Best Authentic Restaurants in Piscataway

25 restaurants available nearby

1. Sophie's Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(1710)

Price: Expensive

• French • New Brunswick

Booked 8 times today

We want Sophie's to be a place where one could have a good, hearty meal (comfort food), simple and unpretentious, at a fair price. Our goal is to produce an atmosphere where people can come for lunch, a full dinner, a late snack, a glass of wine or a big cup of coffee and feel comfortable and at home. Our menu is diverse enough for everyone, yet simple enough so the average person will not get overwhelmed with numerous menu choices and complications. Our basic premise is to provide quality food and good service at a fair price in an unpretentious atmosphere. The décor is modeled after classic French Bistros. French country antiques, large open shuttered windows, dark woods, soft pastel colors and walls covered with family pictures make Sophie's an intimate cozy environment

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2. Lukas's Seafood & Grille

4.4

Awesome(911)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Warren

Booked 3 times today

Lukas' Seafood-Steak-Bar is truly a family establishment - three brothers and a close family friend came together to bring Central New Jersey the freshest seafood and finest meats. Lukas' is the fourth restaurant Sonny and Roberto have opened together, both sharing the philosophy that only a truly authentic taste of Mediterranean cooking and culture would provide guests with an incomparable dining experience. Come join us for lunch, brunch, dinner, or happy hour at our full bar to see what delectable options we have to offer!

3. Cafe Venezia

4.8

Exceptional(632)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Martinsville

Booked 2 times today

Cafe Venezia is an authentic Italian restaurant. It's praised for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and consistently delicious food. Reviewers rave about the restaurant's home-made pasta and the staff's friendly, attentive service. The owners are described as going above and beyond to create a special dining experience for guests. It's a favorite among locals and visitors alike, and often hailed as one of the best Italian restaurants in the area.

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4. La Colina - Warren

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4.8

Exceptional(2)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Warren

Booked 10 times today

Our Mexican food is a journey through the culinary traditions of Mexico, where authentic flavors and fresh ingredients are the undisputed protagonists. Each dish is prepared with the care and dedication that traditional recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation deserve. From a tacos to the most sophisticated dishes, at La Colina you will find a range of the best options that will make you feel as if you were in Mexico itself.

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5. Victoria’s Tratta Italiano

4.2

Awesome(97)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Brunswick

Booked 1 time today

Victoria’s Tratta Italiano, formerly known as Panico’s, has always been known for its classic and innovative Italian cuisine. With our authentic, wood burning, brick oven pizza, we bake some of the best pizza in Middlesex County alongside our hand-crafted specialty pies and a large menu of casual Italian favorites.

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6. Luca's Ristorante of Somerset

4.8

Exceptional(1162)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • New Brunswick

Booked 9 times today

If you are seeking not just a great meal, but a great dining experience, you need look no further than Luca’s Ristorante Somerset. Tucked away on Rt. 27 between Princeton and New Brunswick, Luca’s Somerset is an oasis of authentic regional Italian cuisine. Offering modern adaptations of traditional dishes from Ischia, here you can enjoy hand-cut ravioli stuffed with Chef Andrea’s latest mouth-watering combinations, a selection of fish entrees so fresh that they evoke the Mediterranean Sea, or a filet of such quality that it is paralleled only by the accoutrement that accompany it. Our dining room décor is uniquely Ischitana, and goes to show that here at Luca’s Somerset, we understand that the difference is in the details. When you are done with it all, take in the cozy setting with a delicious dessert made from scratch, and the perfect cup of locally micro-roasted espresso or cappuccino. So please, be our guest.

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7. Hills of Herat-Basking Ridge

4.7

Exceptional(209)

Price: Moderate

• Afghan • Basking Ridge

Booked 11 times today

Our famous Kebabs and Steaks, savory Lamb Chops, tender Lamb Shanks, mouthwatering pressure-cooked Dopiaza and Chicken Qorma, flavorful rices, delicious Ashak and Mantu dumplings, crispy freshly baked Bread and all other menu items are prepared from natural ingredients.Hills of Herat is a family owned and operated restaurant, bringing authentic Afghan cuisine to Martinsville, New Jersey. We understand the value of a warm atmosphere and a home cooked meal, and take pride in making each customer our guest as we share a piece of our culture. Rich in flavor and quality, all of our food is prepared fresh and with care. We believe that health is the ultimate wealth and make sure that our dishes are prepared from the highest quality ingredients from trusted suppliers. We are committed to bringing you the most delicious and freshly made dishes infused with traditional herbs and spices.

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8. Meximodo - Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar

4.5

Awesome(822)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Colonia

Booked 115 times today

Official Guinness World Record Title Holder for Most Tequilas/Mezcals at a bar-restaurant in the world!Meximodo is where the roots of classic Mexican cooking are always respected and our modern twists blossom into a fresh, new culinary experience. Located centrally within Metuchen’s plaza, we’re the beating corazón of fun and flavor in town. We’re excited to welcome you into our casa!Most of our ingredients are locally sourced right here in the Garden State. Combining traditional techniques and powerful bold flavors, every dish brings you on a journey through Mexico.We had to go big or go home. Boasting the world's largest tequila selection, our expert mixologists have every tool to craft cocteles made to savor.Whether it’s a fun date night, drinks with friends, or a meal out with the family, Meximodo’s vibrant and warm atmosphere is here to welcome all.

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9. Char Steakhouse - Raritan

4.7

Exceptional(3419)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Bridgewater

Booked 22 times today

Finally, a New York style atmosphere and experience crosses the Hudson to Central Jersey. Char Steakhouse's innovative cuisine features only the finest cuts of Dry Aged and Prime Beef with fish delivered fresh daily. Guests will dine by landscaped views revealed by towering windows. Mahogany wood walls and ceiling treatments create an authentic steakhouse environment rivaled by none in the New Jersey dining scene. Unique features include four modern fireplaces that are the first of their kind, a curved wall of water that rains serenity in the aptly named Rain Room. Guests can enjoy 7 cuts of the finest quality dry aged beef or snack on oysters and colossal blue crab from our premier raw bar. Seating in the lounge is offered on a first come first serve basis or party goers can reserve arched custom booths for up to twelve. Our highly trained and experienced staff exhibit warmth and hospitality in welcoming Char's guests home. All of this at a prices you never thought possible.

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10. Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(894)

Price: Moderate

• Cuban • New Brunswick

Booked 6 times today

Serafin Sarduy brings fun to New Brunswick with the fusion of Cuban and Latin cuisine. Esquina Latina offers a chiq restaurant and lounge atmosphere known for their tapas and authentic Sangrias. Weekend entertainement with live bands and late night dj's. Eat Drink Dance.

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Michael
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was excellent. The bread was a little hard, but otherwise everything was great.
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Victoria’s Tratta ItalianoPrice: Moderate• Italian• New Brunswick
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4.2
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Scott
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We have been going to Sophie's Bistro in Somerset, NJ since 2002 when it opened. In all that time, the superb quality of the food has been totally consistent, a remarkable achievement. The menu offers a rich assortment of traditional French dishes, each one truly excellent. The setting inside is lovely, too, and the service and staff could not be better.
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Sophie's BistroPrice: Expensive• French• New Brunswick
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4.8
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denise
New York City •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
FOOD WAS FANTASTIC AND THE WAITERS WERE POLITE we did not have to wait for anything we asked them for
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Lukas's Seafood & GrillePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Warren
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4.4
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michael
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
Owners and service could not be more attentive. Food excellent, all 4 meals and apps great. BYOB. Make the reservation.
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Cafe VeneziaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Martinsville
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4.8
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CHRISTIAN
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 25, 2024
The staff and food were excellent. Bartenders make great drinks. The atmosphere was great too. Will come back for sure.
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La Colina - WarrenPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Warren
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4.8

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Sophie's Bistro

2. Lukas's Seafood & Grille

3. Cafe Venezia

4. La Colina - Warren

5. Victoria’s Tratta Italiano

6. Luca's Ristorante of Somerset

7. Hills of Herat-Basking Ridge

8. Meximodo - Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar

9. Char Steakhouse - Raritan

10. Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge

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