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Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar, New Brunswick, NJ

Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar

4.8
4.8
2928 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for business meals
We are excited to bring our dream to a reality along with friends and family. We plan to share our love and knowledge of an industry that we are so passionate about and proud to be a part of in our hometown of New Brunswick. Here at Salt, we are creating a modern oyster bar with a hip vibe serving up a large variety of fresh local oysters, as well as oysters from around the US. We will offer a seafood inspired seasonal menu both in our casual bar and our elegant dining room. We will also offer many innovative dishes including a variety of local meats along with plenty of vegetarian options. We aim to create an inviting atmosphere for everyone with our warm décor and friendly staff. Our full bar will feature a variety of signature cocktails and revolving creative small plates. Chef Chris’ passion for food promises consistent exceptional quality and to awaken the palate with bold, fresh flavors in every bite!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 745-7258
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Christian Graciano
  • Private party facilities
    Private Room seats up to 25 people
  • Neighborhood
    New Brunswick
  • Cross street
    George St
  • Parking details
    Church st parking lot is right across the street
  • Public transit
    NJ Transit New Brunswick, New Jersey
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,928 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey

    Seafood

  • Middlesex

    Best Overall

  • Middlesex

    Best Food

  • Middlesex

    Best Ambiance

  • Middlesex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar in New Brunswick offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent service" and a warm, inviting ambiance. Known for its "freshest oysters" and innovative seafood dishes, the restaurant consistently delights guests. Standout servers like Ariana and Jonathan enhance the experience with their knowledge and friendliness, ensuring a memorable visit.

2,928 Reviews
  1. Carlos

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience. Great food and good atmosphere

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  2. Christina

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Salt is always the BEST!! Everything we eat is so delicious. Service amazing. One of my favorite places for dinner, we’ll be back soon!

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  3. robert

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    went to Salt for the first time last night, Valentines Day, it was crowded but we were seated by 8:05 on our 8:00 reservation. The food was Delicious, the grilled octopus was one of the best I've ever had, and the broth in the Seafood Pappardelle was simply amazing..Oh and our waiter Trevor was great.

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  4. Rachael

    New Jersey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything is fresh and delicious. You can tell that there is care put into every dish.

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  5. Cynthia

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Annual Galentine’s Day with the girls. Oysters were amazing. Lemon drops hit the spot.

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  6. Nancy

    VIP

    New York City

    57 reviews

    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our 1st dining experience at Salt. We enjoyed a great glass of Chardonnay & an amazing cocktail, misery loves company!!! Appetizers we very good too. Coney Island chowder hit the spot & the roasted oysters were delicious. For entrees we had Halibut & Florida grouper. The halibut was a bit underwhelming but my grouper was scrumptious. Our server Harviar was attentive as well as the entire dining room staff. We will be back for sure.

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  7. Gaby

    New York City

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Literally the BEST restaurant around. We were actually there 2 Saturdays in a row because the food & service is SO SO good. We drove in icey rain & snow - totally worth it !!! Jonathan is the nicest, most respectful, courteous waiter - do ask for him if he’s available.. order the tuna avacado for appetizer, muscles, and charred octopus- you will not regret it! Portions sizes are also very generous. The Sangris did not disappoint either!! We will be back ;)

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  8. Ricky

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time eating there and would go back. Everything was amazing from the apps to the main courses. Highly recommend.

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  9. Nancy

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was really great. And it was so nice to be able to go to a restaurant that wasn’t so loud where you had to speak so loudly to talk to the person across from you. Great choice.

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  10. Laura

    VIP

    New York City

    116 reviews

    5.0

    116 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent restaurant!!! Looking forward to our next visit!

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Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 2928 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today
Google Map for Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar

103 Church Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    George St
  • Neighborhood
    New Brunswick
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Church st parking lot is right across the street
  • Public transit
    NJ Transit New Brunswick, New Jersey
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Christian Graciano
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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