Best Restaurants in New Jersey

With Ratings and Reviews

The ratings and reviews of the best restaurants in New Jersey are intended for people who are looking for that exceptional dining experience to celebrate a special occasion, or perhaps you enjoy quality dining and are seeking out the best.

Best New Jersey Restaurants

Our rating and reviews of the top restaurants in New Jersey are based on the quality of the food, the ambiance, and the level of service, all criteria that are essential to experiencing that dining experience that separates a top rated restaurant from the rest of the crowd.

Of course, if you are looking for that exceptional dining experience, be prepared to pay more for these restaurants than others. The best restaurants incur higher costs to achieve their distinction and need to pass them on in the form of higher prices. It is for that reason that we have maintained our focus on the quality of the overall dining experience.

The Best Restaurants in New Jersey

Northern NJ

Cafe Matisse, Rutherford - Chef-owner Peter Loria, maitre de Larry Falcone, and pastry chef Paula Hayward, have teamed up to offer dinners a truly all around, memorable fine dining experience.

Restaurant Lorenas, Maplewood - This very small French BYOB located in the heart of Maplewood is considered by many diners to be the place to go for French cuisine.

Pluckemin Inn, Bedminister - A destination restaurant and an ideal place to celebrate a special occasion, or for business dining, people watching, or for a quiet dinner conversation. It's popular with 40 + upscale dinners who are willing to pay a high price for good food and good wine.

Saddle River Inn, Sadddle River - Set in a 19th century restored barn, diners have come to experience the "best in class food and service" in an old world, romantic, casual yet elegant ambiance.

Restaurant Serenade, Chatham - Upscale French - with an Asian accent – The restaurant, features its main dining room with two-story windows, a roaring fireplace in the winter months, soft-toned walls, dark-wood trim, contemporary artwork, attractive flower arrangements, and a cozy bar.

Central NJ

Daryl's Wine Bar And Restaurant, New Brunswick - This restaurant is popular with the new generation of upscale 25-50 aged fine dining enthusiasts who seek out exceptional food with fresh sustainable, organic or bio dynamic ingredients in a trendy setting.

Elements, Princeton - Known for it's intrepative American cuisine using locally grown, sustainable food products.

Restaurant Nicholas, Middletown - A destination restaurant aspiring to the highest levels of culinary art. The food ranges from sublime to divine. The service is first class and simple yet elegant surroundings offer the perfect setting for a meal of exquisite elegance.

Southern NJ

Ebbitt Room, Cape May - Located in the charming Virginia Hotel, with it's new Executive Chef Lucas Manteca, the kitchen has experienced a resurgence to it's former glory days.

Il Mulino, Atlantic City - The sister restaurant of the very popular Il Mulino New York opened in October 2008 and has quickly become a hit for diners looking for exceptional italian food.

SeaBlue, Atlantic City - Michael Mina, the famed chef from San Francisco, created one of the best seafood restaurants in New Jersey. Make sure you have the budget for it.