i shared a salad with my friend. the harvest salad with mixed greens, pears, apples, feta, bacon, and apple cider dressing. perfect salad and i would come back just for that. fries with my burger were perfect. another item i love......... BUT..... service was slow. granted it was busy but i feel like she kept forgetting about us. she was hard to hear over the loudness of the place. i don't know why people bring their kids here. it doesn't look like its for kids. CAN'T PEOPLE HAVE ADULT PLACES WITH NO KIDS?!?!? the chairs are not comfy. metal chairs make my bag slide off very easy. i hate metal chairs!! my burger was just ok. shredded lettuce makes it very messy. it might be a while before i go back but i feel like i would just get fries and a salad when i go back. read more

A solid dive! This spot has a good selection of beers on tap, solid shots, and cocktails. They also have reliable and satisfying bar food like bar pies, burgers, soups, and salads. Their calamari comes with tentacles which is always a plus. The inside's modern casual and a comfy place to meet up with friends, family, or anyone else. Tons of TV screens make it a nice space to hang out for a while. Pickett's so good, you'll always pick it! NOTES/TIPS: **Small lot, but easy street parking with high turnover **Friendly service. Wheelchair-accessible read more

Pickett's is a great addition to the Maplewood bar and restaurant scene. They're one of my go-tos whether I just want a drink and a snack or a full meal. It feels more like a gastropub than a bar or homey pub. It's a very welcoming spot, just a little more sophisticated than the local town pub. The bartender is amazing. From memory, there's a white sangria and limoncello-based drink that I really love, and a smoky spicy margarita or tequila type one too that I like too. The bang-bang shrimp are my favorite app and I can make a meal of them if I'm only mildly hungry (I use the lettuce as kind of a wrap). I really like the chicken diablo sandwich. The burgers are really good too if I'm feeling heartier. The mushroom and swiss with caramelized onions is my favorite bc if I'm gonna do a burger I wanna get my hands a little dirty (see photo before I demolish the presentation). Pickett's is always in my rotation whatever the occasion. It's also the type of place you could grab a bite or a drink at the bar alone, no problem. There's even a little corner of the bar that's kind of hidden from the entryway and dining room if you're feeling shy about lone wolfing it or you want a more private place to cry into your beer. Been there done that and no one will even bat an eye. read more

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Cozy bar in Maplewood! All the football games were on and if they weren't you can ask one of the bartenders to change the tv to the game of your choice. Great place to come just to hand out of has e a small get together with friends. Prices are reasonable and the wings and burgers were delicious. Will definitely be back read more

Such a cozy and clean spot. Lively but quiet enough for conversations. Pizza was really good. We also got jalapeño poppers (delicious) and the wings (honey sriracha) which had a nice kick. Hubby and I were stuffed. read more

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One of the best burgers I've enjoyed in some time. From the brilliant tap list to the burgers and everything you'd want in a neighborhood pub. Just go. It's really good and the people are really kind. Support local businesses! read more

Pickett’s Village Bar - The late Jim Pickett and my wonderful burger - Chicken Wings Near Me - Maplewood, New Jersey

Service: Friendly welcoming staff Restaurant: We sat inside near the window which had great lighting. The modern interior and window into the kitchen were great touches. The bathrooms were in good shape. Plenty of large TVs primarily behind the bar but also in the corner of the restaurant to watch live sports. We did not appreciate how close the tables to each other however. We sat so close to the couples next to us that we felt like we were part of their conversations and couldn't have our own without being heard. Food: Just okay. Which... was shocking based on the looks of it. The food came to the table and it really looked incredible. The more we ate it the more we realized there wasn't really much flavor to it. It's hard to explain it but it really was so bland. Which, is always disappointing but especially when you're paying the prices they charge. Conclusion: I do not recommend eatting at Picketts. We would only return to have a drink at the bar to watch a game. read more

Pickett’s Village Bar - Tempura Battered Fish Tacos - Chicken Wings Near Me - Maplewood, New Jersey

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Horrible customer service. The pizza was half cooked. I've tried this place multiple times.Even down to the water numerous times having bugs in it. The manager was just in the way not at all helpful when he sees the staff struggling to take and get orders out. read more

Quite tasty food, and terrific craft beer selection. The room can be a bit bright and noisy when more than 1/4 full. Excellent beefy burger, and I like that you get a 1/2 lb patty rather than two 1/4 patties, which you sometimes get elsewhere. Above average fries. My burger was cooked properly rare. read more

Pickett’s Village Bar - All American burger - Chicken Wings Near Me - Maplewood, New Jersey

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A cozy atmosphere. Nice simple decor. Obviously a nice addition to the local area as another local hang spot. Bartender was friendly and gave me time to decide as well as chatted it up for a few minutes. Sometimes bartenders are too cut and dry. Ample space for groups. Quite a few families with kids. I came around 5:45ish. Not very loud which I appreciate. I ordered the honey sriracha wings & sweet potato fries (simple since I was real hungry and don't want to be disappointed). So the fries were good, as expected. The wings had a little kick but didn't really taste the honey or much spice (I like spice). Think I probably would try the chipotle lime wings next time. Overall I like the place as a nice after work chill spot. Down side: no happy hour. The food I'd probably give 3 stars. But the friendliness of the bar staff, and chill vibe of the place makes me feel like bumping up it's score. Note: decided to keep at 3 stars. Feel the food could've been more flavorful. Still nice place to chill with a drink. read more

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Service and food was good. I will definitely go back again. Selection was the normal pub fare.

They've recently gotten rid of all highchairs and their kids menu, which just seems like a big middle finger to families. Used to be you'd go to eat here around 5-6pm and it was very friendly family - not sure what happened. We had a reservation for 4pm recently where I specified needing a high chair (not knowing about their new unfriendliness) and no one bothered to tell us they had zero on premise until we arrived. Also the parking lot for some reason now blares uncensored explicit songs, which would be fine for any place that wasn't previously known as family-friendly or if it wasn't 4pm. Confusing choices on their part, but the food prices always seemed too high anyway. read more

One of my friends and I met up here to catch up. When I arrived at about 4:30 I parked on the street nearby. I walked in and they were just opening. I was greeted and decided to sit at the bar. The spot was so cute and spacious, also they had indoor and outdoor dining. I was told they were having a band that night as well as they frequently do. Our bartender was Ray and it was his first day but he did so well and kept his composure. For my drink I ordered the fresh made red sangria and that wasn't bad at all. My friend ordered a glass of white wine which she enjoyed. For my meal I ordered the beyond meat burger with fries and that was good and filling. *This bar has a lot of vegan and vegetarian options fyi.* I also ordered the malbec wine and that was pretty tasty. My bill was very affordable. I must say I felt well treated at this spot and I will definitely return for another visit. read more

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Meet my brother in law there to catch up on life and watch play off football. We sat at the bar and shared Sriracha wings and a margarita pie both were very good. I liked the thick crust on the pizza. The place was very nice the bar was nice and large. They had a nice selection of beers on tap. Service was on point and the bathroom was nice and clean. I will definitely be back. Enjoy read more

Started off with a fabulous cocktail, a Watermelon Super Soaker. Johnny's brilliant summer concoction! Can't wait to go back for another! Ordered the Alsatian Bar Pie, beyond delicious, perfect crust too. Definitely getting that again. Then the Garlic ribeye steak sandwich, topped with all my favorites, cremini mushrooms, caramelized onions and arugula. Total YUM! Sitting at the bar was especially delightful with the skylights adding to a bright and welcoming atmosphere. Along with Johnny and his incredibly attentive bar staff, Ren and Braeden, it was a total five star dinner! Will be dining at the Pickett's bar again very soon! I highly recommend! read more

A great local watering hole. Friendly staff, consistent food quality, comfortable venue and a solid draft menu! Have been here numerous times at this neighborhood gem and have never been disappointed. Table service and sitting at the bar are both pleasant experiences as the staff is attentive and friendly. My favorite is the Chicken Diablo sandwich but can't go wrong with burgers, wings or pizza at this lovely pub. Also in nice weather the back patio is pleasant spot to enjoy the cocktails and solid cuisine. Have brought many friends here and never leave disappointed. A must if you are in the area. read more

Friend and I stopped her for a bite. We got the wings which were ok. Nachos and I got a chicken sandwhich and he got a burger. I really the food was just ok. Not awful but nothing g I'd return to read more

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Great bar and bar food. Been here many times and good for kids and adults. Good drinks and cocktails at bar

Beyond over priced for sub par food. Most outrageous was the kids mac and cheese. Matchbox car for size reference. It was cold & it was Stouffers brand. Can't believe they felt it's ok to charge $10 read more

Pickett’s Village Bar - Kids mac & cheese. - Chicken Wings Near Me - Maplewood, New Jersey

We love this place because the food and the service are always great and consistent. The staffs always welcome us with smiles. The food is always served hot and delicious with reasonable price. Our favorite is bar pie, fish tacos and ribs! read more

Nice ambiance. However showed up at 9:57 and wanted to order some wings. I asked when kitchen closed and they indicated ten pm. However they had already shut the oil down for the evening. So no food available which was a bummer. Beer selection was great but place was a bit dead. Will come back again and make sure to get there well ahead of kitchen closing. Came back a second time and tried the wings. They unfortunately weren't that great. The sauce wasn't hot at all and they were quite average. Unfortunately pickets is now dead to me. read more

Pickett’s Village Bar - Impressive whiskey selection. Not that I drink whiskey. - Chicken Wings Near Me - Maplewood, New Jersey

We recently held a celebration of life event in the upstairs room at this location, The manager was incredibly accommodating, kind, and efficient. Both food and service were outstanding. All in all it made an emotionally difficult gathering a little easier to get through. read more

Right across from the Audi dealership in a former dive bar is now an elegant but casual neighborhood eatery. Picketts has great food, a lovely dining room and an inviting and large outdoor space in the back. My son ordered the cheeseburger from the kid's menu and I had the fish tacos. The former received two thumbs up: the burger is a nice size, served on a nice toasted bun along with a generous order of fries. The fries are served in a basket lined with Picketts parchment paper, which was a nice touch. The fish tacos were yummy and satisfying. Three fresh, crispy battered fish filets are stuffed in your choice of corn or flour tortillas (I opted for the corn, which added a hint ofsweetness). The topping was not the typical cabbage slaw that I usually see in California; instead, it's a savory mix of pico de gallo, cojita cheese and citrus. Squeeze a bit of lime on top and this is a perfect summer meal! The only downside is parking: since the parking lot is now a dining area, you have to park on the street. This fills up quickly with all the nieghborhood activities (restaurant, car dealership, car rental and other businesses). read more

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I decided to come to Pickett's after work with friends from work since we got off early and this place is located not too far from work. The inside atmosphere was really nice , but the place had a slightly funky smell to it. We ordered some cocktails and food from the bar. The bartender was very friendly and attentive. The Sangria came in a large glass and was very flavorful. I ordered a whiskey drink, very good and my friend ordered something with rum- also very good. We shared a bianco verde pizza & a harvest salad, both were tasty! I would definitely come back again. read more

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Four stars for the atmosphere - three stars for the food. We visited on a Friday evening and sat outside. There were many children playing while their parents were able to relax with a beer while a live band played. The cocktails were good. The Bang Bang Shrimp was the best plate that we had. The Guacamole was disappointing. The wings and ribs were average. It was our server's second day. read more

Pickett’s Village Bar - Bourbon and blood - Chicken Wings Near Me - Maplewood, New Jersey

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What I like best about this place is the owner (very friendly and you know he's there when the white Corvette is parked in front), the lead bartender (very friendly and attentive) the bar itself (very comfortable) and the Bang Bang Shrimp. It is very nice to have Pickett's in our town. In the summer they may have live music outside in the back, the place is cozy and when you step in you feel like you can sit down and relax. I've come for several different occasions - dinner with friends, anniversary dinners, networking at the bar for a small local business group I organized, girls night out, dates and to help my twins celebrate their Confirmation with a round of Shirley Temples and a fresh pizza pie. Honestly, the service and food quality is uneven. Sometimes it is great, sometimes it's not. You never know what you're going to get. But I keep going back and I'm grateful when I find that they are still open. read more

We entered through the inside to go to their outdoor dining area. Inside looked nice with a fairly large bar. We were seated outside at a high top table. Small complaint is no back on the chairs at the table. This is a pet peeve of mine when I want to spend a few hours at a place to listen to live music. Service was slightly strained but our server hustled to make up for it. We ordered an artisanal pizza that was very good. A delicious crust seemed to be a product of a wood fired oven. Real rating would be 3 1/2 stars and I would like to experience the inside bar for a possible upgrade in rating read more

Abysmal service. We were at an event outside the restaurant, and outside there was only a BBQ buffet option for $30. Organizers of the event said we could just order from the restaurant if you want. Inside the restaurant we were told we could NOT order from the menu and sit outside. This was adamantly insisted on by one a-hole bartender (short with short brown hair). He insisted we were not allowed to eat their food outside even if we ordered takeout, stating "If you order it here, you have to eat it here." He did not seem to appreciate how completely ridiculous and infuriating this was to customers. Other servers thankfully told us we COULD just order takeout on the website and eat it outside. What an insane system. Also, when an outside bartender was asked for water, she said they didn't have any. Fortunately I had just seen another employee pull a water out of her cooler and give it to another customer. When I pointed this out, she said they weren't allowed to give out water. Wtf?!?! It was like 90 degrees outside!! That has to be a health code violation. I insisted and she relented, getting me the water. Finally, when we did order some takeout, when I went in to pick it up, the bag with fries and sauce had no napkins in it. When I asked the server for some paper napkins, she told me they didn't have any. But there was a stack right in front of her! I looked at the stack and she said sorry and gave me some. Who is training these people??!?? Also my friends were told by the event staff that bringing their 2 dogs on leashes was fine, but one of the restaurant staff tried to tell them they couldn't have dogs at the outdoor event. After my friends found an event organizer, he was able to get permission to keep the dogs in an area way off to the side and far from the soundstage, and with no tables and chairs. We scrounged some unused stools and made do. In short the event was great but the restaurant was nothing but hassles, and staff displayed a shocking lack of hospitality and competence. How has this place survived? We will certainly NEVER return, and recommend you avoid it if you want anything resembling good or even average customer service. Tear down this Pickett fence!!! read more

Great food, cocktails & staff. We like the outdoor area in summer too. Thanks for having us!

Good food, good drinks, good atmosphere (inside and outside when it's open) and great service. Every time we go, we leave full and happy. Also bonus as it's great to get adult drinks while entertaining babies - there's room for strollers and everyone is nice about it :) read more

Finally got my pizza & it did not disappoint. I will be back to try the other varieties as well. Don't sleep on this restaurant. read more

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The food was very good our waitress was doing the best she could as it appeared place very busy. They charged a convenience charge on my credit card and didnt tell us until paid. Need to be on menu and or on web page 3 percent on a hundred dollar bill for two people is alot. It needs to be on menu when ordering. The price of food and wine is high enough. read more

Pickett’s Village Bar - Chicken Wings Near Me - Maplewood, New Jersey

Good food and drinks. Fun relaxed outdoor dining option in nice weather with occasional live music. People working there are very nice

Good times Picketts! Went to Picketts for the first time to see a band, Fishmarket Stew, for the first time. Sat out in the Tent area, which looks like their parking lot. There was another outdoor seating area, the Patio, which looked chill, and then inside, which I didn't spend much time in. There was also a nother cool covered area outside with high tables. Great set up. There were a lot of families with children. A surprising amount of children. The food and service were great. We split a Harvest Salad with greens,maples nuts, etc. It was fresh and tasty, and also shared the fried cauliflower with the garlic Parm seasoning. The cauliflower was a surprise hit. She had the chicken street tacos, which she loved despite them being in the spicy side. Lots of flavor. I had the half rack of ribs, that were fall off the bone delicious and the cheesy garlic-ey mash potatoes were best I've ever had. The band crushed it. read more

Nice looking restaurant and bar. Outdoor space is a awesome. Menu is modern and very 2021 for an upscale pub. My gripe is the prices and service. $20 hamburgers? Nope. Service is inexperienced. Had to ask for ketchup. They didn't know If certain Ingredients were in dishes and I had to ask them to ask the chef instead of just a "I don't know". Annoying little things that at the prices they charge should be dialed in for a better experience. I won't want to come back for these reasons. read more

Good spot for watching games in a gastro/hipster environment. Good beer list and friendly service. Food is good but not wow. Staples like the pizza are good that it's a nice neighborhood joint for families. The hours are a little spotty and they tend to close both the kitchen and restaurant relatively early compared to other pub-type places. read more

We had a small gathering here of a few friends and we're totally wowed by what Nick put together despite the fact that some of the guests were vegan and gluten free. The food was delectable- two pizzas one reg one gluten free - salads, roast vegetables, turkey sliders, etc and the list goes on. The service was beyond reproach. Everyone left late and happy Couldn't have asked for better Thank you Nick and crew read more

Very good vibe and food. Sat at bar so can watch basketball game and enjoyed with many other Knick fans. I had the Swiss mushroom burger and my wife had the Turkey burger with onion Rings and sweet potato fries respectively instead of French fries. All good as ordered. Bar was hopping- service was perfect as bartenders were friendly and attentive - all in all recommend for quick bite and casual night out. read more

This place is just very solid. Good burgs. Good drinks. Fast and great service. Also a perfect place to bring kids .

Nick is a PHENOMENAL manager! He was soooo attentive throughout our whole dining experience. He came over, asked how the food was and I told him it was nothing less than AMAZING. He was very pleased with that answer. He took pride in his establishment, and that was very refreshing to see. He even picked up after someone - there was a dropped napkin and he didn't miss a beat and picked it up while he was scouting the area. (Like I said - VERY ATTENTIVE). Oh, and the Nutella pizza was bombbbbbb! Litzy our server was super sweet too! read more