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Good place to hangout with friends and catchup over drinks. The bar area is always packed and feels happening when compared to the dining area. Service was quick and the staff seemed very polite and helpful. Drinks are very good but is only above average.
It's a fun late night spot for drinks! This is the place to go if you're more of a cocktail person rather than a beer person. The drinks aren't cheap like you would find at a dive bar on Easton Ave but they're well-made, which makes it worth the price. It's a casual vibe and the service is good. They explain the drinks to you and can help accommodate to your needs and preference. For instance, I like sweeter drinks so they helped us choose a sweet drink we might like. They are also able to modify drinks to your liking. Some of the drinks we ordered weren't as sweet and they were able to adjust for us to have it taste sweeter!
The food quality here was very mediocre, especially for the prices being charged. We stumbled upon this place on a rainy day and decided to give it a try after seeing some pleasant reviews, but it didn't really live up to expectations. I do want to note that the waitress was really nice and attentive, and the place itself has an old tavern vibe that feels cozy and inviting. That said, the food fell short. We ordered the steak sandwich ($27), which was disappointing, the bread was very hard and there were only about two small pieces of steak inside. The chicken taco ($17) was very typical; nothing bad, but not particularly flavorful or memorable. The 21-day aged ribeye ($49) felt overpriced for what it was. The steak tasted like any standard steak, and the potato on the side had absolutely no flavor, it tasted like a plain boiled potato. We also tried the buffalo wings ($14 for 6 pieces). They tasted like standard wings you could get anywhere. The BBQ wings were extremely sweet and not well balanced. Overall, while the service and atmosphere were pleasant, the food was average at best and didn't justify the high prices.
Friends invited me out & this is where they chose. It's my 1st time here. It's a "downstairs" venue in the heart of New Brunswick, so parking is metered (until 10pm) or in a parking garage. In either case....good luck. You come in to what is like a small bar, they serve great cocktails. We had a few. You walk further back & there's the restaurant portion. We had a large party, so I only took pictures of my food. EVERYONE loved what they ordered & we all shared, so we know everything was amazing. Definitely a 5-star experience for both food and drink. I had the Pappardelle Bolognese, Truffle Fries, & a few Hub City Presses, lol. Incredible! Definitely will be back. Grades: Pappardelle Bolognese: A+ Truffle Fries: A+ Hub City Press: A++
I'm surprised in my time at Rutgers I never stumbled upon this adorable place. It is so quaint and beautifully decorated. Came here for a Tarot event and it was a blast! Ordered fries and they were good to pick at :-) Drinks were great!!!! Amazing service. I will be back for HH - very limited vegetarian options
I came here for my birthday dinner. We ordered fries, wings, and seafood pasta. For dessert we had a blueberry turnover. This location is beautiful decorated and the staff is very nice. They have seating available outside, at the bar, or seated at a table.
Great local pub with atmosphere and great food! A current favorite this year on date night for my lady and me; really well thought out and executed meals and appetizers, a really dark and sexy bar entrance with these great little booths behind the bar area and a larger dining room on a second level. Appetizers and main courses are always delicious, we never had a single plate put in front of us here that didn't end up completely cleared by us unless we ordered more than we could handle. Stand out meals every time here, easy parking nearby in two parking garages within a block walk and the rare street parking in busy New Brunswick make it an easy choice for a great night out.
We had an amazing experience at Clydz! The drinks, food, and service are always top-notch. It's a perfect date-night and/or chill spot after work or a long day. We visited during happy hour for a late lunch, and it was a treat. I tried the Lavender Rush and order one of my go-to's the Absolut Mess, both of which were perfectly crafted. My fiancé ordered the Chili Cheddar Bacon Burger, customizing it with pickled poblanos and bacon on the side, and I ordered the steak sandwich from the specials menu. We both upgraded the side of chips to fries, for an additional $3. The fries were crispy, perfectly salted, and absolutely delicious. Now, my fiancé is someone who hates eating out and usually prefers home-cooked meals. However, he was genuinely impressed by Clydz! He loved both the burger and the fries, which he said reminded him of his own homemade hand-cut fries (he's very particular about them). As a New Brunswick native, he couldn't believe he'd never been here before, but we will definitely be back!
5 stars for the service 0 stars to Helix for bowing down to the slogan "to disrupt and transform regional economies" sounds like they want to take out the only place that has any sense of community in the town. First time visitor but I can see a problematic low effort real estate firm ruining what was a good place. Thank you to all the employees who work there. I hope helix loses all the money they can.
My previous review stands however I have been back to Clyde's for the first time in many years. Brought back great memories and the cocktails are just as good as last time. The espresso martinis are made with fresh brewed espresso on premises. Top pick these days.
I honestly have not been to clydz in a good ten years. I remember being good, fun and dark. From time to time I suggested to my SO that we should go here and we never did until now! Finally came and took advantage of their happy hour. The drinks were good, and they left the shaker which is essentially a second pour. The atmosphere was good and fun. The truffle fries were nicely done. Will come back again. It's a good date spot to chat endlessly.
Always a great time at Clydz when I go down to New Brunswick! Their happy hour deals are great- and you really get your moneys worth because they give you the leftover that's in the shaker. Parking is a little tricky so if you can take an uber, but again, great option- especially for a date spot.
Very cool speakeasy vibe located in the basement of a building. We were seated quickly on time for our reservation. The menu is small but hits every pallet craving. We ordered the pork chop and Frenched chicken, both were very tasty and perfectly presented keep in mind the pork chop has some spice to it I loved it. I'll be back!! read more
5 months ago
We ordered a variety of appetizers. The spinach artichoke dip was my favorite, very creamy. The bacon had a nice flavor. The calamari was just ok, not crunchy and the mushroom croquettes came with a sauce that didn't match the croquettes. Overall though we enjoyed the apps. The location will be closing in a week to move to a new location - so we wanted to visit and bid farewell to this longstanding New Brunswick icon. read more
9 months ago
Good place to hangout with friends and catchup over drinks. The bar area is always packed and feels happening when compared to the dining area. Service was quick and the staff seemed very polite and helpful. Drinks are very good but is only above average. read more
It's a fun late night spot for drinks! This is the place to go if you're more of a cocktail person rather than a beer person. The drinks aren't cheap like you would find at a dive bar on Easton Ave but they're well-made, which makes it worth the price. It's a casual vibe and the service is good. They explain the drinks to you and can help accommodate to your needs and preference. For instance, I like sweeter drinks so they helped us choose a sweet drink we might like. They are also able to modify drinks to your liking. Some of the drinks we ordered weren't as sweet and they were able to adjust for us to have it taste sweeter! read more
9 months ago
The food quality here was very mediocre, especially for the prices being charged. We stumbled upon this place on a rainy day and decided to give it a try after seeing some pleasant reviews, but it didn't really live up to expectations. I do want to note that the waitress was really nice and attentive, and the place itself has an old tavern vibe that feels cozy and inviting. That said, the food fell short. We ordered the steak sandwich ($27), which was disappointing, the bread was very hard and there were only about two small pieces of steak inside. The chicken taco ($17) was very typical; nothing bad, but not particularly flavorful or memorable. The 21-day aged ribeye ($49) felt overpriced for what it was. The steak tasted like any standard steak, and the potato on the side had absolutely no flavor, it tasted like a plain boiled potato. We also tried the buffalo wings ($14 for 6 pieces). They tasted like standard wings you could get anywhere. The BBQ wings were extremely sweet and not well balanced. Overall, while the service and atmosphere were pleasant, the food was average at best and didn't justify the high prices. read more
Friends invited me out & this is where they chose. It's my 1st time here. It's a "downstairs" venue in the heart of New Brunswick, so parking is metered (until 10pm) or in a parking garage. In either case....good luck. You come in to what is like a small bar, they serve great cocktails. We had a few. You walk further back & there's the restaurant portion. We had a large party, so I only took pictures of my food. EVERYONE loved what they ordered & we all shared, so we know everything was amazing. Definitely a 5-star experience for both food and drink. I had the Pappardelle Bolognese, Truffle Fries, & a few Hub City Presses, lol. Incredible! Definitely will be back. Grades: Pappardelle Bolognese: A+ Truffle Fries: A+ Hub City Press: A++ read more
I'm surprised in my time at Rutgers I never stumbled upon this adorable place. It is so quaint and beautifully decorated. Came here for a Tarot event and it was a blast! Ordered fries and they were good to pick at :-) Drinks were great!!!! Amazing service. I will be back for HH - very limited vegetarian options read more
7 months ago
Excellent food We order multiple tapas items Enjoyed Caesar salad, Brussel sprouts, calamari, pierogies, blueberry & honey gelato Suggest making reservation thru open table. Enjoy read more
1 year ago
I came here for my birthday dinner. We ordered fries, wings, and seafood pasta. For dessert we had a blueberry turnover. This location is beautiful decorated and the staff is very nice. They have seating available outside, at the bar, or seated at a table. read more
Great local pub with atmosphere and great food! A current favorite this year on date night for my lady and me; really well thought out and executed meals and appetizers, a really dark and sexy bar entrance with these great little booths behind the bar area and a larger dining room on a second level. Appetizers and main courses are always delicious, we never had a single plate put in front of us here that didn't end up completely cleared by us unless we ordered more than we could handle. Stand out meals every time here, easy parking nearby in two parking garages within a block walk and the rare street parking in busy New Brunswick make it an easy choice for a great night out. read more
2 years ago
We had an amazing experience at Clydz! The drinks, food, and service are always top-notch. It's a perfect date-night and/or chill spot after work or a long day. We visited during happy hour for a late lunch, and it was a treat. I tried the Lavender Rush and order one of my go-to's the Absolut Mess, both of which were perfectly crafted. My fiancé ordered the Chili Cheddar Bacon Burger, customizing it with pickled poblanos and bacon on the side, and I ordered the steak sandwich from the specials menu. We both upgraded the side of chips to fries, for an additional $3. The fries were crispy, perfectly salted, and absolutely delicious. Now, my fiancé is someone who hates eating out and usually prefers home-cooked meals. However, he was genuinely impressed by Clydz! He loved both the burger and the fries, which he said reminded him of his own homemade hand-cut fries (he's very particular about them). As a New Brunswick native, he couldn't believe he'd never been here before, but we will definitely be back! read more
5 months ago
5 stars for the service 0 stars to Helix for bowing down to the slogan "to disrupt and transform regional economies" sounds like they want to take out the only place that has any sense of community in the town. First time visitor but I can see a problematic low effort real estate firm ruining what was a good place. Thank you to all the employees who work there. I hope helix loses all the money they can. read more
5 months ago
My previous review stands however I have been back to Clyde's for the first time in many years. Brought back great memories and the cocktails are just as good as last time. The espresso martinis are made with fresh brewed espresso on premises. Top pick these days. read more
I honestly have not been to clydz in a good ten years. I remember being good, fun and dark. From time to time I suggested to my SO that we should go here and we never did until now! Finally came and took advantage of their happy hour. The drinks were good, and they left the shaker which is essentially a second pour. The atmosphere was good and fun. The truffle fries were nicely done. Will come back again. It's a good date spot to chat endlessly. read more
Always a great time at Clydz when I go down to New Brunswick! Their happy hour deals are great- and you really get your moneys worth because they give you the leftover that's in the shaker. Parking is a little tricky so if you can take an uber, but again, great option- especially for a date spot. read more
Review for drinks only. I haven't been back to Clydz in a while but all I can say is that it feels even more lively and fun than before! I came on a Friday night and the bar area was packed. The menu is extensive with tons of options for any cocktail lover, and all of our drinks we tried were both strong and delicious. We noticed there's also weekday happy hour that looks great and are already planning our next trip here. read more
8 months ago
1 year ago
Came for Mother's Day and although it was a limited menu, they offered a large selection from the usual menu and it was fantastic. The hangar steak was like butter. It was cooked perfectly and the sauce was subtle but delicious. The oysters were unbelievably fresh and sweet. The calamari was so tender and crispy. The drinks were to die for. Great atmosphere and service was on point. Will be back. read more
2 years ago
Came for the happy hour, which is Monday to Friday 4-7pm. We ordered their cocktails, which are $8. They don't skimp, they will leave the shaker for you to keep pouring. Everything was well made, maybe a little bit in the sweet side. We also ordered truffle fries, which came out perfectly crispy. read more
Clydz's is a very a popular New Brunswick bar. Based on the reviews, I think its a great place for drinks and happy hour. The atmosphere is cool, kind of "speak-easyish" with its basement entrance. We came here for dinner after a show. Although, my husband loved his Fried Chicken Sandwich. I found the Duck Gnocchi to be just ok. For dessert, we ordered the Butterscotch Budino and New York Style Cheesecake. The cheesecake, a bit dry, was overpriced at $12 for the small round piece. We'd probably come back to Clydz's again, but for drinks and happy hour. read more
1 year ago
I could not recommend Clydz enough!! The drinks were AMAZING, service was fast and friendly, and the speakeasy vibe was so fun! My friends and I went on a Saturday night and throughly enjoyed a slew of different cocktails, each tasty in different ways! read more
Creative and delicious cocktails, with fun bartenders??? SIGN ME UP bc CLYDZ IS THE PLACE TO BE! SHOUT OUT TO MY GIRL GRACE, for recommending and making the most delicious cocktails for the night. I can't even remember all the cocktails I tried but each one was delicious and strong. Not once did I feel that the bartenders were skimping on the alcohol. My favorite part about this place is that their menu changes time to time with the season. I definitely recommend their seasonal cocktails, if you dont like something they dont mind making you another one of something else. People here definitely care about their patrons. To the point, DONT SLEEP on this place. I can't wait to be back to try other drinks. read more
2 years ago
This place has great food and drinks! It has a warm and mellow ambiance. It's dim with a lot of candles and things lit up, like the aquariums. There are so many mixed drinks to choose from. The lychee martini was my favorite thus far. Small and mighty. It also came with a shaker. I also had a Matcha cocktail. I had the fried chicken sandwich and upgraded my chips to truffle fries. So good! The service was great. They check on you often, even when it's packed. I went on a Friday night. It was very diverse, and people were friendly and mingling. It's only a three minute walk to the train station! it's almost been a week and those truffle fries are still on my mind. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
I've been to Clydz a few times and every time, I have the best time. I went most recently over the holidays and had such a good time as per usual. Tried their seasonal cocktails & ordered a bunch of apps. Everything was super delicious! Love this place, always such good vibes read more
Loved the drinks! Loved the appetizers! We walked in here Sat night for drinks and few appetizers. were lucky to get a table, ....it was quite packed. Had two rounds of drinks #1 - Basic Witch Things and Honey Badger #2 - Bourbon & cigarettes and Penicillin Appetizers - fried artichokes, grilled ciabatta with whipped ricotta and then truffle fries Everything - food, drinks and service -- was spot on. Just one thing that kept me from giving this a 5 stars -- the order of how things were brought to the table was not pleasing. Our appetizers arrived before the drinks. and this happened for both orders. second time around when I asked, i was told 'the bar is kinda backed up'. I do understand that that can happen, but when u charge ~15 for a drink, the experience has to be factored in also....if my fries are cold by the time I enjoy two sips of my drink, it beats the purpose! read more
1 year ago
Always been here for drinks but decided to try the restaurant week menu. Martinis are always awesome here. Victoria's Secret is our favorite very light Sweet but not overly. Hanger steak and potatoes were great. Steak was tender and nice portion. Lobster roll was fresh and light. read more
3 years ago
We started with a lychee martini, which was wonderful. For starters we share a house salad and fried calamari. The portion of the salad was very shareable for two. We had linguini pescatore and roasted free range chicken; both were delicious. The spotlight of the night was the chocolate fudge cake, which was huge, moist, dense, and tasty. The cake was great for two or even three. read more
Dinner here was a real nice experience. If I wasn't dining in, I would totally just come to the bar for a drink because it seemed like the place to be. Service was also super friendly and welcoming. We got cocktails and I wasn't crazy about mine, couldn't taste the spirit in the end but it was fine. Loved the brussels sprouts and the truffle fries, perfect for sharing and you'll likely want seconds. Fried chicken sandwich was tasty, but didn't have nearly as much heat as I was hoping for. The peppers were a nice topping but were very mild and got lost in the mix. Glad I got it but would try a different dish next time. read more
This spot was underground with an old fashioned and unique bar. The dining area was separate from the entire bar. The menu had lots of appealing and unique options. I believe the menu changes regularly as well. The service was appreciated, and the food came out in a timely matter. The P.E.I. mussels ($15) and Asian pork belly tacos ($15) were ordered as appetizers. The mussels were a special the night I attended. They were in a white wine broth with Italian sausage and grilled ciabatta for dipping. There were about 20 fresh mussels present and they were tasty. The simple broth along with the grill taste on the ciabatta made for an appetizing dish. There did not seem to be much of a sausage presence, however. The tacos consisted of hoisin, ginger pickled cabbage, cucumber, and a srirachas mayo on corn tortillas. There were 3 tacos present and each was double wrapped which was useful due to the amount of filling present. The pork belly was succulent while the rest of the toppings went well with the pork. It was a good start to the meal. For my entrée, I had the arctic char ($26). It came with a mushroom risotto, which was creamy and delicious. The arctic char was cooked to perfection and had a layer of spinach butter on top. The spinach butter combined with the arctic char made for a great meal. Will I go back? Definitely. read more
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