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    Caroline’s Tavern

    4.2 (17 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Cacio E Pepe Pierogies French Onion French Dip
    Katie S.

    Went with a party of 5 on a Saturday night. Parking is very limited, which may account for how few other tables were inside. Considering how slow it was, we were surprised our meals took over 25 mins. Ordered birria tacos, cacio de Pepe pierogies, wings & a French dip. The food was good, service was ok, not great.

    Nicole F.

    Being served complimentary flavored popcorn upon being seated was a tasteful and nice touch we were not expecting. It was addicting! Loved the refined ambiance. The staff was extremely friendly. Every person we passed greeted us and told us to have a great evening. While it is on the pricier side, the food was great and we surely had leftovers as portions were generous. I definitely recommend the chicken tenders and Mac and cheese. (I do feel the Mac and cheese could have used more pulled pork though). The dessert missed the mark for me, but we enjoyed everything else. The sangria was dangerously delicious.

    This chicken sandwich was so good!
    Bethany K.

    Caroline's was a really nice spot. My husband and I went for a date night and this was the perfect place. We went around the time that they opened, and there weren't many people there but they quickly filled up after an 30 minutes - hour. The potstickers were really good and tasted like they had lemongrass in the sauce. I got the chicken sandwich and it had so much flavor and the sauce that they use was really good. Definitely will come back in the future. Our server was very nice, I feel bad because he accidentally spilled some of my drink and you could tell he felt horrible, but he was really kind the entire meal. The only downside to this place would be that there were many gnats or fruit flies flying around us at the table in the corner and because we were near the windows it was pretty blinding as the sun was setting. I would just suggest paying attention to the blinds for future guests to check in and see if they want them lowered. It definitely wasn't enough of an issue to lose a star though, the food is delicious!

    Fried Shrimp
    Regina F.

    Excellent staff and appetizers as well as fun cocktails. Good to watch a game or hang with family and friends for a good time . Very unique menu items more than just a Tavern and I can't say enough about the staff they were very friendly and made everyone feel at home. The shrimp appetizers was great can't wait to get the cacio de Pepe pierogis next home. We will be back soon.

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    Giulia R.

    Thank you so much for the review and feedback!

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    Thank you so much for the review and feedback!

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    23 days ago

    Fabulous food, service, and atmosphere. Classic with a slight distinctive take on it to bring the food up a level.

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    6 months ago

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    6 months ago

    Typical bar food. The salad was crunched and dressing. The hamburgers were decent chicken wings are OK booze was perfect.

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    7 months ago

    Amazing staff and great food. Everything was perfect. Lots of TVs for sports fans. Nice clean place

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    Ask the Community - Caroline’s Tavern

    Is the bar set up the same (size, location) as it was when this place was Curtains?

    Hi Lou! The bar footprint is the same as when it was curtains however it was aesthetically redesigned. Same size and shape though.

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    Xperience - Mango Seabass

    Xperience

    3.3(234 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    We came here early on a whim (without a reservation) on a Saturday evening just to check it out…read more Club vibes (be prepared for music that'll drown out your conversations) with fine dining and an expansive cocktail menu. Our iPad menu stopped working and it took awhile for our dessert to be corrected with the right order (it took 3 servers to finally bring our dessert out). A lot of wait staff standing around looking pretty and management seemed chaotic. Definitely felt a lack of proper communication amongst team members that night once it got really busy. This was an expensive date to say the least. But if you wanted to splurge on a date night, soak in some club feels then this is the spot.

    I'd give Xperience a 3.5 out of 5. Let's start with the…read morepositives. There is a parking lot, which makes things easier, and the aesthetics are really nice. The place definitely looks good and has a vibe to it. However, everything felt a bit overpriced for me. We went for brunch, and the first thing presented to us was a buffet-style option. I actually had to ask questions just to find out there was a regular brunch menu available. The drinks were honestly a bit absurd, ranging from $17 to $28. On top of that, the music was so loud that we could barely hear our waitress, which took away from the experience. The food itself was good, but nothing really stood out as amazing. Everything was just... good. I also mentioned that we were celebrating a birthday, but somehow everyone around us received a big birthday celebration, while we didn't. When I ordered dessert, I even had to ask for a candle because it wasn't offered, which was a little disappointing considering what we saw happening at other tables.I originally found this place on TikTok and wanted to see if the vibe matched what I saw online, but honestly, it didn't hit the same for me. Not sure if I'd return.

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    The Irving Inn Social - Rocky Road Brownie

    The Irving Inn Social

    4.3(404 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    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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    The Irving Inn Social - Grilled salmon with brocollini and apple purée with a side of greens.

    Grilled salmon with brocollini and apple purée with a side of greens.

    The Irving Inn Social - 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!)

    OU LA   - Lamb Chop appetizer

    OU LA

    4.6(77 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    Will definitely be returning I'm going to start there! Definitely a nice spot for date night or…read morecatching up with friends. I didn't see much space for huge parties but be mindful and make the reservation in advance. Went for an early dinner at around 6:00ish and was seated immediately. Service was on point. Now for the food. The seasoning was immaculate. We did try the griot app (not pictured) and it was very flavorful. The Rasta pasta dish was seasoned appropriately and provided a comfortable heat. If you are used to typical heat of pikliz then you may find the spice level was at a mild level which paired nicely with the passion 75. The drink tasted more like a spin on a mimosa but I was wish the passionfruit was from the fruit to bring in the tartness - still good. The cheesecake was pretty standard. The glaze on top balanced out the creaminess well.

    I really wanted to like this place, and I did, for some aspects…read more The food was delicious. The flavors were all incredible, from appetizer to dessert. We had the short rib empanadas, which were crispy and fully of meat. They were definitely the highlight of the night! The rasta pasta was good, but it came out warm and with few shrimp. The flavors were still excellent, however. The carrot cake for dessert was moist and not too sweet, which I prefer! The space was also super clean and well maintained. What really disappointed me was the service. We had a reservation, but had to wait to be seated even with plenty of open tables. That's normally not a big deal for us, but we had an event to get to tonight, so we were in more of a rush. Someone came to us to ask what water we wanted after 10 minutes of being sat, after which the hostess came back over to us to apologize that our server hasn't come over yet and asked if we would like water. Much more time passes and someone (still not our server) comes to ask us if everything is alright. We explain that no one has taken our order, which she apologized for and took our order for us. She then had to come back over because she forgot to include what protein we picked for our pasta. Finally, our server came over to us. We explained that we had already ordered. More hiccups continued throughout the night, including a long wait for the check, never being brought a dessert menu after asking, etc. I'm not one to complain about service, I just think they could be more efficient. At the time we arrived, there were only a few other tables seated in our area. It wasn't super busy, and there were a lot of people working. We overheard staff whispering about who was supposed to be taking care of us, and it still took time for someone to come over and help us. I think the staff knew we overheard or were disappointed in the service, because our dessert was free, and we received a bread basket as well. I'd love to give them another chance, just maybe not if I have plans after.

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    Anchor's At Smith Creek

    Anchor's At Smith Creek

    4.0(2 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    While running errands in Edison I convinced my wife to check Anchors out. Read! I read in one of…read morethe New Jersey articles that this place was a tiki bar, so I was excited to try it out. Upon getting there, it is a nice Marina bar that has a grave a lot. We walked shortly from the parking lot and got seats of the bar right away. There was a good amount of people there for a Saturday afternoon. However, we were helped right away. Their beer prices are pretty phenomenal in my opinion. The selection I think is pretty good too. We were speaking with one of the people behind the bar and they said the plan is to also have food trucks here eventually as well for a food option. There is ample seating here as you can see from some of the pictures I took and the two staff we talked to were very friendly. One thing that could be a pro or a con depending on your disposition is that this is an outdoor bar. There are a lot of fans going and it has a very nice breeze. How over on a hot day where something loose and breathable. However, in the spring and fall I can imagine this place having a big crowd because it seems like a really nice place to have a drink and hang out. All in all. If you're local, I would definitely come check this place out. We will definitely be back in the future.

    This place it's perfect to see fireworks. They have beer in draft and regular fair price cocktails…read more No food but there's a food truck with limited items food prices. This outdoor place has tv screens to watch sports. Nice breeze. They are prepared for the fall Incase the temp drops at night. They will be needing a real kitchen to serve some real food with a good chef. This place will make $$$. Nice view of the marina. They have a live band. Nice day to chill and relax and enjoy the breeze. Nice ambiance. Lots of parking . Will return and definitely recommend. Come and support the town.

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    Anchor's At Smith Creek - Blue moon, drink quick this heat is no joke | #intenselypassionatephotography

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