Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Newark

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1. Fornos of Spain

4.7

Exceptional(1886)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Newark

Booked 35 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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2. Swahili Village OTS

4.4

Awesome(359)

Price: Expensive

• African • Newark

Booked 8 times today

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3. Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

4.3

Awesome(1874)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newark

Booked 7 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.

4. Adega Grill

4.9

Exceptional(1172)

Price: Expensive

• Portuguese • Newark

Booked 21 times today

Adega Grill offers an extraordinary dining experience with its old world charm and warm, inviting ambiance. The lively bar scene is noted in the reviews, with customers highlighting the friendly and fun crowd nightly. The menu boasts an impressive selection of Portuguese/Spanish dishes, and the wine list with over 180 selections is a definite draw. The reviews consistently praise the great food, amazing ambiance, and excellent service, contributing to the vibrant and lively bar scene.

5. Casa de Paco

4.6

Exceptional(349)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Newark

Booked 7 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.

6. Sol-Mar

4.5

Awesome(149)

Price: Moderate

• Portuguese • Newark

Booked 8 times today

Sol-Mar is a vibrant bar scene because of its festive and fun atmosphere, as noted in the reviews. Customers rave about the great food, drinks, and ambiance. The restaurant's unique decor and atmosphere transport diners to Portugal, creating a lively and welcoming environment. The staff is also friendly and attentive, contributing to the overall vibrant and enjoyable atmosphere.

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7. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(29693)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 323 times today

Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties.Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.

8. BONDST

4.8

Exceptional(3187)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • NoHo

Booked 121 times today

BONDST, located in NoHo, is a trendy downtown restaurant with a warm minimalist interior design. The cuisine is new Japanese with European and Asian influences. BONDST is Citysearch's 2007 and 2008 audience award winner for Best Sushi in NYC, as well as the 2008 audience award winner for Best Martini in NYC.

9. Palma

4.9

Exceptional(3356)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 60 times today

Palma is nested on quaint Cornelia Street in the heart of Greenwich Village, with a hidden garden filled with fresh flowers in all seasons and a 200-year-old Carriage House for private dining in an elegant yet warm setting. White Stucco walls, beamed ceilings, a salvaged chestnut door & a beautiful garden with ivy-covered walls create an atmosphere where people relax and enjoy life with food and wine. Palma is an organic Italian restaurant, offering a taste of Italian clean food since April 2001. We stay true to generations of our family's cherished recipes and techniques. Our ingredients arrive fresh each day from Palma's garden and local markets. The menu highlights housemade pastas, fresh seafood and seasonal produce.

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10. Legasea Bar & Grill

4.4

Awesome(1739)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Midtown West

Booked 115 times today

Legasea Bar & Grill is a lively spot with a vibrant bar scene, as per reviews. It's described as a place to 'meet and talk', with a 'vibe' that many enjoy. The bar area is right next to the dining area, creating a fun, bustling atmosphere. The menu offers specialty cocktails and a wide selection of beers, contributing to its vibrant bar scene.

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TiffanyVIP
Philadelphia County •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent as always. Excellent food, excellent service, just excellent🤗
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Fornos of SpainPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Newark
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4.7
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Niraj
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
One of my favorite restaurants! Love the paella and the shrimp in garlic butter. It’s always such a lively and fun vibe.
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Casa de PacoPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Newark
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4.6
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AmyVIP
Cincinnati / Dayton •12 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Friendly staff, very slow drinks from the bar when the dining room wasn’t even a 1/4 full. Delicious food and dedicated teamwork.
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Swahili Village OTSPrice: Expensive• African• Newark
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4.4
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Sharon
New York City •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Lovely meal but very noisy! Hope you can do something about the noise.
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Nico Kitchen & Bar - NewarkPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newark
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4.3
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john
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Always a wonderful experience. The staff is wonderful, the food excellent, and the atmosphere is lovely. It was a wonderful way to celebrate the holidays and our team.
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Adega GrillPrice: Expensive• Portuguese• Newark
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4.9

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181 restaurants available nearby

1. Fornos of Spain

2. Swahili Village OTS

3. Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

4. Adega Grill

5. Casa de Paco

6. Sol-Mar

7. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

8. BONDST

9. Palma

10. Legasea Bar & Grill

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