Ye Olde Rathskeller

Delicious pizza from the wood fire oven. Friendly service from everyone who works here. The space…read moreis cozy and inviting, making it great for a large gathering or smaller group.

Upon arriving to Rahway, my coworker and I were starving. We didn't have lunch due to our long…read moreflight, so I was very excited about this Italian place. And surprisingly, this happened to be a very well known restaurant as our other coworkers knew about it! It's located across of CubaNu Restaurant & Lounge on the corner of Lewis St and Main St in downtown Rahway. There's paid street parking and parking garages around the area. My coworker and I shared their Calamari Al Forno, tossed with Italian sausage, hot cherry pepper, and balsamic glaze. And wow. Who would have thought balsamic glaze with calamari would be sooooo good! I'll definitely be ordering that combination again. The mix with the Italian sausage and cherry peppers added a nice kick to the dish. Both of us could not stop eating it even though we wanted to save room for our pastas. Our meal was off to a great start! I ordered their Linguini de Mar which was supposed to have four seafoods: shrimp, calamari, mussels, and clams. Unfortunately, mine was missing the calamari. However, the pasta was incredibly flavorful and the seafood was cooked perfectly - not overdone or underdone at all. YUM! My coworker got their Cheese Ravioli with the Bolognese sauce (unsure if it was extra as I didn't see the check). She loved her pasta as well! She's usually a light eater, but she devoured half the calamari appetizer and all of her pasta, which speaks volumes about how much she enjoyed the meal. I felt that the one downside was the unusual amount of water I drank (maybe ten cups?). This was my own personal indicator that there was definitely some sort of flavor enhancer which wasn't a negative thing. I'm not certain, but the food was very good, so kudos to them if that's the case. Overall, definitely a hidden gem! We unfortunately didn't try their pizzas/pies but this will definitely be on my list again the next time I visit. Or I may opt in for another round of calamari al forno and pasta again, haha!

Wood burning oven in the kitchen.

Penne a la Vodka (so dry - not enough sauce)

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Margarita Pie (so good)

The 'World Famous' Waiting Room

3.9(297 reviews)

Went on July 20, 2026, with a friend during happy hour, and I have to say I really enjoyed this…read moreplace! The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. Even employees who weren't our servers checked in as they walked by to make sure everything was okay, which really stood out. We each had two drinks, a steak entrée, and shared a dessert. Even after leaving a tip, we only spent $52.50 per person, which was an amazing value. It's not easy to find a spot with great food, excellent service, and reasonable prices all in one. I can't wait to come back! If you're looking for a casual happy hour with delicious food that won't break the bank, I definitely recommend giving this place a try.

Came here to meet up with some friends on a Friday night. We started out at the bar and then the…read moregroup grew so we moved to a table, outgrew that table and moved to another table. They had no issues accomodating us, which was great. My first drink order was a watermelon martini and it was pretty good. Ordered some wings and fries and the wings were really good and really spicy. Had a second drink and it was good as well. The music was okay but the vibes were pretty good. Its a great laid back hang out spot with good drinks, tv and good vibes

Atmosphere

S'mores brownie dessert

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Flank Steak Chimichurri

Fork

4.0(42 reviews)

I really wanted to give this place a try, but I left pretty disappointed. Not only was it…read moreexpensive, but the food just didn't deliver. I started with a drink that was just okay, nothing special, but not terrible either. For an appetizer, we ordered the octopus, and unfortunately it was not good. The sauce didn't taste great, and the octopus itself didn't taste great either , which already set the tone for what I was about to have next. For my entrée, I had the Dijon salmon (not pictured), and it was honestly so bad. It had a very strong, fishy taste, and I couldn't get through it, I left most of it on the plate. I'm not one to complain, and since I was there with my kids, I just paid the bill and left. The space itself is pretty, but the food is no bueno. Also I found the menu was limited, it wasn't clear what their specialty is, and nothing really stood out or made me want to try something else. Overall, not a place I'd return to nor recommend.

A medium sized venue with low mood lighting. Gives upscale energy & vibes. Staff were very friendly…read more& efficient. They also were fun, not afraid to joke around with you as part of your experience. Parking here is a true pain though. Metered street parking mainly (Free after a certain time), but there is also a parking garage. It does have a very nice bar area, but I did not take a picture of it. For food we had the Dumplings appetizer, El Presidente, & Mama's Chicken. Drinks we had The Purple Drink (Yes, that's its name) & Simple Man. All of the food was absolutely delicious. Even the complimentary bread was great. It comes with a "cinnamon apple" butter? Not sure, but it was excellent. Overall, worth a return trip. Grades: Dumplings: A+ El Presidente: A+ Mama's Chicken: A The Purple Drink: A Simple Man: A+

Shrimp fettuccine

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Moazz Mediterranean Grill

4.0(46 reviews)

2.7 mi

The food is absolutely delicious, everything is really well seasoned and cooked really well, a real…read moretreat to enjoy! Service is great, staff is friendly and food is handled with care and put together quickly. Ambiance of the space is great, plenty of space to move between tables and to sit comfortably.

I come here for lunch sometimes and the service is very fast. You can get a platter of whatever you…read morewant. There is no wrong choice; everything is good. The chicken kebabs are well seasoned. You can get them in a wrap, on a platter, or just by itself. I like getting the chicken kebab with salad and tahini as a dressing. My partner recently got pasta with alfredo sauce and veggies, and he said it was pretty good, no complaints. The portions are good for the price, and the choices are all healthy. You might have leftovers. They serve everything in to-go containers to make the choice easy.

Tabbouleh salad for catering

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Monkey Thai Diner

4.3(36 reviews)

1.5 mi

What Thai food dreams are made of…read more I first got hooked on Thai food about 20 years ago--grabbing takeout from random food carts and a tiny Midtown spot called Rain. One bite in, I was done for. Since then, it's basically a rule: if I see a Thai restaurant, I'm stopping. Over time I've graduated beyond pad Thai (growth), and I'm always on the hunt for the next standout dish. This past weekend, I found a hidden gem. And I mean hidden. Don't let the exterior fool you--it looks like the new owners took over a long-retired diner that last saw its glory days sometime around the Reagan administration. Inside doesn't do much to change your expectations either... very "vintage 80s diner chic," and not in the trendy way. Then you're greeted by a kid who looks like he's juggling high school algebra homework while simultaneously bussing tables, taking orders, running food, pouring drinks, and working the register. Absolute Swiss Army knife. Honestly, I've been to fully staffed restaurants that don't run half as efficiently. Now the food--this is where things get serious. I usually start with papaya salad, but I saw they offered soft shell crab for an extra $3 and thought, "say less." The crabs came out perfectly fried--crispy, not greasy--two generous pieces sitting on top of a bright mango salad with a light vinaigrette. Ridiculously good. For mains, I went with my usual benchmarks: beef pad see ew and duck in red curry. Both delivered. The pad see ew had a solid portion of Chinese broccoli, noodles cooked just right, and that perfect balance of savory flavor. The red duck curry? Rich, fragrant, and the kind of dish that reminds you why you fell in love with Thai food in the first place. No exaggeration--these might be the best versions of both dishes I've had in 20 years of eating Thai. And I don't say that lightly. I was just in Vegas and went off-strip to try a highly recommended Thai spot... this place beats it, easily. My wife agreed, and she doesn't hand out food compliments like participation trophies. At that point, we figured dessert was mandatory because clearly this place refuses to miss. Mango sticky rice came out and--shocking--also excellent. Sweet, balanced, and a perfect finish. Total bill was around $100, including a large Thai iced tea (also on point). Bottom line: this family knows exactly what they're doing. If they keep this up, they won't be "hidden" for long--they'll be packed with repeat customers who, like me, came for curiosity and left planning their next visit.

Absolutely delicious! Ordered from here for my team at work and everyone said it was the best in…read morethe area. I got the pineapple fried rice gluten free with shrimp and calamari and it was phenomenal, no issues. Definitely excited to come back again. We did takeout since my team is large and the inside doesn't have much space

Welcoming entrance

BBQ chicken

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Coconut rice and mango

Agapi

4.6(28 reviews)

3.6 mi

The flavors and service are off the chart ! You should make a plan to go soon. We had delivery…read moreservice of the beef/lamb gyro, hummus, meatballs and Mediterranean salad with grilled chicken. Even with the large portion sizes we had no left overs because it was very delicious!

Amazing food. Octopus cooked to perfection. Service was professional and with a smile.read more

Cute interior!

Shrimp and Garlic Shrimp | #intenselypassionatephotography

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Delicias Restaurant

4.7(7 reviews)

2.6 mi

Delicias is hands down one of my favorite spots in Rahway. The food is always so good, but what…read morereally stands out to me is how genuinely kind and accommodating they are. The staff is seriously the sweetest. Twice now I've either called or gone in asking about soups I had during the Rahway Soup Stroll -- their birria ramen and chicken tortilla soup -- and even though neither are on the regular menu, they had no problem making them from scratch. That alone says so much about them. And both soups are to die for. Everything tastes super fresh and homemade, which makes sense since they actually cook everything from scratch. My go-to order is the Milanesa de Pollo, and it never misses -- always crispy and flavorful.

I ordered here for takeout, which might not have been the best considering freshness, and I can't…read morejudge the service. The food was amazing, just that the portion size could be bigger

Carne asada tacos

Milanesa de Pollo & Garlic Shrimp

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Carne Asada

Sub House 85

4.5(2 reviews)

Sub House 85 has become a hair appointment go to for my mom and I. We always order the BLT on…read moresourdough. (Well Turkey bacon avocado lettuce and tomato for me). The ingredients are always fresh, the sandwich is always filling. I love the family feel - they will even deliver to the hair salon on their busy days. I stopped in right before closing one day to pick up a pastrami and cheese for someone. They loved their sandwich as well. A must try.

Best breakfast and lunch spot in rahway!! From there bacon…read moreegg and cheese sandwiches, to there fried chicken, it's all good!!

Honey Turkey & Fries

Chicken & Fries

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Waffles w/ honey butter

Flynn’s Pub House

4.6(57 reviews)

Watch the Knicks game there had a great time. The service was great great vibe. The price of the…read moredrinks we had were really good and they got the job done, overall very fun time. Highly recommend.

Parking was tuff, but worth it. Good service and good food. Good beer selection. Loaded chicken…read morebowl hit the spot. I'm gonna bookmark this one!

Burger cooked as ordered and the fries were tasty

Buffalo wings were hearty and good. That blue cheese was so yummy

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The fish and chips. Very good. The batter for the fish was everything

QUILLA by Sabor Peruano

4.3(309 reviews)

2.5 mi

Ceviche was on point and so fresh. I love that they have a bar now and serve authentic Peruvian…read morecocktails. The Algarrobina cocktail tastes like a spiked Ovaltine (but in a good way!) The wait time was a little long for our food once we were seated but we got to sip on our cocktails during the wait. Peruvian artwork filled the walls and my husband appreciated that his Quechua culture was represented. What a great restaurant for downtown Rahway.

I have tried many Peruvian spots and this one didn't hit the mark…read moreThe rice was a bit dry, the yuca frita was hard and worst of all was that they are extremely cheap when it comes to the salsa I bought two large platters good for 5 adults and I got 2 small sauces And was told they charge extra for anything more. Unfortunately the rice was barely filled and I didn't feel as if it was worth the price I paid for it

QUILLA by Sabor Peruano - Elegant dining room at QUILLA by Sabor Peruano -- warm wood textures, soft lighting, and authentic Peruvian ambiance in Rahway.

Elegant dining room at QUILLA by Sabor Peruano -- warm wood textures, soft lighting, and authentic Peruvian ambiance in Rahway.

Pan con chicharron

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Algarrobina

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Kyle S.

3 years ago

Food looks incredible here from the pixs but I'm scared to try it because it always looks like its not that diverse...sorry but if someone could let me know I'll definitely make a trip!!! My rating is to rate the place at all, just required to make this post......Help!!!! read more

John S.

11 years ago

I went here specifically because I saw the $5 burger special sign outside. The burger was dried out and not good at all... and they charge extra for any toppings. I never went again and didn't try anything else. Everyone else at the bar seemed happy though. read more

George L.

10 years ago

This is one of my go-to restaurants. Been going here regularly since it opened. The owner is paying close attention to everything and knows how to run a restaurant/bar. The food and atmosphere are excellent. read more

Tisha C.

142

8 years ago

Solid pub with ok beer selection and food. Nice friendly place with good service and lots of room. Some outdoor seating out back too. Dart board. read more

Vincent P.

3 years ago

It's a Great neighborhood bar. No fancy suits or yuppies, for drinks, food and good people. I look forward to making many trips back

Anna F.

16 years ago

Simple but alves delicious and fresh food. Very friendly bartenders so as the crowd. The Rathskeller is the best bar in Jersey!

Christina L.

10 years ago

hot and cool it has a little bit of an older crowd but food could be better and drinks and service great

Tony S.

10 years ago

You really can't go wrong. Bartenders make you feel like you have been there for years.

Dragon G.

3 years ago

Great place. Great food. Great atmosphere. Beautiful patio. Nice selection of beer. !!! read more

Henry T.

12 years ago

the best burger! yes i think they do the best in nj... try it out!

Tom K.

14 years ago

Awesome burgers, great bar food, perfect service, cold beer!

Paul M.

5 years ago

Very good local bar. Good tap beer selection.

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