Restaurants near Garden State Convention Center

59 restaurants available nearby

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1. Uncle Tanks Kitchen and Bar

4.7

Exceptional(71)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • South Bound Brook

Booked 3 times today

Somerset's favorite locally owned eatery! Burgers, Wings, Sandwiches, Fancy Fries, homage desserts and a full bar. Join us for lunch or dinner. Come watch the games here and have a great meal with family & friends. Classic Americana pub fare and a friendly staff will make your visit excellent.

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2. The Martinsville Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(788)

Price: Expensive

• American • Martinsville

Booked 36 times today

The MARTINSVILLE TAVERN Featuring American cuisine and Euro-Pub classicsOpen for Lunch & Dinner 7 days a weekBar opens early and closes lateVibrant bar atmosphereRustic chic dining areaFriendly, knowledgeable & attentive staffOffering Happy Hour Monday through Thursday 3pm-6pm- $5 select wines, sangriaPrivate party rooms available from 25-100 guestsCatering services available on & off premises- Boutique Weddings- Birthdays & Anniversarys - Sweet Sixteens- Bar & Bat Mitzvahs- Bridal & Baby Showers- Rehearsal Dinners- Engagement & Graduation Celebrations- Bachelor & Bachelorette Parties- Repass GatheringsFull service bartenders/servers/chefsTent rentals & dance floorsDJ , bands , floral ar

3. Ovations

4.8

Exceptional(283)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • New Brunswick

Booked 2 times today

Outdoor dining available!In the heart of South Bound Brook, Ovations serves a unique culinary fusion featuring sumptuous American and Italian cuisines in its relaxing and friendly eatery. For starters, enjoy the jumbo coconut shrimp with sesame garlic sauce and the homemade rice balls, which display Ovations inventive aesthetic. Some of the house specialties include the pan seared scallops and shrimp with white wine sauce served over risotto, the braised boneless short ribs baked with port wine and plum tomatoes and the chicken Giardiniera with arugula, mozzarella, tomato, red onion and balsamic vinaigrette..

4. Sophie's Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(1718)

Price: Expensive

• French • New Brunswick

Booked 8 times today

We want Sophie's to be a place where one could have a good, hearty meal (comfort food), simple and unpretentious, at a fair price. Our goal is to produce an atmosphere where people can come for lunch, a full dinner, a late snack, a glass of wine or a big cup of coffee and feel comfortable and at home. Our menu is diverse enough for everyone, yet simple enough so the average person will not get overwhelmed with numerous menu choices and complications. Our basic premise is to provide quality food and good service at a fair price in an unpretentious atmosphere. The décor is modeled after classic French Bistros. French country antiques, large open shuttered windows, dark woods, soft pastel colors and walls covered with family pictures make Sophie's an intimate cozy environment

5. Cafe Venezia

4.8

Exceptional(634)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Martinsville

Booked 3 times today

At Cafe Venezia, we offer a distinctive dining experience where every guest is embraced as family. With a commitment to daily dinner specials, our culinary team boasts incredible expertise in crafting dishes from across Italy. Explore our formal dining area or enjoy greater flexibility in our separate private event space, accommodating up to 80 guests or 140 guests in the whole restaurant. We anticipate the pleasure of hosting you soon.

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6. da Filippo Autentica Cucina Italiana

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4.7

Exceptional(725)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Somerville

Booked 2 times today

The idea of master chef Filippo Russo is to bring the Italian culture of gastronomy to Somerville, New Jersey. Through his philosophy, Da Filippo's Ristorante is recognized by European patrons spanning as far east as Japan and Singapore. With his profound knowledge in the culinary field Filippo Russo is able to present a level of authenticity through his dishes, replicating his mother's recipes as...well as the environment Filippo was exposed to in Sicily.Over the years Da Filippo's Ristorante received numerous reviews from the New York Times, New Jersey Monthly Magazine and Zagat survey, The Star-Ledger and The American Academy of Restaurant and Hospitality Sciences. The most honorable recognition presentated to Filippo Russo is the Luigi Veronelli Award of Northern American fine Italian dining and Ignazio Miceli from Regaleali Winery Sicily. When guests arrive at Da Filippo Ristorante they are welcomed with European hospitality while finding themselves in a rustic ambiance

7. Social

4.3

Awesome(345)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Somerville

Booked 2 times today

Outdoor dining available!Social is a contemporary restaurant and lounge in Somerville that specializes in offerings that are perfect for sharing. With a regular menu and party menu, it is not difficult to solve those hunger pangs. With a full bar and a cozy atmosphere, Social is the ideal place for being “social.”The social sharing plates include classic favorites like calamari, boneless wings, as well as tasty homemade rice balls, and coconut shrimp. Hearty appetites will love the entrees including braised boneless short ribs, filet mignon and handheld options such as a grilled chicken sandwich & homemade burgers. Classic dishes with options for chicken, pasta, and seafood are also favorites. Lunch, dinner and evening entertainment are all great reasons to check out Social.

8. Dolce Bene

5.0

Exceptional(159)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bridgewater

Booked 6 times today

Parking is Available On-Site: Located in the back of the restaurant. Party sizes over 8 people must reach out to the restaurant directly for a reservation.

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9. Red Lobster - South Plainfield

3.9

Excellent(10)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Woodbridge

Booked 2 times today

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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10. Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2856)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • New Brunswick

Booked 47 times today

We are excited to bring our dream to a reality along with friends and family. We plan to share our love and knowledge of an industry that we are so passionate about and proud to be a part of in our hometown of New Brunswick. Here at Salt, we are creating a modern oyster bar with a hip vibe serving up a large variety of fresh local oysters, as well as oysters from around the US. We will offer a seafood inspired seasonal menu both in our casual bar and our elegant dining room. We will also offer many innovative dishes including a variety of local meats along with plenty of vegetarian options. We aim to create an inviting atmosphere for everyone with our warm décor and friendly staff. Our full bar will feature a variety of signature cocktails and revolving creative small plates. Chef Chris’ passion for food promises consistent exceptional quality and to awaken the palate with bold, fresh flavors in every bite!

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Kiki
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I have been going to Sophie’s for literally 20 years for special occasions. The food is consistently amazing, the servers are experienced and attentive, and the atmosphere is comfortable and beautiful. The owner, Peter, is amazing and friendly and often enhances the experience of eating here by stopping at the tables and chatting up the guests and offering a taste of his delicious liquor (I don’t know if he makes it or what but it’s amazing). Love this place and can’t say enough good things about it.
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Sophie's BistroPrice: Expensive• French• New Brunswick
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4.8
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DavidVIP
New York City •64 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a very good experience. The service was great including a special amendment to a dinner due to an allergy. The food was great. The lasagna in a skillet was delicious We will be back
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The Martinsville TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Martinsville
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4.8
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Suzanne
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 30, 2024
Once again, terrific dinner at Dolce! Always a great time - Bene and his staff are absolutely the BEST!!
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Dolce BenePrice: Moderate• Italian• Bridgewater
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KenVIP
New York City •39 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 27, 2024
Great bar food, friendly attentive service, and fun casual neighborhood place
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Uncle Tanks Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• Pub• South Bound Brook
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4.7
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Norma
New York City •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on Oct 21, 2024
The food was good. We had a party of 4. In all we had 5 meals. We wanted to have the homemade gnocchi to share as an appetizer, but they ended up not having it. We ended up sharing the lobster ravioli, which was good. For our entrees we had the seafood risotto, which was excellent, the cod special (which was good but very small piece of fish), chicken dish and the yellowfin tuna special (was just ok). Overall, we had a nice time and will go back if in the area
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OvationsPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• New Brunswick
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4.8

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59 restaurants available nearby

1. Uncle Tanks Kitchen and Bar

2. The Martinsville Tavern

3. Ovations

4. Sophie's Bistro

5. Cafe Venezia

6. da Filippo Autentica Cucina Italiana

7. Social

8. Dolce Bene

9. Red Lobster - South Plainfield

10. Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar

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