Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in New Jersey

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in New Jersey? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Orale Mexican Kitchen - Jersey City

4.8

4.8 (746)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Jersey City

About the restaurant

ORALE MEXICAN KITCHEN IN JERSEY CITY
Located in the heart of Downtown Jersey City, Orale is the perfect spot for Happy Hour, Taco Tuesday, Boozy Brunch, or an eventful Cinco de Mayo.

Enjoy Authentic Food with a Twist at Our Mexican Restaurant in Jersey City
When you’re looking for a Modern Mexican food experience, you can get what you’re looking for at Orale Mexican Kitchen. We are proud to be one of the best Mexican restaurants in Jersey City, providing our customers with authentic food with a unique twist. Rather than limiting the menu at our local restaurant to traditional meals for dinner like tacos, burritos, and other options, we also offer a fantastic Mexican brunch that will keep you coming back for more. You’ll come for the food and stay for the fun atmosphere our Mexican kitchen provides, giving you the high-quality restaurant service you deserve.

Top review

Omani

Dined 1 day ago

Great place to eat a meal. Plenty of fusion Mexican food. My mango margarita was just okay, I probably wouldn’t order an alcoholic beverage from them again but I would return for the food. Parking lot was 2 blocks from the restaurants

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Experience

Brunch: Large Party Reservations 9+

Experience

Happy Hour (Bar Only)

Experience

Large Party Reservations 9+

R Bar - Asbury Park

4.8

4.8 (1102)

$31 to $50

American

Asbury Park

About the restaurant

Welcome to RBar - Asbury Park, Be Nice or Leave.

Reservations for First Floor Dining Room and Bar Only. Call for parties of 5 or more.

Upstairs Greenhouse & Balcony: Full Bar & Food Service When Open……First Come, First Served.

R Yard: Full Service When Open…..First Come, First Served.

Top review

Joseph

Dined 1 day ago

New Years Day brunch. Bloody Mary’s were tasty and the French Onion soup was fantastic. Had the short rib French dip. French fries were hot, crispy and fresh. The sandwich was tasty but would have liked a little more meat to go with the bread. The Au Jus was tasty and complimented the sandwich well. Will look forward to going back to try other menu items.

Ryfe Restaurant and Bar

4.7

4.7 (812)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Atlantic City

About the restaurant

Familiar but re-imagined, classic but elevated, socially accepting, energetic and forever optimistic. It's how Ryfe approaches everything we do. We're Ryfe about food, Ryfe about friends and family, and believe everyone deserves respect and acceptance. At Ryfe we offer a classic bar environment, a swanky lounge area, a 50+ person dining room, outdoor dining, and a 200+ person event venue. Acoustic Night, Comedy Shows, Dueling Pianos, Wine and Cheese Ladies Night, Ryfe-After-Dark DJs and Menu, all in a family-friendly setting.

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ReginaVIP

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Outstanding food and great service! Bartender (Sara) was awesome. She was very friendly, professional, and efficient. We look forward to returning soon for another enjoyable dining experience!

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Popular dish

Grilled Calamari

Proving Ground Waterfront Dining

4.6

4.6 (1291)

$30 and under

American

Highlands

About the restaurant

THE STORY BEHIND THE PROVING GROUND…

WE TOOK A LITTLE HISTORY FROM THE AREA WHEN NAMING AND DESIGNING THE RESTAURANT AFTER THE SANDY HOOK PROVING GROUNDS. ESTABLISHED IN 1874, IT BECAME THE FIRST US ARMY PROVING GROUND TO TEST ARTILLERY AND OTHER MATERIALS. AND THAT’S WHAT WE ARE ALL ABOUT – TESTING NEW MENU ITEMS AND SPECIALIZING IN THE NEWEST CRAFT BEER AND COCKTAILS. WE LIKE TO MIX IT UP WITH OUR EVENTS, MUSIC, AND EXPERIENCE TO ALWAYS KEEP THINGS FRESH AND FUN.

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PatrikVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Fantastic food, especially the New Year’s specials like cheesy pull apart bread and lobster ravioli. Service was a little slow. Food was quick to be delivered to our table - entrees came out before we were done with appetizers - but was delivered by runners rather than our server so we had to sit with empty glasses till our server finally returned. Probably a staffing issue due to the New Year’s holiday.

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Popular dish

Shrimp

Experience

Burger Night on Tuesdays!

Experience

Every Wednesday is Pasta & Wine Night!

Sushi Lounge - Morristown

4.6

4.6 (42)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Morristown

About the restaurant

At Sushi Lounge we offer Grade A sushi and sashimi, as well as delicious entrees. Enjoy our spectacular special rolls crafted by our sushi chefs. We provide the complete package, with a full sake, wine, and beer list and a fully stocked bar. With a DJ four nights a week and a vibrant lounge to enjoy our hand-crafted cocktails.

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Sara

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Food was amazing and fresh. The spicy tuna crispy rice was very good.

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Experience

Omakase Experience

Lefkes Estiatorio - New Jersey

4.5

4.5 (1019)

$31 to $50

Greek

Englewood Cliffs

About the restaurant

Lefkes emerges from Lefkes Santorini and Athens taking guests on a Mediterranean journey of flavors, offering a uniquely diverse cuisine. Inspired by traditional Greek classics combined with a modern twist, Lefkes offers the finest cuisine sourced from top purveyors and local farms. Lefkes transforms from a daily fine dining restaurant to an exclusive day and nightlife destination featuring top DJs and entertainment. Lefkes brings the energy of Santorini to any location.

Top review

Tony

Dined 7 days ago

I had an amazing experience!! The lamb chops were to die for!! Already planning my next visit. The service and the staff was great, very kind and paid attention to us !!!Thank you Lefkes!!!!!!

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Popular dish

Lamb Shank

Popular dish

Paidakia - Lamb Chops

Flying Pig Tavern & Tap

4.5

4.5 (172)

$30 and under

American

Bordentown

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Michele

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

Great food and drinks. Comfortable setting and people were friendly.

Felina - Summit

4.3

4.3 (119)

$31 to $50

Italian

Summit

About the restaurant

Felina Summit extends the legacy of Felina Ridgewood and Felina Steak in Jersey City. Guests can indulge in elevated Italian comfort food prepared with modern techniques, showcased in a large scale open kitchen adorned with terrazzo and mosaic marble detailing. A floating kitchen hood adds a contemporary touch, while the restaurant’s grandeur dining room features a fireplace, a 60-seat bar featuring five signature negronis on tap, and a step-down dining area that enhances its inviting ambiance.

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Ricardo

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Overall an amazing Christmas Eve dinner. Definitely worth a visit. The food was great and so was the atmosphere. Wish our server was a little bit more attentive.

Dave & Buster's - Wayne

3.8

3.8 (114)

$30 and under

American

Wayne

About the restaurant

Each Dave & Buster's has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we're stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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Ruba

Dined on Dec 23, 2024

Our server, Omar, was fantastic. Kids had a great time with arcade games, food was much better than expected for a chain restaurant, and it was very clean! First time going, table of 10, and everyone had a great time!

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Experience

$5 Happy Hour!!!

Experience

$5 Late Night Happy Hour!!!

Experience

Sunday SIP Night

NoHu Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

3.8

3.8 (35)

$31 to $50

American

Weehawken

About the restaurant

UNPARALLELED NYC VIEWS
NOHU ROOFTOP BAR + RESTAURANT IS OPEN EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK, FOR DINING, DRINKS AND WEEKEND BRUNCH.
Soaring above the Hudson River, our scenic rooftop bar is the perfect place to cap off an eventful afternoon in Port Imperial. Gaze out over the Manhattan skyline as you sip a craft cocktail, enjoy a meal and unwind among friends.

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Chanice

Dined on Dec 15, 2024

The location is great. Beautiful views of manhattan, great service, drinks are done well. The food is okay. The oxtail was better than expected and so were their shrimp and fries. I wasnt completely blown away to a point that i’d brag about it or urge people for the food but overall the experience was good

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