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Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark, Newark, NJ

Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

4.3
4.3
1863 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for special occasions
Unwind from the grind at NICO, Newark's most relaxing space. Savor our American menu and the best fries you've ever had. NICO is the perfect place to meet up with friends after work, enjoy a pre-show meal before your NJPAC performance.. Our award-winning team is always here to bring you good times, great music, and delicious vibes.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Bistro, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Fri 11:30–20:00 Sat 15:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (973) 297-5855
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Andrew Watterson
  • Catering
    We can cater any event from breakfasts, lunches or dinners, private parties, corporate events, weddings or Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
  • Private party facilities
    NICO Kitchen + Bar is available for special events in our three private dining rooms for 20 to 200 guests.For details and menus:Kathy VermilyeKVermilye@ciemail.com
  • Area
    Newark
  • Cross Street
    Mulberry Street
  • Parking details
    NICO offers free parking with validation on non-show nights only (although not in conjunction with any NJPAC performance)
  • Public transit
    Newark Light Rail - NJPAC . Please note: we are under construction and above ground lots are closed. Park in Military Park Garage and follow signs by the box office on how to enter Nico.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,863 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nico Kitchen & Bar in Newark offers a delightful dining experience with "great service" and "delicious food." Conveniently located for NJPAC events, guests appreciate the friendly staff, vibrant atmosphere, and tasty drinks. While some find the ambiance lacking, the "attentive servers" and memorable meals make it a local favorite.

1,863 Reviews
  1. David

    New Jersey

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pre-show meal was great! Food, service, ambiance was all very good! Server was personable and tho G’s came in a timely manner! Would recommend! Will return and eat here prior to a show again!

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  2. Rosa

    New York City

    93 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    93 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The last time I ate at this location (pre-Nico), it was noisy, and overpriced, with mediocre food and poor service. What a delight to be at Nico’s - lovely soft music, tables placed a comfortable distance from each other to minimize the noise, excellent and pleasant service, and good food at reasonable (by today’s standards) prices. Sorry I avoided coming here before an NJPAC performance for so long!

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  3. Bill

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time to enjoy a warm cocktail experience with dinner to follow. Our servers were attentive, our dinner was tasty and the ambiance in the bar area felt like home.

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  4. Cindy

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Warm and friendly welcome from the very professional, capable and energetic staff. Elegant, yet cozy, ambience. Our meals were superb.

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  5. John

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Cheeseburgers were overpriced for a bland burger, forgot our drinks

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  6. Paul

    New York City

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    This is only the second review I have left for a restaurant. We did not receive our dinner until waiting for one hour and twenty minutes. The steak tartar was not sliced, a chewy and poor quality cut of of meat…all for the bargain if $49. The wait staff was pleasant but inattentive. We attend the symphony but will never go to this restaurant again.

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  7. Suzanne

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Reservation after Liz Cheney event. Food was delicious; service was efficient. Will return!!

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  8. Barbara

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wait staff were extremely polite and attentive. The manager was very accommodating.

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  9. Gail

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I wish Nico’s was closer to where I live. The staff were 105% helpful and friendly. One, in particular, Xiomara, helped me to decipher my electronic iPhone ticket. She went beyond good service with empathy. And our dinner was delicious.

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  10. Irene

    New Jersey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was fantastic The atmosphere was spectacular and the food was great Get there now!!

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FAQs

Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 297-5855.

Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark is rated 4.3 stars by 1863 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 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

One Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Mulberry Street
  • Area
    Newark
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Fri 11:30–20:00 Sat 15:00–20:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Bistro, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    NICO offers free parking with validation on non-show nights only (although not in conjunction with any NJPAC performance)
  • Public transit
    Newark Light Rail - NJPAC . Please note: we are under construction and above ground lots are closed. Park in Military Park Garage and follow signs by the box office on how to enter Nico.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Andrew Watterson
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (973) 297-5855
  • Catering
    We can cater any event from breakfasts, lunches or dinners, private parties, corporate events, weddings or Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
  • Private party facilities
    NICO Kitchen + Bar is available for special events in our three private dining rooms for 20 to 200 guests.For details and menus:Kathy VermilyeKVermilye@ciemail.com
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