Best Lunch Restaurants in New Brunswick

42 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Frog and the Peach

4.5

Price: Expensive

• American • New Brunswick

Booked 27 times today

The Frog &The Peach is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant and bar serving Chef Bruce Lefebvre's innovative American cuisine with thoughtful service, in a lively, upscale industrial space. We are centrally located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, between Philadelphia and New York City. Our bar is first come-first served, where you can enjoy the full menu and experience! For private events or parties of 12 or more please call Maria Mattera at (856) 271-2222.PARKING: We have a small parking lot that is for our valet services only. The Hyatt Hotel Church St. parking garages are one block away. See you in New Brunswick! The Frog & The Peach reserves the right to change or modify any terms and conditions listed on non-directly affiliated services, at any time. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the revisions on our main website.

2. Steakhouse 85

4.8

Exceptional(4061)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • New Brunswick

Booked 55 times today

Steakhouse 85 is a 21st century rendition of the classic American Steakhouse. The menu at Steakhouse 85 is comprised of fresh and inspiring modern day interpretations of classic American cuisine, served alongside the traditional steakhouse classics we all know and love. The back bone of our menu is without a doubt our beef. Our mouth watering dry aged steaks are rubbed with a simple yet luscious combination of sea salt, black pepper and fresh herbs. They are seared on a 1200 degree cast iron grill and then broiled to your liking. Paired with a large classically designed bar, complete with savvy cocktails and a Wine Spectator award winning wine list, this steakhouse is sure to please.Wine Spectator Award of ExcellenceOfficial Steakhouse of Rutgers Athletics

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3. Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge

4.5

Awesome(895)

Price: Moderate

• Cuban • New Brunswick

Booked 20 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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4. Harvest Moon Brewery/Cafe

4.3

Awesome(233)

Price: Moderate

• American • New Brunswick

Booked 13 times today

From handcrafted beers to our unique and flavorful American eclectic menu, Harvest Moon Brewery and Cafe located right in Downtown New Brunswick affords diners the chance to escape from the stresses of daily life. Harvest Moon features a delectable menu along with hand-crafted beer brewed on site all served in a fun & exciting atmosphere that is perfect for the young and old alike.

5. Fat Cactus

4.0

Excellent(426)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • New Brunswick

Booked 14 times today

Located in the heart of the lively George Street area of New Brunswick, Fat Cactus Mexican Cantina, is the number one destination for both authentic and American-style Mexican food. Enjoy table-side guacamole or a variety of tacos made fresh before your eyes at our very own taco truck! Our frozen margarita menu and tequila and rum cocktails are sure to transport you to the agave fields of Central Mexico. Enjoy your favorite meal while listening to our various mariachi bands or our guest DJs on Fridays and Saturdays. Our kitchen is open late everyday and all day, so there will be plenty of opportunities to come see what we are all about!

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6. Victoria’s Tratta Italiano

4.3

Awesome(102)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Brunswick

Booked 12 times 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.

7. Sophie's Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1721)

Price: Expensive

• French • New Brunswick

Booked 16 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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8. Portuguese Fisherman

4.6

Exceptional(1289)

Price: Moderate

• Portuguese • East Brunswick

Booked 37 times today

Established in 1976, We are one of the oldest Portuguese and Spanish restaurants on the east coast. Attentive service, delicious authentic food, generous portions and refreshing sangria—these are the hallmarks of the Fisherman. Since our opening in 1976 we have consistently upheld the traditions of fine Portuguese and Spanish dining in central New Jersey.A variety of fresh seafood and fish, as well as organic meats, all made with the finest ingredients available, await you at our tables. Our seasonal menu and daily specials include delectable dishes prepared to satisfy many tastes.We invite you to visit us in the historic town of South River, New Jersey.

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9. Fresco Italian Steak & Seafood Grill

4.8

Exceptional(1027)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • New Brunswick

Booked 23 times today

Fresco Steak & Seafood Grill is known for offering fresh sea fare, chicken, veal and other meat dishes as well as pasta and vegetarian items. The main dining area of the restaurant is quite opulent and exudes a relaxing atmosphere. The appetizers on Fresco Steak & Seafood Grill's menu are mostly seafood such as favorites like clams on the half shell along with chilled seafood cocktail and a salad that is filled with calamari, crab meat and scallops. Hot Antipasto for two is a favorite appetizer as well as Rock shrimp arrabbiata.Fresco Steak & Seafood Grill also offers soups and salads for diners who prefer lighter fare. The main dishes on the menu include a range of steaks and chops such as the classic Rib Eye, NY Sirloin Steak, Double-Cut Berkshire Porkchop, Lamb chops among others. Chicken, Veal and Pasta options are mentioned separately.

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10. Luca's Ristorante of Somerset

4.9

Exceptional(1170)

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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Mark
New York City •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great place good food and service just doing the winter months a little cold inside maybe better heat management would help a great deal. So maybe the hot soup offer would not jump out at you as much and the first thing to order on the menu.
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Harvest Moon Brewery/CafePrice: Moderate• American• New Brunswick
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4.3
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Robert
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This is an excellent restaurant. Quality steaks, prepared right. Apps and sides are also good. I particularly like the service here, attentive but not overwhelming. They also make decent cocktails.
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Steakhouse 85Price: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Brunswick
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4.8
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SherylVIP
New York City •474 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Good spot for brunch in New Brunswick - service was great: attentive but allowed us to sit and visit without chasing us out. Creative menu. Recommend the smoked salmon starter and the duck (which I got topped on the kale salad) was yummy.
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The Frog and the PeachPrice: Expensive• American• New Brunswick
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4.5
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AdrienneVIP
Tampa / Central Florida West •6 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 6, 2024
This was my first time at Esquina Latina. Great menu. I ordered two appetizers instead of an entree. The food was outstanding. My only complaint is that my food came out long before my party was served their dinner even though I specified that the two appetizers were my dinner. Also the wait staff kept trying to clear my plates while I was still eating. Definitely attentive but a bit overzealous. I will definitely go back.
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Esquina Latina Restaurant & LoungePrice: Moderate• Cuban• New Brunswick
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4.5
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Anshumi
New York City •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 5, 2024
really nice food & drinks enjoy going there taking friends & family visiting us out of state as well as out of country they also love the restaurant
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Fat CactusPrice: Moderate• Mexican• New Brunswick
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42 restaurants available nearby

1. The Frog and the Peach

2. Steakhouse 85

3. Esquina Latina Restaurant & Lounge

4. Harvest Moon Brewery/Cafe

5. Fat Cactus

6. Victoria’s Tratta Italiano

7. Sophie's Bistro

8. Portuguese Fisherman

9. Fresco Italian Steak & Seafood Grill

10. Luca's Ristorante of Somerset

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