This was an interesting experience. My OG chums and I stopped by here impulsively last night for an early dinner. All of us grew up in this area (I was making a humble cameo return) and were thus enormously pleased that the meh weather prevented a lot of the tourists from jamming up the sidewalks on a Saturday afternoon. That extended to the restaurant; it looked like the bar area to the right of the entrance was hopping a bit, but the dining sections to the left were empty or close to it. After jokingly mentioning that we were natives of the Kingdom of Hunterdon, the hostess good-naturedly seated us at the "locals booth," in the corner of the backroom. Only the best for this crew. Given how bougie this daily menu is, I was pretty impressed at the competitive price points; if I'm uncertain what 40% of the ingredients in my dish are, I'm expecting to pay probably twice what I actually did. In true hipster fashion, the menu had a stamp at the top (akin to a ye olde library card) with the day's date, if you needed explicit confirmation that this menu changes every day. It's a limited menu for sure, but that made it easier to narrow down the choices. Very The Bear, if you've recently watched that (disclaimer - it takes a bit of a step back in Season 3). I ordered a Red Hook ($14), which was basically a Manhattan. Pretty tasty - definitely a boozier cocktail but I thought the vermouth they used, coupled with the cherry, gave it kind of a subtle cola vibe. I personally have to be in a very specific mood for this kind of drink but I'd theoretically get it again. We split the fried squash with mint raita, which was the high point for me. I thought it was delicious, and the flavor profile was pretty much perfect. The mint gave it a nice subtle nip without being overwhelming, and the squash was lightly fried and not remotely heavy. A delight. We ended up almost strategically ordering different entrees and thus ended up testing out 75% of that section of the menu. My heart was with the meatballs but I figured you could get meatballs pretty much anywhere, and went with a very edgy pasta dish, Torchio Pasta alla Palina. It was good but in hindsight I should have gone with my heart - it was just not my jam, palate-wise. I'm primarily a texture-based eater so the crunchier aspects were not the selling points I'm sure they are for others. And I'm sure this is a very specific, intentional decision based on the type of pasta dish, but it seemed a touch dry, like it needed some kind of sauce to moisten the pasta overall. It WAS a little better in that regard when I stirred in the wetter bottom more. A unique taste for sure, and I do want to make it clear this was a decent dish but just a better fit for someone else. The service was interesting. We ended up getting assigned the general manager as our primary waiter (one or two others made quick cameo appearances as well). When the GM initially came to our table, he seemed almost startled, like he'd recognized one of us but didn't want to bring that up, or wasn't sure where he knew the person. All of us picked up on it. And that skittery demeanor pervaded the meal; it was almost like having a cat for a waiter, who looked like they might bolt out the room at the first sign of a bird in the window. I really don't know how else to describe it, but he was PERFECTLY nice to us and turnaround times and communication were very solid. Maybe something else was going on behind the scenes or we should have picked up on something, but it certainly made the meal more memorable. Overall, this was very pleasant. Most places in Frenchtown and the surrounding river towns are either very obviously catering to the out-of-towners or are going hardcore local but this is a rare one that I think does navigate the two worlds pretty deftly. read more

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What a lovely gem in the heart of picturesque Frenchtown. The restaurant is set in a very old yet beautifully renovated historic building that sits just before the bridge to PA and close to the banks of the Delaware River. The interior is rustic with exposed brick. Very 1700s! The cool thing about this place is that the menu is updated on a daily basis to take advantage of and highlight locally sourced products and produce. There may be some favorites that leave and some that come back but I imagine there is sure to be a new favorite that's bound to pop up. We were a group of 4 and so, we all shared the Scarlett Frills salad with smoked NJ Bluefish and the focaccia with muhammara dip. Both were excellent. I had the duck leg confit with rutabaga potato mash, spinach and chili-cabbage salsa and oh-em-ghee! That was the most tender, fall off the bone, flavorful duck I've ever had! The chili-cabbage salsa was the perfect match and the acidity and crunch cut through the fatty deliciousness of the duck. Rutabaga is a favorite of mine and restaurants hardly ever offer it and so this was an absolute home run for me! I chose the pear cranberry cake. I ordered it because I'm obsessed with anything pear and in hindsight, it was the wrong choice to order something in cake form. A tart with and wonderful crust would have been a better format. My friends ordered the pot de crème and they almost licked their bowls, it was that good. The service was excellent. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive but not too attentive. All of our plates arrived at the same time from multiple waiters. We stayed to chat well beyond the end of our meal and not once did we feel rushed or hurried to get out. I cannot wait to come back. read more

Finn Bar - Our menu for the day! - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Frenchtown, New Jersey

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Our group of five had an excellent experience at FiNNBAR--also known as one of Frenchtown's trendiest new spots. It's a must-try if you're visiting the area. The food/drinks, ambiance, and service are all top-notch! We were seated at the back of the restaurant in a private room, which elevated our entire experience. Our server, Jeff, provided exceptional service and made us feel right at home throughout our meal. He answered our flurry of menu-related questions and explained each dish with thoughtful care. We were excited to hear that the restaurant changes its menu daily. FiNNBAR offers an eclectic selection of international wines. We chose a bottle of white wine from Austria, which was excellent. Our group split a few appetizers: focaccia with beet spread, fennel salad, and a crunchy vegetable salad, all of which went quickly! Onto the entrees: I ordered a pork ragu with fried polenta and asparagus. Absolutely phenomenal. Cooked to perfection. Others in our party ordered the homemade casarecce with mushrooms, which also got rave reviews. Some of the best pasta they've ever eaten! All of the portions we received were generous and filling. Props to the entire FiNNBAR staff for their efforts in giving us a great Memorial Day weekend meal. We will certainly be back! read more

You will not find a cuter place to have cocktails and a snack in all of Frenchtown! What is your pleasure? A cocktail? Wine? Craft beer? They have it all from the exotic to the local, simply pick your passion. We started with the marinated olives, then added the focaccia with goat cheese. Oh, it was so good!!! My man and I each had a beer, Tonewood, a local favorite from Oaklyn, NJ. The service was great, friendly, and fast. The atmosphere was extraordinary I can't say it enough.... What a cute place. If you are in Frenchtown and looking for a break, stop in sit down, enjoy. Cheers. read more

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Stopped in for a late dinner while visiting the area -- the food was amazing & had a super cool chic-yet-modern vibe. The food was also quite affordable for the exceptional quality and uniqueness, which was especially impressive considering 70% of their profits go to a local art studio for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Service also was perfect; server was great and food came out super quickly. Highly recommend checking out FiNNBAR! read more

Finn Bar - Mushroom falafel on a crunchy spring vegetable salad & pasta alla vodka - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Frenchtown, New Jersey

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This was our second time there. First time was enjoyable and I do not remember anything that stood out except for an uncomfortable chair. But. 8 months later on a Saturday it was not very good. They seemed to have overbooked the dining room. They did not have enough staff. It took over 20 min to get waited on. Then our drinks were another 20 plus. We had to ask. The apps were not worth the cost. Just thrown on a plate. The Saturday menu only had two proteins in which both were in the high $30. Pork or scallops. Nothing jumped out to order. Not enough choices. We ordered wine and it came when finished our plate. We asked for a birthday cake with reservation and it became an embarrassing afterthought with the waiter. Also the kitchen staff was running out serving food. Not very pro. Needless to say we will not return. Not worth the hype. Oh I believe they got new chairs. They were comfy. read more

Great service all around (thank you lovely bartender for authentic old fashioneds). Then we were blown away by the original, fresh, healthy, delicious food. Well done, FinnBar! Side note- they added an intelligent touch in the remodel by adding acoustic panels in the ceiling, making it easy to have a conversation in a busy place. read more

Warning: False advertising a Sunday 2-5 Happy Hour (See photo). When asked about HH menu, was told there are "affordable options" on the regular menu and no HH Sunday. Completely rude and uncomfortable service after HH inquiry. read more

Finn Bar - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Frenchtown, New Jersey

Had 7 people for a dinner and we had the back area to ourselves. Very good food, the service is great. When the meals came out we had 4 servers bringing everything out at once. Drinks are delicious. Beer selection is fine. They have a varied mix of on tab as well as cans and bottles. read more

Really good experience. Food options are interesting and very much on the vegetarian side. Don't let that scare you - just be prepared to have an open mind and enjoy. Came on a Friday night and service was good and slow paced. It's not cheap but it's worth it for level of cuisine. My duck leg with rutabaga Grattan was really good although a bit salty. Nice interesting wine list. I'd come back here any time and recommend it unless you prefer corporate chains - then you will hate this place. read more

Best restaurant meal I've had in 5+ years Great menus. Looking forward to going back read more

Delightful atmosphere; nicely mismatched tables and china in a quite old but very modernized building next to the path by the river. Excellent service all around. Cocktails were well-prepared. I got the tagine, which is just vegetables with two sauces if you pay $19, $27 if you ask for it with lamb merguez sausage. You get ONE sausage for that extra $8. Hmm. My companion got the falafel on housemade foccacia, which she enjoyed. Average portions. The wine list is small but carefully chosen. The beer list is very good. Dessert for me was a hazelnut cake with whipped cream on the side, hers was a flourless chocolate cake, both pleasant. Finnbar says that they give 70% of their profits to a local charity. Very noble, but if they'd back off that generous amount a tad and give something to their customers first --- like one more sausage for that extra $8 --- I'd have been happier with our meal. We'll give them another try, though. read more

Great place! They've kept key parts of the Frenchtown Inn building but with a whole new twist and vibe.

Overpriced Drinks and Food! Service was terrible! My draft beer glass was dirty and looked like it had not been washed. Will never go back!

Food,,service and ambience: over the top fantastic!!! Highly recommend!! Fantastic vibe , staff is wonderful, food is fresh and delicious ( something for everyone). read more

We really liked this restaurant. We had a snack, salad, entrees, and a desert. The flavors were unique and delicious. This is a great place if you want to eat dishes that have different combinations of flavors. We noticed the Thursday menu was very similar to the Friday menu so it's hard to tell how much it changes but we will be back go find out. read more

Delicious food, nice atmosphere/lovely interior, good service. Bar area could get loud if crowded so might consider asking for a table in another section of the restaurant if you don't like a livelier atmosphere read more

Took family from out of town, and was embarrassed that I took them there. We walked in, and the place is rustic and lovely. The atmosphere was perfect. We were excited that we were going to have a memorable experience. Memorable it was. Limited menu selection. No salt and pepper on table. Asked for cranberry juice. The answer was no. A diabetic asked for unsweetened ice tea with sweet and low. Again no. Their version of the Caesar salad was bitter. The focaccia with dipping oil was delicious. The meals were odd tasting and mushy. Really not edible. Said we were done with most of the food still on the plates. Noticed other tables not eating their entrees. A very very disappointing experience. I strongly do not recommend. read more

Went here one Saturday night this spring with friends. Everything we had was delicious and well prepared, but there was one glaring problem: it was all salads, pastas, and starches. There was no protein on the menu! Might have been getting up to speed for newly opened place! Fair enough. To move on, here's my recommendation: OFFER A BURGER!! The nature of Frenchtown is that it's become a destination, and a transient tourist population wants a burger in addition to your more high end offerings (which, by the way, you do well!). It's hard to make a go of it in this business, so a little Marketing 101: make what people want to buy, don't sell what YOU want to make. If you have a high end ethic to show off your culinary artistry, MAKE A GOURMET BURGER! read more

Nice place, decent food. Only complain is the small portions and the beer list is usually lack luster. I dig the menu changing daily but can't see how it is sustainable, already notice certain items lasting a week or two. Also wish they had new school cocktails in addition to old school. Classics are great but innovation is a little better read more

The service is beyond slow here. It could be slammed packed or dead empty and it will take 20 minutes for a drink along with bad attitudes from waitresses. Food is good and doesn't take forever which is the only plus. I want to like it here but I just cannot stand slow service. Pittstown Inn is the move! read more