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1850 Church Indoor / Outdoor Bars - Dining - A Salute, Matawan, NJ

A Salute

4.4
4.4
430 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Great for outdoor dining
VOTED #1 FOR BEST ITALIAN FOOD ON THE EAST COAST BY BAYCITIZEN.ORG!!!


A Salute is an Italian restaurant & full service cocktail bar located in an 1850 Church on Main Street in Matawan, NJ (Three minute walk from train station). The 170 year old building has kept its character and warmth to provide a comfortable setting for families and friends to enjoy a great lunch or dinner. Outdoor dining with a full service bar and oversized patio.

Karaoke every Friday Night!

Lunch Available daily from 11:30-3:30pm. Happy Hour daily from 3:00pm-6:00pm featuring 1/2 off drinks and select appetizers. Dinner begins at 4:00pm.

We are now offering a $60 pp Family Style Dinner, 7 Days a week, incl. holidays. Minimum 2 ppl required. Kids 10 and Under Eat Free!


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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30–00:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (732) 566-0267
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Nick Freire
  • Catering
    Catering Available All Year, everyday.
  • Private party facilities
    Indoor / Outdoor Parties
  • Area
    Matawan
  • Cross Street
    North st
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    A quick walk from the Aberdeen/Matawan Train Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Weekday Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 16:00 - 18:00
    Please come join us for our weekday Happy Hour from 3pm-6pm! 1/2 PRICE WINE, BEERS AND COCKTAILS. Select appetizers HALF OFF!!! Available at our Bar Area Monday- Friday!

    Weekday Happy Hour photo
  • New Lunch Menu!

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Sat - 11:30 - 15:30
    Come try our new lunch menu, offered Monday-Saturday 11:30 am - 3:30 pm! You won't be disappointed!

    New Lunch Menu! photo
  • $60 Per Person Family Style Dinner

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:30 - 19:45,Mon - Thu - 11:30 - 15:30, 15:30 - 20:45,Fri - Sat - 11:30 - 15:30, 15:30 - 21:45
    Offered 7 Days a Week | Tax and Gratuity Not Included | Children 12 and Under Included Includes: Wine, Sangria, & Draft Beer Cold Antipasto Baked Clams Fried Calamari Margherita Detroit Style Pizza Eggplant Parmigiana Penne Vodka or Rigatoni Pomodoro Skirt Steak Chicken Francese Coffee & Dessert

What 430 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
A Salute is an exceptional dining experience set in a charming, converted church. Guests praise its "exquisite food," attentive service, and "beautiful ambiance." The vibrant atmosphere is complemented by an outdoor patio and unique décor. While some noise and seating issues have been noted, the culinary artistry makes it "a must-visit."

430 Reviews
  1. Beth

    New York City

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to A Salute and it did not disappoint! The food, service, and ambiance was well received. Our party of 8 (four couples) enjoyed dining here and all agree we will be back. Thanks for a wonderful dining experience.

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  2. Jorge

    New York City

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was just okay, our waiter was attentive and they need a sound barrier between the lounge area and dining area. I was listening to club music and Frank Sinatra and the same time.

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  3. Michael

    New Jersey

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Atmosphere, food and staff were amazing . I definitely would suggest for date night, family dinner or friends get together.

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  4. ELIZABETH

    New York City

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing venue (converted church - wow) only surpassed by excellent food - best fried calamari, Lucious eggplant parm, inventive menu, nice wine selections! And excellent service (thank you Daniella)! Looking forward to sampling their new dinner specials!!

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  5. nancy

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service was fantastic Cannot wait to go back

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  6. Kathryn

    West Palm Beach

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a beautiful setting with impeccable service. The food was beyond expectations and the staff made the birthday celebration even more special!!

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  7. Tracy

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely phenomenal all around. Food. Service. Ambiance. Our first time and would definitely go back

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  8. Dawn

    New York City

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 16 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved it, beautiful place and great food.

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  9. Sheila

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun lunch with friends at A Salute. Service was excellent, menu was extensive and everything was great at a reasonable price. Nice atmosphere with various seating options - we sat in the "church" from 1850! Thank you for your hospitality.

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  10. Frankie

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They offered a family style dinner and the food just kept coming out. All the wine beer & sangria was included and it was only $60 per person. We all loved it and will be coming back. Service and ambiance was excellent as well.

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FAQs

A Salute does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. A Salute also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 566-0267.

A Salute is rated 4.4 stars by 430 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for A Salute

74 Main St, Matawan, NJ 07747-2629

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    North st
  • Area
    Matawan
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30–00:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    A quick walk from the Aberdeen/Matawan Train Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Nick Freire
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (732) 566-0267
  • Catering
    Catering Available All Year, everyday.
  • Private party facilities
    Indoor / Outdoor Parties
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