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An important message:
Restaurant Hours & Services May Have Been Impacted By COVID-19
Please check the official website and/or social media of each restaurant for updates.
For a list of independent local restaurants offering drive-thru, pick-up, or delivery services please visit newarkhappening.com/restaurants/eat-local.
Restaurants in Newark, NJ
Newark is a true American melting pot! Its diversity brings authentic flavors from around the world, allowing visitors to explore new cuisines and cultures. From artisanal pizza, soul food, a kosher nosh, to celebrity chefs, Newark has options for every palate and purse.
Adventure into our top dining destination, the Ironbound, which offers 170 Portuguese, Spanish and Brazilian restaurants, lined with unique markets, cafes, and shops. It’s the place to be once the sunsets.
We know you love to eat as much as we do, so we're going to help you out by providing our own food itineraries, recipes, and stories. We don't expect you to sample the food all in one day, that would be ridiculous. Take your time, unwind, and set off on a culinary adventure. Let your belly burst with happiness.
Newark’s got the best soul food in New Jersey. Dig in…here’s what the Travel Channel, Cooking Channel, the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and USA Today have to say about Newark's best restaurants and out of the world eateries. Your guide to the critically acclaimed. See below for a list of all our restaurants in Newark!
