Great colonial atmosphere. Nicely renovated. Attentive service. Our waitress Sam was great !…read more Enjoyed my deviled eggs and hanger steak .

Came to this local place for dinner with a reservation. Small parking lot. Service is friendly and…read moretimely. Menu is a normal size. Inside is sectioned off and you feel like you're in a local home with tables around. Tables were nicely spaced. 1. Deviled eggs - Good flavor, with meat on top. Good size (6 pieces). 2. Pork chop - Large and juicy. Great sauce that it came with. Overall, a solid local dinner option!

Always enjoy a small, intimate, funky country restaurant that takes pride in several signature…read moredishes. The steaks and rack of lamb were marvelous, and a team approach to waitstaff ensures great service. If you are in the area, go. We met a delightful couple of approximately 80 yrs young that drove a bit just to get the Escargot! Gotta love that!

First, definitely make reservations so you get a seat at a table. If there is any room for…read morewalk-ins, you are almost seated at the bar. If you like that, still call and request it. If you are not a steak eater, there is plenty on the menu for you too. However, go for the steak! We go a few times a year and it never disappoints. Dress is casual, kind of an old looking dive bar vibe with great food. People are nice, servers know their menu and can make good suggestions if you're a first timer. Reasonably priced for everything except the steak. With the steak, you're paying for quality. Always a great meal, and almost always leftovers to take home. We've never had dessert because dinner is so filling, so no review on dessert here.

Came here for my birthday and cannot say enough good things. Started with the bread, which is a…read moregenerous portion of crispy, fluffy bread with butter. The tuna crudo was fresh with nice acidity, and I loved the plate it came on. The foie gras was extremely rich and savory, and the risotto underneath was cooked perfectly. The rabbit ragú is such a unique dish. The pasta was perfectly cooked, the rabbit was so tender, and the sauce was excellent. Not pictured is their take on fries, which are thick but still extremely crispy and delicious. We were between the orange dessert and the chocolate cake, and they surprised me by bringing us both, which is indicative of how good the service was. It's a cozy place that I would absolutely visit again. Overall: 4.8/5

***If there's one review you should read before deciding to come here, it's this one. I'm about to…read morewax poetic.*** Let me preface by saying that I'm a young adult who considers himself a bit of a foodie. I work in Times Square so I usually frequent fine dining establishments in the city, but my home is North Jersey so I am acutely aware that there are some hidden gems in this state. Last week, I was at the Saddle River Inn in Saddle River and was blown away. But this place is far, far, even more exceptional. Greatest dining experience ever. Called the restaurant due to a last-minute cancelation in my party. Evan, a manager, was super helpful in waiving any cancelation fees. It's BYOB and there's a brewery across the street that apparently does takeout. I just brought beer from my house. They gave me chilled glasses and a bucket of ice to keep my refreshments chilled. Onto the ambience. You walk in and it's a nice, cozy little place with tables and a bar top with an open kitchen layout behind it. You can see all the food that's cooking and the presentations that go behind each dish - all live in front of you. The chef's were busy but always obliged when I said hey or asked a question. I tried the 5 course chef's tasting menu for $125. You get a little bit of all of the best flavors coming out of the kitchen. And the flavors are always changing. They source their ingredients from local farms. First came out complimentary course #1 - all I remember is it had crudo in it. Then course #1 - gulf shrimp with squid. This is the point where I decide no matter how else dinner plays out, I'm coming back. What fresh ingredients and creative flavor pairings. Next was course #2 - duck confit spring roll. It's just a smaller portion of what's regularly on their menu. This may have been my favorite item of the night. Next was wood fired octopus in tagliatelle pasta. After that, I believe, was complimentary course #2 - what appeared to be a caesar salad. Anything they make is delicious. Finally, I had an American wagyu strip as the fourth course. Absolutely delectable. At this point, I'm in Heaven. But I'm not quite yet full and ready for my dessert - profiteroles - one of my favorite desserts. I was looking forward to it from the moment I walked in and saw it listed on the tasting menu. I only eat 1 meal a day so when I finally eat, I eat a lot. A normal person would be full at this point, but I wanted more. I also couldn't help but think it might have something to do with me not wanting to leave and just try anything this kitchen made. So I ordered more. I asked for their regular menu and ordered some more duck confit spring rolls and some type of pork belly entree. Quick note - the pork belly entree was not good. You have to take the losses on the chin to make the wins matter more. Pork belly over beans? It was like bbq ribs meets an English breakfast. Please get rid of that, respectfully. After 3 bites, I didn't want any more so I quietly flagged down my server, Kat, and told her please quietly take this, I fully intend to pay for it since I ordered it; it's just no good. And I had been raving to her about every dish up until that point. So she insisted that she'd take it off the check. I insisted I'd pay, she kept insisting, so I relented. That's really good customer service. Now time for dessert. I wish I could say I was ending on a better note but the Profiteroles - which I mentioned is a favorite dessert of mine - massive disappointment. After everything else was put together for care, I got notes of freezer for this last one - especially the pumpkin part. I love this restaurant and I intend on returning as soon as possible, so please don't take offense to my constructive criticism. I applaud your efforts to infuse different flavors together. It is working wonders for you. Keep it up. I'm gonna share pictures of everything, including the menu. But the last 2 things I'll talk about are the cost and the service. With the pork belly entree taken off, it was just the 5 course tasting menu, an order of duck confit spring rolls, and a $6 double espresso. The total came out to $168 after taxes. I tipped $168. That's right. 100%. In a world where people like to dock tip percentages from their precious "20%" for what they perceive to be a lack of good service, let's normalize going above 25% for exceptional service. Not everyone can afford 100% like me, but next tip tip your servers 30-35% for exceptional service. As a former server in my heyday, I promise it'll mean more to them than the few extra dollars to you. And exceptional service is what I got. From manager Evan, to server Kat, to all of the others I met - forgive me if I forget any names. Chef Kelly, Chef Mike, Chef Jon, Keira, Jimmy. Thank you for an unforgettable 5-star experience. Keep up the exceptional work. I will see you again soon.

I am not good with written words, but here goes;…read more This is a shout-out to Manager Monica and the employees of Steakhouse 85. I visited Steakhouse 85 for the first time on Thursday, March 19th. We all know the food is fantastic, but what impressed me even more was the employees. When I walked in, I was greeted by the hostess, who had a big smile and bright eyes. She showed us to our table swiftly, and during our time there, her smile and warm welcome continued as she greeted other incoming diners. Our waiter appeared quickly with the first question would you like something to drink, water, etc. After the initial greeting, and now ready to take our order, he excitedly told us he had the pleasure of tasting most of the items he suggested. His excitement about the food he had the "pleasure of tasting" (his words) was apparent. Also, I had the pleasure of speaking to Monica, a manager at Steakhouse 85. She was kind, thoughtful, insightful, and well spoken. I could easily see why she holds that position and could have talked to her as I would a good friend. How a great manager like Monica gets those around them to react positively is by example; in other words, it's the ripple effect. It is easy to see that she is the type of person who, no matter what she does or where she goes in life, success will follow. Also, I want to say thank you to the owner and all the managers because hiring the right employees, from the cooks, busboys, and servers, is not an easy job in itself. The key to success is not just about the food; it's also the employees who add to the establishment's success! Great Job To All Of You! Kindness should never be taken for granted these days! Frances

My family and I have been to Steak 85 approximately 12 times over the past three years, and for a…read morelong time, we absolutely loved this restaurant. It was a place we genuinely enjoyed coming back to, which is why it is disappointing to say that the quality has declined significantly over our last several visits. The steak quality does not seem to be what it used to be. The risotto portion has noticeably decreased, and unfortunately, the flavor has gone downhill as well. It used to have a creamy consistency and actual sauce, but now it is more like slightly wet rice with very little flavor. This most recent visit was especially disappointing because even the crab cakes smelled and tasted sour, which is something I have never experienced there before. What makes this review different from simply having one bad meal is that this has now happened during our last three visits. At this point, I don't believe it was a fluke or an isolated bad night. There has been a noticeable decline in both the quality and portions of the food. I really hate leaving a review like this because we genuinely used to love Steak 85 and have recommended it in the past. We have been loyal customers and have given the restaurant plenty of opportunities because of how much we enjoyed it previously. Hopefully, the restaurant takes this feedback seriously and brings the food quality back to what it used to be. Right now, though, based on our last three visits, we are honestly very disappointed especially because of the price point we expect quality.

Butcher's Grill is always such a tasty surprise! Second time here and it never lets me down!!!The…read morefood was absolutely delicious and came out super quick. If you don't want your entrées coming out with the appetizers, just give them a heads up, because the kitchen moves fast here. We started with the mushroom dish and a hearty soup...both full of flavor and the perfect start to the meal. Then came the star of the night: the lamb chops. Perfectly seasoned, cooked just right, and melt-in-your-mouth good. Everything we tried was fresh and satisfying, the kind of food that makes you want to go back the next day. The service was on point- Friendly and attentive, and the whole space has this quirky, cozy feel, like you're sitting in your grandma's living room with its mix of chairs and warm, homey vibe. It's also BYOB, which is always a win. We brought a bottle of wine that paired perfectly with the meal. Overall, Butcher's Grill is a must-visit if you're in the area. Great food, quick service, and a cozy atmosphere that makes it stand out. Can't wait to come back!

Overall cute whole in the wall butcher shop restaurant. They were very nice but the food was okay…read more Husband for the rib eye and he said it was great. Everything else (chicken, salmon, burger) was overcooked. I would stick to the steaks. Seems like their speciality. The food presentation was great tho! And seems like locals love it. We came for an early dinner so they were able to accommodate us but it was busy by the time we left.

This was about my 7th time here and I can honestly say, I have never had anything that wasn't…read moredelicious . The food is always perfect from start to finish. Very quaint place. Not flashy, just very nice. You feel comfortable. Great food with no pretentiousness. Lastly, the service is always outstanding. Everyone you deal with from the people busing the tables to the wait staff are great. This is a definite must try!

Prime 94 SteakHouse is a great neighborhood steakhouse…read more I'm attending a conference for the week, just passing thru New Jersey. My coworkers are content with eating Five Guys for dinner, I'm craving a glass of Caymus and a good steak. After some research, I came across Prime 94 SteakHouse and Grill. Walking in, the large neighborhood bar is to the left and the dining rooms are to the right. I'm solo so I'm escorted to a small, corner two top table. The waiter starts telling me about the specials. After he was finished, I told him a want a 16oz Ribeye and a glass of Caymus. No bread basked needed. Also, can you throw on one or two long hots? Yes sir! Now this is what I would eat at home. I'd buy a nice steak with a good glass of wine. Did I just describe my last meal before I head up to the pearly gates? Yeah.. Prime 94 SteakHouse makes a good steak. The cook was perfect, it was a little fatty but that's the flavor! The french fries are something similar to a diner fry, they were really good as well. I took a piece of steak, a small slice of the long hot, mmm mm! Prime 94 SteakHouse isn't a fancy steakhouse. There was a large table in front of me, I'm assuming it was grandma and her sisters along with a family of four. The aunts were asking, I'm assuming an 19 year old girl about her college, she was giving one word answers. Prime 94 SteakHouse, it's a neighborhood spot that's serving up some good food. If I lived here, this restaurant would be in my dining rotation.

Three Oak never disappoints. I've been there a dozen times and it somehow feels like it's better…read moreeach time than the last? Best steak I've ever had, the sides are delicious, and the crème brûlée is to die for. Pricey, but you're getting high quality food and high quality service every time you step inside. Those two paired with a classy vibe makes for the perfect steakhouse for special occasions.

The Food is absolutely delicious and the selections are amazing…read more The Bar service is awesome and such a wide selection of beer, wine, and mixed drinks.

My wife and I have been to Matt's Red Rooster Grill numerous times since moving to the area. We…read morewere on Main Street for the Flemington Car Show featuring Corvettes and decided to have dinner at Matt's afterward. I had originally made an 8:00 reservation through Tock since the show was scheduled to run until then, but we left after the trophies were awarded around 7:00. Matt's was able to accommodate us nearly an hour early. Matt's is located inside what feels like a historic home, with several dining areas including one reached by stairs immediately after entering. It was busy when we arrived, although by around 8:30 there was plenty of seating available. The tables are fairly close together but not so close that you feel crowded, and the noise level was moderate. We could easily have a conversation while occasionally overhearing the owner explaining the origin of the restaurant's name. I started with the Rooster House Salad, which was very good. It had just enough honey-sherry vinaigrette without overpowering the marinated vegetables. For my entrée, I had the Prime Hanger Steak medium rare. It was cooked properly, and I particularly liked the accompanying horseradish steak sauce. My wife started with the Rustic Wild Mushroom Soup and had the Fire Roasted Shrimp Pasta for her entrée. She enjoyed both. The pasta had at least half a dozen good-sized shrimp and was a large enough portion that she brought some home. Matt's is BYOB, but I managed to leave our bottle of wine at home. They also offer a selection of local Unionville wines by the bottle, with half bottles available for some selections, so we ordered a half bottle of Unionville Cabernet Sauvignon. Service from Dave K. was very good. My wife almost left her leftover pasta behind, and Dave actually ran outside to catch us before we left. We've consistently enjoyed our dinners at Matt's, and this visit was no exception. Being able to accommodate us well ahead of our reservation and Dave making sure we didn't leave without our leftovers were particularly appreciated.

I have known Flemington for almost my entire life. When I plugged in the address I did not pay…read moreattention to where this place was located and when I got into town I thought, really? It's here? An old house, ample parking, a fork and knife welcoming you at the steps. For dinner we sat upstairs. Rooming for an old building. Quiet enough to have a conversation. Great service from start to finish. The seafood chowder that was on special was a great place to start. My main course of the Cherry Coke Short Ribs - Amanera cherry demi, lemon & parsley gremolata was wonderful. The best thing is having a desire to come back along with most of the menu looking amazing to try!

Love the place, we try to make it there as often as possible. We get the all you can eat, of…read morecourse! Usually good service but this time we felt like the portions were smaller and when we asked about it, the lady made sure we wouldn't waste the food. I completely understand that mindset but I don't think it's a good customer service approach to share it with customers. I hope they don't make us feel like we are a burden next time the family eats at this establishment.

Recent experience within the last two weeks was absolutely terrible. There was not one other person…read morein the entire restaurant. A lot of the menu was gone and they were not serving sushi. Also, quite a lot of the meats from the bbq were off the menu. There was one server and one host in the entire restaurant. We got no guidance and no information and nobody helped us or removed hot plates or used plates. Whenever we wanted more food, we had to walk to the back to track down the waiter. No one ever came to check on us not one time. I'm guessing this place is going out of business because this was absolutely awful. I'm sad because it used to be a great experience.

Thank God for Paul and Elite Meat in Clinton, NJ. This is the place to go for the best cuts of…read moremeat. It is a butcher specialty shop so you know it will be more expensive than the local grocers but for for special dinners or if you just want to impress, go to Elite. Paul, his wife and family are just charming and very welcoming. The only downfall is the fact that don't always have everything you might want all the time (veal cutlets), so i recommend calling prior to going.

The meat is Prime...the absolute best level of prime...perfectly marbled and perfectly trimmed by a…read moretrue trained expert butcher. The shop is immaculate. The owner and his wife are lovely and take the time to help me figure portion sizes for hosting holiday dinners. While the meats are the best, so is the poultry...the fresh turkey is like no other. I 100% recommend the shop and its owners as meriting Best Butcher award for several years in a row...they earned it!