new jersey dining

When discussing food in New Jersey, the usual suspects come up: pizza, bagels, and Taylor Ham. However, NJ has no shortage of legendary burgers to choose from. Whether it’s places

Al Basha Palestinian Restaurant has stood the test of time in Paterson, offering authentic Middle Eastern food, generous portions, and a welcoming, community-driven atmosphere.
These New Jersey restaurants set the mood for unforgettable date nights, Valentine’s dinners, and special occasions—chosen for atmosphere, confidence, and food that actually delivers.
We spent a year eating across the Garden State to identify the 30 best restaurants in New Jersey for 2025—no paid spots, just excellence.
Sam’s Table in Montclair is a family-run, vegetable-forward restaurant led by Chef Sam Stymest. With a focus on local ingredients and seasonal menus, it delivers refined dishes in an intimate

Lobster comes butter-poached, set on top of a coral butter risotto. There’s a rich shellfish sauce poured over, not too much, just enough to shine. Despite being completely shelled, the

I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect when I headed over to Carlo’s Bake Shop in Hoboken for a visit. Yes, that Carlo’s Bake Shop—the setting of the famous TLC

Ocean Casino Resort has expanded its dining offerings with the addition of two new restaurants from acclaimed restaurateur Stephen Starr. Chez Frites, a modern French steakhouse, and Sunny’s, a casual

A honey-lacquered pork chop, decorated with cartoonishly perfect grill marks which hatch along the glossy surface, and toothsome spirals of lemony pasta, tossed with artichokes and torn mint, might initially

Each year, Crystal Springs Resort in Hamburg, NJ hosts the revered New Jersey Wine & Food Festival, featuring dozens of renowned chefs, industry leaders and an array of events for