Good Food and Service - Local Institution…read more Welcoming place. Attentive and friendly owners and staff. Irish Fries were a great start. Burgers to follow; I had the "Scully" and my wife had the "Rodeo". Both were first rate. Atmosphere and history in a place is hard to find and McGoverns nails it. Well done Mike & Morgan and the McGoverns team. Tip: Parking is tough, park around the corner in the pay lot, 10 bucks. Great local bar in the heart of Newark. Great atmosphere and good staff. Worth stopping by if your in the area. Thanks

We had our NJIT Iota Kappa Phi--Tau Lamda annual alumni fraternity reunion here. This is a great…read moreplace for this type of event. Historic roots in the Newark Community, the Tavern has the interior from when it was in its own building. Went here often in college. Bill Scully, the owner at the time is a major branding. Rectangular bar with several dining rooms. Great selection of beers, ciders, wine, and mixed drinks. I got the Scully Burger which includes Taylor Ham. We had plenty of good appetizers. Our Waitress and her colleagues were amazing

Love O'Donnells pub! Bartender is great and the Guinness is even better-best bar ever!read more

They have such a nice chill vibe here, you will really enjoy yourself. For the holiday season, they…read morehave some great window Christmas displays that add to the ambiance. Bonus points for a solid Guinness, a nice shot of Jameson, and Touch tunes serving up the jukebox jams. It's good for groups or a nightcap with a date. Unique beer selection, too.

This is one of Newark's oldest continuously operating bars and is an iconic staple of the city. I…read morelove the fact that it is directly next to the train station. The ladies that run this joint are awesome. Peg served me buffalo chicken tenders with a side of fries, and even though my mouth was on fire, I enjoyed every moment. Peg was intrigued by my love of trains when she saw my video camera and so I started telling her about various different types of trains and how we can improve them for a better tomorrow. I run a YouTube channel in which I film trains with my Sony CX-405 and I have been doing so for the past 10 years. My channel handle is @ih8kone, so go and check it out.

10/20/2025 We came to Newark just to revisit Bello's & They didn't disappoint! My gosh this…read moreestablishment has the *best employees & customers! "Thank you PEGGY!" Another wonderful experience! I ordered the Gnocchi and Sausage (again) it was spectacular, highly recommend! Bello's is a vibe!

Looking at all the 5 Star reviews, I am guessing it's mostly for the Beer and the fact that it's a…read moregood place to hang out with coworkers or friends. Unfortunately, I ordered a LIT, which was very weak. Fish and Chips had no flavor (not even salt), which was disappointing. Even their Shrimp Tacos was a little off. Service was not bad but could have been better, considering that pub was mostly empty when we visited but our orders took awhile to be delivered.

Came here after work with some coworkers for a quick drink and some light bites. Kill Kenny…read moreAleHouse definitely has that classic dive bar vibe--laid-back, unpretentious, and a great spot to hang out with friends or coworkers. It's also conveniently located near cultural and residential areas, making it a solid pre-game or pre-concert stop. They had happy hour going on, which is always a plus. Service was surprisingly attentive for a dive bar--we were hanging out in the back, and the staff still checked on us regularly, which I appreciated. The atmosphere was chill, exactly what you'd expect from a neighborhood bar. I had a glass of Merlot, which was decent, though in hindsight, a draft beer probably would've been the better move for the setting. As for food, I got the wings--big, decent, and satisfying, though not the best I've ever had. Still, they did the job. Overall, Kill Kenny AleHouse is a solid local spot if you're looking for a relaxed, no-frills place to grab a drink and some bar food. I'd definitely come back when I'm in the area and need a casual spot to unwind.

Great vibes with trivia and karaoke nights. Decent bar food and attentive staff. Reliable.read more

I've gotten food to go here a few times. The first time I called, they put me on a hold and never…read morecame back and even calling back it was only a busy signal. But after I gave it another shot later, I realized they take online orders. The estimated time here does seem to be off though, as I showed up about 5 minutes before the ETA and it was already sitting around being less hot. So maybe estimate picking up even earlier than that. When I came, the place was packed, but it was a game night. The kitchen/pick up area is way in the back, but I will say, their hot pretzel is fantastic. The flavor itself is good and crunchy, but with the cheese sauce, it was truly delectable. It was just pure thick cheddary liquid goodness. It also came with a mustard if you're that sort, but just the combo of pretzel and cheese makes for such a good and quick snack. They also have a trivia night promotion, so I'm interested in checking that out, but for bar food (even to go) is pretty solid.

Great food. Must say. The steak was cooked perfect and on point. The owner was wonderful. Such a…read moregreat hostess! Parked VIP with our bikes. Sat outside. Everything was perfect! Thanks Tony!

I had a great time here the atmosphere and Natalia, the bartender was really nice and attentive. I…read moreask for a drink and she make me one right away. I ask her to put the soccer game and she did it. Definitely, Goin back to watch a game with cocktails....

This Place is super clean & recently renovated, I live down the street & remember the old bar it…read moreused to be, they have cleaned up the place nicely. They have a Pool table, jukebox, plenty of table & bar space, Big TVs to watch the games or what ever channel u like to watch (owners are cool enough they just hand over the remote) Food is pretty good for bar food, I usually buy the Chicken Lomo with a side of Wings when my girlfriend doesn't feel like cooking since there literally down the street from me. (I Place the order over the phone and walk over to pick it up) Place is still rather new to the neighborhood so not A lot of customers, but don't let that detour you from checking it out yourself!

Araya's Tavern is the kind of neighborhood spot that feels like a hidden gem. The atmosphere is…read morecasual and welcoming, with a cozy bar area and plenty of seating for friends or a low-key night out. The staff is friendly and attentive, making you feel like a regular from the moment you walk in. The drinks are solid, whether you're grabbing a beer, cocktail, or one of their pitchers to share with a group. The food hits the mark too, classic pub fare done well, from juicy burgers to hearty sandwiches. Portions are generous and perfect for sharing if you're feeling hungry.

At first glance I literally said, "This is a bar!" -- but after three failed attempts at other…read morerestaurants, the bar won! And I'm glad it did. We ordered steak tacos, chicken wings, and shrimp and fries, and everything hit the spot. Either we were starving (which we definitely were) or the food was just that good -- probably both It felt like someone's Uncle Ned was back in the kitchen frying things up perfectly. Sometimes the best food comes from the places you least expect. The Greenroom definitely earned the win for the night.

I stopped into this bar and grill for an ugly sweater contest meet up. When I arrived I parked on…read morethe street nearby. I walked in and found my group. We were served by Lindsey and she was nice. I ordered: Vodka Martini Lemon pepper/Thai Chili Wings Coconut Shrimp Cheeseburger I enjoyed the Cheeseburger! It was big and the fries were good! All in all a good experience!

Every time i come here its such a hit!!! It's definitely one of my favorite hole in the wall places…read morethat I've been coming to for about 8 years. The food is probably the closest you can get to actual Spanish tapas but what i love most about this place is that everythings got flavorrrrr For our table of 4 we got CROQUETAS with their house cured chorizo- very good POLLO FIORENTINA- chicken was so tender and packeddd with flavor! BARRIGUITA- plentiful serving for a tapa, we loved the potatoes it came with too CHICHARRON DE POLLO- flavorful chicken and easier to eat than you think TARTAR- delish but small Chipirones- sooo delicately breaded you can barely tell, was great COSTILLA A LA PLANCHA- plentiful for a tapa, we recommend cooking for longer since its traditionally a tough cut of beef SAUTED VEGETABLES- tastey and not mushy thankfully! MILLIONAIRE CAIPIRINHA for my drink. was soooo good, not too sweet and not quite as sour as a margarita, was perfect for me!

Casa d'Paco is a great spot with a really cool setup. When you first walk in, it feels like a…read moresmaller, quiet place with a nice bar but then you realize they have an additional space on the side which completely changes the vibe in a good way. When I was there, they had a DJ playing, and it added energy without being too loud or overwhelming. The Service was very good, the waiter answered and helped with all our questions. The food was absolutely amazing really flavorful and well done. Just be a little prepared that most dishes come in smaller portions. But the quality definitely makes up for it. I ordered the paella, and it's easily enough for two or even three people and it was well worth it. Really delicious. The drinks were also definitely worth trying while you're there. The only thing I wasn't big on was the desserts they didn't quite live up to the rest of the meal. But overall, great atmosphere, excellent food, and a fun experience. I'd definitely come back.

Any old-timers out there remember when this was The Nutley Pub? (As one Yelper wrote, "Not the…read moreclassiest bar but..." - which perfectly summed up the last place.) Now going strong for well over a decade (?!) - Cowan's is classy and cool and leans into its strengths. Easily the hippest and most-happening spot in Nutley (and the surrounding towns) for the 'mature crowd' that's probably more interested in mash and hops and wort than getting hammered and making bad decisions at last call. The (ever rotating) beers on tap are stellar. The selection of bottles (of the harder stuff) on the picturesque back bar are eye-catching (even if I never heard of half of them). (After a few visits I still haven't tried the food. One of these days I'll get around to that, I promise.) Recommended, for sure.

Loved the decor for Christmas!!!! They went all out!!! It's a casual bar with seasonal drinks!!!…read moreDrinks were delicious! Service was great! I didn't eat but they serve bar food!