Washington House Restaurant

4.6

1608 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 17 times today

Charming
Good for groups
Neighborhood gem

Full-Service indoor dining is offered in our dining rooms and bar from Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am - 10 pm and Sunday, 11 am - 9 pm. Our tent is open for regular dining, Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am - 10 pm and Sunday, 11 am - 9 pm. The tent remains a perfect spot for groups and families.
Reservations are recommended for both dining options. Please note, all parties must be seated within 15 minutes of the reservation time.
Remember takeout is a great option! Our full menu is available to go including our signature cocktails, beer, and wine! See our website for further details and full menu options - www.washingtonhouserestaurant.com.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Burgers
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(908) 766-7610
Website
http://www.washingtonhouserestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Eloy Leonor
Catering
Please contact us by email (gm@washingtonhouserestaurant.com) for more information about our catering services.
Private party facilities
Please contact us by email for more information about events. Send your inquiry to gm@washingtonhouserestaurant.com.We look forward to talking with you!

Location
55 South Finley Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Neighborhood
Basking Ridge
Cross street
Henry St
Parking details
One private lot (on left-hand side of Henry St.) dedicated to guest parking and plentiful on-street parking.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Brussels Sprouts$8.00
with coconut
Whipped Potatoes$8.00
Citrus or Parsley Risotto$8.00
French Onion Soup$9.00
Gruyere, herb crouton
NE Clam Chowder
Herb crouton, Micro Greens
Bavarian Pretzel$15.00
pommery mustard and house-made horseradish cheese sauce
White Bean Dip$16.00
Cucumber slices & Baby Carrots, Tortilla Chips (chips not vegan)
Washington Sliders$20.00
Choice of Cheese, French Fries
Fried Calamari$18.00
Spicy Remoulade*, Marinara, lemon
Lobster Thermidor Toast Points$16.00
Main lobster tail, melted gruyere cheese, fresh dill
Oysters
Northern East Coast Varieties- Ask your server for daily selection (maximum of 24 per person, per visit)
Avocado Salmon Tartare*$19.00
Trout roe, wasabi aioli, cilantro, ginger soy glaze, taro chips & sliced cucumbers
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare$19.00
Siracha mango aioli, scallion, avocado, taro chip & sliced cucumbers
Shrimp Cocktail$21.00
Lemon wedge, cocktail sauce
2 oz Trout Caviar$41.00
Served 3-4, Product of Denmark. Served with Toast Points, Creme Fraiche, Diced Red Onions

Salads

Caesar$15.00
Organic Romaine, Imported Parmesan, Crostini, Traditional Dressing
House Chop$16.00
Organic romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, Bermuda onions, shaved imported parmesan, garbanzo beans, red wine honey dressing
Roasted Beet & Burrata$19.00
Roasted red & golden beets, organic field greens, Bermuda onions, port wine reduction
Blackened Chicken & Farro*$20.00
Organic kale, avocado, grape tomatoes, garbanzo beans, jack & cheddar cheese, Meyer lemon citrus vinaigrette
The Martha$20.00
Grilled chicken, organic mixed greens, tomatoes, chopped egg, blue cheese, bacon, avocado, balsamic vinaigrette

Salad Additions (Grilled or Blackened)

Chicken$8.00
Salmon$14.00
Yellowfin Tuna$15.00
Filet Mignon`$15.00
U10 Shrimp (3)$15.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

Grilled Chicken Sandwich$22.00
Sliced Avocado, arugula, tomato, brioche toast, basil aioli, French fries or Caesar Salad
Southwestern Black Bean Veggie Burger$22.00
topped with sliced avocado, avocado fries & spicy aioli (contains eggs)- Sub lettuce for bun= vegan
Classic Burger$17.00
Organic iceberg, tomato, choice of cheddar, bleu, swiss, gruyere or American cheese, French fries or Caesar salad
Washington Burger$21.00
Secret sauce, smoked bacon, gruyere cheese, grilled onion & organic romaine, French fries or Caesar salad
Asian- Style Salmon Burger$24.00
Miso, shitake mushrooms, wasabi aioli, avocado fries or Caesar salad

Burger Additions

Cheese$1.00
Caramelized Onions$1.00
Pickled Jalapenos$1.00

Entrees

Roasted Boneless Chicken$34.00
grilled saffron-infused yukon gold potatoes, sautéed asparagus, natural sauce
Hatfield Reserve French-Cut Pork Chop$38.00
served blackened, herb-roasted potato batons, roasted asparagus & mango relish
Fish & Chips$27.00
Hand-battered cod, French fried, tartar sauce, lemon wedge
Scottish Salmon$35.00
Citrus risotto, sautéed spinach, Meyer lemon
Crab Cakes$35.00
Whipped potatoes, sautéed spinach, Pommery mustard dill sauce
Sesame-Crusted Tuna$36.00
Jasmine rice cake, sautéed baby bok choy, Thai coconut sauce
Boom-Boom Shrimp$36.00
Vermicelli rice noodles, mixed Asian vegetables, ginger Thai coconut sauce
Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl (served raw, sushi grade tuna)$36.00
Coconut jasmine rice, avocado, cucumbers, fava beans, scallions, crispy noodles, sesame soy sauce, siracha mango aioli
Pan Seared Sea Scallops
Sugar snap peas, bacon lardons, lemon mashed potatoes, herb salad garnish
Braised Short Rib Tacos$27.00
Charred pineapple relish, siracha mango aioli, micro greens, corn tortillas
Filet Mignon Tips$36.00
Mushroom medley, parsley risotto, madeira sauce
Frikadeller$38.00
Yukon gold whipped potatoes, braised red cabbage, Danish brown sauce
14 oz Black Agnus New York Strip$47.00
Roasted leek & parsnip puree, haricot verts, citrus herb butter
8 oz Beef Tenderlion$49.00
Truffle whipped potatoes, haricot verts, béarnaise sauce

Holiday Specials (12-10 to 1-12)

Shrimp Bisque $10.00
puff pastry croutons, micro greens (cup 10 / bowl 13) - available to take out in Pints and Quarts
Special Fennel & Persimmon Salad GF$20.00
organic baby arugula, shaved fennel, candied pecans, goat cheese, passion fruit maple vinaigrette
Weisswurst Platter $38.00
sauteed fingerling potatoes with bacon, Swedish sauce
Pan-Roasted Wild Halibut $45.00
potato galette, sauteed spinach, caper beurre blanc sauce
Pan-Roasted16 oz Milk-Fed French Cut Veal Chop $55.00
aligoté potatoes, sauteed broccoli rabe, porcini mushroom sauce
20 oz Bone-In Ribeye Steak $68.00
aligoté potatoes, grilled asparagus, merlot herb butter
Pot de Crème $15.00
apple compote, cinnamon cream

What 1,608 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Somerset
Great for brunch
Somerset
Kid-friendly
Somerset
Good for groups
Somerset
Great for outdoor dining
Somerset
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Washington House Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with a "beautiful setting" and "delicious" food. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and the charming outdoor tent area. The menu features seasonal and creative dishes, with standout items like the filet mignon tips and crab cakes. Ideal for both casual meals and special occasions, Washington House is a beloved local favorite.

1,608 Reviews

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Lori
Philadelphia
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
We had a party of seven and were seated in the white tented area behind the restaurant. The banquet dining room was not even filled with people, yet the noise level was extremely loud. It was very cold in that dining area for the entire time we were there. I wore my coat around my shoulders and my granddaughter was freezing for the entire meal. Service was great. Food was OK. Value for the money was not on par with the quality of the food. I would like to give this Restaurant another try in the future. However, I would prefer to be seated in the main restaurant area next time. Not the banquet area.
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Happy
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ambiance, service, food all excellent! Thank you.
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Robert
New York City
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Excellent all around. Service could have been a bit more attentive
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Barbara
New York City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Today 12/17, we ate in the outdoor facility. As the room filled, it was quite hard to hear the people at our table with all the other people in the room. It is Christmas celebration time and the room was very busy.
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Susan
VIP
New York City
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing restaurant. Excellent food and service. Love it in every way.
Washington House RestaurantResponded 6 days ago
So glad to hear it Susan!
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Ruth
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, drinks, and ambience were wonderful. A little loud, but all we’re having a good time! Service was great.
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Mandy
New York City
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful historical building. Food was excellent. Service was friendly, efficient, and quick. We will be back.
Washington House RestaurantResponded 6 days ago
Amazing feedback. Thanks!
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Lisa
New Jersey
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful atmosphere, food was good but on a salad where we added chicken very little chicken was on it, and it was a $30 salad.
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LUCA
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We were seating on the outdoor section, the temperature was very cold . The tent is not properly insulated and the heated floor is not enough .We sit down at 6.45PM and it was already cold but but 8 was really uncomfortable so I had the impression that since the room was almost empty they turned off the heating system. We had to wear jackets to stay and It was not just our table wearing it but also others tables.
Washington House RestaurantResponded 6 days ago
Luca- Thanks. We do not turn the heat off in the tent, even overnight and particularly when diners are present. We also encourage diners to bring a jacket, etc... This has been our protocol since we opened it in 2020. The tent does average 67-68 degrees, even on cold days. Appreciate your input. WH Team
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Janice
New York City
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and service was great. Was a great experience from beginning to end. The sesame tuna and tenderloin were superb. Apple crumb too and the fennel and persimmon salad. Don’t live in the area but if I did I would frequent this restaurant.
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Washington House Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (908) 766-7610.

Washington House Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1608 OpenTable diners.

Washington House Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 17 times today

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Google Map for Washington House Restaurant

55 South Finley Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Henry St
Neighborhood
Basking Ridge
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Burgers
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
One private lot (on left-hand side of Henry St.) dedicated to guest parking and plentiful on-street parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Eloy Leonor
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.washingtonhouserestaurant.com/
Phone number
(908) 766-7610
Catering
Please contact us by email (gm@washingtonhouserestaurant.com) for more information about our catering services.
Private party facilities
Please contact us by email for more information about events. Send your inquiry to gm@washingtonhouserestaurant.com.We look forward to talking with you!

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Washington House Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Oysters

8 oz Beef Tenderloin

Classic Burger

Appetizers

Brussels Sprouts$8.00

Whipped Potatoes$8.00

Citrus or Parsley Risotto$8.00

French Onion Soup$9.00

NE Clam Chowder

Bavarian Pretzel$15.00

White Bean Dip$16.00

Washington Sliders$20.00

Fried Calamari$18.00

Lobster Thermidor Toast Points$16.00

Oysters

Avocado Salmon Tartare*$19.00

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare$19.00

Shrimp Cocktail$21.00

2 oz Trout Caviar$41.00

Salads

Caesar$15.00

House Chop$16.00

Roasted Beet & Burrata$19.00

Blackened Chicken & Farro*$20.00

The Martha$20.00

Salad Additions (Grilled or Blackened)

Chicken$8.00

Salmon$14.00

Yellowfin Tuna$15.00

Filet Mignon`$15.00

U10 Shrimp (3)$15.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

Grilled Chicken Sandwich$22.00

Southwestern Black Bean Veggie Burger$22.00

Classic Burger$17.00

Washington Burger$21.00

Asian- Style Salmon Burger$24.00

Burger Additions

Cheese$1.00

Caramelized Onions$1.00

Pickled Jalapenos$1.00

Entrees

Roasted Boneless Chicken$34.00

Hatfield Reserve French-Cut Pork Chop$38.00

Fish & Chips$27.00

Scottish Salmon$35.00

Crab Cakes$35.00

Sesame-Crusted Tuna$36.00

Boom-Boom Shrimp$36.00

Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl (served raw, sushi grade tuna)$36.00

Pan Seared Sea Scallops

Braised Short Rib Tacos$27.00

Filet Mignon Tips$36.00

Frikadeller$38.00

14 oz Black Agnus New York Strip$47.00

8 oz Beef Tenderlion$49.00

Holiday Specials (12-10 to 1-12)

Shrimp Bisque $10.00

Special Fennel & Persimmon Salad GF$20.00

Weisswurst Platter $38.00

Pan-Roasted Wild Halibut $45.00

Pan-Roasted16 oz Milk-Fed French Cut Veal Chop $55.00

20 oz Bone-In Ribeye Steak $68.00

Pot de Crème $15.00

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