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    Mezcal

    4.5 (156 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    MEZCAL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Intimate
    Classy
    Dressy
    Good for groups

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    Cheryl J.

    Food was delicious! Waiter was friendly and attentive. The ambiance was perfect for photo opps!!

    Upvan B.

    Went there for a friend's 50th and honestly wasn't expecting it to be this packed on a Monday night - says a lot about the place. It's not the kind of spot you'd notice just walking by, but clearly people know about it. Loved the vibes too, crowd was a great mix of ages and the whole place just felt inviting. Food was a little pricey but really good, drinks hit the spot, and the bar setup overall was just solid. Staff were super friendly too, quick with suggestions whenever we needed them and kept checking in on our group to make sure everyone was taken care of. Definitely would go back for some more.

    Rai R.

    Father's Day a day earlier and fortunate to have reservations at the trendy "New York vibe" Mezcal. Modern Mexican steakhouse with fish entrees. Lily T was our server and she was great especially as we had a 3 year old and she took pictures all evening. Appetizers were great and so were entrees (skirt steak could be seasoned a bit more) Entering was an experience and the décor inside was awesome. Appetizers hand cut fries, roasted carrots, guacamole. Main course Halibut which was amazing, salmon also very good. Jumbo crab cake great. Skirt steak only a bit off from my son in NY (this is a steakhouse) Drinks served really cool especially water for our grandson. Worth a return for certain

    "Soon to be Famous" añejo, tequila, mezcal, passionfruit, turmeric, chili pepper, lime. Good but a little too sweet for me.
    Florence C.

    Great drinks, food, and fun! We had a reserved table for 6, and parking was easy across the street in a business lot after hours. Inside is gorgeous and feels like a club, with a nice lobby, beautiful interior, and a live DJ playing great music. The DJ was so good we actually asked if people dance, but our server said it wasn't really that kind of place. Honestly, it's rude for the music to be that good then. Service was excellent. Drinks and waters were refilled all night. My favorite cocktail was For The Gram. It was very balanced and came with a sage joint. Soon To Be Famous was good too but it was sweeter than I usually like. The Spanish Octopus starter was tender, perfectly cooked, and delicious. For my meal, I had the Mezcal Mixed Greens Salad with my choice of Salmon, and both were really tasty. Dessert was a tall Coconut cake and Fried Ice Cream with toasted coconut flakes. Both were good, but I wanted the coconut cake to taste more coconutty. NOTES/TIPS: **Limited parking, can park across the street after in the evening. **Wheelchair-accessible. Clean restrooms.

    Ashley B.

    My husband and I love going to the sister restaurant 618 and finally were able to snag a reservation for Mezcal. The indoor decor is like a modern lounge and the bar is impressive with the wrap around fire. We were seated at a small table for 2 near the bar. I wish there was a bit more clearance area between the bar and our table. As when there is a large group standing around the bar and being rowdy, it almost feels like they are on top of you and bumping into your chair. We ordered the no bullshit drink which they light on fire and it was quite a show. It was the perfect balance of spicy and sweet. The appetizer we decided on was the seasonal ceviche and honestly we were very disappointed. Not only was the portion size small (done in 2 large bites), it was lacking flavor. I think it needed more salt as well as citrus tang. I think a big factor was that the mango inside the ceviche wasn't ripe. We decided to go all out on the entree and got the Tomahawk steak for 2 Oaxacan style. This dish also came out on fire, I feel like there's a theme here with fire, haha. Our favorite dipping sauce that accompanies the dish was the homemade chimichurri sauce. My husband was a huge fan on the street corn while I loved the creamy mashed potatoes. My only concern was that our steak had a lot of tendon in this particular cut. This meant about a 1/4 of the steak was inedible and chewy. I was a bit upset over this because based on the price you would assume you would receive the best cut of meat and be able to eat the whole thing. We were celebrating a birthday and the waiter brought out a ice-cream cupcake free of charge. My favorite part was that he didn't make the restaurant sing happy birthday. He just handed us the cupcake, said happy birthday, and went on his merry way. It seems this restaurant wants to put a wow factor on their dishes for social media and influencers. Many items come out on fire, are revealed from lanterns, have dry ice on them, just presentation decisions meant for taking pictures or videos and posting. As the service was amazing and on point we will return to try out happy hour.

    Diana H.

    This restaurant is visually stunning and has such a cool ambience. Perfect for date night or a night out with friends. The drinks menu is so fun! The food was delicious and our server was friendly, patient, and offered good suggestions. I'd love to come back!

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    Roxanne O.

    The space is beautiful, a great spot for a date night. Our drinks came promptly, and with a little showmanship. Everything is fresh and well presented. A little bit over priced, but you're paying for the experience. What I really didn't like about the night was our service. Our server (I believe his name was Kevin?) was aloof and disinterested and frequently didnt come check in with us, especially with there being a long wait between our drinks and the food arriving. Ig didnt seem like he was that way with other patrons either.

    Payal P.

    Favorite steakhouse in the area. Love the drinks, loved all the apps and food! Def try the Mac and cheese and elote!! All the drinks were great.

    Ferrero rocher dessert martini
    Colleen D.

    Wow this place is great. No wonder it's so hard to get a reservation! They go all out on presentation...lots of wow factors. But that doesn't mean they skimped on the quality of the food. We all really enjoyed everything we had. I especially liked the Lobster paella risotto, the cauliflower tacos, and the guacamole. The lobster risotto was plentiful with 2 lobster tails. Cocktails are fantastic, lots of great options. I had the El Jefe and I have to say it's one of the best margaritas I've ever had. We really liked the clever Ferrero Rocher dessert martini which was served in a chocolate bunny....drink your martini then eat it! What a perfect dessert drink. Service here was phenomenal. We had a wonderful server who was very knowledgeable and helpful. I would definitely come here again Food tips: guacamole, Lobster paella risotto, cauliflower tacos Drink tips: El Jefe, Ferrero Rocher dessert martini

    The corn ?  Don't get me started. Incredible
    Rich C.

    Run, do not walk to Mezcal in Old Bridge. Unassuming from the street, spectacular from the parking lot to the curated inside decor. Food. Hospitality. Cocktails. All spectacular. Unique bar and THE most inspired cocktails and delivery outside of Las Vegas. It's not cheap. Please go and support this local business. Wow

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    Marcus C.

    If you want an incredible dining experience, come to Mezcal. From the moment we walked in, to the moment we walked out, everything was outstanding! We were individually greeted and each of our 4 party members had their hand shaken with sincere eye contact. Our server was incredibly knowledgeable of the menu, and gave awesome suggestions for food and drinks. She truly enhanced the experience. The food was amazing! The steaks were cooked perfectly and the sides were to die for. A special shout out to the street corn starter - this is a must. The interior was beautifully decorated and the music was at the perfect volume. You could have a conversation without shouting while still hearing the background music. The bar area with fire around the counter was super dope. You could spend a decent amount of money here, but it would be totally worth it. Make sure you get on over here and try it. 10/10

    Happy hour menu
    Neil M.

    Mezcal is a vibe, as the kids would say. It's buzzing and bustling, and for a minute, I wasn't sure whether I was at Old Bridge, NJ, or a happening Midtown spot. We went in around 8 p.m. without reservations, and the earliest table was available at 9:30 p.m. The bar (it is huge) was full, but we snagged two seats within half an hour. They had Happy Hour on when we went (8-10 on Mondays), which explained the crowd, although it looked like this place was as always busy. We ordered some drinks and bites off the HH menu - the drinks we tried (Margarita and Pistachio Martini were good, albeit a tad too sweet). Their complimentary chips (fried in beef tallow) were a nice touch. The fish (halibut) tacos were great, and esquites were okay, a bit too much dressing for my liking. We only ordered the skirt steak and whipped potatoes for the main course - and this was what really disappointed. The steak (medium rare) was really chewy, and the two of us didn't finish it. I'm not sure we let it sit out too long, but a steak house not getting pricey steak right isn't a good look. We went way past closing time, and our bartender took forever to give us our check, and never came back for it. Another bartender took care of it much later, after many attempts of trying to flag someone down. I understand the long hours and the various tasks that need attending at closing time, but leaving customers unattended for this long felt very frustrating. Overall - amazing ambience, good drinks, promising food, and service that left us wanting - I might try Mezcal again to give them another shot, but this night failed to leave a mark on me.

    Halibut, Lobster Paella Risotto
    Jennifer S.

    Popped into Mezcal for surprise bday dinner and the staff were so accommodating to our shenanigans. They made this review a 4 stars. We went crazy and ordered family style. We ordered Queso Fundido, Braised Citrus Pork Tacos, Short Rib Tacos, Achiote Fish tacos, Filet Mignon, Halibut, and Lobster Paella Risotto!! Everything was pretty good. My favorites were definitely the queso fundido and the halibut. All the flavors on the halibut dish paired soooo well together. I didn't care for the Risotto or most of the tacos though. Most of the group thought the food wasn't that great for the price and flavors. It was a really expensive dinner but overall felt worth it for the occasion. The vibe inside was fun too. Thanks again to the wonderful staff!

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    The entire experience from beginning to end was incredible the food was outstanding!!

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    Ask the Community - Mezcal

    Are reservations needed for 5 people?

    Definitely!

    Is the steak dry aged?

    I don't know. However, we have had the Spinalis and Wagyu and they are both outstanding.

    What is the dress code?

    It's casual. No shorts or t-shirt, but slacks and a polo shirt are fine.

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    Interior of restaurant

    Jasper Stone Italian Steakhouse - Appetizer:  Large Pan Seared Scallop on capered mashed potatoes

    Appetizer: Large Pan Seared Scallop on capered mashed potatoes

    Jasper Stone Italian Steakhouse - Inside table

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    Inside table

    Mezcal - mexican - Updated July 2026

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