A Salute

4.1

457 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Charming
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

VOTED #1 FOR BEST ITALIAN FOOD ON THE EAST COAST BY BAYCITIZEN.ORG!!!

A Salute is an Italian restaurant & full service cocktail bar located in an 1850 Church on Main Street in Matawan, NJ (Three minute walk from train station). The 170 year old building has kept its character and warmth to provide a comfortable setting for families and friends to enjoy a great lunch or dinner. Outdoor dining with a full service bar and oversized patio.

Karaoke every Friday Night!

Lunch Available daily from 11:30-3:30pm. Happy Hour daily from 3:00pm-6:00pm featuring 1/2 off drinks and select appetizers. Dinner begins at 4:00pm.

We are now offering a $60 pp Family Style Dinner, 7 Days a week, incl. holidays. Minimum 2 ppl required. Kids 10 and Under Eat Free!

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(732) 566-0267
Website
https://www.asalutenj.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Nick Freire
Catering
Catering Available All Year, everyday.
Private party facilities
Indoor / Outdoor Parties

Location
74 Main St, Matawan, NJ 07747-2629
Neighborhood
Matawan
Cross street
North st
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
A quick walk from the Aberdeen/Matawan Train Station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Weekday Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Please come join us for our weekday Happy Hour from 3pm-6pm! 1/2 PRICE WINE, BEERS AND COCKTAILS. Select appetizers HALF OFF!!! Available at our Bar Area Monday- Friday!
New Lunch Menu!
Multiple dates available
Mon - Sat - 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Come try our new lunch menu, offered Monday-Saturday 11:30 am - 3:30 pm! You won't be disappointed!
$60 Per Person Family Style Dinner
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:30 AM - 7:45 PM,Mon - Thu - 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM, 3:30 PM - 8:45 PM,Fri - Sat - 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM, 3:30 PM - 9:45 PM
Offered 7 Days a Week | Tax and Gratuity Not Included | Children 12 and Under Included Includes: Wine, Sangria, & Draft Beer Cold Antipasto Baked Clams Fried Calamari Margherita Detroit Style Pizza Eggplant Parmigiana Penne Vodka or Rigatoni Pomodoro Skirt Steak Chicken Francese Coffee & Dessert

Popular dishes

What 457 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.1Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

A Salute offers a unique dining experience in a beautifully converted church setting. Guests praise the "amazing food," "incredible service," and "fantastic atmosphere." The menu features diverse options, including standout dishes like bolognese pasta and calamari. While there are occasional service hiccups, the overall experience is highly recommended for special occasions.

457 Reviews

K
Kristyn
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time here, but not our last! The ambiance was beautiful. The service was outstanding. The food was delicious!
Is this helpful?
M
Marta
VIP
New York City
63 reviews
5.0
63 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic decor and delicious food! Service was impeccable and the teas friendly….,
Is this helpful?
A
Allen
New York City
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Ambiance was superb. For the prices the food was ok not superb. Service was slow , not waiters fault. The wait between appetizers and main dishes was over an hour and food was warm not hot. Probably will not be returning at these prices $$$$$
Is this helpful?
T
Tina
VIP
New York City
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Would have been 5 stats but booked the dining room and got stuck in the bar because they had a party. Was never notified and was really disappointed but the food was fantastic and the manager was so apologetic and made it up to us. Will go again but if we have the same problem will never go back, amazing food or not
Is this helpful?
S
Susan
VIP
New York City
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We did not do family style but when our check came it was clear that would have been the better value. Good good, great service and a warm, inviting ambiance. I will return!
Is this helpful?
A
Alyssa
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
It used to be so good and a great little find but seems to have fallen off a bit
Is this helpful?
G
Gina
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Overpriced Italian food. Small portions. You could do better at Olive Garden. Music was so loud you couldn’t hear each other talk. Water was dripping. In the restaurant during rain
Is this helpful?
K
Kristen
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
They did not have the service together and the roof was leaking. It was so crowded and they were not on track with their reservations. They had plastic cups on new years and was charging fine dining prices. I was very disappointed!
Is this helpful?
p
patricia
New York City
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Simply horrific. Not sure what was worse …service or food.
Is this helpful?
B
Blake
New York City
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Unfortunately we went here for a 30th birthday celebration (only 4 people) and the restaurant was either short staffed or the waiter really didn’t like us. The food sat under the warmer for far too long so by the time it got to us it was very baked. The drinks were incredible but we were never asked for another round. We will try again with a different waiter.
Is this helpful?

FAQs

A Salute does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. A Salute also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 566-0267.

A Salute is rated 4.1 stars by 457 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

74 Main St, Matawan, NJ 07747-2629

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
North st
Neighborhood
Matawan
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
A quick walk from the Aberdeen/Matawan Train Station
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Nick Freire
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.asalutenj.com/
Phone number
(732) 566-0267
Catering
Catering Available All Year, everyday.
Private party facilities
Indoor / Outdoor Parties

A Salute

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Offers

Weekday Happy Hour

New Lunch Menu!

$60 Per Person Family Style Dinner

Popular dishes

Skirt Steak

Pork Chop

White Pizza

Menu

Includes:

Wine, Sangria, & Draft Beer

Cold Antipasto

Baked Clams

Fried Calamari

Margherita Detroit Style Pizza

Eggplant Parmigiana

Penne Vodka or Rigatoni Pomodoro

Skirt Steak

Chicken Francese

Coffee & Dessert

What 457 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does A Salute offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is A Salute restaurant rated?

Is A Salute currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information