Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

4.3

1863 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for happy hour
Good for special occasions

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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bistro, American
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–8:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(973) 297-5855
Website
http://www.nicokitchenbar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Andrew Watterson
Catering
We can cater any event from breakfasts, lunches or dinners, private parties, corporate events, weddings or Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Private party facilities
NICO Kitchen + Bar is available for special events in our three private dining rooms for 20 to 200 guests.For details and menus:Kathy VermilyeKVermilye@ciemail.com

Location
One Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102
Neighborhood
Newark
Cross street
Mulberry Street
Parking details
NICO offers free parking with validation on non-show nights only (although not in conjunction with any NJPAC performance)
Public transit
Newark Light Rail - NJPAC . Please note: we are under construction and above ground lots are closed. Park in Military Park Garage and follow signs by the box office on how to enter Nico.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

coco mojito$13.00
koloa coconut rum, lime, mint
blueberry vodka smash$14.00
belvedere vodka, lime, blueberry, mint
ruby red gimlet$14.00
botanist gin, grapefruit, lime
passion-rita$15.00
patron silver, passion fruit, orange, lime
bourbon mule$13.00
high west bourbon, lemon, hibiscus, ginger
blue paradise$13.00
koloa rum, orange, pineapple, lime
the churchill$14.00
dewars scotch, sweet vermouth, orange
classic sidecar$14.00
nyak cognac, orange, lemon

Beers on Tap

local beers from Newark Local, Hoboken Brewing, Brix City, Cape May, and Brooklyn Brewery. ask your server for current selections

Beers Cans + Bottles

corona extra 4.6% abv$10.00
- bottle$10.00
yuengling lager 4.5% abv$9.00
- bottle$9.00
heineken lager 5% abv$10.00
- bottle$10.00
miller lite 4.2% abv$9.00
- bottle$9.00
pilsner urquell pilsner 4.4% Abv$10.00
- bottle$10.00
guinness stout 4.2% abv$11.00
- draught can$11.00
athletic run wild non-alcoholic IPA$9.00
less than 0.5% abv
- can$9.00

Wine by the Glass

avissi prosecco$13.00
- glass$13.00
chapoutier belleruch rosé$13.00
- glass$13.00
ruffino lumina pinot grigio$11.00
- glass$11.00
conundrum white blend$13.00
- glass$13.00
mcbride sisters sauvignon blanc$13.00
- glass$13.00
meiomi chardonnay$13.00
- glass$13.00
seasun pinot noir$13.00
- glass$13.00
highlands 41 "black granite red blend$12.00
- glass$12.00
hess shirtail cabernet sauvignon$13.00
- glass$13.00
domaine chandon brut$16.00
- mini split$16.00
moet & chandon imperial brut$33.00
- mini split$33.00

Non-Alcoholic

coke, diet coke, sprite, gingerale, lemonade$5.00
orange, cranberry, pineapple juice$6.00
coffee$5.00
saratoga still or sparkling water$9.00
- 1L bottle$9.00
tea$5.00
espresso, cappuccino, latte$6.00

What 1,863 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nico Kitchen & Bar in Newark offers a delightful dining experience with "great service" and "delicious food." Conveniently located for NJPAC events, guests appreciate the friendly staff, vibrant atmosphere, and tasty drinks. While some find the ambiance lacking, the "attentive servers" and memorable meals make it a local favorite.

1,863 Reviews

D
David
New Jersey
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pre-show meal was great! Food, service, ambiance was all very good! Server was personable and tho G’s came in a timely manner! Would recommend! Will return and eat here prior to a show again!
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Rosa
New York City
93 reviews
vip
5.0
93 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The last time I ate at this location (pre-Nico), it was noisy, and overpriced, with mediocre food and poor service. What a delight to be at Nico’s - lovely soft music, tables placed a comfortable distance from each other to minimize the noise, excellent and pleasant service, and good food at reasonable (by today’s standards) prices. Sorry I avoided coming here before an NJPAC performance for so long!
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Bill
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time to enjoy a warm cocktail experience with dinner to follow. Our servers were attentive, our dinner was tasty and the ambiance in the bar area felt like home.
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Cindy
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Warm and friendly welcome from the very professional, capable and energetic staff. Elegant, yet cozy, ambience. Our meals were superb.
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John
Atlantic City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Cheeseburgers were overpriced for a bland burger, forgot our drinks
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Paul
New York City
4 reviews
vip
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
This is only the second review I have left for a restaurant. We did not receive our dinner until waiting for one hour and twenty minutes. The steak tartar was not sliced, a chewy and poor quality cut of of meat…all for the bargain if $49. The wait staff was pleasant but inattentive. We attend the symphony but will never go to this restaurant again.
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Suzanne
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Reservation after Liz Cheney event. Food was delicious; service was efficient. Will return!!
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Barbara
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wait staff were extremely polite and attentive. The manager was very accommodating.
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Gail
San Francisco
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I wish Nico’s was closer to where I live. The staff were 105% helpful and friendly. One, in particular, Xiomara, helped me to decipher my electronic iPhone ticket. She went beyond good service with empathy. And our dinner was delicious.
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Irene
New Jersey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was fantastic The atmosphere was spectacular and the food was great Get there now!!
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FAQs

Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 297-5855.

Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark is rated 4.3 stars by 1863 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

One Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102

Additional information

Cross street
Mulberry Street
Neighborhood
Newark
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–8:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bistro, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
NICO offers free parking with validation on non-show nights only (although not in conjunction with any NJPAC performance)
Public transit
Newark Light Rail - NJPAC . Please note: we are under construction and above ground lots are closed. Park in Military Park Garage and follow signs by the box office on how to enter Nico.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Andrew Watterson
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.nicokitchenbar.com/
Phone number
(973) 297-5855
Catering
We can cater any event from breakfasts, lunches or dinners, private parties, corporate events, weddings or Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Private party facilities
NICO Kitchen + Bar is available for special events in our three private dining rooms for 20 to 200 guests.For details and menus:Kathy VermilyeKVermilye@ciemail.com

Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Cocktails

coco mojito$13.00

blueberry vodka smash$14.00

ruby red gimlet$14.00

passion-rita$15.00

bourbon mule$13.00

blue paradise$13.00

the churchill$14.00

classic sidecar$14.00

Beers on Tap

Beers Cans + Bottles

corona extra 4.6% abv$10.00

yuengling lager 4.5% abv$9.00

heineken lager 5% abv$10.00

miller lite 4.2% abv$9.00

pilsner urquell pilsner 4.4% Abv$10.00

guinness stout 4.2% abv$11.00

athletic run wild non-alcoholic IPA$9.00

Wine by the Glass

avissi prosecco$13.00

chapoutier belleruch rosé$13.00

ruffino lumina pinot grigio$11.00

conundrum white blend$13.00

mcbride sisters sauvignon blanc$13.00

meiomi chardonnay$13.00

seasun pinot noir$13.00

highlands 41 "black granite red blend$12.00

hess shirtail cabernet sauvignon$13.00

domaine chandon brut$16.00

moet & chandon imperial brut$33.00

Non-Alcoholic

coke, diet coke, sprite, gingerale, lemonade$5.00

orange, cranberry, pineapple juice$6.00

coffee$5.00

saratoga still or sparkling water$9.00

tea$5.00

espresso, cappuccino, latte$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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