Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Watchung

15 restaurants available nearby

1. Fiorino

4.8

Exceptional(1841)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Summit

Booked 26 times today

A taste of Tuscany in downtown summit!!! The expertly prepared food at Fiorino is based on classic dishes of the Tuscany region. The atmosphere is relaxed-upscale, energetic, and friendly.

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2. Limani Seafood Grill

4.7

Exceptional(3525)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Westfield

Booked 16 times today

Limani Seafood Grill in the beautiful town of Westfield, NJ features the freshest seafood dishes, steaks, rack of lamb, live lobsters from the tank, whole fish and a great raw bar. At Limani its all about the food, not to mention the soothing, eye catching decor. Enjoy a romantic dinner, or a business luncheon, or impress your family and friends every time you visit us. Plate presentation, freshness, combined with friendly professional service will impress you and your guests with every visit. Bring your favorite wine and enjoy the best seafood around. If planning a party or a special event call us for a customized menu and we will help plan your on or off premises catered affair.Open six days for lunch, dinner, private parties and take outs. Reservations strongly recommended. We look forward to seeing you soon.

3. Steakhouse 85

4.8

Exceptional(4030)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • New Brunswick

Booked 39 times today

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 ExcellenceOfficial Steakhouse of Rutgers Athletics

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4. Seasons 52 - Bridgewater

4.8

Exceptional(3522)

Price: Expensive

• American • Bridgewater

Booked 83 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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5. Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

4.2

Awesome(2559)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Short Hills

Booked 37 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

6. Chez Catherine

4.9

Exceptional(1071)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Westfield

Booked 3 times today

Chez Catherine is consistently rated one of the Best French Restaurants in New Jersey. It provides a wonderful dining experience from the warm greeting when you enter to the last sip of wine. This mainstay of Westfield, NJ for the last 38 years delivers quality cuisine and impeccable service. The owner, Stephane Bocket was born in Dunkerque, France. Stephane was the Maitre d'Hotel for 12 years before purchasing Chez Catherine in 2016. His career spans many years at Alain Ducasse's restaurants in NYC and France and before that in a number of other restaurants throughout France.The Chef de Cuisine is Christine Migton. Christine graduated from the Culinary Institute of America. Her dishes revisit traditional French cuisine but use different flavors and tastes. She works to provide lighter and healthier ingredients wherever possible while maintaining that special French touch.

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7. Redstone American Grill - Bridgewater

4.6

Exceptional(1696)

Price: Expensive

• American • Bridgewater

Booked 16 times today

From the moment you walk into Redstone, you know you’re in for a truly special experience. Each guest is warmly greeted at the door with a genuine smile. The people here are glad to see you and it shows. As you pass the cozy fireplace and take in the view of the bustling bar, you know you’ve arrived.Online ordering now available at www.redstonegrill.com!Dining at Redstone is so much more than a delicious meal; it’s a memorable experience – from the carefully selected music to the first class service.Redstone features a wood-burning grill, rotisserie and an open exhibition kitchen where our signature steaks, chops, chicken and the freshest seafood available are creatively prepared.The rugged yet romantic atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, an intimate dinner, a business lunch or Sunday brunch.Adventurous and uncompromising, Redstone’s attention to detail is evident in our commitment to making everything from scratch and to our relentless pursuit of total guest satisfaction.

8. Le Malt Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(766)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Woodbridge

Booked 12 times today

"At Le Malt, food makes an appearance, but cocktails rule" - NY Times.Le Malt Lounge, a trendy Whisky & cocktail restaurant & bar, is located in the heart of New Jersey featuring the largest selection of brown spirits with over 1,000 bottles to choose from.The restaurant has soaring interiors with a refined, yet approachable menu by our James Beard Foundation featured Chef Duke Estime. Also, featuring a thoughtfully-curated spirits program celebrating the great regions of the world, alongside innovative and classically-focused cocktails.

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9. Catherine Lombardi

4.8

Exceptional(2377)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • New Brunswick

Booked 19 times today

Upscale Italian restaurant with homey fare & 2 fireplaces plus a cozy red interior & lively bar.Serving Menus from Stage Left Steak & Catherine Lombardi in the Same Dining Room Mondays-Saturdays. Spring and Summer months seating will be in Stag Left Steak. Fall and Winter in Catherine Lombardi

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10. Garlic Rose Bistro - Cranford

4.8

Exceptional(796)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Cranford

Booked 9 times today

Garlic Rose Bistro in Cranford is a hotspot for contemporary Italian cuisine, known for its unique casual bistro vibe and the use of garlic as a main ingredient. It's loved for its fresh, rustic Italian bread, garlic rose dip, and warm garlic bulbs served straight away. Customers rave about the excellent service, outstanding food, and great atmosphere. It's also lauded for being vampire-friendly, catering to those who don't like garlic.

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5.0
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Date night menu was excellent. Server was attentive but not overly so. Great value for the money. Can't wait to go back
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5.0
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Amazing food and great service. One of the best spots in NY for a special dinner. Lower level is definitely busier and more energetic. Prices are off the charts, but food is always spot on.
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Helenevip
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5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fiorinos is our neighborhood gem. I have been a regular for almost 30 years. The food and service are consistently top notch. The decor is attractive and welcoming and as is the staff and the owners.
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FiorinoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Summit
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Elizabeth
Minneapolis - St. Paul •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent service, food and ambiance as always at Odeon.
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4.8
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Angelavip
Tampa / Central Florida West •31 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Server Haque M. made it a great experience. Food quality is excellent. Presentation is great. View is unparalleled.
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4.4

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Fiorino

2. Limani Seafood Grill

3. Steakhouse 85

4. Seasons 52 - Bridgewater

5. Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

6. Chez Catherine

7. Redstone American Grill - Bridgewater

8. Le Malt Lounge

9. Catherine Lombardi

10. Garlic Rose Bistro - Cranford

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