Rare, the Steak House

Name: Rare, the Steak House
Address: 440 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ, United States, 07424
Telephone: (973) 256-6699
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1911 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Rare, the Steak House

4.7

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Little Falls

Make a booking

2 people

12 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 20 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem

Rated the Best Steakhouse in New Jersey, Rare in Little Falls is the perfect spot for a romantic dinner. Since 2007, Rare has specialized in prime, wet-aged beef cooked to your liking, paired with exceptional sides. Their menu also features classic Italian dishes from their partnership with Il Tulipano, along with expertly prepared lamb, veal, poultry, and fresh seafood entrées.

Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the curated cellar, offering the perfect pairing for any meal. Rare also boasts a spacious bar with specialty cocktails, ideal for unwinding after a long day. For an extraordinary dining experience, reserve your table and enjoy the Rare experience.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Italian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 16:00–22:00 Dinner Mon 16:00–21:00 Sat 16:00–22:30 Sun 15:00–20:00
Phone number
(973) 256-6699
Website
http://www.rarestk.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Dino Suriano
Catering
On premise available
Private party facilities
Private Rooms Available 6 days a week. Wine cellar and coach room upper level

Location
440 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ 07424
Area
Little Falls
Cross Street
Route 23
Parking details
private lot with Valet parking is available everyday
Public transit
NJ Transit and Little Falls train station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Fried Zucchini SticksUS$12.00
House Smoked SalmonUS$19.00
with Traditional Garnishes
Creamy BurrataUS$18.00
with Fresh Roasted Peppers
Warm Goat Cheese MedallionsUS$17.00
over Baby Greens
Lump Crab CakeUS$29.00
with Horseradish Tartar Sauce and Coleslaw
Fresh Clams "Tarantina Style"US$19.00
Steamed with White Wine, Butter & Seasoning
Fritto Misto of Calamari and ShrimpUS$19.00
French Onion SoupUS$11.00

Chilled Seafood

Seafood Platter
Seafood Platter of ½ Lobster, 2 Clams, 2 Oysters, Scallop, U6 Shrimp and 2oz. King Crab Leg
- ppUS$43.00
½ Dozen Clams on Half ShellUS$15.00
3 Colossal ShrimpUS$22.00
with Cocktail Sauce
Colossal Crabmeat CocktailUS$29.00
with Aurora Sauce
6 Chilled Blue Point OystersUS$18.00
with Cocktail Sauce
Half Maine LobsterUS$25.00
Stuffed with Crabmeat, Avocado and Celery Root Julienne

Salads

Iceberg LettuceUS$14.00
with House Roquefort Dressing
Belgian Endive and WatercressUS$14.00
with House Dressing
Mixed Tender GreensUS$14.00
with Homemade Red Wine Vinegar Dressing
Classic Caesar Salad of Romaine LettuceUS$15.00

Pasta

Spaghettini
with Classic Tomato and Basil Sauce
- AppetizerUS$14.00
- Main CourseUS$26.00
Penne Rigate
with Eggplant and Fontina Cheese "Our Creation"
- AppetizerUS$14.00
- Main CourseUS$26.00
Rigatoni Amatriciana
Made with Tomato Sauce and Homemade Pancetta
- AppetizerUS$14.00
- Main CourseUS$26.00
Homemade Pappardelle "Wide Noodles"
with Vodka Sauce and Green Peas
- AppetizerUS$14.00
- Main CourseUS$26.00
LinguineUS$27.00
with Traditional White Clam Sauce

Rare Steaks and Chops from The Grill

All of Our Steaks are Wet Aged for a Minimum of 21 Days. Add 6 oz. Lobster Tail to any of the below items $23; Blue Cheese and Portobello Mushroom Crust with Barolo Wine Sauce $9; "Giambotta" Long Hot Peppers, Mushrooms, Onions & Potatoes $9

Rare's Signature 48oz. Prime Angus Porterhouse Steak
- For TwoUS$125.00
60oz. Tomahawk Ribchop
- For TwoUS$132.00
26oz. Prime Angus Rib Chop "The Ultimate Cowboy Steak"US$64.00
14oz. Prime Angus Shell Steak on The BoneUS$48.00
12oz. Prime Angus NY SirloinUS$45.00
16oz. Prime Angus NY SirloinUS$50.00
10oz. Prime Filet MignonUS$51.00
14oz. Prime Pork ChopUS$39.00
16oz. Milk Fed Veal Rib ChopUS$46.00

Italian Classics From IL Tulipano

Jumbo Shrimp Marinara or Scampi StyleUS$33.00
"Battuta" Pounded Veal Chop PaillardUS$47.00
Topped with Chopped Arugula, Tomatoes & Onions
Classic Veal Chop MilaneseUS$47.00
Topped with Baby Greens
Oven Roasted Half Young "All Natural Murray's" ChickenUS$30.00
"All Natural Murray's" Chicken Breast MargheritaUS$29.00
with Artichokes, Olives, and Mozzarella in a Pizzaiola Sauce

Sides

Baked Macaroni and CheeseUS$12.00
Whipped PotatoesUS$12.00
with Crème Fraiche
Brussel SproutsUS$12.00
with Crispy Bacon
Traditional Creamed or Sautéed SpinachUS$12.00
Sautéed Mushrooms and OnionsUS$12.00
Broccoli RapeUS$12.00
Sautéed with Oil and Garlic
Frizzled OnionsUS$12.00
with Chipotle Dipping Sauce
Rare Fries TossedUS$12.00
with Truffle Oil and Parmesan Dust
Long Hot PeppersUS$12.00
Sautéed with Oil and Garlic or a Marinara Sauce
Baked PotatoUS$7.00

Featured Drinks

Pinot Grigio, Stella, Collio Friulano, (2020 Italy)
- GlassUS$9.00
- BottleUS$32.00
Gavi di Gavi – Principessa Gavi – Banfi, (2020 Italy)
- GlassUS$12.00
- BottleUS$46.00
Riesling, Chateau Ste Michelle, Columbia Valley, (2020 WA State)
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$38.00
Sauv. Blanc, Chateau Ste Michelle, Columbia Valley, (2021 WA State)
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$38.00
White Zinfandel, Beringer, (N/V CA)
- GlassUS$9.00
- BottleUS$32.00
Chardonnay Santa Carolina, (Vintage 2018 Chile)
- GlassUS$9.00
- BottleUS$32.00
Chardonnay – Newton "Skyside", Napa Valley (2018 CA)
- GlassUS$14.00
- BottleUS$54.00
Sauv. Blanc, Kim Crawford, New Zealand (Vintage 2021)
- GlassUS$12.00
- BottleUS$46.00
Rosé, Âme du Vin (Vintage 2020, France)
- GlassUS$12.00
- BottleUS$46.00

Sparkling Wines by the Glass

Prosecco, LaLuca, Extra Dry
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$38.00
Sparkling Wine, Veuve du Vernay, Brut
- GlassUS$9.00
- BottleUS$32.00

Red Wines by the Glass

Merlot, J. Lohr, (Paso Robles CA 2019)
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$36.00
Pinot Noir, Angeline, (Vintage 2020 CA)
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$36.00
Shiraz Greg Norman, (Australia Vintage 2017)
- GlassUS$9.00
- BottleUS$35.00
Chianti, Superiore Ruffino, (Vintage 2019 Italy)
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$36.00
Cabernet Sauvignon Liberty School, (CA 2019)
- GlassUS$11.00
- BottleUS$42.00
Malbec – Bousquet Reserve – Argentina 2020
- GlassUS$13.00
- BottleUS$48.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Josh, Healdsburg – (California 2018)
- GlassUS$13.00
- BottleUS$48.00
Pinot Noir, Hob Nob Vineyards (Vintage 2019)
- GlassUS$11.00
- BottleUS$42.00
Malbec – Don David, El Esteco – Argentina 2019
- GlassUS$12.00
- BottleUS$46.00
Valpolicella Ripasso, Bertani – (Vintage 2017 Italy)
- GlassUS$16.00
- BottleUS$62.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Hess "Allomi", Napa Valley (Vintage 2019 CA.)
- GlassUS$17.00
- BottleUS$66.00

Draft Beer

Guinness
Stella Artois
Blue Moon
Sam Adams Seasonal
Peroni Dogfish
60 Minute IPA

Bottle Beer

Heineken
Heineken Light
Miller Light
Coors Light
Peroni Budweiser
Corona
Stella Artois
Becks

Specialty Beer

Ommegang Witte Wheat Ale
Blvd Tank "7"

What 1,911 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Passaic
Best Overall
Passaic
Best Food
Passaic
Best Service
Passaic
Best Value
Passaic
Good for groups
Passaic
Neighbourhood gem
Passaic
Romantic
Passaic
Good for special occasions
Passaic
Lively
Passaic
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rare, the Steak House, impresses with its "outstanding" food and consistent service. Known for perfectly cooked steaks and delicious Italian dishes, diners rave about the "best calamari" and "excellent" service. While the atmosphere can be lively, it's an ideal spot for a memorable meal. Reservations recommended for a "wonderful" dining experience.

1,911 Reviews

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joel
New Orleans
19 reviews
vip
2.0
19 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
After several visits with another couple to this steak house we were “greeted” with a ‘no separate check’ policy. New manager, new policy. After we insisted, the manager grudgingly agreed. Then when we ordered our drinks and asked for bread we were told we could not have bread before we order our meals. New manager, new policy. The food was disappointing. My New York strip was tough and tasteless. My side of Brussels sprouts tasted like stewed cabbage, and my side of broccoli rabe was tasteless. The service was very good, but the management policies left a bad taste in our mouths. We will not return to this restaurant.
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Gary
Philadelphia
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time @ Rare, won't be our last. Went to Rare for a work dinner for 4. Greeted by James our server who proceeded to explain the specials, showed off the meat tray of the various cuts etc. All very nice quality. We got some apps to share; crab cake, shrimp, zucchini. Mains were filet, NY strip and porterhouse. The meats were tender and delicious and they include sauces if you prefer that. Overall the ambiance and food was great and would highly recommend
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johb
Atlantic City
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Service was high quality again its a good meal but places like eddie v riverpalm are at a way higher level
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Linda
New York City
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We have eaten there many times the past three years. We had not been there in at least six months as the last time we went the food was terrible. The food was much better this time. However it was very busy so it was noisy and the service took awhile. U would go back again though not as often .
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Tory
Tulsa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Rare is my favorite restaurant. I have been to many steak restaurants in the area, and Rare is top notch above them all. The staff remember you and say hi when you walk in. The food is fantastic. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of and valued. Always a good time!!
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Manny
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing best restaurant in NJ everything was amazing!
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Melanie
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and were celebrating my new job tonight and we’re not disappointed!!!! Drinks were spot on and our steaks and sea bass were cooked perfectly. Highly recommend the chocolate chip dessert!
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Daniel
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I ordered the Calamari for an appetizer and it was very good. I then ordered the Porterhouse steak for 2 and it was plenty. No need for any sauce, the meat was made perfectly and had a lot of flavor. I ordered the Thai chili Brussel sprouts and it was flavorful however there was too much sauce and the sprouts were very small. Overall the food and atmosphere was great and I would recommend.
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Charles
New York City
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A fantastic steakhouse with a number of great menu options for the non-meat eater. Impeccable service but a bit noisy for what should be a more refined experience.
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Mark
Caribbean
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hands down the best steak in the area. We try many steakhouses but when the family says we need a good steak we head to rare, because we know the quality and service are second to none.
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FAQs

Rare, the Steak House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 256-6699.

Rare, the Steak House is rated 4.7 stars by 1911 OpenTable diners.

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

Rare, the Steak House

4.7

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Little Falls

Make a booking

2 people

12 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

440 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ 07424

Additional information

Cross Street
Route 23
Area
Little Falls
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 16:00–22:00 Dinner Mon 16:00–21:00 Sat 16:00–22:30 Sun 15:00–20:00
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
private lot with Valet parking is available everyday
Public transit
NJ Transit and Little Falls train station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Dino Suriano
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.rarestk.com/
Phone number
(973) 256-6699
Catering
On premise available
Private party facilities
Private Rooms Available 6 days a week. Wine cellar and coach room upper level

Rare, the Steak House

Rare, the Steak House

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Fried Zucchini SticksUS$12.00

House Smoked SalmonUS$19.00

Creamy BurrataUS$18.00

Warm Goat Cheese MedallionsUS$17.00

Lump Crab CakeUS$29.00

Fresh Clams "Tarantina Style"US$19.00

Fritto Misto of Calamari and ShrimpUS$19.00

French Onion SoupUS$11.00

Chilled Seafood

Seafood Platter

½ Dozen Clams on Half ShellUS$15.00

3 Colossal ShrimpUS$22.00

Colossal Crabmeat CocktailUS$29.00

6 Chilled Blue Point OystersUS$18.00

Half Maine LobsterUS$25.00

Salads

Iceberg LettuceUS$14.00

Belgian Endive and WatercressUS$14.00

Mixed Tender GreensUS$14.00

Classic Caesar Salad of Romaine LettuceUS$15.00

Pasta

Spaghettini

Penne Rigate

Rigatoni Amatriciana

Homemade Pappardelle "Wide Noodles"

LinguineUS$27.00

Rare Steaks and Chops from The Grill

Rare's Signature 48oz. Prime Angus Porterhouse Steak

60oz. Tomahawk Ribchop

26oz. Prime Angus Rib Chop "The Ultimate Cowboy Steak"US$64.00

14oz. Prime Angus Shell Steak on The BoneUS$48.00

12oz. Prime Angus NY SirloinUS$45.00

16oz. Prime Angus NY SirloinUS$50.00

10oz. Prime Filet MignonUS$51.00

14oz. Prime Pork ChopUS$39.00

16oz. Milk Fed Veal Rib ChopUS$46.00

Italian Classics From IL Tulipano

Jumbo Shrimp Marinara or Scampi StyleUS$33.00

"Battuta" Pounded Veal Chop PaillardUS$47.00

Classic Veal Chop MilaneseUS$47.00

Oven Roasted Half Young "All Natural Murray's" ChickenUS$30.00

"All Natural Murray's" Chicken Breast MargheritaUS$29.00

Sides

Baked Macaroni and CheeseUS$12.00

Whipped PotatoesUS$12.00

Brussel SproutsUS$12.00

Traditional Creamed or Sautéed SpinachUS$12.00

Sautéed Mushrooms and OnionsUS$12.00

Broccoli RapeUS$12.00

Frizzled OnionsUS$12.00

Rare Fries TossedUS$12.00

Long Hot PeppersUS$12.00

Baked PotatoUS$7.00

Featured Drinks

Pinot Grigio, Stella, Collio Friulano, (2020 Italy)

Gavi di Gavi – Principessa Gavi – Banfi, (2020 Italy)

Riesling, Chateau Ste Michelle, Columbia Valley, (2020 WA State)

Sauv. Blanc, Chateau Ste Michelle, Columbia Valley, (2021 WA State)

White Zinfandel, Beringer, (N/V CA)

Chardonnay Santa Carolina, (Vintage 2018 Chile)

Chardonnay – Newton "Skyside", Napa Valley (2018 CA)

Sauv. Blanc, Kim Crawford, New Zealand (Vintage 2021)

Rosé, Âme du Vin (Vintage 2020, France)

Sparkling Wines by the Glass

Prosecco, LaLuca, Extra Dry

Sparkling Wine, Veuve du Vernay, Brut

Red Wines by the Glass

Merlot, J. Lohr, (Paso Robles CA 2019)

Pinot Noir, Angeline, (Vintage 2020 CA)

Shiraz Greg Norman, (Australia Vintage 2017)

Chianti, Superiore Ruffino, (Vintage 2019 Italy)

Cabernet Sauvignon Liberty School, (CA 2019)

Malbec – Bousquet Reserve – Argentina 2020

Cabernet Sauvignon, Josh, Healdsburg – (California 2018)