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    Butch Kowals

    3.9 (13 reviews)
    InexpensiveBars
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Love this place!!! This place has the A-team when it comes to bartenders. This is where GOOD friend come to meet!

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    Great dive bar. Happy hour specials are very good. Bartenders are always very nice and attentive. Put your cash on the bar and drink!

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    The Irving Inn Social

    The Irving Inn Social

    4.3
    (405 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    1st time in Rahway and we stayed at the Watt Hotel it was late and we wanted a burger... this place…read morewas in literally a few doors down so we decided to stop by. For starters we had the shrimp tacos!!! $17 for 2 but worth every penny! And they were by far The best I've ever had!! Very fresh toppings and perfectly seasoned. And I loved the green sauce they topped it with. For dinner my husband and I split the $19 classic burger and substituted the fries for a Caesar salad. We also subbed the cheddar cheese for the smoked Gouda and omg chefs kiss!! Ordered it medium and It was cooked perfectly! For drinks we had a coke soda $3.50 and an uptown girl (lychee martini) $14 Both were good. The servers were really nice. The vibe was laid back. The volume of the music was perfect. The bathrooms were really clean. If ever in the area again I'd definitely come back!

    I went to The Irving Social on April 7, 2026, and it definitely didn't disappoint--this wasn't my…read morefirst visit, and it continues to be a favorite! I love their Caesar salad--it's consistently delicious and one of the main reasons I keep coming back. The service is always awesome, and the staff makes the experience even better. The ambiance of the place is also a big plus--great vibes all around, whether you're catching up with friends or just stopping by to unwind. It's a perfect spot for a quick happy hour. On top of that, I find their prices to be very fair for the quality you get. Overall, I would absolutely recommend, this place is a solid go-to and you won't be disappointed!

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    Grilled salmon with brocollini and apple purée with a side of greens.
    Grilled salmon with brocollini and apple purée with a side of greens.
    Jambalaya (risotto based... hand to Bible this is so flipping good!)

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    Jambalaya (risotto based... hand to Bible this is so flipping good!)
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    4.0
    (41 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    I really wanted to give this place a try, but I left pretty disappointed. Not only was it…read moreexpensive, but the food just didn't deliver. I started with a drink that was just okay, nothing special, but not terrible either. For an appetizer, we ordered the octopus, and unfortunately it was not good. The sauce didn't taste great, and the octopus itself didn't taste great either , which already set the tone for what I was about to have next. For my entrée, I had the Dijon salmon (not pictured), and it was honestly so bad. It had a very strong, fishy taste, and I couldn't get through it, I left most of it on the plate. I'm not one to complain, and since I was there with my kids, I just paid the bill and left. The space itself is pretty, but the food is no bueno. Also I found the menu was limited, it wasn't clear what their specialty is, and nothing really stood out or made me want to try something else. Overall, not a place I'd return to nor recommend.

    A medium sized venue with low mood lighting. Gives upscale energy & vibes. Staff were very friendly…read more& efficient. They also were fun, not afraid to joke around with you as part of your experience. Parking here is a true pain though. Metered street parking mainly (Free after a certain time), but there is also a parking garage. It does have a very nice bar area, but I did not take a picture of it. For food we had the Dumplings appetizer, El Presidente, & Mama's Chicken. Drinks we had The Purple Drink (Yes, that's its name) & Simple Man. All of the food was absolutely delicious. Even the complimentary bread was great. It comes with a "cinnamon apple" butter? Not sure, but it was excellent. Overall, worth a return trip. Grades: Dumplings: A+ El Presidente: A+ Mama's Chicken: A The Purple Drink: A Simple Man: A+

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    Wet Ticket Brewing

    Wet Ticket Brewing

    4.5
    (95 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Visited for the first time for a friends birthday and I really enjoyed myself. I am not a beer…read moredrinker but I did enjoy a blood orange seltzer and the "crush the slush peach guava." I love that you can try 4oz, 10oz, 16oz, or purchase a 4 pack of cans. Service was quick as ordering is at the bar. Staff does come around to clear and garbage and/or empty glasses. Since my friend invited around 10 people, she got there early to grab tables in the back. Loved spending time here, would return to try other beers on tap!

    Was in Rahway area and wanted to go to this brewery for a long time .. I have tried wet ticket IPAs…read morefrom shops .. trying their location for the first time .. parking is tough. We kept looking and then had to pay in the parking garage opposite .. was crowded that day . Service was average . Didn't know that this was a buy your own food ! Just had a snack that they sold . Wish there was food . Next time I know I have to get my own food ! Ambience was ok. They didn't have many options on draft . They ran out of almost all drafts . We had to buy a 4 pack tin and they popped one out to serve us . There wasn't any hazy beers on tap. Wish , being a brewery they had more options . The hazy beers from the Tin was super good too ! It was called fully juiced ! It was ok experience overall .. 3 stars ...

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    Inside with Tim, the owner and head brewer and co-owner, Al

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    Inside with Tim, the owner and head brewer and co-owner, Al

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