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- MMikePhiladelphia County •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoAlways a good meal. In fact, I think they're very underrated for their food. Beer selection was light due to overwhelming demand for winter warmer and other seasonal beersMore infoIron Hill Brewery - NewarkPrice: Moderate• American• Newark•4.4
- JJaclynnVIPPhiladelphia County •18 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 18, 2024I was here with a business client and this was a great place to eat a business lunch. Two of the three of us had the special, which was rigatoni and chicken in a marsala sauce. It was very tasty.More infoTaverna Rustic Italian - NewarkPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newark•4.7
- KKristiePhiladelphia County •25 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 14, 2024We were welcomed the minute we came in the door. Everyone was friendly and accommodated my request for a table change ( I wanted near the front). Our waiter was attentive. The chef’s specials were delicious. I had scallops and a squash risotto. My husband had fresh seafood and vegetable pasta. Both portions were generous. The wine selections were excellent. We will definitely go back again.More infoCaffe GelatoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newark•4.4
- JJeannineVIPPhiladelphia County •10 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 4, 2024Decided to take my team here for our year end happy hour. Service was great overall - prompt, engaged and offered recommendations. Menu was expansive so lots of options. Everyone really enjoyed what they ordered - a solid bbq place with the added bonus of fun donuts! Even the burgers come on a donut bun! Only critique is pricing - prices are high. The brisket platter with two sides was $34.99 with four slices of brisket (1/4 lb). In Texas bbq places, this would have been $18 tops. With all the Main St options and being a college town, it may not survive at these prices. Definitely worth a visit though for quality bbq.More info322 BBQ | Hill Donut Co. & Pancake House - NewarkPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Newark•2.6
- NNirajPhiladelphia County •4 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 17, 2024Loved the food. My quesadillas were delicious! Everyone else loved theirs too.More infoSanta Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - NewarkPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Newark•4.2
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Newark, Delaware, is a vibrant location to visit for anyone looking for a wide variety of restaurants that cater to specific tastes. American food is still the primary staple in Newark, but the choices for international food are surprisingly vast for those new to the community. It is a great destination for a day trip that is home to several authentic Italian and Chinese establishments, but there are also multiple Mexican and Mediterranean eateries featuring everything from pulled chicken flauta to traditional moussaka. Traditional Japanese and Caribbean foods can also be found in Newark, ramen and oxtails being particular favorites. That is not to mention the seafood restaurants, local steakhouses, and pubs that offer casual dining in relaxed, scenic atmospheres for both locals and visitors.
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Healthy restaurants located in Newark include Vita Nova - University of Delaware, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington and La Casa Pasta
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Newark are Caffe Gelato, Home Grown Café and Vita Nova - University of Delaware
Bottomless brunch in Newark is available at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Wilmington, Vita Nova - University of Delaware and Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Bar - Newark
The most romantic restaurant in Newark is La Casa Pasta
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