Food and drinks are good here, staff is very nice my only complaint is that the menu does not change as frequently as the previous chef did. I liked the staples with a variety from time to time. read more

My family has lived in Mountainside for more than 40 years, and after hearing positive feedback from friends, we recently started returning to this establishment. To be fair, the food has been quite decent on the several occasions we've visited, and the waitstaff has consistently provided good service. Unfortunately, our experience with the hostess has been the complete opposite. Today, while stopping in for a couple of burgers, we were greeted by what appeared to be an almost empty restaurant. This was the second time we've encountered rude and unwelcoming behavior from the hostess. After giving the place multiple chances, that experience was enough for us to decide that we will not be returning. It's disappointing because the kitchen and serving staff have done a good job, but first impressions matter, and the hostess's attitude has overshadowed the otherwise positive aspects of the restaurant. read more

Came here for a birthday lunch with my husband, the ambiance is beautiful especially this time of year. My old phone was taking blurry pics from far away so I wasn't able to capture it, but think very cozy, fireplace with candles glowing from within, and little alcoves in the wall for candle clusters. It was perfectly elevated while still being casual and approachable. When we came there was a Mac and cheese special with pulled bbq pork on top. I knew we had to get that because it is right up my husbands alley. It did not disappoint, my husband was tempted to order some to take home! The pasta was super creamy and cheesy, mixed with the roasted pulled smoky bbq pork on top, it was the ultimate comfort food for the cold rainy day we were having. For my meal I got the Grilled Cheese which is more of an elevated "grown up" grilled cheese. It had cheese, thin apple slices, fig jam and bacon. The flavors were great, I only wish there was a little more cheese or a little less jam to balance the sweet and savory a little more, because for me it was a touch too sweet. The sourdough it was made with was delicious and fresh, I also appreciate that they don't seem to soak their grilled cheese in oil like a lot of places do (butter or nothing, please!!) My husband ordered the burger which he really enjoyed but nothing was going to top the pulled pork Mac and cheese for him. They should consider adding it to the regular menu! He originally wanted the duck sandwich but it was unavailable on this day. All in all it was a cozy afternoon together. Our waitress was very friendly and made sure to check on us without ever being too overbearing. read more

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5 stars! The family loves this place. Yummy! Burgers steaks fish all excellent! Great drinks too!

No Beer on Tap again Irish pub with no beer on tap. The hamburger was over cooked caramelized onions kept it juicy. Service was great and friendly. Windows open beautiful night out. But ale on tap. Disappointing hoping for a nice Guinness pour. read more

Great happy hour- the burger was delicious with crispy truffle fries. Can choose loaded which comes with bacon, caramelized onions or plain. Drink specials included some discounted whiskey so enjoyed a couple cocktails which were perfectly crafted! Happy hour is 3-6. read more

Publick House - Loaded burger - New American Near Me - Mountainside, New Jersey

I met up with a friend at Publick House for dinner, and it was my first time there. I can honestly say this is my favorite restaurant/pub in a long time! My friend made reservations, which was a good idea since the place is small, lively, and loud--but also very clean, with a friendly staff. Our waiter did disappear for a bit while we were waiting to order, but honestly, the food more than made up for it. For appetizers, we had the lamb meatballs and the street corn dip. Both were amazing! I ordered the corn dip even though my friend was hesitant at first--she ended up loving it so much she didn't want to share. For entrées, I had the chicken Milanese: a perfectly cooked fried cutlet topped with fresh arugula salad, balsamic drizzle, and mozzarella. Absolutely delicious--I wanted more! My friend ordered the Peruvian half chicken, served with traditional sauce and Peruvian fried rice, and it was just as impressive. I can't say enough good things about the food here. Publick House has officially become my new go-to spot! read more

My Monday spot! Great $2 oysters and half off wine by the glass or the bottle. Service is always on point. Friendly and attentive. The place is spacious and they even have a little lounge looking area. read more

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First time, great place. We were seated immediately. Happy hour was in effect. Got the oysters, cheese corn dip, and the nacho/ green salsa. They were all so good. My daughter enjoyed her 2 tacos. Music was good and we weee able to watch the tennis match. We will definitely come back!! read more

Publick House - Happy Hour goodness - New American Near Me - Mountainside, New Jersey

We went here for Valentines Day; we knew the appetizers we wanted to have but the waiter would not put in the order until we knew everything we planned on eating for the night. The "chef" does not allow guests to order appetizers without ordering entrees. So, we rushed to pick something since we were hungry. On recommendation of the waiter, we had lobster risotto, ZERO flavor and hardly any flavor. We had martinis - both were watered down. Highlight of the meal was the tuna crisps app and tres leches dessert. Unfortunately, we will not be returning. read more

Chicken Milanese is outstanding! Please keep on the menu! The salad served on top deserves 5 stars!

First visit to Publick House!! Made reservations day prior- only availability was 515pm or after 8pm We arrived for 515pm OMG! The amazing aroma of deliciousness as we walked on the sidewalk to enter the restaurant! Great vibes and energy!! Warmly greeted and seated! Awesome music selection! Our Server Fred C was fantastic! He knew the menu well. Answered our questions! Appreciated his recommendations! Absolutely loved my LET'S GET FIGGY cocktail-- WITH IT FIGENZA FIG VODKA, ELDERFLOWER, LEMON, CINNAMON!! Cheers!!! As we waited for our appetizers, entrees and dessert- Saw the other Servers bringing out beautifully plated food and so aromatic! Enjoyed my shrimp and grits, GNUDI FRIED RICOTTA DUMPLING, CHORIZO & CORN DIP!! The truffle fries were yummy! The FLAN NAPOLITANO was the perfect ending to a wonderful dining experience! When we got our check, even though we were in the dining area- we got happy hour pricing for some of the items we ordered! Nice!! We will definitely be back!! Keep up the great service and amazing food and cocktails!! read more

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Consistently great food at Publick House. I have come here numerous times now with my husband and daughters and we are always so pleased with our meals and service. The happy hour options are great and I never have to scrape my jaw off the floor when the bill comes. Would give anything to have a sister restaurant in Maplewood, but I will keep making the drive to Mountainside for an excellent meal! read more

The food was amazing and so was the atmosphere inside. I was worried they wouldn't be wheelchair accessible, but it absolutely was and they have parking in the back. The staff was very accommodating and provided excellent service. Would absolutely go again. read more

-Hamburgers MR came out M -items on menu, not available - Service apologetic ,Long wait for food ... a kitchen issue. - Ambiance , fine... music too loud and not a dinner type. - I got the feeling they are slowly closing down. read more

Went for the first time last night the place is very small. Glad we got there early cause as it gets packed. It's very hard to have a conversation very loud. The food was all good. The service was decent. I would like to come here during the week next time read more

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Such a great place! Elevated bar food at its best. Reservations are strongly recommended and I can see why. Upon our arrival on Saturday night this place was hopping! Our table wasn't quite ready so we enjoyed a drink by the bar. Expertly crafted cocktails that are as beautiful as they are tasty. We each sampled a little something from the menu and everything was a hit. My Chicken Mole was surprisingly delicious. I rarely order chicken, but the description on the menu really had me intrigued. My favorite item of the night was the house-made lemon cake dessert. I love all things lemon and this did not disappoint. I wanted to get an extra order to-go! Our server was so enthusiastic and fun. He made the night that much more special. Between the amazing food, the attentive wait staff, and the cozy roar of the fireplace, the four of us really enjoyed ourselves. Our only grape is that this place is far from where we live! read more

Publick House in Mountainside has become our go-to. The service is always friendly and on point, and the food never misses. We love the Tuna Crisp because it's fresh and full of flavor, and the steak is always spot on. It does get busy, so reservations are a good idea on weekends. Totally worth it for a consistently great experience. read more

I've been coming here for a few years now, and I can't help but feel like the place is progressively going down hill. Don't get me wrong, it's still very decent and a great higher-end gastropub option in the area, but it just feels like over the years prices have gone up significantly while portion sizes and quality have gone down. For example, we just went tonight and everything was really way too salty. My husband, who never sends anything back, sent his beer back because it was spoiled. The pasta with boar ragu should not be a $30 dish. The portion size is very small and lacking meat sauce. One thing they've consistently done well is their seafood. They know how to perfectly cook seafood. The ambiance is cozy and dark and makes a great date night spot. read more

Publick House - Shrimp, chorizo, potato - New American Near Me - Mountainside, New Jersey

Fantastic burger and wings Nice ambiance - highly recommend it Service is very good as well read more

Nice, elevated gastropub. We happened to stumble upon Mountainside Restaurant Week and were surprised how many people were here on a Tuesday night! The Restaurant Week tasting menu was well worth it, including an appetizer, entree, and dessert. Everything was delicious and nicely plated, and although we were stuffed by dessert time, the bread pudding and tres leches were so good that we still managed to finish them. We'll be back again for a nice dinner out! read more

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I had dinner here with friends and enjoyed my experience. When I arrived our table wasn't ready so I sat at the bar and waited for my friends to arrive. The host kept checking in and let us know when our table was ready. The bartender was friendly and attentive. We started with the short ribs and tuna crisp. I'm not a big fan of tuna but the tuna crisp changed my mind! Our appetizers were all great. For my entree I had the steak frittes. My steak was a little undercooked but otherwise enjoyable. I really loved the old fashioned, it was well made. Our server was very attentive throughout the night. read more

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Visiting the area and stopped in on a Monday night. Not any vegetable or vegan options on the menu except the curry. I appreciate that Johnny was honest about the spice level. Most places just say it's not spicy, but he added that if I don't tolerate spice well to not order it, so I stuck to ordering the Waldorf salad. It was fresh and the dressing was light and complemented the flavor of the greens. It would make a good appetizer, but it was not very filling as a main dish on its own. Yes you can add protein, but there were no vegan options. It was quite drafty and chilly as we were seated by the window, but the ambiance is really nice inside, and the service was fantastic. read more

Publick House - Waldorf salad - New American Near Me - Mountainside, New Jersey

Nice ambiance. We went for 5:15 reservation on a Saturday - it's a relatively small place so definitely get reservations. Service was good. We started with an order of Gnudi which was fried ricotta dumplings with a pea puree. Very hot and tasty. I had the shrimp and grits and my husband got a burger. The shrimp and grits had nice large shrimp, well cooked with lots of andouille sausage. My husband said the burger met the requirements of a "top-shelf" burger. Good blend of meat with ample cheese and caramelized onions. We tried the chocolate & walnut torte which was alittle dense and didn't chew well. Seemed fresh though and would probably recommend they add a dollop of whipped cream to lighten it up. Overall, a very nice meal and I would come back. read more

Nice little place for dinner. This was the first time trying it out and I liked it. The food was good; my friend and I told the waitress we were splitting the fish and chips and they separated the full plate into two to make it easy to eat. I thought the waitress was very attentive but b/w her & the other waiter, they checked on my friend and I way too often, maybe I shouldn't complain about this, but I felt I was being rushed out of the restaurant at some point. After a few times I think they got the message and didn't come back until I signaled I needed the check. Overall it was a good experience. read more

Excellent food, nice ambiance and good service. A little pricey but the food is worth it.

Great food and service every time!!! Love the atmosphere as well! The Tuna Crisp is our favorite.

This is an incredible place. Great bar, great atmosphere and fantastic food. The octopus appetizer is amazing. Service is great as well as the food. Highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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Loved this place. Went with a friend for dinner. Our server Megan was wonderful. She recommended a fall drink "The Flannel Shirt" which was so good and tasty. For appetizers, my friend and I got the Chicken Fried Mushrooms and the Tuna Crisp. I decided to get an entree. I was recommended the Cioppino which was to DIE FOR! For dessert we split a Pinenut Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Icecream. Would love to come back! read more

Publick House - Cioppino - New American Near Me - Mountainside, New Jersey

We had a great meal here, with my husband and I both enjoying our food (the steak and salads were really good). They were family friendly and all of the staff were attentive. We will be back. read more

This one has me confused.... The place is beautiful. Nice bar...parking is good and they opened the front windows/ garage door. Wide open very nice. The food was marginal tor the price. 16 dollars for 6...B- wings. Im not cheap but 16$ dollar wings. I asked for a medium rare burger. It was raw! Carpaccio raw...(see the pic) 19$. We also ordered the octopus. The piece was as big as my ring finger. Not bad but another 20$. I had two martinis so i didn't send the burger back. Not worth the hassle. I ate the sweet potato fries and called it the day. Staff we nice! read more

Publick House - Raw Burger Meat - New American Near Me - Mountainside, New Jersey

It was alright wings were very good can't complain but nothing to go crazy about. Basically if your friends are like hey want to go here you'd go but you'd never be the one to originally come up with the idea. They have no ranch so if you do enjoy ranch on your wings forget about it. read more

Publick House - Wings - New American Near Me - Mountainside, New Jersey

Overpriced, tiny portions...inattentive service unless you are a regular and known to be a "big tipper." Although the food is tasty, the portion size is NOT commensurate with the prices they charge. If I wanted gourmet food coupled with miniscule portions, I'll go to France.... read more

Publick house is a great, upscale gastropub in Mountainside. Service was a little slow at first on a Monday evening, but we had a lovely meal and really enjoyed the musician they had playing during dinner! My wife had the soft shell crab dish and I enjoyed a steak with black beans. Portions are on the smaller side for the price, but food quality is superb read more

Publick House - Steak and black beans - New American Near Me - Mountainside, New Jersey

My family has been going to Publick House for many years and we always have a fantastic experience. Last night we had another wonderful meal. Our server, Fred, was friendly and attentive, and the food was excellent as always. The menu is a mix of mainstays and seasonal offerings, which is awesome because we know we will order our favorites but also like to try their new and seasonal dishes. Last night we had our perennial favorites - the burger, the tuna crisps, and the bibb salad (with extra goat cheese) - and some seasonal dishes - scallops with brussels and delicata squash, amazing ribeye steak frites - and everything was delicious. We also celebrated a birthday, and the restaurant kept our cake in the back and then presented it with candles for singing, then took it back, plated it for us, and served a piece to each of us. So so nice! Love this place! read more

Nice place to have dinner; somewhat intimate. Nice bar. Nice char on the burgers. But, French fries are short smaller type rough cuts. One would think that they only can afford to buy the ends of the potatoes; not the whole potato. On top of that, they're over cooked to the point where the uneven points are burnt. read more

I didn't love it. Great enticing menu but nothing lived up to the description. Chicken soup had bones and cartilage in it. Sloppy prep. My brisket sandwich had tons of fat and was also crispy in a bad way. Meh. They forgot something my husband ordered or dropped it or something but he waited forever for his meal. Got my 4 year old the grilled cheese. It came out w these super dark grill lines on it that tasted burnt on super thick bread with cheese that could never compete. It was a two thumbs down from a kid perspective. Fancy shmancy attempt with a failure on execution. Would not return. read more

Came here on a Sunday for brunch. Cozy, family friendly spot. Generous parking in the back. read more

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Is it the Cheers of Mountainside? Maybe not, but a nice spot for a cold beer. You don't feel like an outsider (even when you are). Ample parking. read more

Cocktails are legendary and the food is excellent! I wish they had more of a selection on the menu as I'm a picky eater and the options are limited. Service has always been exemplary and it has a cozy ambiance with a fireplace. read more