Our third time visiting, this time as a group of 8. Food is good overall, service remains horrendous. Our waiter did not come to take our order until a good 35-40 minutes after sitting, not a huge deal but a notable delay. What irritated me during dinner was we were asked if we'd like dessert while 2 people were still eating their meals, followed by the check immediately arriving- no etiquette. While paying and wrapping up the staff were directed to clear the table, this was obvious. For full drinks to be removed without asking is unacceptable. It was as if we weren't even sitting there the manner they were clearing. Again it was obvious the direction of the manager, they needed the table. Try being efficient to start instead of creating a rush at the end if overbooked and delayed. It's classier than putting a check on a table with people eating and rudely clearing drinks. Will not be returning. There is better up the road with real management and service. read more

The ambiance inside is so much vibrant and better than what you see from the outside. Big indoor area with a nice bar and lots of tables. Service was good with the waiter always checking in and on top of things. Food was amazing! Seafood tower with oysters, clams and shrimp was the favorite of the table, very fresh and flavorful seafood. The whole table (party of 6) had fish and one order of lobster tails, and everyone left very happy with their dishes. From the filets to the whole fish, everything was very good and tasty. Would come back any time read more

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A party of three went and everything delivered. The filet mignon and skirt steak were cooked perfectly--tender, flavorful, and exactly as ordered. The broiled seafood platter was outstanding, fresh and done just right. Started with the fried calamari, which was crispy and delicious. Sides didn't miss either--the creamed spinach was rich and spot on. Finished things off with a cappuccino and the brownie skillet, which was the perfect sweet ending. Great food, great experience all around. Definitely one of our go-to spots! read more

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It's a solid, okay restaurant, but it feels caught between being a steakhouse, an Italian restaurant, and a seafood spot. We ordered a mix from each part of the menu, and while everything was good, nothing really stood out as great--especially for the price. They may be better served by focusing on one style of cuisine and finding their true sweet spot. read more

I love seafood, so I was excited to attend a birthday gathering at this seafood restaurant. The menu was overwhelming in the best way, so many great options to choose from! The restaurant was decorated for Christmas, which made it feel extra festive and cozy. The table service was excellent, friendly, attentive, and very accommodating. All the seafood dishes ordered by our group looked amazing, and the ones I tried were absolutely delicious. My own dish was fresh, light, and full of flavor, exactly what you want from seafood. I can't wait to come back and try something new. read more

Great vibe, great service. But overpriced for the quality of dishes. Calamari was good, can't really mess that up, and so was the arugula salad. But my main dish was overly salty and though it was described as pan dries, the texture was very much like a deep fried fish. Oysters were fresh! read more

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The place had a modern motiff. It was cozy and comfortable. Our waitress was very accommodating and friendly. She assisted my wife when my wife got a stain from the sauce of her dish. Without batting an eye, she immediately went to get an extra napkin + some club soda. The food was delicious! I had the seafood Fra Díavilo. That was a huge portion. My wife and second son both had the Black Ink Pasta. My eldest son had the Whole Grilled Branzino while my daughter had the 16oz NY Strip. Everything was spot on. The flavors and seasoning were on point! The seafood was very fresh! The food expensive, though. But, IMHO, they're well worth it. Be prepared to spend at least $55 to $60 per person. Definitely go there for special occasions. read more

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This location is amazing. Much less crowded than New Brunswick, they offer valet although since it's in a strip mall, that's really not necessary. The wait staff were friendly and knowledgeable, the drinks were good and the food was consistent. Everything we ate I would order again. A little on the pricey side, but worth the price. The crab cake was good, Mac and cheese was creamy and the lamb chops were cooked well. I would definitely go back read more

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My family has been here multiple times over the past several years, but we came again last night to celebrate 2 birthdays. As usual, the ambiance was great. Our waitress was excellent. She checked in on us often and made sure we had everything we needed. We had to ask for more dip (the middle one) for the bread because it had such an incredible depth of flavor. The food was solid. The sauce on my lobster ravioli was a bit too sweet for me and the chorizo with the clam bake was overly spicy/salty for my parents, but everything else turned out well. The tartufo and new graham cracker gelato were delicious. And as always, the giant erupting sparkler for the birthday guests is fun to experience. I would definitely recommend Cuzin's for a celebratory meal or special occasion. read more

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Good was amazing. The service was stellar and the restaurant is beautiful. Went for my birthday celebration. It made my day!

The wait staff need to be reminded to never, ever put the check in front of a woman if there is a man at the table. read more

Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar - Seafood Near Me - Marlboro, New Jersey

We went to Cuzin's for my father-in-law's 70th birthday dinner and it was a great restaurant. I had the lobster risotto as my entree and it was amazing. It had so many lobster chunks, plus the risotto was so creamy and fresh. It's pricey, but the quality and the portion size made it very worth it. As for appetizers, we got the Mediterranean mezze board, oysters, bacon slab, and the grilled vegetables for the table to share. Everything was really good, no notes, as the young kids say! We ordered an olive oil cake and they brought it out with a candle for him. It was great, not too sweet. Everyone loved their cocktails and I loved my mocktail! Service was great, too. They were attentive and friendly. Wonderful celebratory dinner overall! read more

Always a great night at Cuzin's. Seafood tower is amazing, calamari was fresh and delicious! Italian sausage app was excellent' Ordered Tomahawk for 2, Porterhouse for 2 some pasta. Cooked perfectly!! Enjoy everything about this place. Food, drinks, service and ambience all a 10!! read more

From the moment we entered the vibe was great! Service was excellent and the seafood was fresh. Cocktails were on point. I highly recommend the halibut or the chilean sea bass. read more

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Visiting family in NJ and we loved it here! The food was delicious! The seafood salad was absolutely delicious! My broiled seafood platter was also very tasty! Drinks were very good! Waiter was friendly and came around often. Front service and valet was pleasant. Setting was nice. Comfortable and enjoyable! read more

Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar - Seafood salad - Seafood Near Me - Marlboro, New Jersey

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Friends took me out for my birthday and I'm so happy they recommended this restaurant. Everything from the cocktails,service,atmosphere and food were absolutely amazing! Thank you Elizabeth for being so attentive and helpful, you were on top of everything,perfect service! The food was amazing!! I had the halibut and I ate everything on my plate, that's rare for me! So impressed with everything we ordered! I noticed a steak dish being delivered to another table and my chin hit the floor, definitely be back to try that! Thank you for a great night!! Highly recommend!! read more

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Waitress was exceptional, she knocked it out of the park. Most of the food was very good, however lets talk about the $ 70 steak. Our waitress served the food and said please cut into the steak, they have been coming out a little undercooked lately. Sure enough, the medium ordered teak came out rare. While waiting for the steak to be cooked a little longer, the other four of us finished our dinners. It turns out, the waitress told them to recook a brand new one because she didn't like the looks of the one they were reheating and guess what? Strike two, raw again. At this point, I thought we were on an episode of Gordon Ramsey's Kitchen Nightmare, unfortunately not. Finally, the reheated steak came out and guess what, overcooked. Unreal for a $ 70.00 steak. The poor waitress was terrific during this entire fiasco, however no General manage was ever seen. They always used to walk around here, so where was he? I see, on our way out he was at the bar talking to the head chef. Maybe, these two should see what the heck is going on in the kitchen. We usually go there about 6-10 times a year. At these prices, I just don't see it anymore. There are enough choices in the area at cheaper prices. What a shame. Only saving grace was the great waitress and they didn't charge for the steak(I wonder why?). read more

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I'm very impressed with the takeout I was brought home as a surprise. He and his guest enjoyed a burger and steak, but I was brought steamed clams and a lobster roll. Loved every ounce of everything! He stated they thoroughly enjoyed their meals as well. We will now bring the family to dine after looking at all the great pics on here! As for my food, the clams were super clean and sweet. The lobster roll was lemony with some great homemade potato chips I reheated in air fryer to crisp back up. I will definitely update with a more thorough review when we go all together. Eyeing that seafood fra diavolo for sure! read more

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Seafood fra diovolo was AMAZING!! Cuzins is a really fun place, the drinks and food are very good!! Definitely a fun place for a special occasion but can also be pretty casual. Service was excellent. Will definitely be back here read more

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Oysters and baked clams were heavenly. If you go heavy on the seafood you'll have a great meal. Service is quick and the place is beautiful. Can't say anything bad about it. read more

This location had more space than New Brunswick which I liked because it was loud but we could still hear each other talk! And had a little more space around our table. The waiter was kind and expedient. The food however was just ok. The calamari is nothing special. The halibut and scallops were good, but not out of the park. A lot of risotto on the plates, and I'm my opinion the fish was a bit dry. I do like the red sauce that comes with the bread. The wine was decent. Overall just feel like it's a bit overpriced for what it is. read more

Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar - Scallops - ok - Seafood Near Me - Marlboro, New Jersey

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Totally enjoyed everything we had. The lobster roll was magnificent. You will not be disappointed

After years of passing by this restaurant, we finally decided to give it a shot and I was honestly disappointed. Cuzins is in a busy strip mall, which makes it hard to find parking in so you will most likely need to valet. The restaurant itself has a nice ambiance, I think it is a good place for drinks since it has loud fun music but that is about it. The service was good, which helps. The food itself is what soured my experience. The mussels were sandy and chewy and the lobster mac n cheese was way too lemony, it didn't even taste like mac n cheese. The lemon sole was ok, the fish was slightly overcooked but the mashed potatoes were good. I truly think this place is very overpriced and not worth it. The Hugo spritz and pistachio gelato were the only highlights for me. Overall I would not return here, I think there is much better seafood closer to the shore. read more

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Beautiful decor and great staff. Very busy on Saturday. I found the food to be overpriced for the quality. We were a party of 12 and nothing seemed amazing considering the cost of all items. Much better places out there to get a mor quality meal at these prices read more

We had a seafood fra diavolo and a clam bake both plentiful and delicious We sit at the bar great Negroni and Aperol Spritz but the desert drinks were some kind of Frangelico combo with a graham cracker rim .Perfect service and delicious food what more can you ask for read more

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Came here for a late night drink and it was pleasant. Will be back! Recommend for dinner or a cute date

Food is good but you overpay if you go there to drink. Feels like you are ignored if not a regular.

I only ever ate seafood at this restaurant, but every time it was on the money ! Staff is attentive, prices are fair in this market. The only downside is it's VERY loud, so if you're going to want to carry on conversation, do it before or after you leave. But considering The size of the restaurant,it's probably nothing one can do to change that . We go at least once a month. read more

This was such a charming location. The ambiance gave outdoor camping under the stars vibes. It was the end of the night and still the service was excellent. The waitress was funny and witty filled with useful and great suggestions. She suggested the lobster dumplings that were taste along side the charred octopus. Oooo and the espresso martinis were on point. Dinner was also delicious I had the Bronzino which was a decent size with mashed potatoes. Definitely had half of it for lunch the next day. We were the last ones there and we didn't feel rushed. Would definitely come again. read more

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After several years of waiting for the right occasion to drop dollars at Cuzin's, I finally got my shot and lemme tell you, it was worth every penny. I was pleasantly surprised to find that what you pay for is what you get: enormous portions that are very shareable, freshly cooked dishes that are expertly crafted and as decadent as you could wish. Bold, rich flavors are a part of every dish! I always roll my eyes whenever my wife orders a salad because why waste money on leaves right? And every time, my wife is right and I'm wrong The "Fried Goat Cheese Salad" is FANTASTIC, absolutely worth starting things off with. Never thought to fry goat cheese but now that's all I want. The pastas were the big winners for us. There was one that came with Seared Scallops and it was the perfect balance of tasting like the sea and having creamy sauce to swim in. The "Fettucine and Shrimp" is a classic and the "Lobster Mac" is an elevated experience compared to elsewhere. The "Fried Seafood Combo" seems like a basic thing to try but honestly it hits the spot so well. Just the right amount of seasoned breading, not too greasy, and plenty of variety in the combo. I cannot imagine one person eating this alone so it's the perfect appetizer to share...for a family of 10 I wasn't too crazy about the Branzino or the Crab Cakes. The format lacked much zestiness and the latter was more cake and less crab. The Halibut filet though a wonderfully juicy slab of fish that's worth a try. I'd say, the more people you bring the better. The restaurant has ample space for larger parties and brings the food out in a reasonable time. It's dimly lit but there are these neat mini table lamps at every setting. It makes for an altogether classy but accessible experience. It's both a blessing and a curse to have this less than 5 minutes away from my house. Pricey but perfect! read more

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This place is a staple of the community. The drinks and food are always amazing. The service and ambiance is good and authentic. Food is on point every single time. Reservations are a must, parking is usually plenty. Music is on the loud side, hard for casual or even intimate dates (unless you don't mind burrowing yourself into another persons ear). Did I say the food was very, very, tasty!!!!! Good cuts of meat, bold flavors, large plates and great seafood. Just made myself hungry. Keep living, keep eating!!!! read more

A big shout out to Ryan the hostess. We walked out of a bad reservation in a new restaurant in Neptune Hen due to bad service from first walking in. It Valentine's night and forget about getting a table so we were going to grab a drink at our favorite place and local restaurant Cuzins. It was packed and no seats at the bar. I took a shot and asked Robyn if they could squeeze in 2 for dinner. She replied sure honey give me 10 minutes. After 36 years of Valentine's dinners with my love I have never been in this situation. They sat us and as usual the meal and service was 5 stars . Thank you Cuzins for a wonderful evening. read more

Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar - Seafood Near Me - Marlboro, New Jersey

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Had a great time at Cuzin's in Marlboro, NJ last night! The espresso and dirty martini's were fantastic and the sweet & sour fried calamari was my personal favorite app! I absolutely loved the Angry Lobster Tails. The roasted garlic butter truffle oil spaghetti was chefs kiss ! Everyone enjoyed their meal and all the seafood was so fresh and tasty! 10/10 would recommend Cuzin's to anyone looking for a fun night out with friends or family! You certainly won't be disappointed! read more

Delicious food, great drinks, awesome service!!! Would definitely be back. Great for girls drinks by the bar. Bartenders are funny and great to talk to. read more

At last minute stop, riding by on our Harleys, we stopped in, wearing our gear. At first we were uncomfortable because the place is swanky, but we decided to stay. Food was amazing! Wine choices were a match. The server treated us like the Saturday night 'regulars' sitting next to us. Looking forward to going back! Maybe we'll get gussied up. read more

Great spot for a celebration. We came on a Saturday night and the vibes were great. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive. The timing of food and drinks coming out were perfect. Didn't take too long, but gave us time to chill out in between courses. Food was amazing! I could live off of the bread. We got the charcuterie, oysters, sweet and sour calamari, and steamers - no complaints! Portions were good and everything tasted fresh. My husband ordered the seafood fra diavolo and was raving about it. I personally ordered the salmon special, the glaze was fantastic and cooked just the way I wanted it! French toast dessert was recommended by our waiter - and so glad it was! It was our friends bday they came out to sing with a large candle. Overall, great place. It is a little pricey but for the portions, quality, and ambiance, it is worth it. read more

Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar - Salmon special - Seafood Near Me - Marlboro, New Jersey

I had my 60th birthday party this past Saturday in the private room of Cuzzins Seafood and Clam bar in Marlboro. Julianna organized the entire party seamlessly. She is a gem. She checked in throughout the event to make sure everything was going as planned. The party was absolutely fabulous. I requested Isabella to be our server as she is quite fabulous friendly and proficient. We did not experience any hiccups during the Party. The food was sublime from the appetizers to the charcuterie boards to the salads then the entrees and finally to the desserts. To make a great thing even better, the entire party was gluten free for me as I have Celiac Disease. I would with absolute confidence recommend Cuzzins for a party and for lunch or dinner as well. Thank you to Cuzzins, Julianna and Isabella for a job very well done! read more

Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar - The tablescape before the party started! - Seafood Near Me - Marlboro, New Jersey

Had a great lunch at Cuzin's. Our waiter Kurt was simply amazing. He was so great with his service and was so friendly. He made our lunch even better. Forgot to take most pictures of what we had but we did start with a Caesar salad and shrimp cocktail. Both were good, but I would say it's not a must order as far as the Caesar salad goes. The sandwich I had was so delicious. I had the halibut sandwich. Anytime I see halibut on a menu, I have to order it because it is my favorite fish. Never had it in a sandwich and it was simply amazing. It had roasted red peppers, & broccoli rabe on it. It was served so nice with a great order of french fries. I highly recommend it. When I go back, I will definitely order the sandwich again. It was that good. Kurt also recommended for my drink, The Scarlet Rita. It was delicious. My friend had an espresso martini which he said was great... see pics below. Kurt was also so kind to bring us 2 adult milk shots... LOL. At the end of our meal. The weather was so beautiful, so we were able to sit outside, which I also loved. I definitely recommend going to Cuzin's. read more

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The bartenders that night made our visit fantastic! The food was delicious. Champagne glasses never emptied. read more

Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar - Seafood Near Me - Marlboro, New Jersey

I just had my son's college graduation party on Saturday night, Eric and team did a great job. The food and service was amazing.