Food Near Me in New Jersey: Discover the Best Restaurants and Local Cuisine

22 Delicious Restaurants to Visit in New Jersey

Looking to explore beyond Bloomingdale? New Jersey has plenty of hidden culinary gems that are worth a visit. As a long-time resident of the Garden State, I can personally attest to the fantastic food spots that not only stand out from New York City's shadow but might even leave some of the Empire State's most acclaimed restaurants in the dust.

Here's a curated list of 22 delicious restaurants in New Jersey that you need to visit:

• Steve & Andrea's Restaurant (Rutherford, NJ)
• Jiggs McAllister's Music Saloon (Butler, NJ)
• Pet Shop (Jersey City, NJ)
• Amelia's By The Sea (Spring Lake, NJ)
• Cravin Thai (Hamburg, NJ)
• The River Palm Terrace (Edgewater, NJ)
• Sogo Hibachi (Denville, NJ)
• Brownstone Pancake Factory (Edgewater, Englewood Cliffs, Brick and Freehold, NJ)
• Baguette Bistro (East Windsor, NJ)
• The Local's Spot (Egg Harbor, NJ)
• The Full Moon Cafe (Lambertville, NJ)
• Left Bank Burger Bar (Jersey City, NJ)
• Dock's Oyster House (Atlantic City, NJ)
• El Pueblo Taqueria (North Cape May, NJ)
• Pascal & Sabine (Asbury Park, NJ)
• Delta's Southern Cuisine and Cocktails (New Brunswick, NJ)
• Holsten's (Bloomfield, NJ)
• Rutt's Hut (Clifton, NJ)
• Brick + Dough (Montclair, NJ)
• Van Gogh's Ear Cafe (Union, NJ)
• G&A Hot Bagels & Deli (Butler, NJ)
• Teak Restaurant (Red Bank, NJ)

These restaurants offer a diverse range of cuisines, from hearty American classics to international flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Each venue has its own unique charm and culinary expertise that sets it apart from the rest.