Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Lakewood

We got drinks before dinner at the bar. I recommend The Red Stilleto. We ordered all appetizers instead of entrees. The large seafood tower was good. Shrimp cocktail, with large shrimp, raw oysters, raw tuna, Cajun scallops. Then we got the charcuterie board. Sopressetta, cheeses, olives, two dips, we got oysters Rockefeller, lump crab cakes and fried calamari. They have baby chibatta breads with butter. Our waiter was awesome. Shout out to Nicholas! Was an awesome date night. The piano was a nice addition to the ambiance. Low lighting, quiet, elegant. My husband wore black slacks and a cable knit sweater, I wore a sweater dress with boots. Loved it. Will be back.

For me this was my perfect dining experience. Mood lighting but bright enough to read the tinniest print on the menu. Interesting menu options but not too out of left field. Good portion sizes but not too big where I couldn’t finish my plate. I left feeling stuffed and happy. Everything felt thoughtful and well cared for. I had almost lost hope in dining in NEO but after last night it’s good to know there are still restaurants that give a damn. Also shoutout to our server Bryan, he complimented me on mostly finishing my plate like a mother complements her well eating baby.

Nice variety of delicious appetizers- mussels and medjool dates were outstanding!! ... Many GF options. Great atmosphere and service. Will definitely return.

You cannot go wrong with anything you order at Bar Italia! We’ve been here a few times and it’s just amazing. Highly recommend the spicy vodka pasta and the short rib pesto arancini appetizer! Always enjoy the house sangria as well. Must try if you’re in the area!

Once again, my husband and I had a fabulous dining experience at Sarita!! The scallops were tender and succulent; the ostrich was flavorful and perfectly cooked. Our server was attentive and efficient. Well done, Tony and team!! You never disappoint! Charlotte & Rip Noble