
Booked 18 times today
House 157 Restaurant & Bar is a neighborhood gem in Roselle Park, known for its diverse menu and inviting atmosphere. Customers rave about the 'spectacular' food, 'delicious' drinks, and 'friendly' service. As one reviewer puts it, it's a 'cute spot with great music and vibes'. The ambiance is consistently praised as 'beautiful', 'relaxing', and 'chill'. It's the perfect place to grab a bite and feel at home.
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3. da Benito Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(858)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Union
Booked 13 times today
Exquisite cuisine complimented with our extensive award winning wine list featuring the very best from Italy, France and California. This makes for a unique and memorable dining experience at this top New Jersey restaurant. Attention to detail defines “Fine Dining” at restaurant da Benito. Immaculate Italian table linens on every table and a professional wait staff will cater to your every wish. Our menu is as rich in flavor as it is diverse and incorporating local grown vegetables, homemade pastas, aged steaks that rival the best steakhouses and fresh wild seafood creates a menu that has to be tasted to be appreciated.
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4. La Pergola BYOB
4.6
Exceptional(1634)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Millburn
Booked 16 times today
Indoor and Outdoor dinning . BYOB *Outdoor dinning weather permitted.Nestled in the heart of Millburn, walking distance from Paper Mill Playhouse, La Pergola has curated a delightful outdoor garden dining experience in addition to our signature indoor space. Now whether you prefer to dine surrounded by the lush, flower-filled beauty of nature or in the candlelit elegance of our chic interior, we look forward to serving you the region's best Northern Italian cuisine in style! Please specify your choice with your reservation.To access the outdoor dinning go around to the back of Fidelity Bank. Follow LA PERGOLA GARDEN signs. Bring along your favorite bottle of wine or champagne. LA PERGOLA IS BYOB Open 7Days Lunch and Dinner: 11:30 am to 10pmOrders to go is Pick Up before 6pm!
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5. Limani Seafood Grill
4.7
Exceptional(3525)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Westfield
Booked 12 times today
Limani Seafood Grill is a neighborhood gem, praised for its fresh, high-quality seafood and warm, welcoming atmosphere. One reviewer described it as a 'gem in a beautiful town' and another as a 'favorite local restaurant'. The owners are frequently complimented for their graciousness, and the consistently excellent food and service are noted as reasons for its popularity. The restaurant's unique BYOB policy is also appreciated by guests.
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6. Benihana - Short Hills, NJ
4.2
Awesome(2559)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Short Hills
Booked 37 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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7. Garlic Rose Bistro - Cranford
4.8
Exceptional(796)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Cranford
Booked 6 times today
Garlic Rose Bistro in Cranford is a true gem. Reviews rave about the 'great food', 'wonderful service', and 'friendly atmosphere'. The unique feature of the restaurant being a 'garlic lovers paradise' adds a delightful touch. The family-friendly environment and 'impeccable' service make it a favorite among locals, with one reviewer even calling it 'the absolute best place to go'.
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8. MoonShine - Modern Supper Club
4.1
Excellent(1345)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Millburn
Booked 1 time today
Contemporary American cooking executed with style, finesse and an "updated" comfort-food sensibility, featuring new takes on retro-classic dishes. MoonShine is a happy amalgam of modern regionally sourced cuisine with approachable, appealing dishes. The beverage program boasts an emphasis on seasonal specialty cocktails – original creations and updates on classics. 30 beers by the bottle and 20 draft lines will delight the palate of even the novice beer enthusiast. Prefer Wine? 50 wines by the glass, in 3- or 6-oz. pours coupled with another 50 bottle Reserve List from Old- and New World, with brief, vivid, helpful descriptions to assist w/selection provide a sanctuary for any professional wine swoosher. MoonShine Modern Supper Club is an instant new classic.
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9. Angelo's Steakhouse
4.2
Awesome(107)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Kenilworth
Booked 2 times today
New Steakhouse located in Kenilworth NJ featuring a full bar, extensive list of new & old world wines and the finest cuts of dry-aged chops.
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10. Chez Catherine
4.9
Exceptional(1071)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Westfield
Booked 1 time today
Chez Catherine is consistently rated one of the Best French Restaurants in New Jersey. It provides a wonderful dining experience from the warm greeting when you enter to the last sip of wine. This mainstay of Westfield, NJ for the last 38 years delivers quality cuisine and impeccable service. The owner, Stephane Bocket was born in Dunkerque, France. Stephane was the Maitre d'Hotel for 12 years before purchasing Chez Catherine in 2016. His career spans many years at Alain Ducasse's restaurants in NYC and France and before that in a number of other restaurants throughout France.The Chef de Cuisine is Christine Migton. Christine graduated from the Culinary Institute of America. Her dishes revisit traditional French cuisine but use different flavors and tastes. She works to provide lighter and healthier ingredients wherever possible while maintaining that special French touch.
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