Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Metuchen Inn

    3.6 (246 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

    Order Metuchen Inn Takeout or Delivery

    Metuchen Inn New American Restaurant Photos

    METUCHEN INN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Intimate
    Romantic
    Classy
    Moderate noise

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Metuchen Inn

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Signature fall pumpkin arugula salad with tuna tower and salmon added
    Tom M.

    Chose to eat here since it's convenient, has private parking, and my friends have a connection with the owner. Got there early and the host was very friendly. Enjoyed the conversation and being able to sit while waiting for my guests. The restaurant wasn't crowded, and was less than 10% capacity the entire 3 hours I was there. The waitress may've been new as she had to read the specials, and ran through them quickly. Since my friends were already familiar with what they ordered, I had to ask a few questions but the waitress didn't seem as knowledgeable on the menu. The food was delicious and probably the best seared salmon I've ever had on a salad! I appreciated the crunch texture but soft and juicy rare inside. Most restaurants will over cook and make it dry. The charred octopus appetizer was also delicious and much better than most with a generous proportion. The only issue I experienced was the waitress disappeared. We had to repeatedly flag someone down to refill our waters. And decided not to refill our drinks since we didn't know how long it would take. We eventually had to request our check from the host. Most of the patrons were at the bar so I'm surprised that the service was so lacking. But I suppose liquor is where the profits may be. Still, with the dining room so empty, I would have thought that the service would be better.

    Sea Bass
    Alex N.

    The stately old Metuchen Inn welcomed our eager party with amber incandescence on a dark and damp Friday evening, and we were efficiently shuttled to our table. A very good first sign: our server didn't bat an eyelash at my asking for our Tanqueray Martinis up with olives, mixed at a six-to-one ratio. The drinks were stellar; while Rhonda and I have taken to sipping a Manhattan preprandial, we still enjoy a Martini as a treat at a nice restaurant. Another encouraging sign: having a hard time picking out an appetizer. I was very close to ordering the Blue Point oysters on the half shell, wrestled with the mussels, but settled upon the clams with chorizo and black beans. I think there's something about a clam I'll always prefer to an oyster or a mussel, although in the former case, it's a culinary crime to say so. I love the assertive brine of a clam, on the half shell or steamed. These littlenecks were steamed to perfection, with a tasteful appointment of firm black beans and small chunks of dried chorizo. Gilding shellfish with a greasy, smoky sausage is always a pro move. Rhonda tried the lobster bisque, a dish she favors quite possibly due to serially excellent executions of the corn and crab chowder at the Knife and Fork. It was perfectly viscous, avoiding the gloopy texture you'll find at a lesser establishment, and redolent of shellfish roasted into the stock. Aaron tried the charred octopus, which I am always tempted by, but often avoid, having watched a lot of YouTube videos demonstrating how much smarter octopi are than, say, me. I tried a bite, and it was pleasingly soft, with a nice smoky chair. For entrees, I went with the sea bass after wrestling with the wild boar tenderloin. Wild boar and I have a history: on our trip in 2000 to Sienna, Italy, wild board ragù was on every menu, often served with pici pasta, a long tubular noodle expressly designed for soaking up condimento. I recently found boar on a local eatery's menu, but it had sold out before I could order the dish. I was similarly tempted by the pork osso bucco and the venison tenderloin; there is something about a chilly fall night that invites a curated meat dish, especially game. But I had sucked down my share of wine that afternoon, and future meals loomed in the horizon, so I went with the special. This was a spectacular dish: perfectly crisp skin, tender, flaky flesh, all piled atop cherry tomatoes and asparagus. Not a carb in sight. It's the kind of dish you can eat and lick clean and not feel bad about it. Rhonda went for the lamb chops, which looked fabulous. Aaron, my adventurous counterpart in all things culinary, waited to hear what I ordered before pulling the trigger on the boar. Plated tastefully around a mound of mashed sweet potatoes and a pile of asparagus, it was a sous vide masterpiece, cooked to a perfect medium rare. The service was attentive and brisk, with impeccable pacing. This all fell apart once dessert was ordered; it took a long time to come out, and we had to flag down a server to bring us our check. It had been a long day of driving, and we were keen to get back to the room for some rest. And maybe some more wine. I would go back in a heartbeat. It is, to my taste, the perfect spot to celebrate with the ones you cherish the most on a chilly night. Or any night, I imagine.

    Naty T.

    I'm not sure why this restaurant has the low ratings it does because the food here is divine! It's a little house looking place with a full bar and prompt service. We were attended right away and the service was great throughout our dinner. The food came out quick and the presentation was great. Overall the best thing was the taste. SO GOOD. The meatball appetizer was my favorite. The best meatballs I've ever had. So soft and flavorful. Honestly wish there were more than two. I would def come back.

    Crispy Calamari
    Abby C.

    After almost 20 years of living in Metuchen, I finally got to visit Metuchen Inn and wasn't disappointed! A few co-workers and I went for a holiday lunch and ordered a range of items. A complementary roll, hummus, EVOO, and radishes came out first which were tasty. We tried the calamari and meatballs which I thought were very good. The meatballs fell apart easily and had great flavor, as well as came with polenta which I've never tried but enjoyed. The calamari was good, but the combination of that and the orzo they had underneath made it particularly delicious. I ordered the wild mushroom fettuccine, and my co-workers ordered a variety of pasta dishes and salads which they all mostly enjoyed. The mushroom fettuccine was a 3.5/5, pretty good overall but not sure I'd order it again. I enjoyed my co-workers sausage and broccoli rabe pasta more. We also ordered creme brûlée and cheesecake, both of which are amazing. The prices and the service were great, and the restaurant was clean and felt very homey. I'd definitely recommend if you're looking for a cozy night out. I'll definitely be back!

    Braised Beef Short Ribs
    Jimaye F.

    The ambiance was a cute quaint place. Nice mix between classic, jazz, and ratatouille kind of music. The service was good everything you expect from an upscale restaurant. The food was good. It didn't amaze me and it's a bit pricey for what you get but it is a nice dinner spot where everything is pretty good. I would say everything is average to pretty good. Nothing spectacular though.

    Maryland Crab Cake
    Pri W.

    Beautifully decorated restaurant with a cozy, intimate setting. No need to worry about street parking as they have their own parking lot. The restaurant was a lot more expansive than I thought and we were able to walk in on a Saturday night without a reservation (though I recommend making one to be safe). Service was friendly but it did take quite a while for our drinks to arrive, likely due to how busy they were. They start by providing fresh bread with a Mediterranean spread (hummus, olives and olive oil) which was nice. We got the crab cake as an appetizer and steak and branzino as our mains. The best part was actually the dessert- one of the best bread puddings we've ever had!

    Dec 2023 outside
    Kirsten K.

    How does The Metuchen Inn not have a higher rating on Yelp?! First off, the renovated mid-1800s building is just beautiful with tasteful and soothing decor. I loved the huge fragrant bouquet of tropical flowers next to the reservations stand. I had made a reservation on the phone a few days ahead and got a text message to confirm. We were seated immediately upon arrival at the scheduled time. Our party of four enjoyed an excellent two hour complete dinner from appetizers and entrees to drinks and desserts. The standouts of everything we ordered were the two different fish entrees, Branzino and Halibut. The salad special was also particularly tasty and fresh. The only thing I would not recommend is the eggplant rollatini appetizer. I thought the tomato sauce was much too acidic and the cheese was not really flavorful. The person in our group who ate the Crabmeat Ravioli said it was bland and needed more salt and seasoning. Background music was familiar 60s and 70s hits by easy-listening groups like The Byrds; Peter, Paul and Mary; and CS&N. I have to acknowledge all the outstanding staff and especially our server Guillermo. He was exceptionally welcoming, helpful, and gracious. He and all the staff sang Happy Birthday to my Dad (82 years old!) and helped make my Dad's birthday dinner out a special experience. We had a great night. Thank you Metuchen Inn!

    Vanilla Cheese Cake
    Nicole F.

    This cozy gem feels like stepping into a Hallmark movie inn--Charming and full of character. The food was excellent, and our server, Guillermo, provided exceptional service. The space is small, so it does get crowded, and parking can be a bit tricky, but the food makes up for it. A reservation is a must, as this spot is popular. Definitely recommend the Metuchen Inn for a romantic evening or special occasion--just be sure to plan ahead!

    what should've been a nice birthday dinner for my sister turned out to be a pure disaster. While Yvonne, our waitress was very good , that is where the good ended. I ordered the steak special, asked for it to be cooked medium rare. The left side of it was well done, and the right side was almost purple. It was very tough . The entire plate was room temperature. They took it away claiming they would make another steak. They brought back the same steak cooked even more . so completely well done. I finally settled on a salad with chicken in it . It was nothing special . My sister ordered the halibut special, which also arrived cold . After they reheated it , She proceeded to eat her dinner until she found a black hair on the fish. The waitress assured us that we would get a complementary dessert. When it came time for dessert, they offered one for the two of us. We asked to speak to the manager on duty who came over and tried to apologize. He assured us he would only be charging us for the fish, and the bottle of which would be $60. I let him know that we no intention of paying for fish that had hair in it. He asked us if the hair was from a man or a woman.? does that really matter? It was a black hair and we both have blonde hair so it certainly wasn't ours. In the end, I told him we would pay for the salad that I ate plus the bottle of water and nothing more. He did give us two desserts to take home, but what should've been a nice birthday dinner turned out to be a disaster. I have not been to this restaurant in many years and I have no intention of ever going back .

    Lingerie and shrimp

    I went to a birthday party and had stuff mushroom and linguine and shrimp. The stuff mushrooms weee delicious. The sauce was perfectly seasoned. The stuffed mushrooms were tender. The linguine and shrimp was very good! The sauce needs more garlic and it was not salty! The linguine was past aldente but it was still good! Overall I had a great time at this place and would definitely eat here again!

    See all

    Photo of Mark F.
    16
    972
    1156

    6 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 2
    Photo of Ms F.
    16
    302
    263

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 3
    Love this 2
    Oh no 2

    2 years ago

    Helpful 14
    Thanks 4
    Love this 16
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Never disappoints. Food was delicious. Our servers were attentive and sweet. Drinks were great.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of S. S.
    0
    116
    0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Michael M.
    3441
    1783
    26228

    3 years ago

    Helpful 22
    Thanks 2
    Love this 20
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Food and service were good. The atmosphere was completely ruined by playing Fox News loudly during the dinner hour.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 10
    Thanks 1
    Love this 10
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 1
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tony C.
    1
    21
    48

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Toni D.
    63
    12
    5

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 4

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    4 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 3
    Love this 3
    Oh no 3

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Deb A.
    101
    449
    2070

    8 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 7

    Metuchen Inn Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Metuchen Inn

    You might also consider

    Chongqing Wharf Edison - One Lobster per table

    Chongqing Wharf Edison

    4.5(82 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    This was our third visit, and it's consistently one of our favorite spots for hot pot. Kids under…read more1.2m eat free, so for us (two adults + one kid), it's a great value. The seafood is extremely fresh, the broths are rich and flavorful, and the selection of small dishes is huge. There are tons of options for sides, appetizers, and even BBQ items before the meal. The dessert selection is also impressive. One thing I hope they can improve is the ice jelly (冰粉). The current red version tastes a bit like Jell-O, which feels a little off compared to authentic Chongqing ice jelly -- would love to see a more traditional texture and flavor in the future. My personal must-haves here are the lobster, crayfish, beef tripe, and pork aorta (黄喉) -- always fresh, always delicious. Overall, amazing quality, super fresh seafood, and great variety. No wonder we keep coming back.

    First time here and loved the experience! Staff were very nice and friendly and service was quick…read moreand efficient. There is such a large selection of seafood to choose from, for the price of $63.99 per person, it is not bad especially considering how much seafood and meat costs. Ordering is easy as each table has their own tablet to place orders but my only gripe was that staff need to enter a code before you can submit to the kitchen. Drinks are self service and you can get as many as you like, from sodas, water, soy milk, green tea. There is also a sauce bar that is kept very clean. Decor is amazing as staff informed me that the paintings on the walls were hand painted by an artist from China. For every 2 people, you get an option of a lobster or another type of seafood. Seafood options range from mussels to class and even razor clams. Plenty of meat and veggie options as well. Although this is supposed to be a hotpot and bbq restaurant, hotpot is the only thing available as the restaurant does not have the proper ventilation installed for the bbq grills, although the grills are right next to the hotpot. That's unfortunate as I was looking forward to grilling some of the seafood. For dessert, they had durian which I tried for the first time. It was super creamy and sweet! I've been missing out this whole time! Overall, our entire experience was great and I would definitely return.

    Photos
    Chongqing Wharf Edison
    Chongqing Wharf Edison - Fresh Crabs, Fish Filets, Shrimp

    Fresh Crabs, Fish Filets, Shrimp

    Chongqing Wharf Edison - Watercress

    See all

    Watercress

    Nauti Cajun Crab - Bang bang shrimp tacos

    Nauti Cajun Crab

    4.2(225 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    Had the best experience this weekend at Nauti Crab ...it was seriously to die for!…read moreFrom the moment we walked in, the servers were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I made a reservation ahead of time since I heard it gets pretty packed, and I'm glad I did because we were seated right away with no wait. We placed our order and the food came out quickly, which was a huge plus. Everything we had was absolutely delicious. the seafood was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. Honestly, I have no complaints at all. Amazing food, great service, and an overall awesome experience. Definitely a spot I'll be going back to!

    Came here after close to 5 years for a birthday dinner. Was very impressed about how open, airy,…read moreand modern the interior was. I just did pickup the last time due to COVID. We had reservations and were immediately seated even though our full party wasn't there--which was appreciated. Richard was our server, and he was extremely pleasant and helpful. It is BYOB, and there is a liquor store right at the next corner, so very convenient. And there was a decent amount of free on street parking. We ordered some apps --entrees (some ordered seafood boil) others plated meals.. dessert as well. Everyone loved the flavored lemonade. Standouts for me where the crab fries--omg, every bit of a fry in this place was so delicious... from the plain, crab, and sweet potato. They were all prepared perfectly with the right amount of seasoning. My husband was very disappointed in his wings... it seems as though the recipe or chef changed since the last time we were here for the wings and the garlic noodles--they were both very underwhelming. My Canadian King salmon was perfectly medium which I appreciated.. not very seasoned, but I really liked the texture. Some of the party didn't really like how spicy their boil was and with not enough sauce--and their boils are pretty pricey, so that was a bit of a bummer. I heard good things about the dessert, specifically the key lime pie. They were very thoughtful in playing Stevie Wonder's Happy Birthday for our birthday girl.. it was definitely the extended version lol.. but it was really cute. Love the music videos playing on the screen in the center of the room. Also a cute touch. Overall, there were some misses, but I believe the hits were spot on, hence my rating.. I would return to try the rest of the menu.

    Photos
    Nauti Cajun Crab
    Nauti Cajun Crab - Shrimp tacos

    Shrimp tacos

    Nauti Cajun Crab - Sea lovers seafood boil

    See all

    Sea lovers seafood boil

    Hot Space Grilled Fish - Roasted beef skewer - it was ok

    Hot Space Grilled Fish

    4.6(172 reviews)
    3.3 mi

    It's been a while since we were last here. Hubs has been wanting to come back here, ever since…read more We got here and were immediately seated at a booth against the wall. We were given an iPad and ordered the following: Preserved eggs mixed with tofu - Hubs and Daughter loved this a lot, especially the century eggs. She said that she wished that the bowl was bigger. She was fighting us for it. LOL Grilled Stripe bass (2 lb) with Spicy tofu pudding flavor, luncheon meat, golden combination, black fungus, beancurd stick, mini sausage, instant noodles. Hubs said that he would've preferred the buffalo fish because he thought it tasted better. But, it was too many bones for Daughter and I, so he got the stripe bass instead. This was delicious! It was nice and spicy but not too spicy. Just the right amount. We also ordered white rice, but we only got a bowl and was hoping for more. They were generous with the instant noodle, though. It came in a small casserole pot. Hubs love this place. He loves the presentation of the fish with sides surrounding it in a big rectangular heated platter. There's this big wall of video going on with karaoke for those who are interested in singing. There was only one other table dining when we were there, so no one was singing during that time. Service was what you'd expect at a Chinese restaurant, quick and efficient. Will definitely to try other fish entrees when we get a chance!

    Food: 5/5 The food was delicious - hitting the right balance…read moreof flavor and spiciness. The fish is definitely the highlight and should be a must order. The crawfish is also packed with flavor. The garlic, umami taste is well worth the effort of peeling these little guys. Service: 5/5 Efficient and attentive. Our waters were refilled promptly and our used plates were also cleared. Ambiance: 4/5 It a casual, large dining room. Nothing noteworthy minus the huge screen showing Asian music videos. Its well appointed for family or small to larger dining parties. Our party of 5 fit comfortably in the booth but there are regular tables available.

    Photos
    Hot Space Grilled Fish - Karaoke stage on the upper left.

    Karaoke stage on the upper left.

    Hot Space Grilled Fish - Striped bass with lotus roots, bean curd, and potatoes.

    Striped bass with lotus roots, bean curd, and potatoes.

    Hot Space Grilled Fish - Dining area

    See all

    Dining area

    All Blue Chinese Cuisine - Stir fry beef tripe

    All Blue Chinese Cuisine

    4.3(116 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    If you have a "craving Chinese stomach" like me, this place is a literal lifesaver. All Blue…read moreChinese Cuisine in Edison serves up authentic Sichuan and Jianghu-style dishes that instantly transported me back home! We ordered the Pickled Pepper Frog with Chicken, Stir Fry Chicken Giblets and Throat and Stew Tofu with Crab Roe. The overall vibe? Pure happiness. The Food Breakdown: Pickled Pepper Frog with Chicken An absolute genius pairing! The bullfrog and chicken are incredibly tender with zero gamey taste. Creatively, it's a 10/10. My only tiny critique is that it leans a bit salty, but it's perfect when paired with white rice. The more you eat, the more addictive it gets! Stew Tofu with Crab Roe You have to get a scoop of this. The golden crab roe sauce perfectly coats the silken tofu. It's savory, sweet, and velvety, which beautifully cuts through the heat of the other spicy dishes. I could honestly down three bowls of rice just mixing it with this sauce. Plus, the portion size is huge and super affordable.

    Decent Sichuan place by NJ standards. Ordered 3 dishes for takeout…read more Didnt like the cumin lamb which is usually one of my favorites. Won't order that again. Gizzard and spicy fish dishes were good. In fact the spicy fish was better than most other places.. the sauce they used was really flavorful. Not too spicy Dishes a little on the smaller side.

    Photos
    All Blue Chinese Cuisine - Tables

    Tables

    All Blue Chinese Cuisine - Double Cooked Pork Slices

    Double Cooked Pork Slices

    All Blue Chinese Cuisine - Chili beef tendon

    See all

    Chili beef tendon

    Spice 24

    Spice 24

    3.9(309 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$

    i came here with a group of 6 people & there was so much food, i really thought i snapped a pic of…read moreit all! unfortunately i didn't, so ill recap on the tastier selections. i ordered the mala soup w/ ramen noodles and added beef, broccoli, cilantro, corn, & bok choy. (the broth wasn't signature but it was a type of soup that also had mala in it) it was delicious but i am not a big fan of the numbing taste/sensation. i ended up recooking it at home to really enjoy it. i also ordered scallion pancakes and it very flaky and flavorful. the table ordered 2 sets of mala wings, a soft shell crab, crispy pork belly, two other signature mala soups, and a fried rice with added steak i believe. everything was very yummy, and the only thing i would change besides the soup would be the wings. i would try the black pepper flavor instead. the mala wings were a bit underwhelming being that we've had at least five different mala flavored meals at the table. the restaurant was a bit smaller than i expected from the social medias, but the staff was kind and very informative. i'd return and try different options!

    Small shop at the Edison food court in the strip mall near the HMart…read more Seating is busy - they didn't like when friends joined us, but they were ok once we ordered more. Menu is a QR code. The ma la dry hotpot was just so-so - had better flavor, this was just spicy. The shredded potato was so-so, not much favor compared to the Hot Fish version and not really sour or spicy of note. The 1/4 salt baked chicken was quite good, though. Sizzling Jelly in stone pot was not bad, either, a good balance. I also liked the peppery chicken wings. Mix of good and ok, and the crowd was waiting for seating, so it does get busy. Service was basically absent but I'm not surprised with how busy it was.

    Photos
    Spice 24
    Spice 24
    Spice 24 - Dining room

    See all

    Dining room

    Metuchen Inn - newamerican - Updated June 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...