Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Mezcal

    4.5 (151 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

    Mezcal Photos

    MEZCAL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Intimate
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Mezcal

    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

    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

    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.

    Truffle fries
    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.

    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

    Entrance
    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

    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!

    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.

    Marta F.

    Where do I start! We came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. There is parking available behind the restaurant. You walk into this beautiful hallway that leads to the bar. This place is beautiful the aesthetics is outstanding. We were a party of six and our server was amazing explained everything from the drinks to the food items. We started off with a cosmo each and ordered 2 appetizers the guac and the octopus, both were very good. For the main we got the porterhouse and the lobster paella risotto with 4 different sides to share. Had another round of drinks and some green tea shots. They brought a cake and sang happy birthday. Now time for the bill!!!! Granted I did know this place was more of an upscale place and we have done that before. When we opened the check and saw the bill it was over $800 WOW without the tip. All in all I might just come back for the food too expensive to drink here. Good couples spot not for larger groups.

    Tatiana J.

    I've been here twice now and everything about it is amazing! The food is always a 10/10. The staff is so kind, and always have a positive attitude. They even help with suggestions based on what you like! The ambiance is great as well, such a picture perfect place. Everything about this restaurant is cool and tasty.

    Maryanne P.

    This place was amazing!... food excellent, drinks very good with cool presentations... beautiful ambiance great photo ops definitely recommend. Kevin S. Awesome waiter John and Louise were wondering and attentive as well all staff friendly Lobster Risotto Skirt steak w/chimicurri Shrimp cocktail Fried Mexican Icecream All wonderful!

    Desiree F.

    I stopped in for dinner and when I arrived I parked in their lot. I walked into a really nice restaurant! I was greeted and sat. I was served by a great server! I ordered: Spice is Nice Short Rib Tacos Pollo Al Carbon Esquites The food was very tasty and I loved the chicken dish and I also liked the cocktail Spice is Nice! All in all a great experience!

    Maria V.

    So I went here for my birthday with my best friends. Definitely need reservations. I went on a Sunday night and it was pretty busy. I was told mixed reviews before I came . Some loved it and some said it was overpriced. For one- the place is GORGEOUS and has a vibe. I love the decor and the steam coming from the one side of the bar. Service was friendly although they seemed a little overwhelmed but the food and drinks were awesome We had the Spanish octopus and the jumbo crab cakes which were pretty good We had the skirt steak which was pretty good The esquites ( side of Mexican corn off the Cobb) was f'ing amazing . Must have !!!!! We also had the butter whipped mashed potatoes which was pretty good too Drinks - i had the soon to be famous and for the gram and they were both tasty . Loved the presentations

    Daniella S.

    Ambience is beautiful and the decor is great. Staff and service was excellent. Food was good. Octopus was good flavored alittle chewy. Drinks were impressive. My chicken meal was plentiful and very good. Oysters were good but there should be more choice of selection. Dessert was nice. All in all it's a nice place but wasn't overly impressed by the food. Will try again and update if change.

    See all

    10 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Claire C.
    56
    111
    10

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Been R.
    0
    73
    25

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Nikita T.
    22
    100
    1

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 2

    1 year ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    27 days ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mi M.
    0
    16
    30

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of John K.
    7
    73
    13

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Melissa G.
    2
    105
    281

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Chris A.
    179
    1506
    1188

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sara G.
    38
    22
    3

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Amy T.
    0
    15
    4

    9 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tiye L.
    0
    26
    15

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tom D.
    0
    31
    7

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Thank you for your review Tom!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Matthew B.

    Matthew B.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    Page 3 of 4

    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.

    View All 5 Questions

    You might also consider

    Madison Modern Social - Wellington

    Madison Modern Social

    3.6(76 reviews)
    4.0 mi

    I've been to this location four times -- once on a date, once on another date (lol), once with…read moreyounger family members on a holiday, and another time with my girlfriends. Every single time, it did not disappoint. What I love about this place is that it has the decor and vibe of a trendy Manhattan spot, but the manager and even the girls at the front are super sweet and welcoming. It has an upscale vibe, but still feels warm and approachable. The food is fantastic, the service is wonderful, the drinks are great, and the decor is beautiful. I haven't experienced the live music yet, but a couple of times I went on the weekends it had a fun party vibe with great music. If you're going on a date and want it a little quieter, I'd suggest going earlier in the evening. I also think there are certain days with live music and others that are more low-key. Overall, this is a great addition to the area. I will definitely be back. It's perfect for family outings, date night, girls' night, or even being bold and going solo.

    An expensive lesson in overhyped venues...Let me start positive. The service and attention was the…read morebest you could ask for. That being said, the $35 Chicken Parm is so fantastic you have to pay extra for the pasta. I was afraid to ask what the $235 Tomahawk Steak didn't come with. The meal is presented fabulously in 2D. The small portions are spread sparingly across the nice big long plates with a colorful manage of sauces framing your meal, giving the illusion that the serving is generous and worthy of celebration. The event ends long before your palette is quenched and you find yourself calculating that the experience may not be worth the cost. A notion confirmed upon receiving the check. The pretentious "social club" in title leads those blindly paying almost $20 for a cocktail in the expectation that not only their thirst will be satiated but their hearts as well. For if one is willing and has the means to afford such gifts for themselves, surely they can be persuaded to share their wealth. The attempt to combine a non traditional Italian restaurant with a privileged to enter social club becomes the pinnacle of indigestion as the shared sound system between the two venues is raised to a volume around sunset making it difficult to finish a discussion that started two minutes ago and impossible to start any new meaningful interlude. All this experience overload (and expense overload) comes with a real sense of regret when you realize upon leaving, that which seemed curious to you when you entered....I'm in a strip mall off Route 9 in central Jersey. Do yourself a favor, save your money and goto any number of the cool good time venues located in or around Old Bridge, NJ where the beers are still $5, the drinks are $10 and the cool vibes are free of regrets.

    Photos
    Madison Modern Social - Branzino

    Branzino

    Madison Modern Social - Inside Decor

    Inside Decor

    Madison Modern Social - Restroom area

    See all

    Restroom area

    3BR Distillery - fun wall

    3BR Distillery

    4.7(90 reviews)
    8.2 mi
    $$

    Love this little hidden gem in the beach town of Keyport. My husband brought me here once before,…read morethis was our second visit, and we will definitely be back for an upcoming recurring event we learned about. When you drive past, you might not exactly know it's there- almost looks like a warehouse or closed shop when passing by. It is dark and gives speak-easy vibes. When you enter, it looks like you time traveled into the old USSR with Soviet decor. We had the horseradish shots (spicy to the perfect level- not the kind that makes your nose burn), my husband had some kind of hibiscus or fruity drink, and I had the extra dirty martini. LOVED the pickle stuffed olives that came with my drink. I selected the gin, but would opt for the vodka version next time to see if I could taste more olives. Our server was incredibly friendly, and when we asked about bloody Mary's, he mentioned that on certain weekends for $25 you can pay to get in and drink bloody Mary's and have Oysters. We will certainly be coming by to try! Overall, such a unique, off the beaten path experience. 10/10 recommend.

    I rarely update reviews, but figured since I was having a new experience here. It was worth the…read moreupdate. I've been coming to three of you for a while, and I've always really loved the experience. The complexity of the drinks and the thought that goes into them is really appealing to me, and I think it's worth the price of the drinks, given all that goes into them. The staff here is all super friendly, and the environment is incredibly chic. They recently added more couches, and it truly has a lounge feel, which I think is really lovely. Recently, I needed to host a private event, and I knew they had experience hosting events, so I reached out to Maks to book my celebration. The planning part of this process was extremely smooth. Max was very responsive, making it very easy, and they were flexible with the details. As for the price, I thought it was very reasonable, and I rented the entire space, which I considered a good deal. The start of the day of the party was invaluable; they arrived early to set up, which allowed me to set up what I needed as well. My guest had really great interactions with the staff, and they truly loved the environment, the drinks, and I know they had fun talking with the bartenders, which made the experience worthwhile in my opinion. Thank you, 3 BR, for helping me celebrate some tremendous milestones in my life. If you need to book a private event, I would recommend checking out this place first and speaking with the staff. I don't think you would regret booking a private event with them, as I would not hesitate to do it again. .

    Photos
    3BR Distillery - Storefront

    Storefront

    3BR Distillery - Beautiful bar with distillery in back

    Beautiful bar with distillery in back

    3BR Distillery - Great changing art wall.

    See all

    Great changing art wall.

    Lita - Vieiras "À Bulhão Pato"

    Lita

    4.3(166 reviews)
    6.7 mi
    $$$$

    Fantastic! Everything we ordered was so yummy and perfectly seasoned. The service was awesome. I'm…read morestill thinking about the cabbage, it was so tender and light. Will be back for sure to try out the paella! First place I've seen do a ticket system for picking up leftovers at the end of the meal. Cool idea.

    Came for the Tasting menu experience, at the Chefs counter. Was quite happy with the visit…read more It's a nice restaurant inside, although located within a random strip mall. The parking was actually full when we arrived, possibly because of the bar using the same lot. But there is an elevated connected lot for the bowling alley that has plenty of parking. I have to say that the best thing about this place is the service: everyone was very friendly, and quick to attend us. Food was great, except maybe the flake fish (first course). Seemed more Spanish to me than Portuguese though. Portions were huge... actually had leftovers from a dish, which is the first for me from a tasting menu. The prices were reasonable In terms of why I'm giving this 4 star instead of 5: -we were seated at the "Chefs counter", but did not really have a view of the prep, which was really far away. Basically could just see the fireplace. The sister restaurant Heirloom is a much better chef's counter setup where you are seeing everything -Dishes seemed to be regular menu type dishes (just smaller portions), as opposed to super interesting types that you would expect from a tasting menu -Beverage pairing was okay... didn't really love the wines For these reasons, I'd likely return, but just stick to the regular menu/ experience.

    Photos
    Lita - Open Kitchen

    Open Kitchen

    Lita - Croquetas de Pato

    Croquetas de Pato

    Lita - Shrimp and garlic paella for 2

    See all

    Shrimp and garlic paella for 2

    Feast Italian Kitchen - Lasagna

    Feast Italian Kitchen

    3.6(213 reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$

    I remember when this place used to be Bensi, which was a good restaurant until it wasn't. Feast had…read morebetter decor and is livelier than Bensi. A lot of space for large groups. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive. He did pay attention to our needs and offered good suggestions, especially for my very picky daughter. The food was really good. Not mind-blowing, but really solid Italian food. Plus, the prices weren't outrageous. In an area that has a plethora of Italian restaurants mostly a stone throw away, it's good to find an Italian spot that is very good with prices that won't break the wallet. Definitely worth revisiting

    I'd been to Feast once for dinner & it was just OK…read more Today we attempted to go in for a family happy hour with my 89-year old grandmother. Upon arrival, we were told the happy hour is apparently only allowed sitting at high barstools. (This was not explained when we called ahead of time asking for HH details). We politely asked if there was any accommodation that could be made for my elderly grandmother to enjoy happy hour elsewhere in the bar area (the rest of the restaurant was absolutely empty). The staff was extremely unaccommodating. We were rudely told to force my grandmother to sit up on the bar stools by the hostess and the blonde middle aged manager. They do not seem to be interested in attracting business from elderly customers as this is clearly not ADA compliant. We will never return.

    Photos
    Feast Italian Kitchen
    Feast Italian Kitchen - Bread Basket

    Bread Basket

    Feast Italian Kitchen - Interior

    See all

    Interior

    Mezcal - mexican - Updated June 2026

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