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Dunellen Hotel Restaurant & Rathskeller

4.1 (104 reviews)
ModerateNew American, Bars
Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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DUNELLEN HOTEL RESTAURANT & RATHSKELLER ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Bacon wrapped kielbasa widow makers
Glenn A.

Most recently thoroughly enjoyed the bacon wrapped kielbasa widow makers as well as the Kobe burger. Although this place never disappoints and the lobster Reuben is a must try for first timers, the deviation from the norm was rewarded!

Dining area in the Rathskeller
Donna R.

I met a group of my girlfriend's for dinner at the Rathskeller which is in the lower level of the Dunellen Hotel. It was just how I remembered it.. Upstairs, they have a fancier dining room. I was seated immediately by a friendly waitress name Vicky. She was very attentive and helpful when ordering. Vicky gave my group wonderful service and suggestions for dinner and drinks. The Dunellen hotel has a special on Monday's, Buy One Burger, and get One Free. ( In House Special Only.) The Rathskeller is very casual, that's what appeals to all their patrons. The food is nothing fancy, more like American Comfort Food. It's consistently delicious and there are many choices to choose from including specials for the day. For appetizers they have wings, nacho platter, , blackened filet bites, ahi tuna, mozzarella sticks,potato skins, chicken tenders, steamers, and fried calamari. They have delicious burgers which are big and look juicy.For sandwiches they offer the prime rib sandwich with a horseradish sabi sauce. Flat iron steak sandwich, grilled vegetable sandwich, grilled chicken sandwich , hot pastrami sandwich , cuban sandwich, lobster ruben sandwich, Canuck sandwich, chicken balsamic focaccia, chicken Caesar wrap, and cheeseburger BLT wrap.and more. You get the picture. For entrees they have meatloaf platter, hotel pot roast dinner, herb crusted Salmon, NY Strip Steak, Chicken Parm., penne vodka, blackened chicken alfredo pasta. If your more in the mood for salads they have a nice assortment to choose from. They serve several soups along with triple onion soup, and some fish and seafood, five personal styles of pizza. There really is something for everyone. The Rathskeller is kid friendly, their Half Pints- Mac n cheese, chicken fingers, grilled cheese, hamburger, or cheeseburger are perfect for kids. I chose to have their Prime Rib Sabi Sandwich. It came with a choice of fries or vegetable. I subbed sweet potato fries for regular fries for an extra charge. The sandwich was grilled sliced Prime Rib topped with sautéed onions and swiss cheese on a toasted garlic Italian roll with a side of Horseradish Sabi Sauce. My sandwich was tender and delicious, the horseradish sauce made it. The birthday girl chose the Lobster Ruben. She enjoyed it. Me personally, I thought the sandwich was a little small. It should've been served on larger sliced rye bread or even a brioche roll,and it could've been a little thicker. Another friend chose the Grilled Chicken Sandwich -Grilled Chicken breast served on a kaiser roll with lettuce, tomato and onion. Also available lemon peppered, barbecued or blackened. You can ask your server about additional toppings. Another friend chose a special for the day. Grilled chicken taco salad bowl. She too enjoyed her meal. Last but not least my other friend ordered their wedge salad and she added grilled chicken for an extra charge. She really liked her salad. The rathskeller was kind enough to let us bring in a small little birthday cake so we could surprise our friend. We all had a wonderful evening and I will definitely be back to try their burger which looked so good.

Calamari appetizer

Ordered calamari appetizer. Smallest serving that I have ever seen. For the price it should be at least 50% more food. The spicy marinara sauce is good though

Grilled vegetable sandwich: squash, roasted pepper, mozz, mushroom, and balsamic glaze- DELISH!
Melissa D.

We've committed to supporting local businesses during this time, so we've frequented Dunellen Hotel a few times and will definitely be back! The rib eye sandwich is incredible. Soft garlic bread, tender steak, creamy melted cheese... what else could you ask for? The grilled vegetable sandwich is on foccia bread and has an outstanding balsamic glaze that holds everything together. We've also tried the lobster reuben, but compared to the other two sandwiches mentioned this one doesn't hold up. Don't get me wrong, it's okay, but man... the rib eye and the grill sandwiches are outstanding! We will be back to try something off the dinner menu very soon!

Chicken caesar salad with blacked chicken
Ja K.

We've ordered delivery from here using DoorDash and its been pretty decent. Things they do well: buffalo chicken wings, nachos and crab dip! Yum! Last nights delivery was beyond TRASH! The packaging was horrible and the portions were very small. The caesar salad had like 4 leaves lettuce, calamari portion was small. They were both $10 and we received $5 portions.

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Fantastic food, service and unique atmosphere ! I will go back. If you're in the area of Dunnellon, this must go to spot.

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Great flounder stuffed with crabmeat. Staff is friendly and atmosphere is nice. Lots of choices on menu.

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Food and service excellent. Lobster reuben is unique. Can't saw much for the ambience. Clean rest rooms.

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2 years ago

An amazing underground pub. Intimate setting with great food and drink. Ask for Michelle at the bar. She's the best.

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Always great food and good service. The crowd is a mix of everyone in the area who knows how good the burgers are in particular.

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food,service. Rathskeller atmosphere is so cool. Never had a negative experience here. Friendly atmosphere ,nice crowd

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The go-to gem. The food is always good. If you are into beer, plenty of selections. Recommend the lobster ruben.

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Dive-y local spot but the food is pretty decent, albeit slightly above a more appropriate price point.

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3 years ago

Good place for drinks and a burger a historic building. The food and service was really good great place to meet up with family and friends

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7 years ago

We come here a lot. Food is always fantastic and great service. Thanks to Vicky for making today's Friendsgiving extra special!!!

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