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1. NICO Kitchen + Bar

4.1

Excellent(1887)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newark

Booked 12 times today

Unwind from the grind at NICO, Newark's most relaxing space. Savor our American menu and the best fries you've ever had. NICO is the perfect place to meet up with friends after work, enjoy a pre-show meal before your NJPAC performance.. Our award-winning team is always here to bring you good times, great music, and delicious vibes.

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2. Swahili Village OTS

4.3

Awesome(374)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• African • Newark

Booked 25 times today

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3. Fornos of Spain

4.8

Exceptional(1918)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Newark

Booked 36 times today

Welcome to Fornos of Spain Restaurant located on the Iron Bound in Newark, NJ. Fornos of Spain has been bestowed numerous awards and proclaimed by various national magazines as a "must" when dining out in New Jersey. Our award winning Spanish cuisine is prepared with the freshest seafood of Spain. Our extensive wine cellars offer over 450 aged and vintage wines and has the rarest collections of Spanish wines in the United States.

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4. The Vault Lounge & Restaurant

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4.7

Exceptional(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Newark

Booked 33 times today

Your premier destination for relaxation and refined socializing in New Jersey. Our lounge offers an exquisite blend of style and comfort, creating the ideal setting for unwinding with friends, experiencing a romantic evening, or hosting a special event.

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5. Medallion Steakhouse & Seafood

3.1

Good(55)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• International • Newark

Booked 4 times today

Located in the heart of downtown Newark, Medallion Steakhouse is a restaurant that caters to steak and seafood enthusiasts. For those driving, parking is available at 29 Mulberry St, within the Robert Treat hotel. Our establishment takes pride in serving only the finest quality beef, seafood, chicken, and other delectable dishes.

6. Adega Grill

4.7

Exceptional(1189)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Portuguese • Newark

Booked 17 times today

From the moment you enter, tones of old world yellows, stone fireplaces, wrought iron cellar gates and sconces, soft candlelight, coves with upholstered sofa seating and friendly staff, it's an undeniable inviting space, nothing short of extraordinary. Two special occasion tables with antique throne chairs and live piano music add to the intimacy. Two romantic dining rooms cater to an elegant crowd, while the long narrow bar gathers a friendly and fun bunch nightly.The cuisine truly upholds the name of Fine Portuguese/Spanish Dining, seafood and fish, organic meats, the freshest ingredients and to maintain the tradition, huge portions are to be expected. The menu is seasonal and in addition to a varied selection of delectable dishes to satisfy any palette, daily specials are always featured. The wine list with over 180 selections is an ambitious one that keeps growing, but sure not to disappoint the discriminating connoisseur.

7. Casa de Paco

4.6

Exceptional(364)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Newark

Booked 16 times today

Tapas bar that truly exemplifies Spanish culture. Weekly updated menus with only the freshest of ingredients paired with exquisite Spanish wines, craft beers and delicious sangrias.Rated #1 Paella in New Jersey by Yelp and Nj.com Winner of Newark's Best Cocktail 2019-2023 Party rooms available, outdoor patio.

8. Sol-Mar

4.7

Exceptional(165)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Portuguese • Newark

Booked 3 times today

Sol Mar Restaurant & Marisqueira is one of the leading seafood restaurants in New Jersey. It is family operated, opened in 1957, and focused on authentic Portuguese & Mediterranean cuisines. The interior of Sol-Mar is handcrafted as carefully as the menu, as diners are transported across the Atlantic as soon as they walk through the doors thanks to the authentic decor and style of the dining room. It is located just a few blocks from Newark Penn Station, close to Newark International Airport, in the famous neighborhood of Ironbound.Sol Mar’s menu experience featuring the finest seafood catch from regional coasts and international waters in Portugal and all over the world is showcased at your table. Diners who aren't feeling the taste of seafood can still order other dishes such as grilled porterhouse steak, pork chops in garlic sauce, and chicken marsala. You can enjoy all of Portugal's magnificent atmospheres without leaving the premises.

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9. The Taste of Brazil

4.0

Excellent(56)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Brazilian • Newark

Booked 12 times today

A unique dining experience and authentic Brazilian cuisine (Rodizio style) ready to serve you a fresh and tasteful selection of meats and an amazing salad bar. Taste every moment!

10. Q'Tal Bar & Grill

3.8

Excellent(49)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newark

Booked 2 times today

Q'tal is a Multicultural restaurant serving a mix of New American dishes with Brazilian and Italian influence in Kearny NJ. We offer a complete experience from beginning to end in our dining room, bar, and cozy back patio. Behind our glass kitchen is Executive Chef, Edney Moreira, who takes pride in creating our unique menu and ensuring dishes are always fresh, as well as incorporating handmade ingredients such as our bread and pasta. We also have signature cocktails with a focus on beautiful and fresh ingredients, selected wine list and beer list.

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EvelynVIP
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
OMG! I just love this place...excellent food, service, ambience...
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Fornos of SpainPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Newark
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4.8
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ThomasVIP
New York City •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Nico is a superb choice for pre theater dining. The staff is thoughtful and attentive; the food excellent; and the atmosphere is relaxed and tasteful. This is our go to restaurant for anything at NJPAC!
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NICO Kitchen + BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newark
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4.1
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Bisola
New Jersey •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
Food was amazing. Great customer service. I love the ambience. Great server and waiter.
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Swahili Village OTSPrice: Expensive• African• Newark
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4.3
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Daniel
New Jersey •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 31, 2025
Wow great food and friendly staff. Delicious food Great drinks. Nice ambient. Love it
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Medallion Steakhouse & SeafoodPrice: Expensive• International• Newark
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3.1

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