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Steakhouse 85, New Brunswick, NJ

Steakhouse 85

4.8
4.8
4054 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 44 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
Steakhouse 85 is a 21st century rendition of the classic American Steakhouse. The menu at Steakhouse 85 is comprised of fresh and inspiring modern day interpretations of classic American cuisine, served alongside the traditional steakhouse classics we all know and love. The back bone of our menu is without a doubt our beef. Our mouth watering dry aged steaks are rubbed with a simple yet luscious combination of sea salt, black pepper and fresh herbs. They are seared on a 1200 degree cast iron grill and then broiled to your liking. Paired with a large classically designed bar, complete with savvy cocktails and a Wine Spectator award winning wine list, this steakhouse is sure to please.



Wine Spectator Award of Excellence

Official Steakhouse of Rutgers Athletics

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 247-8585
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Brian Karluk
  • Catering
    Please contact us for your off-site catering needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Steakhouse 85 is a 21st century rendition of the classic American Steakhouse. Visit https://www.steakhouse85.com/privatedining to inquire about private dining for you and your guests.
  • Neighborhood
    New Brunswick
  • Cross street
    George Street
  • Parking details
    We are located directly across the street from the Church Street Parking Deck. There is also metered parking surrounding the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The restaurant is just a one minute walk from the New Brunswick stop on the NJ Transit Northeast Corridor line.
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz Fridays and Saturdays 6 to 10 pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,054 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey

    Steakhouse

  • Middlesex

    Best Overall

  • Middlesex

    Best Food

  • Middlesex

    Best Service

  • Middlesex

    Best Ambiance

  • Middlesex

    Great for fine wines

  • Middlesex

    Romantic

  • Middlesex

    Good for special occasions

  • Middlesex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Steakhouse 85 is a standout dining destination in New Brunswick, offering "super fresh seafood and perfect beef." Guests rave about its "quiet, wonderful ambience," making it an ideal choice for special occasions. The attentive service, highlighted by exceptional staff members like Carlos and Lauren, ensures a memorable experience.

4,054 Reviews
  1. Manny

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and the food is even better. Bartenders are top notch and the ambience is great for a night out.

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  2. rishi

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best steakhouse in NJ and none other comes even a close second in comparison. The Boss in his RED Steakhouse 85 logo shirt, the staff simply amazing. Went with two kids and 6 adults and they treated us with so much patience with my allergies to seafood and my wife being a person who does not eat read meat ( go figure). The food you ask? OMG the bacon, the Calamari ( wife and friends who had it) and the Shrimp ( wife told me) just delicious and cooked to perfection along with the 40 Oz porterhouse ( medium) and my wife’s Veg Risotto layered with Cilantro Shrimp. Fabulassimo. Have lost count how many times I have been there but if you are in NJ, heck if are in NYC, this is where you should be coming if you like the Tomahawk, the Ribeye and baby the Porterhouse. Give you 400 out of 100. ❤️🎉🤗🎈🎂🥃👏🦌🎅 merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Happy New 2025 to the staff and personnel of Steakhouse 85.

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  3. Anne

    VIP

    New York City

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Made reservations weeks ago and still got seated in the bar area where it was quite noisy. Service is always good. Petite filet was a bit tough. Side dishes were just ok. Brownie desert was a little dry.

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  4. MARLENA

    VIP

    New York City

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and live entertainment. Date night menu is the best value on Mondays and Fridays

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  5. Carol

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place. This was actually a repeat visit, so not a real criticism, but just a note that the sirloin steak that I ordered yesterday was not cooked in my desired temperature, which is medium rare. It was a bit overdone, thus made it hard to chew. Everything else was great!

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  6. Barbara

    VIP

    New York City

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So happy they opened for lunch over the holidays. Steakhouse 85 has the best burgers! And a real treat to get a complimentary after dinner drink!

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  7. Robert

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently consistent !! Best steakhouse in Jersey !!

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  8. Zevi

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second anniversary in a row that we have been had a great time..  Paul, my waiter was great. Definitely will be back.

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  9. Peter

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always had an excellent time celebrating a family birthday.

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  10. Alesia

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went here for my husband birthday. Everything was great from start to finish. The food was amazing . We will differently be back

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FAQs

Steakhouse 85 does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

Steakhouse 85 is rated 4.8 stars by 4054 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 44 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Steakhouse 85

85 Church Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    George Street
  • Neighborhood
    New Brunswick
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We are located directly across the street from the Church Street Parking Deck. There is also metered parking surrounding the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The restaurant is just a one minute walk from the New Brunswick stop on the NJ Transit Northeast Corridor line.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Brian Karluk
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz Fridays and Saturdays 6 to 10 pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (732) 247-8585
  • Catering
    Please contact us for your off-site catering needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Steakhouse 85 is a 21st century rendition of the classic American Steakhouse. Visit https://www.steakhouse85.com/privatedining to inquire about private dining for you and your guests.
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